Advanced Manufacturing Technology: Mechatronics
Award: Associate of Applied Science Degree
Major: Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Specialization: Mechatronics
Additional Program Information: https://www.brcc.edu/academics/programs/advanced-manufacturing/
Additional Potential Funding Information: https://www.brcc.edu/g3/
The Mechatronics specialization is a blend of mechanical systems, instrumentation, electronics, robotics, automation, computers, and control systems integrated to address needs of highly automated manufacturing processes. Mechatronics Technicians use systems approach analysis and troubleshooting skills to install, maintain, and repair advanced automated equipment found in manufacturing operations. Jobs as Technicians include: Engineering, Mechanical Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Instruments and Controls, Operations, Field Service, Production Line. BRCC’s mechatronics courses are included in certain Virginia Registered Apprenticeship programs.
Curriculum
| First Semester | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ELE 123 | Electrical Applications I | 2 |
| ETR 113 | D.C. and A.C. Fundamentals I | 3 |
| MAC 156 | Mechanisms I | 3 |
| MEC 161 | Basic Fluid Mechanics - Hydraulics/Pneumatics | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Basic Technical Mathematics | ||
| Precalculus I | ||
| SDV | Student Development | 1 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| ELE 124 | Electrical Applications II | 2 |
| ETR 237 | Industrial Electronics I | 3 |
| MAC 157 | Mechanisms II | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 2-3 | |
| Technical Drawing | ||
| Blueprint Reading I | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| College Composition I | ||
| Technical Writing | ||
| Credit Hours | 13-14 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| BUS 200 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| ELE 156 | Electrical Control Systems | 3 |
| IND 165 | Principles of Industrial Technology I | 4 |
| INS 110 | Principles of Instrumentation | 3 |
| Literature/Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| IND 181 | World Class Manufacturing I | 3 |
| IND 251 | Automated Manufacturing Systems I | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3-4 | |
| D.C. and A.C. Fundamentals II | ||
| Industrial Robotics and Robotics Programming | ||
| Principles & Applications of Robotics | ||
| Microcomputer Operating Systems | ||
| Protocols and Communications TCP/IP | ||
| General Education Elective | 3-4 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15-17 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 60-63 | |
Applied Mechatronics I
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Potential Additional Funding Information: https://www.brcc.edu/g3/
Purpose: To provide a broad overview of the major areas involved in the day-to-day operations of a manufacturing facility, including leadership, process improvement, financial management, and information systems. The completed career studies certificate will provide a foundation for those students seeking further study in the area of manufacturing management.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ELE 123 | Electrical Applications I | 2 |
| ETR 113 | D.C. and A.C. Fundamentals I | 3 |
| MAC 156 | Mechanisms I | 3 |
| MEC 161 | Basic Fluid Mechanics - Hydraulics/Pneumatics | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Basic Technical Mathematics | ||
| Precalculus I | ||
| SDV | Student Development | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours | 16 | |
Applied Mechatronics II
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Potential Additional Funding Information: https://www.brcc.edu/g3/
Purpose: To provide students who already possess an understanding of electrical and mechanical fundamentals further instruction in the areas of mechanics and electrical systems. This career studies certificate prepares students for entry level positions as mechanical or electrical technicians in manufacturing.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Select one of the following: | 2-3 | |
| Blueprint Reading I | ||
| Technical Drawing | ||
| ELE 124 | Electrical Applications II | 2 |
| ETR 237 | Industrial Electronics I | 3 |
| ETR 177 | Industrial Robotics and Robotics Programming | 3 |
| IND 181 | World Class Manufacturing I | 3 |
| MAC 157 | Mechanisms II | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 16-17 | |
Mechatronics I
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Additional Program Information: https://www.brcc.edu/academics/programs/advanced-manufacturing/
Purpose: To provide the student with a basic understanding of electrical and mechanical operations. Included is foundational math instruction. This career studies certificate prepares students for entry level positions in industrial maintenance.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ELE 123 | Electrical Applications I | 2 |
| ETR 113 | D.C. and A.C. Fundamentals I | 3 |
| MAC 156 | Mechanisms I | 3 |
| MEC 161 | Basic Fluid Mechanics - Hydraulics/Pneumatics | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Basic Technical Mathematics | ||
| Precalculus I | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 15 | |
Mechatronics II
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Additional Program Information: https://www.brcc.edu/academics/programs/advanced-manufacturing/
Purpose: To provide students who already possess an understanding of electrical and mechanical fundamentals further instruction in the areas of mechanics and electrical systems. This career studies certificate prepares students for entry level positions as mechanical or electrical technicians in manufacturing.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Select one of the following: | 2-3 | |
| Blueprint Reading I | ||
| Technical Drawing | ||
| ELE 124 | Electrical Applications II | 2 |
| ETR 114 | D.C. and A.C. Fundamentals II | 3 |
| ETR 237 | Industrial Electronics I | 3 |
| MAC 157 | Mechanisms II | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 13-14 | |
Mechatronics III
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Additional Program Information: https://www.brcc.edu/academics/programs/advanced-manufacturing/
Purpose: To provide students who already possess an understanding of electrical fundamentals, further instruction in the areas of electronics, programmable logic control, and robotics programming. This career studies certificate prepares students for technical level positions as controls or instrument technicians.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 200 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| ELE 156 | Electrical Control Systems | 3 |
| IND 165 | Principles of Industrial Technology I | 4 |
| INS 110 | Principles of Instrumentation | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 13 | |
Mechatronics IV
Award: Career Studies Certificate
Additional Program Information: https://www.brcc.edu/academics/programs/advanced-manufacturing/
Purpose: To provide students, who already possess an advanced understanding of electrical and mechanical systems, further instruction in the areas of process and business operations of a manufacturing facility. This career studies certificate prepares students for project lead and/or entry level engineering positions in a manufacturing operation.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| IND 251 | Automated Manufacturing Systems I | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Engineering Economics | ||
| World Class Manufacturing I | ||
| ETR 177 | Industrial Robotics and Robotics Programming | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3-4 | |
| D.C. and A.C. Fundamentals II | ||
| Principles & Applications of Robotics | ||
| Microcomputer Operating Systems | ||
| Protocols and Communications TCP/IP | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 12-13 | |
Mechatronics Certificates I, II, III and IV are to be taken in progression.