Introduction to Mechatronics

Course description

Introduction to Mechatronics, is a course that teaches foundational information and develops hands on skills in the areas of Mechanical, Electrical, and Control Technology. Students will develop competencies to operate and maintain pneumatics, electricity, sensors, actuators, and controls. Utilizing real-world automation devices students will also gain additional skills in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). An introduction to creating logic (coding) on a PC using multiple programming languages, will help the students to maintain and setup equipment. Integration of micro-controllers and Programmable Logic Controller’s (PLC) with the mechanical, electrical, and control technologies will ensure students have a solid overview of how various forms of equipment operate in an automated environment. In this course, students will have the opportunity to earn the Introduction to Mechatronics certification from NC3/FESTO. FESTO is a world leader in automation and technical education.

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