The mechatronics field is multidisciplinary and spans areas including mechanical, electrical, and automated systems. Mechatronics specialists are involved in installing, maintaining, operating, and repairing automated equipment often in manufacturing environments but could be in other types of automated facilities. Job titles in mechatronics include Electro-Mechanical Technician, Automation Specialist, and Mechatronics Technician. Career Opportunities include Mechatronics Engineer, Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, and Process Development Engineer.
The Mechatronics program provides an intensive overview of skills necessary for a variety of industry sectors that use these types of integrated systems. You will learn math, inspection, safety, quality, electrical systems, automation, mechanical systems, fluid systems, rigging, and welding in Mechatronics.
Since this course is delivered completely online, students will need to have the self-discipline to complete all required material on their own. A course instructor will be available to assist students with questions and to lead online activities during the course of the class.
Career Outlook - According to the U.S. Department of Labor, overall employment of Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians is projected to decline 5% from 2020 to 2030 in Maryland. Projected annual job openings in Maryland are 50. Additional career information may be found in Career Coach: https://ccbcmd.lightcastcc.com/.
Program Course Sequence
Course Number
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Course Title
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Course Hours
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Textbook Information
(approximate cost; subject to change)
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Costs
T=Tuition/F=Fees
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VOA577
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Mechatronics- Part 1
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90
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Instructional materials provided in class
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$998
T-$50/F-$948
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VOA578
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Mechatronics- Part 2
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90
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Same as VOA577
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$998
T-$50/F-$948
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Course Series:
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180
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$1,996
T-$100/F-$1,896
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