Distributed Control Systems (DCS) Masterclass
Instrumentation, Control & Automation
Course overview
Distributed Control Systems (DCS) Masterclass is a senior-level masterclass on strategy and performance in Distributed Control Systems (DCS). It covers the principles, the requirements of ISA, IEC 61511, IEC 61508 and IEC 62443, and the practical methods used on site, with case studies from operations in the Gulf, Africa and worldwide. Available online, in the classroom in 60 cities, or in-house.
What participants will be able to do
- Explain the principles, terminology and scope of Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
- Apply the relevant requirements of ISA, IEC 61511, IEC 61508 and IEC 62443
- Use practical tools, checklists and calculations with confidence
- Recognise common problems, risks and root causes and choose the right corrective action
- Build a business case and roadmap their leadership team can act on
Who should attend
Designed for instrument and control engineers, technicians and control room staff in senior and leadership roles.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Strategic view of Distributed Control Systems (DCS)Trends, regulation and what leading companies do differently
- Day 2: Benchmarking and performanceKPIs, maturity models and gap analysis
- Day 3: Lessons from major incidents and projectsDecision points that changed outcomes
- Day 4: Leading the changeBuilding the business case, budget and team capability
- Day 5: Masterclass forumExpert panel, peer exchange and personal roadmap
What the 10-day edition adds
- Day 6: Applied project, part 1Apply the week-one methods to a case from your organisation
- Day 7: Data and digital toolsSoftware, spreadsheets and digital tools used in practice
- Day 8: Lessons from incidents and auditsWhat investigations and audit findings teach
- Day 9: Applied project, part 2Complete, test and refine your solution
- Day 10: Presentations and final assessmentPresent to the group and complete the final assessment
Training method and certificate
Interactive sessions, practical exercises, case studies and pre- and post-course assessments. Participants receive a Qimma Global Training certificate of completion stating the training hours (30 hours for 5 days, 60 hours for 10 days). Delivered in English or Arabic.
Dates 2027–2030
None of these dates work? We run this course for your team on the date and in the place you choose.
| Dates | City | Duration | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22–26 Feb 2027 | Munich Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 1–12 Mar 2027 | Sharjah Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 15–19 Mar 2027 | Frankfurt Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 29 Mar – 9 Apr 2027 | Budapest Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 3–7 May 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 24–28 Apr 2028 | London Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 30 Apr – 11 May 2028 | Doha Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 29 May – 2 Jun 2028 | Munich Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 8–19 Oct 2028 | Cairo Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 23–27 Oct 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 25 Feb – 1 Mar 2029 | Kuwait City Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 5–16 Mar 2029 | Houston Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 3–7 Sep 2029 | Abu Dhabi Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 17–28 Sep 2029 | Toronto Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 1–5 Oct 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 14–18 Jan 2030 | Amsterdam Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 4–15 Feb 2030 | Luanda Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 19–23 Aug 2030 | Edinburgh Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 26 Aug – 6 Sep 2030 | Budapest Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 2–6 Dec 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |