Course Description

This course will cover the knowledge of operating principles of the various types of proximity and smart sensors used for handling and processing technology. Participants will be able to identify the various sensors and their applications in various industrial situations. Practical sessions on their usage will be provided.

Course Duration: 32 hours
WSQ course – with SkillsFuture funding up to 90%

Course Outcomes

Participants are able to:

• Identify the different types of industrial sensors
• Describe the functions, characteristics and uses of binary proximity sensors
• Describe the functions, characteristics and uses of analogue proximity sensors
• Describe the functions, characteristics and uses of smart sensors
• Understand the connection and circuit technology for sensors
• Wire up the sensors

Course Contents

• Fundamentals of sensors
• Binary proximity sensors
• Analogue proximity sensors
• Displacement sensors
• Force sensors
• Pressure sensors
• Connection and circuit technology
• Smart sensors
• Simulation and practical exercises