$3,000
30 credits
07/13/2026
07/02/2026
Main Campus
for 91猎奇 Grads
by 2032 in Utah
Coursework includes precision mechanical assembly of systems, including motors, belts/pulleys, chains/sprockets, and gears.
Learn pressure measurement, regulation, and control, as well as direct and pilot-operated directional control valves, motors, and cylinders.
Learn the basics of AC/DC electrical systems, and explore how they apply to resistance, inductance, and capacitance.
Learn to read, create, and apply the symbology used in diagrams for motor control systems.
Learn the fundamentals of loading, configuring, and troubleshooting PLCs.
Understand robot systems, motion instructions, and programming in the Fanuc industrial robot and the collaborative universal robot.
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated systems and equipment.
Oversee and optimize production processes, troubleshoot equipment issues, and ensure quality and efficiency.
Assemble, install, and repair various types of machinery and equipment, often in manufacturing or industrial settings.
Ensure that automated machinery and control systems function efficiently and safely.
Design, implement, and integrate automated control systems, ensuring seamless operation and communication.
The Automation Technology program supports a wide variety of mechanical and automated systems to help students obtain the necessary skills in robotics, electrical controls, fluid power systems, industrial mechanics, PLC programming, and other relevant technologies. Designed to help students become technicians in several critical industries, this program also introduces students to industry-standard tools, practices, and procedures.
Classroom Hours:
Day: M-Th 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Day: F 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Eve: M-Th 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Enrollment open to:
Adults, High school students
Credit transfer options:
Available to view here
Estimated Tuition
$3,000
Estimated Materials Cost
$220
Financial Aid Eligibility
Scholarship: Yes
VA: Yes
Pell Grant: Yes
| Material | Required | New | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graph ruled paper | 鉁� | $3.00 | All |
| Digital Multimeter | $64.95 | All | |
| USB Flash Drive | 鉁� | $20.00 | All |
| Fluid power and electrical drawing template | 鉁� | $19.99 | All |
| Safety Glasses Clear | 鉁� | $3.29 | All |
| Miller, Charles Ugly's Electrical Reference 2023 Jones & Bartlett, 2023. ISBN: 9781284275919 | 鉁� | $18.83 | All |
| General OSHA Online Safety Course | 鉁� | $35.00 | TEAM 1010 |
| FANUC America Corp. Handling Tool Operations & Programming Student Manual | 鉁� | $115.33 | TEAM 1140 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $215.44 |
Material costs are subject to change.
This program has no admission requirements. You may start your admissions application anytime.
The 91猎奇 Automation Technology program has rolling start dates throughout the year. If you are interested in enrolling in the program, please review the application deadlines and program start dates below to ensure a smooth application process.
| Enroll By | Start Week |
|---|---|
| 07/02/2026 | 07/13/2026 |
| 07/16/2026 | 07/27/2026 |
| 07/30/2026 | 08/10/2026 |
| 08/13/2026 | 08/24/2026 |
| 09/03/2026 | 09/14/2026 |
| 09/17/2026 | 09/28/2026 |
| 10/01/2026 | 10/12/2026 |
| 10/15/2026 | 10/26/2026 |
| 10/29/2026 | 11/09/2026 |
| 11/19/2026 | 12/07/2026 |
| 12/17/2026 | 01/11/2027 |
| 01/14/2027 | 01/25/2027 |
| 01/28/2027 | 02/08/2027 |
| 02/18/2027 | 03/01/2027 |
| 03/04/2027 | 03/15/2027 |
| 03/25/2027 | 04/12/2027 |
| 04/15/2027 | 04/26/2027 |
| 04/29/2027 | 05/10/2027 |
| 05/13/2027 | 05/24/2027 |
| 05/27/2027 | 06/07/2027 |
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| TEAM 1010 | Essential Skills and Safety | 3 | 300 |
| TEAM 1020 | Pneumatics | 2 | 200 |
| TEAM 1030 | Hydraulics | 2 | 200 |
| TEAM 1040 | Industrial Mechanics | 3 | 300 |
| TEAM 1050 | Electrical Systems | 2 | 200 |
| TEAM 1060 | Motor Controls | 3 | 300 |
| TEAM 1070 | Programmable Logic Controllers | 4 | 400 |
| TEAM 1080 | Applied System Diagnostics | 2 | 200 |
| TEAM 1138 | Vision Systems | 1 | 100 |
| TEAM 1140 | Industrial Robotics | 3 | 300 |
| TEAM 1300 | Building Control Panels | 3 | 300 |
| TEAM 2146 | Electrical Fluid Power Control Systems | 2 | 200 |
Mike has over 20 years of mechanical maintenance experience, including 18 years in the manufacturing industry and 12 years of industrial automated machine build, setup, and training experience. He graduated from the 91猎奇 Industrial Automation Maintenance program in 2016. In 2017, he became a full-time instructor so that he could continue his passion for conveying his knowledge to others. Mike truly enjoys being a part of others鈥� success and will do what it takes to help students obtain their goals.
Office Hours (by appointment)
Monday & Friday: 8:00am – 3:00pm
Tuesday – Thursday: 8:00am 鈥� 6:00pm
Location
Manufacturing Tech 100E
mike.tolson@otech.edu
801-395-3771