Mechatronics 1

Course Description

Mechatronics is the designing and manufacturing of products with electronics components and is used to develop major systems as well as day-to-day devices such as smartphones and household machines. This course focuses on the designing, manufacturing, and maintenance of products with electronic and mechanical components. Hence, students will obtain a fundamental understanding of lean manufacturing processes, structural engineering, mechanical systems, electricity, fluid power, CNC machine and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) to construct and design projects while applying print reading skills, properly using industry tools, and practicing OSHA-10 safety skills throughout the course. By employing an interdisciplinary approach of reading, writing, problem solving, and hands-on projects students will acquire practical skills and industry knowledge for the advanced mechatronics course, entry-level employment in mechatronics/advanced manufacturing and preparation for SACA (Smart Automation Certification Alliance) C-101 Certified Industry 4.0 Associate I – Basic Operations silver certificate. Activities in this course include work-based learning that connect students to industry and the local community.