In the context of IT systems engineering, there is an option for obtaining a certificate as a “Krones Automation Engineer”. As preparation for this exam, Krones offers a comprehensive workshop covering both theory and practice at the modern IT training centre in Neutraubling.

Participants learn:

• the technology of the Krones components
• the optimum interaction of networking and control components
• how to smoothly implement maintenance routines and malfunction diagnostics
• how to minimise sources of error in the line
• how to alter programs
• how to execute data back-ups fast and reliably

After completing the course, the “Krones Automation Engineer” will be able to diagnose malfunctions in his/her line quickly and efficiently, and then analyse and correct them. If they possess the requisite knowledge, candidates can take the exam to qualify as a “Krones Automation Engineer” directly, without having actually attended the courses.

3 steps for certification as a “Krones Automation Engineer”:

Participation in the following courses:

• LDS - Krones production data acquisition for the bottling industry
• Krones visualisation technology - zenOn
• Siemens S 7 for Krones machines or Allen Bradley Krones.
  

In order to broaden their knowledge, participants can gain qualifications in the following fields:

• B&R Automation
• MES network technology
• Installation: zenOn emergency package

The “IT System Engineering Compact” module, plus an assessment, constitute the conclusion of the certification process as a “Krones Automation Engineer”.