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Mechanical Engineering Technologies

Robotics Technician Program (Distance Education)
 

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28 weeks (approximately)
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George Brown College Certificate
Distance Education Program
Call 416-415-4726 or see www.onlinerobotics.com
 
Admission Requirements and Fees

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Student success in college requires well developed learning skills and attitudes (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well-organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. Applicants should have thoroughly developed these skills and attitudes before beginning their college programs.

List of courses

Check the availability and status of this program: 2012/2013 Start Dates
2011/2012 Start Dates
Note: Due to ongoing program improvements courses are subject to change without notice.

OUR PROGRAM

Complete this comprehensive robotics technician training program using an interactive learning package. This certificate program introduces the concepts of industrial robots and explains how they can be used in a plant or manufacturing system. The primary focus of the program is on automated manufacturing processes, as well as the role of robots and their support equipment. Receive instruction through both theoretical concepts and laboratory exercises using a combination of multimedia learning resources and a robotics simulation software package. Learn to program, test and debug robot programs. Areas of study include motion programming, palletizing, conveyor systems, computer networking, automated sorting systems, vision and tactile sensors and computer integration.

This Distance Education program provides you with an easy-to-use, home-study approach that requires only a home computer and an Internet connection; you do not need expensive books or lab equipment. The robotics simulation software essentially converts your computer into a virtual industrial robot, complete with a three-dimensional learning environment that includes manufacturing plants and control systems.

You may enrol in the program at any time (open enrolment). Complete each module in your own time. Typical completion time is 28 weeks of part-time study, but there are no time limits (and previous electronics and/or robotics/automation experience and education may reduce that time significantly).

PREREQUISITES

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (with credits at or above the general level) or equivalent or mature student status. An electronics background is helpful but not essential.

FEE

$90 per module/course (13 modules/courses), plus $400 for the CD-ROM (which includes all software and required materials). International applicants are charged the same fees but in U.S. dollars (US$90 plus US$400); the posted exchange rate in effect at the time of your registration will be used to determine the final fee in Canadian dollars. There is no refund on the CD-ROM course materials for this program.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Pentium-based computer or equivalent
  • CD-ROM drive and sound card
  • minimum 32MB RAM (64MB recommended)
  • minimum 100MB available disk space
  • Windows NT/2000/XP/ME/Vista/7
  • Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Outlook Express, Windows Mail, Windows Live Mail or any other MAPI-compliant application
  • Internet access

Telephone tutorial assistance is available (toll-free) at 1-888-553-5333.

YOUR CAREER

This program prepares you to install, service, maintain, troubleshoot and repair robots and automated production systems (mechanical and electrical). The skills acquired through this program enable you to work closely with designers, engineers and technologists and to be involved in the developing, testing, programming and actual on-site installation of new robots. The training and knowledge you gain from this program allow you to work as a robotics trainer and to train others to install, use and maintain robots.

COURSES

The modules should be taken in the following order.

COMPULSORY (13)

ELNC9101     Introduction to Robotics
ELNC9103     Robot Classifications
ELNC9108     Manipulators and End Effectors
ELNC9102     Robot Drive Systems
ELNC9106     Servo Systems
ELNC9105     Payload, Repeatability and Accuracy
ELNC9107     Object Detection
ELNC9112     Vision, Touch and Sound
ELNC9113     Robot Programming
ELNC9111     Robot Safety
ELNC9110     Communications
ELNC9109     Applications
ELNC9104     Artificial Intelligence

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Call 416-415-4726, or toll-free 1-888-553-5333.

E-mail: info@gbctechtraining.com.

Course details are available at www.onlinerobotics.com.

For updated information and course descriptions, call 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.

George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completions of, a George Brown College program.

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