Description
Prepares individuals to install and test/commission industrial electrical control systems that incorporate programmable logic controllers (PLC), human machine interface (HMI) panels, and variable frequency AC drives (VFD). Key skills include: adhering to electronic installation safety rules, using proper PPE, reading wiring installation diagrams with PLCs/HMIs/VFDs; cabinet mounting PLCs/HMIs/VFDs, wire routing and grounding PLCs/HMIs/VFDs, soldering/de-soldering to component terminals and printed circuit boards, installing Modbus and Ethernet communications network, and installing analog input transmitters and analog sensors.
Details
If significant education or training is needed? No
If significant work experience is needed? No
Is an exam required? Yes
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? No
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No
Related Programs
15 Electronics programs on Career School App.
Electronics and Computer Technology
Diploma
Next start
Rolling enrollment
Duration
12 Months
58 quarter credits
Tuition
$21,750 for the Program
See all 15 Electronics programs →Suggested because Electronic Systems Installation 1 applies to Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.
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