Automation, Robotics and Programmable Logic Controllers Course – Level 4

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Introduction

Industrial robotics is the present and future of automated manufacturing and is an unstoppable reality. With the emergence of lighter, smarter and safer industrial robot models that are increasingly easy to interface, the demand has never been so high and is expected to grow yearly. Popular applications for industrial robots include welding, painting, assembly and materials handling. Modern industrial robots are integral to cyber-physical mechatronic systems, contributing to Industry 4.0 manufacturing.

Aim: The aim of this level 4, ten-day course is for participants to investigate how programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and industrial robots can be programmed to successfully implement automated engineering solutions. Among the topics included are PLC system operational characteristics, different types of programming languages, types of robots and cell safety features. This course would be suited to people of all roles looking to develop their prior robotics knowledge to gain a level 4 qualification.

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

  • System operational characteristics
  • Industrial communication networks at supervisory, cell and field levels.
  • Industrial communication protocols
  • The different types of PLC programming languages
  • Designing, testing and debugging of PLC programs

Robotics

  • Types of robots
  • Sensors, tools and end-effectors
  • Programming methods
  • Key functions/commands and application in designing and implementing robot tasks
  • Robotics hardware and software tools, configuration, calibration, programming and fault finding
  • Robot manipulators (kinematics, design, dynamics and control, vision systems, user interfaces, instrumentation configuration and calibration)
  • Health and safety policies, procedures and regulations, potential hazards, risk assessment and mitigation
  • Cell safety features, operating envelope, operational modes & user interfaces
  • Impact of Industry 4.0 on automation, robotics and PLCS

This programme uses a mixture of group discussions, lectures and practical workshops to fully involve participants.

What you would be able to do following the training: Program PLCs and robotic manipulators to implement a set of activities, different types and uses of PLCs and robots available, writing PLC programs using a language

of their choice, and program industrial robots with straightforward commands and safety factors.

On completion of the course, participants will:
•  Understand PLC system operational characteristics and programming languages
•  Know how to write PLC programs using a language of their choice
•  Understand how to program an industrial robot
•  Understand the safety factors involved in the design of an automation cell

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