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POSTGRADUATE STUDIES
Edition 1 – 2022/2023 COMPLETED
AUTOMATION, ROBOTICATION AND DIGITIZATION OF PRODUCTION PROCESSES (ARICPP)
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NEWS
06.06.2023
Completion of defenses of theses at the ARiCPP postgraduate studies
The defenses of the final theses in the postgraduate program "Automation, Robotization, and Digitization of Production Processes" have been completed. On May 27th and June 3rd, all participants defended their theses at the EMT-Systems Engineering Training Center in Gliwice. The theses met the established criteria and demonstrated the high level of expertise in their topics, which fall within the field of automation, robotization, and digitization of production processes. ...
The defenses were unusual by academic standards. Each student prepared a paper in the area of industrial automation and control. They then presented it to the entire group of students and the program director.
Prof. Jerzy Świder, PhD, DSc, Eng., Head of Postgraduate Studies, has decided to supervise all theses for this experimental cohort. In subsequent semesters, these supervisors will also supervise the work of individual specializations.
In this way, after 9 months of classes and a two-day defense session, having the character and level of a scientific conference for doctoral students, 22 participants of the ARiCPP postgraduate studies fulfilled all the requirements necessary to obtain a certificate of completion of studies conducted by the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of the Silesian University of Technology and the company EMT-Systems Engineering Training Center.
The ceremonial presentation of certificates and diplomas and admission to the group of University Graduates is planned for the beginning of July.
We would like to thank the participants, the lecturers, the representatives of the Silesian University of Technology represented by Prof. Anna Timofiejczuk, Prof. Jerzy Świder, and our partners – Siemens, TEKNISKA, APAGroup, the Katowice Special Economic Zone, and the Silesia Automotive & Advanced Manufacturing Cluster.
Recruitment for the second edition of the studies is underway. All details are available on the website – ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies 2023/24 Edition
01.09.2022
Another meeting of students of the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies
Another session for students of the Automation, Robotics, and Digitization of Production Processes Postgraduate Program has concluded. Participants attended a lecture on the fundamentals of industrial automation, which contrasted common concepts of practical automation with the roots of this field – concepts of operator and spectral transfer functions, Laplace transforms, signal flow graph algebra, spectral analysis, and controller classification....
The second lecture concerned practical issues in the field of industrial pneumatics, and the audience also had the opportunity to perform various exercises involving the programming of KUKA and ABB robots.
01.09.2022
Inauguration and first classes of ARiCCP
On Saturday, October 8th, the inauguration and first classes of the Postgraduate Studies in Automation, Robotics and Digitization of Production Processes took place. The official opening ceremony, led by Prof. Anna Timofiejczuk, Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of the Silesian University of Technology and Prof. Jerzy Świder, Head of Studies at ARiCPP, took place in the Meeting Room at the Faculty of MT. ...
During the presentation of the university and faculty, students had the opportunity to familiarize themselves with all the necessary organizational information. EMT-Systems was represented Piotr Podgorski, who presented the lecture staff recommended and co-created by our center during the meeting. Representatives of the program's patrons also participated in the inauguration – Tekniska Poland, APA Group, Siemens Poland, Industry 4.0 Center of the Silesian University of Technology and Katowice Special Economic Zone.
After the inauguration A group of 24 listeners moved to the EMT-Systems headquarters, where the first classes in the field were held controller programming PLC Mitsubishi and Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500.
The organization of ARiCCP studies is the result of a joint idea of the Rector of the Silesian University of Technology Prof. Arkadiusz Mężyk and the President of EMT-Systems Prof. Grzegorz Wszołek.
We wish all listeners good luck and perseverance in gaining knowledge.
01.09.2022
Schedule – key dates
- First round of ARICCP enrollment: June 06, 2022, 12:00 p.m. – August 24, 2022, 15:00 p.m.
- 2nd round of recruitment for ARICCP studies: August 29, 2022, 12:00 PM – September 28, 2022, 15:00 PM
- Start of recruitment for the OPEN project: September 15, 2022, 10:00 AM
- ARICCP Start Date: October 8, 2022, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
26.04.2022
A unique offer of postgraduate studies
We invite you to familiarize yourself with the offer of Postgraduate Studies in the field of "Automation, robotization and digitization of production processes".
This is a unique offer on the education market, the first of its kind in Poland. The proposed studies were developed based on the experience of two institutions – the Silesian University of Technology and the training company EMT-Systems Engineering Training Center. Our distinguishing features include:...
- Obtaining Diploma Silesian University of Technology, a state-owned, renowned academic research university.
- Recognized lecturers – experienced academic teachers and trainers with extensive industrial practice.
- Individual implementation of many practical exercises in modern laboratories.
- Attractive and unique interesting items meeting the needs of the modern labor market.
- Comfortable and adapted to the needs of working people timetable implementation of classes.
- Support from recognized industrial partners.
- 2 semesters, 22 days of study, 220 hours of classes, 20 participants in the group.
- Valuable bonuses.
Official registration will open in June recruitment website of the Silesian University of Technology.
We invite you to apply now. We'll reserve your spot in the group we're creating and let you know when the official recruitment process begins.
Head of Postgraduate Studies at ARiCPP:
- Prof. Dr. hab. Eng. Jerzy Świder
- jerzy.swider@polsl.pl
- tel .: 32 237 27 69 and 608 552 400
ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies Coordinator on behalf of EMT-Systems Engineering Training Center:
- Piotr Podgórski, Director of Planning, Organization and Product Development
- piotr.podgorski@emt-systems.pl
- by phone: 505 439 465
PROGRAM
We present a list of subjects taught during the Postgraduate Studies "Automation, robotization and digitization of production processes".
We invite you to expand the tab and read the details about each item.
SEMESTER 1 – Edition 1
Scope of the subject:
- Basic concepts and terms of industrial automation.
- Classification of automatic control systems. Open and closed systems.
- Feedback.
- Analytical description of automatic control components and systems.
- Modeling methods. Differential equations of motion.
- Classification of extortions.
- Laplace transform.
- Basic elements of automatic control systems: inertial, first-order, second-order, integrating, differentiating, delaying.
- Characteristics of the elements of ar systems: static, dynamic, time, frequency, amplitude and phase.
- Transfer function of the automatic control system element.
- Block diagrams of ar systems. Block diagram algebra. Signal flow graphs of automatic control systems. Signal flow graph algebra.
- Transfer functions of one-dimensional and multidimensional systems.
- Basics of spectral analysis.
- Spectral transmittance of the system.
- Classification and description of control objects.
- Regulators. Structure and classification of regulators. Classification of continuous-action regulators: proportional, integral, proportional-integral, proportional-derivative, proportional-integral-derivative.
- Operator transfer function of the PID controller.
- The response of the PID controller to a given standard control error signal.
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knowledge and understanding of automation, robotics, and mechatronics concepts necessary to understand the operation of modern devices. Knowledge of the processes occurring in the life cycle of devices, objects, and technical systems, as well as the methods, techniques, tools, and materials used to solve typical engineering tasks.
- Knows and understands the theoretical foundations of automation as a field of science dealing with the control of various processes, mainly technological and industrial.
- Is able to identify and formulate verbally and mathematically various engineering problems related to industrial automation and robotics by applying the principles of science and engineering and technical knowledge.
- He can mathematically model dynamic systems, including control systems, as well as synthesize, analyze and optimize them in the frequency domain and the time domain.
- Is willing to adhere to the principles of professional ethics and is aware of the importance and understanding of non-technical aspects and consequences of engineering activities.
- Is ready to critically evaluate the knowledge acquired, and recognizes the importance of reaching out to experts for knowledge and opinions when faced with difficulties in solving a problem on their own.
- Is ready to independently expand knowledge in the field of automation, necessary for the conscious design and use of automated systems, and understands the need for continuous such studies.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Prof. Dr. hab., Eng. Jerzy Świder
Scope of the subject:
- The idea of controlling processes and machines based on a PLC controller
- First project on TIA Portal
- Basic PLC diagnostics
- Principles of creating programs in the ladder logic language LAD
- Logical operations in a PLC controller
- Types of controller memory areas
- Monitoring and testing programs
- Passing values between parameters
- Monitoring and modifying variables
- Creating backups
- Project archiving
- Formatting CPU memory
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knows and understands the principles of process and machine control using PLC logic controllers.
- Knows and understands the principles of automatic device control using logic controllers and modern frequency converters.
- Knows and understands the capabilities of various operator panels and PLC controllers.
- Is able to independently acquire knowledge and develop professional skills, using various sources (in native and foreign languages) and modern technologies.
- Is willing to adhere to the principles of professional ethics and is aware of the importance and understanding of non-technical aspects and consequences of engineering activities.
- is ready to critically evaluate the knowledge he possesses, recognizes the importance of reaching for the knowledge and opinion of experts in case of difficulties in solving a problem on his own.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Marcin Podsiadły, M.Sc. Eng.
Scope of the subject:
- Possibilities of designing control systems using Mitsubishi MELSEC-Q controllers
- GX Works 2 environment structure
- Configuring the connection to the Q controller
- CPU parameterization
- Addressing input and output modules
- Basic commands that build the logic of the control program
- Controller duty cycle Q
- Possibilities of entering comments
- Tools supporting monitoring of controller operation
- Global and local labels
- Working with binary variables
- Q Controller Error Diagnostics
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knows and understands the principles of process and machine control using PLC logic controllers.
- Knows and understands the principles of automatic device control using logic controllers and modern frequency converters.
- Knows and understands the capabilities of various operator panels and PLC controllers.
- Is able to independently acquire knowledge and develop professional skills, using various sources (in native and foreign languages) and modern technologies.
- Is willing to adhere to the principles of professional ethics and is aware of the importance and understanding of non-technical aspects and consequences of engineering activities.
- Is ready to critically evaluate the knowledge acquired, and recognizes the importance of reaching out to experts for knowledge and opinions when faced with difficulties in solving a problem on their own.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Marcin Podsiadły, M.Sc. Eng.
Scope of the subject:
- Basic executive systems
- Application of Boolean logic in industrial automation systems
- Division into sensors and actuators
- Automation of discrete vs. continuous processes
- Control system programming languages
- Introduction to the IEC 61131-3 standard
- Rules for correct coding in languages: IL, LD, FBD, SFC and ST
- Introduction to the CoDeSys v2.3 programming environment
- Creation and analysis of control programs and visualizations
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knows and understands the principles of process and machine control using PLC logic controllers.
- Knows and understands the principles of automatic device control using logic controllers and modern frequency converters.
- Knows and understands the capabilities of various operator panels and PLC controllers.
- Is able to independently acquire knowledge and develop professional skills, using various sources (in native and foreign languages) and modern technologies.
- Is willing to adhere to the principles of professional ethics and is aware of the importance and understanding of non-technical aspects and consequences of engineering activities.
- Is ready to critically evaluate the knowledge acquired, and recognizes the importance of reaching out to experts for knowledge and opinions when faced with difficulties in solving a problem on their own.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Dr. Eng. Piotr Michalski
Scope of the subject:
- Safety of work with and on the robot - safe work procedures during programming and automatic operation.
- Operator Panel (KCP). Design and functions. Options available in the operator-level menu.
- Moving the manipulator using the direction and buttons (coordinate systems, moving the manipulator axes in manual mode, executing a program).
- Determining coordinate systems (tools and bases).
- Robot path programming – PTP, LIN and CIRC movements.
- Manual and program control of digital signals (OUT, PULSE).
- Parameterization of motion instructions.
- Program execution in manual and AUTO mode.
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knows and understands the basic principles of configuring a robotic station, containing the necessary tools and machines from various manufacturers.
- Knows and understands the basic principles of configuring robot tools and the machines the robot operates.
- It can run industrial robots from various leading manufacturers.
- Can describe the design and operation of a robot system from any manufacturer.
- Can program a robot from any manufacturer online at a basic level.
- Is willing to adhere to the principles of professional ethics and is aware of the importance and understanding of non-technical aspects and consequences of engineering activities.
- Is ready to critically evaluate the knowledge acquired, and recognizes the importance of reaching out to experts for knowledge and opinions when faced with difficulties in solving a problem on their own.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Tomasz Nowak, M.Sc. Eng.
Scope of the subject:
- Safety systems used in industrial robotics
- Stages of launching robotic production
- Robot work safety - general rules
- Safe operation in manual mode
- Operation and controls on the robot cabinet elements
- Joystick operation
- Moving the robot along the axes
- Linear robot movement and reorientation
- Description of industrial robot programming
- Program structure in RAPID language
- Creating your own procedures
- Types of movement points
- Axle movement instructions
- Linear motion instructions
- Parameterizing motion instructions
- Correcting position
- Modification of programs
- Testing the changes made
- Robot input and output system
- Input Output Preview
- Robot Backup
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knows and understands the basic principles of configuring a robotic station, containing the necessary tools and machines from various manufacturers.
- Knows and understands the basic principles of configuring robot tools and the machines the robot operates.
- It can run industrial robots from various leading manufacturers.
- Can describe the design and operation of a robot system from any manufacturer.
- Can program a robot from any manufacturer online at a basic level.
- Is willing to adhere to the principles of professional ethics and is aware of the importance and understanding of non-technical aspects and consequences of engineering activities.
- Is ready to critically evaluate the knowledge acquired, and recognizes the importance of reaching out to experts for knowledge and opinions when faced with difficulties in solving a problem on their own.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Wojciech Szulc, M.Sc., Eng.
Scope of the subject:
- Introduction to industrial communication networks,
- Overview of standard communication protocols used in industry, using the example of networks:
- ProfiBus
- ProfiNET
- EtherCAT
- Modbus RTU and TCP
- ASi
- Summary and comparison of Profibus, ProfiNET, EtherCAT, Modbus, ASi standards
- Configuration, data exchange and basic diagnostics in networks:
- ProfiBus
- ProfiNET
- EtherCAT
- Modbus RTU and TCP
- ASi
- Development opportunities for industrial communication networks within the fourth industrial revolution Industry 4.0
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knows and understands the general operation of PROFINET and PROFIBUS industrial information networks.
- Can independently configure PROFINET and PROFIBUS networks at a basic level.
- Is willing to adhere to the principles of professional ethics and is aware of the importance and understanding of non-technical aspects and consequences of engineering activities.
- Is ready to critically evaluate the knowledge acquired, and recognizes the importance of reaching out to experts for knowledge and opinions when faced with difficulties in solving a problem on their own.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Dr. Eng. Piotr Świszcz
Scope of the subject:
- SCADA Systems – Introduction
- SCADA configuration
- Creating a new project for the controller and visualization
- Configuration of the S7-1500 controller from which information for visualization will be retrieved
- Configuring the visualization connection to the PLC controller
- Configuration of variables in WinCC visualization
- Creating visualization screens, switching between screens
- Graphic objects on the basis of which the visualization is created - dynamic changes in the appearance of objects based on the values of process variables
- Ready-made graphic symbols, edit fields, text and graphic lists
- Basic events of visualization objects - reaction to a mouse click on a graphical object, basic library functions connected to events
- Process alarm handling
- Support for archiving variables, presenting archived values on time charts
- Configuration of visualization system users - protection against access by unauthorized persons
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knows and understands the principles of process and machine control using PLC logic controllers
- Knows and understands archiving and reporting systems in SCADA software.
- Knows and understands the capabilities of various operator panels and PLC controllers.
- Can create simple visualizations that verify access levels to selected operations.
- Can create simple screens based on lists, Faceplate objects, VB scripts, loops.
- Can configure the basic PLC and HMI operator panel layout.
- Is willing to adhere to the principles of professional ethics and is aware of the importance and understanding of non-technical aspects and consequences of engineering activities.
- Is ready to critically evaluate the knowledge acquired, and recognizes the importance of reaching out to experts for knowledge and opinions when faced with difficulties in solving a problem on their own.
- Is ready to independently expand knowledge in the field of automation, necessary for the conscious design and use of automated systems, and understands the need for continuous such studies.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Andrzej Kasprzycki, M.Sc. Eng.
Scope of the subject:
- Introduction to Siemens TIAPortal.
- Creating a new project.
- S7-1200 PLC configuration.
- Preparing the TIA Portal project for the Basic panel.
- Using the wizard for the HMI panel.
- Basic elements of visualization.
- Configuration, editing and creation of boards.
- Object animations – Display (Appearance, Visibility) and Movement.
- Diagrams.
- ProSave support.
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knows and understands the principles of process and machine control using PLC logic controllers
- Knows and understands archiving and reporting systems in SCADA software.
- Can configure the basic layout of PLC controllers and HMI operator panels.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Marcin Podsiadły, M.Sc. Eng.
Scope of the subject:
- Definition of pneumatics, pneumatic control and drive.
- Physical basics of pneumatics.
- Advantages and disadvantages of using pneumatic systems compared to hydraulic or electric systems.
- Symbolism and nomenclature of pneumatic components.
- Construction and division of compressors.
- Principle of operation and components of the air preparation system.
- Principles of designing pneumatic systems.
- Construction and operation of control elements: flow direction control; pressure control; flow rate control of the working medium.
- Pneumatic actuators in linear and rotary motion: piston; diaphragm; bag and others.
- Practical application of electropneumatics in technological processes.
- Direct and indirect control.
- Health and safety rules in pneumatics.
- Recording the operation of the system using an operation cyclogram and a graph.
- Analysis and synthesis of selected pneumatically controlled technological processes. Computer programs supporting the design and simulation of systems.
- Control of electropneumatic systems using a PLC programmable logic controller.
- The following topics will be covered during laboratory classes:
- automation of selected technological processes,
- conducting an analysis of the operation of the designed system,
- preparation of documentation of the created system (operation cycle diagram, graph, system diagram),
- carrying out the synthesis according to the assumed action cycle,
- computer simulation in the FluidSIM program,
- creating complex control functions using Boolean logic
- minimizing Boolean functions, creating a state table.
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knowledge and understanding of automation, robotics, and mechatronics concepts necessary to understand the operation of modern devices. Knowledge of the processes occurring in the life cycle of devices, objects, and technical systems, as well as the methods, techniques, tools, and materials used to solve typical engineering tasks.
- Knows and understands the theoretical foundations of automation as a field of science dealing with the control of various processes, mainly technological and industrial.
- Can identify pneumatic and electropneumatic components used in industry.
- Can design any pneumatic/electropneumatic system.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Dr. DSc, Eng Andrzej Wróbel
Scope of the subject:
- Discussion of the current structure of the Silesian University of Technology, the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and the EMT-Systems Engineering Training Center.
- Discussion of the principles of acquiring and using professional titles, academic degrees, and academic titles.
- Discussion of positions and functions performed at universities.
- Presentation of the principles regarding the structure of the final thesis in postgraduate studies and its editing.
- Intellectual property protection.
- Preparing the Participant to present the results of his/her final work to the committee.
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knows and understands issues related to the structure of the Silesian University of Technology, the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and the EMT-Systems Engineering Training Center.
- Knows and understands the principles of acquiring and using professional titles, academic degrees, and academic titles.
- Knows the rules regarding the structure of a final paper in postgraduate studies and the rules for its editing.
- Understands the need to protect the intellectual property of other authors when creating one's own final work.
- He is prepared to present the results of his final work to the committee.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Prof. Dr. hab. Eng. Jerzy Świder
SEMESTER 2 – Edition 1
Scope of the subject:
- Controllability and observability.
- Nyquist characteristics and Bode characteristics.
- Stability of dynamic systems.
- Stability criteria of control systems: Hurwitz, Mikhailov, Nyquist.
- Stability analysis of open and closed control systems.
- State variables. Phase state variables. Equation of state.
- Modeling dynamic systems in state space.
- The relationship between the transfer function and the equations of state.
- Transformation of operator transfer functions into state equations.
- Transformation of state equations into the form of an operator transfer function.
- Analysis of a control system in the time domain using state equations.
- Control system quality. Quality assessment criteria for linear control systems. Quality indicators.
- Static accuracy of linear control systems.
- Steady state error.
- Dynamic quality of linear control systems. Control quality assessment by: examining step response parameters, integral criteria, frequency criteria, and methods of geometric pole loci of the operator transfer function.
- Stability margin and its evaluation. Module margin and phase margin.
- Description of the control system with a PID controller and the selection of its parameters in accordance with the adopted control quality criteria.
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knowledge and understanding of automation, robotics, and mechatronics concepts necessary to understand the operation of modern devices. Knowledge of the processes occurring in the life cycle of devices, objects, and technical systems, as well as the methods, techniques, tools, and materials used to solve typical engineering tasks.
- Knows and understands the theoretical foundations of automation as a field of science dealing with the control of various processes, mainly technological and industrial.
- Is able to identify and formulate verbally and mathematically various engineering problems related to industrial automation and robotics by applying the principles of science and engineering and technical knowledge.
- He can mathematically model dynamic systems, including control systems, as well as synthesize, analyze and optimize them in the frequency domain and the time domain.
- Is willing to adhere to the principles of professional ethics and is aware of the importance and understanding of non-technical aspects and consequences of engineering activities.
- Is ready to critically evaluate the knowledge acquired, and recognizes the importance of reaching out to experts for knowledge and opinions when faced with difficulties in solving a problem on their own.
- Is ready to independently expand knowledge in the field of automation, necessary for the conscious design and use of automated systems, and understands the need for continuous such studies.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Prof. Dr. hab. Eng. Jerzy Świder
Scope of the subject:
- Safety rules at robotic workstations
- Basic rules for safe work with an industrial robot
- Construction of an industrial robot (basic knowledge)
- iPendant – basic functions
- Possibilities of using industrial robots
- Controlling the robot in manual mode
- Moving the robot in the following modes: joint, word, tool
- Online programming
- Creating a new program and editing an existing one, managing programs
- Movement instruction and editing its parameters
- Running the program in manual mode
- Safely stop, modify, and restart the robot program
- Program instructions
- Loops, labels
- IF conditional statements
- Input/output support
- Numeric registers
- Starting the program in automatic mode
- Manual point manipulation
- Backup of programs and system files
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knows and understands the basic principles of configuring a robotic station, containing the necessary tools and machines from various manufacturers.
- Knows and understands the basic principles of configuring robot tools and the machines the robot operates.
- It can run industrial robots from various leading manufacturers.
- It can run industrial robots from various leading manufacturers.
- Can describe the design and operation of a robot system from any manufacturer.
- Can program a robot from any manufacturer online at a basic level.
- Is willing to adhere to the principles of professional ethics and is aware of the importance and understanding of non-technical aspects and consequences of engineering activities.
- Is ready to critically evaluate the knowledge acquired, and recognizes the importance of reaching out to experts for knowledge and opinions when faced with difficulties in solving a problem on their own.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Karol Franc, M.Sc. Eng.
Scope of the subject:
- Safety of work with and on the robot - safe work procedures during programming and automatic operation.
- Operator Panel (KCP). Design and functions. Options available in the operator-level menu.
- Safety rules at robotic stations:
- Basic principles of safe work with an industrial robot.
- Construction of an industrial robot (basic knowledge):
- Teach Pendant – basic functions.
- Robot control in manual mode:
- Moving the robot in the following modes: joint, word, tool.
- Inputs/Outputs – simulation of inputs and issuing outputs.
- Online programming:
- Creating a new program and editing an existing one.
- Types of robot movements, parameterization of movement instructions.
- Running the program in manual mode.
- Safely stop, modify and restart the robot program.
- Starting the program in automatic mode.
- Coordinate systems - creation and modification:
- Tools (Tool Frames).
- User Frames.
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knows and understands the basic principles of configuring a robotic station, containing the necessary tools and machines from various manufacturers.
- Knows and understands the basic principles of configuring robot tools and the machines the robot operates.
- It can run industrial robots from various leading manufacturers.
- Can describe the design and operation of a robot system from any manufacturer.
- Can program a robot from any manufacturer online at a basic level.
- Is willing to adhere to the principles of professional ethics and is aware of the importance and understanding of non-technical aspects and consequences of engineering activities.
- Is ready to critically evaluate the knowledge acquired, and recognizes the importance of reaching out to experts for knowledge and opinions when faced with difficulties in solving a problem on their own.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Tomasz Nowak, M.Sc. Eng.
Scope of the subject:
- Definitions and characteristics of drives:
- Classic electric drives.
- Servo drive, mechatronic drive.
- Construction and operation of electric motors:
- DC motor.
- AC motor.
- Electrical power.
- Power supply systems in industrial electric drives.
- Direct.
- Star-triangle.
- soft start.
- Frequency converter (basic configuration in practice).
- Control in electric drives with frequency converter:
- Automatic adjustment of motion parameters (scalar mode, vector mode).
- Sensors for speed and position control.
- Braking.
- Basic issues in the diagnostics of industrial electric drives
- Diagnostic quantities.
- Monitoring and archiving of operating parameters using charts.
- Identification of irregularities in frequency converter systems.
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knows and understands the issues in the field of automation, robotics and mechatronics, necessary to understand the operation of modern devices.
- Knows the processes occurring in the life cycle of devices, objects and technical systems as well as the methods, techniques, tools and materials used to solve typical engineering tasks.
- Knows and understands the principles of process and machine control using PLC logic controllers.
- Knows and understands the principles of automatic device control using logic controllers and modern frequency converters.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: M.Sc. Eng. Julian Malaka
Scope of the subject:
- The machine from a systemic perspective.
- Tools for recognizing the states of an industrial process or machine operation.
- Division of diagnostic methods.
- Recommendations for obtaining diagnostic signals from machines. TPM - Total Productive Maintenance.
- Objectives of introducing TPM.
- Losses caused by failures and reasons for downtime.
- TPM and TQM – differences and similarities.
- Methods of exploitation.
- TPM implementation. TPM metrics. TPM implementation stages.
- Autonomous Maintenance.
- Important elements in machine monitoring.
- ADMA method in TPM-related applications.
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knows and understands the principles of process and machine control in the context of optimizing their operation and lifecycle management.
- Knows and understands the concept of Industry 4.0 (Industry of the Future), virtual twin and virtual commissioning.
- Knows and understands the mechanisms for the correct implementation and application of the TPM methodology.
- Is able to independently acquire knowledge and develop professional skills, using various sources (in native and foreign languages) and modern technologies.
- He is ready to animate activities in the area of Industry 4.0, using various business models.
- Is ready to critically evaluate the knowledge acquired, and recognizes the importance of reaching out to experts for knowledge and opinions when faced with difficulties in solving a problem on their own.
- Is able to obtain information from literature and other sources about new technologies, evaluate it, select it and use it.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Dr. Hab. Eng. Mariusz Hetmańczyk
Scope of the subject:
- Industrial Networks, Process and ICS Components
- Overview of industrial network components
- Introduction to the PERA Model
- Introduction to Ethernet-based industrial networks
- ISO/OSI network model and native protocols for each layer
- Ethernet Communication – The Basics
- Communication in higher layers L3 and L4
- Industrial Protocols Overview
- Attacks on industrial systems
- Vulnerabilities in ICS protocols and components
- ICS Kill Chain – attack phases and examples of successful attacks
- Possibilities of defensive actions
- Architecture
- Passive protection
- Active protection
- Intelligence activities
- Offensive actions
- Active Cybersecurity Cycle
- Overview of standards and good practices
- IEC 62443 standard
- Act on the KSC, RCB materials
- Exercise 1 - Inventory of ICS system resources
- Exercise 2 – Monitoring Network Security
- Exercise 3 – Secure ICS Architecture
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knowledge and understanding of automation, robotics, and mechatronics concepts necessary to understand the operation of modern devices. Knowledge of the processes occurring in the life cycle of devices, objects, and technical systems, as well as the methods, techniques, tools, and materials used to solve typical engineering tasks.
- Knows and understands the principles of cybersecurity for industrial networks.
- Can run network infrastructure monitoring in the IDS system.
- Is able to use knowledge regarding: Industry 4.0, risk management, business decisions.
- Is willing to adhere to the principles of professional ethics and is aware of the importance and understanding of non-technical aspects and consequences of engineering activities.
- Is ready to critically evaluate the knowledge acquired, and recognizes the importance of reaching out to experts for knowledge and opinions when faced with difficulties in solving a problem on their own.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: MSc Eng Stefan Bednarczyk
Scope of the subject:
- Basic cybersecurity terms and concepts:
- Confidentiality, integrity, availability, non-repudiation, accountability.
- Threats, attacks, resources.
- Risk, vulnerabilities.
- Minimum privileges and separation of duties, multi-layered protection.
- Types of cyber threats and attacks:
- Malware.
- Social engineering attacks.
- Threats originating from within the organization.
- Causes of threats.
- Phases of a cyberattack:
- Kill chain.
- Mitre ATT&CK model.
- Overview of successful attacks.
- Techniques and principles of securing IT systems in accordance with defense-in-depth:
- Physical security.
- Authentication, authorization, access control.
- Continuous network monitoring, intrusion detection systems.
- Firewalls and intrusion prevention systems.
- Network segmentation.
- Antivirus systems.
- Hardening systems.
- Cryptographic solutions.
- Standards and good practices.
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knowledge and understanding of automation, robotics, and mechatronics concepts necessary to understand the operation of modern devices. Knowledge of the processes occurring in the life cycle of devices, objects, and technical systems, as well as the methods, techniques, tools, and materials used to solve typical engineering tasks.
- Knows and understands the principles of cybersecurity for industrial networks.
- Can run network infrastructure monitoring in the IDS system.
- Is able to use knowledge regarding: Industry 4.0, risk management, business decisions.
- Is willing to adhere to the principles of professional ethics and is aware of the importance and understanding of non-technical aspects and consequences of engineering activities.
- Is ready to critically evaluate the knowledge acquired, and recognizes the importance of reaching out to experts for knowledge and opinions when faced with difficulties in solving a problem on their own.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: MSc Eng Stefan Bednarczyk
Scope of the subject:
- Introduction to Hydrostatic Drives and Controls
- Basics of operation of hydraulic and hydrotronic drives
- Operating parameters of hydrostatic drives
- Construction of a typical hydraulic drive
- Functions of the components of hydraulic drives and controls
- Introduction to Proportional Control Technique
- Simulation of the operation of selected drive systems in a simulation environment
- Construction of systems at training stations
- Moving the robot in the following modes: joint, word, tool
- Analysis of the operation of systems with linear and rotary receivers
- Analysis of the operation of throttle- and volume-controlled systems – comparison of power losses
- Analysis of the operation of systems with flow and pressure proportional valves
- Comparison of simulation analysis results with measurement results of real systems
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- Knowledge and understanding of automation, robotics, and mechatronics concepts necessary to understand the operation of modern devices. Knowledge of the processes occurring in the life cycle of devices, objects, and technical systems, as well as the methods, techniques, tools, and materials used to solve typical engineering tasks.
- Knows and understands the structure and operating principles of the most important elements of power hydraulics and hydrotronics.
- Knows and understands graphic symbols, reads and interprets hydraulic system diagrams.
- Is able to independently build, assemble, commission and test the correct operation of simple hydraulic and hydrotronic systems.
- Is ready to critically evaluate the knowledge acquired, and recognizes the importance of reaching out to experts for knowledge and opinions when faced with difficulties in solving a problem on their own.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Dr. Eng. Dominik Rabsztyn
Scope of the subject:
- Preparation of a final thesis by the postgraduate student.
- Participants' presentations of their final works (10 min. presentation by each Participant and 10 min. joint discussion)
- Preparation by the postgraduate student of an article in the area of industrial automation implementation.
- Presentation of article proposals by Participants and discussion of the submitted publication proposals (10 min. presentation by each Participant and 10 min. joint discussion).
Learning outcomes:
After completing postgraduate studies, the student:
- He is the author of the final paper, presented in class and defended during a joint discussion.
- He is the author or co-author of a proposal for an article in the area of industrial automation implementation, presented in class and analyzed during a joint discussion.
Trainer / Organiser / Host: Prof. Dr. hab. Eng. Jerzy Świder
TIMETABLE
Places of classes:
- EMT-Systems – headquarters of EMT-Systems Sp. z o. o., Bojkowska 35A, Gliwice, CECHOWNIA Gliwice building
- Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, room 279 – Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of the Silesian University of Technology, ul. Konarskiego 18A, Gliwice, room 279, 2nd floor
- CNT of the Silesian University of Technology – Scientific and Didactic Centre of New Technologies of the Silesian University of Technology, ul. Konarskiego 22B, Gliwice
| Date / Place | Hours | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||
| 08 October 2022 (Saturday) MT Department, Meeting Room |
9:00 – 10:30 | The ceremonial opening of ARiCPP studies |
| 08 October 2022 (Saturday) EMT-Systems |
11:00 – 17:00 | Process Control Automation – Mitsubishi PLC /GX Works 2 (Marcin Podsiadły, M.Sc. Eng.) |
| 09 October 2022 (Sunday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 17:00 | Process Control Automation – Siemens PLC / TIAPortal (Marcin Podsiadły, M.Sc. Eng.) |
| 22 October 2022 (Saturday) MT Department, room 279 |
9:00 – 13:00 | Basics of industrial automation; lecture part 1 (Prof. Dr. hab. Eng. Jerzy Świder) |
| 22 October 2022 (Saturday) EMT-Systems |
13:00 – 17:00 | Pneumatic control components and systems; part 1 (Dr. DSc. Eng. Andrzej Wróbel, prof. PŚ) |
| 23 October 2022 (Sunday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 17:00 | Group A 12 people – Industrial robots in production applications – construction and programming of ABB robots (Wojciech Szulc, M.Sc. Eng.)
Group B 12 people – Industrial robots in production applications – construction and programming of KUKA robots (M.Sc. Eng. Tomasz Nowak) |
| November 05, 2022 (Saturday) MT Department, room 279 |
9:00 – 13:00 | Basics of industrial automation; lecture part 2 (Prof. Dr. hab. Eng. Jerzy Świder) |
| November 05, 2022 (Saturday) EMT-Systems |
13:00 – 17:00 | Pneumatic control components and systems; part 2 (Dr. DSc. Eng. Andrzej Wróbel, prof. PŚ) |
| November 06, 2022 (Sunday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 17:00 | Industrial communication networks – PROFINET, PROFIBUS, AS-I, Ethernet (Dr. Eng. Piotr Świszcz) |
| November 19, 2022 (Saturday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 17:00 | Process Control Automation – PLC Codesys (Dr. Eng. Piotr Michalski) |
| November 20, 2022 (Sunday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 17:00 | Applications of HMI operator panels (Marcin Podsiadły, M.Sc. Eng.) |
| December 03, 2022 (Saturday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 17:00 | Visualization of industrial processes – SCADA systems (M.Sc. Eng. Andrzej Kasprzycki) |
| December 04, 2022 (Sunday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 17:00 | Group B 12 people – Industrial robots in production applications – construction and programming of ABB robots (Wojciech Szulc, M.Sc. Eng.)
Group A 12 people – Industrial robots in production applications – construction and programming of KUKA robots (M.Sc. Eng. Tomasz Nowak) |
| December 17, 2022 (Saturday) MT Department, room 279 |
9:00 – 13:00 | "Industrial Automation Fundamentals" Exam / Exam Overview. Seminar on preparing a final paper; cz.1 (Prof. Dr. hab. Eng. Jerzy Świder) |
| 14 January 2023 (Saturday) MT Department, room 279 |
9:00 – 13:00 | Possible exam in "Fundamentals of Industrial Automation" Seminar on preparing a final paper; cz.2 (Prof. Dr. hab. Eng. Jerzy Świder) |
| Date / Place | Hours | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | ||
| February 18, 2023 (Saturday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 17:00 | Group A – Industrial robots in production applications – construction and programming of FANUC robots (Karol Franc, M.Sc. Eng.)
Group B – Industrial robots in production applications – construction and programming of YASKAWA robots (Tomasz Nowak, M.Sc. Eng.) |
| February 19, 2023 (Sunday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 17:00 | TPM methodology in industrial automation (Dr. DSc, Eng. Mariusz Hetmańczyk, prof. PŚ) |
| March 04, 2023 (Saturday) MT Department, room 279 |
9:00 – 13:00 | Control theory; lecture part 1 (Prof. Dr. hab. Eng. Jerzy Świder) |
| March 04, 2023 (Saturday) MT Department, room 279 |
13:00 – 17:00 | Support and financing of digitization and automation processes (CP4.0PŚ – Dr. Andrzej Soldaty) |
| March 05, 2023 (Sunday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 17:00 | Group B – Industrial robots in production applications – construction and programming of FANUC robots (Karol Franc, M.Sc. Eng.)
Group A – Industrial robots in production applications – construction and programming of YASKAWA robots (Tomasz Nowak, M.Sc. Eng.) |
| March 18, 2023 (Saturday) CNT of the Silesian University of Technology |
9:00 – 17:00 | Industrial revolutions / Industry 4.0 – digitalization and process automation – Industry 4.0 Technology Testing Center (APA Group) |
| March 19, 2023 (Sunday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 17:00 | Group A – 12 people – Drives and controls in power hydraulics (Dr. Eng. Dominik Rabsztyn)
Group B – 12 people – Selected electric drive systems in industry (Julian Malaka, M.Sc. Eng.) |
| 01 April 2023 (Saturday) MT Department, room 279 |
9:00 – 13:00 | Control theory; lecture part 2 (Prof. Dr. hab. Eng. Jerzy Świder) |
| 01 April 2023 (Saturday) EMT-Systems |
13:00 – 17:00 | Cybersecurity of IT systems (MSc Eng. Stefan Bednarczyk) |
| 02 April 2023 (Sunday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 17:00 | Group B – 12 people – Drives and controls in power hydraulics (Dr. Eng. Dominik Rabsztyn)
Group A – 12 people – Selected electric drive systems in industry (Julian Malaka, M.Sc. Eng.) |
| 15 April 2023 (Saturday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 13:00 | Control Theory Exam / Exam Overview Seminar and final thesis project cz.1 (Prof. Dr. hab. Eng. Jerzy Świder) |
| 16 April 2023 (Sunday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 17:00 | Cybersecurity of automation systems (MSc Eng. Stefan Bednarczyk) |
| May 13, 2023 (Saturday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 13:00 | Possible "Control Theory" exam / Exam overview Seminar and final thesis project cz.2 (Prof. Dr. hab. Eng. Jerzy Świder) |
| May 27, 2023 (Saturday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 13:00 | Reading an article on the implementation of industrial automation cz.1 (Prof. Dr. hab. Eng. Jerzy Świder) |
| June 3, 2023 (Saturday) EMT-Systems |
9:00 – 13:00 | Reading an article on the implementation of industrial automation cz.2 (Prof. Dr. hab. Eng. Jerzy Świder) Graduation, awarding of diplomas |
LABORATORIES
We present descriptions, photos and videos from the laboratories where individual classes will be conducted during the Postgraduate Studies.Automation, robotization and digitization of production processes".
Subject: Process control automation
The laboratories are equipped with modern equipment, operating according to industry standards, supplied by renowned, leading manufacturers. During the "Process Control Automation" course, the following equipment will be available:
- Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 PLC controllers with signal generators,
- TIAPortal software, version V17,
- executive stations enable the performance of exercises based on real elements used in industrial automation,
- Codesys3.5 and GX Works 2 software,
- Mitsubishi and Wago PLC controllers.
The standard for carrying out exercises is one or at most two people at a fully equipped laboratory station.
Subject: Industrial robots in production applications – KUKA, FANUC, ABB, YASKAWA
During robot programming and operation classes, we use our own, professional robotic stations, which include 20 industrial robots such as:
- FANUC LR Mate 200iD 4s with R-30iB Mate controller,
- FANUC A-520i – designed for handling and assembly applications,
- ABB IRB 120 with IRC5 RW 6 controller
- ABB IRB 1200 with IRC5 RW 6 controller
- ABB IRB 2400 with IRC5 RW 5 controller
- ABB IRB 6640 with IRC5 RW 5 controller
- KUKA KR10 R1420 – CYBERTECH NANO,
- KUKA KR6 R900 SIXX from the KR AGILUS series,
- KUKA KR6 R700 SIXX from the KR AGILUS series,
- Yaskawa MOTOMAN GP8 series.
Subject: Industrial communication networks – PROFINET, PROFIBUS, AS-I, Ethernet
The network stations used during the classes are constructed from devices from multiple manufacturers. They allow participants to familiarize themselves with various methods of configuring and diagnosing different types of network components during exercises. The laboratory stations consist of the following components:
- Siemens SIMATIC S71500 controllers,
- Siemens SIMATIC S7-1200 controllers and KTP700 HMI panel,
- programmers with TIAPortal v17 software,
- Sinamics V90: Converter + servo motor,
- ET 200S multifunctional input/output systems,
- SIMATIC HMI KTP8 panels,
- Scalence X204IRT switches,
- SCALANCE XB005 switches,
- Pepperl-Fuchs PXV absolute positioning systems + DataMatrix code tape,
- Lumberg 980 ESL 109 and 980 ESL 303 distributed input/output systems,
- decentralized I/O bus systems LioN-Link 940 ESL 601 and 8x IN/OUT, 4x AI 0-10V modules,
- distributed I/O Balluff BNI PNT 502 and BNI PNT 302.
Subject: Visualization of industrial processes – SCADA systems
The laboratories are equipped with modern equipment, operating according to industry standards, supplied by renowned, leading manufacturers. Participants have access to stations designed for learning and solving industrial tasks using software. WinCC Professional TIAPortal v17 and drivers Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500.
Subject: Pneumatic control components and systems
Participant stations are expertly equipped. Participants have access to computer stations with simulation software, the latest product catalogs, cross-sections of pneumatic components, and well-equipped laboratories for practical exercises.
Subject: Drives and controls in power hydraulics
Training rooms and laboratories provide participants with the opportunity to work on industrial hydraulic components and systems from the most popular manufacturers, such as PARKER Hannifin, BOSCH Rexroth, Manuli Fluiconnecto, HYDAC and PONAR WADOWICE.
During practical classes we use a variety of training stations.
Subject: Industrial revolutions / Industry 4.0 – digitalization and automation of processes – Industry 4.0 Technology Testing Center
The Industry 4.0 Technology Testing Center is an industrial showroom designed, constructed, and operated by APA GROUP, a provider of modern solutions in intelligent industrial automation and building management systems. It allows visitors to learn about production processes in accordance with Industry 4.0 standards. Leading organizations representing the Polish and global economy, education, and industry were invited to participate in the showroom project. The wide range of solutions presented at the station guarantees a comprehensive dose of knowledge and a unique educational base in the field of Industry 4.0. DETAILED DESCRIPTION.
TEACHING STAFF
Classes at the ARiCPP postgraduate studies will be led by some of the best experts in the region in specific fields of industrial automation, with many years of experience in implementation and engineering work, teaching, as well as conducting classes and industrial training.
Prof. Dr. hab. Eng. Jerzy Świder
Head of Postgraduate Studies Automation, robotization and digitization of production processesFounder and long-time director of the Institute of Process Automation and Integrated Manufacturing Systems at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Silesian University of Technology. Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering for two terms. Educator of many generations of engineers and masters of mechanical and automation engineers, and supervisor and promoter of numerous researchers. Author of numerous books and scientific publications in the field of mechanical engineering and automation. During the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies, he will teach the following subjects:
- Basics of industrial automation – 10h
- Control theory – 10h
- Seminar on preparing a final paper – 10 hours
- Seminar and project for the final paper; article in the area of industrial automation implementation – 20 hours
Dr. Hab. Eng. Mariusz Hetmańczyk
A professor at the Silesian University of Technology, he works in the Department of Process Automation and Integrated Manufacturing Systems at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at the Silesian University of Technology. An expert on the Future Industry Platform, he has been involved in issues related to Industry 4.0, automation and robotics, control, mechatronics, industrial diagnostics, graph-based state prediction, and MEMS technologies for many years. He has authored over 80 publications on computer-aided diagnosis and forecasting of distributed mechatronic drives. During the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies, he will teach the following course:
- TPM methodology in industrial automation – 10h
Dr. DSc, Eng Andrzej Wróbel
A professor at the Silesian University of Technology, he works in the Department of Process Automation and Integrated Manufacturing Systems at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at the Silesian University of Technology. He is a designer of control systems and industrial machines. He is the author and co-author of numerous scientific and educational papers in the fields of mechatronics, industrial automation, and machine mechanics. He is a speaker at national and international scientific conferences. He is the leader and participant of research projects in the broad field of mechatronics. During the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies, he will teach the following course:
- Pneumatic control components and systems – 10h
Dr. Andrzej Soldaty
Director of the Industry 4.0 Center at the Silesian University of Technology. He has dedicated his professional career to industrial automation. He headed the Robotics Department at ROBRA "Chemoautomatyka." He worked for Festo, a supplier of solutions and components for industrial automation. He participated in the construction and development of Festo in Poland and also led international projects in Central and Eastern Europe. From 2010 to 2015, he served as President of the Management Board of Festo sp. z o. o. From June 2016 to March 2019, he was an expert in the Industrial Transformation Team established at the Ministry of Development. From March 2019 to December 2020, he served as President of the Management Board of the Future Industry Platform Foundation. He is a mechanic and automation engineer by training. He also completed doctoral studies in economics at the Institute of Economics of the Polish Academy of Sciences. During the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies, he will teach the following course:
- Support and financing of digitization and automation processes – 5 hours
Dr. Eng. Piotr Michalski
A PhD in technical sciences, he specializes in the design and operation of machines, industrial sensors and networks, and electric drives, with 24 years of industrial experience. He holds certified qualifications in integrating automation systems from companies such as Siemens, ifm electronic, Mitsubishi Electric, Balluff, GE, Festo, SEW Eurodrive, and B&R. His primary research interests include modern communication interfaces for industrial sensors and IIoT systems for predictive maintenance of industrial machinery and equipment. As a research and teaching staff member at the Silesian University of Technology, his experience in teaching translates into excellent rapport with students. During the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies, he will teach the following course:
- Process Control Automation – PLC Codesys – 10h
Marcin Podsiadły, M.Sc., Eng.
Control systems programmer, specializing in PLC programming in the SIEMENS TIA Portal environment. He gained knowledge and practical skills while developing and commissioning new installations, both domestically and internationally, where his responsibilities included programming PLCs and HMI operator panels, configuring automation devices, and working with industrial networks. He also gained experience working in the Research and Development department, designing navigation systems for automated guided vehicles (AGVs). During the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies, he will teach the following course:
- Process Control Automation – Siemens PLC / TIAPortal – 10h
- Process Control Automation – Mitsubishi PLC /GX Works 2 – 10h
- Applications of HMI operator panels – 10h
Dr. Eng. Piotr Świszcz
Designer and implementer of numerous technologies in the fields of coal and steel, petrochemicals and chemicals, as well as for the food industry. He has managed over twenty technological commissioning projects implemented using PLC and DCS controllers, and for many years served as vice president of an industrial automation company. His areas of interest include nonlinear systems, automation, sensor technology, artificial intelligence, and industrial communication networks. He designs and implements his projects using devices from SIEMENS, ABB, OMRON, BECKHOFF, GE FANUC, and DANFOSS. This provides him with detailed knowledge of numerous environments, including Simatic TIAPortal, AC800M, FREELANCE, CX ONE, Twin Cat, Proficy Machine Edition, and APOS. During the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies, he will teach the following course:
- Industrial communication networks – PROFINET, PROFIBUS, AS-I, Ethernet – 10h
Dr. Eng. Dominik Rabsztyn
Assistant Professor in the Department of Process Automation and Integrated Manufacturing Systems at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Chemnitz University of Technology. Designer of hydrostatic drive systems and expert in machine diagnostics. Author and co-author of over 30 scientific and technical articles in the field of hydraulic drives and controls, machine design and operation, and computer simulations. Recipient of a scholarship from the Scholarship and Internship Fund for the Development of Knowledge Transfer in the Region. He completed research internships at the Chemnitz University of Technology. Speaker at conferences and seminars related to machine operation and diagnostics. Long-time practitioner and innovator in the field of hydrostatic drive systems. During the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies, he will teach the following course:
- Drives and controls in power hydraulics – 10h
Tomasz Nowak, M.Sc., Eng.
A specialist in the programming, commissioning, and setup of robotic stations. He has several years of industrial experience in plants directly supervising the welding, gluing, and welding processes of automotive bodies, as well as the construction of robotic stations. He is a coordinator and trainer for training in FANUC, KUKA, and Yaskawa robot programming. During the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies, he will teach the following subjects:
- Industrial robots in production applications – building and programming KUKA robots
- Industrial robots in production applications – construction and programming of YASKAWA robots
Wojciech Szulc, M.Sc., Eng.
Author of the first industrial robot training platform at EMT-Systems. Robotic integrator, working on robotic line projects for JLR: Discovery, Defender; Daimler: S-Class, C-Class, Sprinter; VW: Arteon Shooting Break, ID.3; VIBN VW T7. He has conducted numerous commissionings of robotic cells on ABB and KUKA robots, measurement of robot bases and tools using a Leica measuring tracker, cycle time optimization, expert opinions, and CE certification. For six years, he has also conducted training in ABB robot programming, and recently, KUKA, at the EMT-Systems engineering training center, both in-person and online. He will teach:
- Industrial robots in production applications – building and programming ABB robots
Andrzej Kasprzycki, M.Sc., Eng.
An automation expert with over twenty years of experience in commissioning extensive industrial automation installations and maintaining large production lines, including the first PCS7 installation in Poland. A graduate of the Faculty of Automatic Control, Electronics, and Computer Science at the Silesian University of Technology, he is a professional PLC and SCADA programmer with extensive experience in designing and modernizing automation systems. During the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies, he will teach the following course:
- Visualization of industrial processes – SCADA systems – 10h
Julian Malaka, M.Sc., Eng.
A PhD candidate and researcher and lecturer at the Department of Process Automation and Integrated Manufacturing Systems at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Silesian University of Technology. He is involved in the work of the Future Industry Platform Foundation as an expert in the field of autonomous robots. He has extensive experience in implementing projects primarily involving the automation and robotization of technological processes and drive technology. During the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies, he will teach the following course:
- Selected electric drive systems in industry – 10h
Stefan Bednarczyk, M.Sc., Eng.
Electronics engineer, IT systems designer, industrial cybersecurity specialist, and head of the technical department at Tekniska Polska. Certified expert in industrial cybersecurity: GIAC GICSP (Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional). Network administration certifications: Certified StormShield Network Administrator (CSNA), Cisco CCNA. Training: CEH v10 (Certified Ethical Hacker), Cisco CCNP. During the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies, he will teach the following subjects:
- Cybersecurity of automation systems – 10h
- Cybersecurity of IT systems – 5h
Karol Franc, M.Sc. Eng.
He has extensive professional experience in programming, commissioning robotic stations, and configuring safety zones for FANUC, ABB, and KUKA robots in major automotive plants in Poland and abroad. He specializes in commissioning PickMaster and iRPickTool systems. He is also a professional trainer in FANUC robot programming. During the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies program, he will teach the following subjects:
- Industrial robots in production applications, construction and programming of FANUC robots
Dr. Eng. Sebastian Temich
PhD in Automation, Electronics, and Electrical Engineering. Specialist in artificial intelligence and machine learning for industrial applications at APA Sp. z o. o. In his daily work, he focuses on the use of artificial intelligence methods in preventive diagnostics of production processes. During the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies, he will teach the following course:
- Industrial revolutions / Industry 4.0 – digitalization and process automation – Industry 4.0 Technology Testing Center – 10h
Maciej Walczak, M.Sc. Eng.
Automation Specialist at APA Sp. z o. o. He conducts training and coordinates the support department. His specializations include BMS systems, SIEMENS SIMATIC S7 control systems, SIMATIC HMI visualization systems, and PROFIBUS and PROFINET industrial networks. He graduated from the Faculty of Automation and Robotics at the Silesian University of Technology. During the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies program, he will teach the following subjects:
- Industrial revolutions / Industry 4.0 – digitalization and process automation – Industry 4.0 Technology Testing Center – 10h
Jacek Kucharczyk, M.Sc. Eng.
A specialist and enthusiast in the field of IoT and BigData systems at APA Sp. z o.o. He leads projects in the field of processing large data sets. He graduated from the Faculty of Information Technology at the Silesian University of Technology, majoring in Computer Science. He lectures to both full-time and MBA students. During the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies program, he will teach the following subjects:
- Industrial revolutions / Industry 4.0 – digitalization and process automation – Industry 4.0 Technology Testing Center – 10h
FEES AND BONUSES
Important information for participants of ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies
Basic information:
- Participation cost: PLN 14200 / person.
- Duration of ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies: 2 semesters.
- Total number of contact hours: 220h
- Total number of days of contact classes: 22
- Each participant additionally receives a voucher worth PLN 3000 net for training in EMT-Systems
- A candidate for postgraduate studies may be a person who has a full qualification at least at level six of the Polish Qualifications Framework, obtained in the higher education and science system (first-cycle studies, second-cycle studies, long-cycle master's studies).
Additional information:
- Class days: Saturdays and Sundays.
- The only studios in Poland that enable practical, individual implementation of exercises using fully equipped training stations, industrial robots, technology demonstrators, and current, licensed versions of engineering software.
- Classes are conducted by research and teaching staff of the Silesian University of Technology as well as practicing engineers, designers and integrators of automation systems.
- Graduates of the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies will acquire comprehensive knowledge of the latest trends in industrial automation, will gain knowledge in the use and operation of specialized software, and will be prepared to supervise complex production systems operating in accordance with Industry 4.0 standards.
PARTNERS
The following Partners and Patrons of ARiCPP studies support us in organizing and conducting classes:
Siemens AG is a global technology leader that connects the digital and physical worlds, thus offering numerous benefits to its customers and society at large. The company focuses on intelligent infrastructure for buildings, decentralized energy systems, automation and digitization of the process and manufacturing industries, and intelligent mobility solutions for the road and rail transport sectors.
A leader in the intelligent industrial automation and building management systems market, the company has 20 years of experience and dozens of successful implementations for institutions, individuals, municipalities, and industrial plants worldwide. APA offers a comprehensive approach to business – from the management and automation of buildings and industrial processes to efficient energy management. APA Group operates wherever technology needs to be harnessed and made more useful.
Data Transmission and Cybersecurity in OT. Nearly 20 years of experience, nearly 4000 satisfied customers, and over 70.000 devices delivered to the Polish market, including the most demanding and critical critical infrastructure installations. The company's employees are experts in industrial networks [OT/ICS] and their cybersecurity. They provide implementation services, consultancy, and solutions that help meet specific needs in industrial automation projects.
The scope of activities of the Silesian University of Technology's Industry 4.0 Center includes research, implementation, training, and education, as well as the development and expansion of innovative Industry 4.0 technologies. It also includes generating know-how and intellectual property, acquiring equipment for research, and educational activities to enhance the practical knowledge of Polish specialists.
The Katowice Special Economic Zone (KSEZ) has recently been ranked the best zone in Poland, Europe, and number two in the world, according to the Financial Times. Nearly 540 companies operate here, having invested over PLN 44 billion and created 90,000 jobs. A KSEZ initiative for companies operating in the automotive and advanced technology sectors is the "Silesia Automotive & Advanced Manufacturing" (SA&AM) Cluster, which aims to build a strong platform for exchange and cooperation between businesses and educational and research institutions.
DIPLOMAS AND CERTIFICATES
Participants of the ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies, after successfully passing the planned exams and defending their final thesis, receive the following certificates:
- Certificate of completion of studies issued by Silesian University of TechnologyThe template contains the necessary elements of a certificate of completion of postgraduate studies, specified in separate regulations. Postgraduate studies at the Silesian University of Technology are conducted on the basis of applicable regulations, in particular the Act of 20 July 2018 - Law on Higher Education and Science (consolidated text: Journal of Laws of 2020, item 85, as amended), the Statute of the Silesian University of Technology, and the Regulations of Postgraduate Studies at the Silesian University of Technology.
- Certificate issued by EMT-Systems Engineering Training Center.
- Diploma of graduation issued by Siemens Digital Industries.
- Certificate issued by Tekniska Polska Industrial Data Transmission Systems Sp. z o. o.
- Certificate issued by APA Sp. z o. o.
CONTACT and RECRUITMENT
Official registration will open in June recruitment website of the Silesian University of Technology.
Head of Postgraduate Studies at ARiCPP:
- Prof. Dr. hab. Eng. Jerzy Świder
- jerzy.swider@polsl.pl
- tel .: 32 237 27 59 and 608 552 400
ARiCPP Postgraduate Studies Coordinator on behalf of EMT-Systems Engineering Training Center:
- Piotr Podgórski, Director of Planning, Organization and Product Development
- piotr.podgorski@emt-systems.pl
- by phone: 505 439 465
