Mechatronics, Certificate

Award Granted Upon Completion: Certificate in Mechatronics
Credits/Contacts Required: 32/32
Major code: 04/438
CIP Code: 150403

Description

Mechatronics is a relatively new term used to describe how computers control electrical and mechanical systems. Mechatronics is present in any automated system, from HVAC (Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning) systems to robotic assembly lines. The Mechatronics certificate is designed to provide an introduction to principles and basic skills used in a wide variety of fields. Students will learn the principles needed to install, maintain, and repair mechanical, electrical, control, and fluid power systems.

Requirements (Min 32 Credits)

ELEC 130 - Circuit Fundamentals I Credit(s): 4
ELEC 180 - Electrical Machinery & Controls Credit(s): 4
ELEC 285 - Fluid Power Credit(s): 4
XXXX xxx - Approved Electives Credit(s): 16

*Approved Electives (16 Credits)

CADD xxx - Any CADD Course
CNSS 130 - Introduction to Networks Credit(s): 4
CNSS 150 - A plus Computer Maintenance Credit(s): 4
ELEC XXX - Any ELEC Course
TECH XXX - Any TECH Course
WELD 110 - Metal Processing Fundamentals Credit(s): 3
WELD 120 - Arc Welding Credit(s): 4

Suggested Sequences Per Semester

First Semester

ELEC 130 - Circuit Fundamentals I Credit(s): 4
ELEC 285 - Fluid Power Credit(s): 4
XXXX xxx - Approved Electives Credit(s): 8 | Contacts: 8

First Semester Total - Credit(s): 16 | Contacts: 16

Second Semester

ELEC 180 - Electrical Machinery & Controls Credit(s): 4
XXXX xxx - Approved Electives Credit(s): 12 | Contacts: 12