Industrial Automation and Mechatronics

Advanced Manufacturing
Award
Associate of Applied Science
Credits
68.5
Locations
Peosta
Entry
Fall
Student working with equipment

The skills for installation, preventive maintenance, diagnostics and equipment repair remain in high demand, and increased automation, robotics and mechatronics technologies in the workplace are growing. You will develop comprehensive knowledge of different mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and automation processes in this program, and have skills and qualifications to perform at a higher level in an industrial automation maintenance position. Whether you're part of a large corporation or a small business entity, you are assured of a challenging but rewarding career upon graduation, with opportunities for promotions.

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Paying for the Program

Tuition and Fees

$15,769*

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees

$18,030*

Program Supplies

$530
* Approximate cost. Amount reflects the estimated tuition and student fees based on rates at the time of publication. These rates do not include additional expenses (books, tools, supplies, living expenses, licensures, remedial or pre-requisite coursework or partnership tuition and fees, etc.) related to your NICC education. Rates are subject to change.

Financial Aid & Tuition Assistance

There are many options available for tuition savings. Credit programs may have opportunities for Financial Aid eligibility, while non-credit programs have separate tuition savings available on a per-program basis.

Earn While You Learn

Earn while you learn programs allow you to begin employment and earn a wage, with a sponsoring company, while you are also enrolled at the College in a career specific pathway program that could lead to full-time employment after graduation.

Kibbie Grant Eligible

This scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific high-demand career/technical programs. It provides a maximum award of $4,500 per year for up to two years. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

Last-Dollar Scholarship

This state funded scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific high-demand career programs and pays remaining tuition costs after all other federal and state aid has been applied. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

NICC Scholarship Eligible

Any student enrolled in this program is eligible for NICC scholarships. The NICC Foundation offers a wide range of scholarship award amounts and all students are encouraged to apply.

Vo-Tech Grant Eligible

This scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific career/technical programs. It provides a maximum award of $1,000 per year for up to two years. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

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Career Outlook

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Enrollment Process

  1. Apply for admission.
  2. Submit official high school, high school equivalency and/or college transcripts to the Admissions Office of the campus you plan to attend.
  3. Complete ACCUPLACER® reading and writing assessment and ALEKS® math assessment for course placement. Assessments may be waived based on previous college coursework or submission of valid ACT®, or SAT® test scores. Reading and writing scores are valid for three years, and math scores are valid for two years.
  4. View the Program Admission Checklist.

In addition to the College enrollment process, applicants must achieve a minimum ALEKS® score of 14. ACT® or SAT® scores are also acceptable.

Program Information

View a sample 1st year schedule for this program of study.

Review program courses, admissions and academic requirements.

Transfer Information

The Industrial Automation and Mechatronics program maintains formal articulation agreements with the institutions listed below. Students are encouraged to speak with their transfer college or university to verify that their planned courses at NICC will meet necessary requirements. Learn more about transferring from NICC.

Program Contacts

Michael Wilfer
Industrial Maintenance Instructor
  • wilfera@nicc.edu
  • 844.642.2338, ext. 2277
  • Peosta