Overview
About the Program
Two-year full-time degree schedule; mixture of core technical courses along with basic mathematics, science, and communications classes; program can be completed on a part-time basis.
Robotics and Automation graduates will combine knowledge of mechanical engineering technology with knowledge of electrical and electronic circuits to design, develop, test, and manufacture electronic and computer-controlled mechanical systems. Their work often overlaps that of both electrical and electronics engineering technicians and mechanical engineering technicians.
Learning Outcomes
- Read, interpret and modify engineering drawings, diagrams and schematics used in manufacturing and production environments
- Design, interpret, analyze and troubleshoot analog circuits for both DC and AC applications
- Interpret and analyze and troubleshoot digital electronics
- Demonstrate the ability to effectively use appropriate tools and instruments to analyze and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems and equipment
- Integrate, program, operate and troubleshoot industrial robots used in manufacturing and production environments
- Interface, program, maintain and troubleshoot automation systems based on programmable logic controllers
- Design, analyze and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical diagrams for the installation and repair of control systems including valves, motors and sensors
- Demonstrate adherence to safety when working with energized or physical hazards in a manufacturing and production environments
Internship
Internship is a learning experience that integrates academic skills with workplace experience. Students in Engineering Technologies can earn college credit, make valuable professional contacts, and link their classroom studies to real-world workplace challenges. See the department dean or academic advisor for details.
Occupational Certification Opportunities
ATS candidates will have the opportunity to take an additional course (EET 1300, Robotic Handling, Tool Operations and Programing) to obtain a certification from Fanuc, a leading robotics company.
Application Requirements
- MTC Application for Admission and nonrefundable applicable fee.
- Final high school transcript (or GED results) and college transcripts (if applicable).
- Successful completion of the Basic Skills Assessment (ACCUPLACER) and Technology Skills Test (TST) is required. Any college foundation courses recommended by placement results are also required.
- ACCUPLACER math score of 41 or above required to take the first mathematics course in the engineering program
Career Opportunities
- Electro-Mechanical Technician
- Electrical and Electronic Repairs
- Electro-Mechanical Equipment Assembler
- Mechanical Drafter
- Maintenance and Repair
Curriculum
The following is a typical course sequence for completing this program. The actual time needed to complete the program will vary according to each student’s individual needs.
First Semester
Second Semester
Third Semester
Fourth Semester
Total Credit Hours: 65