166 credential programs ladder toward this occupation. Median wage on completion: $77,180 · projected growth +0.6%. See full occupation profile →
Short-Term Certificate
3D Graphic Science
Wallace State Community College
Associate's Degree
A.A.S. in Electronics Engineering Technology
Taylor Business Institute
Short-Term Certificate
Addititve Manufacturing
Wallace State Community College
Short-Term Certificate
Advanced Design
Wallace State Community College
Certification
Advanced Industrial Communications 4.0
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Implement OPC-UA communicationConfigure network componentsApply routing principlesDesign and manage firewallsEstablish and manage VLANsConduct Factory Acceptance Testing
Certification
Advanced Industry 4.0
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Knowledge of Industry 4.0 evolutionImplement and integrate cyber-physical systemsApply lean manufacturing methodsDesign and manage network topologiesPerform safety and risk managementUtilize production planning and MES
Certification
Advanced PLC Technology
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Program complex PLC systemsDesign industrial networksManage distributed PLC systemsProgram advanced PLC functionsWrite and optimize PLC programsDevelop advanced HMI applications
Certification
Advanced Product ID
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Determine optimal product ID devicesKnowledge of product ID elementsSet and optimize inspection goalsMinimize inspection timeIdentify features or defectsConfigure RFID frequencies
Certification
Advanced Robotics
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Knowledge of robotics evolutionImplement cyber-physical systemsApply lean manufacturing techniquesDesign and analyze network topologiesIdentify and mitigate robotic hazardsPlan and implement robotic production
Certification
Advanced Smart Maintenance
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Knowledge of maintenance conceptsImplement smart maintenanceSelect appropriate maintenance strategiesOperate and troubleshoot equipmentPerform predictive maintenanceTrack and optimize OEE
Course
Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLC & Troubleshooting
Alabama Training Network
AL
Program And Maintain Allen Bradley Control Logix PL CsTroubleshoot Advanced PLC SystemsConfigure Remote IO In Industrial Automation
Course
Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLC Training - Intro
Alabama Training Network
AL
Program Allen Bradley Control Logix PL CsTroubleshoot PLC Systems In ManufacturingUse Studio5000Software For PLC Programming
Course
Allen Bradley SLC 500 - Intro
Alabama Training Network
AL
Program Allen Bradley SLC500PL CsApply Logic Fundamentals In PLC ProgrammingTroubleshoot SLC500Systems
Certification
Applied Fluid Power
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Commission pneumatic systemsTroubleshoot and diagnose electro-pneumatic faultsInterpret GRAFCET control standardsIntegrate pneumatic componentsDesign vacuum systemsDesign and analyze pneumatic circuits
Certification
Applied Industrial Motor Controls
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Apply industrial electrical safetyKnowledge of component operation and functionConstruct motor circuitsTroubleshoot and diagnose motor controlsInterpret control schematicsApply motor protection and efficiency strategies
Certification
Applied Industry 4.0
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Integrate and configure MESIntegrate HMI systemsApply data communication and web servicesKnowledge of data securityApply 3D modelingOptimize smart factory systems
Certification
Applied Mechanical Systems
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Install mechanical drivesIdentify mechanical componentsAlign shafts and couplingsAnalyze and adjust ball screwsLubricate and maintain mechanical systemsApply coupling types
Certification
Applied PLC Technology II: Allen Bradley/Siemens
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Program ladder logicManage PLC programsApply core PLC functionalityModify PLC programsProgram HMI interfacesKnowledge of networking fundamentals
Certification
Applied Principles of Smart Sensors
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Classify and select sensorsImplement smart communication protocolsAnalyze sensor signals and dataConfigure and test sensor networksIntegrate sensor data into control systemsApply data logging and cloud connectivity
Certification
Applied Product ID Fundamentals
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Certification
Applied Robotics
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Knowledge of industrial robotics fundamentalsImplement safety protocols and hazard managementClassify robot componentsOperate and control robots and cobotsDevelop and troubleshoot robot programsInterface robots with work cells and I/O
Associate's Degree
Associate of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering
ECPI University
Associate's Degree
Associate of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology, Mechatronics
ECPI University
Short-Term Certificate
Automated Systems
Pikes Peak State College
Bachelor's Degree
B.S. in Computer Engineering Technology
DeVry University-Illinois
Bachelor's Degree
B.S. in Computer Engineering Technology
Indiana University-Indianapolis
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology, Electronic Systems
ECPI University
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology, Mechatronics
ECPI University
Short-Term Certificate
Basic Autocad
Wallace State Community College
Short-Term Certificate
Basic Electronics
Pikes Peak State College
Certification
Bionics 4 Education
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Knowledge of bionics and bioinspirationAnalyze functional and structural biologyApply hands-on technical conceptsIntegrate sensors and actuatorsKnowledge of light and color in natural and engineered systemsApply engineering design and material properties
Apprenticeship
Boeing Commercial Airplanes: Electronics Technician
Boeing Commercial Airplanes
Active ListeningArm-Hand SteadinessComputers & ElectronicsCritical ThinkingDeductive ReasoningEngineering & Technology
Apprenticeship
Boeing Defense (Wichita): Electronics Technician
Boeing Defense (Wichita)
Active ListeningArm-Hand SteadinessComputers & ElectronicsCritical ThinkingDeductive ReasoningEngineering & Technology
Certification
Building Automation Systems
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Monitor and control building mechanical systemsRespond to alarm conditionsCreate custom alarmsGenerate reports and data logsCreate time-of-day schedulesControl variable air systems
Course
Cathodic Protection Interference
Association for Materials Protection and Performance
Describe effects of stray current, AC voltage, and telluric currents on metallic structuresRecognize coating types and curing mechanismsDetect stray current, AC interference, and telluric currentRecognize deleterious effects of AC and DC interferenceMitigate and monitor AC and DC interferencePredict AC interference
Course
Cathodic Protection Specialist (CP4) Refresher Course - Virtual
Association for Materials Protection and Performance
Design complete CP systems for water tanks, aboveground and underground storage tanks, and pipelinesDemonstrate knowledge of rectifier and ground bed installation, source code calculations, and protective coatingsPerform corrosion analysis on the job siteManage and direct field testsApply new technologies to existing CP programsProvide formal training on basic and advanced CP concepts
Certification
Cathodic Protection Specialist Certification (CP4)
Association for Materials Protection and Performance
Data ManagementField MeasurementInspection & EvaluationSystem Design
Course
Cathodic Protection Technologist (CP3) Refresher Course - Virtual
Association for Materials Protection and Performance
Define activation, concentration, and resistance polarizationRecall factors affecting polarization (area, temperature, movement, ion/oxygen concentration)Identify errors in data collection/CP measurements (contact resistance, voltage drop, reference electrode errors)Determine ideal current distribution for a CP systemAdvanced cathodic protection testing and data interpretationObserve/document interference tests and implement stray current mitigation
Certification
Cathodic Protection Technologist Certification (CP3)
Association for Materials Protection and Performance
CommunicationData ManagementField MeasurementInspection & Evaluation
Short-Term Certificate
Certificate Digital Logic Systems
ECPI University
Certification
Certified Electrical Inspector Certification Program (CEI)
International Association of Electrical Inspectors
Apply general NEC requirements including recall application and analysis of code provisions to support electrical inspection decisions across residential and master inspector practice levelsInspect wiring methods including general wiring methods boxes conduit bodies cabinets cutout boxes switches and receptacles in compliance with NEC requirementsInspect services feeders and branch circuits including service entrance conductor sizing feeder design and branch circuit requirements in compliance with NEC provisionsInspect grounding and bonding systems including service grounding and bonding and equipment grounding and bonding to verify compliance with NEC requirementsConduct residential rough inspections of dwelling units including wiring methods device placement and rough-in requirements in compliance with NEC residential provisionsInspect residential services feeders and grounding systems in dwelling units to verify sizing installation and compliance with applicable NEC requirements
Certification
Certified Electrical Inspector Program - Residential (CEI-R)
International Association of Electrical Inspectors
Apply general NEC requirements including recall application and analysis of code provisions to support electrical inspection decisions across residential and master inspector practice levelsInspect wiring methods including general wiring methods boxes conduit bodies cabinets cutout boxes switches and receptacles in compliance with NEC requirementsInspect services feeders and branch circuits including service entrance conductor sizing feeder design and branch circuit requirements in compliance with NEC provisionsInspect grounding and bonding systems including service grounding and bonding and equipment grounding and bonding to verify compliance with NEC requirementsConduct residential rough inspections of dwelling units including wiring methods device placement and rough-in requirements in compliance with NEC residential provisionsInspect residential services feeders and grounding systems in dwelling units to verify sizing installation and compliance with applicable NEC requirements
Certification
Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional (CESCP)
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
$499 cost
Apply NFPA 70E requirements and federal regulations to establish and maintain electrical safety program complianceConduct risk assessments using hierarchy of risk controls to identify and mitigate electrical hazards in the workplaceDevelop and maintain electrical safety program documentation including procedures, training records, LOTO records, and compliance reportsPerform electrical safety program audits documenting findings, corrective actions, and compliance status against regulatory requirementsEvaluate safety-related maintenance requirements for electrical equipment in compliance with NFPA 70E and NFPA 70B standardsPlan and conduct job safety briefings defining roles, responsibilities, and hazard controls prior to electrical work activities
Certification
Certified Electrical Safety Worker (CESW)
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
$499 cost
Apply electrical safety terminology and qualification requirements to define worker roles and responsibilities under NFPA 70EIdentify electrical hazards including shock, arc flash, and arc blast conditions and their associated injury risksApply risk control methods including hazard elimination, engineering controls, administrative controls, and PPE to mitigate electrical hazardsDetermine nominal voltage and distinguish energized electrical conductors and circuit parts from other equipment componentsExecute emergency response procedures for electrical incident victims including release from contact and emergency notificationConduct job briefings and implement employer electrical safety program requirements prior to electrical work activities
Certification
Certified Industry 4.0 Associate - Fundamentals (Capstone Exam)
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Implement safe operation and maintenance of machinesTroubleshoot electromechanical systemsPerform routine maintenanceRead and interpret schematics and blueprintsOperate and maintain fluid power systemsWork in a team environment
Certification
Certified Industry 4.0 Technician - Applied (Capstone Exam)
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Set up and commission electro-pneumatic systemsTroubleshoot complex systemsCalculate compressed air costsIdentify system inefficienciesImplement and maintain vacuum systemsUtilize CoDeSys for programming
Short-Term Certificate
Civil/Mechanical Science
Wallace State Community College
Bachelor's Degree
Computer Engineering Technology
University of West Alabama
AL
Short-Term Certificate
Computer Maintenance Technology/Technician
Enterprise State Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate
Construction Basics
George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville
AL
Certification
Corrosion Specialist Certification
Association for Materials Protection and Performance
Bachelor's Degree
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Bluefield State University
Associate's Degree
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College
Certificate
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College
Associate's Degree
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Bluefield State University
Certificate
ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Bishop State Community College
AL
Certificate
ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Calhoun Community College
Associate's Degree
ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Gadsden State Community College
AL
Associate's Degree
ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Calhoun Community College
Associate's Degree
ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Bishop State Community College
AL