Industrial Automation Technology Program

Learn PLC’s, electric motor control, and more.
Train for industrial automation professions.

  • 8 Month Program with 5 Week Starts

  • Accredited

  • Evening Courses

  • Engineering Degree Opportunities

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INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGY

Program Overview

The Industrial Automation Technology program is an accelerated 8 month training program for students to learn how to install, troubleshoot and program various industrial and electromechanical devices commonly used for automation systems and manufacturing processes. The program also introduces students to the National Electrical Code (NEC) and how it applies to the installation of electrical devices.

Students learn electrical installation, advanced electric motor control, advanced programmable logic controller (PLC) programming with Allen Bradley 5000 PLC's, and pnuematics through a combination of lecture and extensive hands-on lab work.

  • 8 Months, Evening Classes
  • Books, Materials and Tools Included
  • Learn Hands-On With Professional Equipment
  • Option to Take with General Electrician Program to Get ET Card

LEARN INDUSTRIAL CONTROL SYSTEMS

LEARN BY DOING

Hands-On Lab Projects

Students who choose to complete the program through residential training work in a variety of SCIT’s Lab Facilities to gain the practical hands-on experience to enter the workforce.

All images below are from SCIT's Labs

Electrical Wiring Lab

Advanced Motors Lab

PLC 5000 Lab

Industrial Automation is the Future

Supply chain disruptions, trade tensions, labor costs, market competition – just some of the reasons why industrial automation is on the rise. More and more companies are shifting toward automating their production processes and reaping the benefits - higher productivity, higher quality, higher flexibility and higher safety. Automation specialists are needed at all levels ranging from technicians to engineers in order to support this movement by major organizations.

SCIT’s Industrial Automation Technology program is designed for those looking to enter the exciting field of industrial automation. The hands-on training prepares graduates for technician level roles to install and troubleshoot the industrial and electromagnetic devices that power automation. Graduates may also consider pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering to further open career opportunities as they gain experience in the field.

B.S. Electrical Engineering Degree Opportunities

SCIT is an accredited, degree granting institution. Students may have the opportunity to continue their education toward a degree to open further career opportunities.

Start by completing the Industrial Automation Technology program and find entry level employment in the industrial field. Work in the field while pursuing a B.S. Electrical Engineering degree in the evenings. At the end you will have a diploma, a degree and work experience.

Degree Topics Include: Digital Electronics, Semiconductors and Circuits, Programming, MATLAB, Signal Analysis, Computer Aided Drafting (CAD), 3D Modeling with SolidWorks, Embedded Systems, Robotic Engineering, Control Systems, Electric Machines, Power Systems, Power Distribution, Power Protection, Senior Capstone Project and much more.

About SCIT

SCIT was founded over 35 years ago by a team of engineers and educators in Anaheim, CA with a vision to build an institution that prides itself on providing quality technical education. With a single campus location, SCIT's over 15,000 graduates work in a variety of companies based in California and throughout the nation.

ACCREDITATION: SCIT is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).

BPPE: Southern California Institute of Technology is a private institution approved to operate in the State of California by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. Approval to operate means being in compliance with state standards as set forth in the CEC and 5, CRC. For more information, contact the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education at 1747 North Market Blvd., Suite 225, Sacramento, CA 95833, www.bppe.ca.gov, toll-free telephone number (888) 370-7589 or by fax (916) 263-1897.

VA: SCIT is approved to participate in veterans education benefits programs under Title 38 of the GI Bill® for eligible veteran students. GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

DOE: SCIT is an eligible institution participating in federal financial aid programs. Financial aid is available to those who qualify. The U.S. Department of Education has approved Southern California Institute of Technology for participation in the following programs: Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), Federal Direct Subsidized Loans, Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans, Federal Parent Loans to Undergraduate Students (PLUS), and Federal Work Study (FWS).

DIR: SCIT is approved by the California Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Apprenticeship Standards to offer the Whole General Electrician Curriculum (Approved School #145).

WIOA: SCIT is approved for WIOA training benefits from various Workforce Investment Boards.

DHS: SCIT is approved to issue I-20's to admit foreign students.