Introduction to Mechatronics

This certification in Mechatronics serves as an introduction, providing foundational knowledge and hands-on skills in mechanical, electrical, and control technology. Students will gain competencies in operating and maintaining pneumatics, electrical systems, sensors, actuators, and controls. By working with real-world automation devices, students will also enhance their STEM skills. These core automation, production, and manufacturing skills are in high demand. Upon earning the certification, students will be prepared for advanced Mechatronics and Industry 4.0 training, as well as for roles such as certified production technicians and operators. Topics include engineering basics, automation history and basics, technical terms and symbology, electronics and circuit design, basics of relays, sensors, valves, actuators, grippers, control and logic systems, mechanical systems and motors, universal PLC and digital logic programming basics, industrial networking and communication, simulation and modeling, scientific principles and laws, maintenance and troubleshooting, safety and compliance standards, and energy management.