Learn how to program and operate robotic equipment in a manufacturing facility, or gain skills such as 3D printing, machining and more.
Have an understanding of workplace safety including maintaining an awareness of the work environment, ensuring it's cleanliness, identifying potential hazards, awareness of emergency procedures and emergency exit routes. Students will also receive training on personal protective equipment (PPE), as well as basic safety precautions for working with robots.
Have an understanding of safety functionality, including the safe use of tools and machinery. Students will learn the importance of checklists when operating equipment and machinery.
Understand Blueprints and how to read them. Successful students should be able to read a basic blueprint and determine the critical features of a part to ensure proper installation and that quality standards are being met.
Have an understanding of basic electrical theory including electrical terminology and fundamental measures. Topics covered include Ohm's law, Watt's Law, amperage, voltage, resistance, and wattage. Students will also learn the basics of electrical hazards and safe work practices.
Have an understanding of the basics of programmable logic controllers (PLC's), their functions and operation. Students will learn the different types of PLC's and develop a basic understanding of how they are programmed.
Have an understanding of basic pneumatic theory. Students will learn the different components of pneumatic power systems, how they function and how pneumatics are integrated into Robotic systems.
Have an understanding of the most common applications of industrial automation and collaborative robotics, and how they work together. Students will learn basics of robotic components, including arms, end effectors and axes. Students will understand how axes are used to control robot movement.
Develop an understanding of sensors that provide feedback data to robots and be able to explain the categories of sensors and show how sensors are used in industrial and collaborative robotics.
Have learned the basics of robotic connectivity, including proper electrical and pneumatic connections, verification of connections, and how to make adjustments.
Develop an understanding of the fundamental concepts required for programming collaborative robots, including the use of the Pendant Controller, and Reteach Points. Students will create a program, install the program, save it, and backup the system.
Know the robot machine modes (automatic and manual), understand when each should be used, and know how to switch from one to the other quickly in the event of an emergency. Students will also understand how to operate the robot at variable speeds to identify mechanical issues and ensure the robot is operating safely in the work environment.
Develop a working understanding of the troubleshooting process and how to identify problems, including quality control issues, and their causes.
Learn how to start, stop, and clear errors that might occur during the operation of the robot, and develop an understanding of why the errors might have occurred.
Learn how to recover from a robot crash, understand why the crash occurred, and evaluate the robot to ensure the crash did not damage the system.
Gain a working understanding of the importance of maintenance, as well as when to call in a Maintenance Technician for repairs.
Learn the importance of personal interaction with customers and co-workers. Students will understand the need to focus on customer service and satisfaction.
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FANUC HandlingTool Operation and Programming Certification and/or Smart Automation Certification Alliance
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Basic math and general computer skills
Student guides, Collaborative Robots, Robotics Systems training panels and associated tools and equipment
Advanced Manufacturing Center.
90% attendance"Completion of all modules with a minimum score of 75% for each module."
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This course is intended for personnel who wish to be employed in an industry position that utilizes Collaborative Robotics Operators
Robotics Operator
This is a skills gap area for light manufacturing in Wake County that is dependent on skilled robotics operators to keep manufacturing systems operating.
Robotics Operator
Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | 312661 | 08/11/25 - 11/24/25 | BEC | 352.00 | 15 | Register |
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