Certification Information
Electrical & Electronics Equipment Installers & Repairers
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SACA's Certified Industry 4.0 Electrical Systems Specialist certification prepares individuals to succeed as an industrial electrician in modern production environments that use Industry 4.0 technologies. In this role, individuals will install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical circuits and electric motor systems.
| SACA Credentials (CE) | Credit Course | CE Course | AC Hours |
| C101 Associate Basic Operations | INMT 1305 Intro to Industrial Maintenance | INMT 1005 Intro to Industrial Maintenance | 48 |
| C101 Associate Basic Operations | ENER 1330 Basic Mechanical Skills | ENER 1030 Basic Mechanical Skills | 64 |
| C201 Electrical Systems I | IEIR 1002 Intro to DC Circuits | IEIR 1002 Intro to DC Circuits | 48 |
| C202 & C204 Motor Controls | IEIR 1310 Motor Controls | IEIR 1010 Motor Controls | 48 |
| C206 Electrical Systems Installation I | IEIR 1312 Distribution Systems | IEIR 1012 Distribution Systems | 48 |
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"SACA's Certified Industry 4.0 Control Systems Specialist certification prepares individuals to succeed as a controls technician in modern production environments that use Industry 4.0 technologies. In this role, individuals will install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial control systems using sensors, programmable controllers, and variable frequency drives."
Prepares individuals to connect, adjust, and operate electrical motor control circuits using these electrical components: 3-phase AC motors, reversing magnetic motor starters with overloads, drum switches, control relays, timer relays, pushbutton switches, selector switches, limit switches, pressure switches, and float switches. Other key skills include: adhering to motor control safety rules, reading ladder logic circuit diagrams, checking for proper ground connections, wiring motors for high and low voltage, and interpreting common motor control application circuits.
| SACA Credentials (CE) | Credit Course | CE Course | AC Hours |
| C101 Associate Basic Operations | INMT 1305 Intro to Industrial Maintenance | INMT 1005 Intro to Industrial Maintenance | 48 |
| C101 Associate Basic Operations | ENER 1330 Basic Mechanical Skills | ENER 1030 Basic Mechanical Skills | 64 |
| C201 Electrical Systems I | IEIR 1002 Intro to DC Circuits | IEIR 1002 Intro to DC Circuits | 48 |
| C202 Electric Motor Control Systems | IEIR 1310 Motor Controls | IEIR 1010 Motor Controls | 48 |
| C203 Variable Frequency Drive Systems I | IEIR 1310 Motor Controls | IEIR 1010 Motor Controls | 0 |
| C204 Motor Control Troubleshooting I | IEIR 1310 Motor Controls | IEIR 1010 Motor Controls | 0 |
| C205 Sensor Logic Systems I | IEIR 1304 AC Circuits for Industrial App | IEIR 1004 AC Circuits for Industrial App | 48 |
| C207 Programmable Controller Systems I | ELMT 1301 Programmable Logic Controllers | ELMT 1001 Programmable Logic Controllers | 32 |
| C208 Programmable Controller Troubleshoot I | INMT 2345 Industrial Maintenance | INMT 2045 Industrial Maintenance | 48 |
| C211 Total Productive Maintenance | INMT 2301 Machinery Installation | INMT 2301 Machinery Installation | 64 |
How Courses Work
Your coursework will be in a hybrid model: in-person instruction, online support, and hands-on labs, offering flexibility in pacing with the help of an Industry Subject Matter Expert(SME)/Trainer in Advanced Manufacturing.
In-Person Instruction is held at the Innovation Outpost, downtown Amarillo, 1220 S Polk St, Amarillo, TX 79101.
Hands on Skills Labs are conducted in person at the AC East Campus, EMEC - Suite 105 - 1502 B Ave, Amarillo, Texas, 79111. – Open Labs are on Fridays.
Access to Online Materials will be found in the AC Blackboard Learning Management System and Amatrol eLearning (which houses your SACA certification modules) will be accessible online with your AC login. You will learn more about this at orientation.
Sessions are scheduled on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday, from 7:00 am to 10:00 am, providing ample flexibility. For scheduling problems and general questions, please email mec@actx.edu.
SACA Certifications & Continuing Education Courses
Associate Basic Operations – Upon enrollment, you will be registered for 2 courses, leading to a Silver and Gold SACA Credential for C-101 Certified Industry 4.0 Associate – Basic Operations. These two courses can be completed at an accelerated pace, meaning you can move on to the next level after 1–3 weeks of instruction/labs.
Electrical Systems Specialist – Upon enrollment, you will be registered for 3 courses, leading to a Silver and Gold for 4 SACA Credentials
- C-201 Electrical Systems 1
- C-202 Electric Motor Control Systems 1
- C-204 Motor Control Troubleshooting 1
- C-206 Electrical System Installation
These SACA Certifications are recognized Industry-wide and have proven to give students opportunities for promotions and a way into jobs they were previously not qualified for. You have the opportunity to continue to advance.
Control Systems Specialist – Upon enrollment, you will be registered for 4 courses, leading to a Silver and Gold for 4 SACA Credentials:
- C-205 Sensor Logic Systems
- C-207 Programmable Controller Systems I
- C-208 Programmable Controller Troubleshoot I
- C-211 Total Productive Maintenance.
You will also have the opportunity to articulate up to 15 Credit Hours into the Advanced Manufacturing Fundamental Skills Certificate, if you choose to pursue an Associate Degree.
Coming Soon - HVAC SACA Credentials
Accessing Course Content
Once you have enrolled, you will need to request access to course content by emailing mec@actx.edu to contact Victor Romero, your Industry SME/Trainer, or Brent Childers (Faculty Facilitator for Advanced Manufacturing), Derreck Jett (Lead Faculty), or Grant Staff, Dr. Jacqueline Taylor or LaDonna Daniel. Simply mention that you're a CE student in the DOL Advanced Manufacturing Program. He will provide the Amatrol eLearning code for access.
Our Team
Our team includes Instructional/Training and Support Professionals, dedicated to supporting you throughout your journey. Below you will find contact information for faculty and support staff.
Instructors
Lead Faculty in Advanced Manufacturing
Brent Childers
- Email: wesley.childers@actx.edu
- Phone: (806) 335-4280
Derreck Jett
- Email: derreck.jett@actx.edu
- Phone: (806) 335-4216
Industry Subject-Matter Expert (SME)/Trainer
Victor Romero
- Email: varomero@actx.edu
- Optional Email: mec@actx.edu
- Phone: (806) 335-4205
Additional Support
DOL Grant Administrative Staff
To further support your educational journey, reach out to DOL Grant Administrative Staff:
Dr. Jacqueline Taylor
- Email: jstaylor21@actx.edu
- Cell: (731) 426-3703
LaDonna Daniel
- Email: ladonna.daniel@actx.edu
- Phone: (806) 335-4250
Academic Success Center
Jill Rankin, Success Center Supervisor, can also provide additional academic support resources. The Academic Success Center is also available for all your learning needs.
Jill Rankin, Supervisor
- Email: jill.rankin@actx.edu
Phone: (806) 335-4321
Additional Academic Support
To schedule additional Academic Support, contact your Industry SME/Trainer, Victor Romero or the East Campus, Academic Success Center
Victor Romero
- Email: varomero@actx.edu
- Optional Email: mec@actx.edu
- Phone: (806) 335-4205