Industrial Robotics (Pending Approval)
17-18 credit hours
Catalog Year 2026-2027
Students completing the Industrial Robotics Certificate will be prepared for entry-level positions that focus on robotics and automated systems, with skills in robotic programming, networking for controls, and applied automation that build directly toward careers in industrial robotics and smart manufacturing. This certificate is a stackable, employment-focused credential that strengthens students’ readiness for immediate workforce entry while also providing a pathway into advanced coursework in PLCs, automation, and systems.
Certificate Requirements
| Class | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MECH 110 | Networking for Automated Controls | 3 |
| MECH 145 | Introduction to Robotics | 3 |
| MECH 245 | Robotics & Automated Controls I | 3 |
| MECH 246 | Robotics & Automated Controls II | 3 |
| TECH 101 | Introduction to Tools | 1 |
|
OR |
10-Hour OSHA Construction or General Industry Safety OR 30-Hour OSHA Construction or General Industry Safety |
1 or 2 |
| Elective | Any MAIN, MECH, or WELD course | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 17-18 |
Suggested Sequence:
Fall 1: MECH 110, TECH 101, TECH 171/172 or TECH 271/272
Spring 1: MECH 145
Fall 2: MECH 245, Elective
Spring 2: MECH 246