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• Computer-based Training Demo
• Computer-based Training Curriculum Map

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• Product Profile (pdf)

Training

Computer-based Training

Hands-on training with real world examples is the key to learning and retention. This is especially true of Rockwell Automation computer-based training courses. Our computer-based training courses provide engaging, interactive features that enhance your learning experience:

• Interactive and integrated exercises
• Animated and descriptive technical explanations
• Interactive software simulations
• Knowledge post-tests
• Online help
  

Licensing options
RSTrainer products use FactoryTalk Activation. The standard RSTrainer ships with a single node-locked activation and is licensed for use on a single machine. RSTrainer Enterprise Edition ships with five licenses and is designed to provide greater flexibility with managing multiple-users concurrently over a network. Enterprise Edition is ideal for companies that have a large number of people to train.

If you are looking for self-directed and self-paced instruction, the following courses are available on CD-ROM. Click on a link to view more information about the course content:

New Self Study Training Kit
Modular Programming for Machine Applications: Follow a technical expert through video and audio instruction and learn how to produce a software design specification for a machine or line of machines.

Communications

• RSTrainer for RSLinx Software
• RSTrainer for EtherNet/IP - Communications and Diagnostics — Available Now!
• RSTrainer for EtherNet/IP - Hardware and IP Addressing — Available Now!
• RSTrainer for EtherNet/IP Bundle (Includes 2 EtherNet/IP CBTs) — Available Now!
  

ControlLogix & RSLogix 5000 Software

• RSTrainer for ControlLogix Fundamentals
• RSTrainer for RSLogix 5000 Software — Project Configuration
• RSTrainer for RSLogix 5000 Software — Offline Programming
• RSTrainer for RSLogix 5000 Software — Online Monitoring
• RSTrainer for RSLogix 5000 Software — Motion
• RSTrainer for RSLogix 5000 Software Bundle
  

Industrial Automation

• RSTrainer for Hydraulics
  

PLC-5 & RSLogix 5 Software

• RSTrainer for RSLogix 5 Software
  

Visualization

• The RSTrainer for RSView ME Software Bundle
  
  The RSTrainer® for RSView Machine Edition Software bundle is a three-part series of interactive computer-based training courses designed to teach you the core tasks required to effectively create, build, and test an HMI application using RSView ME Software. In addition, it gives you the ability to learn quickly in a self-paced environment by directing your learning and selecting tasks related to your application, including creating displays, working with drawing and interactive objects, and testing an application.
  
  The RSTrainer for RSView Machine Edition Software bundle contains these three CBT courses:
  • RSTrainer for RSView ME Software — Applications and Displays [9393-RSTVMEPT1]
  • RSTrainer for RSView ME Software — Drawing Objects [9393-RSTVMEPT2]
  • RSTrainer for RSView ME Software — Interactive Objects [9393-RSTVMEPT3]
    
  Catalog Number
  Use the 9393-RSTVMEALL catalog number when purchasing the RSTrainer for RSView Machine Edition Software bundle.
  
  To Purchase
  To purchase this or any other RSTrainer course, contact your local authorised Allen-Bradley Distributor or local Sales/Support office.
  
  
• RSTrainer for RSView ME Software — Applications and Displays
• RSTrainer for RSView ME Software — Drawing Objects
• RSTrainer for RSView ME Software — Interactive Objects
  

SLC-500 & RSLogix 500 Software

• RSTrainer for SLC 500 — Hardware Fundamentals
• RSTrainer for SLC 500 — Programming Fundamentals
• RSTrainer for SLC 500 Fundamentals Bundle
• RSTrainer for RSLogix 500 Software — Online Monitoring
• RSTrainer for RSLogix 500 Software — Offline Programming
• RSTrainer for RSLogix 500 Software — Documenting and Searching
• RSTrainer for RSLogix 500 Software Bundle - Includes all three RSLogix 500 titles!
• RSCompanion for SLC 500 and MicroLogix
  

Miscellaneous

• RSTrainer Student Manager
  

Click one of the following topics for more information:

• Web-based training vs. computer-based training - choosing the right solution to meet your needs
  
  Choosing Web-Based or Computer-Based Training
  Consider the following features when choosing the training delivery method that is best suited to your needs:
  

  Features	Rockwell Automation Web-Based Training	Rockwell Automation Computer-Based Training
  Learner-centered design	X	X
  Accommodation of individual learning styles	X	X
  Flexible training delivery - at any time	X	X
  Location	X (any internet connection)	X (any location)
  Training audience size	Unlimited	CD-ROM formatted for a single training participant
  User control of learning	X	X
  Usage (first-time course completion and repeats)	1 year - unlimited	Unlimited
  Easy access/installation	X	X
  Embedded quizzes and check knowledge	NA	X
  Pre- and post-testing	X	NA
  Learning Management System	X (embedded)	X (RSTrainer Student Manager software)
  Extended learning opportunities and links to external resources	X	X

  
  
• Minimum system requirements
  
  • Pentium 166 processor (or above)
  • Windows 98SE, ME, NT4, 2000, or XP operating system
  • 20 MB of available hard drive space
  • 640 x 480 video resolution
  • 16x CD-ROM drive
  • Windows compatible pointing device
  • Sound card with speakers

For questions and comments, please email trainingservices@ra.rockwell.com