Automation - Industrial PLCs
Degree Type
8-credit Technical Certificate
Program Code
40-605-CE
Time to Degree
Less than 1 year
Start Date
August / January
How You'll Learn
On Campus
Daytime
Evening
Learn the newest programming language using cutting-edge hardware automation controller platforms. Explore practical digital electronics and advanced programming topics including binary number systems, basic logic components, multiplexers and de-multiplexers, and analog/digital and digital/analog converters.
How To Apply
- Apply online and pay the $30 application fee.
Questions on the application process? Visit the Admissions page or contact an enrollment counselor.
Program Details
Contact Us
Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Enrollment team by filling out our online form or by email at enroll@wctc.edu.
High School Eligibility
This program is open to qualified high school applicants. Learn more >
Financial Aid
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.
What Makes This Program Unique
- The Automation - Industrial PLCs certificate encompasses the entire PLC series at WCTC.
- Train on Allen-Bradley PLCs and the Siemens S7-1200 PLC hardware system.
- Develop skills in WCTC’s state-of-the-art Terry Lutz Integrated Manufacturing Center.
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