Mechatronics Engineering Technology, BS

Location(s): California Campus

This program prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development, operation, and evaluation of computer controlled electro-mechanical systems and products with embedded electronics, sensors, and actuators. The program focuses on industrial robots and automated systems. Includes instruction in mechanical engineering, electronic and electrical engineering, computer and software engineering, and control engineering.

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Student Learning Outcomes

Select and apply knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools appropriate to mechatronics engineering technology.
Apply concepts of circuit analysis, analog and digital electronics, automation and controls, motors, electric drives, power systems, instrumentation, and computers to aid in the design, characterization, analysis, and troubleshooting of mechatronics systems.
Use advanced principles of statics, dynamics, fluid mechanics, strength of materials, engineering materials, engineering standards, and manufacturing processes to aid in the design, characterization, analysis, and troubleshooting of mechatronic systems.
Use differential and integral calculus in the characterization and analysis of mechatronics systems.
Conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments, and analyze and interpret the results to improve processes.
Use appropriate computer languages and application software that pertain to mechatronics engineering technology systems.
Function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams.
Apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly-defined technical and non-technical environments; and demonstrate an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
Understand the need for and demonstrate an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development.
Address professional and ethical responsibilities, including a respect for diversity.
Explain and analyze the impact of engineering technology solutions in both local and global contexts.
Apply commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
Design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental and / or social.

Curriculum Requirements

General Education

Oral Communication - Any Approved Oral Communication Credit Hours: 3
Written Communication - ENGL 1200 - College Composition Credit Hours: 3
Quantitative Reason - MATH 2410 - Calculus I Credit Hours: 4
Technological Literacy - CMSC 1380 - Introduction to Programming with Python Credit Hours: 3
Arts and Humanities - ENGL 2230 - Writing and the Natural Sciences Credit Hours: 3
Arts and Humanities - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Arts and Humanities - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Social Sciences - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Social Sciences - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Social Sciences - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Natural Sciences and Tech - PHYS 1500 - General Physics I Credit Hours: 3
Natural Sciences and Tech - MATH 2420 - Calculus II Credit Hours: 4
Natural Sciences and Tech - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Program Elective - ENGT 1100 - Introduction to Engineering Technology Credit Hours: 3

Competencies

Quantitative Applications - MECH 4200 - Machine Design and Kinematics Credit Hours: 3
Applied Methodologies - MECH 3100 - Principles of Automatic Control Credit Hours: 3
Intercultural Fluency - MECH 4910 - Senior Project Implementation Credit Hours: 3
Ethical Reasoning - MECH 4900 - Senior Project Design Credit Hours: 3
Information Literacy -
MECH 4900 - Senior Project Design
Credit Hours: 3
Writing Intensive -
MECH 3100 - Principles of Automatic Control
Credit Hours: 3
Writing Intensive - ENGL 2230 - Writing and the Natural Sciences Credit Hours: 3
Keystone Experience -
MECH 4910 - Senior Project Implementation
Credit Hours: 3

Major

Required Major Courses

ECET 1110 - Electrical Circuits I Credit Hours: 4
ECET 2160 - Electrical Circuits II Credit Hours: 4
ECET 2535 - Digital Electronics Design Credit Hours: 4
ECET 3325 - Introduction to Electric Power Credit Hours: 4
PHYS 1510 - General Physics I Laboratory Credit Hours: 1
MECH 2000 - Manufacturing Processes Credit Hours: 3
MECH 2200 - Statics Credit Hours: 3
MECH 3325 - Fundamentals of Programmable Logic Controllers Credit Hours: 3
MECH 2400 - Engineering Graphics and Computer Aided Design Credit Hours: 3
MECH 3100 - Principles of Automatic Control Credit Hours: 3
MECH 3200 - Dynamics Credit Hours: 3
MECH 3210 - Fluid Power Credit Hours: 3
MECH 3220 - Properties and Strength of Materials Credit Hours: 3
MECH 3350 - Advanced PLCs and Integration Credit Hours: 3
MECH 3500 - Numerical Solution of Engineering Problems Credit Hours: 3
MECH 4000 - Computer-Integrated Manufacturing Credit Hours: 3
MECH 4100 - Process Control Credit Hours: 3
MECH 4200 - Machine Design and Kinematics Credit Hours: 3
MECH 4900 - Senior Project Design Credit Hours: 3
MECH 4910 - Senior Project Implementation Credit Hours: 3
PHYS 1600 - General Physics II Credit Hours: 3
PHYS 1610 - General Physics II Laboratory Credit Hours: 1

Major Electives

Technical Elective - Choose 1 course from below:

CMSC 3380 - Python Credit Hours: 3
CMIS 3250 - CISCO CCNA I Credit Hours: 0 TO 4
CMIS 3600 - Systems Project Management Credit Hours: 3
ECET 2570 - Intro to Microprocessor Design Credit Hours: 4
ITE 3050 - OSHA Industrial Safety Credit Hours: 3
ITE 3750 - Principles of Production Credit Hours: 3
ITE 3850 - Industrial Cost Estimating Credit Hours: 3
ITE 4200 - Production Analysis Credit Hours: 3
ITE 4610 - Supply Chain Fundamentals Credit Hours: 3
ITE 4710 - Project Management Credit Hours: 3
MECH 4950 - Mechatronics Engineering Technology - Internship Credit Hours: 4
ROBO 2100 - Robotic Teaming Credit Hours: 3

Total Credits: 120

Depending on the program of study, students may need to complete additional credits to ensure the total credit hour requirement is met.

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