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ECTC streamlines advanced manufacturing programs

student working on a circuit boardElizabethtown Community and Technical College announced today the launch of a new advanced manufacturing academic program — Automation, Industrial and Robotics Technology — to deliver high-quality education that fuels regional economic development.
 
The AIRT program evolved from three existing programs as Kentucky’s growing industrial base implements more automated and robotic technologies. Those programs are Engineering and Electronics Technology, Industrial Maintenance Technology, and most tracks of the Electrical Technology program.
 
“This is an innovative approach to better prepare our students for success in automation, robotics and manufacturing careers,” said ECTC Vice President for Academics Dr. Telly Sellars. “Our updated, employer-driven curriculum ensures our graduates are prepared for their next steps, whether they enter the workforce with an associate degree or pursue a bachelor’s degree.”
 
A new partnership between the ECTC Robbins University Center and the University of Louisville’s J.B. Speed School of Engineering allows students in the new program’s mechatronics track to seamlessly transfer to complete a bachelor’s degree in applied engineering.
 
U of L will offer classes starting in August at the ECTC Blue Oval SK Training Center in Glendale. ECTC graduates can learn more at uofl.me/ectc-applied-engr.
 
The AIRT associate degree includes four other tracks: automation and robotics technician, instrumentation and process control technician, manufacturing maintenance, and electronics automation technician. Students on these tracks will also earn stackable certificates.
 
“Our students are getting real-world experience and starting careers in high-demand, high-wage fields,” said AIRT program coordinator and faculty member David Late. “The AIRT program leads to challenging work that is rewarding, both personally and financially, and the job outlook is very strong.”
 
ECTC will continue to offer the Electrical Technology program’s electrical construction track for aspiring residential and commercial electricians.
 
ECTC classes begin Aug. 18. Start your ECTC Application.