Automation Specialist I CBE (CRT.AS1.CBE)

Introduction to theory and operation of electrical, mechanical and digital control systems. This certificate leads to mechanic-level skills for entry-level employment or apprenticeship training in the maintenance and repair of automated systems used in manufacturing and industrial settings. Coursework covers basic electrical, hydraulic, mechanical and automation knowledge and skills. This certificate is stackable with Automation Systems Specialist II CBE and is part of the Applied Engineering Technology CBE (AAS) curriculum. Completers also can be awarded Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA) certification Level II.

Program requirements may change over time. Specific degree/graduation requirements are determined by a degree audit.
Catalog Term Year: 2026 Fall
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Hours
AETC-040
Electrical Systems I 
1.5
TECC-043
Industrial Safety 
1.0
AETC-041
Pneumatic Systems I 
.5
APTC-045
Total Productive Maintenance 
.5
AETC-042
Mechanical Power Systems I 
1.0
CADC-056
Computer Aided Drafting I 
2.0
APTC-046
Motor Control Systems I 
*
1.0
APTC-047
Electrical System Install I 
*
1.0
APTC-048
Electrical Sensors I 
*
.5
APTC-049
Ethernet Communications I 
.5
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Elective 
2.0

Semester Totals
11.5
Second Semester
PLCC-051
Variable Frequency Drives 
1.0
APTC-052
Motor Ctrl Troubleshooting I 
*
1.0
PLCC-056
PLC Systems I 
*
2.0
APTC-053
Robot System Operations I 
1.0
TECC-040
Print Reading for Industry 
2.0
APTC-054
Hydraulic Systems I 
1.5
PLCC-057
PLC Systems II 
*
2.0
APTC-055
Smart Sensor and Id Systems I 
1.0
APTC-056
Smart Factory Systems I 
*
1.0
APTC-057
Robot Systems Integration I 
*
1.0
APTC-061
Hydraulic Maintenance I 
1.5

Semester Totals
15.0

Total Program Hours

26.5