PLC Fundamentals for Industry: A Practical Workshop for IEEE Members in Western Uganda

This practical workshop is organised under the STEP INTO INDUSTRY programme to equip IEEE members and engineering students in Western Uganda with practical knowledge and skills relevant to modern industrial environments. The workshop will introduce participants to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), their applications in industrial automation, and the fundamentals of PLC programming. It will also provide exposure to Industry 4.0, emerging engineering skills, professional development, and career opportunities. The programme will include interactive technical sessions, an industry and Young Professionals panel, professional branding, and structured networking between students and young professionals. The event is organised at Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Kihumuro Campus, Uganda, and is expected to bring together approximately 100 participants.