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Postgraduate Diploma in Quick Tool Change and IO-Link Connectivity

Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Quick Tool Change and IO-Link Connectivity. 8 modules covering IEC 61131-9:2022 (IO-Link), ISO 9409-1:2004 and Siemens TIA Portal. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

Duration800 h
ModeOnline
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Select tool changers according to the application.

02

Integrate pneumatic, electrical and signal utilities.

03

Configure IO-Link networks and their devices.

04

Automate parameterisation after the tool change.

05

Programme change sequences with PLC and robot.

06

Exploit tool diagnostic data.

07

Improve cell flexibility and OEE.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Automation engineer who wants to specialise in Quick Tool Change and IO-Link Connectivity.
  • Robotics integrator who wants to specialise in Quick Tool Change and IO-Link Connectivity.
  • Sensor and communications technician who wants to specialise in Quick Tool Change and IO-Link Connectivity.
  • Maintenance engineer who wants to specialise in Quick Tool Change and IO-Link Connectivity.
  • PLC programmer who wants to specialise in Quick Tool Change and IO-Link Connectivity.
  • Flexible process engineer who wants to specialise in Quick Tool Change and IO-Link Connectivity.
  • Graduates in engineering or science who want to enter the automotive sector.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • IEC 61131-9:2022 (IO-Link)
  • ISO 9409-1:2004
  • IEC 61158 (fieldbuses)
  • ISO 10218-2:2025
  • IEC 62541 (OPC UA)
Syllabus

8 modules · 800 h

  1. 1.1Need for tool change in robotics
  2. 1.2Manual and automatic tool changers
  3. 1.3Pneumatic and electrical locking mechanisms
  4. 1.4Repeatability and load capacity
  5. 1.5Utility passage: air, signal and power
  6. 1.6Tool storage stations
  7. 1.7ISO 9409-1 interfaces and flanges
  8. 1.8Safety during loss of energy
  9. 1.9Selecting a tool changer by application
  10. 1.10Workshop: selecting a changer for three tools
  1. 2.1Pneumatic and vacuum modules
  2. 2.2Electrical and signal modules
  3. 2.3Power and servo transmission
  4. 2.4Fluid and coolant passage
  5. 2.5Cable and hose management
  6. 2.6Design of storage rack supports
  7. 2.7Detection of tool presence
  8. 2.8Tool identification
  9. 2.9Contact wear and maintenance
  10. 2.10Practice: integrating modules into a tool changer
  1. 3.1IO-Link master–device architecture
  2. 3.2Point-to-point communication
  3. 3.3SIO and COM modes
  4. 3.4COM1, COM2 and COM3 speeds
  5. 3.5Process, service and event data
  6. 3.6IODD files and device description
  7. 3.7Class A and class B ports
  8. 3.8Standard M12 cabling
  9. 3.9IO-Link versus conventional I/O
  10. 3.10Laboratory: configuring an IO-Link master
  1. 4.1IO-Link sensors and actuators
  2. 4.2IO-Link electric grippers
  3. 4.3IO-Link vacuum generators
  4. 4.4Data storage and device replacement
  5. 4.5Automatic parameterisation after the change
  6. 4.6IO-Link Wireless for tools
  7. 4.7Hubs and valve modules
  8. 4.8Device diagnostics
  9. 4.9Smart sensor profiles
  10. 4.10Practice: automatic parameterisation of a gripper
  1. 5.1IO-Link masters over PROFINET
  2. 5.2Masters over EtherNet/IP and EtherCAT
  3. 5.3Function blocks in the PLC
  4. 5.4Integration in the robot controller
  5. 5.5Tool change sequences
  6. 5.6Recipe management by tool
  7. 5.7Interlocks and checks
  8. 5.8Error handling during the change
  9. 5.9IO-Link Safety in interchangeable tools
  10. 5.10Laboratory: change sequence with PLC and robot
  1. 6.1Cycle and usage counters
  2. 6.2Condition monitoring
  3. 6.3OPC UA and IO-Link
  4. 6.4Integration with MES
  5. 6.5Predictive tool maintenance
  6. 6.6Traceability by tool
  7. 6.7HMI visualisation
  8. 6.8Alerts and events
  9. 6.9Analysis of change times
  10. 6.10Case study: tool status dashboard
  1. 7.1Multi-process cells with automatic change
  2. 7.2Reducing change times
  3. 7.3Small batches and high variety
  4. 7.4Standardising tool interfaces
  5. 7.5Total cost compared with dedicated cells
  6. 7.6Safety during automatic change
  7. 7.7Validation of the change
  8. 7.8Documentation and training
  9. 7.9Continuous improvement of the system
  10. 7.10Practice: OEE analysis with automatic change
  1. 8.1Definition of the cell and tools
  2. 8.2Selecting the changer
  3. 8.3Design of utilities and storage
  4. 8.4IO-Link network architecture
  5. 8.5Programming the change sequence
  6. 8.6Diagnostics and data
  7. 8.7Validation and measurement of times
  8. 8.8Technical documentation of the cell
  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 assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the enrolment period, which makes it possible to combine the programme with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Siemens TIA Portal, IO-Link Device Tool, SICK SOPAS ET, ifm moneo, Balluff Engineering Tool, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for measuring tool change times, automatic parameterisation of IO-Link devices, and tool diagnostics in the cell. Assessment is continuous per module plus the final integrating project.

Accredited laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor test bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-driven final project:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry-led 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 cybersecurity, DIH and compliance as 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 cell and tools

Select tool changers according to the application.

Selecting the changer

Integrate pneumatic, electrical and signal utilities.

Design of utilities and storage

Configure IO-Link networks and their devices.

IO-Link network architecture

Automate parameterisation after the tool change.

Programming the change sequence

Programme change sequences with PLC and robot.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Automation engineerRobotics integratorSensor and communications technicianMaintenance engineerPLC programmerFlexible process engineer
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 command of Spanish to follow technical standards documentation.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme consists of 800 hours in total, spread over 6 to 8 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours per week on average, compatible with a full-time job.

The programme uses Siemens TIA Portal, IO-Link Device Tool, SICK SOPAS ET, ifm moneo and Balluff Engineering Tool. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

An SEIUM own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It 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 higher programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.

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