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                     2021 Training
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2021 Training Course Catalog - l - MTS Systems
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                            Training Centers

                            Americas Training Center      Asia Training Center                  Europe Training Center
                            MTS Systems Corporation       MTS Korea, Inc.                       MTS Systems GmbH
                            14000 Technology Drive        4th F., ATEC Tower, 289, Pangyo-ro,   Hohentwielsteig 3
                            Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2290   Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si,              14163 Berlin
                            USA                           Gyeonggi-do 13488 Korea               Germany
                            Telephone: 1-952-937-4000     Telephone: +82-31-728-1600            Telephone: +49-30-81002-8222
                            Toll Free: 1-800-328-2255     E-mail: mtsk-info@mts.com             E-mail: training.europe@mts.com
                            E-mail: info@mts.com
                            Internet: www.mts.com

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Course Selection
Overview                                               Training alternatives

As your partner in successful testing,                 MTS can provide onsite presentations
MTS provides in-depth, focused training                of all course offerings. MTS also has the
on the operation of the products you have              expert capability to develop custom
purchased. We offer classroom training in              courses on a broad range of test-related
three Regional Training Centers, located               subjects not covered in the course schedule.
in the USA, Korea, and Germany.                        (Please allow three months for onsite

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       AEROSPACE (STRUCTURAL & COMPONENT)
                                                       course scheduling.)

                                                                               AMERICAS TRAINING CENTER

                                                                                                                                 EUROPE TRAINING CENTER

                                                                                                                                                                                                 GEO & CIVIL ENGINEERING
                                                                                                          ASIA TRAINING CENTER

                                                                                                                                                                  GROUND VEHICLES

                                                                                                                                                                                    BIOMEDICAL

                                                                                                                                                                                                                           MATERIALS
Test System Operation & Application Theory Courses
D E S C R IP TIO N 				PA G E NU M B E R 						 SERVICE PRODUCT CODE

 Damper Test System Operation                                                    √			                                                                      5          √  		√ 		                                                                                             TRDTSOC
 Durability Testing Technology                                                   √ √		                                                                     6          √     √		                                                                                             TRDTTC
 Elastomer Testing on Controllers with MTS Series 793 Software                   √ √ √                                                                     7          √			√		                                                                                               TRETC793C
 Test Rig Design                                                                 √ 			                                                                     8          √ √ √ √ √                                                                                             TRTRDC

Software Operation Courses
D E S C R IP TIO N 				PA G E NU M B E R 						 SERVICE PRODUCT CODE

  MTS Hardware Concepts & Series 793 Software                            √ √		                                                                              9  √ √ √ √ √                                                                                                    TRCAHOMTWC
		MTS Series 793 Advanced Software Operation			 √                                                                                                          10  √ √ √ √ √                                                                                                    TR793ASOC
  MTS Series 793 Software with MultiPurpose TestWare® (MPT™) Test Design √ √ √                                                                             11  √ √ √ √ √                                                                                                    TRCAMTSC
  MTS Series 793 Software with MTS TestSuite™ Elite (mpe) Test Design    √ √ √                                                                             12  √ √		√ √                                                                                                     TRCAMTSMSC
  MTS TestSuite Multipurpose Elite (mpe) Software                        √ √ √                                                                             13  √ √		√ √                                                                                                     TRMTSMSC
  MTS TestSuite TW Software                                              √ √ √                                                                             15  √ √ √ √ √                                                                                                    TRTSTWEC
  MTS TestSuite mpe Advanced 			 √                                                                                                                         17  √ √ √ √ √                                                                                                    TTRTSMPEADVC
  MTS Acumen Operation with MTS TestSuite Multipurpose Elite Software    √			                                                                              18  √ √		√		                                                                                                     TTRACUMTSMPE
  AeroPro™ Software Operation*                                           √			                                                                              19					√                                                                                                         TRAPOC
		AeroPro Administrator*                                                 √		√                                                                              19					√                                                                                                         TRAPAC
  Fatigue & Fracture with MTS TestSuite Software*                        √			                                                                              20  √ √ √ √ √                                                                                                    TRFFSC
  Component RPC Pro Software Operation                                   √ √ √                                                                             21  √		√			                                                                                                      TRCFPSOC
  RPC Pro® Software Operation                                            √ √ √                                                                             22  √		√			                                                                                                      TRRPSOC
  RPC Pro® Advanced Software Operation                                   √ √ √                                                                             23  √		√			                                                                                                      TRRPASOC
  RPC Pro® Fatigue Tools                                                 √ √ √                                                                             24  √		√			                                                                                                      TRBRPPFATADDC
  RPC Pro® Fatigue Tools - (Advanced)                                    √ √ √                                                                             25  √		√   		                                                                                                    TRARPPFATADDC
  RPC® Connect Advanced Software Operation                               √ √ √                                                                             26  √		√			                                                                                                      TRRPCCASOC
  RPC® Connect Basic Software Operation                                  √ √ √                                                                             27  √		√			                                                                                                      TRRPCCBSOC
  RPC® Connect User Transition from RPC Pro                              √ √ √                                                                             28  √		√			                                                                                                      TRRPCCUTRANSC

Training/Consulting Package										 SERVICE PRODUCT CODE

 MTS TestSuite MPE Training/Consulting Package (Contact MTS Training for details)			                                                                       14                       				                                                                                    TTRTSMPETCP
 MTS TestSuite TWE Training/Consulting Package
 (2 days software training plus 2 days consulting on custom test methods)                			                                                               16						 TTRTSTWETCP

RPC Pro® Software Training Course Comparison
 Comparison Charts				                                                                                                                                    32-33
* Not regularly scheduled, but available on request.

On-Line Training
DESCRIPTION                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 SERVICE PRODUCT CODE

 RemoteTR - Series 793 Configuration                                                                                                                       29                                                                                                               TTR793CONFIG
 RemoteTR - Series 793 Operator Introduction                                                                                                               29                                                                                                               TTR793OPINTRO
 RemoteTR - MultiPurpose TestWare Operator Introduction                                                                                                    30                                                                                                               TTR793MPTINTRO
 RemoteTR - TestSuite mpe Operator Introduction                                                                                                            30                                                                                                               TTRTSMPEOPINTR
 RemoteTR - TestSuite twe Operator Introduction                                                                                                            31                                                                                                               TTRTSTWEOPINTR
 RemoteTR - TestSuite twe Test Design & Results                                                                                                            31                                                                                                               TTRTSTWEEXPDTA
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Registration

      To register for an MTS training course, call        Cancellation policy                                Training at your facility can be more
      the appropriate Regional Training Center.                                                              cost effective
                                                          MTS reserves the right to cancel a class
      » Americas Training Center                          if there is not sufficient registration four       If you have a large group needing training,
        1-952-937-4000                                    weeks prior to the start date of the class.        consider the cost effectiveness of having
      » Asia Training Center                              MTS will not reimburse any prearranged             MTS provide training at your facility.
        +82-31-728-1600                                   travel-related expenses if a class is cancelled.
                                                                                                             MTS will deliver any course at your
      » Europe Training Center                            If you cannot attend the course after you          facility. Please see price list for base rates
        +49-30-81002-222                                  have registered, you must cancel your              that include tuition, text materials, and all
                                                          registration at least one week prior to the        other classroom supplies for the students.
      Training course schedules are available online at
                                                          start of the course. Persons who do not
      www.mts.com.                                                                                           You are responsible for providing all
                                                          attend a course and who do not cancel
                                                                                                             hands-on training equipment, classroom
                                                          their reservations will be assessed a
                                                                                                             facilities, and training aids such as projectors.
      Confirmation                                        non-notification of cancellation fee.

      MTS will send you a confirmation email of
      your course registration. Prices for standard       Customized training                                   B E NE F IT S O F O NSIT E T RA INING
      courses include tuition, text materials, class
                                                          If you have specialized needs requiring               »   More economical for groups of four or more.
      supplies, classroom refreshments, and lunch.
                                                          custom training, MTS can help. MTS has a
      All other expenses are the responsibility                                                                 »   Often provides answers to the specific
                                                          large staff of engineer trainers with a wide
      of the student.                                                                                               questions facing your company.
                                                          range of experience. In many cases,
                                                          customized training may be combined                   »   By using your equipment for the hands-on
      Software Support Plan (SSP) Training Package        with a solution to an issue you may be
                                                                                                                    training, the students learn exactly how to
                                                          experiencing.
      If you are an SSP customer using RPC/                                                                         use their testing system configuration.
      cRPC or AeroPro software, you are                   Please contact MTS for a quote for your custom
                                                          training requirements.                                »   Scheduling flexibility can resolve shift work
      entitled to 1 pass for up to 2 training
                                                                                                                    and other group logistics issues often
      courses per 12-month contract period.
      Reference your SSP Contract Number                                                                            associated with larger groups.
      when registering for the courses to use
      each pass. Note this pass does not include
      travel or lodging costs, and is only for
      courses at MTS training facilities.

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Damper Test System Operation
3 day course

                                                 This course provides you with the fundamentals of damper testing and the use of the
C O URS E O U TLIN E
                                                 MTS Damper Software running on MTS Series 793 software to execute tests in your
I.    Introduction                               laboratory. Damper test setup, execution, and analysis are covered through classroom
II.   Damper Testing Principles & Issues         lectures and laboratory exercises. Both Performance and Durability testing are
      A. The damper test market                  covered.
      B. Damper test techniques
      C. Current trends in damper testing
      D. Damper test solutions                   Who should attend                              Prerequisites
III. Mechanical Aspects of a Damper
                                                 This course is targeted at damper system       Students must have a thorough
      Test Frame
                                                 operators, test engineers, and laboratory      understanding of Series 793 software
      A. Frame & actuator design
                                                 managers. For more advanced topics that        including PID tuning, signal offsets, and
      B. Performance test requirements
                                                 address your specific testing needs, contact   limit settings. For those who are new to the
		 vs. durability test requirements
                                                 MTS about consulting services.                 MTS controllers with Series 793 software,
      C. Accumulator sizing
                                                                                                MTS strongly recommends attending either
IV. Damper Test Software Introduction
                                                                                                the MTS Hardware Concepts and Series 793
      A. Damper software installation
                                                                                                Software course or the MTS Series 793
      B. PC requirements & controller platform
                                                                                                Software with MultiPurpose TestWare (MPT)
		requirements
                                                                                                Test Design course prior to taking the
V.    Laboratory Damper Testing
                                                                                                Damper class.
VI. Damper Test System Software
      A. Damper channel & signal configuration
      B. Concepts of performance testing
      C. Concepts of durability testing
      D. Concepts of temperature sweep testing
      E. Concepts of sine sweep testing
      F. Gas & seal friction testing
      G. Concepts of NVH testing
VII. Damper Test Analysis
      A. Creating a test workbook
      B. Opening a test workbook
      C. Data plotting & reporting
VIII. Example Tests
      A. Create & run a performance test
      B. Create & run a durability test
      C. Create & run a temperature sweep test
      D. Create & run a sine sweep test
      E. Create & run a NVH test

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Durability Testing Technology
2 day course

                                                              In this course, your instructor presents the principles for fatigue-correlated durability
        CO U R S E O U TLINE
                                                              testing of ground vehicles and their components using servohydraulic laboratory test
        I.   Introduction                                     equipment. You examine the choices required when designing a durability test, from
             A. Durability testing objectives                 vehicle instrumentation and data collection through test rig design and test excitation.
             B. Durability testing in the vehicle             The course includes an introduction to fatigue analysis methodologies applicable to
        		      development process                           durability test data editing, test correlation, and evaluation. Numerous test examples and
        II. Assessment of Service Conditions                  problem-solution scenarios are included. Particular emphasis is given to the design
             A. In-service & proving ground loading           of fatigue tests for ground vehicle structures and components subjected to variable
             B. Road-load data acquisition                    amplitude loading. Test rig design is introduced in this course. A more rigorous,
             C. Transducer selection & vehicle                detailed approach to design is provided in another MTS course called
        		instrumentation                                     Test Rig Design.
             D. Recording systems
             E. Digitization of data
             F. Time & frequency domain analysis              Who should attend                              Prerequisites
        III. Laboratory Reproduction of Service               The course is excellent training for test or   A technical degree or equivalent
             Conditions                                       design engineers and technicians who           background in test applications is
             A. Fixturing                                     require an understanding of modern             preferred.
             B. Servohydraulic test systems & components      simulation testing methods.
        IV. Programming of Test Systems
                                                              » It should be especially useful for
             A. Test excitation
                                                                engineers who are planning new test
             B. Servocontrollers
                                                                facilities, or who must regularly
             C. Servoloop tuning & stabilization techniques
                                                                request testing services from other
             D. Command compensation methods
                                                                departments.
        V. Test Evaluation Metrics
             A. Test correlation                              » It will be helpful for experienced
                                                                test engineers and technicians
             B. Fatigue analysis methods
                                                                who are looking to fill gaps in their
        		      (load-, stress-, & strain-life)
                                                                understanding, and for lab managers
             C. Cycle counting
                                                                and technicians who desire a broader
             D. Damage accumulation
                                                                understanding of test design.

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Elastomer Testing on Controllers with MTS Series 793 Software
3 day course

                                                     This is a basic course that covers the use of MTS Elastomer Test Systems using digital
C O U RS E O U TLIN E
                                                     controllers with Series 793 Software. Training includes an overview of viscoelastic
I. Day 1                                             theory, test system setup, and operation with practical test examples and data analysis
    A. System Overview                               as it pertains to tests available with the MTS Model 793.31 Dynamic Characterization
    B. Elastomer Software Overview                   and Model 793.33 Static Deflection software. Test setup, execution, and analysis are
    C. Typical Static Deflection Test                covered through classroom lectures and laboratory exercises.
    D. Static Deflection Test Data
                                                     Note: This course does not include the ElastomerExpress™ Application.
    E. Basic Elastomer Theory Part 1
    F. Static Deflection Test in Simulation
    G. Static Deflection Lab
                                                     Who should attend                                             Prerequisites
    H. Static Deflection Macros
II. Day 2                                            This course is targeted for engineers new                     Students must have a thorough
    A. Basic Dynamic Characterization Test           to elastomer testing using MTS controllers                    understanding of Series 793 software
    B. Dynamic Characterization Test Data            with Series 793 software, whether they are                    including PID tuning, signal offsets, and
    C. Basic Elastomer Theory Part 2                 new to the test lab or they are just setting                  limit settings. For those who are new to
    E. Dynamic Characterization Test in Simulation   up a test system. For more advanced topics                    the MTS controllers with Series 793
    F. Dynamic Characterization Lab                  that address your specific testing needs,                     software, MTS strongly recommends
    G. Dynamic Characterization Macros               contact MTS about consulting services.                        attending either the MTS Hardware
III. Day 3                                                                                                         Concepts and Series 793 Software course or
    A. Finish up Dynamic Characterization                                                                          the MTS Series 793 Software with
    B. Basic Elastomer Theory Part 3                                                                               MultiPurpose TestWare (MPT) Test Design
    C. Transmissibility                                                                                            course prior to taking the Elastomer
    D. Control Parameter Sets                                                                                      Applications class. All prerequisites are
    E. Process Settings                                                                                            the responsibilities of the student.
    F. Demo Mode
    G. Load Path Deflection Correction Set
    H. Conditioning Errors
    I. Acceleration Errors
    J. Tech Support

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Test Rig Design
1.5 day course

                                            This course is available as a companion to the 3-day training course on Durability
         CO U R S E O U TLINE               Testing Technology, or as a stand-alone course. The course focuses on the principles of
         I. Test Rig Concept Definition     test rig fixture design for testing vehicle components.
         II. Design criteria
              A. Stiffness
                                            Important mechanical design issues           employees of existing facilities or
              B. Mass
                                            are addressed, including:                    employees involved in setting up a new
              C. Strength/durability
              D. Safety                     » Restraint                                  testing rig or laboratory. It will also be
         III. Component Selection           » Fixture kinematics                         valuable for engineers and technicians
              A. Bellcranks                 » Safety                                     who have experience with certain aspects
              B. Actuators                  » Performance                                of test technology and who desire expanded
              C. Servovalves                » Component sizing
                                                                                         knowledge of test rigs and fixtures.
              D. Hydraulic power supplies   » Common test configurations
              E. Accumulators
              F. Bearings                                                                Prerequisites
                                            Who should attend
              G. Bolted connections                                                      A technical degree or equivalent
              H. Reaction bases             This course was developed for engineers      background in test applications is
                                            and technicians who are new to the           preferred.
                                            technology, whether they are new

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MTS Hardware Concepts & Series 793 Software
5 day course

                                                 The MTS Hardware Concepts and Series 793 Software* class will introduce and familiarize
C O U RS E O U TLIN E                            the students with the correct set-up and operation of MTS material, simulation, and
I.   Introduction                                component test systems. The course content is designed for individuals new to
     A. Test system definitions and overview     servohydraulic testing. The instructor will discuss major system components and
     B. Lab demonstration                        present the principles of closed-loop servo control. The course also introduces the
II. Hardware                                     students to basic operating principles of a digitally controlled servohydraulic test
     A. Hydraulic power supplies                 system. Students are provided with a hands-on approach to learn the operation of the
     B. Hydraulic service manifolds              controller and its related system electronic, hydraulic, and mechanical components.
     C. Accumulators                             The five-day course will cover opening and running a test in both MultiPurpose
     D. Servovalves
                                                 TestWare (MPT) and MTS TestSuite (mpe) Software. The course does not cover
		 1. 2-stage servovalve
                                                 designing tests in these applications. Sessions consist of a combination of classroom
                                                 and laboratory exercises using the Series 793 software.
		 2. 3-stage servovalve
     E. Actuators
     F. Mechanical components
III. Project Manager                             Who should attend                                 Prerequisites
     A. Project basics                           This five-day course is geared toward             Students should have some operator
     B. Default projects                         users who are new to servohydraulics or           experience with their system prior to
IV. Station Builder                              have limited experience using them.               attending. For assistance in determining
     A. Hardware/closed-loop fundamentals        They need to learn the basics of the              which class would appropriate for you,
     B. Resource identification                  hardware and be able to operate the               please contact the MTS Training
     C. Configuration                            digital controller software. The pace of          department. All prerequisites are the
     D. Channel/control mode/hydraulic design/   the class is designed to ensure all students      students’ responsibility.
		 Channel Limited Channel (CLC)                 have the opportunity and time to engage
     E. Inputs - internal/external/calculated    all topics and concepts presented.
     F. Outputs
     G. Digital I/O                              Learning outcome
V. Station Manager
                                                 The students will have a functional
     A. Setup/Initial arrangement
                                                 understanding of the hydraulic power
     B. Windows/menus
                                                 unit (HPU), hydraulic service manifold
     C. Display options
                                                 (HSM), servovalve, fluid care, closed
     D. Command options
                                                 loop control, actuators and load frames,
     E. Detectors and actions
                                                 limit functions, tuning. They will have
     F. Input offset/zero
                                                 an understanding of the relationship of
     G. Calibration file management
                                                 software adjustments to the hardware.
		 (not calibration procedures)
     H. Scopes and meters                        The students will be able to launch the
     I. Digital inputs/outputs usage             application, open the proper configuration/
     J. Parameter set management                 parameter set, properly control the
     K. Tuning principles                        hydraulics, manually command the
VI. Basic TestWare (BTW)                         control channel, install specimens safely
     A. Data acquisition setup
                                                 in their fixturing, manually tune control
     B. Data file buffers training
                                                 modes, set limits, offset inputs. The students
                                                 will be able to open and run a test in
     C. Peak valley change detector training
                                                 MultiPurpose TestWare (MPT) and MTS
VII. MTS MultiPurpose TestWare Fundamentals
                                                 TestSuite Multipurpose (mpe) software.
     A. Window navigation and definitions
     B. Executing procedures
VIII.MTS TestSuite Fundamentals                  * Series 793 Software operates the FlexTest and
     A. Window navigation and definitions        TestStar controllers.

     B. Executing test runs
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MTS Series 793 Advanced Software Operation
3 day course

                                                  The Series 793 Software operates the FlexTest SE, FlexTest 40, FlexTest 60, FlexTest 100
        C O U R S E O U TLINE
                                                  and FlexTest 200 controllers. The MTS Series 793 Software Advanced Operation class
        I.     Introduction                       addresses options and tools of the Series 793 software that require in-depth knowledge
        II.    User-Defined Actions               of the system, such as advanced control modes, calculations and hardware
        III. Advanced control modes               configurations.
               A. Channel-limited-channel
               B. Dual Mode compensation
                                                  Who should attend                            Prerequisites
               C. Cascade Control
        IV.    Advanced Adaptive Compensation     This course is designed for students who     Students should be familiar with Series 793
               A. ALC                             have a good working knowledge of their       Software. Several of the subjects
        V.     Calculations                       testing system and its operation. They       in the Series 793 Advanced Software
               A. Calculated inputs and outputs   desire instruction on the advanced           Operation class require software options
               B. Calculated channels             system capabilities.                         that may not be installed on all systems.
               C. MPT variables                                                                All prerequisites are the responsibility of
        VI. Advanced Tools                                                                     the student.
               A. HWI Editor
               B. Systems Options Editor
               C. Project Manager
        VII. Calibration (on request)

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MTS Series 793 Software with MultiPurpose TestWare (MPT) Test Design
4 day course

The MTS Series 793 Software* with MultiPurpose TestWare                             the controller and its related system electronic, hydraulic, and
Test Design class introduces you to basic operating principles                      mechanical components. Sessions consist of a combination of
of a digitally controlled servohydraulic test system. Students                      classroom and laboratory exercises. Students will set up and run
are provided with a hands-on approach to learn the operation of                     monotonic and cyclic tests using the concepts they have learned.

                                                                                                      Who should attend
C O UR S E O U TLIN E
                                                                                                      This 4-day course is designed for students who
I.    Introduction                                     I. Auxiliary inputs configuration              have a practical working knowledge of a closed
II.   Overview 793 Application Set                     J. Output configuration                        loop servohydraulic testing system and have
      A. Application functions                         K. Scopes and meters creation, edit            experience operating their own test system.
      B. Hierarchy                               		       and adjustment                              They desire instruction on adjusting the
III. Project Manager                                   L. Digital inputs/outputs usage                servohydraulic system and designing tests. The
      A. Project basics                                M. Parameter set management                    class pace assumes the students have a
      B. Define/create/Edit Projects                   N. Tuning principles & control mode            fundamental understanding of their MTS
      C. Default projects                        		considerations                                     servohydraulic testing system.
      D. Project management                            O. Control compensation adjustment
IV.    Station Builder                           		       and configuration                           Learning outcome
      A. Hardware/closed-loop fundamentals             P. Calculation and formula definitions
                                                                                                      The students will be able to open the proper
      B. Resource identification                       Q. Utilities tools and options
                                                                                                      configuration/parameter set and manually
      C. Configuration                           VI.   MultiPurpose TestWare (MPT)
                                                                                                      command the control channel. They will have
      D. Channel/control mode/hydraulic                A. Introduction/overview
                                                                                                      an understanding of the interaction of specimen
		        design/Channel Limited Channel (CLC)         B Procedures
                                                                                                      installation, offset inputs, and limit actions. The
      E. Inputs - internal/external/calculated         C. Processes
                                                                                                      students will create inputs and control modes.
      F. Outputs                                       D. Specimens
                                                                                                      They will be able to monitor test inputs and
      G. Digital I/O                                   E. Sequencing
                                                                                                      control in real time and understand effects of
      H. Calculation/options                           F. Command processes
                                                                                                      tuning and specimen characteristics. The
V.    Station Manager                                  G. Data acquisition processes
                                                                                                      students will create both monotonic and cyclic
      A. Setup/initial arrangement                     H. Event processes
                                                                                                      test procedures using MultiPurpose TestWare
      B. Windows/menus                                 I. Special processes
                                                                                                      (MPT) procedures that will feature both
      C. Display options                               J. Grouping processes
                                                                                                      advanced test flow concepts and data collection.
      D. Command options                               K. Monitoring capabilities
      E. Detectors and actions edit and                L. Executing tests
                                                                                                      Prerequisites
		adjustment                                           M. Procedure options
      F. Custom detector usage and creation            N. Create/edit/modify MPT procedures           Students should have operator experience with
      G. Input offset/zero edit and adjustment         O. Create/edit/modify specimen folders         their system prior to attending the course.
      H. Calibration file management (not              P. Test design considerations                  Students must have a full understanding of
		        calibration procedures)                                                                     basic closed loop control concepts and
                                                                                                      fundamental testing knowledge. Students
                                                                                                      should also have a working knowledge of the
                                                                                                      operating system and its graphical user
                                                                                                      interface. For students new to servohydraulic
                                                                                                      test systems, we strongly recommend attending
                                                                                                      the MTS Hardware Concepts and Series 793
                                                                                                      Software course. For assistance in determining
                                                                                                      which class would appropriate for you, please
                                                                                                      contact the MTS Training department. All
                                                                                                      prerequisites are the students’ responsibility.
                                                                                                      * Series 793 Software operates the FlexTest and
                                                                              11                      TestStar controllers.
MTS Series 793 Software with MTS TestSuite Elite (mpe) Test Design
4 day course

        The MTS Series 793 Software* with MTS TestSuite Test Design class introduces the                Who should attend
        basic operating principles of a digitally controlled servohydraulic test system. Students are
                                                                                                        This 4-day course is designed for students
        provided with a hands-on approach to learn the operation of the controller and its
                                                                                                        who have a practical working knowledge
        related system electronic, hydraulic, and mechanical components. Sessions consist of a
                                                                                                        of a closed loop servohydraulic testing
        combination of classroom and laboratory exercises. Students will set up and run
                                                                                                        system and have experience operating their
        monotonic and cyclic tests using concepts learned.
                                                                                                        own test system. They desire instruction
                                                                                                        on adjusting the servohydraulic system and
                                                                                                        designing tests. The class’ pace assumes
        CO U R S E O U TLINE                                                                            students have a fundamental understanding
                                                                                                        of their MTS servohydraulic testing system.
        I.     Introduction                                  I. Auxiliary inputs configuration
        II. Overview 793 Application Set                     J. Output configuration
               A. Application functions                      K, Scopes and meters creation, edit and    Learning outcome
               B. Hierarchy                               		adjustment                                  The students will be able to open the
        III. Project Manager                                 L. Digital inputs/outputs usage            proper configuration/parameter set and
               A. Project basics                             M. Parameter set management                manually command the control channel.
               B. Define/create/edit projects                N. Tuning principles & control mode        They will have an understanding of the
               C. Default projects                        		considerations                              interaction of specimen installation, offset
               D. Project management                         O. Control compensation adjustment and     inputs, and limit actions. The students will
        IV. Station Builder                               		configuration
                                                                                                        create inputs and control modes. They will
                                                                                                        be able to monitor test inputs and control
               A. Hardware/closed-loop fundamentals          P. Calculation and formula definitions
                                                                                                        in real time and understand effects of
               B. Resource identification                    Q. Utilities tools and options
                                                                                                        tuning and specimen characteristics. The
               C. Configuration                           VI. Multipurpose
                                                                                                        students will create both monotonic and
               D. Channel/control mode/hydraulic             A. Introduction/overview                   cyclic test procedures using TestSuite
        		 Design/Channel Limited Channel (CLC)              B. Windows/menus                           Multipurpose (mpe) software. Test
               E. Inputs - internal/external/calculated      C. Projects, tests and test runs           procedures will feature both advanced test
               F. Outputs                                    D. Specimens                               flow concepts and data collection.
               G. Digital I/O                                E. Test execution and management
               H. Calculation/options                        F. Procedure creation, modification and
                                                                                                        Prerequisites
        V. Station Manager                                		editing
               A. Setup/initial arrangement                  G. Command processes                       Students should have operator experience
               B. Windows/menus                              H. Data acquisition processes              with their system prior to attending the
               C. Display options                            I. Other processes                         course. Students must have a full
               D. Command options                            J. Runtime displays                        understanding of basic closed loop
               E. Detectors and actions edit and             K. Executing tests                         control concepts and fundamental
        		adjustment                                         L. Procedure options                       testing knowledge. Students should also
               F. Custom detector usage and creation         M. Create/edit/modify procedures           have a working knowledge of the operating
               G. Input offset/zero edit and adjustment      N. Reports                                 system and its graphical user interface.
               H. Calibration file management (not           O. Test design considerations              For students new to servohydraulic test
        		 calibration procedures)                                                                      systems, we strongly recommend attending
                                                                                                        the MTS Hardware Concepts and Series
                                                                                                        793 Software course. For assistance in
                                                                                                        determining which class would appropriate
                                                                                                        for you, please contact the MTS Training
                                                                                                        department. All prerequisites are the
                                                                                                        students’ responsibility.

                                                                                                        * Series 793 Software operates the FlexTest and
                                                                                                        TestStar controllers.
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MTS TestSuite Multipurpose Elite (mpe) Software
2 day course

                                           The MTS TestSuite Multipurpose Elite Software class explores the more complex
C O U R S E O U TLIN E
                                           features of the application including File Playback with focus on activities beyond
I.    Introduction                         command and data acquisition. Students are provided with instruction consisting of a
      A. Overview                          combination of classroom and laboratory exercises. Students will create their own
      B. Elite/Express                     procedures covering a variety of different testing scenarios utilizing the concepts they
      C. User interface                    have learned.
      D. Menus
      D. Users
II.   Projects/Tests                       Who should attend                                Prerequisites
      A. Managing projects/tests           This course is designed for experienced          Students should have significant and
      B. Templates/tests                   users of Series 793 software who would           detailed operator experience with their
      C. Procedures                        like further instruction on developing tests.    test system prior to attending the course.
      D. Activities                                                                         Students should also have a working
III. Specimens                                                                              knowledge of the operating system and its
                                           Learning outcome
      A. Creation                                                                           graphical user interface. For students with
      B. Properties                        The students will be able to create and          limited experience, it is strongly
IV. Test Runs                              configure optional software adjustments.         recommended that they attend the MTS
      A. Test resources                    They will set up, monitor, and incorporate       Hardware Concepts & Series 793 Software
      B. Test runs                         analog/digital inputs, outputs, control          course prior to attending this class. All
V.    Scopes and Runtime Displays          modes, and detectors. This would also            prerequisites are the responsibility of the
      A. Message log                       include data acquisition techniques such         student.
      B. Runtime scope                     as type, file sampling, file size, and output
      C. General runtime properties        format. The students will associate Project
      D. Cycle and signal views            Folders, Configurations, Procedures, MP
      E. General views                     Test Runs and Specimen Files appropriately
VI. Reports                                for their testing needs. Upon completion
      A. Report layouts                    of the course the user will be able to create,
      B. Report templates                  edit, and modify Multipurpose tests.
VII. Test Execution
      A. Control panel
      B. Hydraulic control
      C. Implementing a test
VIII. Variables
      A. Overview
      B. Creation, editing, modifying
		 and managing
      C. Calculations and functions

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MTS TestSuite MPE Training/Consulting Package
4 day course

                                                              For customers who are converting from 793 Multipurpose TestWare (MPT) to TestSuite
         CO U R S E O U TLINE                                 Multipurpose Elite (mpe) or customers who are new to the MTS TestSuite mpe software,
         I.    Introduction                                   MTS offers a package that combines product training and test consulting. This is an
               A. Overview
                                                              excellent option to quickly bring your staff up to speed on the new software and to develop
                                                              your test methods so you can continue testing with minimal interruption.
               B. Elite/Express
               C. User interface                              Training helps ensure that your staff understands the software and is familiar with
               D. Menus                                       setting up and editing tests and reports. Once your staff is comfortable with the software,
               E. Users                                       the test consultant works with you to design or convert your test methods to your
         II. Projects/Tests                                   specific requirements.
               A. Managing projects/tests                     The training is done at your location using your conference room facilities and your
               B. Templates/tests                             computers. Each student receives a 30-day license to run TestSuite mpe in simulation
               C. Procedures                                  mode. This enables them to actively participate during the class and apply their new skills
               D. Activities                                  after it. Consulting can take place in the classroom and in your lab with your systems
         III. Specimens                                       testing your products.
               A. Creation
                                                              The benefits to this approach are twofold
               B. Properties
                                                              1. It can reduce the time required to transition your lab to MTS TestSuite mpe software.
         IV. Test Runs                                        2. As your testing needs change, your staff will have the skills required to modify and
               A. Test resources                                 develop test templates.
               B. Test runs
         V. Scopes and Runtime Displays
               A. Message log                                 Who should attend                                Consulting – 2 days (8 hours each)
               B. Runtime scope                               This training is designed for test engineers     Consulting services give you expert
               C. General runtime properties                  who need to create or modify tests using         assistance with your choice of the
               D. Cycle and signal views                      MTS TestSuite mpe software. No prior             following:
               E. General views                               experience with MTS TestSuite mpe is             » Converting 793 Multipurpose
         VI. Reports                                          needed, however a familiarity with                 TestWare (MPT) procedures to
               A. Report layouts                              material testing and servo-hydraulic test          TestSuite MP Elite (mpe) tests
               B. Report templates                            systems is required. Detailed knowledge
                                                                                                               » Creating a new test from a written
         VII. Test Execution                                  of the tests that need to be conducted will        description
               A. Control panel                               maximize the benefits
               B. Hydraulic control                           of the course.                                   » Optimizing test procedures
               C. Implementing a test
         VIII.Variables                                       Training – 2 days (8 hours each)                 Advance planning session
               A. Overview
                                                              Training on the MTS TestSuite mpe                A planning session conducted on-line or
               B. Creation, editing, modifying and managing   product gives you a foundation for               by phone with the customer, trainer and
               C. Calculations and functions                  creating and maintaining the tests and           consultant is included prior to the course
                                                              reports you need now and into the future.        in order to make the course time most
                                                                                                               effective.
                                                              » Training is conducted at the customer
                                                                site in a conference room environment.         Options
                                                              » Class size is limited to eight students.       To further customize the package you
                                                              » Hands-on training is provided for each         can add:
                                                                student using the software’s simulation        An additional day of consulting at the
                                                                mode.                                          package price. Custom test templates,
                                                              » Training includes an MTS TestSuite             written in advance by MTS so they are
                                                                mpe 30-day simulation mode license             sure to be ready when you need them.
                                                                for each student.
                                                              » Customer provides student computers.

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MTS TestSuite TW Software
3 day course

                                                    This is a basic course on MTS TestSuite TW Elite (twe) software. The course starts with
C O U RS E O U TLIN E
                                                    test terminology, frame operation and test-run fundamentals, and then covers other
I.   Introduction                                   subjects such as modifying tests and customizing the test workflow. Classroom and lab
II. Material Testing Terms and Definitions          exercises are performed on Electro-Mechanical (EM) software simulators and EM frames.
     A. Stress/strain                               Note: For more advanced training that addresses your specific testing needs, MTS recommends the MTS TestSuite
     B. Modulus/yield                               TWE Training/Consulting Package that combines two days of TWE training with two days of consulting. See the course
                                                    description for the TWE Training/Consulting Package on page 19 for details.
     C. Testing standards
III. Load Frame Safety and Operation
                                                    Who should attend
IV. TWE Terminology
     A. Template/tests/test runs
                                                    This course is designed for those who use                     Prerequisites
     B. Test procedures/activities
                                                    MTS TestSuite TWE software to run tests,
     C. Report templates                                                                                          Students must have some hands-on
                                                    create/edit report templates, and modify
V. TWE Software Overview                                                                                          experience with their system, and have a
                                                    work flow in existing tests.
     A. Test procedures                                                                                           good working knowledge of computers
     B. Configuration menu                                                                                        prior to attending. All prerequisites are
     C. Define tab                                  Learning outcome                                              the responsibility of the student.
     D. Monitor tab                                 The students will become familiar with                        Note: For customers that are running TWE software on
VI. Test Procedures                                                                                               servo-hydraulic frames, MTS recommends attending either
                                                    using TestSuite TWE software to select
                                                                                                                  the MTS Hardware Concepts and Series 793 Software
     A. Opening tests                               and run a test, tag and recalculate data,                     course or the MTS Series 793 Software with MultiPurpose
     B. Test resources                              add and configure meters, and run test                        TestWare (MPT) Test Design course. These courses cover
     C. Test runs                                   reports. The students will also learn how                     using Series 793 software to set up basic PID tuning, signal
VII. Review Tab                                                                                                   offsets, and limit settings.
                                                    to modify a test procedure, edit test
     A. Configure statistics                        parameters, create variables and
     B. Tag test runs                               calculated variables, define user roles,
     C. Format charts/move markers                  create report templates, and manage
     D. Edit and recalculate data                   hardware resources.
VIII.Variables
     A. Creating, editing, and managing variables
     B. Calculated variables
     C. Data acquisition
IX. Modifying Tests
     A. Test flow basics
     B. Test activities basics
X. Creating Report Templates

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MTS TestSuite TWE Training/Consulting Package
4 day course

                                                             For customers who are converting from TestWorks 4 to TestSuite TWE or customers who
        C O U R S E O U TLINE
                                                             are new to the MTS TestSuite TWE software, MTS offers a package that combines product
        Training concentrates on essential core concepts     training and test consulting. This is an excellent option to quickly bring your staff up to
        and best practices. Some content can be              speed on the new software and to develop your test methods so you can continue testing
        customized, based on your requirements.
                                                             with minimal interruption.
        I.     Workflow Basics
                                                             Training helps ensure that your staff understands the software and is familiar with setting
               A. Running tests
                                                             up and editing tests and reports. Once your staff is comfortable with the software, the test
               B. Setting up projects
                                                             consultant works with you to design or convert your test methods to your specific
        II.    TW Elite Software Setup
                                                             requirements.
               A. Configuration menu
               B. User management                            The training is done at your location using your conference room facilities and your
               C. Review tab results, statistics, tagging,   computers. Each student receives a 30-day license to run TestSuite TWE in simulation
        		charts/markers                                     mode. This enables them to actively participate during the class and apply their new skills
        III. Variables                                       after it. Consulting can take place in the classroom and in your lab with your systems testing
               A. Creating, editing, and managing            your products.
               B. Calculated variables and functions         The benefits to this approach are twofold
        IV. Modifying Tests                                  1. It can reduce the time required to transition your lab to MTS TestSuite TWE software.
               A. Test flow and test activities              2. As your testing needs change, your staff will have the skills required to modify and
               B. Extracting data                               develop test templates.
               C. Data acquisition
        V.     Creating Report Templates with Optional
                                                             Who should attend                               Consulting – 2 days (8 hours each)
               Reporter Add-in
               A. Test run and test report templates         This training is designed for test engineers    Consulting services give you expert
               B. Report generation options                  who need to create or modify tests using        assistance with your choice of the following:
                                                             MTS TestSuite TWE software. No prior            » Converting TestWorks 4 methods to
                                                             experience with MTS TestSuite TWE is              TestSuite TW templates
                                                             required, but a familiarity with material       » Creating a new test from a written
                                                             testing and test systems is desirable.            description
                                                             Detailed knowledge of the tests that need       » Optimizing test procedures
                                                             to be conducted will maximize the benefits
                                                                                                             » Connecting with external devices
                                                             of the course.
                                                                                                             » Communicating with LIMS and other
                                                                                                               software
                                                             Training – 2 days (8 hours each)
                                                             Training on the MTS TestSuite TWE
                                                                                                             Advance planning session
                                                             product gives you a foundation for
                                                             creating and maintaining the tests and          A planning session conducted on-line or by
                                                             reports you need now and into the future.       phone with the customer, trainer and
                                                             » Training is conducted at the customer         consultant is included prior to the course
                                                               site in a conference room environment.        in order to make the course time most
                                                             » Class size is limited to four students.       effective.

                                                             » Hands-on training is provided for
                                                                                                             Options
                                                               each student using the software’s
                                                               simulation mode.                              To further customize the package you can add:

                                                             » Training includes an MTS TestSuite            » An additional day of consulting at the
                                                               TWE 30-day simulation mode license              package price.
                                                               for each student.                             » Custom test templates, written in advance
                                                                                                               by MTS so they are sure to be ready when
                                                             » Customer provides student computers.
                                                                                                               you need them.

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MTS TestSuite mpe Advanced
2 day course

                                                   This course addresses advanced functions and tools of MTS TestSuite mpe. Subjects covered
C O U RS E O U TLIN E                              contain calculations, data acquisition options, complex activities, specimen geometry and an
I.   Calculations                                  overview of the programming language Python.
  A. Calculated signals in station
		 manager - overview
     B. Control calculations from TestSuite
                                                   Who should attend                               Prerequisites
     C. Functions in TestSuite                     This course is designed for students who        Students should be familiar with the
     D. Python – overview and examples             already have experience running their           subjects covered in MTS 793 Software
II. Data Acquisition Options                       test system and wish to know more about         with MTS TestSuite mpe Test Design or
     A. Synchronized and stand-alone acquisition   advanced system functions.                      MTS TestSuite mpe for MPT Users.
     B. Array and single value variables                                                           Some subjects of the MTS TestSuite mpe
     C. Data reduction                             Learning outcome                                Advanced class require specific licenses
                                                                                                   that may not be installed on all systems. All
III. Activities                                    The students will learn how to use              prerequisites are the students responsibility.
     A. Custom waveform                            advanced system functions and tools.
     B. Interfacing with the procedure             Samples and exercises are used to develop
     C. Tools for cyclic tests                     practical solutions for common problems.
     D. Other activities                           Custom problems can also be used for
IV. Specimen Geometry                              demonstration.
     A. Specimen variables and functions

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MTS Acumen Operation with MTS TestSuite Multipurpose Elite Software
3 day course

                                                             This course will teach the students the correct set-up and operation of their MTS
        CO U R S E O U TLINE
                                                             Acumen system. The class involves optimizing the system for specific test requirements
        I.     Introduction                                  including low force testing, delicate specimens, higher frequency, and static testing.
               A. Overview of Acumen load frame              Instruction will include test design using MTS TestSuite Multipurpose Elite software.
               B. Overview of 793 Software and MTS 		        Students are provided with instruction consisting of a combination of classroom and
        		        TestSuite (mpe) Software                   hands-on exercises.
        II. Operation
          A. Characteristics of electrodynamic
        		 test system
          B. Acumen control mode behavior
                                                             Who should attend
        		 and response
                                                             This course is designed for those who
               C. Using MTS TestSuite (mpe) application
                                                             use MTS TestSuite mpe Software to run
        		        software to run the system
                                                             and modify tests, create/edit test report
        III. Navigating the Situational
                                                             templates, and modify work flow on
             Awareness Panel
                                                             Acumen load frames.
               A. Observe signals
               B. Check for sensor zero
               C. Fixture limits and Specimen limits         Prerequisites
               D. Limit actions and resetting limits
                                                             Students must have some hands-on
        IV. Guided Testing
                                                             experience with their system and have a
               A. Install a specimen
                                                             good working knowledge of computers
               B. Auto-tuning
                                                             prior to attending. All prerequisites are
          C. Actuator command and control
                                                             the responsibility of the student.
        		 mode selection
        V. Designing and Running Tests
          A. Procedure command, sequence logic,
        		 and data acquisition
               B. Test run and specimen file creation
               C. Scopes and runtime display
               D. Variables and Calculations
               E. Reports

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AeroPro Software Operation
4 day course

                                               This course provides introductory training on AeroPro™ Software. It is intended for
C O U RS E O U TLIN E
                                               system operators needing hands-on experience setting up and running structural tests
I.   AeroPro Software
                                               using AeroPro, and for new users of the AeroPro software. The course incorporates
     A. Software layout
                                               extensive hands-on time to allow attendees to practice the skills learned.
     B. Sensor object
     C. Hardware object
II. Setting Up for a Simple Test               Who should attend                                                 Prerequisites
     A. Configure sensors
                                               This course is designed for technologists                         A technical degree or equivalent test
     B. Configure a test
                                               and engineers who set up and run                                  background is required. Specific
     C. Calibrate
                                               structural tests using AeroPro Software                           experience in structural testing is not
     D. Create a load table
                                               on a day-to-day basis. It will be useful                          mandatory; however, familiarity with
     E. Create profiles
                                               for operators new to the system.                                  servohydraulic test systems is required.
     F. Create sequences
     G. Define event actions
     H. Set limits                                                                                               Scheduling policy
     I. Tune the test
                                                                                                                 Course dates will be scheduled once
     J. Retrieve data
                                                                                                                 sufficient interest for this course has been
     K. Review data
                                                                                                                 received.

AeroPro Administrator
4 day course

                                               This course will provide advanced AeroPro training. The class will expand on the AeroPro
C O U R S E O U TLIN E
                                               operator training to include different hardware configurations and their benefits.
I.    Hardware
      A. Controller hardware                   Troubleshooting skills for AeroPro hardware and AeroPro tests will be a major part of
      B. Data acquisition hardware             the experience. Advanced test setup, as well as advanced tuning, will be addressed.
II. AeroPro Control Troubleshooting            *The outline of this course may be adjusted to fit the specific needs of the class
      A. Hardware troubleshooting
		 1. Troubleshooting skills
                                               Who should attend                                                 Scheduling policy
		 2. Board failures
		 3. Cable failures                           » AeroPro Advanced Users                                          Course dates will be scheduled once
      B. Test troubleshooting                  » AeroPro System Administrators                                   sufficient interest for this course has been
		 1. Test setup                                                                                                 received.
		 2. Test configuration                       Prerequisites
III. Advanced AeroPro Control Operation
                                               » AeroPro Operator Training
      A. Tuning techniques and theories
                                                 Or
      B Control and data acquisition linking
                                               » Minimum of two years AeroPro
                                                 experience

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Fatigue & Fracture with MTS TestSuite Software
4 day course

                                                                    This course provides you with the fundamentals of material testing and the use of
        C O U R S E O U TLINE                                       MTS TestSuite Multipurpose Software for fatigue and fracture testing applications.
                                                                    Students will learn how to adjust and operate the software to run a material test as
        I.     Testing Fundamentals
                                                                    well as analyze data. The instructor will review the fundamentals of material testing
               A. Load, deformation, stress and strain
                                                                    as well as recent advancements including for Additive Manufacturing. Class days are
               B. Stress-strain relations, material properties
                                                                    divided into classroom training and laboratory training.
               C. Elastic-plastic deformation
               D. Material strength: yield vs. fracture
        II. TestSuite Fundamentals
                                                                    Who should attend                              Prerequisites
               A. Introduction/overview
               B. Windows/menus                                     This course is targeted at material test       Students should have some experience
               C. Projects, tests and test runs                     system operators, test engineers, and          prior to attending this course in
               D. Specimens                                         laboratory managers who are using              servohydraulic testing and a working
               E. Procedure creation, modification and editing      Fatigue and Fracture applications.             knowledge of the current Microsoft
               F. Command processes                                                                                operating system. For assistance in
               G. Data acquisition processes and management                                                        determining which class would
                                                                    Learning outcome
               H. Other processes                                                                                  appropriate for you, please contact the
                                                                    At the completion of the course the            MTS Training department.
               I. Runtime displays
                                                                    students will have both a theoretical and
               J. Executing tests
                                                                    practical knowledge of a wide range of
               K. Reports
                                                                    material tests. Students will use MTS
        III. Standard Tests
                                                                    TestSuite software to run standard ASTM
               A. Tension
                                                                    tests. These tests include fatigue, fracture
               B. HCF/LCF
                                                                    toughness and fatigue crack growth. In
               C. KIC fracture toughness
                                                                    addition, students will be able to process
               D. Fatigue crack growth
                                                                    test data and generate reports.
        IV. Fatigue and Fracture Fundamentals
               A. Stress-life, strain-life, and linear elastic
        		 fracture mechanics
               B. Cracks and crack propagation
               C. Plane stress and plane strain
               D. Stress intensity and fracture toughness
               E. Crack length measurement: compliance
               F. Fracture crack growth and damage
        		 tolerance design

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Component RPC Pro® Software Operation
2.5 day course

                                                     This course shares the same lecture materials as the RPC Pro Software Operation
C O U RS E O U TLIN E
                                                     course. However, the training covers only essential basic simulation theory and devotes
I.   RPC Pro Fundamentals                            more time on cRPC Pro application training, following step-by-step procedures.
     A. What is RPC?                                 PC-based hands-on exercises use simplified examples. The pace of the hands-on
     B. The six steps of RPC                         exercises is intentionally slower to ensure basic proficiency of all students. This class is
     C. Why RPC?                                     not sufficient preparation for the RPC Pro advanced class.
II. Acquire Data (step 1)
     A. Road data collection and digitization
		considerations                                     Who should attend                              Prerequisites
     B. Data acquisition equipment and preparation   Entry-level engineers or experienced           A technical or engineering degree and
     C. Getting started in RPC Pro                   technicians with some related experience.      proficiency in the latest Windows
     D. Data validation                              The course will provide the training           operating systems.
III. Data Preparation – Edit and Analyze (step 2)    necessary to allow simulation operators to
     A. Visual inspection                            understand simulation concepts and run
     B. Frequency domain analysis                    cRPC Pro software.
     C. Graphical editing
     D. Filtering
IV. Channel Setup
     A. Networking and configuring hardware
     B. Drive, response, and calculated response
     C. Event-action setup
V. Measuring the System FRF (step 3)
     A. Sequential random excitation
		       1. Linearity and coherence
VI. Invert and Prepare the FRF (step 4)
     A. Control band selection
VII. Iterate (step 5)
     A. Iteration process
     B. Convergence and divergence
     C. Time, frequency, and amplitude analysis
VIII.Run the Test (step 6)
     A. Defining test sequences
     B. Point by Point Monitoring

Optional Materials – The instructor may provide
handouts for self-guided study or cover the
following during class, as time and class
interest permits.

» Peak picking and peak slicing methods for
  block cycle testing
» Random vibration testing

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RPC Pro® Software Operation
3 day course

                                                               This course shares the same lecture materials as the cRPC Pro Software Operation
        CO U R S E O U TLINE
                                                               course. However, the training includes more in-depth simulation theory and devotes less
        I.     RPC Pro Fundamentals                            time to RPC Pro application training. The training focus includes real-life simulation
               A. What is RPC?                                 experiences on 4 Post and MAST systems. PC-based hands-on exercises reinforce concepts
               B. The six steps of RPC                         during each step of a typical simulation process. The pace of the hands-on exercises is
               C. Why RPC?                                     intentionally faster to allow more complete coverage of simulation theory. This course
        II. Acquire Data (step 1)                              is a pre-requisite for the RPC Pro Advanced course.
               A. Road data collection and digitization
                                                               For an introduction to the cycle counting and fatigue damage calculation capabilities of
        		considerations
                                                               RPC Pro, check out the RPC Pro Fatigue Tools add-on course.
               B. Data acquisition equipment and preparation
               C. Getting started in RPC Pro
               D. Data validation                              Who should attend                            Prerequisites
        III. Data Preparation – Edit and Analyze (step 2)
                                                               Entry-level engineers or experienced         A technical or engineering degree and
               A. Visual inspection
                                                               technicians with some related experience.    proficiency in the latest Windows
               B. Frequency domain analysis
                                                               The course will provide the training         operating systems.
               C. Graphical editing
                                                               necessary to allow simulation operators
               D. Filtering
                                                               to understand simulation concepts and
        IV. Channel Setup
                                                               run RPC Pro software.
               A. Networking and configuring hardware
               B. Drive, response, and calculated response
               C. Event-action setup
        V. Measuring the System FRF (step 3)
               A. Sequential random excitation
               B. Simultaneous random excitation
               C. H1 and H2 FRF calculation
               D. Linearity and coherence
        VI. Invert and Prepare the FRF (step 4)
               A. FRF inversion
               B. Inverse FRF evaluation
               C. Control channel selection
               D. Control band estimation
        VII. Iterate (step 5)
               A. Iteration process
               B. Convergence and divergence
               C. Time, frequency, and amplitude analysis
               D. Correlation assessment
               E. System repeatability
               F. Turbo iteration process
        VIII. Run the Test (step 6)
               A. Defining test sequences
               B. Monitoring correlation transducers
               C. Resuming aborted tests
               D. Modifying event-action sequences

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RPC Pro® Advanced Software Operation
3 day course

                                                        Software training alone does not ensure successful simulation tests. This course is for
C O U RS E O U TLIN E
                                                        the experienced RPC software user who needs to keep abreast of current simulation
I.   Using Process Manager to Build                     technology. Instructors take you through advanced techniques for setting up complex
     User Processes                                     RPC tests utilizing the application of the various analytical tools in the RPC Pro Software.
     A. Introduction to batch processor tool
                                                        For an introduction to the cycle counting and fatigue damage calculation capabilities of
     B. Building user processes
                                                        RPC Pro, with additional depth on algorithms, advanced features and more complex
II. Channel Transformation, Differentiate,              analysis methods, check out the RPC Pro Advanced Fatigue Tools add-on course.
     and Integrate
     A. Using channel transformation
     B. Vector transformation of X-Y wheel              Learning outcome                                 Who should attend
		       force data
                                                        The course combines theory with                  Experienced RPC Pro operators who
III. System Performance
                                                        hands-on exercises to help make the RPC          have simulation experience, but who
IV. FRF Analysis
                                                        software user more effective in the              want to further their RPC knowledge.
     A. H1 and H2 FRF
                                                        following areas:
     B. Inverse FRF evaluation
     C. Coherence                                       » RPC control and correlation                    Prerequisites
     D. Estimating control bands                          sensor choices
                                                                                                         » Proficiency in the latest Windows
V.   Inverse FRF                                        » Test correlation analysis                        operating systems
     A. Inverse tool options
                                                        » Engineering and test                           » Experience with RPC Pro software
     B. Scaling and partitioning
                                                          methods decisions
     C. Multiple control bands for different channels
VI. Singular Value Decomposition
     A. Introduction to SVD
     B. SVD tools
     C. Control band estimation
     D. Engineering Rank Inverse Tool
VII. Turbo
     A. Iterating with turbo
     B. Response, drive, and dual turbo study
     C. Review turbo-created files
VIII. RPC Reporting Tools
     A. Time history report tool
     B. Model and simulate reports
IX. Component Testing Tools
     A. Block cycle generator
     B. Peak slicing
X. System Analysis
     A. Servovalve analysis
     B. Actuator friction analysis
     C. Swivel analysis

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RPC Pro® Fatigue Tools
1 day course

                                                     This course provides an introduction to the cycle counting and fatigue damage
        C O U R S E O U TLINE                        calculation capabilities of RPC Pro. The course is targeted at beginning users and
        I.     Data Classification                   focuses on the more basic analysis methods and the operation of fatigue analysis
               A. Algorithms in Comparison           tools and features.
               B. RPC Pro Tools
        		 a. Level-Crossing, Rainflow, Range Pair
                                                     Who should attend                             Prerequisites
        		 b. Histogram Plotter
        		 c. Histogram Accumulation                 Test operators, technicians or engineers      » Basic understanding of fatigue
        II. Damage Calculation                       who have basic familiarity with RPC Pro         concepts.
               A. Damage Models – Stress Life        and wish to begin to use the fatigue          » Basic proficiency in operating RPC
               B. A–B Comparison                     capabilities within the software for damage     Pro software (as acquired by attending
               C. RPC Pro Tools                      calculation and editing. Typically offered      the “RPC Pro Software Operation”
        		 a. Material Editor – Stress Life          as an add-on to the RPC Pro Software            course, or through equivalent experience).
        		 b. Project Options                        Operation course.
        III. Time History Based Damage
               A. RPC Pro Tools
        		 a. Damage Cycle
        		 b. Damage Time History
        		 c. Time History Plotter / Editor
        IV. Damage Based Editing
               A. Basics
        		 a. Window Size
        		 b. Tapering Options
               B. RPC Pro Tools
        		 a. Damage Time History
        		 b. Statistical Region Selection
        		 c. Region Combining
        		 d. Cut
        		 e. Auto Damage Editor
        V. Damage from Histograms
               A. RPC Pro Tools
        		 a. Damage Histogram
        VI. Fatigue in Applications
               A. RPC Simulate Pro
        		 a. Per-Iteration Damage
        		 b. Project Options
               B. RPC Test Pro
        		 a. Per-Pass Damage (time history)
        		 b. Per-Pass Damage (histogram)
        		 c. Cumulative Damage (histogram)
        		 d. Damage Limits
        VII. Fatigue in Reports
               A. RPC Pro Tools
        		 a. Time History Report
        		 b. Correlation Report Templates

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RPC Pro® Fatigue Tools (Advanced)
 1 day course

							                                          This course builds on the concepts presented in the “RPC Pro Fatigue Tools (Basic)”
 C O URS E O U TLIN E                            course. The basic course focuses on familiarizing the beginning user with the operation of
 I.   Data Classification
                                                 the cycle counting and fatigue damage calculation capabilities of RPC Pro. The
                                                 advanced course provides additional depth on algorithms, advanced features and
      A. Algorithms & Comparisons
                                                 more complex analysis methods.
      B. Project Level Defaults
      C. Level-Crossing
      D. Rainflow  Range Pair                  Who should attend                              Prerequisites
      E. Probability Density
                                                 Test operators, technicians, or engineers      » Basic understanding of fatigue
      F. Histogram Textual Output
                                                 who have familiarity with RPC Pro,               concepts.
      G. Histogram Plotter (advanced)
                                                 including basic use of its fatigue tools,      » Proficiency in operating RPC Pro
      H. Histogram Accumulation
                                                 and who wish to understand more fully the        software (as acquired by attending the
 II. Damage Calculation
                                                 application’s fatigue analysis capabilities.     “RPC Pro Software Operation” course,
      A. Stress Life & Strain Life Models
                                                 Typically offered as an add-on to the RPC        or equivalent experience).
      B. Mean Stress Correction
                                                 Pro Advanced Software Operation course.        » Basic familiarity with RPC Pro fatigue
      C. Material Editor
      D. Project Options
                                                                                                  tools and features – as acquired by
                                                                                                  attending course “RPC Pro Fatigue
 III. Time History Based Damage
                                                                                                  Tools” course, or equivalent experience)
      A. Project Level Defaults
      B. Tool Report Options
      C. Damage Cycle / Damage Time History
      D. Time History Plotter / Editor
 		(advanced features)
 IV. Damage Based Editing
      A. Window Size & Tapering Options
      B. Auto Damage Editor
      C. Damage Assessment
 		(road, edited & simulated)
 V.   Damage from Histograms
      A. Damage Histogram
      B. Back Calculation
 VI. Signal Regeneration from Histograms
      A. Rainflow Regeneration
      B. Block Cycle Generator
 VII. Fatigue in Applications
      A. RPC Simulate Pro
 		       a. Per-Iteration Damage
 		       b. Damage incurred during Iterations
 		       c. Project Options
      B. RPC Test Pro
 		       a. Initial damage
 		       b. Per-Pass & Cumulative Damage
 		       c. Damage Limits
 VIII. Fatigue in Reports
      A. Sequence Report
      B. Time History Report
 		       a. Custom Templates

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