PDF1. What are the LabVIEW Core training courses?
LabVIEW Core training consists of LabVIEW Core 1, LabVIEW Core 2, and LabVIEW Core 3. These are the recommended courses for learning the fundamentals of LabVIEW and becoming proficient in programming in LabVIEW.
LabVIEW Core 1 is the first step in any LabVIEW learning path. LabVIEW Core 1 introduces you to the LabVIEW environment, its features, dataflow programming, and common LabVIEW architectures in a hands-on format.
LabVIEW Core 2 teaches you to develop complete, stand-alone applications with LabVIEW.
LabVIEW Core 3 teaches you structured practices to design, develop, test, and deploy LabVIEW applications.
For more information on these courses, and to see an interactive diagram of the learning path, please visit NI LabVIEW Application Development Training Courses.
2. Why were the courses redesigned?
The LabVIEW Basics and Intermediate courses were redesigned for a few reasons. The first is to reduce the number of training days needed for a user to become successful with NI LabVIEW. Previously, users were required to take LabVIEW Basics I and II to progress to an application-specific course such as LabVIEW Real-Time. Now you can take LabVIEW Core 1 and move straight to the application content that is applicable to you.
The courses were also redesigned to better align with NI certification program. The courses and the certification exams have been updated to make sure students are better prepared for the test.
Finally, the name change was implemented to better emphasize that these courses are essential for becoming proficient in LabVIEW. Instead of a tiered approach with Basics and Intermediate, we have designated Core 1, 2, and 3 as the recommended and essential learning path for LabVIEW proficiency.
3. Which course should I take if I have already taken a Basics or Intermediate course?
The Core courses map to the Basics & Intermediate courses as follows:
LabVIEW Basics I is now LabVIEW Core 1
LabVIEW Basics II is now LabVIEW Core 2
LabVIEW Intermediate I is now LabVIEW Core 3
LabVIEW Intermediate II is now LabVIEW Connectivity
If you have previously taken LabVIEW Basics I, you should now take LabVIEW Core 2 as the next step. If you have previously taken LabVIEW Basics II, you should now take LabVIEW Core 3 as the next step. If you have previously taken LabVIEW Intermediate I, you may now take LabVIEW Connectivity, though it is no longer a required course in the core learning path. If you have previously taken LabVIEW Intermediate II, you may progress to either the Managing Software Engineering in LabVIEW, or Advanced Architectures for LabVIEW training course.
Note - LabVIEW Intermediate II has been renamed to LabVIEW Connectivity. It is the same course, but is no longer required as part of the Core learning path. It is recommended if you are looking to learn how to extend your application functionality by using connectivity technologies such as DLLs, ActiveX, and the Internet.
4. How do NI Certification levels align with the LabVIEW Core courses?
The recommended experience levels are listed below for the three LabVIEW Certification levels:
Certified LabVIEW Associate Developer (CLAD) recommended prerequisites:
- LabVIEW Core 1 and 2 training with three or more months of LabVIEW development experience
Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD) recommended prerequisites:
- CLAD certification
- LabVIEW Core 3 training with 9 or more months of LabVIEW development experience
Certified LabVIEW Architect (CLA) recommended prerequisites:
- CLD certification
- Advanced Architectures for LabVIEW training and with twelve or more months of LabVIEW development experience
- Managing Software Engineering in LabVIEW training or equivalent experience managing large applications in LabVIEW
For more information on these courses, and to see an interactive diagram of the learning path, please visit NI LabVIEW Application Development Training Courses.
