Mechatronics Certificate

Program Overview

The Mechatronics certificate program provides students with knowledge and skills in industrial energy and control, robotics, and manufacturing. The program is designed to prepare students for careers as industrial machinery mechanics, electrical and electronics repairers, robotics technicians, and more. The program is taught using a hands-on approach to learning, and students will be assessed through a variety of methods, including exams, quizzes, projects, and presentations.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The Mechatronics certificate is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills in the field of Mechatronics.
The certificate can be completed in 45 credits and is offered in fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters.
• Objectives: Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
• Identify and apply technical concepts and terms used in industrial energy and control.
• Troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics, or pneumatics.
• Repair, maintain and install industrial production or processing machinery or equipment- both electrical and mechanical.
• Locate, evaluate, and apply relevant information from various sources to address workplace problems.

Outline:

• Content: The Mechatronics certificate program covers a wide range of topics, including:
• Industrial Maintenance
• Robotics
• Manufacturing
• Preventative Maintenance
• 10-Hour OSHA
• Mechanical Maintenance
• Motive Maintenance
• Manufacturing Internship
• Robot Certification
• Structure: The program is divided into four quarters, with each quarter consisting of 12 credits.
Students are required to complete a total of 45 credits to earn the certificate.
• Course Schedule: The course schedule for the Mechatronics certificate program is as follows:
• Quarter 1:
MFGT 105 Basic Manufacturing, MFGT 244 Preventative Maintenance, MFGT 245 10-Hour OSHA
• Quarter 2:
MFGT 246 Mechanical Maintenance, MFGT 247 Motive Maintenance, MFGT 196 Manufacturing Internship (6-9)
• Quarter 3:
MFGT 280 Robot Certification
• Quarter 4:
MFGT 105 Basic Manufacturing (if not completed in Quarter 1)

Assessment:

• Methods: Students will be assessed through a variety of methods, including:
• Exams
• Quizzes
• Projects
• Presentations
• Criteria: Students will be assessed on their knowledge and understanding of the course material, as well as their ability to apply that knowledge to real-world situations.

Teaching:

• Methods: The Mechatronics certificate program is taught using a variety of methods, including:
• Lectures
• Discussions
• Hands-on activities
• Simulations
• Faculty: The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty who are experts in their field.
• Unique Approaches: The program uses a hands-on approach to learning, which allows students to apply their knowledge to real-world situations.

Careers:

• Potential Careers: Graduates of the Mechatronics certificate program may pursue careers as:
• Industrial Machinery Mechanic
• Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
• Robotics Technician
• Electro-Mechanical Technicians
• Millwright
• Potential Employers: Graduates of the Mechatronics certificate program may find employment in a variety of industries, including:
• Aerospace
• Plastics
• Molding
• General manufacturing