Mechatronics & Industry 4.0

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3 Skills Lab Hours Description This course provides students with an overview of the field of mechatronics, including industrial revolutions, connected devices, control systems, simulation and automated equipment. Concepts are paired with a series of lab activities where students construct a small-scale assembly line in a modular fashion, simulate that assembly line and validate functionality in production. Students also learn appropriate workplace communication and soft skills that are demanded by manufacturing employers. Upon completing this course, learners have the opportunity to sit for three industry credentials at no cost: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) Introduction to Mechatronics, Industry 4.0 and Mike Rowe Works Work Ethic Certification.