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What to Know at a Glance
Duration
2 year associate degree (60 sch);
1 year certificate (42 sch);
1 semester certificate (10 sch)
Delivery
Face-to-face
Scheduling Options
Full time; Part time; Day classes; Night classes
Where it is offered
Main Campus
About Instrumentation / Robotics Technology
This program is available to anyone that is interested in pursuing jobs in general electronics maintenance and repair, including industrial electronics and instrumentation in manufacturing facilities. Focused subject matter includes Programmable Logic Controllers, Robotics, and Motor Controls.
- Instrumentation / Robotics Advanced Certificate – 1 year (42 sch)
- Instrumentation / Robotics Program Occupational Skills Award – 1 semester (10 sch)
National Electrical Code I
An introductory study of the National Electric Code (NEC) for those employed in fields requiring knowledge of the Code. Emphasis on wiring design, protection, methods, and materials; equipment for general use; and basic calculations.
Robotic Fundamentals
An introduction to flexible automation. Topics include installation, repair, maintenance, and development of flexible robotic manufacturing systems.
Application of Industrial Automatic Controls
Automatic process control including measuring devices, analog and digital instrumentation, signal transmitters, recorders, alarms, controllers, control valves, and process and instrument diagrams. Includes connection and troubleshooting of loops.
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Professionalism
- Problem Solving
- Organization
- Time Management
- Safety Awareness
Possible Careers and Salaries
Electro-Mechanical Technicians
$35,074
Industrial Electrical & Electronics Repair
$57,956
Calibration Technicians
$63,085
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists
$59,327
Electromechanical Equipment Assembler
$40,476
Tuition Costs
Approximate total program cost for full-time in-district (Bowie County residents) is $6,950.
student spotlight
“Thomas Holt gives you projects that you don’t think you can do, but with his guidance you figure it out every time.”
– Kyle Kennedy, Student
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