The Automation Engineer Technology program prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers and other professionals engaged in developing, installing, calibrating, modifying and maintaining automated systems. Includes instruction in computer systems, electronics and instrumentation, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), electric, hydraulic and pneumatic control systems, actuator and sensor systems, process control, robotics, applications to specific industrial tasks, and report preparation.

The Automation Engineer Technology, AAS prepares individuals to develop, install and maintain automated systems used in an industrial setting. Topics of study include electrical systems, instrumentation and process control, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), fluid power systems, industrial robotics and preventative maintenance. 

(Major Code 2050; CIP Code 15.0406)

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Program Learning Outcomes

Johnson County Community College (JCCC) is committed to offering high-quality affordable programs that focus on developing knowledge and skills conducive to life-long learning. Both the General Education Student Learning Outcomes and Institutional Learning Outcomes convey JCCC's approach to programmatic outcomes. Additionally, students who successfully complete the Automation Engineer Technology program from JCCC will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the safety procedures when working in an industrial setting.
  • Demonstrate the safety procedures when working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  • Demonstrate the safety procedures when working with programmable logic controllers.
  • Demonstrate the safety procedures when working with electrical systems.
  • Obtain employment related to the career field.