Robotics Engineering and Manufacturing
Do you have a technical and mechanical mindset? Are you curious about how things work and enjoy building from the ground up? Would you like to manufacture your own parts and designs? In this dynamic working lab, students gain hands-on experience with state of the art HAAS machines, 3-D printers, and more. This program is perfect for students who enjoy STEM activities, hands-on learning, and working as a team to develop engineering solutions. There is a strong focus on industrial systems and procedures, preparing students for careers in engineering and manufacturing. REM provides BotsIQ competition opportunities and focuses on the development, installation, and use of Advanced Manufacturing technologies.
Skills Learned:
Students enrolled in Robotics, Engineering & Manufacturing will gain knowledge and skills in:
- Electronics & Programming
- Manual & CNC Machining
- Mechanical Drives & Fluid Systems
- Robotics & Automation Systems
- Inspection & Engineering Processes
- Properties of MAterials & Manufacturing Systems
Related Occupations and Earnings:
Related occupations include Electronics Technician/Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Robotics Technician/Engineer, Electro-Mechanical Technicians, Circuit Board Designer, Automation Technician/Engineer, and Hardware Engineer. Salary Range
$12/hour to $ 48/hour.

Post-Secondary Opportunities:
Articulated credits can be earned toward a College Degree at local universities and institutions.
Instructor(s):
Mr. Pelzer & Mr. Sedlacek – Robotics Engineering and Manufacturing Instructors
Phone Number – 724-925-3532 x. 1347 & 1343
Office Hours: 7:15am to 7:45am
2:30pm to 2:45pm
Please leave a voicemail message outside of these times.
Suggested Prerequisites:
- Chemistry
- Algebra I & II
- Geometry
- College Prep English I-IV
Industry Certifications:
- CNC Mill/Lathe Certifications
- OSHA 10 Certification
- First Aid/CPR
Student Requirements:
- Active Listening
- Controlled Precision
- Manual Dexterity
- Multi-Task
- Complex Problem Solving
- Quality Control
Student Costs:
Text Book:
- Electricity and Electronics Goodheart/Wilcox 2009
- Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy (CS STEM NETWORK)
- VEX EDR Legacy Curriculum
- Robot Virtual Worlds
- MINDS-I Integrated Robotics
- Solid State Electronics, Dirk 1994
- Digital Circuits, Streib, Goodheart/Wilcox 1997
- LJ Digiac Virtual Instrument
- Platform for Electronics and Mechatronics 2010
- Tooling University
- CAM Instructor