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2014-2015 Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
2014-2015 Catalog & Student Handbook Archived Catalog

Mechatronics Technology A.A.S.


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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.

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.

 

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