Robotics automation
Certificate, undergraduate
From ideas to intelligent machines
Take your engineering skills to the next level by exploring the fast-growing field of robotics. In this certificate program, you’ll learn how to design, build and control robotic systems through hands-on courses in mechanical design, electronics and programming. You’ll work with real-world tools and technologies, gaining practical experience in automation, sensors, and intelligent systems.
Whether you’re preparing for a career in robotics, manufacturing or advanced automation, this program gives you the technical foundation and problem-solving skills to thrive in an innovation-driven industry.
Overview
Related Topics
Hands-on learning, high-tech skills
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Are majoring in mechanical, electrical or computer engineering and want to specialize in robotics
- Enjoy combining mechanics, electronics and programming to solve real-world problems
- Want hands-on experience designing, building and controlling robotic systems
- Are curious about automation, artificial intelligence and human–machine interaction
- Plan to work in industries like manufacturing, aerospace, defense, healthcare or consumer technology
- Want to boost your resume with in-demand technical skills for the growing robotics field
Career outcomes
Current job openings
2,394 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Computer and Information Systems Managers
$187,489 - Information Security Analysts
$133,954 - Computer and Information Scientists
$204,261 - Computer Network Support Specialists
$80,777 - Database Architects • Data Warehousing Specialists
$140,178
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Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
U of I’s certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid or scholarships on their own. However, students enrolled in a bachelor's or associate degree program may apply their financial aid and scholarships toward a certificate if they are pursuing both simultaneously.
For more information or to explore funding options, contact the Financial Aid Office at finaid@uidaho.edu or call 208-885-6312.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Clubs and organizations
The College of Engineering offers 20+ clubs and organizations tied to international and national engineering organizations, including national competition teams.
Learn about clubs related to your program:
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
- Humanitarian Engineering Corps (HEC)
- National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
- Robotics Club
- Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
- Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)
- Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
- Tau Beta Pi - Engineering Honor Society (TBP)
- Vandal Atmospheric Science Team (VAST)
Application information
Admission criteria for undergraduate certificates are the same as those for U of I undergraduate degree programs. View our admission requirements to learn more.
Undergraduate certificate application process
Students interested in adding a certificate to their bachelor’s or associate degree program should speak with their academic advisor.
Students interested in earning an undergraduate certificate as a standalone program should contact the Admissions Office at 208-885-6326 for information on how to apply.