Mechatronics Technology

A.A.S / Certificate

Program Information

Career Community: Advanced Technologies
Degree Type: A.A.S. / Certificate
Program Location: Main Campus

What is Mechatronics Technology A.A.S.?

EXPECTED HOURS FOR A.A.S. DEGREE: 60

Mechatronics Technology is a blend of mechanical, electrical and computerized technologies that together form a complex system used by many manufacturing, packaging, and other modern operations. Students will develop skills to work as a technician in an integrated, multidisciplinary industrial environment and will acquire the knowledge and hands-on training in electronics, mechanics, and computers to work in a variety of industrial and manufacturing related businesses.

Skills emphasized in the program include troubleshooting techniques, system preventative maintenance and safety with respect to electrical components, mechanical components and electric motors, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and PLCs used in mechatronics systems. Students successfully completing this program can manage, investigate, repair and troubleshoot mechatronic systems, with the aim of operational efficiency and cost and process control.

What is Mechatronics Level 1 Certificate?

EXPECTED HOURS FOR CERTIFICATE: 21

Mechatronics Level 1 Certificate is designed for students interested in employment as a technician in an integrated multidisciplinary industrial environment. Instruction in mechatronics provides students with the knowledge and hands-on training in electronics, mechanics, and computers to work in a variety of industrial and manufacturing related business. The certificate prepares the student for employment opportunities, as well as, the opportunity to upgrade and improve existing skills. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be afforded the opportunity to complete the LEVEL 1 Certification Examination (additional testing fee) to become a certified Siemens Mechanics System Assistant.

Program Outcomes

The graduate will have demonstrated a thorough understanding of the electrical components, electric motors, and mechanical components in a mechatronics system.
The graduate will demonstrate a thorough understanding of basic pneumatic, electro pneumatic and hydraulic control circuits in a mechatronics system.
The graduate will demonstrate a thorough understanding of basic digital logic and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) in a mechatronic system.

The graduate will have demonstrated the ability to install, implement and modify software tools used in mechatronics systems.
The graduate will have demonstrated the ability to use troubleshooting techniques, correct malfunctions, perform systematic preventive maintenance and apply safety rules with respect to electrical components, mechanical components, electric motors, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and PLCs used in a mechatronics system.

Fact Book

What Are My Options to Pay for This Degree?

Apply for financial aid at www.FAFSA.gov. A student is encouraged to apply early for financial aid and must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the FAFSA Renewal Application as soon as possible after October 1 to ensure that the Financial Aid Office receives the Institutional Student Information Record and other documents prior to the priority deadline. July 1st is the priority deadline for applying for the fall semester and December 1st for the spring semester. For additional resources, check out the current scholarships offered through the Cleveland State Community College Foundation.

TN Promise Scholarship

TN Promise is both a scholarship and mentoring program.