Industrial Automation & Robotics
Overview
Degrees Offered: AAS
Limited Enrollment: Yes
Program Begins: Fall
Delivery Method: On Campus
Phone: 701-224-5651 • 800-852-5685
Email: bsc.aeat@bismarckstate.edu
Description
Automation is a key facet in many industries including manufacturing, food and beverage, energy, logistics, and more. The Industrial Automation & Robotics program prepares students to install, maintain, repair, operate, and troubleshoot physical machines and control systems used to automate tasks within an industrial process. Students will complete a solid foundation of electronic, electrical, mechanical, control systems, and robotic systems projects, and then learn to integrate these systems to increase the productivity and efficiencies in industrial facilities.
Preparation
Those considering an automation career should have a high school background in applied physics and algebra. Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and/or instrumentation systems is beneficial.
Prospective students should be prepared for the physical demands of entry-level technician positions after completing this program. Typical industry requirements include passing a physical exam, lifting 50+ pounds, climbing ladders, and working in confined spaces or heights. Job applicants also may be required to pass a drug screening and eye exam, including the ability to distinguish between colors accurately.
Requirements
Students who complete the curriculum requirements receive an Associate in Applied Science degree.
Program Pathways
Credits from the Industrial Automation & Robotics Associate in Applied Science degree may stack into the following Bachelor of Applied Science degrees:
Career Opportunities
Working in industrial automation provides a high-paying career and exciting opportunities for employment throughout the world. The need for trained automation technicians continues to increase as manufacturing moves toward industry 4.0 standards.
Additional Information
This program receives funding from the U.S. Department of Labor; therefore, veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service over non-covered persons. (20 CFR 1010)