Robotics and Automation Technology/Mechatronics Engineering Technology AAS - Academic Plan
The Mechatronics Engineering Technology curriculum prepares individuals for jobs requiring electrical, mechanical, and computer skills necessary to work on complex systems found in manufacturing environments. Students in the program will gain knowledge and hands-on training for the in-demand field of mechatronics, which combines electricity, electronics, robotics, mechanics instrumentation, process control and industrial automation.
Students will learn multi-craft technical skills in blueprint reading, mechanical systems, electrical/electronic systems, hydraulics/pneumatics, and automation.
Through alignment with PMMI's (Packaging Machinery Manufactures Institute) Mechatronics Certification Program, ACC's Associate of Applied Science degree in Mechatronics Engineering Technology offers a set of stackable credentials recognized by the US Department of Labor and endorsed by the National Association of Manufacturer's' skills.
Course Availability
Total Credits = 61-62
Required Courses - General Education Courses | Credits | Pre or Co Reqs Required | Course Available Fall? | Course Available Spring? | Course Available Summer? |
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BUS 1021 - Basic Workplace Skills | 1 | No | No | Yes | No |
ENG 1021 - English Composition I: GT-CO1 OR ENG 1020 - Technical Writing: GT-CO1 OR ENG 1022 - English Composition II: GT-CO3 |
3 | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
MAT 1150 - Technical Mathematics or Higher* | 4 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
PHI 1013 - Logic: GT-AH3* | 3 | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
PHY 1105 - Conceptual Physics OR PHY 1112 - Physics: Algebra-Based II OR PHY 2112 - Physics: Calculus-Based II: GT-SC1 |
4-5 | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
Required Courses - Major Courses | Credits | Pre or Co Reqs Required | Course Available Fall? | Course Available Spring? | Course Available Summer? |
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CAD 2455 - SolidWorks/Mechanical | 3 | No | Yes | No | No |
EIC 1001 - Electrical Print Reading | 4 | No | Yes | No | No |
ELT 1206 - Fundamentals of DC/AC | 4 | No | Yes | No | No |
ELT 2348 - Automation Control Circuits | 3 | No | Yes | No | No |
ELT 2252 - Motors and Controls | 3 | Yes | No | Yes | No |
ELT 2254 - Industrial Wiring | 3 | Yes | No | Yes | No |
ELT 2455 - Fluid Power | 3 | No | No | Yes | No |
ELT 2358 - Programmable Logic Controllers | 3 | Yes | Yes | No | No |
ELT 2359 - Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers | 3 | Yes | No | Yes | No |
ELT 2367 - Introduction to Robotics | 1 | Yes | Yes | No | No |
ELT 2368 - Robotics Technologies | 3 | Yes | No | Yes | No |
ELT 2080 - Internship | 3 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
IMA 1500 - Industrial Rotating Equipment | 3 | Yes | Yes | No | No |
OSH 1300 - 10 Hour OSHA Voluntary Compliance+ | 1 | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Required Courses - Additional Required Courses | Credits | Co or Pre Reqs Required | Course Available Fall? | Course Available Spring? | Course Available Summer? |
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Restricted Elective (See Notes for specific requirements) | 3 | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Restricted Elective (See Notes for specific requirements) | 3 | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Program Outcomes
- Install and operate instrumentation and process control devices across the spectrum of industries.
- Use quality and safety standards necessary for the operating , maintaining and repairing of automated equipment.
- Program, configure, troubleshoot and repair automated industrial equipment for machining, assembly, chemical processing and logistics distribution.
- Diagose root problems to maintain the production flow.
- Communicate effectively and appropriate with team members.
Recommended Course Sequence (Full-Time)
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Notes
- *This course requires college level readiness as measured by Accuplacer, ACT, or SAT scores; approved high school course work that is less than five years old; or successful completion of the appropriate college-readiness course.
- †OSH 1300 is only available online.
- AAA 1001 – College 101: Student Experience is required for all new college students seeking degrees or transfer.
- Course availability is subject to change.
- Refer to 2022/2023 catalog for specific requirements and important information about this degree.
- Restricted Electives: Choose two courses from MTE 1220 - Lean Manufacturing, PRO 2800 - Quality in Process Technology, CAD 2690 - 3D Printing.
- To meet program requirements, students registered for ENG 1021 or ENG 1020 must also register for ENG 0094 unless they can demonstrate otherwise meeting the ENG 0094 standard through assessment testing, prior college coursework, or recent High School coursework. See an Advisor for details.