Why You Should Invest in EPLAN Training Programmes

As part of the EPLAN Training Academy, we provide a defined, step-by-step training syllabus that covers all the features and applications of EPLAN, including how to create high-quality documentation and defining codes and guidelines to the correct implementation of IEC standards. All of which is conducted by experienced trainers who support participants through all stages of their training. Once you have completed your Basic EPLAN training you can elect to take any of our further courses at any time.

But if you wish to do a structured course over six months and prove your EPLAN knowledge, you can sign up for the EPLAN Certified Engineer Training scheme. After completing a range of courses and taking a final examination verified by the University of Cologne, participants will become an EPLAN Certified Engineer, with a qualification that is valid for three years. Both you and/or your organisation can become accredited in order to prove your EPLAN competence.

Isn’t Knowledge Transferable From One Electrical CAD Application To Another?

Many users are surprised at how different EPLAN is compared to previous applications they may have used, especially if they have come over from a manual CAD application. EPLAN is a very different type of tool. As such, electrical engineers who don’t attend training may use EPLAN in the same way as they have used other systems in the past – meaning that they won’t unlock the full efficiency and productivity potential of the software, nor obtain a sound understanding of how to carry out advanced tasks in EPLAN.

Left to familiarise themselves with the platform on their own, your engineers may take longer to become completely confident and competent with EPLAN and may remain completely unaware of some of its more specialised features altogether. EPLAN’s structured training will showcase how the EPLAN tool is different to other CAD applications and how each function is used, and how these can be applied to different electrical design projects and challenges.

Your Training Roadmap To Success – You Define Your Journey

Every training course follows a distinct programme of topics that progressively builds the participants’ knowledge base and helps them quickly develop expertise in EPLAN. However, this is your learning experience, and you choose your journey. Once you have completed the Basic Electric P8 Part 1 and Part 2 course, you can refer to this Training Roadmap and decide how far you would like to take your learning:

1. Basic Electric P8 Part 1 and Part 2 – 8 days: introducing the tools, features, and standards included with the platform.
2. Macro and device technology – 2 days: learn to create a standardised library of sub-circuits using EPLAN macro and device technology.
3. EBUILD automation – 3 days: use automation to increase design quality, manage your parts database, and shorten lead times.
4. Part and master data creation – 2 days: master the management and creation of forms, symbols, and plot frames to create accurate and compliant designs.
5. PLC and BUS systems – 2 days: increased standardisation and project quality and reduce project planning requirements through an advanced system of PLC controls and bus systems.
6. Set up training – 2 days: learn how to effectively update and install the software and tailor your build to your design style and requirements.
7. Product structuring – 2 days: learn to compartmentalise your system or machine, breaking it down into manageable design sections.
8. Schematic documentation – 2 days: ensure that all your schematic documentation is compliant with international standards, including IEC Standards 81346.

Find Out More

To find out more about our training programmes for electrical design consultants, engineers, and electrical engineering managers, visit our dedicated UK and Ireland microsite where you will learn about each course, the prerequisites and available dates.

Alternatively, enquire today through the contact form, or call 01709 704100 to speak with one of our team directly.