Southeastern Community College (IA)

The Advanced Automation and Robotics Technology program is designed to prepare technicians to troubleshoot, service and fix computerized control systems and robotic devices in manufacturing environments. Students will gain knowledge and apply skills in advanced electrical, electronic, and robotics systems. Students will apply networking skills, integral to working with automated equipment, encompassing robotic components, sensors, controllers, and computers to support autonomous work.

The Advanced Automation and Robotics Technology program is designed to prepare technicians to troubleshoot, service and fix computerized control systems and robotic devices in manufacturing environments. Students will gain knowledge and apply skills in advanced electrical, electronic, and robotics systems. Students will apply networking skills, integral to working with automated equipment, encompassing robotic components, sensors, controllers, and computers to support autonomous work.

The Industrial Maintenance Technology program provides students with technical skills in maintaining and troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems used in the industry. Mechanical and electrical theory are covered throughout the program, including how to troubleshoot and repair industrial systems. Instruction is delivered in a format designed for flexibility and customization based upon the desired career path of each individual student.

The Industrial Maintenance Technology program provides students with technical skills in maintaining and troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems used in the industry. Mechanical and electrical theory are covered throughout the program, including how to troubleshoot and repair industrial systems. Instruction is delivered in a format designed for flexibility and customization based upon the desired career path of each individual student.

The Automotive Technology program is an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified program. This certification assures the student that the program meets the standards set by National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) regarding equipment, tools, scheduling, instructors, and curriculum.

In order for a technician to become ASE certified, they must have two years experience in addition to passing tests in the various areas of automotive repair. However, by attending the SCC Automotive Technology program, students may take these tests at any time during their education. If a student passes these tests, they will become ASE certified pro-tem upon graduation. After just one year of experience in the field, they become officially ASE certified.

The Automotive Technology program is an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified program. This certification assures the student that the program meets the standards set by National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) regarding equipment, tools, scheduling, instructors, and curriculum.

In order for a technician to become ASE certified, they must have two years experience in addition to passing tests in the various areas of automotive repair. However, by attending the SCC Automotive Technology program, students may take these tests at any time during their education. If a student passes these tests, they will become ASE certified pro-tem upon graduation. After just one year of experience in the field, they become officially ASE certified.

This is an option of the Automotive Technology Program allowing student to pursue a management track in their second year.

The SCC Automotive Technology program is an ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certified program. This certification assures the student that the program meets the standards set by NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation) regarding equipment, tools, scheduling, instructors and curriculum.

In order for a technician to become ASE certified, he/she must have two years experience in addition to passing tests in the various areas of automotive repair. However, by attending the SCC Automotive Technology program, students may take these tests at any time during their education. If they pass these tests, they will become ASE Certified pro-tem upon graduation. After just one year of experience in the field, they become officially ASE Certified.

This is an option of the Automotive Technology Program allowing student to pursue a management track in their second year.

The SCC Automotive Technology program is an ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certified program. This certification assures the student that the program meets the standards set by NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation) regarding equipment, tools, scheduling, instructors and curriculum.

In order for a technician to become ASE certified, he/she must have two years experience in addition to passing tests in the various areas of automotive repair. However, by attending the SCC Automotive Technology program, students may take these tests at any time during their education. If they pass these tests, they will become ASE Certified pro-tem upon graduation. After just one year of experience in the field, they become officially ASE Certified.

The Collision Repair and Restoration program provides training in shop processes used to restore damaged vehicles to their original condition.

This program combines state-of-the art equipment with an Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) curriculum, giving students the advanced knowledge required to keep up with the ever-changing automobile industry. I-CAR techniques and procedures are the industry standard for collision repair and restoration professionals.

In addition to the auto industry, another growing industry that hires SCC automotive collision graduates is the renewable energy industry. Many of the same concepts and skills involved in collision repair and restoration are also involved in the assembly and maintenance of wind energy components, including wind turbine blades and towers.

The Collision Repair and Restoration program provides training in shop processes used to restore damaged vehicles to their original condition.

This program combines state-of-the art equipment with an Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) curriculum, giving students the advanced knowledge required to keep up with the ever-changing automobile industry. I-CAR techniques and procedures are the industry standard for collision repair and restoration professionals.

In addition to the auto industry, another growing industry that hires SCC automotive collision graduates is the renewable energy industry. Many of the same concepts and skills involved in collision repair and restoration are also involved in the assembly and maintenance of wind energy components, including wind turbine blades and towers.

The Computer Aided Design (CAD) program provides students with the skill necessary to create detailed product and assembly drawings, as well as architectural blueprints. Students learn the process of visualizing and developing models in two- and three-dimensional environments.

The Networking Administration and Cybersecurity program offers hands-on experience with installation, maintenance, and administration of PC networks. Students will spend time working on security principles and router, switch, and firewall configuration. The program offers the latest equipment and software, plus experience with Microsoft and Linux operating systems. Students will leave with the skills and knowledge industry requires.

The Networking Administration and Cybersecurity program offers hands-on experience with installation, maintenance, and administration of PC networks. Students will spend time working on security principles and router, switch, and firewall configuration. The program offers the latest equipment and software, plus experience with Microsoft and Linux operating systems. Students will leave with the skills and knowledge industry requires.

The Occupational Therapy Assistant Program is a 21-month (seven-term) program that prepares the student to become an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA). The occupational therapy assistant works with, and under the supervision of an occupational therapist, to improve and support functional performance in daily activities. OTAs, within their scope of practice, assist with the process of client evaluation, goal setting, implementation of care and documentation of occupational therapy services. Upon completion of the program, the associate degree graduate will be educationally prepared to provide service throughout the lifespan to individuals who have difficulties due to developmental, physical, cognitive and emotional impairments. After program completion, you will be eligible to take the national certification examination for occupational therapy assistants administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

Respiratory care deals with all aspects of the heart and lungs from babies through adulthood. It ranks among the top 20 fastest growing occupations, and companies love to hire SCC grads. That’s because they know their stuff. Our two-year program includes tons of hands-on experience in clinical sites across the region.