Industrial Automation, Controls, and Networking

10-631-2 Associate Degree (two-year)
Offered at New Richmond

Interfacing. Administration. Evaluation.

Classroom and hands-on laboratory instruction with several manufacturing systems will help you understand computer and programmable logic controller (PLC) interfacing, control systems, network installation, and administration.

Communicator. Self-motivated. Accurate.

As you prepare for your career, you should strive to reach a comfort level in the following courses or skills:

• Algebra/Geometry
• English/Speech/Creative Writing
• Economics/Business
• Basic computer skills

Find out what the Industrial Automation, Controls, and Networking program
can help you do in the Career Impact article Not your father's manufacturing technology.

Special Features

This program is unique in the state. The first year of the Industrial Automation, Controls, and Networking program and the first year of the Information Technology - Network Specialist program at New Richmond are the same. Second-year students have the option to continue with the Industrial Automation, Controls, and Networking program or pursue the Information Technology - Network Specialist program.

Program Outcomes

Employers will expect Industrial Automation, Controls, and Networking graduates to be able to:

• Identify system and network requirements
• Evaluate and recommend hardware/software
• Install and support LAN/communication busses
• Install and maintain hardware/software/cabling
• Develop and maintain system documentation
• Troubleshoot the hardware and software involved with PLCs, instruments, and control systems
• Utilize effective communication skills

Program Costs

The estimated total program cost for the two-year Industrial Automation, Controls, and Networking program is approximately $9,350. This program is eligible for financial aid. View more information on program and costs.