Mechatronics: Technology in Mechatronics

Mechatronics is the applied engineering study of industrial systems. These systems can range from simple baking ovens to elaborate machinery for high-volume production of components. Every system contains mechanical, electrical, or fluid-powered building blocks. Mechatronics students learn the fundamentals of these individual components through fundamental math, measurement techniques, computer aided design (CAD), and problem-solving skills. These individual components are then integrated using programming, networking and coding to create working automation systems. A mechatronics education spans multiple disciplines so a mechatronics engineering technician can design, build and analyze an entire standalone automation system.  

The Mechatronics: Technology in Mechatronics Career Studies Certificate is for students who are naturally problem solvers, machine fixers, or tinkerers but have never had any formal training in technology. Modern manufacturing and technology jobs in operations, design, test and analysis are now so sophisticated, that education is required at many levels to be successful in this marketplace. This certificate is a launching pad for meaningful technology employment.

Related Programs

• Mechatronics Systems Engineering Technology (Associate of Applied Science)
• MSET: Design Engineering Specialization (Associate of Applied Science)
• MSET: Electrical Engineering Specialization (Associate of Applied Science)
• Mechatronics: Advanced Technology in Mechatronics (Career Studies Certificate)

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