About the course

Week 1: Foundations of Automation

Session 1 (Tuesday): Introduction to Automation (3 hours)

• Understanding the significance of automation in modern industries
• Overview of the Festo CP Lab and its components
• Safety protocols and best practices

Session 2 (Thursday): Fundamentals of Control Systems (3 hours)

• Basics of control theory
• Open-loop vs. closed-loop control
• Hands-on exercises with the Festo CP Lab: Setting up your first control system

Week 2: PLC Programming Basics

Session 3 (Tuesday): Introduction to PLCs (3 hours)

• Introduction to PLCs and their applications
• Programming basics: ladder logic and function block diagrams
• Hands-on PLC programming with the Festo CP Lab

Session 4 (Thursday): Advanced PLC Programming (3 hours)

• Sequencing and timers in PLCs
• Data handling and memory management
• Practical exercises with PLC programming

Week 3: Sensors and Actuators

Session 5 (Tuesday): Types of Sensors (3 hours)

• Types of sensors and their applications
• Understanding sensor specifications
• Integrating sensors with the Festo CP Lab

Session 6 (Thursday): Actuators and Integration (3 hours)

• Types of actuators and their role in automation
• Practical integration of actuators
• Hands-on exercises with actuator control

Week 4: System Integration and Real-World Applications

Session 7 (Tuesday): System Integration (3 hours)

• Building a complete automation system
• Communication protocols and networking in automation
• Troubleshooting common automation issues

Session 8 (Thursday): Real-World Applications and Project Showcase (3 hours)

• Case studies and examples from various industries
• Group projects: Design, program, and test an automated system using the Festo CP Lab
• Course conclusion.

By the end of this 4-week course, participants will have gained in-depth knowledge and practical experience in automation using the Festo CP Lab, allowing them to confidently design, program, and troubleshoot automated systems. This extended course format allows for deeper exploration of automation concepts and more time for hands-on practice. Join us and become an automation expert over the course of four weeks!

Assessment

You will be assessed via a series of practical and theoretical scenarios.

Information About Fees

The cost for this course is £600.