CONTROL IN AUTOMATION SYSTEMS (42 HOURS)

Control in Automation Systems
  • We are revamping the full qualifications for the Graduate Diploma courses. Applicants can still sign up for the individual modules under the specialisations.

Introduction

The launch of the Industrial Transformation Maps by the Singapore government is encouraging and supporting the local industry to adopt robotics and automation technologies to advance manufacturing and improve work productivity. However, adoption of the automation technologies to realise effective automation solutions required deep knowledge and relevant skill sets.

This course focus on topics for various components (both hardware and software) required to set-up an automation control system, and perform motion profile design, planning and tuning to achieve specific performance indicators such as throughput or process repeatability or remote control and monitoring. Participants are trained to be equipped in competences of planning, using, designing and selecting components and systems for automation motion control systems.

Why This Course

  • Real-world projects implementation mimicking high throughput automation, robotics pick-and-place automation or local-remote control and monitoring are discussed and put into practice during sessions
  • Highly practical course content delivered in an intensive and interactive manner
  • Gain understanding on the latest automation technology for control, sensors and communications
  • Case studies highlighting applications of knowledge in manufacturing automations

Who Should Attend

This course targets at mechatronics/mechanical/electrical/control engineers, precision machines and automation systems designers and researchers, process engineers and plant supervisors related to manufacturing equipment and automation systems.


What You Will Learn

What You Will Learn

The course covers the following performance statements:
  • Script Programming for Automating Systems
  • Configuring for Local-Remote Control and Monitoring
  • Motion control for High-throughput Automation
  • Smart Sensors: Understanding the Specifications
  • Communication Devices Selection

Upon Completion of This Course

Upon Completion of this Course

Electronic Statement of Attainment (SOA) certificates will be issued by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) to participants who have attended and attained competency in the Singapore Skills Framework training modules. 

Participants must also meet the following criteria to receive their SOAs: 

  • Achieve at least 75% course attendance;
  • Take all assessments; and
  • Pass the course.

Find out more about the WSQ SOA certificate.

Note: Trainees will have to bear the full course fee upon failure to meet either one of the criteria.


Sample: Statement of Attainment (SOA) CertificateSSG SOA

Pre-Requisites, Full and Nett Course Fees

Pre-Requisites

  • Applicants should possess a degree in any discipline or a diploma with a minimum of 3 years of related working experience.
  • Applicants who do not have the required academic qualifications are still welcome to apply, but shortlisted candidates may be required to attend an interview for special approval.
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Full Course Fee

The full course fee for this module is $4,000 before funding and prevailing GST.

Nett Course Fee

International
Participants
Singapore Citizens aged 39 years and below, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders
Employer-sponsored and self-sponsored Singapore Citizens aged 40 years and above
(MCES) ²
SME-sponsored local employees (i.e Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders) (ETSS) ¹
$4,360$1,308$508
$508
All fees are inclusive of GST 9%.

Please note that fees and funding amount are subject to change.

  • Long Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holders
    The LTVP+ scheme applies to lawful foreign spouses of Singapore Citizens with (i) at least one Singapore Citizen child or are expecting one from the marriage, or at least three years of marriage, and (ii) where the Singapore Citizen sponsor is able to support the family.

    All LTVP+ holders can be identified with their green visit pass cards, with the word ‘PLUS’ printed on the back of the card.

    • ¹ Under the Enhanced Training Support for Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs) scheme (ETSS), subject to eligibility criteria shown below.

      SMEs that meet all of the following eligibility criteria:

      • Registered or incorporated in Singapore
      • Employment size of not more than 200 or with annual sales turnover of not more than $100 million

      SME-sponsored Trainees:

      • Must be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents.
      • Courses have to be fully paid for by the employer.
      • Trainee is not a full-time national serviceman. 

      Further Info: This scheme is intended for all organisations, including non-business entities not registered with ACRA e.g. VWOs, societies, etc. Only ministries, statutory boards, and other government agencies are NOT eligible under Enhanced Training Support for SMEs Scheme. Sole proprietorships which meet all of the above criteria are also eligible.

    Singaporeans aged 25 years old and above are eligible for SkillsFuture Credit which can be used to offset course fees (for self-sponsored registrations only).

    For more information on the SkillsFuture funding schemes you are eligible for, please visit www.skillsfuture.gov.sg


    How course fees are calculated

    TYPECATEGORY OF INDIVIDUALS
    International Participants Singapore Citizens aged 39 years and below, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ HoldersEmployer-sponsored and self-sponsored Singapore Citizens aged 40 years and above SME-sponsored local employees (i.e Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders)
    FUNDING SOURCE
    Not applicable for SkillsFuture Funding SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline)  SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) ²SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS) ¹
    Full Course Fee $4,000$4,000$4,000 $4,000 
    SkillsFuture FundingNot Applicable  ($2,800)($3,600)($3,600)
    Nett Course Fee$4,000$1,200$400$400
    GST 9%
    $360$108*$108*$108*
    Total Nett Course Fee Payable to Training Provider$4,360$1,308$508$508
    * Based on 30% of Full Course Fee

    Contact Us

    • For technical enquiries, please contact:

    Dr LIN Wei,
    Email: wlin@SIMTech.a-star.edu.sg

    Dr LI Xiaocong,
    Email: li_xiaocong@SIMTech.a-star.edu.sg

    • For general enquiries, please contact:

    Mr Joshua THONG,
    Email: cmthong@SIMTech.a-star.edu.sg


    Registration

    • Please register for this course through our Course Registration Form for Public Classes.
    • For the first question, please select Qn1: Modular Programmes (Under Specialisations).
    • Applicants will be placed on our waiting list if the course does not have an upcoming scheduled intake.
    • Once the next intake is confirmed to commence, SIMTech will contact the applicants to share the class information.

    Schedules

    WSQ Modules Skills Course Code Reference Training Period
    (Click on dates to view schedules)

    Registration Status 

    IA M1:

    • Apply Robotics for Manufacturing Automation (42 Hours)
    TGS-2019503417
    EVE24 Jun 2024 - 7 Aug 2024

    IA M2:

    • Automation Components and Systems for Advanced Manufacturing (42 hours)
    TGS-2019503415
    EVE15 Apr 2024 - 5 Jun 2024 The Apr 2024 intake is closed for registration.

    IA M3:

    • Control in Automation Systems (42 hours)
    TGS-2019504560 EVE12 Aug 2024 - 25 Sep 2024

    IA M4:

    • Automation Design and Simulation (42 hours)
    TGS-2019504747EVE19 Feb 2024 - 3 Apr 2024 The Feb 2024 intake is closed for registration.
    Sessions
    FD: Full day
    AM: Morning
    PM: Afternoon
    EVE: Evening