Get trained for a high-demand, high-income automation, electronics & robotics career in Ohio, recognized globally as an Advanced Manufacturing Hub.
Automation & Electronics: Your Fast Track to an Exciting Career
Ohio is a national and world leader in advanced manufacturing. With the fourth largest manufacturing GDP in the U.S. (as of 2021), the state boasts a high-tech, innovative sector where cutting-edge technologies like automation, AI, robotics, and additive manufacturing (3D printing) are transforming traditional production methods. These highly automated environments and sophisticated technologies ensure operations are safer and cleaner than ever before.
PLCC’s automation & electronics program will help you access this exciting, lucrative field offering diverse roles and plenty of opportunities for career growth and development.
Automation & Electronics Training Benefits
Career Advancement
Get the vital, cutting-edge skills and qualifications necessary to excel in a modern, high-earning automation career.
All-inclusive Tuition
PLCC's affordable tuition includes all expenses and fees with no surprises.
Evening Classes
Convenient evening classes make it easier to complete this course in under 10 months while balancing work and personal responsibilites.
About Automation & Electronics at PLCC
PLCC’s automation & electronics program is a 600-hour course with classes that meet Monday through Thursday from 5 pm to 9 pm. You’ll learn:
Essential skills
Technical foundations
Advanced modern technology
Industry 4.0 principles and systems
PLCC offers a modern, hands-on learning environment. Our instructors are not only certified teachers, but also experienced operators who are ready to share their knowledge of automation, electronics, and robotics.
The majority of your classroom activities will revolve around hands-on labs. These practical sessions allow you to apply and refine your technical skills in a controlled, real-world setting. Additionally, by working with the latest technologies, you’ll gain valuable experience that’s directly transferable to a modern manufacturing environment.
Enrollment Is Limited
At PLCC, each automation & electronics course is capped so that all students receive the attention they need to succeed. So, don’t wait! Enroll today and unlock a future filled with high-earning potential and job security in an Ohio industry that’s rapidly growing and innovating. Enhance your skills, achieve accredited, recognized certifications, and expand your career horizons at PLCC.
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If you are a high school student, please note that you will have several opportunities to visit PLCC during your sophomore year.
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Portage Lakes Career Center is accessible to visitors with physical disabilities. Visitors should contact the Main Office at 330-896-8200 prior to arrival for parking instructions and other information.
January 27, 2026
All Day & Evening Classes Are Canceled Due To Weather Conditions.