Minimum required credits for AAS: 62

Program Description:

Recent industry surveys show a growing need in Instrumentation & Electronics (I&E) and Automation technicians in North Dakota. Agriculture, sugar plants, gas plants, and oil companies struggling to find qualified professionals with the knowledge and skillsets I&E.

Local energy and food companies have visited WSC CTE with information sessions to tell students about career opportunities available and benefits offered by employers in this field. Student interest is on the rise, and there is a need for a program with a stronger focus on Electronics, Instrumentation and Automated Controls than what is currently offered offered in the Petroleum Tech & Automation AAS curriculum.

Program Outcomes:

The student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of concepts, terminology, and skills pertaining to electronics, instrumentation, and industrial control systems.
3. Develop skill sets essential to electrician, I&E technician, and automation technician/programmer roles in the industry.