Associate in Applied Science
This program has been replaced by Mechatronics – Robotics and Automated Systems (APMRAS). Students currently enrolled need to complete it by the end of the Spring/Summer 2025 semester.
If you have questions about this program please contact a program advisor or contact a general student advisor.
Academic Requirements
This program prepares students for entry-level positions as an automated equipment technician who assembles, installs, programs, troubleshoots and maintains robotic and automated equipment. Students have a choice to follow any of three different specialty tracks which will prepare them for the various applications of automation. Each track features a variety of application level classes where the student performs lab-oriented practice for required skills. It is highly recommended that beginning students take at least one technical class during their first semester. See an advisor in the Industrial Technology department for assistance.
Students must select one of the concentrations to complete as a program requirement.
Program Concentrations
Fluid Power Specialty (FPWR)
FLP 110 Fluid Power Fundamentals - II
FLP 214 Hydraulic Circuits and Controls
FLP 225 Fluid Power Motion Control
FLP 226 Pneumatics
Industrial Electronics Specialty (IELC)
ELE 211 Basic Electronics
ELE 254 PLC Applications
FLP 226 Pneumatics
Numerical Control Specialty (NCTL)
NCT 110 Introduction to Computerized Machining (CNC) - II
NCT 120 2D CAD CAM for Shape Cutting
NCT 121 Manual Programming and NC Tool Operation
NCT 123 2D CAD CAM CNC Programming for Mills and Lathes
NCT 221 Advanced Manual Programming and NC Tool Operation
Eastern Michigan University, several BS degrees;
Wayne State University, several BS degrees.
Copies can be obtained from the Counseling Office, a program advisor, or from the Curriculum and Assessment Office Web site: https://www.wccnet.edu/learn/transfer-wcc-credits/articulation-agreements.php .
- Division
- Adv Tech/Public Serv Careers
- Department
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Advisors
Concentrations
First Fall Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FLP 101 | Fluid Power Fundamentals - I | 2 | |
| FLP 110 | Fluid Power Fundamentals - II* | 2 | |
| NCT 101 | Introduction to Computerized Machining (CNC) - I | 2 | |
| NCT 110 | Introduction to Computerized Machining (CNC) - II** | 2 | |
| ROB 101 | Robotics I - I | 2 | |
| ROB 110 | Robotics I - II | 2 | |
| Elective | Math Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Total | 15 | ||
First Winter Semester
First Spring/Summer Semester
Second Fall Semester
Second Winter Semester
- Total Credits Required
- 69
First Fall Semester
First Winter Semester
First Spring/Summer Semester
Second Fall Semester
Second Winter Semester
- Total Credits Required
- 70
First Fall Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FLP 101 | Fluid Power Fundamentals - I | 2 | |
| FLP 110 | Fluid Power Fundamentals - II* | 2 | |
| NCT 101 | Introduction to Computerized Machining (CNC) - I | 2 | |
| NCT 110 | Introduction to Computerized Machining (CNC) - II** | 2 | |
| ROB 101 | Robotics I - I | 2 | |
| ROB 110 | Robotics I - II | 2 | |
| Elective | Math Elective(s) Academic Math Level 4 or higher | 3 | |
| Total | 15 | ||
First Winter Semester
First Spring/Summer Semester
Second Fall Semester
Second Winter Semester
- Total Credits Required
- 71
Footnotes
*Students who have successfully completed FLP 110 as part of their certificate do not need to take this course as a semester requirement. Course can only be taken once for credit.
**Students who have successfully completed NCT 110 as part of their certificate do not need to take this course as a semester requirement. Course can only be taken once for credit.
See an advisor to assist in scheduling and planning for each semester as some classes have limited offering.