Mechatronics Engineering Technology, Advanced Certificate

College(s):

Richard J. Daley

Program Code: 0452

Program Requirements

Required Program Core
340MFGT 105Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing I3
340MFGT 106Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing II3
340MFGT 107Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing III3
340MFGT 108Robotics I3
340MFGT 109Introduction to Manual Machining3
340MFGT 110CNC I Operations3
340MFGT 153Welding I GMAW3
or 340MFGT 195 Manual Machining II
340MFGT 188Industrial Electricity I3
340MFGT 189Industrial Electricity II - Motors3
340MFGT 288Industrial Electricity III - PLC's I3
Total Hours30

Pathway

This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Mechatronics Engineering Technology. This does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If this pathway is followed as outlined, you will earn Basic Certificates (BC) in Manufacturing Technology and CNC Technology and an Advanced Certificate (AC) in Mechatronics Engineering Technology. 

Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students

All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters.

Plan of Study Grid
Semester 1Hours
340MFGT 105 Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing I 3
340MFGT 106 Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing II 3
340MFGT 107 Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing III 3
340MFGT 108 Robotics I 3
340MFGT 153
Welding I GMAW
or Manual Machining II
3
 Hours15
Semester 2
340MFGT 109 Introduction to Manual Machining 3
340MFGT 110 CNC I Operations 3
340MFGT 188 Industrial Electricity I 3
340MFGT 189 Industrial Electricity II - Motors 3
340MFGT 288 Industrial Electricity III - PLC's I 3
 Hours15
 Total Hours30

Careers

This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.

Industrial Machinery Mechanics

Job Description

Repair, install, adjust, or maintain industrial production and processing machinery or refinery and pipeline distribution systems. May also install, dismantle, or move machinery and heavy equipment according to plans.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$41,837
Median 50th Percentile$63,229
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$83,705

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$20
Median 50th Percentile$30
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$40

Annual Job Openings

295 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less39.09%
A certificate47.22%
Some college0.00%
An Associate degree13.70%
A Bachelor's degree0.00%
A Master's or Professional degree0.00%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

0.00% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians

Job Description

Operate, test, maintain, or adjust unmanned, automated, servomechanical, or electromechanical equipment. May operate unmanned submarines, aircraft, or other equipment to observe or record visual information at sites such as oil rigs, crop fields, buildings, or for similar infrastructure, deep ocean exploration, or hazardous waste removal. May assist engineers in testing and designing robotics equipment.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$71,386
Median 50th Percentile$123,531
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$134,327

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$34
Median 50th Percentile$59
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$65

Annual Job Openings

6 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less10.83%
A certificate31.72%
Some college7.33%
An Associate degree29.83%
A Bachelor's degree10.97%
A Master's or Professional degree5.59%
A Doctoral degree or more3.72%

20.28% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Robotics Technicians

Job Description

Build, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$71,386
Median 50th Percentile$123,531
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$134,327

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$34
Median 50th Percentile$59
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$65

Annual Job Openings

6 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less9.09%
A certificate22.73%
Some college0.00%
An Associate degree45.45%
A Bachelor's degree22.73%
A Master's or Professional degree0.00%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

22.73% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment

Job Description

Repair, test, adjust, or install electronic equipment, such as industrial controls, transmitters, and antennas.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$48,424
Median 50th Percentile$64,807
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$97,345

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$23
Median 50th Percentile$31
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$47

Annual Job Openings

34 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less22.02%
A certificate32.27%
Some college0.00%
An Associate degree45.71%
A Bachelor's degree0.00%
A Master's or Professional degree0.00%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

0.00% continue their education beyond an associate degree