Technology Studies: Robotics and Mechatronics Technician, AS

Program Description

As part of the Connecticut College of Technology (COT), the Technology Studies A.S. degree provides the knowledge and skills within specific high-demand technology fields. The program consists of lecture and lab course work in engineering, technology, industrial technology, mathematics, sciences, and foundational requirements that provide a solid comprehensive background for continuation in a four-year technology degree program or entry into the workforce. Upon completion of a Technology Studies A.S. degree, students can transfer to Central CT State University or the University of Hartford to complete designated B.S. degrees.

This program has an embedded Robotics and Mechatronics Technician Certificate.

Learning Outcomes

1. Apply mathematical, scientific and technological principles and concepts to identify and formulate solutions to technical problems.
2. Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to solve technical problems.
3. Demonstrate the ability to function on teams.
4. Recognize the need to engage in life-long learning.

Robotics and Mechatronics Learning Outcomes

1. Technical knowledge of the electrical sciences vital to automated electric power systems, control systems, communication systems, and sensing systems.
2. Technical knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power generation, transmission, control, and maintenance.
3. Technical knowledge of mechanical control systems, timing systems, and power transmission systems from a maintenance and repair perspective.
4. Technical knowledge of the generation, logic, and application of digital signals as applied in automated mechatronic systems.
5. Practical knowledge of robotic systems that would include function, operation, programming, and maintenance of multiple industry leading robot vendors.
6. Skill in the maintenance of mechatronic systems, the diagnosis of root causes of points of failure in those systems, and the strategies of troubleshooting solutions.
7. Extensive on campus maintenance and repair practicum with state-of-the-art educational systems constructed of components from industry leading vendors including Fanuc, Festo, Siemens, Rockwell Automation, Allen Bradley, ABB, Bridgeport, Microsoft, et al.

Degree Requirements

• Technology Studies: Robotics and Mechatronics Technician Certificate