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Planner for Mechatronics Engineering Technology (A.A.S.)


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

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     
Mathematics GER
MAT 137 - College Algebra  OR
MAT 145 - Precalculus 1  OR
MAT 151 - Accelerated Precalculus  OR
MAT 191 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry 1  
3-4 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    
Biological and Physical Sciences GER
PHY 111 - Fundamentals of Physics 1  OR
PHY 211 - General Physics 1  
4 credit hours    
Technology Requirement
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  OR
UAS 111 - Introduction to Drone Technology  
3 credit hours    
Arts and Humanities GER
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 
PHY 112 - Fundamentals of Physics 2  
PHY 212 - General Physics 2  
UAS 100 - Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Remote Pilot Ground School  

Note: Students using MAT 137 or MAT 145 to satisfy the Mathematics General Education Requirement must complete a total of 7 credits of Technical Elective credits from the list above. Students using MAT 151 or MAT 191 are required to complete a total of 6 credits.
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   3 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  
3 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    

 

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