Automation Engineer Technology - AAS

Careers

Automation Engineering Technologists provide technical support to engineers and professionals working with automated systems. These technicians develop, calibrate, modify, and maintain these systems. Technicians may be employed to support numerous industries that utilize automation and/or robotics.

Program Outcomes

1. Describe and identify hazards working with electrical wiring.
2. Explain ladder logic diagrams.
3. Describe the operating characteristics and applications of electrical devices.
4. Set up, operate, and maintain electrical devices.
5. Apply electrical troubleshooting techniques.
6. Diagnose and analyze problems in electrical systems.
7. Measure electrical units as applied to AC and DC circuits.
8. Evaluate problems in electronic components.
9. Describe PLC terminology as applied to industrial controls.

Accreditation

Hutchinson Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.