SINAMICS S120 - Diagnostics and Service with STARTER (DR-S12-DG)
The SINAMICS S120 - Diagnostics and Service with STARTER (DR-S12-DG) course by Siemens equips service and maintenance personnel with advanced skills to quickly diagnose and resolve drive system faults, minimizing downtime. Targeting industrial automation technicians, it addresses the critical need for rapid troubleshooting in manufacturing, where unplanned downtime costs average $260,000 per hour. Through hands-on training on real SINAMICS S120 systems, learners master diagnostics using STARTER software, alarm analysis, signal tracing, and safe component replacement.
This course prepares learners for the Siemens-certified SINAMICS S120 Service Technician credential. Koenig Solutions delivers official vendor-authorized courseware with 30-day lab access, ensuring mastery. Graduates gain industry-recognized expertise to advance into senior maintenance or automation specialist roles.
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Course Overview
The SINAMICS S120 - Diagnostics and Service with STARTER (DR-S12-DG) course by Siemens is designed for service and maintenance personnel responsible for ensuring the reliable operation of SINAMICS S120 drive systems in industrial environments. Participants gain the skills needed to quickly identify, diagnose, and resolve faults to minimize downtime and restore operations efficiently. The training prepares technicians for real-world troubleshooting scenarios involving power units, motors, encoders, and DRIVE-CLiQ interfaces. With over 70% of industrial automation facilities globally utilizing Siemens drive technology, expertise in SINAMICS S120 systems is in high demand among manufacturers, energy providers, and engineering firms seeking to maintain peak operational efficiency.
This hands-on course covers key Siemens technologies including STARTER software, BOP operator panels, web server diagnostics, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, and Safety Integrated components. Trainees perform practical exercises on real SINAMICS S120 booksize-format training equipment, simulating field conditions where they must back up data, analyze fault messages, trace signal flows, and replace faulty modules. Using the STARTER engineering tool, students configure parameter changes, conduct test operations, and re-commission drives after component replacement. A core lab scenario involves diagnosing a simulated encoder failure, tracing the fault through the DRIVE-CLiQ network, and restoring system functionality—mirroring critical tasks performed in manufacturing plants and process industries.
Upon completion, participants are well-prepared for Siemens' internal competency assessments and advanced service certifications, which are recognized across the industrial automation sector. Certified SINAMICS service technicians can expect average salary increases of 15–20% and greater responsibility in maintenance leadership roles. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning experience with Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling, official Siemens courseware, and access to expert instructors for 1-on-1 post-training support. Graduates of the SINAMICS S120 - Diagnostics and Service with STARTER (DR-S12-DG) program are positioned to advance into senior maintenance engineering or automation support roles, ensuring long-term career growth in the evolving industrial technology landscape.
What You'll Learn
Skills You'll Gain
Prerequisites
- Completion of DR-S12-BAS (SINAMICS S120 Basic Commissioning) or equivalent practical experience.
- Understanding of AC drive fundamentals and SINAMICS S120 converter system architecture (control units, infeed, and power modules).
- Basic knowledge of SIMOTION/SINAMICS commissioning and DRIVE-CLiQ interface components.
- Fundamental knowledge of PLC communication, specifically PROFIBUS and PROFINET protocols.
- Practical experience with STARTER software for parameterization and basic drive diagnostics.
Certification Exam
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Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
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Career Outcomes
of SINAMICS S120 - Diagnostics and Service with STARTER (DR-S12-DG) certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the SINAMICS S120 - Diagnostics and Service with STARTER (DR-S12-DG) certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Drives Engineer
- Service Engineer - Drives
- Maintenance Engineer - Industrial Automation
- Automation Service Technician
- Commissioning Engineer - Drive Systems
- PLC & Drive Systems Diagnostics Specialist
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