Electronics Engineering Technology (AS) | Mechatronics Concentration

Electronics Engineering Technicians install, maintain and repair electrical and electronic equipment. They also assist in the development, testing, production, and quality assurance of equipment and components such as: circuit boards, wireless phones, PDAs, medical equipment, and control systems. Skills in the Mechatronics field can be applied in various areas including maintenance and repair, installation, quality assurance, and research and development.

Students in the Mechatronics concentration will focus on core areas such as programmable controllers, hydraulics and pneumatics, testing and measuring instruments, materials science, automation and control systems, and computer programming and networks.

The Mechatronics concentration will offer you the chance to work with and troubleshoot programmable logic controllers, and integrated systems; learn by doing while grasping a firm theoretical foundation in electronics; and put into practice your acquired knowledge through several hands-on projects.

About Electronics Engineering Technology

Mechatronics Technicians play a critical role in advanced manufacturing. Through their combined skills in mechanical, electrical, and electronics circuits, they are able to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain computer-controlled mechanical systems.

Some positions may require background checks, drug screening, and/or security clearances, depending on the position and industry.

Some entry-level job titles for an Applied Science in Electronics Engineering Technology graduate with a Mechatronics concentration include: Automation Technician, Control Systems Technician, Electro-Mechanic, Electro-Mechanical Technician (E/M Technician), Electro-Mechanical Equipment Tester, Electronic Instrument Technician, Electronic Technician, and a combination of these titles.

Graduates of the Applied Science in Electronics Engineering Technology degree program may choose to continue their education by pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology degree.

Recommended Certifications

Certifications are not required for completion of this program; however, ECPI encourages student to obtain all appropriate certifications to increase potential job opportunities. ECPI provides students in this program with vouchers which allow the student to take certification exams at a greatly reduced cost. Available certifications for this program include Fiber Optics Installer (FOI), Fiber Optics Technician (FOT), A+ Certification, Network+ Certification, Security+ Certification, GMDSS - Global Maritime Distress and Safety System Maintainer License, GROL - General Radiotelephone Operator's License, and Associate CET.