AUTOMATED INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
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SANTA CRUZ CENTER
What you will learn
This program is designed to help you build practical, job-ready skills for entry-level roles in mining, manufacturing, and other industries. You will learn through a combination of online lessons and structured hands-on lab experiences using simulators.
Learn more about this industry-recognized program at READY TECH GO.
Program Highlights
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Begin in August 2026
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Complete in May 2027
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Earn 16 college credits in two semesters
Program Format
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Online coursework you can complete on your own schedule, and
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Flexible lab training and in-person instruction at the Santa Cruz Center on Wednesdays and Saturdays
Semesters and Courses
Semester 1: August – December 2026
Semester 2: January – May 2027
Things to consider
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This program is available only to residents of Santa Cruz County, AZ.
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Current AIT students are not eligible.
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This program is designed to be completed over two semesters (not accelerated)
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Online coursework requires self-motivation and time management
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Commit to a two-semester program of study where a cohort of students begins and completes the program together
Application Process
The application process includes two required steps:
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Scholarship Application
All interested applicants must first apply for and be awarded the program scholarship. Only individuals selected for the scholarship may move forward. Scholarship application is due by May 1, 2026.
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Pima Community College Application