Automation Technology (IST4) Diploma (Formerly Industrial Systems Technology)
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Program Description:
The Automation Technology Diploma program is designed for the student who wishes to prepare for a career as an automation technician/electrician. The program provides learning opportunities that introduce, develop and reinforce academic and technical knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to retrain or upgrade present knowledge and skill. The diploma program teaches skills in automation technology providing background skills in several areas of industrial maintenance including electronics, industrial wiring, motors, controls, PLCs, instrumentation, fluid power, mechanical, pumps and piping, and computers. Graduates of the program receive an Automation Technology Diploma that qualifies them for employment as industrial electricians or industrial systems technicians.
Entrance Dates:
Fall and Spring Semester (Pre-Occupational Courses Any Semester)
Basic Skills Courses (8 Credit Hours)
Occupational Curriculum (38 Credit Hours)
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Total Credit Hours: 46 Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation