Area of Study
Industrial Controls and Telematics
Jumpstart Your Career in Automation with ICT
Are you interested in how machines work? Do you want a career where you work with smart systems that keep industries running? The Industrial Controls & Telematics (ICT) program at Morgan Community College is your pathway into the world of automation and high-tech systems.
Learn the Skills Industries Need
Today’s factories, farms, and production lines rely on advanced technology. These systems need skilled technicians to install, fix, and maintain them. That’s where you come in.
In the ICT program, you’ll get hands-on training with real-world tools and systems used in:
- Electrical controls
- Mechanical systems
- Smart farming (precision agriculture)
- Pneumatic (air-powered) systems
- Automated process controls
Our certified instructors will guide you every step of the way—no experience needed to get started.
Interested in ICT?
Program developed with a National Science Foundation ATE grant for Industrial Controls & Telematics Across Disciplines, NSF Award ID 1902290.
Starting wages for an ICT Technician range from $18-$25 per hour.
ICT is an in-demand job, growing in all industries shifting to automation.
Complete the program in 9 months with an internship!
Prepares you to earn credentials through NIMS or ISA!
Earn Industry-Respected Credentials
Want to stand out to employers? The ICT program helps you prepare for NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills) and ISA (International Society of Automation) certifications. These credentials prove your skills meet national standards—and they never expire!
You can become certified as a:
- Electronic Control Systems Specialist
- Electrical Systems Specialist
- Process Control Specialist
- Basic Mechanical Systems Technician
- Basic Pneumatic Systems Technician
Note: MCC prepares you for these tests, but the exams are taken through NIMS or ISA after finishing the program.
View the catalog for courses and program requirements.
Industrial Controls and Telematics
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Meet the Faculty
Faculty
George O’Clair
George O’Clair’s experience includes completing a Navy Electrical internship and work as a Journeyman level; marine, Lineman, Instrumentation, signalman, commercial, Industrial, and residential electrician. George currently owns his own electrical company. His instruction experience includes having taught English language, high school equivalency, the Director of Workplace Education for MCC located at Cargill, and was the President of Colorado Adult Education Professional Association (CAEPA) for four years.
With the help of corporations O’Clair built the existing Electrical Mechanical technology (ELMT) program. George currently is the lead professor of the ELMT, Industrial Control Telematics (ICT), and Mechatronics programs. George currently holds a Colorado Department of Regulatory (DORA) professor credential, and certificates in CTE, Manufacturing process, LIA, business development, leadership, and several other technical topics. He also earned a Bachelor’s degree in human resource management. George has won several awards for the Workplace Education and ELMT programs. George spends time with his family, hobbies, reading, and staying active.