Electromechanical Technology
- Associate of Applied Science
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With the mechanical and technical skills developed through our Electromechanical Technology program, you’ll be well prepared for a rewarding career in manufacturing. A combination of theory and hands–on experience, as well as general education courses, will give you the skills needed to enter a high-demand field working with automated control systems that integrate with computers, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical control systems. You’ll be exposed to the latest technology in the field and graduate with an up-to-date skill set.
The program emphasizes programmable logic controls, motor controls, circuit operations, and digital and analog systems. Graduates may work with computer-controlled machine tools, programmable logic controllers, fluid power systems, mechanical drives and mechanisms, automated systems, and robotics, to name a few of the many options.
*Please note that the delivery method for fall courses may change as the COVID-19 situation unfolds. Our goal is to ensure that teaching and learning happens in a safe environment. We will communicate updates as quickly as possible.
Electromechanical Technology 2018-2019 Graduation Employment Stats
| Graduates | 14 |
| Graduates Responding | 6 |
| Employed in Related Occupation | 4 |
| Employed in Non-related Occupations | 0 |
| Seeking Employment | 0 |
| Continuing Education | 2 |
| Not in Labor Market | 2 |
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| Responding | 0 | 4 |
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Program Outcomes
- Living responsibly
- Refining professionalism
- Cultivating passion
- Build or assemble electromechanical hardware
- Adhere to proper safety practices and procedures
- Troubleshoot and repair electromechanical and electronic equipment and systems
- Perform preventative maintenance
- Maintain parts and equipment inventory including service documentation
- Install, modify and program industrial network systems on the devices and control levels
- Modify, install, and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Modify, install, maintain, and program electronic and electromechanical systems
- Perform work safely
- Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems and devices
- Repair electrical and mechanical systems
- Communicate Technical Information
- Integrate electrical and mechanical systems and devices
- Adhere to all personal and professional rules, guidelines, and industry standards when in class or on the Western campus
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Electromechanical Technology
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Previous education and work experience could qualify for Credit for Prior Learning, saving you time and money. Find out more [1] about what may apply to this program.
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The following list is not the official course list for this program. It is intended to give students an idea of what coursework will be required.
Current students should use the MyWestern [2] self-service portal when registering for class.