2016-17 Virginia Western Academic Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2016-17 Virginia Western Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Advanced Technology in Mechatronics Career Studies Certificate


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Career Certificate Studies
221-706-90

Purpose: This curriculum is designed to challenge the student with hands-on instruction in mechanical, electrical and computer systems in preparation for the Siemens Mechatronics Systems Certification. A Siemens Certified Mechatronic Systems Associate will function as a highly skilled technician who can work with modules and components in complex mechatronic systems as well as be able to assess and analyze the system as a whole. A certified Associate can manage, investigate, repair and troubleshoot mechatronic systems, with the aim of operational and cost efficiency, and process control.

Program Objectives: Graduates who successfully complete the Siemens Mechatronics Systems Certification may obtain a job as a certified mechatronics technician; designing, installing and commissioning systems, including instrumentation, controls and automation.

Admission Requirements: Applicants must meet the requirements for admission to credit-level coursework established by the college.

Developmental Requirements: Students who do not place into college-level English on the placement test will be required to take developmental courses.

Students who do not demonstrate proficiency on the placement test in the following mathematical units will be required to complete developmental courses: MTE 1 , MTE 2 , and MTE 3 .

It is strongly recommended that developmental education requirements be completed as soon as possible.

Program Notes: Graduates may continue their studies in the AAS Mechatronics Systems Engineering Technology Program. Upon completion of the Advanced Technology in Mechatronics Career Studies Certificate, students will be prepared to take the Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program (SMSCP) Level I exam.

First Year


Second Year


Total Minimum Credits for Degree: 28


* This course has a requisite. 

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