Program Overview
The Automation Technology program supports a wide variety of mechanical and automated systems.
This program is designed to help prepare students with the necessary skills to become technicians in several critical industries. Students are introduced to a wide variety of tools, practices, and procedures. The program uses a competency-based hands-on approach, with other teaching methods that are employed throughout.
Definition: A self-paced program allows you to complete your coursework on your own schedule, moving faster or slower based on your needs. You will coordinate your schedule with the instructor before coming into the lab via email, canvas, or phone.
Lab Hours:
Monday - Thursday
7:00am - 1:00pm
3:00pm - 9:00pm
What You Will Learn
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of mechanical systems, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair techniques, and safety practices and procedures.
- Apply system diagnostics and troubleshooting techniques.
- Apply mathematical concepts to real world applications.
- Read, utilize, and design blueprints and schematics.
- Operate, install, maintain, modify, and troubleshoot electrical systems.
- Operate, install, maintain, modify, and troubleshoot fluid power systems.
- Operate, install, maintain, modify, and troubleshoot electrical motor control systems.
- Operate, modify, maintain, program, and troubleshoot programmable logic controllers.
- Implement and properly use a variety of precision measurement tools and procedures.
Estimated Cost
Total Program Cost: $3,860.00
Tuition: $2,970
Books/Supplies: $890
Career Outlook
Some careers shown require further education beyond this program.
Additional Information
For full program details, please visit the program website.