Automation Technicians repair and maintain computer-controlled systems, as well as troubleshoot and repair a wide variety of industrial instrumentation.

Computer Systems analysts, or Computer Programmers, work on the hardware and networking side of the computer industry. They analyze data processing problems and procedures that allow them to implement and improve existing computer systems and review computer system capabilities, workflow and scheduling limitations.

Welders fuse and cut metal materials. They can work in several different industries, so welders might build structures or repair existing infrastructure.Welders fuse and cut metal materials.

Industrial maintenance professionals ensure the continuous operation of machinery, electrical systems, and equipment in a manufacturing setting through troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and repairs. Automotive service technicians and mechanics inspect, maintain, and repair cars and light trucks. Technicians often identify and fix automotive problems with computers, and also commonly work with parts and tools.

Motorcycle and marine engines are becoming more sophisticated and require technicians to have extensive technical training. Motorcycle and marine engines are a separate technology from automobile and diesel mechanics. The motorcycle service industry includes ATVs, dirt bikes, and street bikes. The marine service industry relates to bass boats, pleasure boats, personal watercraft, and cruisers. While all have similar maintenance and repair requirements, all can develop unique problems that test the technician’s expertise.

The Road Building Equipment Service Technician (R-BEST) program is designed to produce multi-skilled service technicians who have the ability to work on and service heavy construction equipment used in the road building industry. A class of eight to ten students will be selected through a competitive application process each year for enrollment in the fall semester. Applicants who are admitted will have an industry sponsor who will serve as a mentor throughout the program, during the three academic semesters and the two internship semesters.