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2013-2014 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
2013-2014 Catalog and Student Handbook Archived Catalog

Mechatronics Technology A.A.S.


Mechatronics Technology
Career Readiness
Associate of Applied Science Degree

This career program will provide the academic knowledge and practical experience necessary to prepare students for employment as a highly skilled mechatronics technician. The concentration is specifically provided for students who are interested in working as a technician in an integrated multidisciplinary industrial environment. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be afforded the opportunity to complete the Level 2 Certification Examination to become a Siemens Certified Mechatronics Systems Associate. This program is designed for students who do not intend to transfer to a four-four institution.

ADMISSION TO THE MOTLOW COLLEGE A.A.S. DEGREE IN MECHATRONICS

 Application Procedure

  •  Must be 18 or older to apply unless participating in the high school dual enrollment program.
  •  Apply and be accepted for admission to Motlow State Community College.
  •  Submit the separate Mechatronic Program Application by established deadline.
  •  Take the COMPASS examination in all areas or have current ACT scores.

Selection Criteria

Below are the criteria for acceptance into the Mechatronic

  • Achieve a minimum score of 15 on the COMPASS math examination.
  • For individuals that score equally on the COMPASS math examination, preference will be given to a certified Trade Adjustment Act worker, a Veteran possessing a DD214 in accordance with the VetGuide Appendix A document, or any other “covered person” under the Jobs for Veterans Act.
  • Individuals that score equally on the COMPASS math examination, and without preferential status, the date/time stamp on the emailed letter of acceptance will be used to fill the remaining slots in the classes.
  • Applicants will be notified of their status by email 45 days prior to the start of classes.  After the notification deadline, additional successful applicants will be admitted as space allows and will be contacted by email.

 

Semester Hours Credit: 63


 

DUAL/JOINT ENROLLMENT PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Any student seeking to enter the mechatronics certificate program must meet the dual/joint enrollment criteria and have a recommendation by his/her instructor. Dual/Joint enrollment students may be subject to additional entrance criteria on an as needed basis and as established by the program chair.