Industrial & OT Network Ethernet Training for Engineers and Technicians

In today’s connected industrial environment, skilled professionals are essential for designing, maintaining, and securing reliable operational technology (OT) networks. INS delivers comprehensive industrial network training and certification programs designed for engineers, technicians, and operations personnel who support communication systems across manufacturing, energy, utilities, and process industries.

From foundational Ethernet/IP concepts to advanced wireless OT networking and cybersecurity, INS training equips participants with practical knowledge built for the realities of industrial operations, not the assumptions of traditional IT classrooms.

Why This Training Matters for Industrial Environments

OT networks face unique demands that differ from traditional IT environments. They must maintain uptime around the clock, communicate with legacy equipment, and operate safely in harsh industrial conditions. INS’s industrial network training helps participants understand and manage these challenges effectively.

By bridging the gap between IT networking principles and OT realities, our training prepares your workforce to:

• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues that impact production.
• Implement secure configurations for PLCs, SCADA systems, and field devices.
• Strengthen network reliability and help reduce unplanned downtime.
• Apply best practices in industrial Ethernet and wireless connectivity.
  

This training empowers engineers, technicians, and operators to make informed decisions that enhance both safety and performance in connected industrial environments.

Training Curriculum Overview

Our curriculum is structured around real-world OT use cases, covering both foundational and advanced concepts. Each module is taught by industry professionals with extensive field experience in industrial networking.

Hands-On Experience & Real-World Application

INS believes the best way to learn industrial networking is by doing. Each training course includes hands-on labs with live or simulated industrial equipment, giving participants the opportunity to practice configuration, troubleshooting, and monitoring techniques in a controlled environment.

Our interactive training format bridges classroom theory with field application. Participants leave with the confidence to apply new skills immediately, whether configuring VLANs, optimizing switch performance, or diagnosing communication faults.

Courses are available in flexible formats, including:

• Instructor-led classroom training at INS facilities or on-site at your location.
• Custom workshops designed for specific industries or network architectures.
• Virtual sessions for remote teams needing targeted technical development.
  

This practical, application-based approach ensures that your team’s new knowledge directly translates to improved network reliability and efficiency.

Training Outcomes & Certification
INS network training equips participants with both theoretical understanding and practical competence. Graduates demonstrate proficiency in configuring and maintaining industrial Ethernet systems, integrating SCADA and PLC devices, and implementing cybersecurity measures in OT environments.

Our programs support workforce development and professional certification goals, helping participants:

• Qualify for roles such as Industrial Network Technician, Controls Engineer, or OT Systems Specialist.
• Earn continuing education credit for internal training or compliance requirements.
• Strengthen their credentials through verifiable INS certification, recognized across multiple industries.
  

By investing in industrial network technician training, companies ensure their personnel are capable of managing complex OT systems with confidence and precision.

Why Choose INS for Your Team’s Network Training

INS’s training is designed by engineers who build and maintain OT networks every day. Unlike generic IT networking courses, our programs are developed specifically for industrial environments, using real devices, protocols, and examples your team will encounter in the field.

The INS Training Advantage

• Real OT Practitioners as Instructors: Courses are led by engineers experienced in designing and troubleshooting live industrial networks.
• Industry-Relevant Content: Material tailored to manufacturing, utilities, energy, mining, and process control industries.
• Hands-On Learning: Participants interact with industrial switches, routers, and gateways during exercises.
• Vendor Neutrality: Curriculum covers multi-vendor environments, ideal for teams managing diverse hardware.
• Immediate Applicability: Graduates leave ready to improve uptime, implement cybersecurity controls, and optimize network performance.
• Workforce Development Focus: Courses help bridge skill gaps between maintenance, IT, and controls teams, fostering cross-department collaboration.
  

Who Should Attend

INS industrial network training is ideal for:

• Maintenance and operations technicians responsible for plant communications or control networks.
• Engineers and system integrators involved in network design or SCADA integration.
• IT professionals transitioning into OT environments.
• Managers and supervisors developing workforce skills in connectivity, security, and automation.
  

By training your personnel with INS, you strengthen your team’s ability to manage the full lifecycle of your industrial network, from design to day-to-day operation.

A Complete Approach to Network Readiness

Training is the final step in ensuring your OT network is fully supported—from design and commissioning to daily operation. INS provides not just the infrastructure, but also the knowledge and skills your team needs to sustain it. Our training programs complement engineering, installation, and lifecycle services, giving your organization total control over performance, uptime, and security.