Mechatronics Technology I
Certificate
Program State Date: Fall or spring term
Minimum Program Length: 2 terms day or evening
Curriculum
Program Description
Mechatronics Technology is a new, interdisciplinary field involving control systems, electronic systems, computer networks, and mechanical systems that integrates product design and automated manufacturing processes.
Gainful Employment Disclosure information This program falls under Gainful Employment Disclosure regulations, a rule by the U.S. Education Department. Each program that falls under these regulations is required to report:
- Occupation, SOC code, and links to profile on O*NET
- Costs – tuition/fees and books/supplies
- On-time graduation (completion) rate for program.
- Job placement rate for students completing program
- Median loan debt incurred by students as provided by ED (identified separately as Title IV loan debt and private educational loan debt)
Practical Experience
Students gain experience and skills needed to perform routine maintenance, diagnosis, repairs, and installation involving electrical, mechanical and control systems in a manufacturing environment.
Professional Opportunities
Maintenance Technician, Entry-level Mechatronics Technician, Manufacturing Associate
Unique Aspects
Certificate graduates can apply these earned credits toward an Associate in Applied Science Degree-General Technology with a major in Mechatronics Technology.
EEDA Career Cluster
Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources; Architecture & Construction; Manufacturing and Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Course Requirements for Mechatronics Technology I
A. General Education Courses (followed by number of credit hours)
MAT 155 Contemporary Mathematics (3)
B. Major Courses (followed by number of credit hours)
AMT 105 Robotics and Automated Control I (3)
EEM 117 AC/DC Circuits I (4)
EEM 151 Motor Control I (4)
EEM 107 Industrial Computer Techniques (2)
IMT 102 Industrial Safety (2)
IMT 112 Hand Tool Operations (3)
IMT 131 Hydraulics & Pneumatics (4)
IMT 104 Schematics (2)
IMT 161 Mechanical Power Applications (4)
C. Electives and/or Other Additional Courses Required for Graduation
None
Minimum semester credit hours required for graduation: 31