Program Pathway | INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
Electrical Technology
Specialization in Mechatronics
Associate of Applied Science Degree
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Electrical Technology
Specialization in Mechatronics
Associate of Applied Science Degree Completion of this program will prepare students for employment as electrical technicians with emphasis on installation, power distribution, controls, programmable controls, mechanical systems and the maintenance of industrial machinery. In addition, this program aids in preparing students that are eligible to sit for the NEC Journeyman’s license and Siemens Certification Test. While completing this AAS degree, students will also complete the Applied Mechatronics and the Advanced Mechatronics Career Studies Certificates.
Program Length 2 years (5 semesters) Career Opportunities Electrician, Electrical/Electronics or Industrial Maintenance Technician, Industrial Field Service, or Maintenance Supervisor.
Is this pathway for you? Yes, if you have a strong work ethic, enjoy problem-solving, and work well with your hands.
G3 Eligible This program is G3 eligible. G3 Scholarships cover tuition and fees for Virginia residents of modest income who are pursuing high demand careers.
Tuition & Fees At only $162.11 per credit hour, you’ll save $10K
to $22K, in tuition costs alone, by starting at VHCC! Out-of-state students living within a 30-mile radius qualify for in-state tuition.
With 20+ years of experience as well as an Associate’s Degree in Electrical Technology and Siemens Certifications in Mechatronics instruction, Donnie Melvin is well versed in commercial and industrial maintenance and brings extensive practical, real-world experience to the classroom.
Donnie Melvin
Program Coordinator ISC 142A dmelvin@vhcc.edu | 276-739-2453
YOUR PROGRAM PATHWAY | 5 Semesters First Semester (Fall) DRF 161 Blueprint Reading ELE 157 Electricity Fundamentals MEC 140 Introduction to Mechatronics SDV 101 Orientation to College Success SAF 130 Industrial Safety-OSHA 10 TOTAL CREDITS Second Semester (Spring) MTH 111 Basic Technical Mathematics ENG 111 or 115 College Composition I or Technical Writing ITE 100 Introduction to Information Systems ELE 141 DC & AC Machines IND 243 Principles and Apps. of Mechatronics TOTAL CREDITS
Third Semester (Fall) BUS 100 Introduction to Business ELE 233 Programmable Logic Controllers I MEC 161 Hydraulics & Pneumatics ELE 245 Industrial Wiring PSY 120 Human Relations
2 6 3 1 1 13 3 3 3 4 3 16
TOTAL CREDITS
3 3 3 3 3 15
Fourth Semester (Spring) ELE 234 Programmable Logic Controllers II ELE 225 Electrical Control Systems PED Physical Education ELE 175 Systems Toubleshooting INS 232 Industrial Solid State Devices & Circuits
3 4 1 3 3
MUS 121 or REL 230
Music in Society or Religions of the World TOTAL CREDITS
3 17
Fifth Semester (Summer) WEL 110 Welding Processes ELE 132 National Electrical Code II TOTAL CREDITS
*For certain courses, substitutions are permitted. Visit vhcc.edu/GenEdCore and talk with your faculty advisor.
3 3 6
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Student to Faculty Ratio
80+
Programs of Study
84%
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