Why Study Electromechanical Engineering and Industrial Automation?
Seize opportunities to work or advance in an emerging industry through Northampton Community College’s (NCC) electromechanical technician training programs. With flexible day and evening course schedules on our Bethlehem campus in PA, you can earn your Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Electromechanical Technology degree, Instrumentation Process Control Technician Certificate or Specialized Diploma in Machine Repair for Automated Systems.
Rapidly advance your skills and knowledge in NCC’s state-of-the-art labs and workspaces. Through hands-on industrial automation courses, you gain practical experience using simulation and real-world electromechanical systems.
Learn more about how our program prepares you for a promising career after graduation!
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Advanced Technical Training
Work on real-world projects in workshops and labs outfitted with the latest technologies, including robotics, PLC programming and industrial automation. On average, our courses are 50–70% hands-on, practical work. In everything from electrical fundamentals to fluid power, the program fully equips you to thrive in Industry 4.0.
Strong Industry Connections
Expand your career prospects through NCC’s rich partnerships across the electromechanical technology field. Here, you learn from well-connected industry leaders who can help you secure internships, prepare for interviews and achieve excellence in your early or continuing career. More than 95% of our graduates find employment in the industry soon after graduation.
Stackable Credentials
NCC’s unique electromechanical technician training pathways allow you to join the workforce after just two semesters, study while you maintain your job or return to increase your credentials. You can apply your courses from the specialized diploma to the instrumentation technician certificate or use your credits from either program toward the electromechanical engineering associate degree.
With the AAS in Electromechanical Technology, you may transfer into a bachelor’s degree program in Applied Engineering Technology or Applied Management. Or, you can take advantage of our exclusive partnership with Bloomsburg University to earn a Bachelor of Applied Science in Technical Leadership through courses on the NCC campus.
What You’ll Learn
Through the Electromechanical Technology program, you understand how automated technology and instrumentation apply to industrial manufacturing settings. You will explore areas such as:- Mechanical and electrical maintenance and repair practices.
- Control and instrumentation aspects of industrial automation.
- Configuring and troubleshooting automated systems.
- Use of standard hand tools, power tools, mechanics tools and measurement equipment in adherence to OSHA safety standards for servicing industrial equipment.
- Operating and maintaining typical pneumatic and hydraulic systems and basic mechanical components found in machinery related to equipment in industrial maintenance.
- Troubleshooting and solving industry-related problems by analyzing and presenting data in an acceptable and standardized manner with proficient research and computer data-gathering skills.
Program Details
Semesters: 4
Credits: 68
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The associate degree program prepares you to excel in maintenance and computer-controlled manufacturing environments. After graduation, you become qualified to work on a wide variety of technologies, including robotics, material handling systems and pharmaceutical packagers, as well as most machines and equipment that require programmable logic controllers.
Semesters: 3
Credits: 33
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Northampton’s Process Control Certificate program equips you with the necessary skills to enter a career in automated manufacturing. Complete the certificate in just three semesters to take your machinery repair skills to the next level. Gain practice working as a team player and broaden your career prospects in specialized manufacturing environments.
Semesters: 2
Credits: 25
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Fast-track your path into a manufacturing position or advance your current competencies to qualify for new roles. Examine mechanical and electrical maintenance and repair practices for a wide range of industrial machinery and plant equipment. Through the diploma program, you gain critical thinking and decision-making skills, along with a strong emphasis on developing professional attitudes, values and ethics for success in today’s quality-oriented business environment.
CADM117 Technical Drawings & Specifications
ELTC101 Electrical Fundamentals
EMEC125 Process and Automation Diagrams - P&ID
EMEC130 Introduction to Process Control
ELTC135 Electrical Motors and Controls
EMEC105 Introduction to Fluid Power
EMEC110 Mechanical Components
EMEC140 Sensors, Wiring and Troubleshooting
EMEC240 Industrial Control Systems I
Tuition and Financial Aid
When you choose NCC’s electromechanical technician training, you’re committing to a career-forward program with a high return on investment. Our competitively low tuition rates start at just $2,655 per semester, and you can cut costs further with the help of our broad financial aid opportunities. We facilitate grants, loans and the largest scholarship fund among Pennsylvania’s community colleges.
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