Mechatronics Technician Certificate and Degree Program

This resource contains the description and course outlines for the Mechatronics Technician Certificate and Degree Program, including options and requirements, offered at Clover Park Technical College, Lakewood, Washington. The certificate option prepares students to install, repair, diagnose and perform routine maintenance on mechatronic equipment used in industry today. Degree options offer additional courses to build expertise in electrical systems (analog and digital), programmable logic controllers, mechanical systems, sensors and actuators, pneumatics and hydraulics, and robotics. The objective of the program is to provide graduates with a base of knowledge and practical skills to serve as well-rounded technicians and to be well-prepared for continued technical education in this dynamic field.
Date:
2015
Primary Material Type:
Syllabus
Institution:
Clover Park Technical College
Funding Source:
TAACCCT Round 4
Subjects:
advanced manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, aerospace, mechatronics

Industry / Occupation

Industry Partner:
Center for Advanced Manufacturing Puget Sound (CAMPS) and its member firms have contributed input on the competencies targeted with the Fundamental Skills for Manufacturing and Engineering (FSME) and Mechatronics Technician programs.
Industry Sector:
Manufacturing -- Miscellaneous Manufacturing (339)
Occupation:
Architecture and Engineering Occupations -- Mechanical Engineering Technicians (17-3027)

Education / Instructional Information

Instructional Program:
Engineering Technologies/Technicians (15)
Credit Type:
  • Credit
Credential Type:
  • Certificate
  • Stacked/Latticed Credential Model
  • Associate Degree
Educational Level of Materials:
  • 1st year Community College or equivalent
  • 2nd Year Community College or equivalent
Time Required:
1000 hours
Language:
English (United States)
Interactivity Type:
Active - requires user to respond to prompts, questions, etc.
Quality Note:
The program's Industry Advisory Committee contributed to the development of the competencies targeted with the certificate and degree program and provides ongoing review of the curriculum and program outcomes.
Quality of Subject Matter was assured by:
  • Consultations during development of instructional materials
  • Participation as an ongoing member of team developing the instructional materials
Quality of Online/Hybrid Course Design assured by:
  • Expertise of Project's Instructional Designers
Course Note:
Mechatronics Technician

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Copyright / Licensing

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