Robotics and Automation Technology Certificate
Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a Certificate in Robotics & Automation Technology and enter the workforce. This is the last in a series of three stackable certificates. This certificate is created for students who want to learn the basics of automated systems as applied in the manufacturing industries. Students study Programmable Logic Controllers, process control and automation, industrial robotics, as well as principles of lean manufacturing. This program prepares students for entry-level careers as robotics and automation technicians.
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My Academic Plan: Full-Time Start/Part-Time Finish
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to completing your certificate and should be completed in the order listed. This pathway may be accelerated by applying transfer credit, credit for prior learning, and/or completing one or more additional courses each semester, schedule permitting. For more information, please see your Academic Advisor.
Semester 1
| MTE 2220 | Lean Six Sigma | 4 |
| ELT 2358 | Programmable Logic Controllers | 3 |
| HVA 2035 | Specialty Refrigeration Units | 4 |
| EIC 2330 | Instrument & Process Control II | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Semester 2
| ELT 2368 | Robotics Technologies | 3 |
| ELT 2367 | Introduction to Robotics | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 4 |
Total Credit Hours: 19
Prior Learning eligible course
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Important Program Notes:
The Robotics & Automation Technology Certificate (19 credits) cannot be started until the student has mastered competencies found in the Industrial Maintenance Certificate (28 credits).
The Robotics & Automation Technology Certificate cohort begins in the Fall semester.