Mar 28, 2024  
2020-2021 College Catalog 
    
2020-2021 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Automation and Controls Technology


(Jackson County Campus)

Automation and Controls Technology is a program that prepares individuals to apply technical skills needed for support of the advanced manufacturing industry. This program focuses on electrical, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic control systems, robotics, instrumentation, and automated processes.

This program leads to an Associate of Applied Science of Occupational Education Degree and is preparatory for employment upon graduation from MGCCC. Where a transfer to 4-year college or university is desired, a conference should be scheduled with a MGCCC advisor.

All students completing a career or technical program must complete either the MS-CPAS (Mississippi Career Planning and Assessment System) or an MGCCC Board- approved Technical Skills Attainment assessment where applicable. Students should see an advisor for further details.

Automation and Controls Certificate


Semester Two


Total Credits: 30


Automation and Controls Diploma


Total Credits: 15


Associate of Applied Science Degree


Semester Four

  • ENG 1113 /1114  - English Composition I or ENG 1033  - Technical English Credit(s): 3/4
  • Credit(s): 3
  • Math/Natural Science Elective Credit(s): 3/4**
  • Social/Behavioral Science Elective Credit(s): 3
  • Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Credit(s): 3

Total Credits: 15/17


Note:


Please refer to “The Credit by Non-Traditional Means ” section of this catalog regarding stipulations for receiving articulated credit.

*Any instructor/department chair approved field related elective.

**MAT 1033 , MAT 1313  or Higher or Any Lab Science.