Mechatronics comes from mixing the words "mechanical" and "electronics". As a Mechatronics student, you will find many ways separate systems work together to make "smart" devices. Take classes related to the Internet of Things, machines, electronics, electrical motor controls, sensors, and programmable logic controls.
The skills taught include electrical, mechanical and computer technologies. Mechatronics technicians assist design, development and engineering staff to install, maintain, modify and repair mechatronic systems, equipment and component parts. The program combines academic training with hands-on activities.
The Mechatronics program responds to a new and emerging career that trains technicians with “multi-craft” skills to work on robotic and “intelligent” equipment ranging from ATM machines to multi-million-dollar manufacturing cells. The skills taught include electrical, mechanical, and computer technologies. Mechatronics technicians will assist the design, development and engineering staff, and install, maintain, modify and repair mechatronic systems, equipment and component parts. The program combines academic training with hands-on activities.
Academic Requirements for Associate of Applied Science in MechatronicsThe Mechatronics Technician program responds to a new and emerging career that trains technicians with “multi-craft” skills to work on robotic and “intelligent” equipment ranging from ATM machines to multi-million-dollar manufacturing cells. The skills taught include electrical, mechanical, and computer technologies. Mechatronics technicians will assist the design, development and engineering staff, and install, maintain, modify and repair mechatronic systems, equipment and component parts. The program combines academic training with hands-on activities.
Academic Requirements for Technical Certificate in Automation and Instrumentation, MechatronicsThe coursework in this certificate is aligned with the Associate Level certification named the Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CeTa), given by the Electronics Technicians Association. This represents the electronics industry, which incorporates from the technician and educator to the corporate institution. Widely known for electronics certification programs and accredited by the International Certification Accreditation Council (ICAC), Program content has been structured to give a basic education to all graduates entering this field.
Academic Requirements for Technical Certificate in Electronics Technician, MechatronicsCareer Opportunities
- Automation
- Field Service Technician
- Utilities Management
- Assembly/Factory Service Technician
- Manufacturing Controls Technician
The future of machining
The Mobile Learning Lab features mechatronics training and high-tech learning equipment. This state-of-the-art facility on wheels provides the ability to deliver programing and training to communities across western Colorado and beyond.