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Mechatronics Technician

Technical Diploma 31-462-2

www.cvtc.edu
1-800-547-2882

Start Dates: August, October, January, March, June

Effective: August 2026

First Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
419-116 Basic Hydraulics 2 Program student; 462-119 or concurrent This course exposes the student to the theories and basic components of hydraulics. Basic component construction and operation is explored. The theory of function is supplemented by hands on disassembly and assembly of actual industrial components. The course is presented in the individual study mode to allow the students flexibility in scheduling their time.
Course #: 419-116
Title: Basic Hydraulics
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 462-119 or concurrent This course exposes the student to the theories and basic components of hydraulics. Basic component construction and operation is explored. The theory of function is supplemented by hands on disassembly and assembly of actual industrial components. The course is presented in the individual study mode to allow the students flexibility in scheduling their time.
419-117 Basic Pneumatics 2 Program student; 462-119 or concurrent This course exposes the student to the theories and basic components of pneumatics. Basic component construction and operation is explored. The theory of function is supplemented by hands on disassembly and assembly of actual industrial components. The course is presented in the individual study mode to allow the students flexibility in scheduling their time.
Course #: 419-117
Title: Basic Pneumatics
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 462-119 or concurrent This course exposes the student to the theories and basic components of pneumatics. Basic component construction and operation is explored. The theory of function is supplemented by hands on disassembly and assembly of actual industrial components. The course is presented in the individual study mode to allow the students flexibility in scheduling their time.
462-111 Mechanical Concepts 2 Program student; 462-119 or concurrent In this course the learner will apply mechanical concepts to systems that are found on industrial equipment. The learner will examine various drive systems used in a broad range of applications. Demonstration in the proper use of hand tools, proper alignment, and safe working habits will be emphasized.
Course #: 462-111
Title: Mechanical Concepts
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 462-119 or concurrent In this course the learner will apply mechanical concepts to systems that are found on industrial equipment. The learner will examine various drive systems used in a broad range of applications. Demonstration in the proper use of hand tools, proper alignment, and safe working habits will be emphasized.
462-115 Industrial PC Network Concepts 2 Program student In this course the learner develops skills working with PCs to interface with external devices. The learner produces documents using the latest software tools and shares those documents through various mediums. The learner explores a variety of network configurations and protocols.
Course #: 462-115
Title: Industrial PC Network Concepts
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student In this course the learner develops skills working with PCs to interface with external devices. The learner produces documents using the latest software tools and shares those documents through various mediums. The learner explores a variety of network configurations and protocols.
462-119 Industrial Mechanical Skills 2 Program student In this course the learner will develop precision measurement and applied math skills to meet the demand of today's industry. Application based math topics will address fractions, decimals, fraction conversion to decimals and metric equivalents, geometry, as well as algebraic problem solving. The learner will use gauges; micrometers dial calipers and other measurement devices.
Course #: 462-119
Title: Industrial Mechanical Skills
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student In this course the learner will develop precision measurement and applied math skills to meet the demand of today's industry. Application based math topics will address fractions, decimals, fraction conversion to decimals and metric equivalents, geometry, as well as algebraic problem solving. The learner will use gauges; micrometers dial calipers and other measurement devices.
462-130 Mfg Prints & Networks 1 Program student This course prepares students to create and interpret technical documents. Identifying symbols in electrical, networking/Internet of Things (IoT), piping, hydraulic, pneumatic, HVAC and sketching diagrams is addressed. Students create job related written documents (such as work orders and resumes) to meet the needs of the industry.
Course #: 462-130
Title: Mfg Prints & Networks
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student This course prepares students to create and interpret technical documents. Identifying symbols in electrical, networking/Internet of Things (IoT), piping, hydraulic, pneumatic, HVAC and sketching diagrams is addressed. Students create job related written documents (such as work orders and resumes) to meet the needs of the industry.
625-180 Manufacturing Skills Standards 2   In the MSSC Safety course students will be exposed to manufacturing concepts and actions that can produce higher quality products, increase productivity, achieve greater customer satisfaction, and assure a safe and healthy work environment. This course is broken down with definitions, examples, and exercises. Practical cases/examples are investigated and discussed. Capitalizing on a blended learning approach, students experience lectures, self-pace studies, on-line labs, and individual and group activities.
Course #: 625-180
Title: Manufacturing Skills Standards
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments:   In the MSSC Safety course students will be exposed to manufacturing concepts and actions that can produce higher quality products, increase productivity, achieve greater customer satisfaction, and assure a safe and healthy work environment. This course is broken down with definitions, examples, and exercises. Practical cases/examples are investigated and discussed. Capitalizing on a blended learning approach, students experience lectures, self-pace studies, on-line labs, and individual and group activities.
442-120 Related Welding-Indust Mech 2 Program student The purpose of this course is to help the students acquire the basic welding skills in oxyacetylene welding, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). It is a hands-on self-paced learning environment to learn basic welding skills and safe welding practices.
Course #: 442-120
Title: Related Welding-Indust Mech
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student The purpose of this course is to help the students acquire the basic welding skills in oxyacetylene welding, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). It is a hands-on self-paced learning environment to learn basic welding skills and safe welding practices.
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449-800 OSHA Safety Stds-GI 2   This course covers OSHA Standards, policies, and procedures in general industry. Topics include scope and application of the OSHA General Industry Standards, general industry principles and special emphasis on those areas in general industry which are most hazardous. Upon course completion students will have the ability to define general industry terms found in the OSHA General Industry Standards, identify hazards which occur in general industry, locate and determine appropriate OSHA General Industry Standards, policies, and procedures, and describe the use of OSHA General Industry Standards and regulations to supplement an ongoing safety and health program. Earn 2.6 Continuing Education Units.
Course #: 449-800
Title: OSHA Safety Stds-GI
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments:   This course covers OSHA Standards, policies, and procedures in general industry. Topics include scope and application of the OSHA General Industry Standards, general industry principles and special emphasis on those areas in general industry which are most hazardous. Upon course completion students will have the ability to define general industry terms found in the OSHA General Industry Standards, identify hazards which occur in general industry, locate and determine appropriate OSHA General Industry Standards, policies, and procedures, and describe the use of OSHA General Industry Standards and regulations to supplement an ongoing safety and health program. Earn 2.6 Continuing Education Units.
  Total Credits: 15  
Total Credits: 15

Second Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
462-118 Industrial Electric Principles 3 Program student In this course the student will learn the fundamental theory and application of DC and AC electrical circuits, industrial three-phase motor control circuits, electrical wiring, troubleshooting and testing common electrical control circuits found in industry.
Course #: 462-118
Title: Industrial Electric Principles
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student In this course the student will learn the fundamental theory and application of DC and AC electrical circuits, industrial three-phase motor control circuits, electrical wiring, troubleshooting and testing common electrical control circuits found in industry.
462-120 Centrifugal Pumps & Alignment 3 Program student; 462-126 or concurrent This course is designed to give the student understanding and experience with various types of industrial pumps and drive mechanisms. Basic understanding of centrifugal pumps, theory of operation, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of pumps and their systems. Students will work with Laser Alignment, and advanced linear slides and brakes and clutches. The course is presented in the individual study mode to allow the students flexibility in scheduling their time.
Course #: 462-120
Title: Centrifugal Pumps & Alignment
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 462-126 or concurrent This course is designed to give the student understanding and experience with various types of industrial pumps and drive mechanisms. Basic understanding of centrifugal pumps, theory of operation, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of pumps and their systems. Students will work with Laser Alignment, and advanced linear slides and brakes and clutches. The course is presented in the individual study mode to allow the students flexibility in scheduling their time.
462-121 IOT Automated Manufacturing 4 Program student; 462-118 or concurrent This course provides the learner with practical experience in automated equipment operation, troubleshooting, and repair. Topics include Lock-out/Tag-out procedures, motor and drive systems, and the setup and maintenance of industrial machinery, including PLCs and conveyor systems. Learners will engage in hands-on projects focusing on functional analysis, fault diagnosis, and component repair. Additionally, the course explores basic network connectivity and Industrial Internet of Things (IoT) applications.
Course #: 462-121
Title: IOT Automated Manufacturing
Credits: 4
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 462-118 or concurrent This course provides the learner with practical experience in automated equipment operation, troubleshooting, and repair. Topics include Lock-out/Tag-out procedures, motor and drive systems, and the setup and maintenance of industrial machinery, including PLCs and conveyor systems. Learners will engage in hands-on projects focusing on functional analysis, fault diagnosis, and component repair. Additionally, the course explores basic network connectivity and Industrial Internet of Things (IoT) applications.
462-123 PLC Manufacturing Applications 3 Program student This course is designed to use the basic and advanced electrical and electronic control devices in control simulated and actual automated industrial machines. Set up, operation, and system troubleshooting of PLC and, Internet of Things (IoT) devices will be emphasized. PLC operations, programming and troubleshooting. Connectivity to Internet of Things (IoT) with Industrial controls components will be investigated.
Course #: 462-123
Title: PLC Manufacturing Applications
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student This course is designed to use the basic and advanced electrical and electronic control devices in control simulated and actual automated industrial machines. Set up, operation, and system troubleshooting of PLC and, Internet of Things (IoT) devices will be emphasized. PLC operations, programming and troubleshooting. Connectivity to Internet of Things (IoT) with Industrial controls components will be investigated.
462-126 Mechanical Alignment & Bearing 2 Program student; 462-111 and 462-119 or concurrent This course is designed to give the student a basic understanding of the mechanical concepts that are found on industrial equipment. Topics focus on alignment of shafts, and correct servicing of bearings. Since all industrial machinery is equipped with some type of mechanical drive, a firm understanding of these drives is necessary for the industrial mechanic. Cleanliness and safe working habits will also be emphasized.
Course #: 462-126
Title: Mechanical Alignment & Bearing
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 462-111 and 462-119 or concurrent This course is designed to give the student a basic understanding of the mechanical concepts that are found on industrial equipment. Topics focus on alignment of shafts, and correct servicing of bearings. Since all industrial machinery is equipped with some type of mechanical drive, a firm understanding of these drives is necessary for the industrial mechanic. Cleanliness and safe working habits will also be emphasized.
  Total Credits: 15  
Total Credits: 15

Third Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
419-102 Hydraulic System Operations 2 Program student; 419-116 This course provides the application of basic hydraulic principles into typical industrial circuits. The students will experience exercises with basic hydraulic components and simple oil systems and how they are applied in circuits. This course is designed to help develop skills in understanding hydraulic components and their interaction to each other in demonstration circuits. The course is presented in the individual study mode to allow the students flexibility in scheduling their time.
Course #: 419-102
Title: Hydraulic System Operations
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 419-116 This course provides the application of basic hydraulic principles into typical industrial circuits. The students will experience exercises with basic hydraulic components and simple oil systems and how they are applied in circuits. This course is designed to help develop skills in understanding hydraulic components and their interaction to each other in demonstration circuits. The course is presented in the individual study mode to allow the students flexibility in scheduling their time.
419-118 Pneumatic System Operations 2 Program student; 419-117 This course provides the application of basic pneumatic principles into typical industrial circuits. The student will experience exercises with basic pneumatic components and simple air systems and how they are applied in circuits. This course is designed to help develop skills in understanding pneumatic components and their interaction to each other in demonstration circuits. Vacuum components and air logic systems will be included. The course is presented in the individual study mode to allow the students flexibility in scheduling their time.
Course #: 419-118
Title: Pneumatic System Operations
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 419-117 This course provides the application of basic pneumatic principles into typical industrial circuits. The student will experience exercises with basic pneumatic components and simple air systems and how they are applied in circuits. This course is designed to help develop skills in understanding pneumatic components and their interaction to each other in demonstration circuits. Vacuum components and air logic systems will be included. The course is presented in the individual study mode to allow the students flexibility in scheduling their time.
462-122 Prev and Periodic Maintenance 1 Program student; 462-111 This course is designed to give the student the opportunity to research the items to be inspected in a preventive maintenance program. Students develop preventive maintenance schedules and perform actual inspections of mechanical, fluid power, and electrical systems. Techniques for troubleshooting and predictive diagnostics are explored.
Course #: 462-122
Title: Prev and Periodic Maintenance
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 462-111 This course is designed to give the student the opportunity to research the items to be inspected in a preventive maintenance program. Students develop preventive maintenance schedules and perform actual inspections of mechanical, fluid power, and electrical systems. Techniques for troubleshooting and predictive diagnostics are explored.
462-132 Mach Trbleshting & Repair Adv 2 Program student; 462-120 and (462-123 and 419-102 and 419-118 or concurrent) This course is designed to develop the troubleshooting process applied to electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and networked / Internet of Things (IoT) equipment. System and component troubleshooting applying top-down, divide-conquer, and backward approaches are covered. Learners will test and repair systems at the component, system and network level.
Course #: 462-132
Title: Mach Trbleshting & Repair Adv
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 462-120 and (462-123 and 419-102 and 419-118 or concurrent) This course is designed to develop the troubleshooting process applied to electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and networked / Internet of Things (IoT) equipment. System and component troubleshooting applying top-down, divide-conquer, and backward approaches are covered. Learners will test and repair systems at the component, system and network level.
  Total Credits: 7  
Total Credits: 7

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Minimum Program Credits Required: 37

2.0 Minimum Program Cumulative GPA Required for Graduation
If a student does not enroll in any courses at CVTC for two or more consecutive semesters, the student will be required to reapply with Admissions. Students must abide by any changes in admission requirements and degree requirements.

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