该学位课程是为刚进入机械维修领域的新学员和希望了解更多有关雇主当前所需要的知识和技能的现有维修雇员而设计的，该课程的毕业生将为进入该行业做好准备。在维护领域担任维护技术员或助理。指导内容涵盖了对机器进行动画和/或控制的基本能量类型。这些能量类型是机械能（固体），液压，气动和电能。学生将熟悉传导，控制和应用各种能源类型的机械组件，它们的相关图形符号以及利用它们进行图形通信的蓝图和示意图。<br> <br>本课程将检查，解释和利用基本的分析方法和概念，对于在动态高能工业机械世界中安全有效地工作至关重要。
This degree program is designed for both the new student entering the field of machine maintenance and for the current maintenance employee who wishes to learn more about the knowledge and skills currently in demand by employers. A graduate of the program will be prepared for entry into the installation, maintenance, or troubleshooting field as a Mechatronics Technician. Instruction covers the basic energy types that animate and/or control machinery. These energy types are mechanical energy (solids), hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical. The student will become familiar with machinery components that conduct, control and apply the various energy types. Additional areas of study include, mechanical fabrication, industrial and residential wiring, industrial rigging, motor logic control, electric fluid power, PLC (programable logic controller), automation and robotics (optional industry certification, available for MTX 150 only), and an optional forklift certification. Hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC troubleshooting is also covered.