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What You’ll Learn

The Industrial Systems Technology degree provides students with a well-rounded education in both technical skills and practical training needed to excel as technicians in diverse industrial environments.

Length: 5 Semesters

Credits to Graduate: 70

Locations: Lee

Curriculum Guide

The Industrial Systems Technology diploma provides students with foundational skills and training to begin their careers as technicians or operators in industrial settings.

Length: 3 Semesters

Credits to Graduate: 45

Locations: Lee

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The Electrical Controls certificate provides students with strong knowledge of industrial electricity and electrical systems. Students will learn AC/DC electricity, input devices, control relays, motor starters, control systems, and safety.

Length: 4 Semesters

Credits to Graduate: 16

Locations: Lee

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The Industrial Hydraulics certificate provides students with strong knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics. Students will learn about components, symbols, system development, and virtual simulation.

Length: 4 Semesters

Credits to Graduate: 17

Locations: Lee

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The PLC certificate provides students with strong knowledge of PLCs and PLC applications. In addition, students will become proficient in the use of PLC software, hardware, maintenance and troubleshooting, and programming.

Length: 4 Semesters

Credits to Graduate: 17

Locations: Lee

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The Mechanical Maintenance certificate provides students with strong knowledge of fundamental mechanical maintenance concepts. Students will learn about safety, electricity, symbols and blueprints, manual machining equipment, oxyacetylene welding and brazing, tools, hardware, drive systems and components, measuring and conversions, and maintenance practices and strategies.

Length: 2 Semesters

Credits to Graduate: 18

Locations: Lee

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Why Study Industrial Systems Technology at CCCC?

Multi-Craft Program

This program provides training in multiple career pathways. Students develop well-rounded skill sets in areas such as: electricity, PLC’s, hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, control systems, blueprints, safety, troubleshooting, HVAC, welding, and machining.

Rapid Job Growth and Excellent Pay

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Industrial Systems related jobs are expected to increase by 13% over the next 10 years nationally. This rate far outpaces the average for all occupations, which translates into abundant opportunities for graduates. Median pay is $28.59 per hour ($59,470 per year).

Hands-On Learning

All Industrial Systems courses include hands-on labs that provide real world scenarios and practical experience.

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Careers

Upon completion of this degree, graduates should be able to safely troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of industrial equipment and facilities.

  • Automation Technician
  • Robotics Technician
  • Industrial Technician
  • Manufacturing Technician
  • Maintenance Technician
  • PLC Programmer
  • Facilities Technician
  • Controls Technician
  • Field Service Technician
  • Industrial Electrician

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    Wesley Womack

    Department Chair Industrial Technologies
    Industrial Systems Technology

FANUC Certified Education Program

We are proud to be an FANUC partner school! Students at FANUC partner schools are prepared to enter the workforce with the skills and knowledge aligned to today’s industry technology.

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Transfer Programs

Credits from select courses within the program may transfer to four-year colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis.

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