Automation and Robotics Technician — diploma - University of the Fraser Valley (UFV)

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The diploma is designed to build on the knowledge you gained in the <a href="/programs/electronics/">Electronics Certificate</a> at UFV or elsewhere and fully equips you to maintain, repair, calibrate, and support the automation equipment and control systems used in a wide variety of industries.</p> <p>In addition to building up your troubleshooting and repair skills, the program also helps you develop the ability to support engineers with technical assistance in designing and improving systems and equipment.</p> <p>In the lab, you learn the hand-ons techniques necessary to isolate and resolve system malfunctions. You get to practice your problem-solving skills on real-world agricultural and manufacturing control systems and equipment.</p> <p>The program complies with national and international standards for accreditation with the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board, which guarantees international recognition of your academic qualifications under the Dublin Accord.</p> <p>After you complete your Automation and Robotics Technician diploma, you are fully equipped to enter the workplace, or continue your studies to bridge into an engineering program or complete industry-specific specialty courses.</p></p> <div class="call-to-action"> <a class="btn btn-success btn-lg call-to-action-btn" onClick="_gaq.push(['_trackEvent', 'click', 'landing page', 'Robotics-technician']);" title="Get the details" href="/automation/" target="_blank">Get the details</a> </div> </div> <div class="row"></div>  <div id="career-outlook" class="col-md-12 col-sm-12 col-lg-6" style="float:right; background-color:#c20434;"> <h2>Career Outlook for Automation & Robotics Technicians</h2> <p>Opportunities for automation and robotics technicians exist in virtually every sector, from agriculture to health care to manufacturing. Forestry, mining, natural gas, technology, and transportation — five of the BC Jobs Plan’s priority sectors — rely on the skills of technologists, technicians, and technical specialists to keep their equipment running at top performance.</p> <p>In fact, the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC (ASTTBC) reports that there are not enough skilled technicians in the field to satisfy demand. As a result, manufacturers have experienced workforce shortages that have affected their ability to expand operations or improve production.</p> <p>Because automation and robotics technicians play an essential role in the emerging knowledge-based economy worldwide, they are assured diverse and exciting career opportunities with above-average income potential.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <footer id="footer-area"> <div class="copyright"> <div class="container"> <img src="https://www.ufv.ca/media/2015/brand/ufv-mini.jpg" width="125" height="46" style="margin-top:15px;" alt="UFV - University of the Fraser Valley" id="ufv-acro"> <p>University of the Fraser Valley <br>33844 King Road, Abbotsford BC, Canada V2S 7M8 <BR>Tel: 604-504-7441 </div> </div> </footer> </body> </html>

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Automation and Robotics Technician — diploma - University of the Fraser Valley (UFV)