Teacher: John Mestishen, West Campus

The Robotics and Automation Technology program gives students the opportunity to work with “smart machines”- robots. The combination of high-speed computers and
artificial intelligence software has advanced the field of robotics to produce a need for employees who are skilled to work with robots of increasing complexity. Daily advances in these fields have created an increasing demand for “smart humans” (engineers, technicians, electronic designers and robotic installation and repair workers) to work with them.

Students will study the following areas: direct current circuits, alternating current circuits, DC machines, servomechanisms and synchros, semiconductor circuits, digital circuits, single-phase transformers and AC machines, electrical motor controls, three-phase transformers and AC machines, programmable logic controls, robotics, mechanical power transmission, electrical power circuits,
introductory pneumatics, introductory hydraulics, PLC control of fluid power, manufacturing system workcells, and process control.

By choosing to pursue a career in Robotics and Automation Technology, you will place yourself in the forefront of American industrial advancement. You’ll learn to build, repair and maintain all types of electromechanical devices, from the familiar soft drink vending machine to missile controls.

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