Automation Technology
Automation Technology
Start Dates
11x per year Full
12 & 8 week starts
Credits/Program Length
30 Credit Hours
Estimated Cost
$3,860.00
(subject to change without notice)Mode/Campus
Financial Aid
Yes
Program Overview
The Automation Technology program supports a wide variety of mechanical and automated systems.
Program Overview: This self-paced program covers electronics soldering and mechanical assembly. Coverage of component identification, schematic diagrams/symbols, direct current basics, and digital meters applications. The IPC certifications courses cover electronics inspection and workmanship criteria
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.
Certification
- Technical Certificate
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Tuition & Financial Aid
TOTAL ESTIMATED COST
TOTAL PROGRAM COST: $3,860.00
TUITION: $2,970
BOOKS/SUPPLIES: $890
Estimated total program costs include tuition, fees, lab fees, books, and required materials. Fees for third-party licensure or certification examinations are not included in the total program cost.
Financial Aid
Most SLTech programs qualify for scholarships, and many are eligible for grants and other educational benefits.
Required Courses
TEAM 1010
Essential Skills and Safety
Credit Hours: 3
Semester: A
TEAM 1020
Pneumatics
Credit Hours: 2
Semester: A
TEAM 1030
Hydraulics
Credit Hours: 2
Semester: A
TEAM 1040
Industrial Mechanics
Credit Hours: 3
Semester: A
TEAM 1050
Electrical Systems
Credit Hours: 2
Semester: A
TEAM 1060
Motor Controls
Credit Hours: 3
Semester: A
TEAM 1070
Programmable Logic Controllers
Credit Hours: 4
Semester: A
TEAM 1080
Applied System Diagnostics
Credit Hours: 2
Semester: A
Program Electives (9 Credits)
Choose 9 credits from the following options
Elective Courses Emphasis Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers(PLC) Track
TEAM 2010
Programmable Logic Controllers II
Credit Hours: 4
Semester: A
TEAM 2025
HMI Programming
Credit Hours: 2
Semester: A
TEAM 2040
PLC Troubleshooting
Credit Hours: 2
Semester: A
TEAM 2080
PLC Capstone Project
Credit Hours: 1
Semester: A
Elective Courses Emphasis Process Control Level/Flow
TEAM 1520
Process Control Level/Flow
Credit Hours: 4
Semester: A
TEAM 1580
Process Capstone Project
Credit Hours: 2
Semester: A
TEAM 2200
Troubleshooting Automated Systems
Credit Hours: 3
Semester: A
Elective Courses Emphasis Motor Control Systems
TEAM 1610
Electric Motor Control Systems
Credit Hours: 4
Semester: A
TEAM 1680
Motor Capstone Project
Credit Hours: 2
Semester: A
TEAM 2200
Troubleshooting Automated Systems
Credit Hours: 3
Semester: A
HOW TO APPLY
STEP 1: Submit SLCC Application
Complete your admissions application.
Once you receive your student number (S#), meet with an Advisor.
STEP 2: Meet with an Advisor
Schedule an appointment (in-person, phone, or video call):
801-957-4978 Schedule OnlineProgram costs, schedules, and requirements are subject to change. Salt Lake Community College and Salt Lake Technical College are equal opportunity institutions and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, protected veteran status, or other protected status in admissions, educational programs, or employment.