The goal of the Bachelor of Science online degree completion program in Automation Leadership is to fill the needs of industry for leaders in digital transformation. The degree completion program will prepare graduates for positions in diverse automation and digital leadership roles by providing education that complements their technical training with skills in management, leadership, and quality improvement. The curriculum will also include content and skill development related to Robotics, System Design, Automation, Cyber Security, Data Analytics, Sustainability, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), and Manufacturing Execution Systems.
The capstone experience will provide students the opportunity to apply skills acquired from coursework through a project-based experience that addresses a problem, need, or concern in a Manufacturing and Service setting. Students will also utilize project management and leadership tools obtained through coursework and by working directly with Manufacturing and Service leaders, resulting in an action plan, product, or service suitable for implementation by the host organizations.
Admission into the program requires an Associate of Science degree or equivalent in a related field.
General Requirements
Bachelor of Science Degree
Total for graduation
120 credits
General Education
40 credits
Major Studies
80 credits
* 19 credits of program core at UW-Stout, including a capstone
* 21 credits transferred from a technical college certificate program that can be earned concurrently with or prior to being admitted to the B.S. degree completion program
* 40 credits transferred from the technical program core in the student’s specialty area (Associate’s Degree)
*32 credits must be completed at UW - Stout.
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