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Electro Mechanical Technology AAS
Program Available at:
- Eastfield
- Mountain View
Catalog Year 2022-2023 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Applied Science
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
For more information, visit the Dallas College Manufacturing Technology webpage and your success coach at your campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Advanced Manufacturing/Mechatronics Technology. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Electro Mechanical Technology. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official degree requirements.
Electro mechanical technology merges electronics, mechanics, fluid power, PLC and computer controls with sensors, transducers and actuators to manufacture a product or perform a task with minimal human intervention. This frees people from the routine tasks and allows them to focus on solving problems, fixing equipment breakdowns or improving processes. A person with these diverse skill sets has a wider range of employment opportunities and is prepared to adapt to changes in industry. The technician with training in Electro mechanical technology will be ready to take advantage of the new developments in industry and realize their potential to grow with changes in the global economy. Courses that complete the degree also complete the Mechatronics Technology Certificate (MTC) and Electronics Technology Level I Certificate (ETC) are noted below. The degree and Mechatronics Technology Certificate are offered at the Eastfield and Mountain View Campuses.
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official degree requirements. Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
MECHATRONIC TECHNICIAN APPRENTICESHIP
NOTE: Students who want to use the Continuing Education Mechatronic Technician Apprenticeship as a transition bridge to the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Mechatronics must complete one of the following:
- Mechatronics Technology Level 1 Certificate (EFC, MVC) OR
- Electronics Level 1 Certificate (EFC, MVC, RLC)
SEMESTER 1
CETT 1403 – DC Circuits (Course also applies to ETC)
CHOOSE ONE:
- ELMT 1405 – Basic Fluid Power (Course also applies to MTC) OR
- HYDR 1445– Hydraulics and Pneumatics (Course also applies to MTC)
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of "C" or better.
CHOOSE ONE:
- MATH 1314 – College Algebra This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of "C" or better. OR
- MATH 1332 – Contemporary Mathematics This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of "C" or better.
CHOOSE ONE:
- EECT 1104 – Electronic Soldering (Course also applies to MTC or ETC) OR
- CETT 1191 – Special Topics in Computer Engineering Technology/Technician (Course also applies to MTC or ETC) OR
- EECT 1191 – Special Topics in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering Technology (Course also applies to MTC or ETC)
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
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Meet with your success coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 2
CHOOSE ONE:
- MFGT 1404 – Automated Manufacturing (Course also applies to MTC) OR
- ELPT 1441 – Motor Control (Course also applies to MTC)
CETT 1405 – AC Circuits (Course also applies to ETC)
CHOOSE ONE:
CHOOSE ONE:
- SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication This is a Core course. OR
- SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking This is a Core course.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic and career path and program of study.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 3
MFGT 1406 – Mechanical Principles in Automated Manufacturing (Course also applies to MTC. Capstone course for the certificate.)
CETT 1425 – Digital Fundamentals (Course also applies to ETC)
ELPT 2419 – Programmable Logic Controllers I (Course also applies to MTC)
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
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If you are interested in completing a Cooperative Education course, meet with a faculty advisor or success coach advisor regarding placement.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 4
ELPT 2455 – Programmable Logic Controllers II
TECHNICAL ELECTIVE* (one course)
SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE** This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- CETT 1441 – Solid State Circuits Capstone course for the degree capstone course for the degree OR
- CETT 2480 – Cooperative Education-Computer Engineering Technology/Technician*** Capstone course for the degree (Course also applies to MTC and ETC) OR
- CETT 2280 – Cooperative Education-Computer Engineering Technology/Technician Capstone course for the degree (Course also applies to MTC) AND
- CETT 2281 – Cooperative Education-Computer Engineering Technology/Technician Capstone course for the degree.
*Technical elective must be selected from the following: CETT 1407, CETT 1429, CETT 1449, CPMT 1403, EECT 1491, HART 1407, MCHN 1454,
WLDG 1471.
** There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
***Students who complete CETT 2480 will fulfill the requirement to take CETT 2280 AND CETT 2281.
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Electro Mechanical Technology A.A.S. and the Mechatronics Technology Certificate or Electronics Technology Level I Certificate.
- Sign up for Commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 15
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS