1. Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program (SMSCP)
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2. Siemens and Technical Education
Siemens AG
Siemens is the world leader in mechanics and automated systems technologies.
Siemens has over 100 years of experience in technical education. In Germany alone, Siemens is one of the largest education providers.
Siemens Technik
Akademie Berlin
Its training approach is grounded in the renowned German system of technical education. Their special teaching and learning approach is the result of long experience with technical programs in international contexts to develop
„Handlungskompetenz“.
Introduction part Nikki

3. Siemens Technik Akademie Berlin
International Employee Development Program
Bachelor of Engineering incl. Associate Engineer P B a D c
Internationality
Knowledge
Networking
Teambuilding h E e I l o r
Introduction part Nikki
Siemens Mechatronic System Certification Program
Specialized Expertise:
SPS / Lean
Smart Systems for Infrastructure S P M S C
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4. Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program Siemens Technik Akademie Berlin - SMSCP Connection
System Approach Teaching Methods
Siemens Technik Akademie Berlin
Mechatronic Systems Associate Engineer Program
First 2 years of the Bachelor of Engineering Program
Siemens Mechatronic System Certification Program
Mechatronics Subject Areas
Using key concepts from the STA-Berlins Associate Engineer Program in Mechatronic Systems, SMSCP creates an educational program that colleges and universities around world use to strengthen their students technical skills.
Integration of Hands-On Learning in the Classroom
Introduction part Nikki
System Focused Troubleshooting/
Problem-Solving Skills
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5. Mechatronics
Mechatronics is the synergistic integration of mechanics, electronics, control and systems theory, and computers into a complex, single system used within production and manufacturing, in order to improve and/or optimize its efficiency, productivity, and quality.
Mechatronic
Mechatronics- Related Technical Fields
Automation Technology
Robotics Technology
Industrial Maintenance
Process and Controls
Electro-Mechanical Technology

6. Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program (SMSCP)
Siemens industry certification in mechatronic systems
Comprehensive skills certification offered in three levels, not a product certification
Delivered together with partner schools
Consistent standards of achievement worldwide
Verified through certification examinations
Program
Result: Well-grounded individuals who can adapt to new
work situations quickly and appropriately -
„Handlungskompetenz“

7. Why SMSCP? Adaptable Expertise Well-Trained, Skilled Technical Workers
Siemens
Adaptable Expertise
bringing together the core expertise of the STA-Berlin (mechatronics and
automation technology), SMSCP offers a highly adaptable technical
education program that can be easily implemented in a variety of education
environments.
Well-Trained, Skilled Technical Workers
With its emphasis on in- demand industrial skills, troubleshooting, and
hands-on practical training, SMSCP helps to create knowledgeable
technical workers than can work in a variety of production, technician, and
engineering roles.
Education and Training Cost-Savings
With SMSCP, companies and industries can receive qualified
workers at a much lower cost by utilizing local and/or existing
educational and training resources.
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8. SMSCP and System Approach: Holistic, Hands-On Mechatronic Education
With its system focus and holistic learning model,
System Approach stresses:
Program
The Mechatronic System is always the “starting point”
Contextual, Hands-on Learning of Theoretical Principles using a Mechatronic System
Understanding of Subsystems Inter-relationships and How They Drive System Function Together
Comprehensive Troubleshooting & Systems Analysis
crux of the SMSCP is system approach, teaching and learning about mechatronics through hands on practice
-helps students develop a critical familiarity with working with a fully functioning system while developing their technical skills
-helps teach in a way that is better aligned to a true industrial work environment, thus better preparing students for professional work
the key point of system approach- always start with system and keep it in focus
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9. Ability to pinpoint malfunctions
System Approach Learning Loop: Holistic, Hands-On Mechatronic Education
Ability to transfer their knowledge to another system „Handlungs-kompetenz“
Students learn about the complexities of the system in a holistic fashion
Program
Start at macro level
Ability to pinpoint malfunctions
System Analysis Part
Comprehensive Skills Part
Then focus on: -System modules - Components
- Physical properties - Measurements

10. SMSCP Certification Process
SMSCP = base to built up a training center at Anglo Platinum similar to the STA Berlin
Goal:
To increase output of its platinum mines by improving productivity and efficiency
Manage overall operations costs
Increasing safety and reducing mine employee deaths
SMSCP certifies its school partners, their teachers, and their students. The Certification process begins with a school.
In order to offer SMSCP and the SMSCP certification exams, a school must be certified as a Siemens SMSCP partner school. To become certified a school must:
- At least 2 Siemens-certified SMSCP Instructors on staff at the time of the partnership agreement.
- An on-site, fully operational Mechatronic Training System which meets the hardware requirements of the  SMSCP for the practical, hands-on training parts of the program
- English as the instructional language of the program
Must have a written partnership agreement with Siemens
Teachers become certified when he/she has completed all the Siemens certification requirements to teach SMSCP curriculum at one or more of the 3 levels. In order for an instructor to become certified, he/she must:
-- complete the Siemens System Approach Paradigm Week training; and
--the course content/curriculum training that corresponds to his/her desired Certification Level
The teachers educate the students studying at the certified Partner schools. At various points in student’s study, the school offers the students the opportunity to sit for the SMSCP level exams.
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11. 1st step: Instructor Certification
Goal:
Enable instructors from partner schools to implement and teach the Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program at their local school.
Certification
Content and Structure of the Instructor Certification Course:
System Approach teaching method
Learning and practicing how to use the System Approach teaching method in the field of mechatronic education
Introduction to the content of the course-specific curriculum of the respective SMSCP Level
Courses are 2-3 weeks long and normally held at Siemens Technik Akademie Berlin
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12. 2nd step: Implementation at the Partner School
Implementation of the SMSCP at the partner schools
Certified instructors and the respective administrators at the school implement the Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program at their institution.
The SMSCP is designed to complement and fit into existing programs of study, not replace them.
Flexible implementation opportunities – as part of existing study programs, weekend – or evening courses
Certification
Semester Plan
(now)
General Business
Mathematics
English
Basic Electronics
Intro Mechanical Eng.
Digital Fundamentals
CNC …
Semester Plan
(future)
General Business
Mathematics
English
Siemens MSCP Course 1
Siemens MSCP Course 2
CNC …
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13. 3rd step: Certification of Students
Goal:
To prepare students well for the working environment and give them an extra advantage over the competition on the job market with the opportunity to receive both an industry certification and a school diploma.
Certification
Three levels of student certification that are built on job profiles:
Level 1:
Siemens Certified Mechatronic Systems Assistant
emphasis on efficiently operating complex mechatronic systems, troubleshooting and foreseeing problems
Level 2:
Siemens Certified Mechatronic Systems Associate
focus on systems management, investigation, repair and troubleshooting.
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14. Program requirements
Entire program, including instruction must be in English
Must have a Mechatronic Training System on site
SMSCP course instructors must be certified through the SMSCP Instructor Certification Courses
Schools must have a written agreement with Siemens on program implementation
Program

15. Vision and Mission SMSCP Vision
“The Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program aims to be
the world’s premier comprehensive skills qualification.”
The Mission of the SMSCP is:
To establish the international industry standard comprehensive skills certification in mechatronic systems.
To provide the STA Berlin’s pedagogical and technical expertise to partner schools around the world.
To add value to our Partner School’s existing programs of study.
To learn from our customers and partners in order to improve our knowledge and our offerings.
To develop Handlungskompetenz in the world’s workforce.
Vision/Mission
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16. Timeline SMSCP launch in South Korea, India and South Africa 2012
New Partnership with US colleges - Purdue University, Virginia Western Community College, Central Piedmont Community College
Certification of 100 students in Malaysia
2012
2011
2010
New Partnerships with colleges in the U.S.
Partnership with Intelitek
First students successfully passed SMSCP exam
SMSCP launch in Singapore
Timeline
2009
SMSCP launch in Malaysia
New Partnerships with US colleges
Partnership with Festo Didactic
2008
First Instructor Certification Event
2007
SMSCP launch in China and Kentucky
Partnership with Amatrol
2005/2006
2004
SMSCP concept development

17. Level 1 – Siemens Certified Mechatronic Systems Assistant
Intelligent machine operator with „Handlungskompetenz“
Emphasis on efficient operation and troubleshooting
Four courses à ca. 60 hours cover:
Electrical Components
Mechanical Components and Electric Drives
(Electro) Pneumatic and Hydraulic Circuits
Digital Fundamentals and PLCs
Total duration: 240 hours or about 6 weeks (full time course)
Level 1
no lesson plan
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18. Level 1 – Job Profile
Well-grounded machine operator who demonstrates “Handlungskompetenz” while working in a large-scale system
Responsible for efficient system operation with minimal downtime
Malfunctions: localize, identify causes and sources
Routine, preventive maintenance
Use system documentation intelligently
Work as a functioning member of an efficient team
Observe all local and company safety rules
Level 1
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19. Level 2 – Siemens Certified Mechatronic Systems Associate
Technician-level worker with „Handlungskompetenz”
Recommended: significant project work connected to process management
Six courses à ca. 60 hours cover:
Process control technologies
Introduction to Totally Integrated Automation
Automation systems
Motor control
Mechanics and machine elements
Manufacturing processes
Total duration: 360 hours or about 9 weeks (full time course)
Level 2

20. Level 2 – Job Profile
Manage, investigate, repair and troubleshoot complex mechatronic systems
Use troubleshooting skills to identify, foresee and prevent possible problems, conflicts and failures, and to systematically and intelligently make repairs
PLC programming and communications
Measuring, interpreting and analyzing electrical, PLC/microcontroller and mechanical values
Apply knowledge of process/project management principles
Level 2

21. Benefits for Students
Opportunity to acquire a world-class industry certification in mechatronic systems without disrupting your normal studies
Extra advantage over the competition on the job market
The SMSCP is designed to complement and fit into existing programs of study, not replace them
Students can receive both an industry certification and a school diploma
Multiple implementation possibilities, for example: evening, weekend, skills retraining, accelerated, etc.
Students
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22. Benefits for Teachers
Teachers are certified by Siemens as an expert in the field of mechatronic education – SMSCP Certified Instructor
Certified Instructors have completed the Instructor Certification Program at the Siemens Technik Akademie Berlin
Comprises the general teaching and learning approach course as well as the course-specific curriculum
Recognized practitioner of “System Approach”
Teachers
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23. Benefits for Schools
Mark of distinction as a certified Siemens education partner
Recognition as a provider of the SMSCP Exams
Collaboration opportunities with the Siemens Technik Akademie Berlin to advance and promote Mechatronic education on a local, national, and international level.
Access to an international network of Mechatronic and advanced technology educators and industry partners.
Flexible implementation: opportunity to deliver and implement the program in many ways – evening-, weekend-, part-time-, full-time-program
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Schools
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24. Global Partners Schools who are an official partner of the SMSCP:
Number of current partner schools/institutions (only schools with a written agreement on program implementation, the ones on the slide): 16
Number of schools we work with (incl. non official partners at the moment (no written agreement), but hopefully in the future): 30
Certified Students:230
Certified Teachers:130
Schools who are an official partner of the SMSCP:
14 colleges in the US
1 college in South Korea
1 college in China
5 polytechnics in Malaysia
1 college in Singapore
1 training center in India
Schools who are in the process of becoming an official partner:
6 colleges in the US
2 training centers in South Africa
3 training centers in India
2 colleges in UK
2 college in Indonesia
USA: from KCTCS
Partner School US:
Madisonville Community and Technical College, Owensboro Community College, Jefferson Community College, Bowling Green Community College, Bluegrass Community College, West Kentucky Community College, Motlow State Community College, Cochise Community College, Purdue University, California University of PA, Spartanburg Community College, Piedmont Technical College, Greenville Technical College, Lehigh Career and Technical Institute
Potential Partner Schools US:
Virginia Western Community College, Central Piedmont Community College, South Central Community College, Danville Community College, Macomb Community College, Tri County Community College
Notes about the partners:
China:
Nanjing College of Information Technology – first partner school, first students passed the Level 1 exam successfully in 2008, offer Level 1 and 2 to their students, SMSCP is integrated into the curriculum
Singapore:
ITE College West – started the program in 2007
Offers the SMSCP as a workforce program
Implements at the moment the SMSCP also into their regular study programs
Singapore Workforce Development Agency (partnership started in 2008) – recognized the SMSCP as the standard for mechatronic education in the country  Students in Singapore who complete the SMSCP program will be awarded the Workforce Skills Qualification (WSQ) in mechatronic systems under the Precision Engineering WSQ framework.
Malaysia:
Department of Polytechnic and Community College Education (DPCCE), Malaysia - the department is responsible for 64 learning institutions comprised of 27 Polytechnics and 37 Community Colleges
Partnership started March 2009
Implement the program into their curriculum at the moment, have set up the hardware (Mechatronic System), start soon with student activities
Korea:
Yeungnam College of Science and Technology - Partner since January 2011
Have 7 certified instructors for Level 1 and 2
Implement the program into their regular study programs – it is planed that the first 40 students take the Level 1 SMSCP exam in autumn 2011
India:
Siemens SITRAIN India – Partner since February 2011
2 certified instructor for Level 1 and 2
Prepare the SMSCP courses for students at the moment
Start student activities in summer 2011
Local partner to connect to further colleges and universities in India
Germany:
BMW – cooperation since the beginning of 2010
USA – biggest market with longest history:
KCTCS – first partner in the US, support in the start up phase of the SMSCP – structure, content of the program
Madisonville Community College – workforce and academic program for college students
Bowling Green and Jefferson Technical College – offer the SMSCP as a workforce, academic and high school program
West Kentucky Community College – offer as a academic program
South Carolina Cluster – Piedmont Technical College, Greenville Technical College, Sparanburg Community College, Tri County Technical College  belong to Tec Ready SC; BMW production facilities
Spartanburg Community College – workforce and academic program for college students
Greenville Technical College – workforce and academic program for college students
Piedmont Technical College – academic program for college students
Try County Technical College – academic program for college students
Motlow State Community College (Tennessee), California University of Pennsylvania and Purdue Universities – newest partners
Motlow State Community College - academic program for college students
Cochise College - academic program for college students
California University of Pennsylvania – builds their BA program around SMSCP
Corporate Partners:
Amatrol, Festo Didactic, VCAT, Intelitek
Partners
Siemens SITRAIN
India, South Africa

25. Support Materials
Partner Schools have access to an extensive library of course support materials
Course support material is distributed as a program benefit to our partners via VCAT, our E-Learning and communications
platform
Partner schools and teachers use course support materials to create and deliver Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program courses locally
Course exams are conducted
via VCAT
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Support

26. Contact Siemens Professional Education Siemens Technik Akademie Berlin
Nonnendammallee 104
13629 Berlin
Web:
Contact

27. Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program Implementation Model
Partner College: Central Piedmont Community College
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina USA
Implementation Strategy:
- Integration of SMSCP into Advanced Manufacturing → Mechatronics
degree program (2 Year Technical Degree)
- Students will sit for Level I Certification Exam in Year 1 and Level II
Certification Exam at the end of degree program
Industry Connections:
- Education/Training Partner for Apprenticeship2000-consortium of
European companies, including Siemens, who provide apprenticeship
positions ín technical fields
- Develops specific, short-term training courses for local industries‘ new
and existing workings
- Coordinates Industry Boards for the Energy and Manufacturing Sectors

28. Examples of Job Opportunities: Advanced Manufacturing (I)
Level I
Machine Operator
Level II
Electro-Mechanical Technician
Set up and operate machines.
Observe machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines as necessary.
Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specifications, tooling instructions, and operational sequences.
May perform minor machine maintenance such as oiling and cleaning machines.
Alert supervisor if major repairs/servicing is needed.
Test performance of electro-mechanical assemblies using testing devices such as volt meters.
Analyze and record test results, and prepare written documentation.
Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly.
Install electrical and electronic parts.
Repair, rework, and calibrate hydraulic and pneumatic systems to meet operational specifications and tolerances.
Install and maintenance of robots.
BACK UP!!
A look at some common jobs in various fields that call for a background in mechatronics or integrated technology THAT ALSO correspond to the SMSCP certification levels I and II
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29. Examples of Job Opportunities: Advanced Manufacturing (II)
Level I
Entry-Level Industrial Maintenance Technician
Level II
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic/ Technician
Tend to and observe equipment and machinery to verify efficient and safe operations.
Examine and test machinery and components for defects.
Clean and maintain machinery, equipment, and tools.
Disassemble broken and defective equipment to facilitate repair and reassemble when repairs are complete.
Provide assistance to more skilled technicians in the repair and maintenance of machines.
Repair and replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery and equipment.
Repair and maintain the operating condition of industrial production and processing machinery and equipment.
Observe and test the operation of machinery and equipment in order to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters and other testing devices.
Analyze test results, machine error messages, and information obtained from operators in order to diagnose equipment problems.
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30. Examples for Job Opportunities: Green Energy
Level I
Wind Farm Facility Operator
Level II
Wind Turbine Service & Installation Technician
Operate the generation and transmission system within the normal and emergency limits.
Change loading of generators as required by the power control system.
Proactively monitor, control, evaluate and ensure availability and production during normal and emergency conditions.
Support and direct site personnel in the performance issues and service activities to restore system performance of turbines.
Install, troubleshoot, and maintain the complex electricity generating systems of wind turbines.
Install wiring and electronic equipment and test installed/serviced equipment.
Conduct site surveys.
Train/supervise less experienced employees on procedures, systems, and installation/service techniques.
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31. Examples for Job Opportunities: Energy Power Plant
Level I
Power Plant Operator
Level II
Power Plant Systems Technician
Help operate electrical power plants.
Read, interpret, and adjust meters and system controls to ensure turbines or grids are operating appropriately.
Change loading of turbines/generators as required by the power control system.
May perform routine and preventive maintenance.
May install or service equipment while under supervision.
Adjust and troubleshoot precision electronic pneumatic instrumentation, process controllers, and process control loop components.
Handle large-scale installations of new equipment independently or in teams.
Respond to unexpected breakdowns of equipment and handle major repair operations.
Ensure the efficient operation of the power generation system.
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32. Examples for Job Opportunities: Building Technologies
Level I
Building Maintenance Technician
Level II
Field Service Technician
Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
Assemble, install or repair wiring, electrical and electronic components, pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment.
May diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs as necessary.
May inspect, operate, and test machinery and equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
Install, test, and troubleshoot security, energy, and communication systems.
Repair and resolve problems with systems’ network.
Remove and repair defective modules.
Conduct site visits to analyze customer’s building technology needs. Provide technical support to customers and onsite staff.
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