- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course is designed for maintenance personnel who are responsible for installing and maintaining a robot and controller. This course introduces the principals of tooling and maintenance as it applies to a 6 axis robot. The student will be able to safely power up the robot from a complete shutdown, manipulate the robot using the teach pendant, recognize and describe major robot components along with recognize and troubleshoot various fault conditions. Lab work will be performed on a 6 axis Fanuc robot. The course consists of lectures, demonstrations, and a series of lab exercises along with an on-line component designed to reinforce what the student has learned.
Prerequisite(s)
- 70% in ACIM 5010
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$1,156.05
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Apply the Canadian Electrical Code to the installation of CNC machine tools and robots.
- Safely power up the robot from complete shutdown.
- Manipulate the robot using the teach pendant and teach a basic test program.
- Recognize and describe major robot components.
- Recognize and Troubleshoot various fault conditions.
- Backup and Restore Controller software and User defined files.
- Configure and Manipulate I/O.
Effective as of Winter 2020
Related Programs
Introduction to Robotics (ACIM 6010) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Construction and the Environment
- Automated Controls Installation and Maintenance
Advanced Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2025
Below is one offering of ACIM 6010 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 47045
Dates
Sep 27 - Nov 08 Loading
- CRN 47045
- $1156.05 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 27 - Nov 08 | Sat | 07:30 - 15:00 | Burnaby |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No class on October 11, 2025 (Thanksgiving weekend). Registration is processed on a FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED basis. BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a part-time course cancellation, students will be notified at least five business days prior to the course start date. Please ensure your contact information (e.g. personal email address) is current. Check this website frequently to see if someone de-registers if the course becomes full. Please send your inquiries to BCIT_ACIM@bcit.ca
Status
Winter 2026
Below is one offering of ACIM 6010 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 87339
Dates
Jan 10 - Feb 21 Loading
- CRN 87339
- $1156.05 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 10 - Feb 21 | Sat | 07:30 - 15:30 | Burnaby SE01 Rm. 117 |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No class on February 14, 2026 (Family Day weekend). Registration is processed on a FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED basis. BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of cancellation, students will received notice five business days prior to the course start. Ensure your contact information (e.g. personal email address) is current. Please send your inquiries to BCIT_ACIM@bcit.ca
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.