Objective:

With the increase of automated control systems in industry, the need for trained industrial technicians has escalated, and area companies have requested that BPCC offer this program to prepare technicians for this market. Therefore, the objective of this degree program is to train industrial technicians who install, operate, and maintain systems used to control industrial processes.

Specific Degree Information:

Industrial technicians must obtain a broad understanding of basic electricity, DC and AC circuits, semiconductor electronics, digital electronics, microprocessors, electronic instruments, troubleshooting and repair, industrial measurement and control, industrial blueprint reading, DC and AC motor control and pneumatics. This program is designed to provide strong foundations in these areas as well as in technical math, physics, and English.

Every effort will be made to make these courses available in a two-year course of study, but some of the laboratory courses may not be offered because of conflicts. If a course is not offered within two years, then substitutions may be made with the approval of your advisor. Students are encouraged to visit with their advisors regularly.