Student Catalog and Handbook 2019-2020

Automation and Robotics Technician Certificate (AAR1)

The Automation and Robotics Technician certificate program prepares students to install, program, troubleshoot, repair, and modify robotic equipment or automated production systems. Topics include flexible manufacturing system electrical, electronic, and mechanical principles; manufacturing control process and work cell interfacing; work cell debugging and troubleshooting; pneumatic controls; robotic language programming; and human interface.

Career Opportunities
Graduates may find entry-level employment as automation technicians, robotics technicians, or maintenance technicians in a variety of settings that require automated manufacturing skills.

Credit Required for Completion: Minimum of 31 credit hours

Curriculum


Occupational Courses

AUMF 1110Flexible Manufacturing Systems I

5

AUMF 1150Introduction to Robotics

3

AUMF 1210Flexible Manufacturing Systems II

5

IDSY 1101DC Circuit Analysis

3

IDSY 1105AC Circuit Analysis

3

IDSY 1120Basic Industrial PLCs

4

IDSY 1130Industrial Wiring

4

IDSY 1220Intermediate Industrial PLCs

4