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12/13/2023 3:44:16 PM

Engineering Technology/Mechatronics, Associate in Applied Science

Pathway:

Mechatronics

Curriculum Code:

ENT.MEC.AAS (C249V)

Total Program Credits: 60-64

The Engineering Technology curriculum provides the learner with working knowledge of engineering technology, including basic and advanced drafting and design principles using various 2D and 3D Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) systems, integrating lean principles in the design process and knowledge of working with various measurement devices used in determining quality assurance of prototypes and finished goods. While in the program, the learner will be able to seek out entry-level and internship opportunities in engineering departments, plant maintenance, production departments and technical sales and support.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Engineering Technology/Mechatronics program, the graduate will be able to:

1. Identify electronic and mechanical parts of an automated system.
2. Use electrical wiring diagrams and symbols in making a mechatronics product.
3. Install, program, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
4. Implement safety regulations required for operation of the system.
5. Resolve equipment problems.
6. Differentiate between thermal, mechanical, fluid and electrical power systems in a variety of settings.
7. Measure in inches and metric system.
8. Present as part of a design team, the ethics that should be practiced in designing a product.

(Fall 2022)

Placement Measures

Program Map for Students

Semester One: Fall
Course	Category	Credits
ENT 104 ◊ Electricity Basic Fundamentals	Core Course	3
ENT 110 ◊ Engineering Design Graphics/CAD	Core Course	4
ENT 252 ◊ # Introduction to Mechanical AutoCAD	Core Course	3
RHT 101 ◊ # English Rhetoric & Composition I	Communications Gen-ed	3
Take Credits Program Electives	Program Elective	3
	Total Semester Credits:	16
Next Steps	Meet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan. Explore transfer institutions and admissions requirements by attending transfer events (if intending to transfer).

Note: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101◊ and RHT 102◊.

Semester Two: Spring
Course	Category	Credits
ENT 115 ◊ Fluid Power	Core Course	3
ENT 204 Programmable Logic Controllers I	Core Course	3
ENT 205 Robotics I	Core Course	4
MAT 111 ◊ # Pre-Calculus	Core Course	5
OR
MAT 114 ◊ # Plane Trigonometry	Core Course	3
	Total Semester Credits:	13-15
Next Steps	Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer). If intending to transfer, create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers and attend a Transfer 101 Workshop.

Note: MAT 111◊ or MAT 114◊: meets Triton's Mathematics and/or Science general education requirement.

Semester Three: Fall
Course	Category	Credits
ENT 202 # Electricity Sustainable Applications	Core Course	4
ENT 260 ◊ # Jig & Fixture Design	Core Course	3
RHT 102 ◊ # English Rhetoric and Composition II	Communications Gen-ed	3
OR
SPE 101 ◊ # Principles of Effective Speaking	Communications Gen-ed	3
Take Credits Program Electives	Program Elective	6
	Total Semester Credits:	16
Next Steps	Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer). Attend a Ready to Apply Workshop. (Minus the GECC Credential)

Note: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101◊ and RHT 102◊. Students must complete RHT 101◊ with SPE 101◊, or RHT 101◊ with RHT 102◊. Students intending to transfer are encouraged to complete all three courses: RHT 101◊, RHT 102◊ and SPE 101◊ to meet university requirements.

Semester Four: Spring
Course	Category	Credits
ENT 206 # Programmable Logic Controllers II	Core Course	4
ENT 207 # Robotics II	Core Course	4
HTH 104 ◊ Science of Personal Health	Core Course	3
OR
HTH 281 ◊ First Aid CPR AED	Core Course	1
Take Credits Humanities	Humanities Gen-ed	3
Take Credits Social and Behavioral Science	Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed	3
	Total Semester Credits:	15-17
Next Steps	Meet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your transfer plan and apply to your transfer institution(s) if intending to transfer. Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabi.)

Notes: Social or Behavioral Science recommended electives: PSC 150◊ or HIS 151◊.

Humanities recommended electives: PHL 103◊ or PHL 105◊. PHL 105◊ fulfills the Human Diversity requirement for general education.

Program Electives (9):
Course	Category	Credits
ENT 100 Introduction to Manufacturing	Core Course	4
ENT 103 ◊ Introduction to Automation	Core Course	3
ENT 116 ◊ Fabrication Processes	Core Course	4
ENT 117 ◊ Computer Numeric Controls I	Core Course	4
ENT 118 ◊ # Computer Numeric Controls II	Core Course	4
ENT 127 ◊ Materials Manufacturing & Test Processes	Core Course	3
ENT 255 ◊ # Autodesk Inventor Design & Rendering	Core Course	3
ENT 280 ◊ # Solidworks Design & Rendering	Core Course	3
ENT 290 ◊ # Cooperative Work Experience	Core Course	2
ENT 291 # Cooperative Work Experience	Core Course	2
ENT 295 ◊ # Applied Statics	Core Course	3
ENT 296 ◊ # Special Topics in Engineering Technology	Core Course	1 - 4

(Select courses that meet the requirements of your transfer college.)

See Associate in Applied Science Graduation Requirements by discipline: https://triton.smartcatalogiq.com/2023-2024/triton-college-catalog/applied-science-programs/associate-in-applied-science-degree-requirements/

See ENT course descriptions.

Chairperson: Antigone Sharris, Ext. 3622; email: [e-mail]; Cell Phone: [phone]

KEY (AAS/CERT)
General Education	Communications, Fine Arts, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science (see individual degree requirements).
Core Course	Course(s) listed in a semester the student is required to take.
Program Elective	Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in the ‘Program Electives’ section (if any) for this program.	If intending to transfer, choose courses accepted by your transfer institution.
General Elective	Course(s) chosen by the student, if needed, above and beyond core courses and program electives (if any), to complete the Program Total Credits.
◊ symbol	This course is articulated. (course transfers to 3 or more Illinois State schools, as an elective or equal course-to-course)
# symbol	This course has a prerequisite. (course(s) student takes prior to taking this course)