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Industrial Automation and Maintenance, A.T.S.

Location(s): Main Campus


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Major Code: (94217)

Learning Outcomes

The successful student will:

  • have a working knowledge of AC and DC circuits.
  • be familiar with basic electrical test equipment such as multi-meters, oscilloscopes, power supplies and meggers
  • be familiar with electrical safety practices and arc flash hazard protection.
  • be able to test common industrial electrical components using manufacturers test procedures and basic electrical test equipment.
  • be capable of troubleshooting common industrial control circuits.
  • be capable of troubleshooting programmable logic control circuits.
  • be familiar with closed loop feedback process control systems and related electrical components.
  • begin preparation for the Certified Electronics Technician examination (CET).
  • demonstrate the habit of practicing safety rules and regulations, including lock/out-tag/out, on a continuous basis.
  • read and interpret control circuit ladder diagrams.

Degree Requirements


Total required hours for degree: 65


* Placement determined by testing.

NOTE: This degree is a direct pathway to the Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology (BSIT) degree.

Additional Academic Requirements


Graduation requires students to achieve a 2.00 overall grade point average in all Electronics courses and a 2.00 overall grade point average in all coursework in order to receive an associate’s degree.

To view and/or print a copy of the Electronics-Industrial Automation & Maintenance Fact sheet, which includes a suggested course sequence; visit the program’s website at https://www.rio.edu/academics/find-your-program/industrial-technology

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