PLC & SCADA Training for Toulouse Professionals
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Toulouse Professionals
Live online sessions from Toulouse, France | In-person available in Milton Keynes, UK
Industrial Automation in Toulouse
Toulouse is the undisputed capital of European aerospace, home to Airbus's global headquarters and main assembly lines for the A320, A330, A350, and A380. The Aerospace Valley cluster includes ATR, Safran, Liebherr Aerospace, and hundreds of suppliers, making it one of the world's largest concentrations of aerospace manufacturing. PLC systems control assembly jigs, automated drilling stations, and test rigs throughout the supply chain. EDWartens provides CPD accredited online PLC and SCADA training from our UK centre.
Key Industries in Toulouse
Major Employers
Also Serving
Blagnac · Colomiers · Ramonville · Balma · Muret · Labege
The Automation Landscape in Toulouse
Toulouse is the undisputed capital of European aerospace automation, where Airbus' Jean-Luc Lagardère final assembly line uses PLC-controlled automated drilling, fastening, and fuselage-joining systems to produce A320neo aircraft at a rate of over 60 per month. The Aerospace Valley cluster — France's largest competitive cluster — includes ATR, Safran, and Liebherr Aerospace, all using advanced robotic and PLC-controlled manufacturing. Thales Alenia Space assembles satellites with PLC-managed cleanroom environments. Continental Automotive's Toulouse site develops and produces automated driving electronics with PLC-controlled test benches.
Did You Know?
Airbus' Toulouse A350 final assembly line uses automated fibre-placement robots controlled by Siemens PLCs to lay carbon-fibre composite fuselage panels with positioning accuracy of 0.5 mm over a 6-metre span.
Career Outlook in Toulouse
Aerospace automation engineers in Toulouse earn €42,000–€62,000, with Airbus and Tier 1 supplier roles at the top. Airbus' production rate increases require continuous automation expansion, ensuring long-term career stability. A UK CPD-accredited PLC qualification signals the hands-on practical skills that Toulouse's aerospace sector prizes alongside theoretical aerospace engineering knowledge.
Real Automation Projects in Toulouse
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Toulouse.
Airbus A320neo Toulouse final assembly line with PLC-controlled automated wing-to-fuselage join stations
ATR Blagnac turboprop final assembly with PLC-coordinated automated wiring-loom installation and testing
Thales Alenia Space satellite integration cleanroom with PLC-managed temperature, humidity, and particulate control
Safran Toulouse landing gear test bench with PLC-controlled hydraulic load cycling and fatigue monitoring
Our Courses
Training Programmes for Toulouse Professionals
Professional Module
PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO
- Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
- Language: English
- Delivery: 100% Live Online — join from Toulouse
- Covers: Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, FactoryIO
- Certificate: CPD Accredited
AI Module
AI in Industrial Automation
- AI & Machine Learning for Automation
- Computer Vision for Quality Inspection
- Predictive Maintenance with AI
- CPD Accredited Certification
What You'll Learn in the Professional Module
A comprehensive 5-day intensive programme with online recorded sessions covering everything from PLC fundamentals to advanced SCADA systems — designed to make you job-ready.
Day 1–2: PLC Fundamentals
- •Siemens S7-1200 & S7-1500 hardware
- •TIA Portal software setup & navigation
- •Ladder Logic & Function Block programming
- •Digital & analog I/O configuration
Day 3: Advanced PLC Programming
- •Structured Text (ST) programming
- •Timer, counter & comparator functions
- •Data handling & memory management
- •Program debugging & testing
Day 4: SCADA & HMI Systems
- •WinCC SCADA configuration
- •HMI screen design & navigation
- •Alarm management & trending
- •Data logging & historical reports
Day 5: Networking & Projects
- •PROFINET & PROFIBUS protocols
- •Ethernet/IP communication
- •PLC-to-PLC data exchange
- •Network troubleshooting techniques
Online: Simulation & Assessment
- •FactoryIO 3D simulation
- •Real-world automation scenarios
- •Conveyor, sorting & batch processes
- •Final capstone project & assessment
Career & Certification
- •CPD Accredited certificate
- •CV building & LinkedIn optimisation
- •Interview preparation & mock interviews
- •Direct introductions to hiring employers
Automation Opportunities in Toulouse
The industrial automation sector in Toulouseis growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.
€40k – €85k
Average automation engineer salary range in France
Career Roles Available in Toulouse
Toulouse Industry Demand
The Aerospace (Airbus HQ), Satellite Systems, Defence sectors in Toulouse are actively investing in automation. Companies like Airbus, ATR, Safran regularly recruit PLC and SCADA engineers.
Average salaries for automation engineers in France range from €40,000 to €75,000, with senior roles commanding €80,000+.
The UK faces a shortage of over 20,000 automation engineers, making this one of the fastest routes to employment after training.
Technologies Covered
Why Train Now?
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All courses are delivered as live online sessions in English with limited seats per batch for personalised attention. Join from Toulouse — no travel required.
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Why EDWartens
Why Toulouse Engineers Choose EDWartens
CPD Accredited
Internationally recognised CPD accreditation, valued by UK and European employers.
Hands-on Labs
Real Siemens S7-1200/1500 PLCs, Allen-Bradley, SCADA systems, and FactoryIO simulation.
Career Support
Dedicated placement team connecting graduates with employers like Airbus and ATR.
Online Access
Join live online sessions from Toulouse. In-person training available at our Milton Keynes, UK centre.
Online Training Available from Toulouse
Join our live sessions from Toulouse, France. All course materials, lab simulations via FactoryIO, and instructor interaction are available online. In-person training is also available at our Milton Keynes, UK centre for those who prefer hands-on equipment access.
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Training from France — How It Works
Joining from Toulouseis simple. Here's the step-by-step process for international students.
Enquire & Book
Enquire & book your spot online
Get Materials
Receive course materials and software access
Join Live Sessions
Join live online sessions from Toulouse (Mon–Fri, UK time)
Hands-on Projects
Complete hands-on projects with instructor guidance
Get Certified
Receive CPD certificate and career support
Payment: in GBP via bank transfer or card (approx €2,499)
Frequently Asked Questions
PLC Training in Toulouse — FAQs
Can I take PLC training from Toulouse?
Yes — EDWartens offers live online PLC and SCADA courses accessible from Toulouse. Our Siemens TIA Portal training covers the PLC platform most commonly used in Airbus and the Aerospace Valley supply chain. In-person training at our Milton Keynes centre is available via direct flights from Toulouse-Blagnac.
Is PLC training relevant for aerospace manufacturing?
Absolutely. Airbus and its suppliers use Siemens PLCs extensively for assembly automation, test systems, and cleanroom control. Understanding PLC programming, HMI design, and SCADA monitoring is essential for engineers working in Toulouse's aerospace manufacturing ecosystem.
What are aerospace automation salaries in Toulouse?
Aerospace automation engineers in Toulouse earn €42,000–€62,000, with Airbus integration and commissioning roles at the top end. Toulouse offers excellent quality of life with lower living costs than Paris, and Airbus' multi-year production ramp ensures strong job security for PLC-skilled engineers.
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