Training Resources for Industrial Technicians

Explore practical books and downloadable training resources that build essential skills for industrial technicians and automation professionals.

  • Learn skills that drive modern manufacturing.  PLC programming, industrial controls and automation open doors to well-paying technical careers.
  • Nearly 10,000 Opportunities Every Year.   Employers need thousands of new electronics, mechatronics and automation technicians each year.
  • Machine & Process Controls using "real world" programming examples and illustrated guides which focus on a step-by-step approach to learning.

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Studio 5000 Logix Designer:
A very practical, well illustrated guide to developing, commissioning and troubleshooting ControlLogix and CompactLogix projects.
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Learning RSLogix 500 Programming:
This series begins with basic concepts and instructions, then progresses to advanced methods of diagnostics and troubleshooting.  Still one of the very best platforms to initially learn ladder programming.
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Practical Guides for Industrial Technicians:
Build an essential foundation for industrial maintenance skills.  Covers VFD installation and troubleshooting, motion controls fundamentals, and working with industrial networks.
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Downloadable Resources

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Studio 5000 Basics is an illustrated training module that will help a student quickly grasp the essentials of understanding project organization and learning Studio 5000 programming.  This download consists of a PowerPoint presentation and PDF file.  Also included are an embedded configuration project file and Challenge problem.
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PLC Timers & Counters is a comprehensive look into the many uses of Timers and Counters in PLC programming.  This download includes a PowerPoint presentation & PDF for individual or group training.
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Python Programming Basics digital download
Python Programming for Beginners is a practical introduction to Python & Object-Oriented Programming.  Ideal for anyone desiring to learn or improve their coding skills.
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Professional Reviews:

"Studio 5000 Logix Designer" - "An excellent book presenting the fundamentals of the ControlLogix PLC platform.  This is a must-read for a technician or engineer working with ControlLogix PLCs."
Rich Raso
Control Technology International

"Practical Guides for the Industrial Technician" - "As an electrician tech, I've found Mr. Anderson's insight very helpful.   I appreciate his ability to make difficult and complex subjects understandable and applicable."
Dorne Soto
Industrial Electronic Technician

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