Mechatronics Level 1
The course introduces the various control media used in automation systems and explains the operation of some of the components used to allow the delegates to compare control methods.
The course covers the control of pneumatic actuators using pneumatic and electrical signalling devices together with the use of PLC's. The construction and operation of valves and sensors is investigated and used in the construction of control circuits.
Training Outcomes
On completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Read and understand pneumatic circuit diagrams to recognised international standards
- Read and understand simple PLC programs
- Recognise pneumatic and electrical components and understand their functions
- Recognise the component parts of simple PLC systems and understand their functions
- Construct simple pneumatic, electropneumatic and PLC control circuits
- Understand and generate simple PLC programs
- Determine how pneumatic, electro-pneumatic and PLC systems interface to each other
- Compare pneumatic, electro-pneumatic and PLC systems as solutions to simple applications
N.B. Course contents are only a guide and will be covered as far as time permits.
Target Group
All personnel involved in the design, installation or maintenance of systems that contain pneumatic, electro-pneumatic and PLC equipment.
Previous Knowledge
General engineering background.
Course Duration
Courses take place over three days and are available in-house or at one of our national training centres.
Practical exercises are used throughout the course.
To discuss this seminar in more detail over a coffee, please contact the business centre on (01604) 667584 or alternatively, e-mail business_centre@festo.com.