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Introduction to Robotics

This introductory robotics course equips learners with the foundational skills needed to safely operate and program industrial robots in a manufacturing or automation environment. Students will learn to identify safety hazards, perform proper startup and shutdown procedures, and create and execute basic robot programs in both teach and playback modes. The course also covers key programming concepts such as tool center point definition, coordinate systems, subroutine structures, and editing programmed positions. Additional hands-on training includes managing inputs and outputs, recovering from common faults, and backing up and restoring robot programs.

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There are several flexible options available to help cover the cost of your skills training class:

  • One-time payment – Pay the full class price upfront.

  • Payment plan – Split your payments into 3-, 6-, or 9-month installments ($30 to set up, no interest).

  • Employer sponsorship – Your employer may fund your training as part of a workforce development or upskilling initiative - ask them today!

  • Workforce Ready Grant - if the class expressly states it's a Workforce Ready Grant class, you can select this to start the process for checking your eligibility. 

Upcoming Classes

Class Location

Class Dates
Time
Location
Cost
  • Jul 27, 2026 – Jul 31, 2026 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday-Friday
Muncie
$690

In Person, Instructor-Led
Contact: Brooke Hughes, careerlink-muncie@ivytech.edu

Costs may vary by location given differences in the cost of supplies and class provider.