Sponsor: Central Coast Section Chapter, PE31/PEL35
Speaker: Louis of US System Architect Manager, Schneider Electric
Alex of Automation System & Architect Expert, Schneider Electric

Date: 22 Apr 2026
Time: 01:00 PM PDT to 02:00 PM PDT
Cost:
Location: San Luis Obispo, California
Reservations: IEEE
Summary:
If you have played with AI, you realize it’s amazing potential. If you have played with AI in the automation space…you realize that this is “Game Changing” technology. AI will absolutely change how we program and implement projects. Join us as we show you live the power of a PLC AI Co-Pilot programming tool.

The seminar connects foundational AI concepts with real-world engineering use cases, showing how AI tools can assist in PLC programming, control logic development, and system design. Through practical examples drawn from industrial automation, attendees gain insight into how AI supports engineers in building efficient, reliable, and maintainable control systems.

Key Takeaways
Introduction to AI concepts relevant to engineering and automation
How Schneider Electric applies AI in industrial control systems
Examples of AI-assisted PLC logic development
The continuing role of engineers in design validation and system responsibility
Perspectives on AI’s impact on future engineering practice

Speakers
Louis of US System Architect Manager, Schneider Electric
Alex of Automation System & Architect Expert, Schneider Electric