Course Summary

This training course provides participants with knowledge and hands-on practice in both pneumatics and electro-pneumatics control systems as applied in the industry.
It covers the functions, structure, and applications of pneumatics and electro-pneumatics components, enabling participants to design, assemble, test, and troubleshoot systems effectively.

Methodology

• Competency-based training
• State-of-the-art teaching resources and facilities
• Individual and team skills development
• Video presentations
• Simulation and practical exercises

Duration

4 days / 28 hours

Audience

Maintenance staff, technicians, engineers, and trainers from pneumatics-related industries, manufacturing, and oil & gas sectors.

Prerequisites

General technical knowledge

Course Outcomes

• Understand the basic principles of compressed air generation, distribution, and preparation
• Comprehend the process and signal flow of electrical and pneumatics control systems
• Gain knowledge of electrical switching devices, sensors, pneumatics valves, and solenoid-operated valves
• Interpret symbolic representation of devices according to standards
• Analyze and interpret simple pneumatics and electro-pneumatics circuits
• Design, assemble, test, and troubleshoot basic pneumatics and electro-pneumatics circuits
• Be prepared for higher-level training in pneumatics and control systems

Course Outline

Lesson 1: Fundamentals of Pneumatic

• Skill 1.1: Understand compressed air generation, distribution, and preparation
• Skill 1.2: Identify the role of service units
• Skill 1.3: Explain the properties, advantages, and limitations of compressed air
• Skill 1.4: Recognize structural and signal flow of pneumatic systems

Lesson 2: Pneumatic Power Devices

• Skill 2.1: Differentiate between linear and rotary actuators
• Skill 2.2: Understand the construction and development of pneumatic valves
• Skill 2.3: Apply valve actuation methods (manual, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic)

Lesson 3: Pneumatic vs. Electro-Pneumatic Systems

• Skill 3.1: Compare basic pneumatic and electro-pneumatic control systems
• Skill 3.2: Develop and layout simple pneumatic circuits
• Skill 3.3: Develop and layout simple electro-pneumatic circuits

Lesson 4: Electrical Logic & Control

• Skill 4.1: Apply basic electrical logic functions (OR, AND, NOT, YES)
• Skill 4.2: Understand construction and function of electrical switching devices
• Skill 4.3: Integrate proximity sensors (magnetic, inductive, capacitive, optical)
• Skill 4.4: Use pneumatic and electrical limit switches effectively

Lesson 5: Circuit Applications

• Skill 5.1: Implement speed control circuits (supply/exhaust configuration)
• Skill 5.2: Apply quick exhaust valves
• Skill 5.3: Design pressure-dependent circuits
• Skill 5.4: Integrate timers and counters in pneumatics
• Skill 5.5: Apply pneumatic and electrical memory circuits

Lesson 6: Standards & Symbols

• Skill 6.1: Interpret ISO electrical and pneumatic symbols (ISO 1219)
• Skill 6.2: Read and understand schematic diagrams for pneumatics and electro-pneumatics

Certification

Certificate of Completion will be awarded

MBOT CPD

20 credit hours