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Mechatronics Technology Technical Certificate

For more information, contact the Business and Technology division at 615-230-3301 or at bustechinfo@volstate.edu.

The certificate program is offered for students interested in employment as a technician in an integrated multidisciplinary environment. Instruction in mechatronics provides students with the knowledge and hands-on training in electronics, mechanics, and computers to work in a variety of industrial and manufacturing related businesses. The certificate offers opportunities for employment preparation and skills enhancement.

The Mechatronics Technology Technical Certificate is embedded within the Associate of Applied Science in Mechatronics Technology and within the Associate of Arts and the Associate of Science, General Studies areas of emphasis.  Courses in this certificate may be used to award these degrees.

Program​ Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the graduate will have developed the skills, knowledge and abilities to accomplish the following:

  1. The graduate will have demonstrated a basic understanding of the electrical and mechanical components in a mechatronics system.

  2. The graduate will demonstrate a basic understanding of pneumatic, electro pneumatic and hydraulic control circuits in a mechatronics system.

  3. The graduate will demonstrate a basic understanding of digital logic and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) in a mechatronics system. 

  4. The graduate will have demonstrated a basic ability to use troubleshooting techniques, correct malfunctions, and apply safety rules with respect to electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components used in a mechatronics system.

CIP Code: (09) 15.0403.00     SOC Code: 17-3024

Certificate Requirements - Credits (18)

Total Certificate Requirements - Credits (18)

Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule. Learning Support, prerequisites, and other academic factors may impact this schedule.  See your advisor to create a degree plan.

DegreeWorks, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning.  Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the DegreeWorks audit, which is accessible through My Volstate.

All courses required for completion of this certificate are offered at both the Gallatin and the Cookeville Campuses during the day and all 1000 level MECH courses are also offered at the Gallatin campus during the evening.

First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (9)

First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (9)