Waukesha County Technical College
Automation - Control and Interface

Automation - Control and Interface

Program Information

Degree Type

11-credit Technical Certificate

Program Code

40-605-CF

Time to Degree

1 year

Start Date

August / January

How You'll Learn

On Campus

Daytime

Evening

Program OverviewProgram Cost

Explore the fundamentals of electronics, current circuits, semiconductor materials and component operation. Study power distribution circuits including in-plant distribution, transmission substation and distribution substation. Explore operational controls, characteristics, functionality and interfacing of DC and AC drives. Practice drive set-up and wiring, and develop an understanding of industrial sensors.

Tuition Costs

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How To Start

  • Prospective certificate students do not need to complete an application for admission to WCTC.
  • First semester students may register during Open Registration for General Public.
  • Prerequisite and program restrictions may apply.
  • After the start of their first class, students must declare their intent to complete a certificate.
  • Certificate students are eligible to receive priority registration for their second semester.
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Program Details

Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Enrollment team by filling out our online form or by email at enroll@wctc.edu.

This certificate does not qualify for financial aid. To qualify for most federal financial aid, a student must be enrolled in a technical diploma or associate degree program.

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Career Pathway

What Makes This Program Unique?

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Expand your skills and knowledge in solid state devices, drives, servos, sensors, electric power control and motors, and industrial electricity.

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Develop skills in WCTC’s state-of-the-art Terry Lutz Integrated Manufacturing Center.

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