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Gain hands-on experience with robotics, PLCs, sensors, and automated systems. This program prepares you for high-demand careers in advanced manufacturing, automation, and control systems.
The Advanced Automation and Robotics Technology program equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in one of today’s fastest-growing, high-demand, and high-wage career fields. Designed for both recent high school graduates and current industry professionals, this program provides hands-on training that prepares students to make a real impact in the world of manufacturing and robotics.
Students will learn to design, program, and troubleshoot automated systems—including programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and industrial robots. In addition, they’ll gain critical skills in diagnosing, repairing, testing, and restoring failed components to working conditions.
The program offers stackable certificates as well as an associate’s degree, allowing students to tailor their education to meet their goals and advance their careers in automation and robotics.
Advising
Advising
Meet our faculty and staff advisors. They can help to ensure you stay on track.
Faculty Advisors:
Faculty Advisors:
Steven Green sgreen150@ivytech.edu
Chris Childers cchilders16@ivytech.edu
Darren Spencer dspencer49@ivytech.edu
Dedicated Staff Advising and Enrollment Specialists:
Dedicated Staff Advising and Enrollment Specialists:
Incoming Students: Emily Tran Enrollment Services Specialist etran2@ivytech.edu
Established Students: Sy Hutchison, Advising Specialist syhutchison10@ivytech.edu
General Registration Questions: bl-info@ivytech.edu 812-330-6160
Certifications
Certifications
During the course of study, students can earn a number of certifications - gaining skills and count towards an Associate of Applied Science Degree
Workforce Certificates:
Workforce Certificates:
· MSSC Maintenance Awareness
· MSSC Manufacturing Processes and Production
· MSSC Safety
· MSSC Quality Practices and Measurement
· OSHA 10- hour
· Smart Automation Certification Alliance
o Mechanical Power Systems 1
o Robot Systems Operator 1
o Electric Motor Control Systems 1
o Pneumatic System
o Electrical Systems 1
o Programmable Controller Systems 1
o Programmable Controller Troubleshooting 1
o Certified Industry 4.0 Associate – Basic Operations and NIMS Duty Area 8 for Welders
· FANUC Certified Robot Operator
· Siemens Level 1
Ivy Tech Certificates:
Ivy Tech Certificates:
· Mechatronics Certificate
· Automation & Robotics Technology Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Sciences Degree – The AAS Degree builds on your certificate and opens the door to greater opportunities and higher earning potential.
Careers
Careers
Students go on to pursue careers in manufacturing and industry as:
Maintenance Technicians Electrical Technicians
Automation Technicians Robotics Technicians
Quality Engineers
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to qualify for financial aid.
This program also qualifies for financial support from the state of Indiana Next Level Jobs program and Workforce Ready Grants.
Additional program information can be found here.
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