Robotics and Automation Technology

Degree Type: Associate of Applied Science Degree, AAS, Certificate, CER

Pathway: Applied Technology

More Options: Classroom Based

Program Length: 4 Semesters

Location: Centennial

Transferability: Non-transferable

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Career Outlook

What kind of salary can you expect?

Robotics Technician

$63,820 / yr

2020 data from Department of Labor & Statistics for Colorado

Electrical Engineering Technicians

$72,970 / yr

2020 data from Department of Labor & Statistics for Colorado

Job Growth

+17%

In Colorado, the demand for Robotics Technicians is expected to increase by 17% between 2018 and 2028.

Source: O*NET OnLine

Classes You Might Take

This degree program prepares you with technical job entry skills for entry-level technicians careers in the robotics and automation field. Graduates become qualified to work in electronic automation and in control systems environments. Things you will learn include:

Electro mechanics
Mechatronics
Microcomputers
Electrical theory DC/AC
Electrical circuits and wiring
Computer aided design
Robotic systems and design
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
Industrial Ethernet and Fiber Optic LANS
Digital Devices
Computer Aided Drafting 2D

elt 106 | fundamentals of DC/AC

Introduces the basic skills needed for many careers in electronics and related fields. Covers the operations and applications of basic DC and AC circuits consisting of resistors, capacitors, inductors, transformers, and diodes. Emphasizes the use of common test instruments in troubleshooting.

ELT 2361 | microprocessors

Focuses on the printed circuit board and how to repair, modify and reword broken or defective printed circuit boards.

ELT 2368 | robotics technologies

Introduces industrial robotics as well as a survey of the technologies and equipment used in manufacturing automation and process control. Includes axis configurations, work envelopes, programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Incorporates a survey of automation topics including history, computer and hardwired controls, sensors and transducers, motors and actuators, fluid power, etc. and provides a preview of the other ELT classes that cover those subjects.

ELT 2266 | advanced electronic assembly

Focuses on the printed circuit board and how to repair, modify and rework broken or defective printed circuit boards. Includes selecting proper procedures, selecting proper tools, making repairs to Lands, replacing components, repairing defects in printed circuit boards, use of conformal coatings, proper handling of electronic components, laminate repair and heat treatment of components.

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Learning Outcomes

Follow safety policies and/or procedures according to industry standards
Perform troubleshooting techniques
Interpret, analyze, and evaluate technical material
Apply understanding of electrical circuits in DC and AC circuits
Define an industrial robot
Recognize robot degrees of freedom
List the main components of an industrial robot
Identify the two major categories of robot programming
Define point-to-point control
Understand and interpret learned information
Identify robot configurations
Identify factors which should be considered when selecting an industrial robot
Identify types of actuators
Identify different types of motion instructions
Identify the most common functions performed by inspection robots
Put ideas and concepts to work in solving problems
Describe characteristics of a continuous path robot
Differentiate between servo and non-servo control systems
Differentiate between manual and automatic programming
Differentiate between robot handling and assembly
Design appropriate robotic workcells for different manufacturing processes