NMC Code 076

Trained personnel who design, program, operate, service, and maintain these devices are performing duties that fit the job description of a programmable logic controller technician. They have the technical knowledge to set up electronic control systems for mechanical equipment, including integrating electrical wiring requirements to pneumatic and hydraulic systems. They also will learn system monitoring, debugging and troubleshooting operational problems, making repairs and performing preventive maintenance activities. There is a very high demand for trained individuals in this field as many industries have automated processes in which equipment and machines are computer-controlled. The curriculum is designed by industry experts to meet employer demands. Students receive hands-on training in our state-of-the-art lab.

Certificate Requirements

Course List

Course	Title	Credits
EET 103	Electrical Studies I	3
EET 204	Electrical Studies II	3
EET 221	Industrial Controls	3
EET 232	Programmable Logic Controllers	3
EET 233	PLC Applications I	3
EET 234	PLC Applications II	3
Total Credits		18

Plan of Study Grid

Year 1
Fall		Credits
EET 103	Electrical Studies I	3
	Credits	3
Spring
EET 204	Electrical Studies II	3
	Credits	3
Year 2
Fall
EET 221	Industrial Controls (Fall only)	3
EET 232	Programmable Logic Controllers (Fall only)	3
	Credits	6
Spring
EET 233	PLC Applications I (Spring only)	3
EET 234	PLC Applications II (Spring only)	3
	Credits	6
	Total Credits	18

The responsibility for determining the transferability of this degree and courses to another institution is the sole responsibility of the student.