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Intelligent Operations: SCADA and Automation in the Oil and Gas Sector

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Intelligent Operations:
SCADA and Automation in the Oil and Gas Sector

An Overall View of a Complex Matter

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
06 - 10 Apr 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
20 - 24 Jul 2026 London $ 5,950
23 - 27 Nov 2026 Amsterdam $ 5,950

Introduction

This training course explores the strategic integration of Supervisory, Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and industrial automation within the oil & gas sector. Designed for professionals seeking to elevate operational intelligence, the course blends technical depth with real-world application - leveraging simulators, case studies, and global best practices.

Participants will gain hands-on experience in designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting SCADA-driven automation architectures tailored to upstream, midstream, and downstream operations.

This GLOMACS Intelligent Operations: SCADA and Automation in the Oil and Gas Sector training course will highlight:

  • Evolution and architecture of SCADA systems in oil & gas
  • Integration of PLCs, RTUs, and intelligent field devices
  • Cybersecurity and data integrity in remote operations
  • Real-time monitoring, control, and decision support
  • Hands-on simulation of automated workflows and fault scenarios

Objectives

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Design and evaluate SCADA architectures for oil & gas applications
  • Implement automation strategies to optimize production and safety
  • Analyze real-time data for predictive maintenance and operational efficiency
  • Apply cybersecurity principles to protect critical infrastructure
  • Use simulation tools to troubleshoot and refine control strategies

Training Methodology

This training course combines expert-led instruction with immersive, hands-on learning. Delegates will engage with realistic simulators replicating oil & gas control environments, interactive workshops using case studies and fault scenarios, group exercises focused on system design and risk mitigation and live demonstrations of SCADA platforms and automation tools

Organisational Impact

  • Enhanced operational reliability and reduced downtime
  • Improved safety compliance and incident response
  • Streamlined data-driven decision-making across assets
  • Stronger cybersecurity posture for remote operations
  • Increased ROI through smarter automation strategies

Personal Impact

  • Mastery of SCADA and automation tools used across the energy sector
  • Confidence in designing and troubleshooting intelligent control systems
  • Career advancement through globally relevant technical skills
  • Exposure to international standards and certification pathways
  • Practical experience with simulation tools and real-world workflows

Who should Attend?

This GLOMACS Intelligent Operations: SCADA and Automation in the Oil and Gas Sector training course is ideal for:

  • Control Systems Engineers and Automation Specialists
  • Instrumentation and Electrical Engineers
  • SCADA Technicians and System Integrators
  • Process Engineers and Operations Managers
  • Technical Trainers and Engineering Consultants
Course Outline
Day 1

SCADA Fundamentals & Oil & Gas Applications

  • Overview of SCADA systems
  • The components of a SCADA system
  • Typical SCADA architecture that can be encountered (including centralized vs distributed systems)
  • SCADA hardware and software structures
  • Typical signals used to communicate with SCADA systems (including smart instruments)
Day 2

Automation Hardware & Communication Protocols

  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and automation strategies
  • Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), and the various interfaces available
  • Field devices used to collect an assortment of information
  • Modbus protocol, as used for connecting industrial electronic devices
  • Understanding the Open Platform Communications (OPC) communication standard
  • Industrial Ethernet and other communication protocols for determinism and real-time control
Day 3

HMI Design, Alarm Management, & Data Analysis

  • Interface design – best practice
  • Alarm rationalization and using alarm management correctly
  • Data logging all vital information effectively
  • Visualization of field information in an effective manner
  • SCADA design, specification, and installation – best practice
Day 4

Cybersecurity & System Resilience

  • Threat modeling of a typical system
  • Access control including remote login
  • Network segmentation, including hot as well as cold standby
  • Incident response and backup strategies, including redundancy
  • Using SCADA in conjunction with crucial automation
Day 5

System Maintenance and Optimization

  • Hands-on fault simulation
  • Implementing effective maintenance regimes
  • Ongoing system optimization
  • System management and expansion
  • Future trends and course summary
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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