Automation and robotics technology
Train for a growing career that’s full of options. Stark State College’s automation and robotics technology associate degree program will give you the high-value skills for career success through hands-on training.
Program at a glance
DEGREE TYPE
Associate of Applied Science
Certificates
PROGRAM FORMAT
In person*
LENGTH (FULL TIME)
4-semester associate degree
2- and 3-semester certificates
CAREER COMMUNITY
Engineering technologies, industrial, advanced manufacturing and automotive technologies
*Please note: Many Stark State classes have online and in-person options.
Program overview
Be in demand.
Businesses are looking for new tools to gain a competitive edge, and robotics and automation are leading the way. These skills are in demand across American production and manufacturing. They’re also integral to other markets – like health care, building, farming, food processing and the military. Looking ahead, new careers are emerging – jobs that don’t even exist yet but will require advanced technical skill sets.
Program details
In Stark State’s automation and robotics associate degree program, you’ll get be trained on a number of tools and programs, including Allen/Bradley family PLCs and FANUC robots, that will give you the know-how and hands-on experience to excel in the field.
What else will you learn?
- AutoCAD
- Visual basic programming
- PC repair and maintenance
- Common industrial controls
- Industrial sensor and instrumentation
- Programming and troubleshooting PLCs
- Setting up and programming industrial robotics
Our automation and robotics program offers stackable, one-year certificates that can stand alone or be part of the path to your degree.
- Basic robotics certificate
- Automation and robotics certificate
[Bulleted list of all the certificates that stack into the degree that link to their Course Leaf pages]
Careers and outcomes
You’ll be prepared for job opportunities and work with automatic control systems, AC and DC control components, motors, programmable control, microprocessors, computers and robots in industries such as:
- Mining
- Steel mills
- Processing plants
- Oil refineries
- Power plants
- Manufacturing
- Semiconductors
- Electronics
- Chemical
Your responsibilities could include:
- Construction
- Fabrication
- Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Repair
- Calibration
- Testing
- Design
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Lowest tuition around
Put your money toward your goals – not debt.
Stark State’s tuition costs up to 83% less than other area colleges and universities. Along with financial aid and scholarship opportunities, you gain the most value for your education without sacrificing quality.
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Steve Tornero
Department Chair, Industrial Technologies
330-494-6170 ext. 5364
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