Industrial Electrician, Programmable Logic Controller Technician Certificate
The Industrial Electrician with PLC Technician Certificate program provides hands-on training in electrical wiring, PLC programming, troubleshooting, and automation support. This program prepares you for a dynamic career supporting modern manufacturing and industrial processes.
What Can You Do with a Industrial Electrician, PLC Technician Certificate?
With this certificate, you can work as an industrial electrician supporting electrical
systems in manufacturing plants, factories, and industrial facilities. You will be
qualified to install, program, and troubleshoot programmable logic controllers used
in automation systems. This skill set enables you to maintain and optimize industrial
processes, making you an essential part of modern manufacturing operations and industrial
maintenance teams.
The demand for skilled PLC technicians and industrial electricians is growing rapidly
as industries adopt automation and smart manufacturing technologies. Graduates can
find employment as PLC technicians, industrial electricians, automation support specialists,
or maintenance technicians. The field offers competitive wages, strong job stability,
and opportunities for career advancement in manufacturing, energy, and industrial
sectors.
Suggested Curriculum
The programmable logic controller, PLC, technician program will prepare students to
program, maintain, and service industrial equipment. The student will be able to install
PLCs, write and debug code for a variety of automated control systems.
- COL 101 First Year Seminar
- COL 102 Career Development Seminar
- ELEC 101 Fundamentals of Electricity
- ELEC 102 Alternating Current, Polyphase Circuits and Transformers
- ELEC 110 Electronic Principles
- ELEC 120 DC and AC Motors and Generators
- ELEC 121 Electrical Controls for Machines
- ELEC 132 Print Reading for Electricians
- ELEC 140 Industrial and Electrical Safety
- ELEC 212 Programmable Logic Controllers
- ELEC 213 Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers
Select one of the following courses in Mathematics (3-4 credits)
- IT 106 Mathematics for Computers
- MATH 151 College Algebra
- TECH 109 Technical Mathematics I
Each college and university has its own major requirements and transfer policies. Consult the schools you are considering and a PSC advisor to discuss courses and their transferability.
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Programmable Logic Controller Technician Certificate (APP.PLCT.TCE)
Programmable Logic Controller Technician Certificate (APP.PLCT.TCE)
This program is designed to be completed in X months.
This program will cost $X if completed within normal time. There may be additional costs for living expenses. These costs were accurate at the time of posting, but may have changed.
Of the students who completed this program within normal time, the typical graduate leaves with $X of debt.
Faculty Contact Information
Martin Wolfe
Professor/Coordinator, Welding and Industrial Manufacturing
Email: mwolfe@prairiestate.edu
Phone: (708)709-7807
Office: T-145
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