Automation, Instrumentation, & Robotics
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
About the Program
The Automation, Instrumentation, & Robotics Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree prepares students to excel in a dynamic and rapidly evolving industrial environment. This comprehensive 2-year program offers hands-on training and technical skills in key areas, including automation systems, robotic technologies, industrial instrumentation, and equipment maintenance. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical applications, students will gain the expertise needed to troubleshoot, repair, and optimize complex industrial systems. This degree serves as a pathway into LCC's Bachelor of Applied Science-Organizational Leadership & Technical Management (BAS-OLTM) degree.
Degree Requirements
Total credits required to earn this degree: 98
LCC students must meet distribution requirements for bachelor degrees, associate degrees, and specific certificates. See Diversity and Distribution Lists for more information.
General Education Requirements
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Communications:
5 credits – ENGL& 101 English Composition I OR
ENGL 110 Industrial Communications OR
ENGL& 235 Technical Writing (ENGL& 101 required for OLTM) -
Quantitative Skills:
5 credits – MATH 106 Industrial Mathematics or higher (MATH& 107 or higher required for OLTM)
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Natural Sciences:
5 credits – DHET 240 Fluid Power/Electrical Theory and Design OR
MFG 130 Materials Science OR
CHEM& 100 Preparatory Chemistry OR
CHEM& 110 Chemical Concepts w/Lab OR
choose from the Distribution List (5 credits of Natural Science with lab required for OLTM) -
Diversity / Human Relations / Social Science:
5 credits – BUS 144 Management of Human Relations OR
SOC& 101 Introduction to Sociology: DIV (SOC& 101 required for OLTM)
Program Requirements
| Course Code | Course Title | Number of Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BLPT 120 | Blueprint Reading for Industrial Technology | 2 |
| COLL 289 | Employment Portfolio Seminar | 1 |
| CS 110 | Introduction to Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| HLTH 105 | First Aid, CPR and Bloodborne Pathogens | 1 |
| IMIN 215 | Programmable Logic Controllers | 5 |
| IMIN 230 | Process Technology Equipment | 4 |
| IMIN 240 | Instrumentation Fundamentals | 5 |
| IMIN 260 | Advanced Instrumentation | 5 |
| MASP 107 | Machining for Related Occupations | 3 |
| MFG 100 | Foundational Skills for the Trades | 2 |
| MFG 105 | Industrial Safety | 3 |
| MFG 140 | Applied Hydraulics | 4 |
| MFG 230 | Computer Integrated Manufacturing | 4 |
| MFG 288 | Cooperative Work Experience | 2 |
| PMFG 110 | Industrial & Predictive Maintenance Fundamentals | 5 |
| PMFG 150 | Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals | 6 |
| PMFG 201 | Electrical Control Equipment | 3 |
| PMFG 202 | Electric Motors | 2 |
| PMFG 210 | Advanced Industrial Maintenance | 5 |
| ROBT 260 | Introduction to Robotics | 5 |
| ROBT 270 | Robotics in Automation | 5 |
| WELD 105 | Related Welding | 3 |
Program Outcomes
Students completing this program should acquire the following skills and abilities:
- Demonstrate skills in industrial maintenance to ensure the reliability and efficiency of machinery through preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. (GS - Critical Thinking, Communication, Quantitative Literacy, Teamwork)
- Integrate knowledge and skills from the program by completing an internship that connects academic learning with real-world applications in industrial automation and maintenance environments. (GS - Critical Thinking, Communication, Quantitative Literacy, Teamwork)
- Understand and explain the principles of electrical and electronic systems, including power distribution, circuit design, and safety protocols, to support automation and maintenance tasks. (GS - Critical Thinking, Communication, Quantitative Literacy)
- Apply hands-on experience with instrumentation and control systems to monitor, calibrate, and adjust industrial processes for optimal performance. (GS - Critical Thinking, Communication, Quantitative Literacy)
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of automation and robotic systems by configuring, operating, and maintaining automated technologies in industrial settings. (GS - Critical Thinking, Communication, Quantitative Literacy)
- Design, program, and troubleshoot automated systems by integrating electrical, mechanical, and software components to ensure smooth and efficient operation. (GS - Critical Thinking, Communication, Quantitative Literacy)
Notes
Revised January 2025 (effective Summer 2025)
Program planning is based on information available at the time of preparation. It is the student’s responsibility to meet with their LCC advisor and with an advisor at the college to which they plan to transfer for specific requirements. Consult the LCC catalog for LCC graduation requirements.