Due to rapid developments and evolving technology, the world is becoming increasingly automated. As a result of this, there is a critical shortage of industrial automation, instrumentation, control engineers, technicians, and technologists around the world.

EIT’s School of Industrial Automation will equip you with skills and expertise in the latest developing technologies in instrumentation, process control, which are critical in this fast-moving work environment.

Students will study subjects which include: process control, instrumentation, control valves, process plant layout, piping design, tuning of process loops, SCADA, PLCs, advanced process control (APC), boiler control, hazardous areas, safety instrumentation (IEC 61511 and IEC 61508), HAZOPs, industrial data communications, networking, deviceNet and Fieldbus, industrial wireless, radio telemetry systems, shielding/EMC/EMI, and noise reduction.

52886WA Advanced Diploma of Industrial Automation Engineering


Delivered with a strong practical focus. It covers a variety of skills such as instrumentation, automation and process control, industrial data communications, process plant layout, project and financial management, and chemical engineering. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Industrial Automation
Duration
  • 18 Months
Course Type
  • Advanced Diploma
  • Industrial Automation, Instrumentation and Process Control
Intake Dates
4 August 2026
Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Industrial Automation
Duration
  • 18 Months
Course Type
  • Advanced Diploma
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Industrial Automation, Instrumentation and Process Control
Intake Dates
1 September 2026

52911WA Graduate Certificate in Internet of Things (loT) for Engineering (Foundations)


Industrial Internet of Things (IoT) is the most sort after technology trend in current situation. This course enables participants to understand the basics of IoT, its protocols, and its application areas. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Data Coms and IT
  • Industrial Automation
Duration
  • 6 Months
Course Type
  • Vocational Graduate Certificate
  • Data Comms & Industrial IT
  • Industrial Automation, Instrumentation and Process Control
Intake Dates
7 July 2026

Bachelor of Science (Industrial Automation Engineering)


Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and knowledge in the latest developing technologies in instrumentation, process control, and industrial automation. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Industrial Automation
Duration
  • 3 Years Full-Time
Course Type
  • Bachelors
  • Industrial Automation, Instrumentation and Process Control
Intake Dates
20 July 2026

Doctor of Engineering


Graduates of the Doctor of Engineering (DEng) will be able to make original and significant contributions to the development, application, and evaluation of professional knowledge. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
Duration
  • 36 Months
Course Type
  • Doctor of Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Data Comms & Industrial IT
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Engineering Management
  • Industrial Automation, Instrumentation and Process Control
  • Mechanical Engineering
Intake Dates
20 July 2026

On-Campus – Doctor of Engineering


Graduates of the Doctor of Engineering (DEng) will be able to make original and significant contributions to the development, application, and evaluation of professional knowledge. Learn more


Location
  • Perth
  • Melbourne
Delivery Mode
  • On-Campus
Duration
  • 36 Months
Course Type
  • Doctor of Engineering
Intake Dates
27 July 2026

On-Campus – Master of Engineering (Industrial Automation)


Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and expertise in the latest developing technologies in instrumentation, process control, and industrial automation Learn more


Location
  • Perth
  • Melbourne
Delivery Mode
  • On-Campus
  • On-Campus Industrial Automation
Duration
  • 24 Months
Course Type
  • Masters
  • Industrial Automation, Instrumentation and Process Control
Intake Dates
7 September 2026

On-Campus Master of Engineering – Applied Research (Industrial Automation)


Advance your engineering career with a research-focused program tackling real-world challenges. Build expertise in smart manufacturing, applied research, and emerging technologies for leadership roles in engineering. Learn more


Location
  • Perth
  • Melbourne
Delivery Mode
  • On-Campus
  • Masters
  • On-Campus Industrial Automation
Duration
  • 24 Months
Course Type
  • Industrial Automation, Instrumentation and Process Control
  • Masters
Intake Dates
7 September 2026

Professional Certificate of Competency in Allen Bradley Controllogix / Logix5000 PLC Platforms


Designed for engineers and technicians who need practical knowledge in operating and navigating RSLogix 5000 software and associated platforms. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Industrial Automation
Duration
  • 3 Months
Course Type
  • Professional Certificate
  • Industrial Automation, Instrumentation and Process Control
  • UK
Intake Dates
8 September 2026

Professional Certificate of Competency in Control Valve Sizing, Selection and Maintenance


Designed for engineers and technicians who need a solid understanding of the fundamentals of their control valve design, installation, and troubleshooting. Learn more


Location
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Online
  • Industrial Automation
Duration
  • 3 Months
Course Type
  • Professional Certificate
  • UK
  • Industrial Automation, Instrumentation and Process Control
Intake Dates
13 October 2026