Automation & Robotics

Electromechanical Automation Technology


Program Competencies

  1. Interpret technical drawings common to manufacturing. (DFT114)
  2. Set up and operate CAD system to generate drawings. (DFT252AA)
  3. Apply Ohm’s and Kirchhoff’s laws to the solution of DC circuits and networks. (ELE111)
  4. Apply small signal analysis to bipolar and field-effect transistor circuits, and multistage amplifiers. (ELE121)
  5. To graphically model manufacturing simulations. (GTC266)
  6. Describe the operation of industrial electronic circuits containing thyristors, photoelectric devices, relays or servomechanisms. (ELE223)
  7. Properly use standard electronic test equipment in the laboratory environment. (ELE251)
  8. Identify the processes of machining, forming, casting, joining (assembly), and conditioning as they relate to the conversion of materials to finished products. (GTC104)
  9. Develop an appreciation of safe work habits. (GTC106AA)
  10. Identify and apply the fundamental laws, principles, and applications of hydraulic and pneumatic devices. (GTC181)
  11. Describe the operation and application of various electromechanical devices. (GTC185)
  12. Identify the use of automated systems including CIM, N/C and CAD/CAM in the manufacturing environment. (GTC209)
  13. Apply the scientific method of inquiry and deduction relating the laws, theories, and axioms of electronics to specific laboratory experiments. (LABS)
  14. Apply timers, counters, latches, etc., to sequential process control. (GTC272)
  15. Apply Industrial automation networking to automation systems. (GTC273)


Offered At: Mesa Community College
AAS Degree: 64 Credits
Typical Core Courses: Electromechanical Devices; Automated Manufacturing "PLC Applications"; Automated Control Systems "Advanced PLC Applications with Machine Vision"; Solid-State Devices and Circuits; Industrial Electronics; Circuit Analysis; Introduction to Fluid Power "Hydraulics, Pneumatics, and Vacuum"; Industrial Safety; Machine Trades and Blueprint Reading.
For More Information: Contact Scott Shaw, Electromechanical Automation Faculty, at (602) 625-9289

Computer Aided Drafting; Solid Works Modeling


Program Competencies

  1. Use computer operating systems internal and external commands, generate and edit subdirectories. (CIS105)
  2. Prepare drawings using drafting instrument/equipment such as drafting machine, triangles, scales (English and Metric), templates, bow compass, lettering guide and mechanical pencils. (DFT110)
  3. Prepare using section views, auxiliary views geometric tolerancing and dimensioning generated on computer aid drafting equipment. (DFT111)
  4. Set up and operate CAD system to generate drawings. (DFT252AA)
  5. Set up and operate CAD system to generate three-dimensional drawings. (DFT254AA)
  6. Create customized CAD configurations, and generate macro programs. (DFT256AA)


Offered At: Mesa Community College
Program Highlights: This program utilizes individual and team-based projects that are based on “real world" design problems that have actually been encountered by engineers and technicians in the field. Past projects include design of pneumatic wall scaling robot, wiring and programming a synchronized light display, programming touch screen displays, and designing an automated process to separate colored balls utilizing the latest industrial sensors, machine vision, and programmable logic control "PLC" technology. Students will also work hands-on with a fully automated HAS-200 Factory simulator that incorporates PLC's, Ethernet communication, motion control, barcode production tracking, quality control weight & height measurements, HMI interface, and many other state-of-the-art technologies.
For More Information: Contact Scott Shaw, Electromechanical Automation Faculty, at (602) 625-9289

Industrial Operations Technology


Program Competencies

  1. Discuss electrical applications as it pertains to resistive, inductive, and capacitive loads in series, parallel or combination circuits. (ELC105)
  2. Evaluate electrical applications as they pertain to resistive, inductive, and capacitive loads in series, parallel, or combination circuits. (ELC105LL)
  3. Discuss information necessary to evaluate motors, controls, and wiring diagrams. (ELC115)
  4. Evaluate motors, controls, and wiring diagrams based on knowledge of electrical problems. (ELC115LL)
  5. Develop a wiring diagram for field application using a programmable controller. (ELC219)
  6. Successfully troubleshoot a programmable controller. (ELC219)
  7. Repair electro-mechanical devices based on ability to diagnose malfunctions and determine corrective actions. (FAC186)
  8. Interpret control strategies and instrumentation requirements of an industrial operation. (FAC220)
  9. Determine proper operation of control system and accurate outputs of instrumentation devices. (FAC220LL)
  10. Use appropriate equations to solve mathematical problems associated with applications relevant to industrial operations technology. (MAT103AA, MAT103AB)
  11. Plan, implement, and evaluate hazardous materials controls in accordance with state and federal regulations. (OSH106)


Offered At: GateWay Community College
AAS Degree: 71 Credits
Certificate of Completion in Industrial Operations Technology: 37 Credits
Typical Core Courses: Electricity for Industry; Motor Controls and Wiring Diagrams; Programmable Controllers; Electromechanical Devices; Controls and Instrumentation; Industrial Safety Program.
For More Information: Contact Dr Clyde Perry, Industrial Technology, at 602-286-8613.