Autonomous Haulage Systems (AHS) Fundamentals

What You Will Learn

Develop an integrated understanding of the technologies and operating practices behind driverless mine haulage. By completing this course, you will be able to:

• Explain the purpose and operating model of an Autonomous Haulage System.
• Identify the major onboard systems used by driverless haul trucks.
• Describe how positioning, perception, vehicle control, and safety layers support autonomous movement.
• Explain the role of wireless communications and mine control networks in AHS operations.
• Connect fleet management commands with truck movements and production objectives.
• Recognize common alarms, faults, and appropriate escalation paths.
• Support safer interaction between autonomous trucks, manned equipment, and field personnel.

Why Train with Satoms

Satoms provides excellent-quality, practical online training designed to turn complex technical subjects into clear, useful knowledge. This course focuses on how AHS components operate as a complete system, helping you understand the relationships between trucks, networks, fleet management platforms, remote operations centers, and site personnel.

The training is written by an AHS Mining Systems engineer with 10 years of practical experience. Clear explanations and operational context make the material relevant to maintenance, engineering, control room, and production roles. You can progress through the online learning experience at your own pace while building confidence with terminology and concepts used across modern autonomous mining environments.

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Who This Course Is For

This intermediate course is suitable for mining personnel who need a practical foundation in autonomous haulage technology and operations, including:

• Field technicians and maintenance technicians supporting mobile equipment.
• Mining engineers, shift supervisors, and operational leaders.
• Control room and remote operations personnel.
• Haul truck operators transitioning toward autonomous operations.
• Existing Satoms students expanding their mining technology knowledge.
• Professionals preparing for site-specific or OEM-focused AHS training.

Course Benefits

Understanding the complete AHS operating model can help you contribute more effectively across operations, maintenance, and technical support activities. The course helps you:

• Use a common technical language when communicating across multidisciplinary teams.
• Interpret system behavior with greater awareness of connected onboard and site infrastructure.
• Respond more effectively to alarms by understanding fault context and escalation responsibilities.
• Relate fleet control decisions to equipment movement, production flow, and operational consistency.
• Approach mixed autonomous and manned work areas with stronger safety awareness.
• Establish a foundation for further Caterpillar, Komatsu, Epiroc, or site-specific training.

Training Certificate on Completion

After successfully completing the course requirements, you will receive a Satoms training certificate through your learning account. The certificate provides a clear record of your professional development and confirms that you have completed structured training in Autonomous Haulage Systems fundamentals.

Course Requirements

This is an intermediate technical course. To gain the most from the training, learners should have:

• Basic knowledge of mining operations and haul truck terminology.
• General familiarity with electrical, mechanical, or operational systems.
• Access to a computer or tablet with a reliable internet connection.
• Mine site experience where possible, although it is recommended rather than required.