This course is an introduction to programming the DX100 controller. No prior knowledge of robot programming or the DX100 controller is required.
Course Overview
This course consists of classroom lectures, demonstrations, discussions and hands-on practice exercises. Covered topics are related to real-world examples and applications. To create an interactive and enhanced learning environment, class size is limited to 12. To perform the hands-on practice exercises, students are typically assigned 2 to a pendant at Yaskawa Academy.
Course Materials
Students receive a copy of the DX100 Basic Programming Training Manual which details instructions and programming technique for the Motoman controller. Additional handouts relate to specific topics covered in the class. Students are urged to take notes, participate in discussions, and to bring up specific programming issues.
Topics
Primary topics include:
- Robot Safety
- System power up/down
- Coordinate systems
- Motion type path programming
- Control, Arithmetic and I/O instructions
- Job editing
- Positioning accuracy tags
- Speed adjustment
- Job functions
- Tool Control Point (TCP)
- Single Weave Pattern
- Start and Ending ARC
Notes
Training class schedules are subject to be changed without notice, based on instructor availability. All Training classes are held in the Miamisburg, OH Training Facility unless other prior arrangements have been confirmed.
Attendees who complete the required number of contact hours will receive a certificate of completion. Those who meet the contact hours requirement, and score 70% or better on the final exam, will be awarded Continuing Education Units (CEUs).