Program Info
Minimum credits: 69
Length: 4 Semesters
Division: Career and Technical Education (RCATT)
Contact: 434.797.8430
Award: Associate of Applied Science
Plan Code: 718-12 CIP Code: 15.0612
Program Description
The Associate of Applied Science in Technical Studies Automation and Robotics includes four educational components: general education, technical foundations, content skills and knowledge, and work-based learning. The content skills and knowledge and work-based learning components are specific to the field of automation/robotics. This includes the installation, configuration, programming, and troubleshooting of automation/robotic systems.
Admission Requirements: Students must meet the general admission requirements of the college. All Students who are not proficient in communication and computation skills will be required to correct deficiencies through developmental courses and/or direct enrollment.
Program Outcomes: Graduates of the Automation/Robotics-Technical Studies Program will:
- Demonstrate the knowledge gained in how modern manufacturers use Automation/Robotics in manufacturing.
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate Automation/Robotics concepts effectively.
- Demonstrate analytical ability to effectively perform manufacturing systems troubleshooting.
- Demonstrate the proper use of tools and test equipment used with Automation/Robotics.
- Demonstrate the proper safety procedures when working with or near Automation/Robotic systems.
