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8/22/2024 2:48:03 PM
Engineering Technology/Mechatronics, Associate in Applied Science
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:
- Identify electronic and mechanical parts of an automated system.
- Use electrical wiring diagrams and symbols in making a mechatronics product.
- Install, program, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
- Implement safety regulations required for operation of the system.
- Resolve equipment problems.
- Differentiate between thermal, mechanical, fluid and electrical power systems in a variety of settings.
- Measure in inches and metric system.
- Present as part of a design team, the ethics that should be practiced in designing a product.
(Reviewed Fall 2022)
Placement Measures
Program Map for Students
| 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 |
| 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◊.
| ENT 115 ◊ Fluid Power | Core Course | 3 |
| ENT 204 Programmable Logic Controllers I | Core Course | 3 |
| ENT 205 Robotics I | Core Course | 4 |
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| MAT 111 # ◊ Pre-Calculus | Core Course | 5 |
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| MAT 114 # ◊ Plane Trigonometry | Core Course | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 13-15 |
| 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.
| ENT 202 # Electricity Sustainable Applications | Core Course | 4 |
| ENT 260 ◊ # Jig & Fixture Design | Core Course | 3 |
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| RHT 102 ◊ # English Rhetoric and Composition II | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
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| SPE 101 ◊ # Principles of Effective Speaking | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
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| Take Credits Program Electives | Program Elective | 6 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 16 |
| 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) |
| ENT 206 # Programmable Logic Controllers II | Core Course | 4 |
| ENT 207 # Robotics II | Core Course | 4 |
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| HTH 104 ◊ Science of Personal Health | Core Course | 3 |
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| HTH 281 ◊ First Aid CPR AED | Core Course | 1 |
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| 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 |
| 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.
| 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/2024-2025/triton-college-catalog/applied-science-programs/associate-in-applied-science-degree-requirements/
See ENT course descriptions.
Chairperson: Antigone Sharris, Ext. 3622; email: antigonesharris@triton.edu; Cell Phone: (773) 580-8807
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) |