Professional Certificate of Competency in Instrumentation, Automation and Process Control

Industry Training

The Professional Certificate of Competency in Instrumentation, Automation, and Process Control provides engineers and technicians with essential skills in selecting, installing, and commissioning industrial instrumentation and control valves. It covers key concepts, including smart instrumentation, Fieldbus technology, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Participants will gain knowledge of control valve principles, system integration, commissioning, and testing. The qualification emphasises practical applications, including reliability-centred maintenance, site acceptance testing, and in-house panel installations for effective process control. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates.

Study mode Online
Duration 3 months
Estimated fee* $1,581 Support may be available
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for the Professional Certificate of Competency in Instrumentation, Automation and Process Control vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.

If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers

Course fees

Course fees vary depending on the course provider.

Estimated Fee* $1,581 per year Fees are based on full-time study.
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Career opportunities

The Professional Certificate of Competency in Instrumentation, Automation and Process Control will prepare you for the following roles.

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