Motion Control Fundamentals

Introduction

This course provides technicians with an understanding of the concepts of motion control. In addition to learning motion control concepts and terminology, students will also receive a hands-on introduction to controlling axis motion by using Graphical Motion Control Language (GML) software and a training workstation.

In this hands-on environment, students will establish the foundation needed to attend other courses in the motion control curriculum.

How Will You Benefit

Upon completion of this programme, the participants will be able to :

• Identify the functionality of a motion control system
• Describe the hardware features of a motion control system
• Identify motion profiles
• Execute motion block commands using GML software

Who Should Attend

This program is suitable for individuals who need to develop a fundamental knowledge of motion control applications should attend this course. This course is appropriate for all levels of plant personnel: engineers, maintainers, and operators.

Methodology

This program is essentially participative. There will be group interaction, individual exercise, case studies, role-play, lectures and video / films.

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