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    Mechatronics Engineering Technology    
Full-Day Senior Only & Adult Program – 1080 hrs
Campus: Mount Joy | CIP Code: 47.0303
Program Mission Statement
The mission of the Mechatronics Engineering Technology program is to prepare people for skilled, innovative and productive careers.
Program Goals
  •   All Mechatronics Engineering Technology students will demonstrate proficiency on the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) and earn National Skill Certificates; i.e. National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI), Advanced Manufacturing/Integrated Systems Technology certificate, and Pennsylvania Skill Certificates.
  •   All Mechatronics Engineering Technology students will successfully transition on to a first career job and/or related post-secondary training.
  •   All Mechatronics Engineering Technology students will be proficient in their career major and demonstrate proficiency through hands-on performance and theoretical testing.
Program Description
Students in this program focus on all aspects of industrial and commercial machines and robotics. This program, which is aligned with the National Center for Integrated Systems Technology (NCIST) in Advanced Manufacturing and the National Institute for Metal Working Skills (NIMS) Level II Machine Maintenance and Repair, includes instruction in operation, set-up, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of machines and systems found in a commercial facility, packaging plant or medical facility where high tech equipment is being used. Curriculum and instruction includes the areas of: Industrial Electricity, Electronics, Sensor Technology, Machine Operations and Maintenance, Industrial Electronics, Computer Machine Controls, EPA Refrigerant Certification, Refrigeration, Machine Repair, Industrial Machining Skills, Motors and Control Applied Physics, Fluid Power, Mechanical Components, Blueprint Reading, and Quality Control. Students use a wide variety of tools for preventative maintenance of making repairs. Individuals entering this career should possess good mechanical aptitude, eye-hand coordination, manual dexterity, critical thinking skills and the ability to work as a team member to complete projects.troubleshooting and repair of machines and systems found in a commercial facility, packaging plant or medical facility where high tech equipment is being used. Curriculum and instruction includes the areas of: Industrial Electricity, Electronics, Sensor Technology Machine Operations and Maintenance, Industrial Electronics, Computer Machine Controls, EPA Refrigerant Certification, Refrigeration, Machine Repair, Industrial Machining Skills, Motors and Control Applied Physics, Fluid Power, Mechanical Components, Blueprint Reading, and Quality Control. Students use a wide variety of tools for preventative maintenance of making repairs. Individuals entering this career should possess good mechanical aptitude, eye-hand coordination, manual dexterity, critical thinking skills and the ability to work as a team member to complete projects.
Recommended Courses
  •   3 years of science including Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Physical Science
  •   3 years of Social Studies including US and World History, with attention given to civic learning
  •   4 years College Prep English
  •   4 years College Prep Math including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and a higher level math
Employment Opportunities
  •   Electrical Engineer
  •   Industrial Engineer
  •   Machine Operator
  •   Machine Set-Up Operator
  •   Maintenance Helper/Assistant
  •   Maintenance Technician
  •   Packaging/PLA Technician
  •   Parts Repair & Sales
  •   Preventive Maintenance Mechanic
  •   Repair Technician
  • Advanced Credits Through Tech Prep Articulations
  •   Harrisburg Area Community College
  •   Pennsylvania College of Technology
  •   Reading Area Community College
  •   Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
  • Program Instructor(s)

    Harold Hartman, Jr.
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