Automation & Controls

Campus Full Time
Delivery
Campus
Study mode
Full Time
Starts
Fall, Spring

Introduction

Automation & Controls is a program taught at Texas State Technical College-Waco, USA. Intake: Fall, Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.

The Automation & Controls degree program at Texas State Technical College-Waco offers a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for a dynamic career in the fields of automation, robotics, and controls engineering. This program encompasses the essential principles of electrical and electronic systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and the design and implementation of control systems. Students engage in hands-on learning experiences that enhance their technical skills and understanding of real-world applications.

The curriculum typically includes courses such as Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers, Industrial Networking, Control Systems, and Robotics. These courses are designed to provide a solid foundation in both theory and practical applications, ensuring that students leave the program equipped with the necessary skills to excel in their careers. Laboratories and project-based assignments further solidify the student’s learning by enabling them to work on actual industry-level projects.

Graduates will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, allowing them to innovate and optimize systems in various industries. Studying in the United States provides an opportunity to learn from industry experts and gain insights into cutting-edge technologies and practices, making the Texas State Technical College a fantastic choice for students interested in a thriving career in automation and controls.

By choosing Texas, students benefit from the state's robust job market in technology and engineering sectors, enjoying close proximity to numerous multinational corporations and learning from a diverse community of peers.

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission in Automation & Controls at Texas State Technical College-Waco for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

  • program specific academic requirment set by Texas State Technical College-Waco.
  • English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Texas State Technical College-Waco as pre-requiste for admission in Automation & Controls.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Typical academic prerequisites for the Automation & Controls program include:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Relevant coursework in mathematics, physics, and technology
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

International students are generally expected to demonstrate English proficiency through standardized tests. Typical requirements may include:

  • IELTS: 6.0 or higher
  • TOEFL: 79 or higher on the internet-based test

Courses Units

Please check detail of study units at https://www.tstc.edu/programs/

More Information

  • Automation Engineer
  • Control Systems Technician
  • Robotics Engineer
  • Industrial Automation Specialist
  • Process Control Engineer
  • Technical Sales Engineer
  • Field Service Technician
  • Maintenance Supervisor

Scholarships

80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.