Official qualification
Enrol on an official Higher-Level Vocational Training course in Industrial Automation and Robotics online and gain the skills needed to design, programme and maintain automated systems and industrial robots. Study remotely over two years at a university that is a pioneer in delivering this course online, and prepare yourself for a career in the sectors with the highest demand within Industry 4.0.
Industrial automation and robotics are driving the transformation of production processes in companies across all sectors. The growing adoption of technologies linked to Industry 4.0 is increasing the demand for professionals capable of designing, programming and maintaining automated systems and industrial robots.
With UAX’s online Higher National Diploma in Industrial Automation and Robotics, you will obtain an official qualification in two years and be trained at a university that is a pioneer in delivering this course online, with over seven intakes’ worth of experience in training professionals for the industrial sector.
Furthermore, you’ll be able to balance your studies with your professional commitments thanks to a flexible approach, undertake your Work-Based Learning (WBL) and apply for a personalised credit recognition assessment to continue your studies towards a university degree in a technology-related field.
What will you learn on the Vocational Training course in Industrial Automation and Robotics?
In addition, you can apply for a personalised credit transfer assessment to continue your studies towards a university degree in a technology-related field, building on the knowledge gained during the Higher National Diploma in Industrial Automation and Robotics.
The recognition will be assessed on a case-by-case basis depending on your academic background and the degree programme you wish to undertake. Take the next step! Become one of the professionals driving Industry 4.0 forward.
Study at your own pace and visit our campuses in person whenever you need to. Make the most of our facilities: study areas, co-working spaces and networking opportunities with other students are all at your disposal.
Because your training doesn’t end in the classroom, we’re committed to ensuring you secure your work placement in a timely and proper manner. If we fail to fulfil this commitment, we’ll refund your booking fee. *Please check the terms and conditions and the qualifications to which this applies with your adviser.
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ADVANCED TECHNICIAN IN INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION AND ROBOTICS
First Year
ANNUAL SUBJECTS
| Code | Subjects | Character* | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| V0140301 | Technical documentation | OB | 5 |
| V0140302 | Industrial computing | OB | 5 |
| V0140303 | Measurement and control systems | OB | 11 |
| V0140304 | Power systems | OB | 12 |
| V0140305 | Electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems | OB | 11 |
| V0140306 | Programmable sequential systems | OB | 11 |
| V0140308 | Personal Pathway to Employability I | OB | 5 |
| TOTAL: | 60 | ||
ELECTIVE COURSES
| Code | Subjects | Character* | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Elective | OP | 1 |
| TOTAL: | 1 | ||
Second Year
ANNUAL SUBJECTS
| Code | Subjects | Character* | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| V0240309 | Industrial communications | OB | 12 |
| V0240310 | Integration of industrial automation systems | OB | 12 |
| V0240311 | Industrial robotics | OB | 5 |
| V0240312 | Advanced programmable systems | OB | 5 |
| V0240313 | Business English | OB | 5 |
| V0240314 | Personal Pathway to Employability II | OB | 5 |
| V0240315 | Digitalisation in the productive sectors | OB | 3 |
| V0240316 | Sustainability applied to the production system | OB | 3 |
| V0240318 | Intermodular Project on Automation and Industrial Robotics | OB | 5 |
| V0240319 | FFE1 | OB | 0 |
| TOTAL: | 55 | ||
ELECTIVE COURSES
| Code | Subjects | Character* | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Elective | OP | 1 |
| TOTAL: | 1 | ||
List of Elective Modules
ANNUAL SUBJECTS
| Code | Subjects | Character* | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| V0140307 | Introduction to Business English (GS) | OP | 0 |
| V0240317 | Programming languages for IoT devices | OP | 5 |
| TOTAL: | 5 | ||
*Character: BT: Basic Training, Ob: Required, Op: Optional
Online dual vocational training:
In accordance with Organic Law 3/2022, a number of significant changes will be introduced to the vocational training system in Spain from the 2024–25 academic year onwards
This transition to the new vocational training regulations, known as ‘Dual’ (a standardised framework for the whole country, except for the order of modules and the teaching load set by each Autonomous Community) affects all first-year courses in any of their formats (face-to-face or online), except for the Higher Vocational Training Course in Dietetics, which remains under the LOGSE training plan, predating the current LOE*
The Work-Based Training (FFE) forms part of the Higher Technical Diploma in Automation and Industrial Robotics and will enable you to apply the knowledge acquired during the course in real industrial settings. Thanks to UAX’s network of partnerships with companies across various sectors, you’ll gain first-hand experience of the technologies and processes driving the automation industry.
At UAX, we provide you with the necessary infrastructure to undertake work placements at leading companies and institutions across a wide range of sectors, all through our Career Services.
You will undertake work-based training from April to June and will benefit from UAX’s more than 8,000 agreements with leading companies across various sectors, such as Aeronáutica SDLE, RobotPlus, Cinfa, Valensis and BD, amongst many others.
Apply for your personalised credit transfer plan
If you have previously completed another qualification, wish to change institutions, or are planning to study for a bachelor’s degree after completing your vocational course, at UAX we have the perfect plan for you.
Furthermore, if you wish to continue your studies after completing the Higher Technical Diploma in Automation and Industrial Robotics, you can request a personalised credit transfer assessment to gain entry to a university degree in the field of technology. The assessment will be carried out on a case-by-case basis, depending on the courses you have completed and the university degree you have chosen.
Find out about your personalised and free credit recognition plan, designed based on the studies you have completed and those you wish to undertake here.
Alfonso X El Sabio University has approved and published regulations in line with Royal Decree 822/2021 to address the transfer and recognition of credits.
You can access this Higher Level Training Cycle if:
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Yes. UAX’s online Vocational Training course in Industrial Automation and Robotics is an officially recognised vocational training qualification leading to the award of the Higher Technician’s Certificate in Industrial Automation and Robotics, which is recognised for both academic and professional purposes throughout Spain.
Yes. UAX’s online Vocational Training (FP) course in Industrial Automation and Robotics is delivered via distance learning through a virtual campus, allowing you to balance your studies with your professional and personal commitments. Over the course of the two academic years, you’ll gain access to specialised content in industrial automation, robotics, industrial communications and Industry 4.0 technologies, whilst also receiving teaching support and academic guidance throughout the programme.
To enrol on the online Higher National Diploma in Industrial Automation and Robotics, you must meet the academic requirements set out for higher-level vocational training programmes, such as holding a Baccalaureate qualification, a Vocational Training Technician qualification or one of the equivalent qualifications recognised under current regulations.
The online Higher National Diploma in Industrial Automation and Robotics lasts for two academic years. During this period, you will acquire the skills required to design, programme, integrate and maintain automated systems and industrial robots in production environments.
The online Higher National Diploma in Industrial Automation and Robotics trains you to design, programme, install and maintain automated systems and industrial robots that optimise production processes. You will learn to work with PLCs, sensors, control systems and other key technologies used in industrial automation and Industry 4.0.
The curriculum for the Higher Technical Diploma in Industrial Automation and Robotics includes modules such as Industrial Computing, Measurement and Control Systems, Power Systems, Electrical, Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems, Programmable Sequential Systems, Industrial Communications, Industrial Robotics and Integration of Industrial Automation Systems, as well as Work-Based Training (FFE).
The Higher Technical Certificate in Industrial Automation and Robotics is an official vocational training qualification recognised for both academic and professional purposes throughout Spain. An online industrial robotics course, on the other hand, offers specialised training in specific areas, but does not lead to an official vocational training qualification nor does it provide the same professional skills.
The Work-Based Learning (WBL) programme enables students to apply the knowledge acquired during the course in real-world professional settings. Students undertake work placements in companies and organisations involved in industrial automation, robotics and the digital transformation of production processes.
A Senior Technician in Industrial Automation and Robotics can pursue a career in companies across sectors such as the automotive, food, logistics, energy, electronics and pharmaceutical industries. They may also be involved in projects relating to process automation, industrial robotics, industrial communications and the maintenance of automated systems.
The Higher Technical Qualification in Industrial Automation and Robotics enables you to work in fields related to process automation and the digital transformation of industry. Key career opportunities include roles such as industrial automation technician, industrial robotics technician, industrial maintenance technician, industrial electrical and electronics technician, industrial communications technician and electrical design engineer.
Yes. The Higher Technical Diploma in Industrial Automation and Robotics provides the knowledge required to carry out industrial maintenance tasks relating to automated systems, electrical equipment, industrial communications, robots and production processes used in industrial settings.
Industrial robotics is used in sectors such as the automotive, food, pharmaceutical, electronics, energy and logistics industries. Automated systems make it possible to optimise industrial processes, improve productivity and increase precision in manufacturing, control and maintenance tasks.
Yes. Once you have completed the Higher Technical Diploma in Industrial Automation and Robotics, you will be able to apply for a personalised credit transfer assessment to continue your studies on a university degree course in the field of technology, in accordance with current academic criteria and your previous academic record.
The cost of the online Vocational Training course in Industrial Automation and Robotics may vary depending on the conditions applicable at the time of enrolment. UAX offers various funding options, payment plans and study grants. In addition, students who meet the established criteria may apply for official grants from the Ministry of Education. To find out the current cost of the course and the financial support available, you can request information and receive personalised advice.
The salary of a professional in industrial automation and robotics can vary depending on experience, specialisation, sector and geographical location. As a rough guide, salaries in this field typically range from 22,000 to 30,000 euros gross per annum, although these figures may be higher for roles involving greater responsibility or specialisation. The growing demand for professionals in industrial automation and Industry 4.0 continues to drive job opportunities in the sector.
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