Mike Varney works in industrial maintenance and has completed the Robotics, Automation and PLC Technician II programs. “With my background in electronics and maintenance these programs are exactly what I need to move into a Controls position.”

“The aspect of the programs I liked most was the simulation labs as I can continue to use them throughout my career and keep my skills up to date. In addition I have been compensated for my broader skill set.”

“Wish this was out there 20 years ago! Great job George Brown Staff.”

Yousif Ahmed Balla is an Electrical Engineer responsible for the operation and maintenance of the Low Voltage Switchgear and the supervision of a Building Automation Engineer and Technician. “I enrolled in the Automation Technician Certificate program to get the necessary skills and knowledge to deal with the building automation at the US Embassy, Khartoum.”

“The most amazing part of this program is the practical side; the LogixSim simulation software gave me the hands-on experience to build my skills and technique. The PLC lab projects were especially helpful and covered many areas that could be applied to my current job. The program has given me the confidence to get involved in other project in the automation field.”

“I would like to thank GBC for the excellent job in designing such a wonderful package of e-learning with up-to-date technology in both theoretical and practical presentation. I enjoyed every single module.”

Andrew Polito worked at a printing company that manufactures membrane switches for dishwashers, microwave panels, etc. ‘I was earning around $35,000 in the Rochester NY area  and was looking for a more challenging job that also paid more.’

‘I enrolled in the Automation Technician program in February of 2019, when my daughter was born ,and worked on it on and off for about 18 months.  Recently I updated my resume, adding the skills developed through the program and after one interview landed a new job at Lidestri Food and Drink as an Automation Technician. In this role I am one of two people managing 3 lines of brand new beverage depalletizers, sorters, and palletizers.  I have realized my goal of a more challenging job and almost doubled my salary.

I found the module content in-depth and helpful.