SIEMENS Aera and Skyra scanners are built for high-resolution imaging under constant clinical demand, which means the margin for maintenance error is small — a missed calibration or an overlooked cooling fault can take a scanner out of service for days and put patient scheduling under real pressure. This advanced training course from the Arab British Fellowship Training Academy is built around exactly these systems, equipping technicians and biomedical engineers with SIEMENS-specific servicing knowledge rather than generic MRI theory.

The course covers the magnet and gradient coil system, RF coils, cooling, ventilation, and power infrastructure that keep an Aera or Skyra scanner running, then moves into software diagnostics, calibration, advanced repair of critical components, and the safety and regulatory standards that govern MRI operation. It closes with a practical look at planning and testing system upgrades as SIEMENS technology continues to evolve.

What You'll Be Able to Do

• Explain the architecture and operating principles of SIEMENS Aera, Skyra, and related MRI systems.
• Maintain and troubleshoot the magnet, gradient coil, and RF coil systems.
• Manage cooling, ventilation, power supply, and backup systems for SIEMENS MRI machines.
• Diagnose software and control-system errors, and interpret error logs.
• Perform preventive maintenance, calibration, and early detection of component wear.
• Repair critical components and apply MRI safety and regulatory compliance standards.
• Plan, test, and manage system upgrades as MRI technology evolves.

Who Should Attend?

• MRI technicians and technologists working with SIEMENS Aera, Skyra, and MRI systems
• Biomedical engineers and service technicians responsible for SIEMENS MRI repair and maintenance
• Healthcare professionals expanding their MRI servicing knowledge
• Individuals specialising in MRI system maintenance and troubleshooting

Module 1: SIEMENS MRI Systems and MRI Physics

• Introduction to the Aera, Skyra, and SIEMENS MRI family
• Key features and configurations, and the role of SIEMENS MRI in diagnostics
• MRI physics: magnetic fields, RF pulses, gradient systems, and safety considerations

Module 2: The Magnet and Gradient Coil System

• Superconducting magnets and their maintenance in SIEMENS systems
• Troubleshooting common magnet issues
• Gradient coil maintenance, calibration, and fault identification

Module 3: Aera and Skyra Architecture and Maintenance

• Component breakdown and comparison of Aera and Skyra configurations
• Troubleshooting common issues in both systems
• Preventive maintenance: system checks, cleaning, and cooling

Module 4: RF Coils — Function, Maintenance, and Image Quality

• The role and types of RF coils used in SIEMENS MRI systems
• Cleaning, testing, and calibrating RF coils
• Identifying and resolving coil-related artifacts

Module 5: Cooling, Ventilation, and Power Systems

• Cooling system maintenance for Aera and Skyra models
• Ventilation systems and airflow diagnostics in MRI rooms
• Power supply troubleshooting, backup power, and surge protection

Module 6: Software, Control Systems, and Error Troubleshooting

• Overview of MRI control system software and diagnostics
• Identifying and resolving software errors
• Interpreting error logs and best practices for updates

Module 7: Preventive Maintenance and Wear Monitoring

• Designing a preventive maintenance schedule and check-up plan
• Recognising early signs of component wear
• Using performance data to plan preemptive repairs

Module 8: Advanced Diagnostics and Critical Repairs

• Advanced troubleshooting for magnet, gradient, and RF coil issues
• Repairing critical components, including magnet and gradient coils
• Replacing defective circuit boards, capacitors, and cables

Module 9: Calibration, Safety, and Regulatory Compliance

• Calibration procedures for the magnet, gradient, and RF systems
• MRI safety guidelines for patients, staff, and equipment
• Compliance with local and international regulatory standards

Module 10: Upgrades and the Future of MRI Servicing

• Planning and testing system upgrades without disrupting operations
• Post-upgrade diagnostic and performance testing
• Emerging MRI technologies and preparing for future maintenance needs