Sensor/FluidSIM

Sensor/FluidSIM is comprehensive software for creating, simulating, teaching and learning electropneumatic, electrohydraulic, digital and electronic circuits. The various program functions mesh seamlessly and link different media and sources of knowledge.

FluidSIM combines an intuitive circuit diagram editor with detailed descriptions of all components, component photos, sectional view animations and video sequences. The simulation software is ideal for preparing lessons, for use in lessons and for independent learning.

FluidSIM has already received several awards, including the Expert System Innovation Award, the Worlddidac Award and the German Educational Software Award. With more than 300,000 installations worldwide since 1995, FluidSIM is one of the most successful software packages in mechatronics training.

FS101 – FluidSIM - Virtual

This course covers basic knowledge about designing, testing, and simulating fluid power circuits.

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Target Group
All personnel involved with the training of pneumatic, electro-pneumatic hydraulic, electro-hydraulic, and programmable logic controllers.

Duration
2-½ days

Content
This course covers the following topics:

  • Integrated presentation software
  • Complete slide sets
  • Animated cutaway drawings
  • Short learning modules
  • Hands-on exercises

At the conclusion of the training, participants will be able to:

  • Navigate through the software
  • Design fluid power and PLC circuit diagrams
  • Simulate and test the circuit
  • Change circuit parameters, such as flow pressure, and component characteristics
  • Create lecturer and student training notes
  • Create customized presentations and libraries
  • Link the software to external equipment and machinery

Prerequisite
General knowledge

Location
Virtual

AUT121 – Principles of Sensor Technology

As manufacturing becomes increasingly automated, the understanding of sensors is critical. Sensors are used for a wide range of functions in automated systems, such as to measure pressure, force and distance, detect the presence and/or position of workpieces, and the completion of process steps. This course gives you an overview of sensor technology including the design and function of different types of sensors, their applications, and limitations.

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Target Group
All personnel involved with the design, installation, maintenance, operation, and servicing of automated processes.

Duration
16-hour course

Content

  • Basic physical principles and characteristic features in use
  • Sensor selection based on materials and ambient conditions
  • Terms and definitions in sensor technology
  • Design, function, and applications of different sensors for detecting presence, distance, travel, force and pressure, and material quality.
  • Industrial applications and realization
  • Technical data and limits on use of sensors
  • Connection technology and signal processing
  • Practical exercises and fault analysis

At the conclusion of this course, the participant will be able to:

  • Understand and explain various sensor terms and fundamental function
  • Select the proper sensor for an application, including Position Switches, Limit Switches, Reed Switches, Inductive Sensors, Capacity Sensors, Through Beam Sensors, Retro-Reflective Sensors, and Diffuse Sensors
  • Make electrical connections and test the sensor for proper operation
  • Troubleshoot, repair/replace a faulty sensor in optimize process efficiency

Prerequisites
Knowledge of Direct Current Technology (EL131)

Location
Mason, Ohio

AUT122 – Fundamental Principles of Smart Sensors

In today's connected manufacturing environment, smart sensors are essential for improving efficiency and enabling real-time data flow across all levels of Industry 4.0 systems. Using open protocols like IO-Link® and OPC UA, these sensors support IIoT integration by monitoring physical parameters and transmitting data to operators, technicians, and engineers.

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Target Groups
Maintenance technicians and engineers.

Duration
16-hour course

Content

  • Overview of Industry 4.0
  • Attributes and capabilities of smart sensors
  • IO-Link communication protocol
  • Smart inductive proximity sensors
  • Integration of smart sensors with PLCs.

At the conclusion of the training, the participant can:

  • Understand what Industry 4.0 is and recognize the crucial role smart sensors play in its implementation
  • Be aware of the key differences between smart sensors and traditional sensors, along with the advantages smart sensors provide
  • Grasp the operational principles of the most common sensor types: inductive proximity sensors, photoelectric sensors, and ultrasonic sensors
  • Become familiar with the communication protocols such as IO-Link and/or Profinet

Prerequisites
Basic knowledge DC Technology (EL111), AC Technology (EL121), Sensor Technology (AUT121) and PLC Fundamentals (PLC411 or PLC391)

Location
Mason, OH

AUT912 - Introduction to FluidSIM

Designed as a general introduction to the potential of this software tool, FluidSIM is versatile for preparing instruction in education institutions and vocational training, as an experimentation and self-learning system, and as a CAD system for the design and testing of control systems.

This course uses a combination of short learning modules and hands-on exercises to convert theory and understanding into practical based knowledge.

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Target Group
All personnel involved with the training of pneumatic, electro-pneumatic hydraulic, electro-hydraulic, and programmable logic controllers.

Duration
8-hour course

Content

  • Symbol Libraries
  • Design of circuits
  • Simulating and testing circuits
  • Creating faults
  • Creating Libraries
  • State Diagrams
  • Component animation
  • Working Principles
  • Exercises
  • Presentations
  • Extended presentations
  • Lesson plans
  • Student and Lecturer Notes
  • Educational Films
  • External Interfacing

At the conclusion of the training, participants will be able to:

  • Understand and navigate around the software freely
  • Understand and design fluid power and programmable logic controller circuit diagrams
  • Simulate and test these circuits
  • Change circuit parameters such as flow, pressure and component characteristics
  • Create lecturer and student training notes
  • Create tailored presentations
  • Create tailored libraries
  • Link the software to external equipment and machinery
  • Use videos in lesson plans
  • Install and de-install the software

Prerequisite
Knowledge of Pneumatics (PN111), Hydraulics (HY511), DC Technology (EL131), and AC Technology (EL141)

Location
Mason, Ohio