Mechatronics Technology

Certificate Program
Career Pathway: Engineering, Manufacturing and Industrial Technology Career Cluster: Manufacturing, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Gainful Employment Information (http://swmich.edu/academics/employment)

Program Advisor: Mike McGowan (269) 687-4812 mmcgowan01@swmich.edu

Mechatronics/Electronic service technicians install, maintain and repair industrial control and electronic equipment used in offices, factories, homes, hospitals, aircraft and other industries. Career opportunities include entry level:
Calibration and Instrumentation Technician Electronics Engineering Technician Electrician Field Service Technician Maintenance Technician

Course Sequence
Many of the courses in this curriculum must be taken in a prescribed sequence. The listing that follows is a suggested sequence of courses for full-time students. Students seeking to start this curriculum in the spring semester should consult the program advisor for the best selection of courses.

The emphasis is on preparing the student for entry level employment in facilities utilizing industrial equipment, electrical controls, pneumatic/hydraulic systems, and medical diagnostic equipment. Salary ranges vary depending upon the type of position obtained, field of choice and geographic region. For detailed information concerning occupational outlook and wage information, visit the O*NET Online website at: http://online.onetcenter.org

Associate Degree Option This certificate is the first year of either the Mechatronics Technology AAS degree or the Industrial Technology AAS degree. Students may add additional credits in technical and general education courses without losing any earned credits. See your program advisor for specific details.

Course Semester I
ELEC 118 ELEC 119 ELEC 140 MATH 101 INTE 149 ISYS 100

Credits
Fundamentals of Electricity I Fundamentals of Electricity II Motors and Motor Control Circuits Introductory Algebra Workplace Citizenship (Summer semester option) Introduction to Microcomputer Applications (or competency) 4 4 3 4 4 (2)

Prerequisites
Students will need to demonstrate proficiency in mathematics, reading and basic computer literacy based on SMC assessment tests, ACT or SAT scores, or by taking the recommended courses. Some of the courses in this curriculum have specific prerequisites that may not be listed as part of the certificate requirements. These are described in the course descriptions. ACE Testing, which grants students credit for demonstration of skills mastery, is also available at the Testing Center for a number of courses.

Semester II ELEC 131 Digital Electronics ELEC 218 Process Control Instrumentation I ELEC 233 Programmable Logic Controllers INTE 227 Industrial Robotics INTE 159 Hydraulics & Pneumatics WELD 159 Basic Welding

3 3 2 2 3 2

Total Program Credits

34

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Mechatronics Technology
Program Information Program Length
(Semesters)

Program Costs Tuition/Fees In District $6,624.00

Major Code 1043

Major Title Mechatronics Technology

Credential Certificate

Room/Board $7,715.00

Books/Supplies $1,520.00

Other

Graduation Rates
(10/11 Graduates)

Median Loan Debt

(10/11 Graduates)

Total Graduates New Program

Graduation Rate N/A

Total Graduates New Program

Title IV Debt
(Borrowed)

Private Loan Debt

(Borrowed)

Institutional Finance Plans

(Owed)

Not Offered

Career Information (O*Net) SOC Code 17-3024 SOC Title/O*Net Summary Report Link Electro-Mechanical Technicians

(269) 782-1000 (800) 456-8675

Southwestern Michigan College www.swmich.edu

CER1-1043 2013-2014 Catalog Effective 09/01/13