Apprenticeship Requirements

First Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

620-701Trade Math for Mechatroincs1Course competencies include building apprentice skills working with fractions, decimals, formulas and ratios commonly used by the trade. Measurement, tolerances and interpreting trade related information will help apply math concepts to industrial and manufacturing work processes. Basic algebra, geometry and trigonometry will be applied to mechatronics job duties and tasks. Converting between US and metric units is also included. Course provides a foundation for mechanical and electrical problem-solving involving math.

620-702Mechatronic Principles2Course learning outcomes will examine both introductory mechanical & electrical concepts as a foundation for future coursework and on-the-job learning. Troubleshooting principles associated with mechatronics will also be introduced. Apprentices will explore safety, rigging, measurement, mechanical principles, electrical principles, mechanisms, metallurgy, and troubleshooting.

620-703DC Electricity for Mechatronic1This course introduces the fundamental concepts and computations related to DC electricity. Emphasis is placed on circuit analysis and the problem-solving skills necessary for the maintenance of mechatronic systems and manufacturing equipment. Competencies related to metering and safe use of measuring devices are included.

TOTAL CREDITS:4 

Second Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

620-704AC Electricity for Mechatronic1This course is designed to introduce the mechatronic technician apprentice to the basic concepts of alternating current. Emphasis is placed on circuit analysis and the problem-solving skills necessary for the maintenance of mechatronic systems and manufacturing equipment.

620-705Motors & Motor Control for Mec2This course examines the fundamentals of electric motors and motor control. Apprentices will learn to recognize and draw basic symbols, use the language of motor control, and apply these in industry adopted formats. Apprentices will also learn to draw and read ladder and wiring diagrams, and be introduced to the logic used in motor control. Learners will apply this logic to correctly interpret, install, service, and wire control circuits. Wiring of panels, machines, and systems will also be examined.

620-706Electrical Codes for Mechatron1Apprentices will examine the National Electric Code and apply information to work practices involving mechatronic systems. Terminology needed to communicate and coordinate electrical work with other trades will be explored.

TOTAL CREDITS:4 

Third Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

620-708Fluid Power Systems for Mechat2Course learning outcomes include inspecting, testing, servicing, and troubleshooting hydraulic, pneumatic, compressed air, and vacuum systems. Apprentices will review safety procedures for various common maintenance tasks.

620-709Servos & Drives for Mechatroni1Course introduces concepts, terminology, and safety associated with drives and servos used in industry and manufacturing. Course is designed to give the apprentice the knowledge required to program, service and maintain variable frequency drives and related equipment. Course learning outcomes include setting up and programming drives in a lab, shop or training center setting.

620-710Power Trans Sys for Mechatron1Course learning outcomes include examining mechanical power transmission systems and components. Belts, chain drives, gears & gear drives, couplings, and clutches & brakes will be examined. Apprentices will develop skills inspecting, installing, and maintaining power transmission systems and troubleshooting failures. Apprentices will also learn about safety, documenting work performed, communicating the status of work, and working collaboratively.

TOTAL CREDITS:4 

Fourth Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

620-711Mach Concepts for Mechatronics2Course introduces cutting, drilling, lathes, and milling operations to apprentices in mechatronics. Course topics also include work holding devices, measuring tools and measurement, safety, machine guards, tooling, print reading, and speeds & feeds. Math skills will be applied to machining related work practices.

620-712Intro to Programmable Logic Co2This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of programmable logic controller and its programming software. The course will introduce terminology, concepts, schematic reading and basic programming. Technologies and PLC use in manufacturing and mechatronic systems will be emphasized.

TOTAL CREDITS:4 

Fifth Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

620-714HMI Tech & PLC Apps for Mechat2Human machine interface devices, software and technologies will be examined for mechatronic systems. Apprentices will work in a lab/shop/training center setting to create touchscreens, set-up networks, and configure systems.

620-715Intro to Robotic Sys Mechatron2Course introduces the apprentice to the robot teach pendant and methods of robot jogging. Learners will be taught to replace servo motors, re-master the robot, and back up robot software and programs. Maintenance, servicing and safety will be emphasized. Cable management systems will be examined.

TOTAL CREDITS:4 

Sixth Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

620-707Welding Basics for Mechatronic1Course compares common welding processes and develops apprentice skills related to welding, cutting, heating and using oxy-gas. Welding with arc and MIG will help develop competency working with metal. Additional course learning outcomes may include common cutting and joining techniques associated with applicable trade work processes.

620-716Intro to Robotic Integration3Mechatronic apprentices will explore offsets, vision systems and system integration using robotic simulation and capstone project. The project will tie everything learned during their apprenticeship together – safety, machine integration, vision systems, CNC, machine applications for robotics, troubleshooting, and work documentation.

TOTAL CREDITS:4