De Anza College
DMT 396
Fundamentals of Industrial Automation · 0 units
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- De Anza catalogcourse record · 2025-2026
- FHDA class listingsFall 2026 sections
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About this course
This introductory course provides a foundation in the principles and practices of industrial automation and smart manufacturing. Students will learn essential concepts in electrical systems, industrial safety, Industry 4.0, trade-related mathematics, precision measuring instruments, circuit drawings, and basic mechatronics. Topics will include direct and alternating current electricity, industrial wiring skills, and fundamentals of (PLC) Programmable Logic Controllers.
Sections this term
Fall 2026 · updated Sep 3, 3:30 PM UTCDMT 396Fundamentals of Industrial AutomationOpen1 section · 1 seat reported · 1 instructor
- CRN 28688 · 01Open · 1
Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.
Prerequisites
The De Anza catalog lists no prerequisite for this course.
Advisory: “Pre-algebra or equivalent (or higher), or appropriate placement beyond pre-algebra”
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