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Postgraduate Diploma in KUKA/ABB/FANUC/Yaskawa Programming Standards

Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in KUKA/ABB/FANUC/Yaskawa Programming Standards. 8 modules covering ISO 10218-1:2025, ISO 9787:2013 and KUKA WorkVisual. Dedicated tutor and open enrolment.

Duration800 h
ModeOnline
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Understand the architectures of the main robot controllers.

02

Programme applications in KRL, RAPID, TP and INFORM.

03

Apply corporate standards for structure and naming.

04

Design standardised PLC-robot interfaces.

05

Manage errors and recovery in a consistent way.

06

Migrate programmes between robot manufacturers.

07

Audit the quality of robot code.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Multi-brand robot programmer looking to specialise in KUKA/ABB/FANUC/Yaskawa Programming Standards.
  • Automation standards engineer looking to specialise in KUKA/ABB/FANUC/Yaskawa Programming Standards.
  • Robotic maintenance technician looking to specialise in KUKA/ABB/FANUC/Yaskawa Programming Standards.
  • Robotic systems integrator looking to specialise in KUKA/ABB/FANUC/Yaskawa Programming Standards.
  • Commissioning engineer looking to specialise in KUKA/ABB/FANUC/Yaskawa Programming Standards.
  • Technical trainer in robotics looking to specialise in KUKA/ABB/FANUC/Yaskawa Programming Standards.
  • Engineering or science graduates looking to enter the automotive sector.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • ISO 10218-1:2025
  • ISO 9787:2013
  • ISO 8373:2021
  • OPC 40010-1 (OPC UA for Robotics)
  • IEC 61131-3:2013
  • ISO 9283:1998
  • IEC 61784-3:2021
Syllabus

8 modules · 800 h

  1. 1.1Architectures of KUKA KR C5
  2. 1.2Architectures of ABB OmniCore
  3. 1.3Architectures of FANUC R-30iB Plus
  4. 1.4Architectures of Yaskawa YRC1000
  5. 1.5Teach pendants and operating modes
  6. 1.6File structure and backups
  7. 1.7Licences and software options
  8. 1.8Manufacturer-integrated safety
  9. 1.9Multi-brand selection criteria
  10. 1.10Workshop: controller comparison
  1. 2.1Structure of .src and .dat programmes
  2. 2.2PTP, LIN, CIRC and SPLINE motions
  3. 2.3Variables, structures and data types
  4. 2.4Interrupts and triggers
  5. 2.5Submit interpreter and background tasks
  6. 2.6PLC communication and I/O
  7. 2.7KUKA.Gripper and KUKA.ArcTech technologies
  8. 2.8Base and tool management
  9. 2.9Debugging in WorkVisual
  10. 2.10Practical exercise: KRL handling programme
  1. 3.1Modules, routines and persistent data
  2. 3.2MoveJ, MoveL and MoveC instructions
  3. 3.3robtarget, tooldata and wobjdata data
  4. 3.4Error management with ERROR handlers
  5. 3.5Multitasking and semiStatic
  6. 3.6Socket communication and PC SDK
  7. 3.7World zones and space supervision
  8. 3.8Programming in RobotStudio
  9. 3.9ABB programme standards
  10. 3.10Laboratory: RAPID application with world zones
  1. 4.1TP programmes and positions
  2. 4.2Numeric and position registers
  3. 4.3User and tool frames
  4. 4.4Macros and background programmes
  5. 4.5Karel for advanced logic
  6. 4.6I/O and communication management
  7. 4.7FANUC DCS
  8. 4.8iRVision options for visual guidance
  9. 4.9Simulation in ROBOGUIDE
  10. 4.10Practical exercise: TP programme with position registers
  1. 5.1Structure of INFORM jobs
  2. 5.2MOVJ, MOVL and MOVC instructions
  3. 5.3Position and user variables
  4. 5.4Concurrent I/O and ladder logic
  5. 5.5Functional Safety Unit
  6. 5.6Coordination with external axes
  7. 5.7MotoPlus and MotoCom
  8. 5.8Simulation in MotoSim
  9. 5.9Yaskawa welding applications
  10. 5.10Laboratory: INFORM job with positioner
  1. 6.1Why standardise across brands
  2. 6.2Automotive OEM standards
  3. 6.3Modular programme structure
  4. 6.4Naming of points and signals
  5. 6.5Standardised PLC-robot interfaces
  6. 6.6Mode and state management
  7. 6.7Homing and error recovery
  8. 6.8Comments and code documentation
  9. 6.9Reusable templates and libraries
  10. 6.10Case study: common KUKA and ABB template
  1. 7.1PLC-robot signal exchange via fieldbus
  2. 7.2Standardised robot interface profiles
  3. 7.3OPC UA Companion Specification for Robotics
  4. 7.4Backups and version control
  5. 7.5Migrating programmes between brands
  6. 7.6Alarm diagnostics by manufacturer
  7. 7.7Multi-brand preventive maintenance
  8. 7.8Training plant personnel
  9. 7.9Code quality auditing
  10. 7.10Practical exercise: migrating a FANUC programme to ABB
  1. 8.1Definition of the common application
  2. 8.2Proposed programming standard
  3. 8.3Implementation in KUKA
  4. 8.4Implementation in ABB
  5. 8.5Implementation in FANUC or Yaskawa
  6. 8.6Common PLC interface
  7. 8.7Testing and comparison of results
  8. 8.8Final style guide
  9. 8.9Report and presentation
  10. 8.10Final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and a dedicated technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, making it easy to combine with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is KUKA WorkVisual, ABB RobotStudio, FANUC ROBOGUIDE, Yaskawa MotoSim EG-VRC, Siemens TIA Portal, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Case studies are based on real procedures for implementing the same application across several brands, robot code audits and programme migration between controllers. Assessment is continuous for each module, plus a final integrative project.

Accredited laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with a rotor test bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-focused Master's Thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry mentoring:lecturers with experience in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible format(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:safety-by-design approach, OT cyber security, DIH and compliance as core pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Definition of the common application

Understand the architectures of the main robot controllers.

Proposed programming standard

Programme applications in KRL, RAPID, TP and INFORM.

Implementation in KUKA

Apply corporate standards for structure and naming.

Implementation in ABB

Design standardised PLC-robot interfaces.

Implementation in FANUC or Yaskawa

Manage errors and recovery in a consistent way.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Multi-brand robot programmerAutomation standards engineerRobotic maintenance technicianRobotic systems integratorCommissioning engineerTechnical trainer in robotics
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. A university degree is not required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient Spanish to follow technical standards documentation.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme totals 800 hours spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with full-time work.

You will work with KUKA WorkVisual, ABB RobotStudio, FANUC ROBOGUIDE, Yaskawa MotoSim EG-VRC and Siemens TIA Portal. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

An SEIUM diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. This is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are credited towards the advanced programme. Please check the credit recognition policy when you enrol.

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