Minor in Robotics and Automation


Amplify your career prospects with a minor in robotics and automation.

As industries struggle to keep costs down and turn to automation solutions, the fields of robotics and automation have been steadily increasing for the last several decades. Employers are looking to hire specialists with a background in robotics and the fundamentals of industrial automation. The Robotics & Automation Minor (RAM) introduces you to mechatronics engineering and prepares you for automation-related careers in Process Control, Manufacturing, Computerized Hardware/Software Integration, or Sustainable Automated Systems.

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What You'll Study

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Courses


  • EET 221 - Basic Electricity 
  • EET 221LAB - Basic Electricity Laboratory
  • EET 377 - Advanced Robotics and Automation 
  • EET 477 - Industrial Robotics and Automation 
  • ETSC 343 - Programmable Logic Controller Applications 
  • ETSC 242 - Instrumentation 
  • ETSC 277 - Introduction to Robotics 

Industry Options

A background in robotics can prepare you to work in the aerospace, agriculture, healthcare, and defense industries, among others.

Career Ready

Engage in real-life industrial processes related to automation in an industrial robotics laboratory setting, preparing you to enter the workforce after graduation.  

Advanced Technology

You’ll learn in our Hogue Technology Building, a cutting-edge facility that houses advanced computer labs, research facilities, and classrooms with the latest technological tools and equipment.

Basic Training

Learn the fundamentals of electricity, a valuable skill with applications in both your home and professional life.

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Why Study Engineering Technologies, Safety, and Construction at Central?


  • At CWU, you’ll actively participate in practical experiences that bring theory to life—designing, building, and testing to solve real-world problems and gain a competitive edge in your career.
  • Our faculty bring years of real-world expertise into the classroom, offering you mentorship and practical insights to help you thrive in your field.
  • With strong industry connections and training, our graduates are in high demand, often securing jobs even before graduation.

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