SINAMICS and SIMOTICS - Basics of Drive Technology (DR-BASIC)
The SINAMICS and SIMOTICS - Basics of Drive Technology (DR-BASIC) course by Siemens equips sales engineers, project managers, and service technicians with foundational electrical drive knowledge to reduce system commissioning time by up to 30%, addressing the industry’s urgent need for skilled automation staff. It covers core principles of converters, motors, and control technology in a product-independent format, enabling faster diagnostics and efficient drive system planning.
This training prepares learners for Siemens-certified roles in drive technology, supported by Koenig’s official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access. Graduates gain recognized expertise to advance into higher-level SINAMICS configuration and maintenance positions.
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The SINAMICS and SIMOTICS - Basics of Drive Technology (DR-BASIC) course by Siemens is designed to deliver foundational knowledge in electrical drive technology, preparing participants for advanced work with SINAMICS converters. This training is ideal for sales personnel, project managers, configuration engineers, and service or maintenance technicians involved in commissioning, diagnostics, or planning of drive systems. With industrial automation growing rapidly—Siemens alone reports over 10 million drive systems installed globally—understanding core drive principles is critical. The course addresses key concepts independently of specific products, enabling learners to apply knowledge across various industrial applications and build a strong base for further specialization.
Students engage with core technologies including diodes, thyristors, transistors, and IGBTs, progressing through DC and AC converter design, rectifier and inverter operation, and pulse width modulation techniques. The curriculum covers critical components such as reactors, filters, and fuses, along with mechanical principles like equations of motion and gear ratios. While the course is primarily theoretical, it includes practical insights into control loops, optimization criteria, and measuring systems for speed and position sensing. Using the digital SITRAIN learning platform, participants gain hands-on familiarity with real-world scenarios such as analyzing harmonics in line connections and configuring control systems for optimal performance in industrial environments.
This course prepares learners for advanced Siemens certifications in drive technology and automation, enhancing credibility in a high-demand field. Professionals with Siemens drive expertise often see career advancements into senior engineering or automation leadership roles, with average salaries in industrial automation ranging from $75,000 to $110,000 in North America. Koenig Solutions offers official courseware and a Guaranteed-to-Run schedule, ensuring access to structured, vendor-endorsed training. Completing the SINAMICS and SIMOTICS - Basics of Drive Technology (DR-BASIC) course empowers individuals to confidently transition into specialized roles in one of the most critical sectors of modern manufacturing and process automation.
Skills You'll Gain
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of electrical engineering principles
- Knowledge of voltage, current, resistance, and power calculations in both DC and AC circuits
- Familiarity with single-phase and three-phase electrical systems
- Understanding of electromagnetism and magnetic circuits fundamentals
- Experience with electrical safety procedures and measurement tools
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of SINAMICS and SIMOTICS - Basics of Drive Technology (DR-BASIC) certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the SINAMICS and SIMOTICS - Basics of Drive Technology (DR-BASIC) certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Drive Systems Engineer
- Commissioning Engineer
- Automation Project Engineer
- Maintenance Engineer
- Field Service Engineer
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