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Robotic & CIM Automation (AAS.CIM)

This program is designed to give the student a broad background in the basics of robotics, automation, mechanics, fluid power, CAD, electronics and computer applications in manufacturing. Graduates will be prepared for the manufacturing jobs of the future in positions such as CAD/CAM operator/designer, manufacturing engineering technician, quality control technician, robotics technician, CNC operator/programmer, CIM or Automation Technician. Employment opportunities exist in many types of manufacturing industries, service industries and consulting firms. Upon completion, students can also receive other industry recognized certificates from Lake Land, Fanuc, OSHA, AutoCad, Industrial Robotics, and others. Students planning to continue their education at Eastern Illinois University or Southern Illinois University to earn a bachelor's degree in Industrial or Engineering Technology should consult their advisor/counselor for course requirements and substitutions.

Program requirements may change over time. Specific degree/graduation requirements are determined by a degree audit.

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Catalog Term Year: 2025 Summer

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First Year
First Semester

CORECAD-056

Credit Hours: 2.00

COREAPT-050

Credit Hours: 4.00

CORECIM-044

Credit Hours: 2.00

GENMAT-130

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Credit Hours: 3.00

GENENG-050

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-OR-
Credit Hours: 3.00

First Year
Second Semester

CORECAD-057

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREMTT-050

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREWEL-057

Credit Hours: 2.50

GENAPT-042

Credit Hours: 2.00

GENAPT-043

Credit Hours: 2.00

GENSOS-052

-OR-
Credit Hours: 3.00

Second Year
First Semester

COREEET-086

Credit Hours: 2.00

CORECIM-092

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREIND-044

Credit Hours: 3.00

CORETEC-070

Credit Hours: 2.50

COREEET-072

Credit Hours: 2.00

GENECO-231

-OR-
Credit Hours: 3.00

Second Year
Second Semester

COREEET-087

Credit Hours: 2.00

CORECAD-062

Credit Hours: 2.00

COREMET-084

Credit Hours: 3.00

CORECIM-094

Credit Hours: 3.00

CORECIM-060

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREEET-075

Credit Hours: 2.00

FIRST YEAR
First Semester			Hours
GEN	MAT-130	College Algebra MAT-130 College Algebra Develop concepts of a function and graph, inverse, exponential and logarithmic functions, theory of equations, systems of equations, sequences and series. Graphing calculator required. Course Outline OR
GEN	APT-041	Applied Mathematics I APT-041 Applied Mathematics I Fundamentals of basic arithmetic, calculator usage, simple equations, word problems, algebra, right triangles, charts and graphs. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	CAD-056	CAD I CAD-056 CAD I Basic theory of CAD. Students will learn to use a computer aided drafting system to create simple to moderately complex technical drawings. (Repeatable 1 Time) Course Outline	2.0
CORE	APT-050	Electrical Principles/Practice APT-050 Electrical Principles/Practice This course is designed for students interested in the properties of electricity. Course focuses on theory and skills to prepare technicians for installation and troubleshooting of basic electrical circuits. Course Outline	4.0
GEN	ENG-050	Writing for Industry ENG-050 Writing for Industry Students will learn strategies for writing essays, instruction manuals, proposals, reports and career documents as well as deliver oral presentations to prepare them for a profession in industry. Students will practice research strategies by using library resources and the internet. Course Outline OR
GEN	ENG-098	Communications I ENG-098 Communications I Students will learn the principles of communications by listening, speaking, and writing. Emphasis is placed on communication skills related to the demands of the student's career area. Course Outline OR
GEN	ENG-119	Composition I Pathway ENG-119 Composition I Pathway Students will study the writing process by reading essays illustrating a variety of rhetorical strategies, analyzing texts and writing, revising and editing short essays. Course is for students who have assessed into developmental English, receiving supplemental instruction for course completion. Course Outline OR
GEN	ENG-120	Composition I ENG-120 Composition I Students develop a writing process by reading and analyzing texts that illustrate various rhetorical strategies as well as writing, revising and editing short essays. Minimally, students must compose four formal, revised writing assignments, having one reach at least 1,250 words. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	CIM-044	Industrial Robotics CIM-044 Industrial Robotics A comprehensive study of industrial robotics used in computer integrated manufacturing systems. Some areas of study include history, classification, tooling, sensors, safety and justification of robotic systems. The student will learn robotics related to manufacturing, and fundamental robotic programming. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	2.0
	Semester Totals		14.0
Second Semester
GEN	APT-042	Applied Mathematics II APT-042 Applied Mathematics II Offers the student an in-depth study of algebra, geometry and trigonometry including factoring, solving linear systems, volumes, areas and right triangles. Course Outline	2.0
GEN	APT-043	Applied Mathematics III APT-043 Applied Mathematics III Familiarizes the student with the concepts of logarithms, analytical geometry, vectors and statistics. Course Outline	2.0
CORE	CAD-057	CAD II CAD-057 CAD II This course is a continuation of CAD I (CAD 056). Such subjects as Symbol Libraries, Block Attributes, 3 D Design and Solid Modeling. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	MTT-050	Intro to Machining Procedures MTT-050 Intro to Machining Procedures A study designed to highlight the theory and application of cutoff machines, drill press, engine lathe, milling machines and basic benchwork involving layout and hand tools. Course Outline	3.0
GEN	SOS-052	Workplace Communication/Safety SOS-052 Workplace Communication/Safety Provides an understanding of the human mechanism when associated with interpersonal relationship on the job. Emphasis placed on vocational motivation, communication and perception, along with Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid training to enhance safety and response skills in a workplace emergency. Course Outline OR
GEN	COM-111	Intro to Speech Communication COM-111 Intro to Speech Communication Focuses on the fundamental principles and methods of selecting, analyzing, organizing, developing and communicating information, evidence and points of view to audiences. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	WEL-057	Welding Fundamentals WEL-057 Welding Fundamentals Course will cover basic welding processes, including: Oxy-Acetylene welding, Arc welding, Cutting and Brazing. Course Outline	2.5
	Semester Totals		15.5

SECOND YEAR
First Semester			Hours
CORE	EET-086	Prog Logic Controllers I EET-086 Prog Logic Controllers I This course covers basic PLC operation and programming using Rslogix500 software and Allen Bradley PLC's. Topics include: Basic ladder design, Input Output, Timers, Counters, Batch Processes, Shift registers, Word compare, and Math. Course Outline	2.0
GEN	ECO-231	Principles of Economics I (Macro) ECO-231 Principles of Economics I (Macro) Focuses on the nature and method of economics, basic supply and demand analysis, national income accounting, business cycles, inflation and unemployment, fiscal policy, money and banking and monetary policy. Course Outline OR
GEN	--- ---	IAI Social Science Elective --- --- IAI Social Science Elective	3.0
CORE	CIM-092	Computer-Aided Manufacturing CIM-092 Computer-Aided Manufacturing An introduction to the use of a CAD/CAM system. Student will learn to use a computer for design and to automatically create programs to control manufacturing equipment. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	IND-044	Fluid Power IND-044 Fluid Power Provides technicians with basic concepts of pneumatics and hydraulics. This includes fluid properties and laws, safety concerns, conductor types and sizing, pump operation and horsepower requirements, directional, pressure and flow control valves and fluid symbols. Trainers provide hands-on experience for students. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	TEC-070	Properties of Metal TEC-070 Properties of Metal Familiarize the student with the need for heat treatment of metals, the processes and techniques used and the resulting effects. Also includes a study of the machinability of metals and the contributing physical and metallurgical factors. Course Outline	2.5
CORE	EET-072	Relays and Control Circuits EET-072 Relays and Control Circuits This course provides the student with an understanding of industrial electrical and electronic power systems. Topics covered include three phase circuits, motors wiring, ladder logic, transformers, and electronic motor controllers. Course Outline	2.0
	Semester Totals		15.5
Second Semester
CORE	EET-087	Prog Logic Controllers II EET-087 Prog Logic Controllers II This course covers advanced topics of the Micrologix 1000 PLC operation and programming using Rslogix500 software and Allen Bradley PLC's. Topics include Analog I/O, Math and Data handling instruction, program flow, message instructions, and communication protocols. Course Outline	2.0
CORE	CAD-062	Introduction to Solidworks CAD-062 Introduction to Solidworks This course is a study of three-dimensional solid modeling using the Solidworks system. The student will learn to create, view, render and plot 3D models and assemblies. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	2.0
CORE	MET-084	Technical Mechanisms MET-084 Technical Mechanisms Focuses on motion analysis of mechanical system components such as linkages, slider-crank mechanisms, working connectors, cams, gears and gear trains. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	CIM-094	Computer Integrated Manf CIM-094 Computer Integrated Manf An introduction to Computer Integrated Manufacturing. Student will learn to setup, program and troubleshoot a CIM system. This is the final course in the Automation and Robotics degree program. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	CIM-060	CNC Machining CIM-060 CNC Machining Introduction to computer numerical controlled (CNC) machine tool operation, programming and processes. Manual and computer assisted part programming with machine tool verification. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	EET-075	HMI-Human Machine Interface EET-075 HMI-Human Machine Interface This course covers basic HMI operation and programming using Wonderware - InTouch software. Topics include: Designing HMI windows, interfacing to the PLC, basic animation, using and creating logic scripts, using DDE, setting alarms, charts and trending, and security. Course Outline	2.0
	Semester Totals		15.0

Total Program Hours

60.0

Call Counseling Services: 217-234-5232
Email: counsel@lakelandcollege.edu

Faculty Contact: Leo A. Kitten
Faculty Email: lkitten@lakelandcollege.edu
Faculty Phone: 217-234-5316

* There are prerequisites, course requisites, or minimum placement test scores for this course.
** Electives must be approved by the Program Coordinator
+ Course only offered fall semester
++ Course only offered spring and summer semester
+++ Course only offered spring semester
++++ Course offered in summer term only
^ SOS 050 Human Relations and PSY 271 Introduction to Psychology cannot be used as a social science elective
^^ Consult Academic Advisor for appropriate course
^^^ Course requires a 30-hour practicum experience in addition to classroom lecture hours
^^^^ ECE 120 and ECE 125 must be taken the same semester

Robotic & CIM Automation (AAS.CIM)

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Catalog Term Year: 2025 Summer

First YearFirst Semester

First YearSecond Semester

Second YearFirst Semester

Second YearSecond Semester

MAT-130College Algebra

APT-041Applied Mathematics I

CAD-056CAD I

APT-050Electrical Principles/Practice

ENG-050Writing for Industry

ENG-098Communications I

ENG-119Composition I Pathway

ENG-120Composition I

CIM-044Industrial Robotics

Semester Totals

APT-042Applied Mathematics II

APT-043Applied Mathematics III

CAD-057CAD II

MTT-050Intro to Machining Procedures

SOS-052Workplace Communication/Safety

COM-111Intro to Speech Communication

WEL-057Welding Fundamentals

Semester Totals

EET-086Prog Logic Controllers I

ECO-231Principles of Economics I (Macro)

--- ---IAI Social Science Elective

CIM-092Computer-Aided Manufacturing

IND-044Fluid Power

TEC-070Properties of Metal

EET-072Relays and Control Circuits

Semester Totals

EET-087Prog Logic Controllers II

CAD-062Introduction to Solidworks

MET-084Technical Mechanisms

CIM-094Computer Integrated Manf

CIM-060CNC Machining

EET-075HMI-Human Machine Interface

Semester Totals

Total Program Hours

First Year
First Semester

First Year
Second Semester

Second Year
First Semester

Second Year
Second Semester

MAT-130
College Algebra

APT-041
Applied Mathematics I

CAD-056
CAD I

APT-050
Electrical Principles/Practice

ENG-050
Writing for Industry

ENG-098
Communications I

ENG-119
Composition I Pathway

ENG-120
Composition I

CIM-044
Industrial Robotics

APT-042
Applied Mathematics II

APT-043
Applied Mathematics III

CAD-057
CAD II

MTT-050
Intro to Machining Procedures

SOS-052
Workplace Communication/Safety

COM-111
Intro to Speech Communication

WEL-057
Welding Fundamentals

EET-086
Prog Logic Controllers I

ECO-231
Principles of Economics I (Macro)

--- ---
IAI Social Science Elective

CIM-092
Computer-Aided Manufacturing

IND-044
Fluid Power

TEC-070
Properties of Metal

EET-072
Relays and Control Circuits

EET-087
Prog Logic Controllers II

CAD-062
Introduction to Solidworks

MET-084
Technical Mechanisms

CIM-094
Computer Integrated Manf

CIM-060
CNC Machining

EET-075
HMI-Human Machine Interface