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Introduction Berkeley
Process Control offers a comprehensive array of training courses designed
to help users get the maximum benefit from our complete line of machine
control products. These classes provide information and hands-on experience
to train users in completing applications quickly, easily, and successfully.
These instructional programs are conducted at Berkeleys corporate
headquarters in the San Francisco Bay Area. Berkeley Process Control also
provides both standard and custom training at your facility.
Berkeleys training
programs are carefully structured and taught to assure your success in
machine design. Design strategies are presented and then utilized extensively
to solve hands-on classroom exercises. Engineering concepts become tangible
as students solve a variety of challenges typically encountered during
machine design and implementation. Small class sizes facilitate individual
attention, and, whenever possible, the training is personalized to address
participants specific needs.
Machine
Developers Training
TR-MW1
The Machine Developers seminar is designed to give new users a head
start in solving applications with Berkeleys revolutionary MachineWorks
integrated machine controller. MachineWorks allows machine designers, control
engineers, and machine maintenance personnel to quickly and easily complete
their control projects. Focusing on real-world applications, participants
are introduced to the entire line of Berkeley products, including MachineWorks
Controllers, touch-sensitive operator interfaces, AC brushless servo technology,
machine I/O, and Windows-NT® connectivity products.
Machine Developers Training is a 3-day class taught by one of our
highly trained engineers. Class hours are from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Registration
fee includes breakfast and lunch.
You will learn to:
Complete machine
hardware verification using QuickStart database within MachineWorks
Configure a machine
drive power enable circuit
Configure machine
homing
Configure and verify
connections for servo motors
Tune and diagnose
servo axes
Diagnose discrete
and analog I/O points
Develop multiple
operation modes
Fully understand
each of the MachineWorks steps provided in each controller
Understand use
of PID Loops
Use diagnostics
in order to optimize machine processes
Test and debug
MachineWorks software Course Outline
Configure a sample
machine
Troubleshoot the
hardware
Develop machine
operations
Debug the machine
software
Create documentation
of machine software
Course Materials
Binder containing
all materials presented
MachineWorks Development
Manual and Hardware Installation Manual
Fee: $1400/student.
MachineWorks System
Maintenance Training
TR-MW3
The MachineWorks System Maintenance class is designed to train maintenance
personnel on how to troubleshoot and diagnose the MachineWorks control
system. Each class is conducted at the customer site and is structured
to provide maintenance information for a specific machine. The class covers
hardware configurations and interconnections between MachineWorks system
equipment. Diagnosis of problems using QuickStart and custom MachineWorks
software is also covered. Hands-on exercises are provided to enable students
to isolate problems and effectively maintain their MachineWorks system.
MachineWorks System
Maintenance Training is a 2-day class taught by one of our highly trained
engineers. Class hours are from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Registration fee
includes breakfast and lunch.
You will learn to:
Verify hardware
configuration
Auto-tune servo
motors
Recognize and troubleshoot
machine and controller errors
Troubleshoot servo
motors and I/O
Course Outline
Structure of QuickStart
database
Structure of MachineWorks
software
Fundamentals of
hardware troubleshooting
Fundamentals of
machine troubleshooting
Review of selected
machine panel structure
Course Materials
Binder containing
all material presented
MachineWorks Development
Manual and Hardware Installation Manual
Advanced Parasol-II
Programming
TR-P2
The Advanced Parasol-II Programming course is designed primarily for two
groups of individuals: developers not using MachineWorks, and developers
who are continuing development of applications for the Series-64 or Series-32
machine controllers. The focus of this class is advanced programming concepts:
controller-to-controller networking, communications to external devices,
and operator interface design using Panelmaker. Also covered are servo
motor tuning, machine I/O use, and extensive use of the Parasol-II programming
language.
Parasol II Programming
Training is a 5-day class taught by one of our highly trained engineers.
Class hours are from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Registration fee includes
breakfast and lunch.
You will learn to:
Program using Parasol-II
Develop Panelmaker
screens
Configure a machine
drive power enable circuit
Configure machine
homing configurations
Configure and verify
connections for servo motors
Tune and diagnose
servo axes
Course Outline
Configure a sample
machine
Troubleshoot the
hardware
Develop machine
operations
Debug the machine
software
Create documentation
of machine software
Course Materials
Binder containing
all materials presented
Series-64 Command
Reference and Development Manual
Fee: $1,750/student
Custom Classes
Berkeley Process Controls extensive training program provides custom
classes to meet your special needs. Custom classes can be scheduled at
Berkeley Process Control or at your company. Classes can be customized
for operator, maintenance, or machine developer personnel. Operator training
classes can be designed to explain operation panels and system warning
messages. Custom maintenance training can describe machine faults and
troubleshooting techniques. Machine Developer training can be customized
for developers. Other topicsmanaging change orders, developing specifications,
and software structurecan also be covered.
Fee: Custom
courses require a minimum of four students. The costs for these courses
are $1000, plus $1000 per day, plus $200 per student and the instructors
travel expenses. Depending on the type of class, there may be additional
preparation fees.
Registration: A
purchase order is required to reserve space in each class. Class sizes
are small and early enrollment is advised. Fees are due 3 weeks in advance
to guarantee enrollment in a specific class.
To obtain additional
information about the classes, call the Applications Engineering Department
at Berkeley Process Control, 510-222-8004.
Return Materials Authorization
You may initiate the return process for either repairing or upgrading Berkeley equipment by entering the required information in this on-line form. You will immediately receive an email with a return authorization number. You will also be contacted in the next business day with a repair or upgrade price estimate.