Assistant for automation and computer technology
An assistant for automation and computer technology (AC for short) is a training occupation in Germany as well as an educational program with a state-recognized professional qualification according to state law. The basic rules for the comparability of this occupation can be found in the framework agreement on the training and examination for technical assistants at vocational schools . Changes to the framework agreement 2011. By the school year 2008/2009, this agreement was implemented by the federal states of Berlin , Brandenburg , Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania , Saxony and Thuringia through their own regulations.
Professional goal
Graduates of this specialization from the vocational school should be able to set up controls, regulations and computer technology, to put them into operation and to network them with one another.
requirement
For this course of study, the intermediate level ( Fachoberschulreife ) is required.
duration of training
The full-time school education lasts two years. During this time, various internships and project work must be carried out in accordance with legal regulations.
School content
In addition to the languages German and technical English , political education and sport , the training has different contents and focuses depending on national law. As a rule, however, the following subject area is taught.
Electrical engineering :
Combination of specialist instruction and laboratory exercises in the field of DC and AC technology, electronic components and circuits (e.g. amplifiers or logic circuits with circuits).
Measurement technology :
Combination of specialist instruction and laboratory exercises in the areas of measurement instruments (e.g. oscilloscope, measurement devices for automation technology), electrical measurement of non-electrical quantities, sensors and measurement amplifiers, analog and digital measurement devices and the basics of measurement errors.
Programmable Logic Control (PLC):
Handling control systems and their programming. Modifying existing automation projects and commissioning automated models (e.g. sorting and transport systems), investigating and commissioning control systems (heating and level control).
Automation technology :
Knowledge of control and regulation technology. This includes analyzing the problem, finding and weighing up possible solutions, selecting suitable technical systems and dealing with technical documentation.
Technical mechanics & CAD :
Getting to know mechanical and mechatronic systems as well as the basics of materials technology. Technical documentation on the PC with industry-typical software from the areas of mechanical construction (in two or three-dimensional representation, circuit diagrams of the electrical or control technology).
Computer technology :
Knowledge of the structure and basic functions of a personal computer. Furthermore, the basics in the area of network technology are taught.
Programming :
Combination of specialist teaching and laboratory exercises in the field of programming. Commonly used languages are C ++ and Turbo Pascal. In addition, the binary, hex and octal number systems are taught and the basics of assembler programming are learned.
graduation
At the end of the training, a so-called complex examination must be passed successfully. This final examination usually consists of oral, written and practical parts and is carried out in accordance with state law.
Web links
- Berufenet | 5577 | Assistant for automation and computer technology
- Vocational college ordinance with a timetable for the state of Brandenburg
- Higher vocational school regulation - HBFSVO Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania
Individual evidence
- ↑ Framework agreement of the KMK (PDF file; 200 kB)
- ↑ [1] (PDF file)