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ISA Automation Project Management (APM) Specialist

International Society of Automation

Certificate

The ISA Automation Project Management (APM) Specialist certificate program was developed by leading automation project managers from around the world. By leveraging their combined experience, this program offers real-world, practical lessons that you can apply to your job today.

Duration

Not specified

Credits

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Cost

Not specified

Format

Hybrid

What You'll Learn

AI-generated

Key competencies developed through this program

  • KnowledgeApply project management principles to automation system implementations in industrial settings following industry standards.
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  • KnowledgeAnalyze automation project requirements and constraints to develop appropriate project scope and specifications.
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  • KnowledgeDemonstrate project scheduling and resource allocation techniques for automation projects using industry-standard tools.
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  • KnowledgeApply risk management strategies to automation project planning to identify and mitigate potential project issues.
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  • KnowledgeInterpret project budgets and cost control measures for automation systems within organizational constraints.
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  • MindsetEngage with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to facilitate collaboration throughout automation project lifecycles.
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  • KnowledgeDemonstrate quality assurance and testing protocols for automation system commissioning and validation.
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  • KnowledgeApply change management processes to handle project scope modifications in automation environments.
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  • MindsetAccept professional responsibility for project outcomes while maintaining ethical standards in automation project delivery.
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  • KnowledgeDemonstrate communication and documentation practices for reporting project status to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Define and scope automation projects by establishing goals, areas of responsibility, control strategy, IO definitions, and automation level requirements
  • Manage project lifecycle phases from feasibility through closeout applying integration, scope, time, cost, quality, risk, and stakeholder management principles
  • Justify automation projects using labor reduction, capacity, reliability, obsolescence, and flexibility criteria to satisfy business case requirements
  • Estimate automation project costs and evaluate feasibility using IO-per-point methods, analogous projects, and incremental estimating techniques
  • Execute automation projects managing schedule, budget, scope, deliverables, change orders, contracts, and third-party interfaces
  • Define roles and responsibilities for project team members including instrument, electrical, control hardware, network, and configuration disciplines
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Project Management Specialists13-1082.00
  • Computer Occupations, All Other15-1299.00
  • Business Operations Specialists, All Other13-1199.00
Program Details

Detailed information about this program

This program was designed to specially address the unique and complex challenges of automation and process control projects, including: Integration of multiple engineering disciplines (software, computer systems, networks, and instrumentation) High dependency on user requirements of disciplines outside of automation Integration of requirements from many areas (business, engineering, safety, environmental) Delays in other project areas that propagate over to the automation area New technology or technology constraints The program is well-suited for project managers who need to understand how to execute automation projects effectively. It is also ideal for automation professionals who need to gain an understanding of core project management principles. Earning the APM certificate will provide you with the Automation Project Management Specialist badge, which can be easily shared via social media with your employer and/or professional network. APM Specialist Certificate Requirements There are no required prerequisites or applications for this program. To earn the APM Specialist certificate, you must successfully complete the Automation Project Management course and pass the multiple-choice exam. Choose one of the following formats: Classroom (MT01) Virtual Classroom (MT01V) Self-Paced Modular (MT01M) Try Module One of MT01M - Free

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

No requirements listed.

Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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Completion Rate

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