Automation is central to advanced manufacturing. It holds the promise of reduced costs and improved quality.
However, at its core, successful automation depends on employees who understand automation concepts and how to apply them – integrating the best human talent with the best machine automation. Oxygen Education’s
Automation courses teach learners about automation in general, how to apply it, and focus on two of the most
powerful automation tools available – PLCs and Robots.
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Principals of Factory Automation introduces the types and uses of automation in manufacturing. The course examines automation throughout the factory, including material handling and movement, process control systems, work-piece handling, and conveyors. It explores the profound impact of PLCs in manufacturing automation, providing a good understanding for learners of PLC systems and how they work. Learners gain knowledge in PLC applications as well as some of the key software common in PLC automation.
Robots are applied in a wide array of manufacturing applications. Principles of Robotics (AU201) allows learners to understand how robots are applied in industry, including painting, welding, polishing, buffing, and deburring. The course covers the use of robots in material handling across all of these areas.
To work effectively with robotics, Principles of Robotics introduces learners to multiple axes the various coordinate systems that can be used with a robot. Key robot controls, including the control cabinet, teach pendant, and gate box are explained in detail. The most prevalent mode of operation, automatic, is discussed in detail including powering up the robot and starting / stopping automatic operation. Principles of Robotics also covers manual operation including homing the robot and jogging the various axes. Learners also gain an understanding of how to identify faults and recover from them.
Safety in robot application is essential. Principles of Robotics grounds learners with the key knowledge required to work safely and effectively with robotic applications. The course teaches how to identify potential dangers with robot movements as well as the high need keep robot work cells clear of dangerous clutter. Principles of Robotics covers key safety concerns such as robot pinch points and emergency stop as well as enclosed robot cells and how to work with teach pendants.
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Distributed Control System
SCADA Control System
PLC Control System
Robot Introduction
Robot Safety
