Mechatronics

Any manufacturing industry needs technicians to design, repair, and install this equipment in today’s advanced manufacturing environment. Mechanical Technology marries seamlessly with Power Generation and Distribution to create a professional tradesperson known as an Electro-Mechanical Technician. This skilled professional designs, installs, troubleshoots, and repairs today’s modern automated manufacturing equipment. Electro-mechanical technicians are generalists in technology, and their broad skill set will help sustain the high-demand for their services.

What will I learn?

In Mechatronics, you will learn about Industrial Motor Controls, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC Control), Pneumatics, Hydraulics, and Industrial AC and DC Motors, Power Generation and Distribution, Transformers, AC and DC Variable Speed Drives, Mechanical Drive Systems, Robotics, Electronics.

What Qualities Should I Have?

You should have a strong interest in electronics and above average abilities in math and science. Much of the material taught is very theoretical and you should, therefore, have the ability to work with invisible quantities. Good manual dexterity is also required.
 

Instructor: Eric Valinsky (ext. 3339)
CIP 15.0403