Prepare for a High-Demand Career in Industrial Automation
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Our Online Technician Program offers:
- Full college accreditation
- Continuous enrolment that allows you to start anytime, and study at your own pace, at home or at work
- Easy-to-use computer-based material with online testing
- Tutorial and technical support by phone, email, or online
- Average program completion of 28-32 weeks of part-time study
- Flexible payment options
- Affordable fees (as low as $90 a module), designed to fit a modest budget
Automation Technician Program
Online Technical Training
As one of North America’s largest accredited distance education providers, George Brown College offers a self-paced, online Automation Technician Certificate course to prepare for a rewarding career in industrial manufacturing technology. This training is developed for those who cannot attend the traditional college environment on a full or part-time basis.
Our online Automation Technician is a well-rounded course that covers the latest technologies used in modern industrial automation, including Allen-Bradley PLCs, Robotics and Electromechanical Systems. Using state-of-the-art simulation software, students learn to design, test, and troubleshoot complex electrical systems, ladder logic programs and robot-control programs.
Areas of study include:
- Electricity & Electronics – Build a strong foundation in electrical principles, electronic circuits, and digital logic.
- Advanced PLC Systems – Learn to operate, debug, and program PLCs with advanced functions like timers, counters, and sequencers for industrial control circuits.
- SCADA & Distributed Control – Gain an understanding of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), and Programmable Automation Controllers (PACs).
- Robotics & Control Systems – Study robotic vision, tactile systems, manipulators, links, and joints, and get hands-on experience with robotic programming languages.
- Electromechanical & Motor Control – Learn about DC/AC motors, transformers, control circuits, and industrial transducers used in manufacturing and process control.
- Hands-On Learning with Simulation Software – Experience real-world applications with LogixSim – a powerful suite of four simulation tools that includes CircuitLogix, RoboLogix, PLCLogix 5000, and 3DLab. The simulation software bridges the gap between theoretical and practical usage, providing an interactive, virtual hands-on experience.
Is an Online Technical Training Program Right for Me?
Answer these five questions to help you decide whether George Brown College’s Online Technical Training Program is right for you:
- Do you need academic recognition to enhance your current work experience?
- Is your free time limited due to work and family commitments?
- Is cost a factor in selecting a program?
- Do you need to add accredited training to your resume?
- Do you have the skills and study habits required to succeed in a self-paced learning environment?
If you answered 'yes' to at least one of these questions, our Online Technical Training Program may be a good fit.
Real Help from Real People
Taking a self-paced program by distance education can be intimidating. When you’re confused or struggling, you need a real person to help solve your technical or tutorial problem. At George Brown College, we promise to provide:
- The best support possible
- A real person on the phone who is equipped to answer your question
- Timely answers to your questions, so you can keep moving forward in the program
Commonly Asked Questions
Are these programs accredited?
Yes, the programs are credit-bearing.
What are the prerequisites?
High school or adult equivalent.
How much do they cost?
Around $1780, with flexible payment options.
Do I ever have to come to campus?
Our programs are 100% online, and no physical attendance is required.
Do I get hands on training?
Yes, using simulation software.
How long does it take to complete?
Average is 32 weeks of part-time study.
How long do I have to finish it?
As long as you need.
Is there support?
Yes, by phone, email, and online forum.
When can I start?
Anytime, at your convenience.