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ASPEN APS/Unified Certification – Exam Preparation

Why Attend

The ASPEN APS/Unified Certification – Exam Preparation program is a focused, hands-on training course developed by Commonwealth Training and Consulting Africa to help professionals master AspenTech's Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) and Aspen Unified platforms. Designed specifically to support certification exam readiness, this course combines in-depth technical instruction, real-world scenario modeling, and simulation-based learning.

Overview

Course Outline

Schedule & Fees

Course Methodology

Instructor-led training that uses interactive learning methods, including class discussion, small group activities, and role-playing

Course Objectives

Understand the core concepts and architecture of Aspen APS and Aspen Unified platforms.; Build, configure, and manage models in Aspen Plant Scheduler and Aspen Unified Planning.; Integrate APS with ERP and manufacturing execution systems (MES).; Perform demand, supply, and production planning using Aspen tools.; Apply optimization and constraint logic to solve real scheduling problems.; Prepare thoroughly for the official ASPEN certification exam with exam-aligned content and simulations.

Target Audience

This program is tailored for: Production Planners and Supply Chain Professionals; Process Engineers and Industrial Engineers; Operations Managers and Manufacturing Analysts; Digital Transformation and Industry 4.0 Teams; IT and MES/ERP System Integrators; Professionals seeking ASPEN APS/Unified certification

Target Competencies

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Day 1: Introduction to Aspen APS and Unified Platform

  • Overview of AspenTech Solutions: APS vs Unified

  • Architecture and Integration: APS, PIMS, MES, ERP

  • Key Modules: Aspen Plant Scheduler, Aspen Unified Planning

  • Installation and Environment Setup Overview

  • Navigating the User Interface and Key Functionalities

  • Case Study: Digital Planning in a Refinery Setup

Day 2: Demand Management and Supply Network Configuration

  • Demand Planning Fundamentals

  • Configuring Planning Models: Products, Resources, and Routes

  • Calendars, Shifts, and Equipment Modeling

  • Inventory Targets and Safety Stock

  • Supply Chain Network Design in Aspen Unified

  • Hands-on Lab: Building a Basic Supply Plan

Day 3: Advanced Production Scheduling

  • Introduction to Aspen Plant Scheduler (APS)

  • Model Building: Constraints, Changeovers, and Sequencing Rules

  • Finite Scheduling and Gantt Chart Interpretations

  • Backward vs Forward Scheduling

  • Real-Time Rescheduling and What-If Analysis

  • Exercise: Solving Scheduling Bottlenecks in Batch Processing

Day 4: Optimization, Integration, and Data Management

  • Optimization Parameters and Constraint Handling

  • Integration with Aspen PIMS-AO and Aspen DMC3

  • Data Import/Export and ERP/MES Interfaces

  • Exception Handling, Alerts, and Rule-Based Automation

  • Real-Time Scenario Testing and Plan Reconciliation

  • Lab: Integrated Planning and Scheduling Use Case

Day 5: Certification Exam Preparation and Final Assessment

  • ASPEN Certification Exam Format and Topics

  • Practice Exam 1: Timed Multiple-Choice Test with Review

  • Practice Exam 2: Scenario-Based Simulation Exercise

  • Review of Common Errors and Knowledge Gaps

  • Final Capstone Project: Building a Unified Planning Model

  • Certification Strategy, Tips, and Q&A Session

$3875

Abu Dhabi

Country: UAE

Duration: One week

Date: 01–05 Dec 2025

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$3875

Cairo

Country: Egypt

Duration: One week

Date: 09–13 Feb 2026

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