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Mechatronics Engineering Technology

Overview Pathway Requirements Additional Information

Mechatronics is the integration of mechanical, electronic and electrical engineering systems, including robotics and advanced automation systems. Technicians with a degree from the program are trained to design, build, test, install, program, troubleshoot and repair systems involving high-tech, computer-controlled machinery. While the main focus is on robotics and controls for automated manufacturing machinery, mechatronics is truly found in a multitude of places, including transportation, shipping/distribution centers, elevators, and medical equipment, just to name a few.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates who earn the Mechatronics Engineering Technology degree will possess a strong background in the following areas:

Basic Electricity and Electronics
Robotics
Programmable Logic Controllers
Instrumentation
Fluid Power
Mechanisms
Applied Technical Math
Physics
Motors and Controls

Mechatronics Engineering Technology Degree - A40350
Mechatronics Engineering Technology Part-time Pathway

Mechatronics Engineering Technology Degree - A40350

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
Fall		Credit Hours
ACA 111	College Student Success	1
CIS 110	Introduction to Computers	3
DFT 151	CAD I	3
ELC 131	Circuit Analysis I	4
ELC 131A	Circuit Analysis I Lab	1
MAT 171	Precalculus Algebra	4
	Credit Hours	16
Spring		Credit Hours
ELN 131	Analog Electronics I	4
ELN 133	Digital Electronics	4
ENG 111	Writing and Inquiry	3
HYD 110	Hydraulics/Pneumatics I	3
ISC 112	Industrial Safety	2
	Credit Hours	16
Summer		Credit Hours
MEC 130	Mechanisms	3
Social Science elective^*		3
	Credit Hours	6
Second Year
Fall		Credit Hours
ATR 112	Introduction to Automation	3
ELC 213	Instrumentation	4
ELN 260	Programmable Logic Controllers	4
ENG 114	Professional Research & Reporting	3
Humanties elective^*		3
	Credit Hours	17
Spring		Credit Hours
ATR 214	Advanced PLCs	4
CTS 120	Hardware/Software Support	3
ELC 117	Motors and Controls	4
PHY 151	College Physics I	4
	Credit Hours	15
	Total Credit Hours	70

Mechatronics Engineering Technology Part-time Pathway

Plan of Study Grid
Term 1		Credit Hours
ACA 111	College Student Success	1
ELC 131	Circuit Analysis I	4
ELC 131A	Circuit Analysis I Lab	1
	Credit Hours	6
Term 2		Credit Hours
ELC 117	Motors and Controls	4
HYD 110	Hydraulics/Pneumatics I	3
ISC 112	Industrial Safety	2
	Credit Hours	9
Term 3		Credit Hours
MEC 130	Mechanisms	3
	Credit Hours	3
Term 4		Credit Hours
ELN 260	Programmable Logic Controllers	4
Social Science or Humanities elective^*		3
	Credit Hours	7
Term 5		Credit Hours
ELN 131	Analog Electronics I	4
ENG 111	Writing and Inquiry	3
	Credit Hours	7
Term 6		Credit Hours
CIS 110	Introduction to Computers	3
MAT 171	Precalculus Algebra	4
	Credit Hours	7
Term 7		Credit Hours
DFT 151	CAD I	3
ELC 213	Instrumentation	4
	Credit Hours	7
Term 8		Credit Hours
CTS 120	Hardware/Software Support	3
ELN 133	Digital Electronics	4
	Credit Hours	7
Term 9		Credit Hours
ENG 112 or ENG 114	Writing and Research in the Disciplines Professional Research & Reporting	3
Social Science or Humanities elective^*		3
	Credit Hours	6
Term 10		Credit Hours
ATR 112	Introduction to Automation	3
	Credit Hours	3
Term 11		Credit Hours
ATR 214	Advanced PLCs	4
PHY 151	College Physics I	4
	Credit Hours	8
	Total Credit Hours	70

Students who complete the two-year program are also eligible to transfer into many of the state’s universities which offer 2+2 Engineering Technology degree options. This makes it a great option for students who are undecided about a four-year degree and opens the door to several career pathways for graduates, including entering the workforce after completing the two-year degree, continuing on to complete the four-year Engineering Technology degree, or perhaps the best of both worlds – entering the workforce with the two-year degree while completing the remaining two years of the bachelor’s degree online or on evenings/weekends. Many employers will pay for tuition and books, which allows the graduate to minimize costs and maximize earnings while preparing to earn even potentially higher salaries.

The 2+2 option also provides one of the most affordable paths to a 4-year engineering degree. In addition, it maximizes flexibility and provides a safety net at the two-year point that is not possible with beginning studies exclusively at a four-year institution.

Students who enjoy problem solving and who want a significant advantage entering the job market are encouraged to explore mechatronics for a competitive advantage in today’s rapidly changing workforce.

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