Advanced Mechatronics Technology Technical Certificate

For more information, contact the Math and Science division at 615-230-3261 or  mathscience@volstate.edu.

The certificate program is offered for students interested in employment as a technician in an integrated multidisciplinary environment. Students enrolling in this certificate program should have either completed or transferred in credit (from a TCAT, for example) equivalent to the Mechatronics Technology Technical Certificate. Instruction in mechatronics provides students with the knowledge and hands-on training in electronics, mechanics, and computers to work in a variety of industrial and manufacturing related businesses. The certificate offers opportunities for employment preparation and skills enhancement.

The Advanced Mechatronics Technology Technical Certificate is embedded within the Associate of Applied Science in Mechatronics Technology and within the Associate of Arts and the Associate of Science, General Studies areas of emphasis.  Courses in this certificate may be used to award these degrees.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge, and abilities to accomplish the following:

1. The graduate will have demonstrated a thorough understanding of the electrical components, electric motors, and mechanical components in a mechatronics system.
2. The graduate will demonstrate a thorough understanding of programmable logic controls (PLCs) in a mechatronics system. 
3. The graduate will have demonstrated the ability to use troubleshooting techniques, correct malfunctions, perform systematic preventive maintenance and apply safety rules with respect to electrical components, mechanical components, electric motors, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and PLCs used in a mechatronics system.
4. The graduate will have demonstrated the ability to install, implement, and modify software tools used in mechatronic systems.

CIP Code: (09)15.0403.01