
Course Description:
Mechatronics is the convergence of mechanical, electronic, control, and software engineering. Also known as electro-mechanical maintenance technicians, mechatronics and industrial automation technicians combine knowledge of mechanical technology with knowledge of electrical circuits. They install, troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade electronic and computer-controlled mechanical systems, such as robotic assembly machines.
Mechatronics and industrial automation technicians work closely with electrical and mechanical engineers. They work primarily in manufacturing, engineering services, and research and development.
Course Target Audience:
- Automotive
- Aerospace
- Building maintenance
- Civil infrastructure
- Consumer products
- Construction
- Electrical equipment
- Logistics and distribution
- Manufacturing
- Materials processing
Course Curriculum
Automation
Mathematics
Health & Safety
- Introduction to OSHA
- Making Work a Safer Place
- Help! What to Do in an Emergency
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Eye and Face Protection
- Head Protection
- Foot and Leg Protection
- Hand and Arm Protection
- Body Protection
- Hearing Protection
- Respiratory Protection
- Hazardous Materials
- HazCom
- Hazardous Waste
- Hazard Material Storage
- Work Area Safety
- Permit-Related Safety
- Fall Prevention
- Ladder Safety
- Electrical Safety
- Lockout/Tagout
- Fire Safety
- Fire Extinguishers
- Hand Tool Safety
- Power Tool Safety
- Sheet Metal and Compressed Gas Safety
- Machine Safety
- Safety Devices
Pneumatics
Electrical
- Production of Electricity
- Transmission and Distribution of Electricity
- Uses of Electricity
- Atomic Structure
- Electrical Circuits
- Electrical Current
- Voltage
- Electrical Power
- Resistance
- Ohm’s Law
- Watt’s Law
- Electrical Measurement and Unit Conversion
- Direct Current
- Batteries
- Circuit Analysis
- Electromagnetism
- AC Waveform Generation
- Electromagnetic Devices
- Transformers
- Capacitors
- Semiconductors
- Solid State Devices
- Wires, Connectors, and Circuit Protection
- Connecting Transformers
- DC Motors
- AC Single-Phase Motors
- Electrical Connectors and Fasteners
- Introduction to Sensors Technology
- Three-Phase AC Motors
- Sensor Technology
- Proximity Sensors
- Position, Speed, and Acceleration Sensors
- Industrial Process Sensors
- Advanced Sensors
Hydraulics
PLC
Automation
Robotics
Career Building
- Kicking Off Your Job Search
- Finding Jobs to Apply For
- Networking
- Completing an Employment Application
- Creating Your Resume
- Crafting a Cover Letter
- Understanding the Interview Process
- Making a Positive Impression
- Responding to Interview Questions
- Addressing Special Interview Concerns
- After the Interview.
- Surviving Your First Day on the Job
- Turning a Job into a Career