The courses in this Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician - Automation and Robotics program at Centennial College are comprehensive and emphasize the basic technology used in building and operating automated industrial systems: Programmable logic controllers (PLCs), hydraulics, pneumatics, electronics and robotics. The program includes a thorough understanding of theory, along with practical, hands-on laboratory experience.
This applied science program allows you to either graduate as a technician after two years, or continue for additional study and co-op work experience in Centennial's three-year Automation and Robotics Technology program.
If you wish to transfer to the Technology option and obtain an advanced diploma, you must complete MATH-231 (Differential Calculus with Analytic Geometry) and MATH-232 (Integral Calculus) prior to semester five.
The Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician - Automation and Robotics program has met the national technology accreditation requirements established by the Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists (CCTT) and, as such, has received national accreditation status by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board (CTAB).
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You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.
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