Basic Mechatronics Technician, TCC (BM51) (470303) Technical Certificate of Credit

Campus Locations: Moultrie (Veterans Parkway), Tifton, Tift County High School, Cairo High School College and Career Academy, Bainbridge High School , Seminole County High School , Worth County High School

The Basic Mechatronics Technician Technical Certificate of Credit is designed to provide students with entry level understanding and skills to perform duties on Mechatronic equipment. The skills include an introduction to DC and AC Circuits, Pneumatic Systems, Industrial Controls and PLCs. Students will receive both lecture/instructor led curriculum along with practical hands-on sessions. Students will obtain knowledge which will provide an understanding of the basic technologies used in industry to achieve automated processes.

Length of Program: Two (2) Semesters

Entrance Date: Beginning of each semester.

Entrance Requirements: Refer to Admission criteria. Click for Entrance Score Requirements.

Age: Applicant must be 16 years of age or older.

Education: An applicant must be a high school graduate or the equivalent (GED). College transcripts will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Advisor: A Program Advisor should be consulted prior to enrolling in any course. An advisor will be assigned by admissions.

Program Final Exit Point: Basic Mechatronics Technician, Technical Certificate of Credit.

Credits Required for Graduation: 12 minimum semester hour credits required for graduation.

Cost

Admissions Fees: $384.00
Books: $250.00
Tuition: $321.00
Total: $955.00

Admissions Fees: $379.00
Books: $250.00
Tuition: $321.00
Total: $950.00

Books: $250.00
Fees: $379.00
Tuition: $321.00
Total: $950.00

Admissions Fees: $379.00
Books: $250.00
Tuition: $321.00
Total: $950.00

Curriculum Outline (12 hours)

1: Occupational Courses	12
MCTX 1011Basic Mech Fund I Pre-Requisite(s): Program Admission This course will provide students with an understanding of the basic fundamentals of a Mechatronic operation. Including electronic, pneumatic, and control devices. Students will learn the operation and purpose of components in these automated systems.	3
MCTX 1012Basic Mech Fund II This course will provide students with an understanding of PLC installation and setup. Students will gain knowledge of components and data storage methods used in automated mechatronic equipment.	3
MCTX 1013Basic Mech Fund III This course builds on the Level 1 and 2 providing students with a higher level understanding of electronic circuitry and PLCs as it relates to mechatronic and automated equipment.	3
MCTX 1014Basic Mech Fund IV This course builds from Level 3 and continues to provide students with a broader knowledge of electronics and use of semiconductors and power supplies. Also providing a further study into the programming of a PLC and connections to field devices.	3