Automation Specialist (CVAMSP)

Advanced Certificate

The Automation Specialist advanced certificate builds on skills obtained in the Robotics Technician certificate for those with the desire to enter the field of automation and robotics. Students will learn how robots are programmed and wired into larger systems. Technicians work in industrial settings to operate, maintain, and program robots.

Students with technology interests who enjoy working with their hands like gaming, manipulating code, robotics, 3D printing are suited for this line of work.

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2024-2025 Academic Requirements

The Automation Specialist certificate builds on skills obtained in the Robotics Technician certificate for those with the desire to enter the field of automation and robotics. Students will learn how robots are programmed and wired into larger systems. Technicians work in industrial settings to operate, maintain, and program robots.

Students with technology interests who enjoy working with their hands like gaming, manipulating code, robotics, 3D printing are suited for this line of work.

Division
Adv Tech/Public Serv Careers
Department
Advanced Manufacturing
Advisors
For more information email [email protected].
Niki Lee
Janine Militello
Major/Area Requirements
Class Title Minimum Credits
ELE 254   Programmable Controllers (PLCs) II 4
MEC 105   Pneumatics and Hydraulics in Fluid Power 4
NCT 100   Foundation Concepts for Manufacturing (CNC) 3
NCT 120   Introduction to 2D CAD CAM Programming and Applications 2
ROB 221   Robotics III 4
Total 17

Total Credits Required
17