Mechatronics Diploma

MECHATRONICS DIPLOMA
Program Course Requirements

Fall Semester
MATH 1500  Applied Mathematics (3 cr)
MTTS 1264  Intro to Machining Process (2 cr)
RAST 1101  Industrial Electronics I (3 cr)
RAST 1104  Introduction to Automation (2 cr)
RAST 1109  Computers in Industry (2 cr)
RAST 1110  Intro to Manufacturing (2 cr)
RAST 1111  Industrial Electronics Lab I (2 cr)
Total – 16 Credits

Spring Semester 
RAST 1102*  Industrial Electronics II (3 cr)
RAST 1103*  Motors and Drives (3 cr)
RAST 1109 Computers in Industry (2 cr)
RAST 1113*  Motors & Drives Lab (3 cr)
RAST 1206*  Programmable Logic Controllers I (3 cr)
RAST 1212*  Industrial Electronics Lab II (2 cr)
RAST 2105*  Transducers (2 cr)
RAST 2165*  Fluid Power (2 cr)
Total – 20 Credits

Summer Session
RAST 2106*  Industrial Electronics III (2 cr)
RAST 2116*  Industrial Electronics Lab III (2 cr)
Total – 4 Credits

GRADUATION REQUIREMENT – 40 CREDITS
*Denotes Prerequisites

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Career Description: Mechatronics combines the knowledge of mechanical technology with knowledge of electrical and electronic circuits. Electro-mechanical technicians install, troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade electronic and computer-controlled mechanical systems, such as robotic assembly machines. Technicians in this field must have skills in electricity, electronics, instrumentation, programmable logical controllers, microprocessors, automation and robotics.

Program Information: In the Mechatronics Diploma program students prepare for entry-level technician positions in the areas of robotics, industrial manufacturing, instrumentation, electronics, and process control automation. Coursework covers industrial electronics, electrical motor control, AC/DC electronics, process control, computer-aided design, programmable controllers, computers, manufacturing, transducers, and fluid power. Instruction takes place in a well-equipped lab for a hands-on, practical experience.

Program Outcomes:
Graduates will be able to:

• Identify and apply appropriate safety procedures;
• Apply knowledge and skills in electrical systems;
• Apply knowledge and skills in mechanical systems;
• Apply knowledge and skills in creating program code;
• Test and debug complex automated equipment to machine specifications;
• Troubleshoot complex electrical circuits and machine control programs.

Special Program Requirements:

Students must meet the following conditions in order to graduate:

1. College Cumulative GPA Requirement: cumulative grade point average (GPA) of credits attempted at CLC must be at least 2.0.
2. College Technical Core GPA Requirement: cumulative GPA of credits attempted towards the technical core of the diploma or degree must be at least 2.0.
3. Residency Requirement: students must complete one-third (13) of their credits at Central Lakes College.

Career Opportunities: Employment of electro-mechanical technicians is expected to grow by 14% by 2020. Many of these technicians are employed in manufacturing industries. Mechatronics training has two advantages for electro-mechanical technicians. First, it is multidisciplinary, which gives technicians versatile training that is applicable across a broad range of fields. Second, it allows a technician to contribute to a product in its entirety, from concept to design.

Career Titles: Examples of career titles in this field include electro-mechanical technician, industrial automation technician, electronics technician, maintenance technician, field service technician, instrumentation and engineering technician and mechatronics engineer.

Advisory Board: Robotics Automated Systems Technology Advisory Board