Automation and Mechatronics
Skilled electronics and robotics technicians are in demand!
With the increase in manufacturing, so has the demand for skilled electronics and robotics technicians. Many of today’s manufacturing processes rely on automation and robotics. Even though this equipment may have reduced manual labor, the human touch is still necessary to make it all work.
In Bates’ Automation and Mechatronics program, students learn to install, diagnose, maintain, modify, test, and calibrate electronic, electrical, and mechanical systems used in manufacturing support equipment and production machinery, including industrial robots. If you have a creative mind, like to solve problems and work with computers, then seize the opportunity to be a part of this burgeoning field.
Contact Information:
Brandon Held, Career Advisor
253-680-7008
Central / Mohler Campus
7:30AM – 4:00PM
Get the skills you need for the career you want.
More about the program:
In the Automation and Mechatronics program, students learn to install, diagnose, maintain, modify, test, and calibrate electronic, electrical, and mechanical systems used in manufacturing support equipment and production machinery, including precision machine tools (CNC) and industrial robots.
The program consists of a certificate of training in Basic Electricity, a one-year Electrical Technician certificate, and a two-year Industrial Technology degree that prepares students for entry into electrical apprenticeships. . The program features equipment and software from industry leaders such as Allen Bradley, Rockwell Automation, FANUC Robotics, Bosch, Siemens, Famic Technologies, and National Instruments. Focus is on the intelligent control of machines and processes using programmable logic controllers (PLCs), embedded controllers; variable frequency drives (VFDs), industrial networks, sensors & transducers, instrumentation and robotics. The electrical curriculum is based on guidelines from the National Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee (NJATC) for electrical trades. The program also offers in-depth career training for those interested in becoming an electronics technician in the manufacturing, scientific, aerospace, or civilian military industries.
Degrees & Certificates:
- Associate of Applied Science: Automation
- Certificate of Competency: Robotics Specialist
- CIP: 47.0105 EPC: 657
Program Lengths:
- AAS degree program length: 6 Quarters
- Certificate of Competency: 3 Quarters
Faculty and Other Contact Information:
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TRON, Automation and Mechatronics AAS (95 Credits)
Description:- 6 quarter AAS
- Maximum class size: 20
- Student to teacher ratio: 20:1
- Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
- This program offers hands-on, hybrid, web-enhanced and online courses. Please see course descriptions for more information.
- Program features equipment and software from industry leaders such as Allen Bradley, Rockwell Automation, FANUC Robotics, Bosch, Siemens, Famic Technologies, National Instruments, SMC MAP equipment, and Parker Hydraulics equipment.
- Curriculum is based on guidelines from the National Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee (NJATC) for electrical trades and is part of the Boeing internship program.
In the Industrial Electronics and Robotics Technician program, students learn to install, diagnose, maintain, modify, test, and calibrate electronic, electrical, and mechanical systems used in manufacturing support equipment and production machinery, including precision machine tools (CNC) and industrial robots. The program consists of a certificate of training in Basic Electricity, a one-year Electrical Technician certificate, and a two-year Industrial Technology degree that prepares students for entry into electrical apprenticeships. Focus is on the intelligent control of machines and processes using programmable logic controllers (PLCs), embedded controllers, variable frequency drives (VFDs), industrial networks, sensors & transducers, instrumentation and robotics. The program also offers in-depth career training for those interested in becoming an electronics technician in the manufacturing, scientific, aerospace, or civilian military industries.
Required Courses
Automation and Mechatronics, TRON (95 Credits)
Course Code Course Title Course Credits TRON110 Introduction to Robotics/Automation 1 TRON111 Analog Electronics 5 TRON114 Measurement 4 TRON117 Introduction to PLC 4 TRON121 Digital Electronics 5 TRON124 Pneumatics and Hydraulics 4 TRON127 Blueprint Reading 4 TRON131 Career Success Seminar 3 TRON134 Computer Technology 4 TRON137 Mechanical Systems 5 TRON141 Sensing our Environment 4 TRON144 Critical Thought and App. 5 TRON147 Embedded Controllers 5 TRON211 Industrial Robotics I 5 TRON214 Motors & Control Systems 5 TRON217 Introduction to CNC Machining 3 TRON221 Shop Floor IT 4 TRON224 Industrial Robotics II 5 TRON227 Independent Projects 5 General Education Requirements
Quantitative (5 Credits Required)
Course Code Course Title Course Credits MATH171 Technical Math 5 MATH172 Business Math 5 MATH&107 Math in Society 5 MATH&141 Precalculus I 5 MATH&142 Precalculus II 5 MATH&146 Statistics 5 MATH&151 Calculus 5 MATH&152 Calculus II 5 MATH&153 Calculus III 5 Note: See a Career Advisor prior to choosing courses that meet general education requirements.
Communication (5 Credits Required)
Course Code Course Title Course Credits ENGL175 Professional Writing 5 ENGL&101 English Composition I 5 ENGL&235 Technical Writing 5 Note: See a Career Advisor prior to choosing courses that meet general education requirements.
Humanities
Course Code Course Title Course Credits CMST&102 Introduction to Mass Media 5 CMST&152 Intercultural Communication 5 CMST&210 Interpersonal Communication 5 CMST&220 Public Speaking 5 CMST&230 Small Group Communications 5 CMST&240 Culture & Diversity in Health Care 5 HREL111 Interviewing and Career Success 5 HUM&101 Introduction to Humanities 5 Note: See a Career Advisor prior to choosing courses that meet general education requirements.
Natural Sciences
Course Code Course Title Course Credits BIOL170 Medical Terminology 2 BIOL&160 General Biology 5 BIOL&175 Human Biology with Lab 5 BIOL&241 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 5 BIOL&242 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 5 BIOL&260 Microbiology 5 CHEM&121 General Chemistry 5 CHEM&131 Introduction to Organic/Biochemistry 5 NUTR&101 Intro to Nutrition 5 PHYS&114 Introductory Physics I (Algebra based Physics) 5 PHYS&221 Engineering Physics I w/LAB 5 PHYS&222 Engineering Physics II w/LAB 5 PHYS&223 Engineering Physics III w/LAB 5 Note: See a Career Advisor prior to choosing courses that meet general education requirements.
Social Sciences
Course Code Course Title Course Credits HIST101 A History of Science and Technology 5 POLS&101 Introduction to Political Science 5 PSYC&100 General Psychology 5 PSYC&200 Lifespan Psychology 5 SOC&101 Introduction to Sociology 5 Note: See a Career Advisor prior to choosing courses that meet general education requirements.
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- National Median Salary: $58,350
- National Potential Annual Job Openings: 1,300
This information is based on data from O*Net, captured on June 2021.
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