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

brandon.held@batestech.edu

Downtown Campus

8 a.m.-Noon, Hybrid Program

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

Degrees & Certificates:

Associate of Applied Science: Automation
Certificate of Competency: Robotics Specialist
CIP: 47.0105

Program Lengths:

AAS degree program length: 6 Quarters
Certificate of Competency: Varies

Faculty and Other Contact Information:

Landon Johnson

253-680-7340

lajohnson@batestech.edu

Note: Information is accurate as of its original posting date. The college reserves the right to edit, change, or update information as needed throughout the year. Up-to-date information is available in Student Services.

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.

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

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