Fundamentals of automation technology

The modular basic learning system for automation technology

Anyone who wants to assert themselves in the professional field of automation technology needs solid basic skills. We offer the foundation for basic training in automation technology. A new benchmark of modularity in the areas of hardware, software and courseware as well as the seamless integration into our curriculum make our system the optimal basic learning system for technical education.

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Fundamentals of mechanical manufacturing

Learning paths: Fundamentals of mechanical manufacturing

Technical Documentation

Metrology

Drilling

Turning

Milling

Metal Working and Additive Manufacturing

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Basics of mechanical manufacturing with SkillsMagazine

The learning content includes the practical production of components for the "stacking magazine" assembly using various machines, tools and manufacturing processes.

The initial focus is on drilling and forming, using semi-finished products from the learning kit. In addition, the basics of milling and turning are taught, with additional practice parts being manufactured during turning.

Another focus is on additive manufacturing, in which components are first designed in a CAD program and then manufactured using additive processes.

These components are then assembled with other components to form a functioning assembly. Finally, the course leads through the mechanical and electrical assembly of all manufactured parts and standard parts to the complete commissioning of the stacking magazine. In this way, the apprentices receive comprehensive training in various manufacturing processes as well as the assembly and commissioning of mechatronic systems.

Basics of automation technology with SkillsConveyor

SkillsConveyor teaches you the basics of commissioning technical systems in a practical way. They assemble and wire mechanical and electrical components, test signals and rectify faults.

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You will learn how relay controllers work, build and test control circuits with contactors, relays, buttons and limit switches, and train troubleshooting.
You will deepen your knowledge of AC motors by wiring and operating motor controllers with protection and switching devices.

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You will also program simple control tasks with Siemens LOGO!, understand Boolean logic and demonstrate your skills in theory and practice.
Finally, you'll learn PLC programming, create programs for a conveyor belt, and integrate sensors to test your skills.

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Machine Learning in Automation Technology with SkillsConveyor

Together with SkillsConveyor and the IIOT Machine Learning Kit, you will be taught the basics of machine learning and applied in a practical way.

You will learn the basics of artificial intelligence and machine learning in image processing using a didactic production system. In addition, you will acquire practical knowledge in the application of folded neural networks (deep learning).

In addition, you will deal with the methods of supervised machine learning and then you will learn how to successfully use image classification in the field of computer vision.

Finally, you will learn how to retrofit and modernize systems as part of the IoT.