Program Details

Career Studies Certificate in Industrial Robotics and Automation

Career Studies Certificate

Laurel Ridge Community College

Industrial robotics are transforming health care, manufacturing, construction, warehousing, and service industries. There has been an increased use of automated systems in these industries due to the effective deployment of low-cost sensors, motors, design tools, and controllers. Upon certificate completion, students will have an understanding of industironal robots and automation safety procedures, efficiency methods, fluid power (pneumatics and hydraulics), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and an understanding of basic design and implementation principles in manufacturing work cells. Credits earned in this certificate program may also be applied toward the college’s Associate of Applied Science degree in Technical Studies.

Program Overview & Guidance

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Program Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree	Industrial robotics are transforming health care, manufacturing, construction, warehousing, and service industries. There has been an increased use of automated systems in these industries due to the effective deployment of low-cost sensors, motors, design tools, and controllers.
Considerations When Selecting Courses	Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year Connect with an advisor at your community college and Laurel Ridge Community College within your first year
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses	This program is G3 eligible. IN-DEMAND and STACKABLE credentials and education programs that are eligible for more funding than ever before through the G3 Scholarship.
Doing More With Your Degree	Upon certificate completion, students will have an understanding of industironal robots and automation safety procedures, efficiency methods, fluid power (pneumatics and hydraulics), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and an understanding of basic design and implementation principles in manufacturing work cells. Credits earned in this certificate program may also be applied toward the college’s Associate of Applied Science degree in Technical Studies.
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Program Credit Requirements

Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

Requirements

Required Credits

Career Studies Certificate in Industrial Robotics and Automation

Course Grad Req 221-733-01 (2026-27 Catalog)

Major Requirements

ETR 177 Requirement

Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:

ETR 286 Requirement

Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:

IND 160 Requirement

Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:

IND 250 Requirement

Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:

MEC 103 Requirement

Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:

SAF 130 Requirement

Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:

Residency

Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 12 credits may be applied to this program.

GPA

This requires a minimum GPA of 2

What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion	Students transferring to Laurel Ridge with an Associate Degree or higher already completed will be able to transfer in applicable credits to their degree and will have SDV 100 waived.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School	Laurel Ridge does not distinguish between students earning an associate degree while in high school or after high school graduation.
Credit for Prior Learning	https://laurelridge.edu/credit-for-prior-learning/
Did You Know That...	Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree? Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Laurel Ridge Community College

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College Fit Guidance	What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me?	Our classes feature up-to-date technology and course content to prepare you for a competitive job market. We offer many courses that will transfer to colleges all over Virginia and the nation. Our student life team offers many ways for students to get involved including clubs, activities, and volunteer opportunities.
Transfer Student Catalog Year	The catalog year in effect at the time a student was formally admitted into their curriculum at Laurel Ridge.
First Year Student Catalog Year	Catalog placement is tied to semester start selected in the application.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions	https://laurelridge.edu/transfer/

Where Can This Degree Transfer

This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution	Title	Degree	Award Name	Award Level	Delivery Mode
Mountain Empire Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computerized Manufacturing Technology	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Mountain Empire Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in CMT - Electromechanical Technology Specialization	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Paul D. Camp Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Technology	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person
Paul D. Camp Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Indust Technology - Electronic-Electrical	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person
Paul D. Camp Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Indust Technology - Electronic Controls	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person

Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code	Name	Description	Parent
17-3026.00	Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians	Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff. May perform time and motion studies on worker operations in a variety of industries for purposes such as establishing standard production rates or improving efficiency.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3026.01	Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians	Implement production processes and operate commercial-scale production equipment to produce, test, or modify materials, devices, or systems of unique molecular or macromolecular composition. Operate advanced microscopy equipment to manipulate nanoscale objects. Work under the supervision of nanoengineering staff.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations

Cost To Complete

This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 16 credits remaining to be completed

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Estimated Cost for the Career Studies Certificate in Industrial Robotics and Automation at Laurel Ridge Community College These costs are based on an estimated 1 semesters or 0.5 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category	Cost	Basis	Cost (To You)	Estimated Benefits	Net Cost	Notes
Tuition	$168	Per Credit	$2,688	$0	$2,688
Fees
Student Activity Fee	$3	Per Credit	$48	0	$48
Auxiliary Fee	$4	Per Credit	$64	0	$64

*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.

Tuition & Fee Notes:

Additional Fees
- Some courses include materials fees in the cost of tuition or use free materials, and other courses require students to purchase texbooks or other materials. Laurel Ridge does not charge fees for parking or graduation. Tuition and fees are the same regardless of whether students attend online or in person. Tuition and Fees are subject to change.

Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:

You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.