Robotics Technician Graduates - Testimonials

Graduate Testimonials

Earl Dennie wanted to pursue employment in the Robotics field and felt he "needed a stronger understanding of the fundamentals of Robotics". Since completing the Robotics…

Earl Dennie wanted to pursue employment in the Robotics field and felt he "needed a stronger understanding of the fundamentals of Robotics". Since completing the Robotics Technician Certificate program, Earl started a new job with Quanser, a world leader in education and research-based systems in mechatronics, control and robotics. Earl is an Electro-Mechanical Technician at Quanser and is certain that "having this program on my resume made me a strong candidate for this job".

Earl liked many aspects of the program; from the module structure to the interactivity of the program. In particular, "working on a virtual robot was very cool."

Alex Pineda is currently enrolled in the PLC Technician II program and has already graduated from the Electronics, Electromechanical, Robotics and PLC programs. Working for Mapei…

Alex Pineda is currently enrolled in the PLC Technician II program and has already graduated from the Electronics, Electromechanical, Robotics and PLC programs. Working for Mapei Corporation he is now an Industrial Mechanic "in charge of the operations, maintenance, repairs and training for new personal in the USA and Canada."

Alex has seen the impact of taking the programs in his day to day work; "they helped me a lot with my troubleshooting skills and have allowed me to develop projects and make improvements in my work place."

"Throughout my career I have acquired many skills but never got specific credentials. These programs have helped me develop new skills and knowledge, and also provided the types of support that are crucial to my success. I am confident that these programs will help me achieve my long term professional goals."

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…

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."

Patrick Denis graduated from the Robotics Technician program and is currently taking the Electronics Technician program. He is a Maintenance and Calibration…

Patrick Denis graduated from the Robotics Technician program and is currently taking the Electronics Technician program. He is a Maintenance and Calibration Technician at Maetta Science, a company that specializes in specializes in MIM (metal injection moulding).

While Patrick had an Electromechanical Diploma he felt it was important to understand robotic systems, "Today all types of companies have robotics systems in place and I want to make sure I keep up to date". "With the Robotics program I am able to understand how a robotic system works, from pick and place, to a palletizing system or even a CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machines). In fact I have been able to fix work problems as they come up; for instance one time our palletizing system failed and I was able to correct the program and restart the production line...something I couldn't have done before taking the Robotics program."

"My biggest challenge was to manage my schedule; I work full time so the distance education programs at George Brown College made it possible for me to continue to learn and upgrade my skills."

With the assistance of his company’s tuition reimbursement policy Travis T enrolled in the Robotics Technician Certificate program…

With the assistance of his company’s tuition reimbursement policy Travis T enrolled in the Robotics Technician Certificate program because it was online and allowed him to work at his own pace. In addition to the program flexibility, he especially liked the simulator as "it provided “real-world” experience."

Travis is a Project Engineer designing and installing new equipment and has had the opportunity to apply his new learning on the job. "I am currently in the process of working with several integrators to install robotics systems. Your program has given me the knowledge required to properly communicate the system design requirements."