K29 students continue to develop their technical skills at ETEK through hands-on PLC programming practice on the FATS (Factory Automation Training Solutions) system. Guided by an industry expert, students learn how to download a PLC program to an automation training station and explore the practical application of industrial control systems.
During the training session, K29 students received expert guidance on downloading a PLC program to a station within the FATS system. This activity introduced students to an essential step in implementing control programs on industrial equipment.
Through direct practice, students gained a clearer understanding of the relationship between PLC programs and the operation of automated equipment. The session also provided an opportunity to become familiar with industrial automation workflows and reinforce their knowledge of programmable logic controllers.
By working directly with the training station, students could observe how control instructions are applied within an automation system, helping bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical engineering applications.
FATS, or Factory Automation Training Solutions, is an industrial automation training system developed by ETEK. It integrates industrial equipment and automation technologies to support technical education and practical skills development.
The system provides a learning environment for topics such as PLC/PAC programming, equipment control, smart sensors, and automated station operation. Through hands-on activities, learners can explore how individual automation components work together within a production process.
For students pursuing mechatronics and industrial automation, training on FATS offers valuable exposure to industrial technologies and helps develop the technical thinking required to work with automated systems.
The PLC training session reflects ETEK’s commitment to connecting technical education with industrial applications. With guidance from experienced specialists, K29 students can strengthen their understanding of automation technologies while developing practical skills relevant to their future careers.
By providing access to industrial training systems and expert-led learning activities, ETEK continues to support the development of skilled technical personnel for the evolving manufacturing and automation sectors.
