Course Title: Robotic Welding Programming with KUKA Robots
Course Duration: 15 Days (75 Hours)
Day 1-2: Introduction to Robotic Welding (6 Hours)
- Overview of robotic welding applications
- Introduction to KUKA robots for welding
- Safety procedures and precautions in welding environments
Day 3-4: KUKA Robot Control and Programming Environment (6 Hours)
- Familiarization with KUKA Robot Controller and KRL programming language
- Setting up the programming environment
- Basic motion control commands
Day 5-7: Welding Essentials (9 Hours)
- Types of welding processes (e.g., MIG, TIG, spot welding)
- Welding equipment and setup
- Parameters and settings for welding
Day 8-9: Advanced KRL Programming for Welding (9 Hours)
- Advanced motion control for welding tasks
- Path planning and trajectory control
- Synchronization with welding power sources
Day 10-11: Welding Quality Control and Inspection (9 Hours)
- Understanding weld quality standards
- Implementing quality control measures
- Visual inspection and NDT techniques
Day 12-13: Offline Programming and Simulation (9 Hours)
- Overview of offline programming software for welding
- Creating and simulating welding programs
- Debugging and testing in a virtual environment
Day 14-15: Real-world Applications and Projects (9 Hours)
- Welding project planning and execution
- Working on individual or group welding projects
- Final project presentations and demonstrations
Assessment and Evaluation (6 Hours Throughout the Course)
- Continuous assessment through welding and programming assignments and projects
- Participation in class discussions and welding exercises
- Final project evaluation
Additional Considerations:
- Provide participants with access to a KUKA robot or welding simulation environment for hands-on
practice.
- Emphasize safety protocols in welding, as it's a critical aspect of the course.
- Encourage participants to collaborate and share their experiences.
- Keep up to date with the latest welding and robotics technologies and practices.
This course is tailored for individuals seeking to acquire the skills and knowledge needed for
programming KUKA robots for welding applications. It covers essential topics, such as welding
processes, advanced programming, quality control, and hands-on experience with real-world
welding projects, to prepare participants for careers in robotic welding.