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Brooks University

Product Training

Brooks equips you with technical training, in-depth knowledge articles,
and a rich video library, helping you optimize your
processes and get more from your instrumentation.

For more information about Brooks University training courses, please download the Training Guide found below.

Course 1

TRN-MFC: Mass Flow Controller (MFC) Fundamentals

This comprehensive hands-on course is designed for metrology, maintenance, and instrumentation engineers responsible for the setup, configuration, calibration, and servicing of Brooks Instrument mass flow controllers (MFCs). It is also recommended for those that would benefit from deepening their knowledge of how to control, diagnose and troubleshoot their equipment and process. Courses are offered for both semiconductor and industrial MFCs.

OVERVIEW
  • MFC Theory of Operations
  • MFC Components and Flow Theory
  • Valve Terminology and Control Fundamentals
  • Sensor and Electronics Overview
  • Software Tools
  • Intro to Calibration
  • Maintenance and Diagnostics
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Approximately 3 hours. Four students included.
Registered students receive certificate of completion. Additional student adder available at $175 (175 Euro) per student.
Max 12 students per class. Available in English, German or Dutch.

For a Limited Time
25% Off Virtual Training: $670
15% Off In-person Training: $760
$895 List (895 Euro)

Course 2

TRN-BEST: Mass Flow Controller (MFC) Calibration Using BEST Pro Software

This course is designed to provide manufacturing technicians, metrology and instrumentation engineers with skills to identify possible causes of issues in the gas management system and provide the knowledge on how to utilize Brooks BEST software to troubleshoot/solve these issues. This training will also include a BEST software overview and simulated troubleshooting exercises.

Prerequisites: TRN-MFC AND TRN-TRB OR an understanding of MFC theory, operation, and Brooks MFCs AND an understanding of BEST software and troubleshooting techniques.
Overview, Session 1:

  • BEST Software Overview

  • Dump/Backup Files

  • Model Codes

  • As-Found/As-Left and Reports

  • Full Calibration Overview

  • Surrogate Page Creation

  • Customer Page Creation and Validation 

Overview, Session 2:

  • Calibrations for Different Gases

  • Actual Gas verses Surrogate Gas Calibration

  • Reconfiguration of Device and System Audits

  • Factors, Corrections, and Flow Limitations

  • Valve Tuning and PID

  • I/O Calibration and Verification

  • Diagnostics 

Product Software Featured

Two separate sessions, approximately two hours each. Two students included.
Registered students receive certificate of completion. Additional student adder available at $175 (175 Euro) per student.
Max four students per class. Available in English, German or Dutch.

$2,750 USD (2,750 Euro)

Course 3

TRN-TRB: Advanced Troubleshooting Using Brooks Diagnostic Software (BEST)

This course is designed to provide manufacturing technicians, metrology and instrumentation engineers with skills to identify possible causes of issues in the gas management system and provide the knowledge on how to utilize Brooks BEST software to troubleshoot/solve these issues. This training will also include a BEST software overview and simulated troubleshooting exercises.

Prerequisites: TRN-MFC OR an understanding of MFC theory, operation, and Brooks MFCs.
OVERVIEW

  • Start-Up Best Practices

  • Setting and Interpreting Flow Alarms

  • Valve Performance and Tuning

  • Accuracy Validation

  • Comprehensive Overview of BEST Software and Features

BEST Software Screen Grab

Approximately four hours. Two students included.
Registered students receive certificate of completion. Additional student adder available at $175 (175 Euro) per student.
Max 12 students per class. Available in English, German or Dutch.

$995 USD (995 Euro)