Automation Technology - Mechatronics, Associate in Science

This program will take the student through the major components of industrial robotics and automation. Electronics and electrical applications are covered to develop troubleshooting techniques. Robotics will provide familiarity with the basic movement and placement of equipment. An Electric Motors course is intended to provide experience with current drive systems. Programmable Logic Controllers will be covered to provide computer based control and programming. Through a selected progression of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and troubleshooting courses, the student will be able to function as an Electronics Automation Technician/Mechanic.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Students will have the ability to troubleshoot robotics circuits at 100% accuracy to industry standards.
2. Students will have the ability to create a Ladder Logic Diagram to control a Programmable Logic Controller.
3. Students will have the ability to construct and control a pick-and-place pneumatic system.

General Education

Complete the following general education pattern:

• San Joaquin Delta College Associate Degree General Education (AA-GE) pattern (24 units)

Students are advised to double-count courses in the major to also satisfy general education when possible. Course subject credit will be awarded in satisfaction of major and lower division general education requirements, but the units will only be counted once in computing the total number of units for the degree.

Major Requirements - Core

Complete 25.5 units

Minimum Major Units Required: 25.5

Complete all courses with a grade of "C" or better.

Minimum Degree Units Required: 60