Explore Academic Programs - Robotics Technology


Robotics and automated systems technologies are infiltrating many fields of industry in order to improve productivity.  The top five U. S. industries using robotics are health care, agriculture, food preparation, manufacturing and the military. The use of emerging technology in this field will continue to grow from industry to industry, creating the need for employees who can program, test and maintain robotic equipment.

Students in Robotics Technology certificate program will gain knowledge of the technical skills related to robotics, electronics and controls. The Associate of Applied Science degree in Robotics Technology prepares students to work with a variety of automated electro-mechanical, product assembly, process control and product distribution systems that use programmable controls and other methodologies to accomplish system management. Industry certificates will be available to students as well.


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Robotics Technology Pathway
[Pathways are structured academic plans designed to guide students through their education. They outline the courses, support services, and skills needed to achieve specific career goals or complete a particular program of study. Pathways help students stay on track, ensuring they take the right courses in the right order and receive the support they need to succeed.]


Degrees and Certificates

Degrees & Certificates Delivery Mode
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Robotics Technology (AAS)
60 credit hours
  Central Campus Day
Robotics Technology CC)
18 credit hours
  Central Campus Day
Course Descriptions
RBTC  


Transfer Agreements

Central Texas College offers 2 Plus 2 transfer agreements with four-year schools. This allows students to start at CTC and smoothly transfer to a bachelor’s program, with all courses counting toward their degree.

Transferring from Central Texas College to a four-year college or university is a popular path to a bachelor's degree.


Careers, Potential Earnings & Market Growth Rates

Electro-Mechanical (E/M) Technician

Potential Earnings: (2015 median) : $25.65 hourly; $53,340 annually

Market Growth Rate: +-1%

 

Electronics Engineering Technologist

Potential Earnings: (2015 median): $29.45 hourly; $61,260 annually

Market Growth Rate: +-1%

Electronics Engineering Technician

Potential Earnings: (2015 median): $29.39 hourly; $61,130 annually

Market Growth Rate: -2%

 

Electrical and Electronics Repairer

Potential Earnings: (2015 median); $26.77 hourly; $55,690 annually

Market Growth Rate: +-1%

 

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