Train For an Exciting and In-Demand Career in Robotics

Robotics is a blend of mechanical, electrical and computerized technologies that together form complex automated systems.

Students are trained at Westmoreland’s state-of-the-art Advanced Technology Center by a dedicated team of expert instructors and consultants. The ATC provides industry-recognized training in programs that are in-demand within the manufacturing sector.

What Will I Learn?

The Robotics AAS program is designed to provide students with the knowledge they need to assist manufacturing, mechanical and electrical engineers in all phases of design, development, production, testing and operations.

It also includes hands-on robotic cell development with various manufacturers' robots combined with state-of-the-art cell simulation and offline programming of industrial robots from RoboDK . Graduates will have the skills required to manage, investigate, repair and troubleshoot automated systems. View the Robotics, AAS Degree in the College Catalog

What Will I Earn?

If you plan to stay in the region, there are many occupations related to this program degree and certificates. In the 10-county region* surrounding Westmoreland County Community College, the earnings for occupations range from $22.04 - $49.18 per hour, with an average hourly wage of $31.98.

It is important to remember that wages vary based on level of education, experience, job location and other factors.

Source: Data provided by Lightcast™ (https://lightcast.io/) 2026.1

* 10-county region includes Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Washington and Westmoreland.

Career Opportunities

The need for skilled individuals to support modern manufacturing systems is ongoing.

Graduates of the degree program may accept positions such as industrial technician, process specialist, and automation technician. Median wages for these positions were about $55,000 annually in 2016, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.

Graduates of the Basic Systems Certificate will be able to configure and troubleshoot basic manufacturing systems. Graduates of the Robotics I and II certificate programs will have the ability to manage,investigate, repair and troubleshoot advanced manufacturing systems with the aim of operational efficiency and cost control.

Click here to read how student Katie Lynn is advancing her career:

Scholarship Available

Through the Build Back Better Regional Challenge, a Robotics Scholarship is available to eligible students enrolled in the Robotics AAS
program at the Advanced Technology Center. Click here for details.

Program Fees

First Year

Tuition

$143 per credit (Westmoreland County Residents) - $4,719 for 33 credits
$280 per credit (Out-of-County Residents) - $9,240 for 33 credits
$420 per credit (Out-of-State Residents) - $13,860 for 33 credits

Fees

General Fee $72 per credit (Westmoreland County Resident) - $2,376 for 33 credits
General Fee $70 per credit (Out-of-County and Out-of-State Residents) - $2,310 for 33 credits
- Robotics Courses First Semester - 12 credits
- General Education Courses First Semester - 5 credits
- Robotics Courses Second Semester - 16 credits
- General Education Courses Second Semester - 0 credits
Capital Fee $6 per credit (Out-of-County/Out-of-State Residents) - $198 for 33 credits
Lab Fee Robotics Courses $70-$80 per course
- First Semester 3 courses @ $70 = $210
- Second Semester 4 courses @ $70 = $280
Lab Fee Non-Robotics Courses $70-$80 per course
- First Semester 0 courses
- Second Semester 0 courses
*Software Fees - None

Textbooks

*Estimated textbooks - $1,500
*Estimated textbooks, general education - $1,000

Materials (Estimated)

Safety Glasses - $16
Multimeter - $80
USB Flash Drive - $20
Electrician Tool Kit - $450
Precision Screwdriver Set - $30
Adjustable Wrench - $45

*Fees, excluding college established Tuition Fees, are estimates and subject to change without notice.

Second Year