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ONLINE COURSE | Modbus, OPC UA, MQTT, Profinet Communication

Communication course and data processing  in industrial automation

You will program PLC communication in various industrial protocols. Check out what you will learn!

What makes the ControlByte PLC courses so popular?

  • You get access to video lessons on the e-learning platform.

  • You perform programming exercises based on provided project templates. All you need is your PC and a simulator!

  • You can take the training whenever and wherever you want.

  • You can start the training at a later date.

  • You will have homework assignments to complete on your own!

  • You receive course support through Discord chat and live meetings.

In price: 343 €

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“In this course, you will learn to program PLCs, even if you are new to the automation industry.
All you need is a well-prepared learning path.”

 

Jacob K. Biedulski

  • Education: MSc. Automation and Robotics

  • Experience: 10 years

  • PLC projects completed: 80+

  • Students taught: 850+ in the past 3 years.

“I believe that everyone in the 21st century should know the basics of programming and automation!”

 

Matthew Kurantowicz

  • Master of Engineering in automation and robotics, graduate of Wroclaw University of Technology. He also studied in England and Germany.

  • He gained experience in small start-ups, and then in international companies like: Bosch, Mitsubishi Electric or WAGO.

  • He specializes in programming PLC in Codesys environment in the Structured Text language.

  • He has already trained over 500 automation technicians in the field of PLC programming.

What will you receive after signing up for this course

  • Over 50 practical video lessons (more than 10 hours)

  • You will test communication in a PLC simulator.

  • You will receive project templates for Siemens and other devices.

  • Devices: WAGO, RPi, Finder, Weintek

  • Support from instructors on Discord chat and live meetings.

  • You will have homework assignments to complete on your own!

  • Certificate of course completion in Polish and English.

PLC simulator for S7-1200/S7-1500

  • In the course, you will use PLC simulators (Siemens + Codesys)

  • We will show you how to install and run it

  • The PLC simulator is free and fully functional!

  • We also show you how to work with real hardware

  • You will learn about free Modbus communication simulators

Siemens HMI panel simulator

  • You don’t need physical hardware to complete the course

  • You can program all functionality on a PLC simulator and in communication simulation tools

  • On your PC, you can freely test communication with panels and even SCADA systems!

  • The PLC simulator is free and fully functional!

Modbus RTU

Module content:

  • What is MODBUS?

  • Modbus RTU vs Modbus TCP

  • Standard RS485

Modbus TCP

Module content:

  • What is Modbus TCP

  • Sending a communication frame – MODBUS TCP

  • Simulator: MODBUS TCP request and response

  • What is the network structure for Modbus TCP?

EtherCAT protocol

Module content:

  • HMI Weintek <–> Servo drive via EtherCAT

  • Inverter Lenze <–> Codesys

  • Inovance multi-axis drive <–> Codesys

  • Homework assignment for independent completion

Profinet Communication

Module content:

  • What is Profinet communication?

  • Siemens PLC communication <–> HMI

  • Siemens PLC communication <–> Inverter

  • Siemens PLC communication <–> SCADA

  • How to add multiple devices in Profinet standard

MQTT

Module content:

  • M2M communication (machine to machine)

  • Subscriber <–> Broker <–> Publisher data exchange

  • Practical communication in Codesys

  • MQTT for WAGO, RPi, Siemens, PLCnext

OPC UA communication

Module content:

  • Standardization of OPC UA communication

  • OPC UA Server <–> OPC UA Client communication

  • WAGO PLC <–> UA Expert simulator communication

  • Homework assignment for independent completion

Remote access to machines and devices

Module content:

  • How to program PLCs remotely?

  • Establishing a VPN connection with a PLC

  • Protocols: HTTP, FTP, SSH

  • Homework assignment

Data processing and archiving

Module content:

  • CSV – Writing to and reading from a file

  • XML, JSON – File formatting

  • Saving data from a PLC to an SQL database

Modern OT/IT tools

Module content:

  • Node-RED – Browser-based programming

  • Grafana – Modern visualization

  • SCADA Ignition

  • Docker – Application containers

Bonus #1 Siemens Communication

Module content:

  • Siemens S7-1200 Communication

  • Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP – Blocks in TIA Portal

  • OPC UA – Communication with SCADA

  • S7-1500 Communication

  • Homework assignment

Bonus #2 WAGO Communication

Module content:

  • Project in Codesys

  • Modbus TCP Configurator

  • OPC UA Configurator

  • Communication with external islands

Bonus #3 Finder Opta Communication

Module content:

  • WiFi connection to the controller

  • Bluetooth communication

  • Modbus, MQTT

Sample lessons from the course

Modbus TCP Communication with Siemens

Profinet Communication

Saving data from PLC to an SQL database

Treść kursu

1. Introduction

A Word from the Author
Platform Handling
Forum, Chat – Support Group
Literature
Introduction to Communication in Automation

2. Modbus RTU – Basic Concepts

What is the Modbus Protocol?
Modbus Functions
Modbus Communication Frame
Modbus Master/Slave Communication Simulators
How to Handle Modbus Errors?
Quiz 1 – Modbus RTU

3. Modbus TCP

Modbus TCP in TIA Portal
Configuring Modbus TCP in Codesys Simulator
Free Modbus TCP View Simulator

4. Communication Profinet

Profinet communication basics
Siemens PLC <–> HMI Communication
Siemens PLC <–> Inverter Communication
Siemens PLC <–> SCADA Communication
Multiple Profinet devices in a TIA Portal project

5. EtherCAT protocol

HMI Weintek <–> servo drive via EtherCAT
Lenze Inverter <–> Codesys
Inovance Multi-Axis Drive <–> Codesys

6. OPC UA Communication

Standardization of OPC UA Communication
OPC UA Server <–> OPC UA Client Communication
Python Script Communication with OPC UA Server <–> OPC UA Client
WAGO PLC <–> UA Expert Simulator Communication
Homework for independent completion

7. MQTT - Communication in IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things)

M2M (Machine-to-Machine) Communication
Subscriber <–> Broker <–> Publisher Data Exchange
Practical MQTT Communication in Codesys
MQTT for WAGO, RPi, Siemens, PLCnext

8. Data Processing and Archiving

 CSV – File Write and Read
XML, JSON – File Formatting
Saving Data from PLC to SQL Database

9. Remote Access to Machines and Devices

Homework Assignment
How to Program a PLC Remotely?
Establishing a VPN Connection with a PLC
HTTP, FTP, SSH Protocols

10. Modern OT/IT Tools

Docker – containers for communication
Node-Red – programming and communication
Grafana – modern visualization
SCADA Ignition – Modbus communication

11. Bonus # 1 WAGO CC100

WAGO

12. Bonus # 2 Siemens

PLCnext

13. Bonus #3 Finder Opta

WiFi + Bluetooth

Why you should join this course?

  • You gain a skill highly valued by employers. You can showcase your certificate on LinkedIn, GoldenLine, and, of course, in your CV!

  • If you want to change your job and pursue a career as an automation engineer, you are in the right place!

  • You receive lifetime access to the materials on our platform. You can revisit them anytime you wish.

  • You will test all your written code in PLC simulators and communication simulators.

  • In the course, you don’t need physical hardware. A PLC simulator and communication simulators are sufficient. You will use the communication skills in real projects.

  • This learning path has been tested by hundreds of students, ask what they say about us in the industry!

Support on Discord!

  • You receive course support through Discord chat and live meetings.

  • We will provide you with your code reviews by Discord channel!

  • You can chat with other aspiring PLC programmers!

Here are the special bonuses:

BONUS #1

Consultations – Closed live webinars

BONUS #2

Discord – Access to the forum and chat for students

BONUS #3

Free Modbus / OPC UA communication simulators

BONUS #4

Lifetime access to the training

Student testimonials

“
Łukasz CzekajSiemens S7-1200, S7-1500 PLC programming course in LAD/FBD language

“The course was well structured and the first of its kind in which I participated. A very good level of detail in the discussed issues related to the environment itself, such as the TIA Portal, as well as to the hardware level. After some lessons, we have to do something ourselves, so that it is not a synthetic science, but is supported by practice. The most phenomenal thing is the homework included in the course, for which we get "live" support in case of problems with their implementation. If I had to choose a course of this type again, I would not hesitate to choose it again. I highly recommend it, it's really worth it 😊”

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Leszek KasprzykSiemens S7-1200, S7-1500 PLC programming course in LAD/FBD language

“I was totally green in the subject of PLC, i.e. I knew what the inputs and outputs in the controller were and that was where my knowledge ended. There was practically nothing about PLC in college either.
The course helped me change my job and get a job in a machine manufacturing company. Everything is well explained, you can practice everything on the simulator, so it's easy to visualize and learn the principle. We always have access to the course, wherever we have access to the Internet 😊 I recommend it to everyone. I am looking forward to the next editions of the course.”

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Cezary LipskiSiemens Simatic S7-1200, S7-1500 PLC programming online course in SCL language

“A course at a very high level that met all my expectations. Materials in the form of video files and contact with the teacher - full professionalism. Another advantage of this type of course is the loose time frame that we can adjust to our pace of work. Kamil, who runs the course, thoroughly analyzes the homework sent to him and sends his observations in feedback. In my opinion, this course is a must-have item both for those starting their adventure with PLC programming, who want to learn the principles of good programming, as well as for people with experience.”

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Tomasz GrzmilSiemens Simatic S7-1200, S7-1500 PLC programming on-line course in LAD/FBD language and HMI basics

“A very nice course. The lecturers discussed theoretical issues in a professional and at the same time very accessible way and presented the possibilities of programming PLCs on many examples. I am satisfied and I can definitely recommend it to everyone who wants to start their career with controller programming.”

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Robert GruberskiSiemens PLC course in SCL language / Siemens PLC course in LAD/FBD language

“The courses offered by ControlByte are a very good way to quickly learn Siemens PLCs. The materials are comprehensive, supported by practical examples, and the issues are discussed in simple and understandable language. The authors support students at every stage, verify homework, and send tips and suggestions. The course allowed me to expand and supplement my knowledge in the field of PLC programming, which contributed to the application of knowledge in practice and to the launch of the first production implementation, of course successfully. I highly recommend and encourage you to attend the course!”

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Sebastian WencelKurs programowania sterowników PLC S7 1200 1500 w języku LAD i FBD

“Kurs jest świetny. Posiada wiele przydatnych zagadnień niezbędnych przy programowaniu sterowników PLC. Prowadzący wszystko tłumaczą w jasny i czytelny sposób. Każdy moduł składa się z krótkich filmików ale bardzo treściwych. Jest to doskonała propozycja dla osób początkujących, którzy chcą w przyszłości programować Sterowniki PLC. Ten kurs uczy też dobrych praktyk, jeżeli chodzi o poprawne programowanie.”

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Tomasz CzerwińskiKurs programowania Codesys w języku ST

“Jazda obowiązkowa dla wszystkich zajmujących się sterownikami PLC. Czekałem na taki kurs. Wielokrotnie będę wracał do treści tam zawartych. Polecam.”

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Piotr KapustkaCodesys programming course in ST language

“A great course filled with substantive knowledge (very well-prepared materials) and examples that allow you to start your adventure with PLC. A big advantage is the support provided by the authors during the webinars. I would highly recommend.”

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Maciej PalaSiemens S7-1200 programming course - basic LAD.

“Hello, Really great course, a large dose of information in great quality. Knowledge delivered at the highest level - bravo Controlbyte. From the basics of building a controller to programming a sorting line. I've done S7-1200 programming courses in books before, but an online video course is in a completely different league. The use of Factory IO is a huge plus for the student and contact with the instructors during the course is a pleasure. I am looking forward to the next stage of the course - Intermediate LAD. I definitely recommend it.”

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Daniel SzałkowskiSiemens S7-1200 PLC Programming Course – basics

“A very good course for people who are starting their adventure with PLC. Step by step explained where it comes from. Lessons are organized in such a way that they do not overwhelm with too much information. Highly recommended and waiting for the next part.”

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Andrzej MazurSiemens S7-1200 programming basics course

“Hello 😊 A well-prepared course for total beginners. The right amount of information does not overwhelm the recipient, as at the beginning of programming. The quality of the recordings is great (both video and audio). I am waiting for the continuation of this course as well as for the course at a higher level, because I want to master the LAD language for S7-1200 controllers. Everything I mentioned is best supported by an example of a real machine/line (as it has been so far).”

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Piotr KoziełSiemens S7-1200 programming basics course

“I am a person starting my adventure with PLC and for me this course was great. Explained step by step how and what to do and where it comes from. I highly recommend it and look forward to the next editions. Thank you and I recommend!!!”

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Daniel CzerniakSiemens S7-1200 programming course

“Hi! I want to thank you very much for the "Siemens S7-1200 Programming Course". The short films contained the maximum amount of information, without the so-called "pouring water". Pure knowledge, lots of examples, very interesting tasks to perform and tests. I am very pleased with both the quality of the courses and the service. It was my debut when it comes to online courses, so at the beginning I had some doubts, which later turned out to be completely unfounded. I highly recommend and look forward to the next editions 😊
Regards”

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Tomasz D.Basic Siemens S7-1200 Programming Course

“I had the opportunity to use other driver programming courses and I am happy to say that this course is by far the best. I recommend it to everyone who wants to learn how to program PLCs.”

Training Price

Before I show you the price, see exactly what you get by joining the course:

1

Educational materials, 46 video lessons explaining communication and data processing topics in industrial and building automation.

Through video materials, we will guide you step by step from simple topics to advanced communication tools.

Value: 200 €

2

Homework assignments - be creative!

Not everything in the course will be shown directly! You will have to figure out some applications on your own!

Value: 50 €

3

Analysis of your homework - feedback from the instructors

We check your homework and send comments to make your programs better and better!

Value: 100 €

4

Contact with the instructors through the e-learning platform.

In case of any problems, feel free to write! We will promptly resolve your doubts.

Value: 50 €

5

Consultations in the form of weekly live webinars

You will be able to ask questions live and engage in discussions.

Value: 75 €

6

Closed discussion forum and chat for course participants - Discord channel!

You will join the PLC programmer community and be able to share your thoughts. Solving problems through group work is much faster!

Value: PRICELESS

7

Chat for course participants

Casual conversations over coffee and quick resolution of urgent questions.

Value: PRICELESS

8

Satisfaction guarantee - 14 days to return the product

We guarantee that you will be satisfied with participating in our course. If you do not like our training, you have 14 days to return the product - we will refund the full amount for the course. So far, no one has returned any of our trainings!

Value: PRICELESS

9

Proven educational path by over 1000 course participants

Over 1000 automation have completed our training program in previous editions.

Value: PRICELESS

Thanks to the proven formula of our training and cost optimization, you can acquire this training for:

340 €

You receive a satisfaction guarantee with the training!

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FAQ

How can I sign up for the course?

Use the “Join this Course” button on this website or send us an inquiry at: contact@controlbyte.tech

Will I receive support from the instructors for this training?

Yes! We stay in touch with you through Discord channel – chat for participants, forums, and live meetings – webinars.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of the training?

After submitting all projects from homework assignments and having them checked by the instructors, you will receive a certificate of completion for the training.

Will I need a PLC during the course?

No! In the course you will use advanced PLC simulator, so you won’t need a real PLC. The Factory I/O environment simulates automation systems such as conveyors, manipulators, actuators, robots, etc. The PLC’s operation is simulated using the Siemens S7-PLCSIM environment.

Do I need to purchase a license for Siemens TIA Portal software?

No! You only need a free license.

What if it turns out that the course is not for me? Can I return the course?

You have 14 days to return the course, counting from the start date of the course. We guarantee a safe purchase.

Do I need to purchase a license for Factory I/O software?

No! To participate in the course, a free license is sufficient.

Is the course suitable for me if I have no prior experience with programming?

Yes. This is a basic course, designed in such a way that even someone without any experience with PLCs will be able to learn programming in LAD/FBD language.

How long will I have access to this course?

Access to the course is lifetime! As long as the ControlByte company exists in the automation market.

What does an online course on the ControlByte platform look like?

You get access to video materials with lessons explaining programming concepts. Participants follow exercises according to guidelines from the videos.

They also have homework assignments to solve independently. Homework projects are uploaded to the portal, where instructors check the tasks and provide feedback.

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