Gear up for a broad range of careers in industrial automation and process control with Kirkwood’s Automation and Instrumentation Technologies program.
Our industry-guided curriculum combines with practical hands-on lab experience, where you’ll use state-of-the-art equipment and cutting-edge simulation software.
Kirkwood offers more than $3 million in scholarships for students each year.
Students in this program may be eligible to have half their tuition paid for by the Kibbie Grant.
Graduates of the Automation and Instrumentation Technologies program will be able to:
A one-hour program conference is required prior to acceptance to the program. You'll learn more about the program, specific admissions requirements, and have the opportunity to have questions answered by program faculty and staff.
Register NowProgram Entry Semester: Fall 2021
Year One
| TERM | FALL | SPRING | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 13 | 16 | 29 |
| Tuition: | $2,418 | $2,976 | $5,394 |
| Fees: | $907 | $120 | $1,027 |
| Books: | $377 | $166.25 | $543.25 |
Summer
| TERM | SUMMER | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 11 | 11 |
| Tuition: | $2,046 | $2,046 |
| Fees: | $165 | $165 |
| Books: | $245 | $245 |
Year Two
| TERM | FALL | SPRING | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 17 | 12 | 29 |
| Tuition: | $3,162 | $2,232 | $5,394 |
| Fees: | $105 | $90 | $195 |
| Books: | $360.50 | – | $360.50 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED COST | $15,369.75 |
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To get into the Automation and Instrumentation Technologies program, you must complete the following, in addition to Kirkwood’s steps to become a student:
What career could this lead to?
Here’s what you can expect when you enroll:
First year studies focus on concepts and technologies that include basic electrical theory, motors and transformers, industrial controls and wiring, electrical print design and reading, industrial maintenance concepts (mechanical and electrical), applied physics, and mathematics.
During the second year, students will gain experience using a variety of solutions including industrial controls (electric, hydraulic, and pneumatic), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), programmable automation controllers (PACs), process and instrumentation technologies, solid-state motor control technologies, automated conveying and material handling systems, inspection technologies, electronic operator interfaces (EOIs), motion control (servo and stepper controls), and automated manufacturing solutions.
Graduates of this program will be exposed to and have experience with a broad, yet industry-specific, range of technologies and processes that will ensure they are well-rounded technically and will have the foundational knowledge and versatile skill set necessary to continue to learn and succeed in industry today.
The Automation Federation (AF) is an association of member organizations engaged in manufacturing and process automation activities. The Automation Federation provides industry-wide strategic analysis and coordination through its member organizations.
The Federation is the only organization that takes a holistic approach to automation; therefore, with the Automation Federation’s leadership and support, member organizations can work more effectively to fulfill their individual missions, advance the science and engineering of automation technologies and applications, and develop the workforce needed to capitalize on the benefits of automation.
The National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) serves as a forum where all fluid power channel partners work together to advance fluid power technology, strengthen the fluid power industry and foster members’ success.
Members include manufacturers of fluid power system and components, fluid power distributors, suppliers to the fluid peer industry, educators and researchers.
To provide students with a quality, hands-on experience that prepares them to enter industry and a solid foundational knowledge that stimulates continued growth and success in the fields of industrial automation and process control.