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1 Course Calendar Level Measurement Weighing and ding Advanced Ultrasonics Advanced Radar Advanced Capacitance interactive

2 Maximize your skills with factory certified training Siemens Milltronics provides you with the in-depth, hands-on product and market training you need. Siemens Milltronics Process Instruments courses are designed to develop knowledgeable, highlyproductive sales and technical staff. Courses are held at the Siemens Milltronics manufacturing facility in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. The value of knowledge Siemens Milltronics customers say our key strengths are product support and applications expertise. Solid training in products and applications is a wise investment for any instrumentation professional. It helps you to: - Solve customer problems - Enhance customer satisfaction - Reduce product returns or misapplications - Increase sales and maximize each opportunity with customers Instructors Instructors at the Siemens Milltronics Learning Center are accomplished product and market experts with a combination of technical knowledge and field experience. Assessment for certificate Upon successful completion of a test or skills assessment, participants receive a course certificate. Courses Courses link the classroom to the real world by combining the following learning practices: Tutorial Instructors provide background information about technology and applications. Demonstration Instructors demonstrate equipment and systems. Hands-on Participants operate the equipment and troubleshoot real-world problems. Course enrollment and fee The fee covers course tuition and all course materials. Participants are responsible for their own travel, living arrangements, and expenses. Siemens Milltronics will provide information about hotels, restaurants, and local activities. Registrations are accepted on a first come, first served basis. Space is limited to 12 students per class. We recommend you register early to avoid disappointment. Siemens Milltronics reserves the right to cancel or reschedule courses, and may provide additional courses to meet demand. Information and registration 1954 Technology Drive P.O. Box 4225 Peterborough, ON K9J 7B1 Canada Phone: Fax: learningcenter.smpi@siemens.com Be one of the first to experience our NEW training facility In line with our mandate to provide you with the ideal training experience, as well as the result of our continued success and growth, we are proud to announce the opening of our new state-of-the art training facility in October The new facility has been designed with you in mind, providing a comfortable training atmosphere, the latest in high-tech instrumentation, and custom-designed simulation centers to maximize your training. 2

3 Introductory courses T-1: Level measurement technology Comprehensive overview of level measurement technologies and techniques. Learn about ultrasonic, radar, and capacitance technologies and their common applications. Understand how to select the right technology solution for a customer s application. Learn about the Siemens Milltronics level measurement product line, including communications capabilities, remote inventory monitoring, and support software. Learn tips and techniques for establishing good customer relationships and maximizing sales. 4.5 days Sales and service personnel, and new employees who serve customers using the products. Some knowledge and experience in technology field. Dates September 12-16, 2005 August 29, 2005 January 16-20, 2006 January 2, 2006 March 27-31, 2006 March 13, 2006 Principles of level measurement The level measurement market Tour of manufacturing facility Comparing technologies Matching technology with application Ultrasonic technology - How it works - Products - SITRANS Probe LU - MultiRanger - Point level - Monitors and controllers - Transducers - Accessories - Applications - When to choose ultrasonics - Installation basics Support software: Sonic Intelligence, Dolphin Plus, Sonex - TVT shaping Radar technology - How it works - Pulse, FMCW, 2-wire - Power, frequency, and cost - SIMATIC PDM - Products - SITRANS Probe LR - SITRANS LR SITRANS LR SITRANS LR Applications - When to choose radar - Installation basics Capacitance technology - How it works - Products - Point level - Pointek CLS Pointek CLS 200 with PROFIBUS PA - Continuous level - SITRANS LC Interface - Applications - When to choose capacitance Mechanical devices for level measurement Communications Remote inventory monitoring On the site: assessing needs and recommending solutions Elements of customer satisfaction Course Calendar MultiRanger, Pointek, Sonic Intelligence, and The Probe are registered trademarks of Siemens Milltronics Process Instruments Inc. SIMATIC and SITRANS are registered trademarks of Siemens AG. 3

4 Introductory courses T-2: Weighing and feeding technology A comprehensive overview of weighing and feeding equipment, including belt scales, weighfeeders, flowmeters and integrators, as well as speed and acoustic sensors. Learn the principles of installation and operation. 4.5 days Sales and service personnel, and new employees who serve customers using the products. Some knowledge and experience in technology field. Assessing the site Belt scales - How to select - How to install - Maintenance and troubleshooting Weighfeeders - Types and application Flowmeters - Types and application Process protection - Advantages - Motion sensors and their application - Acoustic sensors and their application Communications Dates October 17-21, 2005 October 3, 2005 February 13-17, 2006 January 30,

5 Advanced courses A-1: Advanced ultrasonics In-depth and hands-on training on ultrasonic level measurement products, including installation, programming, and troubleshooting. Learn how to assess and solve problems. Conduct detailed analysis of echo profiles and learn how to interpret them. View demonstrations and participate in practice labs on Probe LU, MultiRanger, EnviroRanger, and other level measurement instruments. 4 days Staff who install or service these products for customers; technical support personnel. T-1 Level Measurement Technology or proven experience in level measurement. Assessing an installation - Vessel types - Roof and bottom style - Vessel contents effect on signal - Temperature and pressure - Internal obstructions Selecting the right configuration for the application Reference guide for parameter settings for different materials: - flour - aggregates - liquids - sugar - pellets Safety considerations Troubleshooting an installation - Solving problems on site - Common misapplications Correct installation and mounting techniques Process connections and accessories Programming - Beyond the quick start parameters How to read echo profiles Diagnostic tools - Sonic Intelligence - Dolphin Plus - SIMATIC PDM - Using diagnostics to improve performance Remote inventory monitoring - Levelwatch.com Advanced systems workshop (MultiRanger, SITRANS LU 10, EnviroRanger ) Advanced troubleshooting workshop Date January 23-27, 2006 January 9, 2006 Course Calendar EnviroRanger is a registered trademark of Siemens Milltronics Process Instruments Inc.

6 Advanced courses A-2: Advanced radar In-depth and hands-on training for radar level measurement products, including installation, programming, and troubleshooting. Learn how to configure the right solution for an application using process connections and antenna options. Learn how to assess and solve problems and how to work with the Configuration Center for custom installations. Conduct detailed analysis of profiles and learn how to interpret them. View demonstrations and participate in practice labs on SITRANS Probe LR, SITRANS LR 200, SITRANS LR 300, and SITRANS LR days Staff who install or service radar instruments for customers; technical support personnel. T-1 Level Measurement Technology or proven experience in level measurement technology. Assessing an installation - Vessel types - Roof and bottom style - Vessel contents effect on signal - Temperature and pressure - Internal obstructions Selecting the right configuration for the application Safety considerations Troubleshooting an installation - Solving problems on site - Common misapplications Correct installation and mounting techniques Process connections and accessories Programming Diagnostic tools - SIMATIC PDM - Using diagnostics to improve performance Communications Remote monitoring Advanced troubleshooting workshop Dates September 19-23, 2005 September 5, 2005 April 3-7, 2006 March 20,

7 Advanced courses A-3: Advanced capacitance In-depth and hands-on training for capacitance products for point level, continuous level, and interface measurement. Learn how to select, install, and program capacitance products for a wide variety of applications. Learn how to configure the right solution for an application using process connections and probe options; and how to assess and solve problems. View demonstrations and participate in practice labs on Pointek CLS 100, 200 and 300, as well as SITRANS LC 300 and LC days Staff who install or service these products for customers; technical support personnel. T-1 Level Measurement Technology or proven experience in level measurement. Assessing an installation - Vessel types - Roof and bottom style - Vessel contents effect on signal - Temperature and pressure - Internal obstructions Selecting the right configuration for the application Antenna selection Safety considerations Troubleshooting an installation - Solving problems on site - Common misapplications Correct installation and mounting techniques Process connections and accessories Programming - Beyond the quick start parameters Diagnostic tools - Using diagnostics to improve performance Configuration tools Remote monitoring systems Advanced troubleshooting workshop Date To be confirmed Course Calendar

8 Registration Form Contact Information (Please print clearly) Name of Participant: Company/Department: Street: City: Postal/Zip Code: Phone: Fax: Course name Course dates (please circle) (circle one) T-1 Level Measurement Technology September 12-16, 2005 January 16-20, 2006 March 27-31, 2006 T-2 Weighing and ding Technology October 17-21, 2005 February 13-17, 2006 $ 885 (Cdn) (includes taxes) $ 885 (Cdn) (includes taxes) A-1 Advanced Ultrasonics January 23-27, 2006 $ 885 (Cdn) (includes taxes) A-2 Advanced Radar September 19-23, 2005 April 3-7, 2006 $ 885 (Cdn) (includes taxes) A-3 Advanced Capacitance TBD $ 885 (Cdn) (includes taxes) Payment options (Payment must be made in advance) Purchase order (Siemens Employees only) Purchase order #: OR Identifier: (check with your Finance Department) = * = Enclosed cheque Credit card (check one and complete) Visa Mastercard American Express Name as it appears on the card: Credit card number: Expiration date (mm/yy): / Signature: Three digit number on back of card: fax (705) or- Send completed registration form to: 1954 Technology Drive, P.O. Box 4225 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, K9J 7B1 phone: (705) fax: (705) learningcenter.smpi@siemens.com Course Enrollment and The fee covers course tuition and all course materials. Participants are responsible for their own travel, living arrangements, and expenses. Siemens Milltronics will provide information about hotels, restaurants, and local activities. Siemens Milltronics reserves the right to cancel or reschedule courses, and may schedule additional courses to meet demand. Training Policy Training is available to Siemens employees as well as Siemens third-party sales representatives and distributors. Siemens Milltronics reserves the right to decline to train anyone who is not deemed to be a Siemens employee, representative, or distributor. Cancellation All registrations received by the indicate a commitment of financial responsibility by the registrant unless the cancellation policy is followed. There is no charge for cancellations received at least 10 working days before the start of a class. Cancellations received within 10 working days before the start of a class are subject to a $150 Cdn. per person cancellation fee. Students who do not cancel or do not attend the course are subject to the full tuition fee. We reserve the right to cancel a class for any reason. Full credit for the class will be applied to the next available class or the full registration fee refunded at the option of the registrant. Tape, Video and Digital Recordings These courses are copyrighted and the recording of any portion is not allowed. Privacy The may contact course participants regarding upcoming courses, Webinars, and other events of interest, and may also take photographs of training activities and participants for promotional purposes. You are not required to submit any information or consent to be contacted. However, if you choose to do so, by submitting such personal information, you consent to our collection, use, and disclosure of such information for the purposes described in the Privacy Code available at I do not wish to have my photograph used for promotional purposes. I do not wish to be contacted by the regarding upcoming courses, Webinars, or events. Location Courses are held at the Siemens Milltronics manufacturing facility in Peterborough (near Toronto), Ontario, Canada. This world-class facility is ISO 9001 registered. Hotel Registration Holiday Inn 150 George St. North Peterborough ON K9J 3G5 Tel: (705) , Fax: (705) A detailed map showing the location of the training facility and hotel will be included in your confirmation of registration package. 7ML1996-5FN03 Printed in Canada