General Technology - Mechatronics

Associate in Applied Science in General Technology

Mechatronics Career Path

67 Credit Hours

The General Technology major allows students to select course work necessary to become multiskilled technicians. In addition to completing the college’s core curriculum, students also complete course work in at least two technical areas. The following is an example of a career path available. The secondary paths may be substituted for courses in other programs’ primary path. Interested students should talk with their advisors.

Graduates of this career path are employed as automated controls technicians, electrical and instrumentation technicians, or robotics and automation technicians at manufacturing plants, chemical plants, food and beverage plants, water systems, and energy generation facilities. Job duties include installing, maintaining and repairing various types of electro-mechanical automation equipment.

Students can earn only one General Technology degree in a single career path.

General Education Core Requirements

REQ COM

Select from Communication

REQ GEN

Select from General Education

REQ HUM

Select from Humanities

REQ MAT

Select from Mathematics/Natural Sciences

REQ SSC

Select from Behavioral/Social Sciences

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Primary Technical Specialty

EEM 113	DC Circuits I	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is an introduction to the study of atomic theory related to electronics and circuit theory. It covers electrical parameters and units, Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s voltage and current laws, power and energy. It also includes complex circuits and DC instruments. Students will construct and test circuits.Learn More Prerequisites RWR 100 and MAT 032 or appropriate test scores

EEM 114	DC Circuits II	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is a continuation of the study of atomic theory related to more complex electronics and circuit theory. It includes advanced electrical parameters and units, Ohm’s Law applications, additional Kirchhoff’s voltage and current laws, along with new power and energy applications. Topics also include complex circuits and DC instruments. Students will construct and test circuits.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 113

EEM 119	AC Circuits I	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is an introduction to the study of the characteristics of alternating current and voltage in resistors, capacitors and inductors. It includes study of series, parallel and complex circuits. Students will construct and test circuits.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 114

EEM 120	AC Circuits II	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is a continuation of the study of the characteristics of alternating current and voltage in resistors, capacitors and inductors in more complex applications. New series, parallel and complex circuits are covered with emphasis on hands-on construction. Students will construct and test circuits.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 119

EEM 129	Solid State Devices I	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is an introduction to the study of semiconductor theory and common solid state devices. Students will construct and test circuits.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 114

EEM 130	Solid State Devices II	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is a continuation of the study of semiconductor theory and common solid state devices with new and more complex applications. Students will construct and test circuits.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 129

EEM 218	AC DC Machines with Electrical Codes I	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is an introduction to the study of AC and DC machines to include operational theory, applications and construction. Relevant sections of the National Electrical Code will also be covered.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 120 or EET 113

EEM 219	AC DC Machines with Electrical Codes II	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is a continuation of the study of AC and DC machines to include complex and in-depth construction and application of operational theory. Relevant sections of the National Electrical Code will also be covered.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 218

EEM 221	DC AC Drives	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers the principles of operation and application of DC drives and AC drives.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 114

EEM 251	Programmable Controllers	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course introduces programmable control systems with emphasis on basic programming techniques. A variety of input/output devices and their applications are covered.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 114 and EEM 107 or EET 113 and EGR 110

EEM 252	Programmable Controllers Applications	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers the application of programmable controller theories and operation procedures. Topics such as interfacing, data manipulation and report generation are covered. Programmable controller projects are constructed, operated and tested.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 251

EIT 110	Principles of Instrumentation	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course is a study of various types of instruments and gauges used by industrial facilities. Basic principles of pneumatic, electronic and mechanically operated devices are covered.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 252

EIT 244	Computers and PLCs in Instrumentation	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers interfacing pneumatic and electronic process control instrumentation with computers and programmable logic controllers by using various transducers. Programming and installation are stressed.Learn More Prerequisites EIT 110

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Secondary Technical Specialty

EEM 151	Motor Controls I	4
Lec: 2 Lab: 6 Credit:4 This course is an introduction to motor controls, including a study of the various control devices and wiring used in industrial processes.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 219

EEM 167	Commercial-Industrial Wiring I	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is an introduction to the study of wiring methods and practices in commercial and industrial applications.Learn More

EEM 168	Commercial-Industrial Wiring II	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is a continuation of the study of advanced wiring methods and more complex practices in commercial and industrial applications.Learn More Prerequisites EEM 167

IMT 132	Hydraulics	2
Lec: 1 Lab: 3 Credit:2 This course is a study of basic hydraulic terminology and principles of hydraulics and pneumatics.Learn More

IMT 133	Pneumatics	2
Lec: 1 Lab: 3 Credit:2 This course is a study of basic pneumatic terminology and principles for industrial applications.Learn More Prerequisites IMT 132

IMT 163	Problem Solving for Mechanical Applications	3
Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Credit:3 This course covers troubleshooting techniques such as critical thinking in mechanical situations, practical problem-solving techniques, root-cause analysis, and mechanical procedures with heavy emphasis on computational and analytical problemsolving skills.Learn More Prerequisites IMT 132 and IMT 133

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Additional Requirements

EEM 107	Industrial Computer Techniques	2
Lec: 2 Lab: 0 Credit:2 This course is an introduction to microcomputers. Topics include definitions of computer types, hardware and software structure, movement of data, and applications of microcomputers. Emphasis will be placed on industry-standard software for the electrical and automated technologies industry.Learn More

EEM 108	Basic Industrial Skills I	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course provides foundational knowledge for the development of craft skills and an understanding of basic safety, rigging and communication in the industrial work environment. An introduction to hand tools, power tools, blueprints and craft skills math is included. (Note: Course is aligned with NCCER Core Curriculum.) Learn More Prerequisites RWR 032 and MAT 031 or appropriate test scores

EEM 110	Basic Industrial Skills II	2
Lec: 1.5 Lab: 1.5 Credit:2 This course is a continuation of craft skills development, introducing more complex issues in safety, rigging and communication in the industrial work environment. Students further develop hands-on skills with hand tools, power tools, blueprints and craft skills math.Learn More Prerequisites MAT 031 or appropriate test scores

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Admission Requirements

Admission into this program requires proof of high school graduation (or GED) and qualifying placement levels.