Automation Systems Technology (Robotics)
Automation Systems Technology (Robotics) Associate of Applied Science Degree
Program Code: 10-664-1
For more information: wctc.edu/automation-systems
Automated systems have become standard in many industries to provide reliable ways to program and control machine movements. In this program, learn about robotics and programmable logic controllers, discover how automation principles apply to business/industry, and develop skills to work with complex computers and machinery in automated production lines.
The minimum required course grades and program grade point average (GPA) for students under this catalog are:
Core Courses = C
General Studies Courses = C-
Program GPA = 2.0
Related Certificates you can earn along the way.
Program Outcomes
- Perform work safely.
- Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems and devices.
- Communicate technical information.
- Integrate automation and mechanical control systems.
- Assemble automated equipment.
- Program automated equipment.
Critical Life Skills
To help our students prepare for success in a workplace and society that is increasingly global, multi-cultural, and collaborative, all students are given opportunities to develop and demonstrate Critical Life Skills, both in and out of the classroom. The following Critical Life Skills are learning outcomes for WCTC students.
Communication: Demonstrate appropriate communication.
Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Demonstrate critical thinking skills to analyze situations and solve problems.
Relationships: Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
Self-management: Demonstrate responsible and respectful behavior.
Listed below are the required courses for the program. To view the recommended sequence for taking courses click on the plan of study tab(s) above. Work with your Academic Advisor to design a program plan!
View your Program Matrix to find out when each course will be offered (term and time of day).
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| 414-186 | Industrial Electricity | 2 |
| 462-151 | Mechanical Power Trans 1 | 3 |
| 605-129 | Elect Pwr Ctrl & Motors | 3 |
| 605-138 | SS Devices for Automation | 2 |
| 605-139 | Human Machine Interfaces | 3 |
| 605-188 | PLC 1 | 2 |
| 605-189 | PLC 2 | 2 |
| 605-191 | PLC 3 | 2 |
| 605-193 | PLC - Siemens Controllers | 2 |
| 605-196 | Drives and Intro to Servos | 2 |
| 605-197 | Sensors and Process Control | 2 |
| 606-153 | Internship - Applied Tech | 1 |
| 612-310 | Industrial Hydraulic Systems | 2 |
Approved Substitute: 612-104 OR 612-110 | ||
| 612-315 | Industrial Pneumatic Systems | 2 |
Approved Substitute: 612-115 | ||
| 664-160 | Robotics and Servo Control | 3 |
| 664-161 | Automation Systems | 3 |
| 664-162 | Robotics Applications | 3 |
| 664-165 | Fabrication-Automation Systems | 2 |
| 890-108 | Employment Success | 1 |
| General Studies | ||
| 801-136 | English Composition 1 | 3 |
| Approved Substitute: 801-223 | ||
| 801-196 | Oral/Interpersonal Comm | 3 |
Approved Substitute: 801-198 | ||
| 804-107 | College Mathematics | 3 |
| 806-139 | Survey of Physics | 3 |
| 809-195 | Economics | 3 |
| 809-199 | Psychology of Human Relations | 3 |
Approved Substitute: 809-198 | ||
| Total Credits | 60 | |
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term 1 | Credits | |
| 414-186 | Industrial Electricity | 2 |
| 605-188 | PLC 1 | 2 |
| 804-107 | College Mathematics | 3 |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| 605-129 | Elect Pwr Ctrl & Motors | 3 |
| 605-189 | PLC 2 | 2 |
| 801-136 | English Composition 1 | 3 |
| Credits | 8 | |
| Winter Interim | ||
| 890-108 | Employment Success | 1 |
| Credits | 1 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| 605-139 | Human Machine Interfaces | 3 |
| 605-191 | PLC 3 | 2 |
| 806-139 | Survey of Physics | 3 |
| Credits | 8 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| 605-138 | SS Devices for Automation | 2 |
| 605-193 | PLC - Siemens Controllers | 2 |
| 612-310 | Industrial Hydraulic Systems | 2 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Summer Term | ||
| 606-153 | Internship - Applied Tech | 1 |
| 801-196 | Oral/Interpersonal Comm | 3 |
| Credits | 4 | |
| Fall Term 1 | ||
| 605-197 | Sensors and Process Control | 2 |
| 462-151 | Mechanical Power Trans 1 | 3 |
| 664-165 | Fabrication-Automation Systems | 2 |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| 605-196 | Drives and Intro to Servos | 2 |
| 664-160 | Robotics and Servo Control | 3 |
| Credits | 5 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| 664-161 | Automation Systems This course will run 16 weeks. | 3 |
| 664-162 | Robotics Applications | 3 |
| 809-195 | Economics | 3 |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| 612-315 | Industrial Pneumatic Systems | 2 |
| 809-199 | Psychology of Human Relations | 3 |
| Credits | 5 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |