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Mechatronics/Industrial Automation Technology, Associate of Applied Science

Students who successfully complete all Mechatronics /Industrial Automation Technology, Associate of Applied Science degree requirements will be able to:

  • Troubleshoot, maintain and repair mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Locate and analyze technical documents, prints, and schematics.
  • Collaborate in design and rebuilding projects.
  • Apply mathematics and scientific principles to troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair situations.
  • Promote energy efficiency and industrial sustainability.
  • Communicate effectively in writing and verbally with fellow workers and customers.
  • Program, troubleshoot and maintain computer controlled industrial process systems.
  • Cultivate a positive, professional workplace.

Program Course Requirements

See the graduation requirements for the Associate of Applied Science degree. For information on the advised sequence of program courses, see the Mechatronics & Industrial Automation, Associate of Applied Science Program Map.

Communication

IN4. 164Technical Writing for CTE

3
or
WLD 151Technical Writing For Welders

3
or
WR 121ZComposition I

4
WR 121Z: 3 credits apply towards the communication requirements; one credit applies toward program.

Computation

The 3 credit Computation related instruction requirement is embedded in the three courses listed below. All other credits apply toward program requirements.

MT3. 812Mechanical Systems

4
MT3. 833Principles of Technology

5
MT3. 834Principles of Technology II

5

Human Relations

MT3. 802Service Skills for Technicians

3

Program Courses

MT3. 801Mechatronics Orientation

1
MT3. 803Industrial Safety

2
MT3. 805Predictive & Preventive Maintenance

3
MT3. 812Mechanical Systems

4
MT3. 816CAD for Factory Automation

4
MT3. 817Drive Systems

2
MT3. 819Bearings & Lube Systems

2
MT3. 821Electrical Systems Troubleshooting

4
MT3. 822Troubleshooting Motors & Controls

4
MT3. 823Industrial Sensors & Actuators

3
MT3. 824Programmable Logic Controllers

3
MT3. 825Process Control & Instrumentation

3
MT3. 826Advanced PLC Troubleshooting

3
MT3. 827Automated Material Handling

3
MT3. 830Industrial Pneumatics Systems

3
MT3. 832Energy & Sustainability

3
MT3. 833Principles of Technology

5
MT3. 834Principles of Technology II

5
MT3. 836Industrial Hydraulics Systems

3
MT3. 846Pumps and Valves

2
MT3. 897Capstone Project I

3
or
WE1. 280MTCWE Mechatronics

1-14
MT3. 898Capstone Project II

3
or
WE1. 280MTCWE Mechatronics

1-14
MT3. 899Capstone Project & Assessment

3
or
WE1. 280MTCWE Mechatronics

1-14
PE 231Lifetime Health & Fitness

3
Approved Electives

11
3 credits of WE1. 280MT CWE Mechatronics replaces one Capstone project course.

Approved Technical Electives

Machining Focus

MTOL 191Introduction to Manual Machining

2
MTOL 192Manual Machining II

2
MTOL 111CNC I: Mill

4
MTOL 112CNC II: Lathe

4
MTOL 261Solidworks I

3
WE1. 280MTCWE Mechatronics

1-14

Welding Focus

WLD 170Welding I

2
WLD 171Welding II

2
WLD 172Prep For Certification

2
WLD 130Print Reading Applications

4
WLD 174Basic Wire-Feed Welding

2
WE1. 280MTCWE Mechatronics

1-14

Industrial Refrigeration Focus

MT3. 847HVAC System Controls

3
MT3. 848EPA Technician Certification

2
MT3. 849Heating Systems

2
MT3. 854Refrigeration Servicing

2
MT3. 855Refrigeration Troubleshooting

2
WE1. 280MTCWE Mechatronics

1-14

Total Credit Hours: 91-92