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Official Title of Major: Mechatronics Engineering Technology, A.A.S.

Award: Associate of Applied Science degree, A.A.S.

Code: AAS.EGR.MECHATRONICS

Total Credit Hours: A minimum of 62

About the Engineering Department - see www.aacc.edu

Purpose: Mechatronics is the combination of electrical, mechanical, and software technologies used in today’s industry.  Students who complete the Mechatronics program will acquire a skill-set highly sought by many such as: manufacturing, packaging, automated distribution warehouses, and biomedical equipment companies, to name a few.  If a process or product has a “line” or “moving parts”, chances are there is a need for a mechatronics technician to keep it operating at peak performance. Ideal candidates for the program are those who like to work with their hands, troubleshoot and prefer moving about as opposed to sitting at a desk.

Faculty Contact (https://webapps.aacc.edu/directory/default.cfm): Beth Baran

Courses to improve skills and prepare for college-level classes may be needed. It is best to see an advisor as you plan your education.

Course/Advising Notes: ________________________________________________________________________

Term 1

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
EET 130 - Introduction to Electronic Circuits	4 credit hours
MEC 110 - Mechanical Systems	4 credit hours
ENT 260 - Solid Modeling with SolidWorks	3 credit hours
MAT 145 - Precalculus 1  OR MAT 151 - Accelerated Precalculus  OR MAT 191 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry 1	3 credit hours

Term 2

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
MEC 120 - Pneumatics and Hydraulics	4 credit hours
ENG 101 - Academic Writing and Research 1  OR ENG 101A - Academic Writing and Research 1	3 credit hours
PHY 111 - Fundamentals of Physics 1  OR PHY 211 - General Physics 1	4 credit hours
CTA 100 - Computing and Information Technology  OR CTP 103 - Theories and Applications of Digital Technology  OR CTS 107 - Cyber Essentials  OR EGR 120 - Introduction to Engineering Design	3 credit hours
COM 110 - Introduction to Interpersonal Communication  OR COM 111 - Fundamentals of Oral Communication  OR COM 116 - Fundamentals of Oral Communication for Non-Native Speakers  OR COM 141 - Group Communication and Leadership	3 credit hours

Term 3

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
MEC 130 - Programmable Logic Controllers	4 credit hours
MEC 140 - Introduction to Robotics	4 credit hours
ENG 102 - Academic Writing and Research 2	3 credit hours
Technical elective Choose from the following list: EET 118 - Electronic Hardware and Assembly Techniques   EET 150 - Semiconductors and Linear Circuits   EET 231 - Digital-Electronic Circuits   EET 250 - Microprocessors and Microcontrollers   EET 255 - Metrology and Calibration   ENT 241 - Computer-Aided Drafting   ENT 242 - Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting and Design   ENT 261 - Rapid Prototyping Techniques   MAT 145 - Precalculus 1   MAT 146 - Precalculus 2   MAT 151 - Accelerated Precalculus   MAT 191 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry 1   MEC 232 - AC Motor Controls   PHY 112 - Fundamentals of Physics 2   PHY 212 - General Physics 2	2-4 credit hours
Wellness Requirement   Students are required to complete one course that meets the diversity requirement. This can be accomplished as this general education requirement (GER) is being met.	3 credit hours
MEC 230 - Electric Motor Fundamentals	2 credit hours

Term 4

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
Technical elective Choose from Technical elective list in Term 3	2-4 credit hours
MEC 266 - Mechatronic Systems Capstone	4 credit hours
STM 213 - Professional Skills for STEM	1 credit hour
Technical elective Choose from Technical elective list in Term 3	2-4 credit hours
Social & Behavioral Science GER	3 credit hours