Degree offered: Associate in Science

Credits required: 60

 

The Integrated Systems Technology program in Advanced Manufacturing program is designed to address the growing need among high-tech manufacturing firms. Program courses provide a foundation in skills and knowledge related to content areas specific to the industry – electrical, electronic, mechanical, and fluid technology. The program emphasizes operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of high-tech equipment.

 

Program design provides content that supports vertical and lateral progression in integrated systems manufacturing.  The curriculum is offered in a modular format that can be adapted to the education and career goals of the student.  The first year of the program (IST Certificate program) incorporates the fundamentals of an IST entry-level generalist.  The third semester allows the student to select either the Electrical Track of the Mechanical Track speciality areas.

 

Graduates may enter a variety of technician-level occupations such as Electromechanical Technician, Industrial Technician, Instrument and Control Technician, Instrument and Electrical Technician, Machinery Maintenance Technician, Multi-skilled Maintenance Technician, Precision Instrument Technician, and Engineering Assistant.