Engineering Technology - Robotics & Automation Technology, Associate of Applied Science
NMC Code 544
Engineering technology education focuses primarily on the applied aspects of science and engineering aimed at preparing graduates for practice in that portion of the technological spectrum closest to product improvement, manufacturing, construction, and engineering operational functions.
The NMC Engineering Technology degree offers students a broad-based curriculum across all areas of technical education, preparing the graduates for emerging job markets and highly technical fields.
NMC has created a unique training center that specializes in robotics and automation. This specialization prepares student for careers in the fast-paced world of manufacturing, automation, and control systems. These control systems are present in everything from high-tech manufacturing and robotic processes to amusement park rides.
Areas of Emphasis:
• Microcontroller Programming
• Microcontroller Systems
• Programmable Logic Controllers
• Manufacturing Engineering Process
Within this degree students will have the opportunity to earn the following: CSWA Certified Solidworks Associate, ISPS Connector and Conductor, and PCEP- Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer.
Major Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements | ||
| ENG 111 | English Composition | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 3-4 | |
| English Composition | ||
| Technical Writing | ||
| Professional Communications | ||
| PHL 105 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
| Math Competency 1 | 4 | |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Human Biology | ||
| Meteorology & Climatology | ||
| Physics of the World Around Us | ||
| General Physics I | ||
| GEO 115 | Introduction to GIS | 3 |
| Technical Specialty Requirements | ||
| DD 170 | CADD/Computer Modeling | 4 |
| EET 102 | Intro to Engineering Tech | 2 |
| EET 103 | Electrical Studies I | 3 |
| MFG 104 | Fluid Power | 3 |
| RAM 155 | Microcontroller Programming | 3 |
| RAM 205 | Microcontroller Systems | 3 |
| Robotics & Automation Technology | ||
| 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 |
| EET 260 | System Engineering in Practice | 3 |
| MFG 203 | Manuf/Engineering Processes | 3 |
| Total Credits | 60-61 | |
Minimum Program Requirements 60
Note: Internship opportunities are available for additional credits.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| ENG 111 | English Composition | 4 |
| GEO 115 | Introduction to GIS | 3 |
| EET 102 | Intro to Engineering Tech | 2 |
| EET 103 | Electrical Studies I | 3 |
| RAM 155 | Microcontroller Programming | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3-4 | |
| English Composition | ||
| Technical Writing | ||
| Professional Communications | ||
| RAM 205 | Microcontroller Systems | 3 |
| DD 170 | CADD/Computer Modeling | 4 |
| EET 204 | Electrical Studies II | 3 |
| Credits | 13-14 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Fall | ||
| MTH 121 | College Algebra | 4 |
| MFG 104 | Fluid Power | 3 |
| MFG 203 | Manuf/Engineering Processes | 3 |
| EET 221 | Industrial Controls (Fall only) | 3 |
| EET 232 | Programmable Logic Controllers (Fall only) | 3 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| PHL 105 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
| EET 233 | PLC Applications I (Spring only) | 3 |
| EET 234 | PLC Applications II (Spring only) | 3 |
| EET 260 | System Engineering in Practice (Spring only) | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Meteorology & Climatology | ||
| Human Biology | ||
| Physics of the World Around Us | ||
| General Physics I | ||
| Credits | 16 | |
| Total Credits | 60-61 | |
The responsibility for determining the transferability of this degree and courses to another institution is the sole responsibility of the student.