The Entrance Exam: Instrumentation and Control Technician Skill Path is designed to assess your knowledge and readiness for one of the most critical and foundational courses in automation and control systems. This test is the first step towards enrollment in the full Instrumentation and Control Techncian courses.

Eligibility

1. 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.
2. 1+ year of experience with repair of control network components.
3. Some experience with robotic systems maintenance, including robot, tool, hydraulic systems, and teach pendant.
4. SACA certification in a relevant area can be used as a substitute for some experience

This entrance exam evaluates your understanding of basic engineering principles, mathematics, and systems control to ensure you are prepared to dive into these advanced topics. An 80% or higher score is required to qualify for full course enrollment.

Introduction to Mechatronics is a self-paced online course. It gives an overview of the field of advanced manufacturing and an introduction to mechatronics. It is intended for learners with little experience who are interested in industrial and maintenance roles and a career in mechatronics. The course takes approximately 35 hours to complete, and learners can work at their own pace. A learner who spends 8 hours a week on this course will complete the course in approximately 4-5 weeks.

This free trial includes video content and two learning modules. You have a 14-day window from the time of enrollment to complete this free trial course, after which access to the course material will expire. For further information about the course, or any Unmudl course, please contact Unmudl Learner Support.

Introduction to Mechatronics

●      Advanced Manufacturing

●      Machine Operator Functions

●      Safety Responsibilities

●      Work Area, Machine, and Equipment Safety

●      Mathematics for Mechatronics

●      Measurement and Conversion

●      Print Reading

●      Mechanical Power

●      Electric Motor Control

●      Electrical Circuits

●      Fluid Power: Pneumatics and Hydraulics

Explore the high demand field of mechatronics. This free trial includes video content and two learning modules. You have a 14-day window from the time of enrollment to complete this free trial course, after which access to the course material will expire. For further information about the course, or any Unmudl course, please contact Unmudl Learner Support.

Following successful completion of the FREE TRIAL course, check out our Mechatronics for Equipment Maintenance course. The course is self-paced and offered online. It gives a thorough overview of the fundamentals of mechatronics and is intended for learners with some experience who are interested in industrial and maintenance roles and a career in mechatronics.

This course is aligned to SACA certification and explores the field of advanced manufacturing, including electrical, mechanical, motor control, and pneumatic content.

The course takes approximately 85 hours to complete, and learners can work at their own pace. A learner who spends 8 hours a week on this course will complete the course in approximately 10-11 weeks.

Next, put your knowledge to work with the Mechatronics and Robotics Maintenance: Virtual Lab, which includes troubleshooting, simulations for hands-on practice, and robotics content. In select locations, you may find a Mechatronics and Robotics Maintenance In-Person Lab course. To find out if your area is offering an In-Person Lab course or get notified when an In-Person Lab course is available, click here.

Launch your career as a multi-craft technician. Build job-ready skills and gain a certificate for an in-demand field.

This lab is held in-person on location in Georgia and follows the pre-requisite, Multi-Craft Technician: Level 1 (online).

Develop your technical knowledge and skills. Work with your hands in this instructor-led course. This course gives a strong foundation in the fundamentals of advanced manufacturing, including mathematics, safety, tools and components, measurement, technical drawings, electrical systems, and mechanical systems.

Launch your career as a multi-craft technician. Build job-ready skills and gain a certificate for an in-demand field.

This lab is held in-person on location in Georgia and follows the pre-requisite, Multi-Craft Technician: Level 1 (online).

Develop your technical knowledge and skills. Work with your hands in this instructor-led course. This course gives a strong foundation in the fundamentals of advanced manufacturing, including mathematics, safety, tools and components, measurement, technical drawings, electrical systems, and mechanical systems.

The Multi-Craft Skill Path includes:

• Multi-Craft Technician: Level 1 (online)
• Multi-Craft Technician: Level 1 Lab (in-person in Georgia)
• Multi-Craft Technician: Level 2 (online)
• Multi-Craft Technician: Level 2 Lab (in-person in Georgia)

Principles of Control Systems is a self-paced online course for learners who are interested in a career in control systems within the field of advanced manufacturing. A control systems technician, specialist, or leader is a highly-trained individual with knowledge, skills, and experience in a wide range of technical areas as well as good leadership and communication skills. A control systems technician has the ability to connect, commission, troubleshoot, and service control systems.

This course is aligned to SACA certification and the coursework for numerous SACA micro-credentials as well as the majority of the coursework for two SACA macro-credentials.

The course takes approximately 80 hours to complete, and learners can work at their own pace. A learner who spends 8 hours a week on this course will complete the course in approximately 10 weeks.

This free trial includes video content and two learning modules. You have a 14-day window from the time of enrollment to complete this free trial course, after which access to the course material will expire. For further information about the course, or any Unmudl course, please contact Unmudl Learner Support.

Principles of Control Systems

●      Electrical Systems

●      Electric Motor Control

●      Sensor Logic

●      Programmable Controller Systems and Troubleshooting

●      Pneumatic Systems

●      Ethernet Communications

●      Smart Sensor and Identification Systems

●      Smart Factory Systems

●      Working with AS-I and PROFIBUS Networks

●      Leadership and Communication