CIMLine Maintenance Training
Course Outline

Course Objectives
Throughout this course Designated Maintenance Technician (DMT) will learn how to troubleshoot and maintain your CIMline System using established EGS Gauging Inc. techniques. The DMT will be able to locate and solve both process and system problems with minimal support form EGS Gauging Inc. This course provided the DMT with system knowledge through lecture, discussion and hands on training.

Prerequisites
The DMT must have basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills and be proficient in the use of a volt/ahm meter. The candidate must know and understand the machine process and be able to read and comprehend schematic drawings. This person must be attentive to detail and be willing to stick with a problem until either the problem is resolved or there is mutual agreement between EGS Gauging Inc. Representative and the DMT to continue at a later time. Additionally, the DMT must have the ability to work with other persons involved in the use of the CIMline System (Prime User Operator) and have the ability to train others to provide the same level of system support. Finally this person must have sufficient written and verbal communication skills to enable him or her to provide proper and complete record keeping (e.g. maintain the system logbook) and also convey detailed information over the telephone.

Course Content
	System Overview
	Safety
	Ethernet Network
	Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) Hardware
	Operator Console
	Scanner Frame
	Beta Sensor Overview
	Full Spectrum Infrared (FSIR) Sensor Overview
	Process Interface
	Auto Profile Control (APC)
	CIMLINK
	Alarms and Messages
	Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
	System Support

Evaluation
Each attendee will take a 60-minute examination covering safety issues and common troubleshooting procedures. Results of the exam will be available for customer review. Upon successful completion of the course, the attendee will receive a Course Certificate.

Courseware
Each attendee will receive all necessary materials to complete the course.

CIMLine Maintenance Training
Course Schedule

Introduction
The instructor and students will get to know each other then hold a brief discussion of course objectives and the dos – and don’t of visiting EGS Gauging Inc.

System Overview
Describes the role that each major item plays within the CIMLINE System. Explains the Advanced Universal Module (AUM) and how it serves as a distributed processor within the CIMLINE architecture.

Safety
Discussion of safety measures to be used when working in and around the CIMLINE System. Includes electrical and mechanical safety from both a personnel and equipment standpoint, Electrostatic Discharge Control (ESD) and Radiation Safety.

Ethernet Network
Describes the Ethernet network and its role in the CIMLINE System.

Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) Hardware
Describes the DEC hardware along with testing techniques that are used to identify problems.

Operator Console
Explains console computer redundancy and console support equipment.

Scanner Frame
Deals with the sensor transport mechanism, Scanner AUM, and the various signals present in the scanner frame. Also shows how to use the scanner Electronic Redundancy Option (ERO) to diagnose scanner problems.

Beta Sensor Overview
Explains the functionality of the Beta Sensor provided by EGS Gauging. This part is based on specific system configuration. A more detailed course is available. Contact EGS Gauging for further details.

Full Spectrum Infrared (FSIR) Sensor Overview
Provides a brief explanation of the FSIR Sensor provided by EGS Gauging Inc. This part is based on specific system configuration. A more detailed course is available. Contact EGS Gauging Inc. for further details.

Process Interface
Discusses the various methods used to interface the machine process variables to the CIMLINE System. This part is based on specific system configuration.

Auto Profile Control (APC)
Describes all the pieces associated with the APC unit. Explains how the devices interact with one another. Shows how the console computer maintains supervision of the profile controller.

CIMLINK
Discusses how the CIMLINE System interfaces to the various smart controllers available.

Alarms and Messages
Teaches the student to interpret and use the CIMLINE System alarms and messages as diagnostic tools.

Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
Throughout the course, the student will learn those techniques used to diagnose problems. The student will also learn to use the CIMLINE System as a base for finding and correcting problems.

System Support
Discusses the EGS Gauging Inc. documentation along with the need to maintain up-to-date records of the system performance. Explains how to get assistance when troubleshooting problems. Shows how to order spare and replacement parts.

Course Registration
Classes are held at EGS Gauging Inc. Reservations are on first come, first serve basis and must be made no less than two weeks before the scheduled class. For reservations contact the EGS Gauging Inc. Customer Service Department at 1-800-366-2533 or FAX your request to (978) 667-4146, Attention: Tricia Muzerall or Jim Judkins.

Course Cost
$2200 for first student, all others attending the same class is at a $ 200 discount. Course cost does not include travel and living expenses.

Cancellations
There will be a cancellation fee of 20% applied to all students canceling within three weeks of a class and a 50% fee for all "no-shows".

Rescheduling
EGS Gauging Inc. reserves the right to reschedule a class if there are less than three participants.