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Automation Technicians repair and maintain computer-controlled systems, as well as troubleshoot and repair a wide variety of industrial instrumentation.

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Program Certificate Length* Cost**
Mechatronics Certificate of Proficiency .5 years $1,380
Mechatronics Technical Certificate 1 year $2,760
Mechatronics Associate of Applied Science 2 years $5,520

Computer-aided design (CAD) or computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) drafters take the vision of an architect or engineer and use computer software to create 2D design drawings or 3D simulations to aid in production. Drafters can work in a broad range of fields, so their designs could lead to sleek electronics or towering buildings.

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Program Certificate Length* Cost**
Mechatronics for Drafting Technical Certificate 1 year $2

CNC (Computer Numerical Control) operators use computer-programmed machines to manufacture precision parts for a variety of different products. The machines drill, cut and shape the raw materials into metal and plastic parts.

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Program Certificate Length* Cost**
Machining Technical Certificate 1 year $4,763
Machining Certificate of Proficiency .3 years $2,069

Computer Systems analysts, or Computer Programmers, work on the hardware and networking side of the computer industry. They analyze data processing problems and procedures that allow them to implement and improve existing computer systems and review computer system capabilities, workflow and scheduling limitations.

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Program Certificate Length* Cost**
Information Systems Technology Certificate of Proficiency .5 years $1
Information Systems Technology Technical Certificate 1 year $2
Information Systems Technology Associate of Applied Science 2 years $5

Machinists create their own parts and tools from raw materials. The parts and tools they create with their machines eventually go toward building larger things.

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Program Certificate Length* Cost**
Machining Technical Certificate 1 year $4
Machining Certificate of Proficiency .3 years $2
Machining Technical Certificate 1 year $4,763
Machining Certificate of Proficiency .3 years $2,069

Tool and die makers are a class of machinists who use computer-aided design and computer-controlled machinery to make and repair specialized parts such as dies, cutting tools, and gauges.

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Program Certificate Length* Cost**
Machining Technical Certificate 1 year $4,763
Machining Certificate of Proficiency .3 years $2,069

Welders fuse and cut metal materials. They can work in several different industries, so welders might build structures or repair existing infrastructure.

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Program Certificate Length* Cost**
Welding Technology Certificate of Proficiency .5 years $1
Welding Technology Technical Certificate 1 year $2
Welding Technology Associated of Applied Science , Pipe Welding 2 years $5
Welding Technology Associate of Applied Science, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding 2 years $5

*Length of program may vary if transfer credits or prior learning experience apply.

**Costs are estimates only and are based on in-state, per-credit-hour tuition prices for one- and two-year degrees. Fees not included. For the most current and accurate tuition price, please contact the college financial aid advisor.