Module 1: Introduction to Industrial Ethernet

• Basics of Ethernet technology and its application in industrial automation
• Comparison of traditional fieldbus vs. Industrial Ethernet
• Overview of Ethernet topologies (star, ring, mesh) and network components

Module 2: Industrial Ethernet Communication Protocols

• PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, OPC UA – features and use cases
• Real-time communication and deterministic behavior in Ethernet networks
• Network design considerations for low-latency and high-availability

Module 3: Network Infrastructure and Redundancy

• Network switching, routing, and segmentation
• Redundancy protocols: Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP), Media Redundancy Protocol (MRP), Device Level Ring (DLR)
• Best practices for high-availability industrial networks

Module 4: Cybersecurity in Industrial Control Systems (ICS)

• Cyber threats and vulnerabilities in industrial networks
• Differences between IT and OT (Operational Technology) security
• Case studies on real-world cyber incidents in industrial automation

Module 5: Industrial Network Security Strategies

• Network segmentation using VLANs to isolate control networks
• Firewalls and Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
• Secure remote access using VPNs and encrypted communication

Module 6: Hardening Industrial Ethernet Networks

• Role of zero-trust architecture in industrial cybersecurity
• Secure device authentication and role-based access control (RBAC)
• Implementing patch management and endpoint security

Module 7: Network Monitoring, Troubleshooting, and Maintenance

• SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) and network monitoring tools
• Identifying and resolving latency, jitter, and packet loss issues
• Logging, auditing, and compliance with IEC 62443 and NIST cybersecurity frameworks