Hardware-Networking
OT Network Design for Manufacturing and Process Plants
This practical course helps professionals master OT network design for manufacturing and process plants, segmentation, availability, remote access, monitoring, and resilience. The program connects key concepts, real use cases, risks, tools, and operational decisions so participants can apply the learning in their work environment. It can be tailored to the organization’s sector, internal systems, participant maturity, and performance objectives.
Objectives
- Understand the concepts, challenges, and use cases related to OT network design for manufacturing and process plants, segmentation, availability, remote access, monitoring, and resilience.
- Identify the data, systems, processes, and stakeholders required for effective implementation.
- Assess risks, limitations, governance requirements, and practical control points.
- Use methods, tools, and templates to structure analysis and decision-making.
- Translate learning into action plans, recommendations, and measurable improvement opportunities.
- Adapt the approach to the operating context, team maturity, and business objectives.
Target audience
- Network, systems, and infrastructure administrators
- Support technicians and IT engineers
- Data center, endpoint, and operations teams
- Professionals preparing for networking certifications
- IT managers responsible for availability and resilience
Program outline
A clear structure for the learning journey.
Program outline
Outline points are grouped in one designed block instead of being treated as separate module cards.
Module 1: Industrial Environment, Assets, and Control Network Requirements
Foundation for Industrial Environment, Assets, and Control Network Requirements: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Terminology and decisions in Industrial Environment, Assets, and Control Network Requirements: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Inputs required for Industrial Environment, Assets, and Control Network Requirements: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Typical mistakes around Industrial Environment, Assets, and Control Network Requirements: applied exercise and practical decision from a realistic scenario
Module 2: PLC, HMI, SCADA, Sensors, Drives, and Edge Connectivity
Current-state mapping for PLC, HMI, SCADA, Sensors, Drives, and Edge Connectivity: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Examples and scenarios involving PLC, HMI, SCADA, Sensors, Drives, and Edge Connectivity: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Diagnostic questions about PLC, HMI, SCADA, Sensors, Drives, and Edge Connectivity: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Evidence produced through PLC, HMI, SCADA, Sensors, Drives, and Edge Connectivity: applied exercise and practical decision from a realistic scenario
Module 3: Industrial Ethernet, PROFINET, VLANs, and Redundant Topologies
Design considerations for Industrial Ethernet, PROFINET, VLANs, and Redundant Topologies: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Roles and responsibilities in Industrial Ethernet, PROFINET, VLANs, and Redundant Topologies: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Exceptions and constraints affecting Industrial Ethernet, PROFINET, VLANs, and Redundant Topologies: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Quality checks for Industrial Ethernet, PROFINET, VLANs, and Redundant Topologies: applied exercise and practical decision from a realistic scenario
Module 4: IT/OT Segmentation, Zones, Conduits, and Remote Access
Operating model for IT/OT Segmentation, Zones, Conduits, and Remote Access: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Tools and workflow steps in IT/OT Segmentation, Zones, Conduits, and Remote Access: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Handoffs and approvals around IT/OT Segmentation, Zones, Conduits, and Remote Access: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Escalation points in IT/OT Segmentation, Zones, Conduits, and Remote Access: applied exercise and practical decision from a realistic scenario
Module 5: Latency, Packet Loss, Interference, and Production Downtime
Performance measures for Latency, Packet Loss, Interference, and Production Downtime: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Review routines after Latency, Packet Loss, Interference, and Production Downtime: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Improvement actions for Latency, Packet Loss, Interference, and Production Downtime: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Sustaining discipline around Latency, Packet Loss, Interference, and Production Downtime: applied exercise and practical decision from a realistic scenario
Module 6: Industrial Network Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Methods
Advanced scenarios in Industrial Network Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Methods: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Failure patterns seen in Industrial Network Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Methods: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Coordination challenges during Industrial Network Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Methods: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Recovery actions for Industrial Network Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Methods: applied exercise and practical decision from a realistic scenario
Module 7: Cybersecurity, Change Control, and Maintenance Coordination
Governance requirements for Cybersecurity, Change Control, and Maintenance Coordination: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Data quality checks in Cybersecurity, Change Control, and Maintenance Coordination: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Risk controls related to Cybersecurity, Change Control, and Maintenance Coordination: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Value measures for Cybersecurity, Change Control, and Maintenance Coordination: applied exercise and practical decision from a realistic scenario
Module 8: Factory Network Improvement Workshop
Implementation planning for Factory Network Improvement Workshop: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Readiness questions before Factory Network Improvement Workshop: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Pilot design for Factory Network Improvement Workshop: application, analysis, and review points linked to the module
Lessons learned after Factory Network Improvement Workshop: applied exercise and practical decision from a realistic scenario
Materials provided
- ○ Slides used during the sessions
- ○ Group activities and practical exercises
- ○ Worksheets, checklists, and templates
- ○ Case studies relevant to the course
- ○ 4D Certificate of Completion issued by 4D Training & Consultancy
- ○ Post-course support for technical queries and guidance
Training Options
Programs can be delivered in-house, online, or in a blended format depending on your team's schedule, location, and learning objectives. When an external certificate or exam is included, certification rules and fees remain under the relevant awarding body's policies, while 4D provides the training and preparation support.
Why choose 4D
4D Training & Consultancy designs technical and professional programs around the client’s operating reality. The course can be adapted to sector requirements, internal systems, team capability, practical use cases, and the level of depth required by the audience.
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