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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.

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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 Online

Program 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.