Principles of Control Systems
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Launch your career as a Controls Expert. Build job-ready skills for an in-demand career with Amazon and earn a certificate. Experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
This is an 80-hour, self-paced online course that helps prepare learners for a career in control systems, for example as a Control Systems Technician, Control Systems Lead or Controls Expert in the field of mechatronics. Through this course, learners will develop their skills through formal learning and hands-on work with virtual simulations. The course gives a strong foundation in technical skills, industrial communication networks, and leadership and communication skills. Through this course, learners will also have completed a significant portion of the coursework for the SACA micro-credential, Certified Industry 4.0 Automation Systems Specialist.
In this course you will learn how to connect, upload, download, troubleshoot and replace motor controls and networks, and develop troubleshooting skills to ensure motor controls are working properly. In addition, this course focuses on tips and techniques for leading and communicating with teams.
What You'll LearnOn successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:Describe the role of a Controls Expert and the skills required to effectively work in this role.Demonstrate an understanding of safety and be ready to apply safe practices to the workplace.Explain electric circuits, electric motor control, and variable frequency drive systems. including function, operation, and troubleshooting.Understand the role, function, and operation of sensor logic systems and programmable controller syste...View moreCertificates
Skills you'll acquire
Skill Paths
Mechatronics and Robotics Maintenance
Knowledge Outcomes and Experience
- Electrical & Electronics Repairers, Commercial & Industrial Equipment
Course Content
Eligibility
- 2+ years of experience with Motor Controls (motor starts, variable frequency drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components) as well as troubleshooting/programming, including HMI components, Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) programs, and industrial electrical hands-on experience and troubleshooting.
- 1+ year of experience with repair of control network components.
- Some experience with robotic systems maintenance, including robot, tool, hydraulic systems, and teach pendant.
- SACA certification in a relevant area can be used as a substitute for some experience.
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