Industrial Automation and Robotics
Program Location
Main Campus
Kimball Site
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The Industrial Automation and Robotics Technician program provides students with introductory and advanced understanding of the theory and operation of industrial plants and advanced automated manufacturing systems. Students develop the skills and ability to install, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial electrical control systems, including programmable logic control (PLC), human machine interfaces (HMI), automation controls, robotics, mechanical systems, hydraulics and pneumatics. Students that continue to the advanced aspects of this program will get training in Industry 4.0 manufacturing practices. Students will gain the skills necessary to be Maintenance technicians and go beyond. Students enrolled in this program will have the ability to earn certificates and or a diploma depending on how long they remain in the program.
Employment Stats
- Program Length 1 year (3 semesters) to 5 semesters
- Job Placement 100%
- Average Earnings $44,755 / yr
- Cost $6,199
Job Expectations
Industrial Automation employees specialize in areas, such as the repair, installation, modification, or construction of industrial production and processing machinery. Technicians may also install, dismantle, or move machinery and heavy equipment according to plans.
Expected Earnings
National employment estimate and mean wage estimates for this occupation: Occupational Employment and Wages Link
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Employment |
Employment |
Mean hourly |
Mean annual |
Wage RSE |
|
13,050 |
4.4 % |
$28.60 |
$59,490 |
1.0 % |
National percentile wage estimates for this occupation:
|
Percentile |
10% |
25% |
50% |
75% |
90% |
|
Hourly Wage |
$17.57 |
$21.63 |
$27.28 |
$34.44 |
$42.29 |
|
Annual Wage |
$36,550 |
$44,980 |
$56,740 |
$71,640 |
$87,970 |
Course Schedule
The Industrial Automation program is an open-enrollment program allowing students to enroll in the fall, spring, or summer term. Students eligible to enroll will be allowed to register for one of the open seats, if available, during each term's enrollment period.
- Both day and evening classes are offered on the main campus.
- Day classes are offered at the Marion County Kimball site and the Rhea County Dayton modular lab.
- Enrollment is limited to 20 students per class
Tools
*Contact Instructor before purchasing Tools*
"A" Tool List
1 3/4" X 12' Length Measuring Tape
1 6" Adjustable Wrench
1 10" Adjustable Wrench
1 Combination Wrench Set 1/4" thru 1-1/4"
1 Socket and Ratchet Set 7/16" thru 1-1/4"
1 6" Wire Cutter/Stripper
1 3/4" Curved Diagonal Cutting Pliers
1 9-3/4" Crimping and Cutting Tool
1 9" Rounded Nose Lineman's Pliers
1 Tongue and Groove Pliers 10."
1 7" Curved-Jaw Locking Pliers
1 Ball-Peen Hammer 12oz
1 Hex Wrench Set (Ball Driver) SAE .050-3/8
1 Industrial Razor Locking Utility Knife
1 Punch and Chisel Set: Assortment of various sizes
1 Screwdriver Set: Assortment of various screwdrivers
1 12" combination Square
1 Torpedo Level
1 Tool Bag or Tool Box
1 4 GB or larger flash drive
1 Safety Glasses Clear Only
1 Leather Gloves (Thin)
1 Multi-meter: Snap-on 504 meter required for NC3 certification
1 Calculator
"B" Welding List
1 Tote Bag
1 Welding Helmet w/#10 lens and replacement lens
1 Welding Gloves
1 Welding Jacket
1 Welders Cap (No Bandanas)
1 Work boots (Steel or Composite Toe)
1 Torch Goggles or Glasses (No Sunglasses)
1 Grinding Shield w/Head Gear
1 Chipping Hammer
1 Steel Wire Brush
1 Spark Lighter
1 Torch Tip Cleaner
1 12" Adjustable Wrench (Reference: #AC112 Crescent)
1 Welper Pliers (Mig Welding Pliers)
1 Flashlight
1 300 amp Electrode Holder (Stinger)
1 Flat Soap Stone
Cost
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Five Semesters – 2,130 clock hours |
|
|
450 hours |
$1,490 |
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450 hours |
$1,490 |
|
390 hours |
$1,490 |
|
450 hours |
$1,490 |
|
390 hours |
$1,490 |
|
Tools (estimate) |
$1,400 |
|
Books (estimate) |
$650 (avg.) |
TCAT Special Fees
Charged in Addition to Maintenance and Tuition
- Credit by Examination Fee - The regular course fee is charged for each special examination and must be paid prior to taking the examination. Non-refundable. (See Academic Regulations.)
- Credit for Life Experience Fees - Assessment Fee for Experiential Learning $45.00. Experiential Learning Credit $15.00 per credit hour in excess of 3.0 credit hours. $90.00 maximum.
- High School Equivalency Test (Hi-SET) - $75
- Placement Test Fees - ACT - $45.00. (Refer to Admissions Policy.)
Books
Books Required for Industrial Maintenance Mechatronics
*See Instructor Prior To Purchasing Books*
- CORE NCCER 6th Edition
- ISBN: 9780137483228
- ToolingU.com 365 day subscription or Tooling-U Bookstore Note: Ask instructor for promo code. IC MECH
- Ugly's Electrical References, 2020 Edition
- ISBN: 9781284194531
Curriculum
First Semester:
- IA 000 – Introductory Maintenance Mechanic/Electrician
- Orientation and Safety Work Readiness
- Worker Characteristics/ NCCER Core*
- Rigging
- Mechanical Systems Level I
- Mechanical Systems Level II
- Piping/Plumbing Systems
- Pumps
Second Semester:
- IA 000 – Maintenance Mechanic/Electrician Level II
- Exploring Electricity Basic Theory
- AC/DC Electricity Training
- Lighting
- Fluid Power Level I
- Fundamentals of Sensor Technology
- Fluid Power Level II
- Industrial Motor Controls
Third Semester:
- IA 000 – Industrial Maintenance Mechanic/ Electrician
- PLC Basics
- Introduction to Industry 4.0 *No Lab*
- FANUC Robotics CERT Cart Level I
- Preventative Maintenance
- Principles of Welding
Fourth Semester:
- IA 000 – Advancement
- Introduction to Mechatronics
- Fundamentals of PLCs - Allen Bradley/Siemens
- PLC Technology II
- Fundamentals of Robotics
- Applied Industry 4.0
Fifth Semester
- IA 000 – Advancement
- Applied Industry 4.0
- Applied Product ID Fundamentals
- Applied Robotics
- Applied Principles of Smart Sensors