Free Siemens PLC Training Workshop, June 16-18

Siemens technology and processes are a staple in many Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) training programs – and for good reason. Siemens is a leader in motion control solutions that accelerate innovative and precise manufacturing processes.

To help educators build skills in leading edge industrial technologies, like PLC, Siemens is hosting a series of free summer workshops and we’re pleased to announce one of which is available to our local customers.

Here are the details:

When: June 16-18, 2015

Where: BridgeValley Community & Technical College (1201 Science Park Drive South Charleston WV 25303)

What: This will be a 3-day, technical, hands-on workshop that introduces school instructors from all levels to core industrial automation technologies.

The workshop will primarily focus on Siemens S7-1200 PLC and touch panel display featuring Siemens STEP 7 Professional V11 Portal software.  After completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Introduction to STEP7 Basic Portal
• Project set up and structures
• Hardware configuration and options
• Program organization and development
• Troubleshooting and editor tools
• Communication basics
• Display panel (HMI) project basics

All attendees will receive a complete starter-kit from Siemens including PLC and software.

Who can attend? All levels of schools instructors can attend – technical high schools through universities. These workshops are exclusively for educators! Siemens does ask that a maximum of 2 participants from any school participate because space is limited.

How much does it cost? All workshops are “tuition free” to qualified instructors, however  travel expenses are up to the participant.

Space is limited so be sure to register soon!

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