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
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
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
Spring/Summer 2026
Below are two offerings of ACIM 6010 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 68131
Dates
May 25 - May 29 Loading
- CRN 68131
- $1156.05 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 25 - May 29 | Mon - Fri | 07:30 - 15:30 | Burnaby SE01 Rm. 118A |
Duration
5 days
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- This is a condensed version of the course. Registration is processed on a FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED basis. Late registration is not permitted. BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. Ensure your contact information (e.g. personal email address) is current. In the event of cancellation, student will be notified five business days prior to the course start date. For inquiries, email BCIT_ACIM@bcit.ca .
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CRN 65299
Dates
Jun 13 - Jul 18 Loading
- CRN 65299
- $1156.05 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 13 - Jul 18 | Sat | 07:30 - 15:00 | Burnaby SE01 Rm. 118A |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Registration is processed on a FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED basis. BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of cancellation, student will be notified five business days prior to the course start date. Ensure your contact information (e.g. personal email address) is current. For inquiries, email BCIT_ACIM@bcit.ca
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice. Find out more about BCIT course cancellations.