Seminar and Hands-on Workshop on “IoT Applications in Monitoring and Control of Production Systems Using PLCs on the E-Ra Platform”
On the morning of June 10, 2026, at Room D0903, the Faculty of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (FEEE), Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU), successfully organized a seminar and hands-on workshop entitled “IoT Applications in Monitoring and Control of Production Systems Using PLCs on the E-Ra Platform”. The event attracted a large number of students from the Faculty, creating a dynamic academic environment where participants had the opportunity to explore advanced technologies and practical applications in the fields of Automation and the Internet of Things (IoT).
During the seminar, students had the opportunity to meet and gain valuable practical insights from Mr. Huynh Van Hau, Product Manager. With extensive experience in the technology industry, the speaker provided an overview of IoT development trends in industrial applications, introduced modern monitoring and control systems in factories, explained the MODBUS communication protocol, the flexible connectivity of the ESP32 development kit, and the powerful capabilities of the E-Ra platform for remote device monitoring and control.
A highlight of the event was the hands-on practice session, which enabled students to transform theoretical knowledge into practical experience. Under the guidance of the industry expert, students learned how to use ESP32 with the E-Ra platform, configured the communication between PLCs and ESP32 via the MODBUS TCP protocol, and directly developed and tested a complete PLC-based monitoring and control system on a practical training model.
The enthusiastic learning atmosphere was clearly demonstrated during the discussion session, where students actively raised questions related to hardware optimization, communication noise mitigation, as well as current development trends and workforce demands in the Automation and IoT industry. All questions were thoroughly addressed by the speaker, providing students with valuable real-world perspectives on emerging technologies and future career orientations.
The seminar concluded successfully, not only delivering valuable professional knowledge but also inspiring students’ passion for research, innovation, and technological mastery as future engineers. The event also provided a valuable opportunity for students to gain practical experience and better prepare themselves for specialized courses, graduation projects, and future technology-related projects.
Below are some highlights from the seminar and hands-on workshop:
