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4 Online Certificate Programmes in Automation 2024

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    Online Certificate Programmes in Automation

    Learn specialized knowledge or skills by taking a certificate program offered at a local institution of higher learning. Most can be completed within a year and can aid in job promotion or career changes.

    What is a certificate in automation? Automation combines high-tech equipment with engineering for a hands-on job skillset that can be used in a variety of industries. Coursework may include learning about intelligent automation, robotics maintenance, computer aided design and automated systems technology. Specific courses may focus on one particular aspect of automation such as implementation and design of IOT systems, UNIX shell scripting and using PLCs for applications in industry.

    Troubleshooting, machining and programming robots are necessary skills for working a position in automation. Troubleshooting skills transfer well to any job prospect, educational opportunity or DIY project. These skills can aid participants in promotions and new career paths.

    The type of institution the course is taken at will affect overall cost. Participants can research the associated costs on the course website or contacting a representative. Most certificate courses are completed between three and nine months, with both full-time and part-time enrollment available.

    Graduates with a certificate in automation may find employment working for processing plants, food packaging plants, automation integrators, federal and state agencies, automotive industry manufacturers and manufacturing firms. Potential jobs in the field include lead supervisor, robotics technician, maintenance technician, robotics sales representative, electro-mechanical technician, instrumentation technician, manufacturing engineering technologist and automation technician. With a bachelor’s degree, related positions are available as robotics engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, production manager and manufacturing engineer. The military has used robotics since WWII and may be a career option for graduates.

    Certificate programs are available locally, internationally and online. There may be one to suit any busy schedule. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.