Mechatronics Technology (Evening/Hybrid), AAS

Upon completion of an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Mechatronics Technology, a student will be able to:

Science & Technology

• Demonstrate proper operation of test equipment.
• Read schematics for the purpose of signal flow and troubleshooting.
• Build and analyze electronic circuits: Basic DC/AC circuits, Digital Circuits, Analog Circuits, Communication Circuits, Computer Interfacing Circuits                
• Demonstrate an understanding of the basics electronic theory as it pertains to: Basic DC/AC circuits, Digital Circuits, Analog Circuits, Communication Circuits, Computer Interfacing Circuits
•  Demonstrate competency constructing and troubleshooting a variety of electronic circuits.         
•  Demonstrate ability to remove and/or replace electronic components in printed circuit boards.   

Problem Solving/Critical Thinking

• Demonstrate proper safety procedures.
• Demonstrate troubleshooting skills on various electronics circuits.
• Effectively use test equipment to troubleshoot electronic circuits.
• Demonstrate the ability to read schematics and break a circuit down into sections.
• Troubleshoot a circuit to determine faulty components.
• Demonstrate the mathematical analysis of electronic circuits.

Professionalism

• Demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment for the purpose of improving throughput, or operation, of a system.
• Demonstrate effective customer service/relations skills, including communications and problem solving directed at customer satisfaction.
• Seek membership in professional organizations such as Electronic Technician Association (ETA).
• Identify and demonstrate the ability to use essential customer relation skills in dealing with team members, co-workers, and customers.
• Seek further information in their field, to keep current, through periodicals, trade journals, and recurrent training.
• Demonstrate the ability to research and present information on a given system.

Communication

• Prepare lab reports to explain the operation of electronic circuits.
• Research components and circuits using the Internet and other sources and then write a research paper.
• Give presentations to the class about electronic topics.