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.
Electromechanical Technology 2016-2017 Graduation Employment Stats
| Graduates | 9 |
| Graduates Responding | 5 |
| Employed in Related Occupation | 4 |
| Employed in Non-related Occupations | 0 |
| Seeking Employment | 0 |
| Continuing Education | 0 |
| Not in Labor Market | 1 |
Salary Data - Related Employment
| Part Time | Full Time | |
|---|---|---|
| Responding | 0 | 4 |
| Average Hours Per Week | 45 | |
| Median Hourly Wage | $22.04 | |
| Hourly Wage Range | $15.00 - $24.00 | |
| Median Annual Salary | $54,202 |
Respondents in Related Occupations
- Electromechanical Maintenance Technician; Kwik Trip Inc., La Crosse, WI
- Maintenance Tech; D&S Manufacturing, Black River Falls, WI
- Production Maintenance; Kwik Trip Inc., La Crosse, WI
- Service Technician; Tri-State Business Machines, La Crosse, WI
Career Opportunities
Program Outcomes
- Use effective communication skills
- Apply mathematical concepts
- Transfer social and natural science theories into practical applications
- Demonstrate ability to think critically
- Demonstrate ability to value self and work ethically with others in a diverse population
- Use technology effectively
- Make decisions that incorporate the importance of sustainability
- 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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Program Specific Requirements
To enroll in the Electromechanical Technology program, first apply for admission to the College. Once your application is processed, you will be asked to set up a meeting with an instructor to go over the expectations of the program.
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Electromechanical Technology
Prior Learning:
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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Courses
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.