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Robotics Process Automation

RPACT is a new COM workforce program utilizing new software technology which automates repetitive and routine computer software tasks.

RPACT will develop the first Robotic Process Automation (RPA) workforce program in Texas, offering an accessible career pathway for aspiring RPA technicians.

RPA involves configuring software robots to automate repetitive tasks, freeing workers for more meaningful work. Our interdisciplinary program caters to diverse industries like energy, health care and finance, benefiting students from various backgrounds.

Partnering with leading global commercial RPA vendors UiPath and Blue Prism, we offer professional certifications, paving the way for lucrative job prospects.

Program Partners

Partnering with leading global commercial RPA vendors UiPath and Blue Prism, we offer professional certifications, paving the way for lucrative job prospects.


What You'll Learn

After completing this course, you'll be able to:

  • Develop an RPA application that will lead to building an enterprise-grade RPA application.

  • Evaluate how RPA will evolve and impact industries and organizations.

  • Develop a process-design document that outlines a business process to be automated.

  • Demonstrate an automation process to stakeholders as outlined in a solution-design document.

  • Build an automation process that uses advanced RPA techniques and reusable functions and can successfully integrate into an application.

Job Types

  • Coding
  • Support Specialist
  • Developer*
  • Technicians
  • Business Analyst
  • Tester
  • Solution Architect
  • Project Manager

* An RPA Developer is also known as a "Bot Builder".

Who's Using RPA?

  • Aerospace
  • Axiom
  • Energy Sector
  • Boeing
  • Financial Services
  • Methodist Hospital
  • Government
  • NASA
  • Healthcare
  • USDA
  • Manufacturing
  • U.S. Government
  • Retail and E-Commerce
  • Wells Fargo
  • Telecom Industry

Program Details

Next Start Date

Fall 2024

Learning Format

Face to Face, Hybrid

Program Length

12 months

Degree Plan

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Career Insights

Occupational summary for Entry-Level Robotics Process Automation

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$2.9B Global Job Market Size
(2023)

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39.6% Projected Growth
(2022-2029)

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$60-$80k / yr

Source: ziprecruiter.com, grandviewresearch.com, indeed.com

RPA Career Opportunities

Automation Business Analyst

$80,000

Automation Developer

$87,000

Specialized AI Professional

$95,000

Automation Infrastructure Engineer

$90,000

Automation Solution Architect

$140,000

Test Automation Engineer

$101,325

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Additional Program Info

Important Dates

Classes for this program will begin Fall 2024.

Program Requirements

Program Goals

  • Community outreach regarding RPA and its benefits to businesses.
  • Students to complete certificates by both Blue Prism and UiPath.

Program Outcomes

As an RPA Technician, entry level employees will be able to implement the software robots under the direction of senior business personnel, either in a business or in a Robotic Process Automation consulting firm. This applies to recent high school graduates as well as currently working adults with or without a degree.

Curricular Content

Semester 1

  • COSC 1301: Introduction to Computing
  • ITSW 1391: Blue Prism I
  • ITSE 1391: UiPath I
  • COSC 1336: Programming Fundamentals I

Semester 2

  • ITSC 1392L Blue Prism II
  • ITSE 1392: UiPath II
  • ITSC 1315: IT Project Management

Semester 3

  • ITSC 1380: Coop with Internship
  • ITSE 1394 (Blue Prism III) OR ITSE 1393 (UiPath III) 
Steps to Admission
  • Apply to COM via ApplyTexas
  • Meet with an advisor or enrollment coach to make sure you meet all program requirements.
Accreditation
  • Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) – Approved.
  • Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) – Pending approval July 2024

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