Courses

For Maintenance Engineers

IMFFP®

Industrial Maintenance & Fault Finding Pro: With our hands-on and practical City & Guilds Assured IMFFP® training courses, you’ll learn how to work with PLCs safely and efficiently.

We’ll teach you how to manage the day-to-day operations of your shop-floor and give you the confidence to tackle and resolve faults. Gain the skills you need to safeguard your shop-floor, because life’s too short for breakdowns.

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IMFFP® 1&2

£1,800

Who’s it for? IMFFP® 1&2 explores all the fundamentals of PLCs and is ideal for:

  • Beginners with little to no prior PLC experience
  • Experienced users who want to revisit and solidify their understanding

What you’ll learn: The comprehensive 4-day IMFFP® 1&2 training program delivers the comprehensive skills and essential knowledge you need to operate PLCs in industrial settings.

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    City & Guilds Assured certification and digital credentials

    Peace of mind that you’ll learn all the skills you need, assessed and accredited by City & Guilds.

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    Dynamic Resources

    Access to PLC programming software and Live PLCs, together with a customised IMFFP® training handbook.

  • Continuous Learning

    1/year access to the relevant eLearning course to help you stay up to date with your new skillset.

IMFFP® 3

£2,100

Who’s it for? Ideal for engineers who’ve taken the IMFFP® 1&2 course and want to take the next step.

What you’ll learn: On this comprehensive 4-day IMFFP® 3 training program, you’ll learn how to program Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), troubleshoot, and configure Industrial Networks, like Industrial Ethernet, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET and PROFIBUS. You’ll also learn a range of advanced programming techniques.

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    City & Guilds Assured certification and digital credentials

    Peace of mind that you’ll learn all the skills you need, assessed and accredited by City & Guilds.

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    Dynamic Resources

    Access to PLC programming software, PLC hardware, remote 10, HMI, and drive technology, together with a customised IMFFP® training handbook.

  • Continuous Learning

    1/year access to the relevant eLearning course to help you stay up to date with your new skillset.

IMFFP® 4 Coming soon

Who’s it for? Our IMFFP® 4 courses are ideal for if you want to progress to become a controls engineer. Or if you have an interest in creating programs and are looking to move from a maintenance role and you’re ready to take the next step in your career.

What you’ll learn: On our series of 4-day IMFFP® 4 courses you’ll learn best-practice programming techniques in the design and development of programs from scratch. This includes documentation, structure, design, debugging and commissioning. You’ll also learn to implement more advanced controls, including HMI programming, remote IO handling and networking.

  • certificate icon

    City & Guilds Assured certification and digital credentials

    Peace of mind that you’ll learn all the skills you need, assessed and accredited by City & Guilds.

  • graduation hat icon

    Dynamic Resources

    Access to PLC programming software and Live PLCs, together with a customised IMFFP® training handbook.

  • Continuous Learning

    1/year access to the relevant eLearning course to help you stay up to date with your new skillset.

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    IMFFP® Bolt-on

    £1,000

    Who’s it for? We know that many shop-floors have more than one PLC. We designed our Bolt-on course so that you can expand your skills without needing to complete multiple 4-day courses.

    Leave downtime behind. The comprehensive 2-day IMFFP® 1&2 PLC Bolt-on training program delivers the comprehensive skills and essential knowledge you need to operate PLCs in industrial settings. You’ll get personal access to PLC programming software and PLCs, together with a customised IMFFP® training handbook.

    • certificate icon

      City & Guilds Assured certification and digital credentials

      Peace of mind that you’ll learn all the skills you need, assessed and accredited by City & Guilds.

    • graduation hat icon

      Dynamic Resources

      Access to PLC programming software and Live PLCs, together with a customised IMFFP® training handbook.

    • Continuous Learning

      1/year access to the relevant eLearning course to help you stay up to date with your new skillset.

    Testimonials

    We’ve trained engineers at Amazon, Honda, Jaguar Land Rover, EDF Nuclear, Toyota and Transport for London.

    Here’s what they say about Scantime’s training courses:

    I recently completed the Siemens Step 7 training course. I undertake lots of courses due to the nature of my job and this is one of the best I have been to. Alan and Jay delivered the course brilliantly, very helpful and explained everything in an easy to understand format.

    Will Skidmore

    Siemens Energy

    Scantime has been involved in training our maintenance staff for several years now. They have helped improve and maintain the skill set that is critical for working with processes such as ours. From these various courses, we now have maintenance staff who are more confident and capable of working and finding faults on our PLCs.

    Marc Powell

    Jaguar Land Rover

    The course was brilliant – the content, literature, practical and delivery was exceptional. I really enjoyed it and a took away lots. Nathan was great, tonnes of real experience, really easy to get along with and delivered the training seamlessly. I would without any question, recommend Scantime and Nathan for any control system Solutions / advise / training needs in the future.

    Thomas Braisby

    Thorntons Chocolate

    My colleagues and I of Essity UK wish to share our gratitude for the skills and knowledge we have gained, and continue to gain as we upskill in Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal.

    Mark Horner

    Essity

    Fantastic knowledge, equipment and good experience.

    Tom Herbert

    Dyson

    The Facilities and tutors at Scantime are world class! This training has given me the knowledge and confidence to work with PLCs across our site reducing downtime and stepping up maintenance. The classrooms are kitted out with all the best equipment in an easy to understand environment. My tutors Nathan and Jay where a fountain of knowledge and I am so grateful for all their help. 10/10 would recommend!

    George Claridge

    Tottenham Hotspur Football Club

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Everything else you need to know.

    How often do Scantime’s courses run?

    We offer weekly courses at our training centres in Gateshead and Alderley Park. Demand is high, so we advise booking your place at least two months in advance to secure your spot.

    Can I learn more than one PLC software package during the PLC training course?

    Our IMFFP® training focuses on one PLC software package to ensure you receive in-depth and comprehensive training. If you work with multiple PLCs or want to expand your skills across different platforms, we offer a 2-day Bolt-on course for those who have successfully completed IMFFP® 1&2.

    Can I attend as an individual?

    Absolutely! Our courses are open to everyone, whether you’re sponsored by a company or joining as an individual. They’re especially popular with people looking to switch careers or enhance their CV with new skills.

    What resources do you provide during the hands-on IMFFP® course?

    When you join one of our training courses, you’ll have your own dedicated training station complete with a computer, PLC programming software, and a SCADA system.

    You’ll also receive a Scantime workbook to track your progress throughout the course. This detailed resource is yours to keep, making it an excellent reference tool long after training is complete.

    Are there any assessments on a hands-on IMFFP® course?

    Yes, the course includes two assessments, one for each module, designed to ensure you’ve understood the material. You’ll receive your results on the same day after completing each assessment.

    Pass Marks and Points Available:

    • Module 1
      • Pass Mark: 180
      • Points Available: 300
    • Module 2
      • Pass Mark: 210
      • Points Available: 300

    Will I receive a certificate upon completion?

    Absolutely. We’ll give you a City & Guilds certificate, and a digital credential when you successfully complete any of our IMFFP® course modules.

    Get the skills you need to safeguard your shop-floor with Scantime.

    Because life’s too short for breakdowns.

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