Mechatronics Certificate

Program Description

Mechatronics is a multidisciplinary field that refers to the skill sets needed in the contemporary, advanced automated manufacturing industry. At the intersection of mechanics, electronics, and computing, mechatronics specialists create simpler, smarter systems. Mechatronics is an essential foundation for the expected growth in automation and manufacturing. Mechatronics deals with robotics, control systems, and electro-mechanical systems.

Program Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate basic industrial assembly procedures
  2. Explain worker rights under OSHA, with emphasis on employment in manufacturing
  3. Describe what electrical components/systems comprise a mechatronic system or module
  4. Explain the role of various mechanical components within a given system or module
  5. Explain the difference between relay logic and PLC ladder logic

Career Considerations

Mechatronics engineering technologists use a combination of mechanical, electrical, computer and software skills to work with smart technologies, such as robots, automated guided systems and computer-integrated manufacturing equipment.

Program Course Requirements

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
First TermCredits
MEC 101 Introduction to Mechatronics 3
MEC 121 Mechanical Components 5
MEC 123 Automation Programming I 5
COM 218Z
or PSY 101
 Interpersonal Communication
or Psychology of Human Relations
 3-4
DRF 112 Drafting and Design I 3
 Credits19-20
Second Term
MTH 102 Math for the Trades (MTH 052 or higher accepted) 4
WLD 140 Blueprint Reading 3
MEC 151 Electricity in Mechatronics 5
MEC 222 Hydraulics and Pneumatics 5
 Credits17
Third Term
MEC 118 Preventive Maintenance 3
ENGR 245 Engineering Graphics 1 3
MEC 225 Automation Programming II 5
WR 117 Writing for Trades (WR 115 accepted) 4
 Credits15
 Total Minimum Credits51-52
1

Choice of technical elective, see advisor for course list 

Advising Notes

  • See advisor for full list of course options