Automation Technician Program (Distance Education) (T950)
Program Description
Program Overview
International Students
This online distance program is only available to study while remaining in your home country and does not qualify for study/work permit eligibility in Canada.
We developed the 32-week Automation Technician certificate program to meet the industry’s growing demand for workers with a broad set of skills and knowledge in industrial automation, including digital electronics, process control, SCADA systems, and programming of Programmable Logic Controllers and robotics. This program examines applications and examples of automated manufacturing systems, including both the theory and function of digital and industrial electronics, hydraulics and pneumatics, robotics systems, programming languages and alarm management. You’ll learn through a combination of theory and laboratory simulations using LogixSim, a simulation software suite that includes electronics, PLC and robotics simulation.
Full Description
International Students
This online distance program is only available to study while remaining in your home country and does not qualify for study/work permit eligibility in Canada.
The 32-week Automation Technician certificate program provides an introduction to industrial automation, including digital electronics, process control, SCADA systems and programming of PLCs, and robotics. The program examines applications and examples of automated manufacturing systems, including both the theory and function of digital and industrial electronics, hydraulics and pneumatics, robotics systems, programming languages and alarm management.
The learning materials, provided in a web-based downloadable file format, include 18 modules of interactive curriculum using text, 2D and 3D animations, photos, audio clips and interactive lab simulations. Interactive exercises, practice exams and online support will prepare you for computer-based final exams. We designed these flexible computer-based modules to fit into your schedule – not ours – so you can work at your own pace while you complete the program. The average completion time of the 18 training modules is 32 weeks, but there are no time limits.
One of the key features of our Automation Technician program is the integration of theory with lab projects. You'll receive a licensed copy of LogixSim, which includes both 2D and 3D simulation software and features CircuitLogix Pro, RoboLogix, PLCLogix 5000 and 3DLab simulation products. This software allows for the design, testing and debugging of control devices and automated equipment, as well as circuit schematics and systems. From the simplest control circuits to the most complex, LogixSim has the versatility to suit almost any requirement for real-world simulation.
Program Specific Computer Requirements
Minimum Computer Requirements
- Intel Core i3, i5, i7, AMD Ryzen 3, 5, 7 or equivalent processor
- 4GB RAM
- 500 MB of available disk space
- Windows 7/ Windows 8/Windows 8.1/Windows 10/Windows 11
- 32 and 64 bit compatible
- Internet Access
- Email Account
Note: Our program software is strictly made for Windows Operating Systems and will therefore only run on Windows-based computers. It will not work on Apple computers running Mac Operating Systems such as Macbook, Chromebook computers running Chrome Operating Systems such as Google Pixelbook or any device running Linux Operating Systems.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Educational Pathways
Upon completion of the Automation Technician Certificate program, you may continue your studies and pursue a Certificate in Electromechanics (www.emcourse.com), PLCs (www.plctechnician.com) or Robotics (www.onlinerobotics.com).
Alumni Impact
We are immensely proud of the contributions of our alumni in Toronto and around the globe.
From Michelin-starred restaurants to major construction, entertainment, community and financial organizations, our graduates are truly making an impact across a range of industries.
Courses
Required Courses
The modules should be taken in the following order:
Compulsory (18)
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ELNC 9116 | Introduction to Automation |
| ELNC 9053 | Industrial Control Devices |
| ELNC 9117 | Motors & Control Circuits |
| ELNC 9035 | Digital Electronics |
| ELCL 9060 | Analog and Digital Transducers |
| ELNC 9055 | Industrial Process Control |
| ELNC 9118 | Distributed Control Systems |
| ELNC 9119 | SCADA Systems |
| ELNC 9071 | Overview of PLCs |
| ELNC 9095 | Ladder Logic Programming |
| ELNC 9078 | Timers |
| ELNC 9079 | Counters |
| ELNC 9097 | Data Handling |
| ELNC 9098 | Math Instructions |
| ELNC 9101 | Introduction to Robotics |
| ELNC 9108 | Manipulators and End Effectors |
| ELNC 9112 | Vision, Touch and Sound |
| ELNC 9113 | Robot Programming |
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
International Students
There is no additional cost. Students can pay tuition in full or pay-as-you-learn option as below.
Initial registration is $560 (includes all learning materials, laboratory simulation software, user guides and Module 1) and registration for each of the remaining 17 can be purchased singly or in groups at a later date. International applicants are charged the same fees but in U.S. dollars (US$560); the posted exchange rate in effect at the time of your registration will be used to determine the final fee in Canadian dollars. There is no refund on learning material.
* Amounts listed are the estimated total of tuition and material for the program starting the Fall 2024. Fees are subject to change for the program starting in Fall 2025 and at later dates.
Financial Assistance
This program is not eligible for OSAP funding.
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid web pages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
The academic prerequisites for students entering into the Automation Technician program is a high school diploma, with credits at or above the general level or equivalent mature student status.
If you are 19 years or older and do not have a high school diploma, you may enroll as a mature student.
Special Requirements
International Students
This online distance program is only available to study while remaining in your home country and does not qualify for study/work permit eligibility in Canada.
How to Apply
Call 416-415-4726 or visit automationprogram.com.
Contact Us
International Students
This online distance program is only available to study while remaining in your home country and does not qualify for study/work permit eligibility in Canada.
Call us at 416-415-4726 or toll-free at 1-888-553-5333.
E-mail: info@gbctechtraining.com.
Check out the course details along with our interactive video tour at automationprogram.com.
Automation Technician Program (Distance Education) (T950)
Program Description
Program Overview
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
This online distance program is only available to study while remaining in your home country and does not qualify for study/work permit eligibility in Canada.
We developed the 32-week Automation Technician certificate program to meet the industry's growing demand for workers with a broad set of skills and knowledge in industrial automation, including digital electronics, process control, SCADA systems, and programming of Programmable Logic Controllers and robotics. This program examines applications and examples of automated manufacturing systems, including both the theory and function of digital and industrial electronics, hydraulics and pneumatics, robotics systems, programming languages, and alarm management. You'll learn through a combination of theory and laboratory simulations using LogixSim, a simulation software suite that includes electronics, PLC, and robotics simulation.
Full Description
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
This online distance program is only available to study while remaining in your home country and does not qualify for study/work permit eligibility in Canada.
The 32-week Automation Technician certificate program provides an introduction to industrial automation, including digital electronics, process control, SCADA systems and programming of PLCs, and robotics. The program examines applications and examples of automated manufacturing systems, including both the theory and function of digital and industrial electronics, hydraulics and pneumatics, robotics systems, programming languages, and alarm management.
The learning materials, provided in a web-based downloadable file format, include 18 modules of interactive curriculum using text, 2D and 3D animations, photos, audio clips, and interactive lab simulations. Interactive exercises, practice exams, and online support will prepare you for computer-based final exams. We designed these flexible computer-based modules to fit into your schedule––not ours––so you can work at your own pace while you complete the program. The average completion time of the 18 training modules is 32 weeks, but there are no time limits.
One of the key features of our Automation Technician program is the integration of theory with lab projects. You'll receive a licensed copy of LogixSim, which includes both 2D and 3D simulation software and features CircuitLogix Pro, RoboLogix, PLCLogix 5000, and 3DLab simulation products. This software allows for the design, testing, and debugging of control devices and automated equipment, as well as circuit schematics and systems. From the simplest control circuits to the most complex, LogixSim has the versatility to suit almost any requirement for real-world simulation.
Program Specific Computer Requirements
Minimum Computer Requirements
- Intel Core i3, i5, i7, AMD Ryzen 3, 5, 7 or equivalent processor
- 4GB RAM
- 500 MB of available disk space
- Windows 7/ Windows 8/Windows 8.1/Windows 10/Windows 11
- 32 and 64 bit compatible
- Internet Access
- Email Account
Note: Our program software is strictly made for Windows Operating Systems and will therefore only run on Windows-based computers. It will NOT work on Apple computers running Mac Operating Systems such as Macbook, Chromebook computers running Chrome Operating Systems such as Google Pixelbook or any device running Linux Operating Systems.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Educational Pathways
Upon completion of the Automation Technician Certificate program, you may continue your studies and pursue a Certificate in Electromechanics (www.emcourse.com), PLCs (www.plctechnician.com) or Robotics (www.onlinerobotics.com).
Alumni Impact
We are immensely proud of the contributions of our alumni in Toronto and around the globe.
From Michelin-starred restaurants to major construction, entertainment, community and financial organizations, our graduates are truly making an impact across a range of industries.
Courses
Required Courses
The modules should be taken in the following order:
COMPULSORY (18)
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| ELNC 9116 | Introduction to Automation |
| ELNC 9053 | Industrial Control Devices |
| ELNC 9117 | Motors & Control Circuits |
| ELNC 9035 | Digital Electronics |
| ELCL 9060 | Analog & Digital Transducers |
| ELNC 9055 | Industrial Process Control |
| ELNC 9118 | Distributed Control Systems |
| ELNC 9119 | SCADA Systems |
| ELNC 9071 | Overview of PLCs |
| ELNC 9095 | Ladder Logic Programming |
| ELNC 9078 | Timers |
| ELNC 9079 | Counters |
| ELNC 9097 | Data Handling |
| ELNC 9098 | Math Instructions |
| ELNC 9101 | Introduction to Robotics |
| ELNC 9108 | Manipulators & End Effectors |
| ELNC 9112 | Vision, Touch & Sound |
| ELNC 9113 | Robot Programming |
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
There is no additional cost. Students can pay tuition in full or pay-as-you-learn option as below.
Initial registration is $560 (includes all learning materials, laboratory simulation software, user guides and Module 1) and registration for each of the remaining 17 can be purchased singly or in groups at a later date. International applicants are charged the same fees but in U.S. dollars (US$560); the posted exchange rate in effect at the time of your registration will be used to determine the final fee in Canadian dollars. There is no refund on learning material.
*Amounts listed are the estimated total of tuition and material for the program starting the Fall 2023. Fees are subject to change for the program starting in Fall 2024 and at later dates.
Financial Assistance
This program is not eligible for OSAP funding.
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid webpages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
The academic prerequisites for students entering into the Automation Technician program is a high school diploma, with credits at or above the general level or equivalent mature student status.
If you are 19 years or older and do not have a high school diploma, you may enroll as a mature student.
Special Requirements
International Students
This online distance program is only available to study while remaining in your home country and does not qualify for study/work permit eligibility in Canada.
How to Apply
Call 416-415-4726 or visit automationprogram.com.
Contact Us
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
This online distance program is only available to study while remaining in your home country and does not qualify for study/work permit eligibility in Canada.
Call us at 416-415-4726 or toll-free at 1-888-553-5333.
E-mail: info@gbctechtraining.com.
Check out the course details along with our interactive video tour at automationprogram.com.
