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Mechatronics - Industrial Maintenance - Certificate
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Admission Type:
General College Admission
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The Mechatronics Technology certificate program will provide students with the fundamental skills and understanding in electronics, mechanical and fluid power and automated controls commonly found within the manufacturing industry. Furthermore, graduates of the program will be able to perform a systemic analysis and troubleshoot equipment and machinery utilized in the industry.
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Student Resources
For more information, contact:
Bob Ragno - (843) 520-1430
Wade Barrineau - 843-520-1438
Career Outlook & Employment Opportunities
Career Outlook
Entry-level salaries range is around $30,000 annually. Graduates can work in small job shops, large manufacturers, public institutions, and governmental agencies as manufacturing team leader, Start-up Technician, Control Technician, Quality Control Technician, and Service Technician.
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Required Courses and Sample Schedules
Certificate Requirements: Mechatronics |
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| Component | Course Title | Semester Credit Hours |
| EEM 117 | AC/DC Circuits I | 4 |
| EEM 118 | AC/DC Circuits II | 4 |
| EEM 140 | National Electrical Code | 3 |
| EEM 151 | Motor Controls | 4 |
| EEM 170 | Electrical Installation | 3 |
| EEM 221 | DC/AC Drives | 3 |
| EEM 251 | Programmable Controllers | 3 |
| IET 223 | Industrial Safety | 3 |
| IMT 131 | Hydraulics & Pneumatics | 4 |
| IMT 161 | Mechanical Power Applications | 4 |
| CREDITS | 35 | |
| TOTAL CREDIT HOURS | 35 | |
Sample Schedule: Mechatronics |
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| First Semester - Fall | Course Title | Semester Credit Hours |
| EEM 117 | AC/DC Circuits I | 4 |
| EEM 140 | National Electrical Code | 3 |
| IMT 131 | Hydraulics & Pneumatics | 4 |
| IET 223 | Industrial Safety | 3 |
| CREDITS | 14 | |
| Second Semester - Spring | ||
| EEM 118 | AC/DC Circuits II | 4 |
| EEM 170 | Electrical Installation | 3 |
| IMT 161 | Mechanical Power Applications | 4 |
| CREDITS | 11 | |
| Third Semester - Summer | ||
| EEM 151 | Motor Controls | 4 |
| EEM 221 | DC/AC Drives | 3 |
| EEM 251 | Programmable Controllers | 3 |
| CREDITS | 10 | |
| TOTAL CREDIT HOURS | 35 | |