Industrial Automation Technology

About

The mission of the Industrial Electrical Maintenance and Automated Control Systems program is to provide diversified maintenance training to students to meet the occupational needs of prospective employers in the extensive area.

This course will provide a thorough understanding of the methods of diagnosing, installation, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial equipment. Each unit of study is approached by starting with the basic theory involved. Students receive actual experience on equipment with factory-approved methods of repairing and maintaining them.

Incorporating classroom instruction and shop learning experiences utilizing actual equipment and training devices, the program is designed in its entirety for the student who is preparing for a career in industry.  The program is four trimesters (432 hours each) however the student can receive the first diploma (Industrial Maintenance Technician Diploma) at 1296 hours and then if so choose take an additional trimester (432 hours) to receive a Automation and Controls Technician Diploma.

There is a day and evening class available at the main campus and day class availability at Cookeville Higher Education Center and the Livingston campus. 

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Overview

Information Detail
Time Commitment Full Time, Part Time
Typical Program Length 18 Months
Clock Hours 1,728
Class Type Day, Night
Credentials Certificate, Diploma
Total Tuition/Fees $5,948.00
Textbook/Supplies Cost $2,250.00

Program Credentials

Option NameHoursCredentials
Industrial Maintenance Apprentice432Certificate
Industrial Maintenance Apprentice II864Certificate
Industrial Maintenance Technician Diploma1296Diploma
Automation & Controls Technician Diploma1728Diploma

New students enroll every month as space is available.

The full-time Industrial Automation day students meet 30 hours per week Monday –Friday 7:45am to 2:15pm 

The full-time Industrial Automation evening students meet 1pm to 9pm Monday through Thursday.  To accommodate those who work first shift jobs, students may attend on a part-time modified schedule. Schedules must be approved prior to enrollment with the finanicial aid office. These students must attend 15 hours per week which makes them eligible to apply for financial aid. 

Campus Locations

TCAT Upper Cumberland - Cookeville Higher Ed Center
1000 Neal St
Cookeville, TN 38501
TCAT Upper Cumberland - Main Campus
910 Miller Avenue
Crossville, TN 38555
TCAT Upper Cumberland - Livingston
740 Hi Tech Drive
Livingston, TN 38570

Curriculum/Courses

First Trimester: 
IAT 0001 Worker Characteristic
IAT 1010 Safety and Orientation
IAT 1020 Technology Foundations
IAT 1030 Electrical Concepts AC/DC
IAT 1040 Print Reading for Electric Systems
IAT 1050 Mechanical I
Industrial Maintenance Apprentice - Certificate 432 Hours
Second Trimester: 
IAT 0002 Worker Characteristic
IAT 2010 Motor Ctl Fluid Pwr & Mech Sys
IAT 2020 Industrial Motors & Motor Control Systems
IAT 2030 Machine Tool
Industrial Maintenance Apprentice II - Certificate 864 Hours
Third Trimester: 
IAT 0003 Worker Characteristic
IAT 3010 Welding
IAT 3020 Commercial/Industrial Installations
IAT 3030 Mechatronics
Industrial Maintenance Technician - Diploma 1296 Hours
Fourth Trimester: 
IAT 4010 PLC/Robotics
Automation & Controls Technician - Diploma 1728 Hours

Certifications

NC3
EPA Section 608 Certification (Livingston and Cookeville campus)

Instructors

Noel Pratt Staff Photo
Noel Pratt
931-444-1320
Ethan Hassler Industrial Maintenance & Electrical Systems Modified Instructor
Ethan Hassler
931-444-1336
James Cantrell, Industrial Maintenance Instructor Staff Photo
James Cantrell
931-823-5525
Jacob Branham Industrial Maintenance Staff Photo
Jacob Branham
931-823-5525

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