Robotics Certificate

Overview

Robot technicians program, maintain, and operate industrial robots. Imagine being part of a field where you get to work with advanced robots and make them do incredible things. That's what a career in industrial robotics is all about. Here's what you need to know:

• Robot Programmers: Once you've built a robot, you'll need to teach it what to do. It's a bit like writing code for a computer, but instead, you're creating programs that tell the robot how to move, pick up objects, and perform tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Problem Solvers: Robots, like any machines, can run into problems. As an industrial robotics expert, you'll be the go-to person to figure out what's wrong and fix it. This involves troubleshooting and sometimes even creating new solutions to make the robot work better.
• Making Work Smoother: One of the best parts of this career is that you're helping companies improve their productivity. By using robots effectively, you can make work processes faster, safer, and more cost-efficient.
• Safety Experts: Safety is a big deal when you're working with robots, especially when they're around people. You'll be responsible for making sure robots are designed and programmed to work safely, so they don't harm anyone or damage things accidentally.
• Continuous Learning: Technology never stops evolving, and neither does your learning. You'll always be discovering new ways to make robots smarter, more efficient, and more capable.
• Career Opportunities: With a career in industrial robotics, you can work in various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, and more. You might work for companies that build robots or as a consultant who helps different businesses implement robotic systems.

In a nutshell, a career in industrial robotics is like being at the forefront of technology. You get to create, program, and make robots do amazing things to make our world work better and smarter. It's a career that's both challenging and incredibly rewarding, and it's a field that's growing fast as technology continues to advance.

People in this field

• have good problem-solving skills
• have an eye for detail
• enjoy repairing or fixing
• are willing to work with their hands
• like variety in their work

This one-year program includes the essential areas of robot operation and maintenance to get you job-ready fast! You will take courses in electronics, basic and industrial robotics and mechatronics (a combination of mechanics, electronics, and computers). All of these classes are “hands-on;” you will be working with the same equipment you will see out in the industry.

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Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, the student will be able to:

• Develop programs to control industrial robots for a variety of applications.
• Recognize the application of problem-solving techniques.
• Describe and apply safety rules while working on robots.
• Analyze the technical specifications of manufacturing systems, modules and components.
• Perform as part of a team to complete a complex automated systems project.

Career Opportunities

Robotics Technician, Robot Operation, Robot Programming