ACADEMIC PLAN: 221-736-01
CIP CODE: 15.0613
AWARD: Career Studies Certificate
LENGTH: Less than 1 Year
Purpose:
As automation is now prevalent in manufacturing, local industry has a growing need for employees with 21st century technical skills that include a mix of electrical, mechanical, and computer-based engineering, or mechatronics. Through surveys and numerous site visits, local employers have indicated a current gap in areas such as AC/DC electronic fundamentals, engineering graphics, PLC control and troubleshooting, and analytical and mathematical reasoning. With an emphasis on preparing students with both soft skills and the specific manufacturing/mechatronic skills, students in the program can attain the requisite standards and skills to enter the workforce upon completion of the 1-2 year program. Additionally, with the provision of the internship and five nationally recognized industry credentials, students may be better prepared and have greater opportunity for employment.
The purpose of the career studies certificate is to prepare students for full-time employment in the automation manufacturing industry upon completion of the program. This curriculum with an emphasis in hands-on training will prepare students as entry-level skilled technicians incorporating both soft and 21st century technical skills.
Admissions Requirements:
Individuals are eligible for admission to CVCC if they are high school graduates or the equivalent, or if they are eighteen years of age or older and able to benefit academically from study at the community college, as demonstrated by assessment in reading, writing, and mathematics. Students with deficiencies in English or Mathematics will be required to take appropriate developmental courses. Students should schedule an appointment with a Counselor to discuss these admission requirements.
Program Requirements:
All students expected to complete the requirements for a degree, diploma, certificate, or career studies certificate must complete an Application for Graduation.
Courses:
The Program Pathway for Mechatronics CSC is a resource for students that lists the following items:
- The recommended order in which to take the program courses
- Suggested course when more than one option exists
- Which semester each course is typically offered
- If the course has a prerequisite
- Courses that may lead to a certificate (if offered in the program)
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