Automation and Robotics, Diploma

Campus: Clinton, Muscatine, and Scott Community Colleges

This program prepares students for an entry-level position with Automation and Robotics in the industrial field.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program in Automation and Robotics, Diploma students will be able to:

Exhibit safe working practices in laboratory and industrial environments.
Properly use tools and electrical test equipment to verify correct installation and operation of electrical and mechanical systems.
Identify faulty components and sub-systems in order to return apparatus to proper operation.
Interpret technical documents to aid in the installation and troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical systems.
Effectively communicate technical information in oral and written formats common in industry.
Demonstrate time management and reliability traits that will enhance performance in the workplace.

Plan of Study

Term 1

MFG 106 - Workplace Safety Credit(s): 3.00
IND 134 - Print Reading Credit(s): 2.00
ELE 113 - AC/DC Fundamentals Credit(s): 3.00
IND 200 - Mechanical Drives I Credit(s): 2.00
EGT 117 - Fluid Power Fundamentals Credit(s): 2.00
ELE 195 - Motor Control Credit(s): 3.00
ELT 128 - PLC Programming and Control I Credit(s): 2.00

Term Total: 17.00 Credits

Term 2

ATR 145 - Introduction to Industrial Robotics Credit(s): 2.00
IND 125 - Introduction to Process Control Credit(s): 3.00
MAT 104 - Applied Math Topics Credit(s): 3.00
ELT 253 - Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers Credit(s): 2.00
ATR 137 - Intermediate Robotics Credit(s): 3.00
IND 198 - Mechatronics Credit(s): 3.00

Term Total: 16.00 Credits

Diploma Total: 33.00 Credits

Non-discrimination Statement / Equal Educational Opportunities

It is the policy of Eastern Iowa Community College District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status, as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).

If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Equity Coordinator, Eastern Iowa Community College District, 101 West Third Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801, 563-336-5222, equity@eicc.edu or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone: (312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730- 1576, TDD (800) 877-8339 Email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.