Teacher training on the topic of fault diagnosis skills in industrial automation systems
A hands-on concept through playful diagnostic training using a simulation
A concept for fault diagnosis on automation systems is presented in the free training course of the DEFINE project. The focus is on the development of didactic knowledge. First, a strategy for systematic fault diagnosis is discussed, which is developed with the help of the Cognitive Apprenticeship approach according to Brown, Collins & Duguid (1989). This is followed by fault diagnosis using a simulation of an industrial automation system (SINA for short) which contains both software and hardware faults. You will receive feedback in the simulation, which is a form of informative tutorial feedback according to Narciss (2006). The design criteria of the feedback are then discussed. We will also discuss how to provide trainees with targeted feedback and assistance when diagnosing errors.
Target group + prerequisites
The target group is teachers of electrical engineering, metal technology and mechatronics, especially if they teach automation technology. They should have a basic understanding of PLC programming. Ideally, participants should already have previous knowledge of Simatic Manager.
Organizational details
The training course can be held as a one-day (8:30 am - 4:30 pm) or two-day (8:30 am - 12:30 pm) event in face-to-face or digital form. In addition to BigBlueButton, the Moodle learning management system is used for digital implementation. Fault diagnosis is carried out in the SINA simulation, which is embedded in a Moodle course. The following technical requirements are necessary for the implementation of digital training:
- PC/ laptop with microphone, loudspeaker and, if necessary, camera
- For the use of BigBlueButton: Chrome, Firefox or Opera
The offer is completely free of charge. Participants are only asked to fill out a questionnaire at the beginning and end of the training and thereby support the DEFINE project.
A flyer is available for downloadfor teachers who are interested in the training.
Individual training dates
Is there an interested team of at least four teachers at your school? Then give us a call! We are also happy to organize a training course at your school on request.
Are you interested in free diagnostic training for your trainees? Then you can find more information under DEFINE - Training for trainees.
Literature
Brown, Collins & Duguid (1989). Situated Cognition and the Culture of Learning. Educational Researcher, 18(1), 32-42.
Link, Schäfer & Walker (2018). The Cognitive Apprenticeship Approach - A way to promote error analysis skills in mechatronic systems. In Dietl, Schmidt, Weiß & Wittwer (Eds.), Trainers' handbook. (S. 131-152). Cologne.
Narciss (2006). Informative tutorial feedback. Development and evaluation principles based on instructional psychology findings. Berlin.
Contact us
M.Ed. Pia Schäfer
Pia.Schaefer(at)cs.rptu.de
0631 205 5970
In cooperation with:
Prof. Dr. Felix Walker
Felix.Walker(at)uni-hamburg.de