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title: Fundamentals of Manufacturing Automation
description: Learn process automation fundamentals, key GMP/GAMP standards, and project phases from design to deployment. Ideal for engineers and technicians.
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# Fundamentals of Manufacturing Automation   

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#### Course Description

The first module, “Introduction to Process Automation,” lays the foundation by defining manufacturing processes and automation, exploring types of manufacturing, levels of automation, and key components of industrial systems. The “Automation Regulations and Standards” module then looks at the critical standards and regulations in the field, including GMP, GXP, and GAMP, and highlights the importance of process optimization. The course concludes with “Automation Project Phases,” which covers the various stages of an automation project, from feasibility studies to deployment and support.

**Who Will Benefit**

Engineers, technicians, and manufacturing professionals interested in the basics of automated manufacturing processes will benefit from this course. It is suitable for those looking to understand how automation is applied in manufacturing settings.

Course Syllabus

5 Lessons  │ 1h 40m

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**Fundamentals of Manufacturing Automation - Introduction**

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Introduction to Process Automation

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**The Automation Project Cycle**

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Automation Regulations and Standards

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Fundamentals of Manufacturing Automation - Summary and Assessment

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#### Additional Information

 

**Software Requirements  
**Supported Operating Systems: Microsoft 8 (or higher version)  
Supported Mobile Operating Systems: iOS 11 (or higher version), Android 7.0 (or higher version)  
Supported Desktop Browsers: Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Safari  
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##### Overview

Average Completion Time 1h 40m

Time to Complete  
90 days from first access

Competency Level(s) Beginner to Intermediate

Language  
English

Certificate of Completion  
Yes

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