Automation, Robotics & Mechatronics AAS 24ZD
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 1
Last Re-Certification Date: 8/17/2023
Program Description
The automation, robotics, and mechatronics field combines
mechanics, electronics and computer technologies to create
3smart4 products that improve lives in countless ways.
Mechatronics technicians help design, install, maintain and
repair industrial equipment and a wide variety of appliances
used in businesses and at home. These range from personal
and industrial robots to artificial limbs, automatic teller
machines (ATMs) and hybrid carsjust to name a few. A
holder of an associate degree in Mechatronics can manage,
investigate, repair and troubleshoot mechatronic and process
control systems along with optimizing systems for efficiency
and cost effectiveness. A mechatronics technician can work
in workshops, design labs, production facilities, and in field
service locations. Graduates of this program are hired in
various settings as Mechatronics Technicians, Robotics
Technicians, Electro-mechanical Technicians, Automation
Technicians, Maintenance and Repair Technicians and
Mechanical Engineering Technicians. Job skills include, but
are not limited to: assembling and installing mechatronic
tools and hardware systems; installing, implementing and
modifying software tools used in mechatronics systems;
using troubleshooting skills to identify, foresee, and prevent
possible problems with a system; programming mechatronic
modules and systems, especially Programmable Logic
Controllers (PLCs); implementing PLC networks, including
configuration and data transfer using bus systems; applying
knowledge of process control technology to automated
systems; and managing and influencing cost control and
process efficiency procedures for automated systems.
Established in 2018
CIP: 15-0406 Automation Engineer Technology/Technician.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Local Information
| The River Valley Workforce Investment Board requires growth information for the local workforce area. Employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show the following growth acocording to Illinois' Labor Market Information. | 11 |
| State Labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show the following growth. | 2 |
| Are your programs architecturally and programmatically accessible to individuals with disabilities? | Y |
| Does your organization have an EO policy? | Y |
| If the answer to EO #1a is yes, has a copy of your EO policy been submitted to Kane County Workforce Development in which your organization is headquartered? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a non discrimination and equal opportunity statement? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the provision of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the provision of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973? | Y |
| Do you have policy/procedures in effect requiring reasonable accommodations and auxiliary aids? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990? | Y |
| Does your policy contain a discrimination or sexual harassment complaint process procedure? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement or provision regarding sexual harassment? | Y |
| If the answer to EO#1a is no, will your organization agree to comply fully with the USDOL Equal Opportunity Assurance Statement - a signed copy is required to be filed with Kane County Workforce Development. Contact Jeanine Niedzwiedz for further information. | Y |
| Local labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted is greater than .1% | Y |
| State Labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show growth greater than .1%. | Y |
Provider Information
College of Lake County
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Associates Degree, Community College Certificate of Completion, Employment, Measurable Skills Gain (Lead to Credential)
80 Weeks ( 1943.00 Hours / 67.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $9,176.00 |
| Books | $1,906.00 |
| Fees | $2,176.00 |
| Total Cost | $13,258.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Admission Application prior to enrolling at the College of Lake County. Contact the Counseling Office @ 847-543-2060 to make an appointment to complete needed paperwork. All prospective students must show proof of High School/GED completion.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - Test Scores
- Reading - Test Scores
- Language - Language Proficiency
- Writing - College Reading and Writing Readiness
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
Performance Data
Program: Automation, Robotics & Mechatronics AAS 24ZD
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 1
Last Re-Certification Date: 8/17/2023
Program Description
The automation, robotics, and mechatronics field combines
mechanics, electronics and computer technologies to create
3smart4 products that improve lives in countless ways.
Mechatronics technicians help design, install, maintain and
repair industrial equipment and a wide variety of appliances
used in businesses and at home. These range from personal
and industrial robots to artificial limbs, automatic teller
machines (ATMs) and hybrid carsjust to name a few. A
holder of an associate degree in Mechatronics can manage,
investigate, repair and troubleshoot mechatronic and process
control systems along with optimizing systems for efficiency
and cost effectiveness. A mechatronics technician can work
in workshops, design labs, production facilities, and in field
service locations. Graduates of this program are hired in
various settings as Mechatronics Technicians, Robotics
Technicians, Electro-mechanical Technicians, Automation
Technicians, Maintenance and Repair Technicians and
Mechanical Engineering Technicians. Job skills include, but
are not limited to: assembling and installing mechatronic
tools and hardware systems; installing, implementing and
modifying software tools used in mechatronics systems;
using troubleshooting skills to identify, foresee, and prevent
possible problems with a system; programming mechatronic
modules and systems, especially Programmable Logic
Controllers (PLCs); implementing PLC networks, including
configuration and data transfer using bus systems; applying
knowledge of process control technology to automated
systems; and managing and influencing cost control and
process efficiency procedures for automated systems.
Established in 2018
CIP: 15-0406 Automation Engineer Technology/Technician.
Local Information
| The River Valley Workforce Investment Board requires growth information for the local workforce area. Employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show the following growth acocording to Illinois' Labor Market Information. | 11 |
| State Labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show the following growth. | 2 |
| Are your programs architecturally and programmatically accessible to individuals with disabilities? | Y |
| Does your organization have an EO policy? | Y |
| If the answer to EO #1a is yes, has a copy of your EO policy been submitted to Kane County Workforce Development in which your organization is headquartered? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a non discrimination and equal opportunity statement? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the provision of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the provision of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973? | Y |
| Do you have policy/procedures in effect requiring reasonable accommodations and auxiliary aids? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement that you comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990? | Y |
| Does your policy contain a discrimination or sexual harassment complaint process procedure? | Y |
| Does your EO policy contain a statement or provision regarding sexual harassment? | Y |
| If the answer to EO#1a is no, will your organization agree to comply fully with the USDOL Equal Opportunity Assurance Statement - a signed copy is required to be filed with Kane County Workforce Development. Contact Jeanine Niedzwiedz for further information. | Y |
| Local labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted is greater than .1% | Y |
| State Labor market analysis for employment positions associated with the training program being submitted show growth greater than .1%. | Y |
Provider Information
College of Lake County
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Associates Degree, Community College Certificate of Completion, Employment, Measurable Skills Gain (Lead to Credential)
80 Weeks ( 1943.00 Hours / 67.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $9,176.00 |
| Books | $1,906.00 |
| Fees | $2,176.00 |
| Total Cost | $13,258.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Admission Application prior to enrolling at the College of Lake County. Contact the Counseling Office @ 847-543-2060 to make an appointment to complete needed paperwork. All prospective students must show proof of High School/GED completion.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - Test Scores
- Reading - Test Scores
- Language - Language Proficiency
- Writing - College Reading and Writing Readiness
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction