Robotics and Automation/Mechatronics

The Robotics and Automation degree offers a unique, interdisciplinary program which prepares students for positions in high technology fields applying the principles of science, engineering, and mathematics to solve technical problems. The comprehensive curriculum addresses the impact of technology on engineering and manufacturing processes and carefully integrates machining, optics, electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing technologies. Students are provided with extensive hands-on laboratory experience and work on team projects which simulate industry scenarios.

In addition to the degree, MCC is now also offering a Robotics and Automation micro-credential!  Local companies need a workforce skilled in robotics and automation and MCC’s new micro-credential will have you ready to join that field with an exciting career in just 11 weeks! You’ll earn while you learn—tackling a paid work experience while taking special college courses, earning college credit and be job ready when you’re done. You’ll gain valuable paid work experience by working three days a week while attending classes, a mix of classroom and hands-on lab work, eight hours a day, two days a week. Upon completion, you’ll be ready to enter the workforce. If you’d like to continue your studies, this micro-credential can also be used to earn MCC’s Industrial Automation-Mechatronics Certificate or Industrial Automation Technology A.A.S. degree. For more information on MCC’s Robotics & Automation Micro-Credential Program, please contact Engineering Technologies Chairperson Bill Hunt at: whunt3@westridgeparkapartments.com

• Robotics and Automation Technology Program Information
• Robotics and Automation - Mechatronics Certificate Program Information

The Robotics and Automation Technician must have a thorough knowledge of existing technologies. Our integrated courses will provide knowledge in product design using SolidWorks, machining components with Mastercam, and manufacturing products using Lean Manufacturing. The capstone project will require students to work on cross-functional teams, combining the use of mechanical, electrical, machining, and optics, to design and build the solution to an open-ended technical problem. The required internship will provide students with workplace experiences. These experiences will show students how their skills and knowledge are applied in actual situations.

Upon completion of the program students can begin careers as technicians in product design, system troubleshooting, manufacturing process development, evaluation of components and systems, and translating engineering designs into end-products.

High school Algebra is required (Regents level strongly recommended), and one-half year of physics or physical science is recommended.

The Robotics and Automation program was designed to prepare students for employment. Transfer into a four year technical program will require additional bridge courses in higher level math and science. Students who want to enter into management positions will be able to transfer credits into a Technology Management program.

For more information contact us at (585) 292-2002.