Ken Bourke

Industrial 
Automation 
Tutorials

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Events and Methods in FactoryTalk Optix

Learn how to work with events and methods to create application logic in FactoryTalk Optix

Ken Bourke
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April 29, 2026

First Look: CompactLogix 5390

A first look at the CompactLogix 5390, Rockwell Automation's next generation mid-range controller.

Ken Bourke
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April 13, 2026

How to Hide/Disable Navigation Panel Tabs in FactoryTalk Optix

Learn how to dynamically hide and disable Navigation Panel tabs in FactoryTalk Optix.

Ken Bourke
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April 29, 2026
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About me

Ken Bourke

Ken Bourke sitting at a desk

I'm an industrial automation professional with about 10 years experience of delivering large, global automation projects.

I'm currently working with Hanley Automation, the authorized Rockwell Automation distributor in Ireland, as a Controls Architect.

On this site, I share what I'm learning in the form of written tutorials, YouTube videos, and sample projects.

Certifications

VIS150

FactoryTalk Optix Basic Configuration and Deployment

Rockwell Automation
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December 2023

CCA185

PowerFlex 525 Drive Startup and Configuration

Rockwell Automation
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September 2023

CCV204-A

FactoryTalk View ME and PanelView Plus Programming

Rockwell Automation
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June 2023

CCP143

Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 3: Project Development

Rockwell Automation
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March 2023

CCP151

Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 2: Basic Ladder Logic Programming

Rockwell Automation
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December 2022

CCP146

Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 1: ControlLogix System Fundamentals

Rockwell Automation
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September 2022

Ken Bourke

Industrial Automation Tutorials

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