The best way to describe mechatronics is to divide the word into two parts. “Mecha” for Mechanical Engineering and “Tronics” for Electronics (Electrical) Engineering. Mechatronics is simply a combination of Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering. To be specific about the science and technology behind mechatronics, we can say that mechatronics is an interdisciplinary field that combines elements of engineering, machining, information technology, robotics, and electronics. The primary responsibilities of mechatronics technicians are to assist the design, development, and engineering staff, as well as work closely with others to install, maintain, modify and repair mechatronic systems, equipment and component parts.
Overview of the Mechatronics program at LSSC
Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) will be offering a college credit certificate in Mechatronics starting Fall 2021. This certificate will prepare students for immediate employment and career advancement in companies that manufacture, service, sell, design, or support electro-mechanical systems that control machinery, automation, and/or processes. Students will be exposed to leading-edge technologies to give them the skills needed to be highly competitive in the workforce and prepared with the necessary foundational skills sought after by industry leaders today and for the future.
In this 30-credit house certificate program, students credit hour certificate program, students will learn
about robots, machines, electronics, pneumatics & hydraulics, electrical motor controls, sensors, computer-aided design (CAD), programming, programmable logic controls (PLC), diagnostics, computer numeric control (CNC), and other topics related to automated systems & robots. Students will learn the skills to install, troubleshoot, maintain and repair complex electro-mechanical equipment, and be prepared for a job as a mechatronics technician in this multidisciplinary, industrial field.
“One of the key components that makes our program unique is the fact that we focus not only on the college certificate itself, but we also focus on industry certifications,” said Alberto Luma, Program Manager of Engineering Technology at LSSC, “We’re very excited to be offering this new certificate in Mechatronics. Any type of student can be extremely successful in this program.”
The College Credit Certificate in Mechatronics at Lake-Sumter State College offers:
Overview of the Mechatronics program at LSSC
In this 30-credit house certificate program, students credit hour certificate program, students will learn
“One of the key components that makes our program unique is the fact that we focus not only on the college certificate itself, but we also focus on industry certifications,” said Alberto Luma, Program Manager of Engineering Technology at LSSC, “We’re very excited to be offering this new certificate in Mechatronics. Any type of student can be extremely successful in this program.”
Typical opportunities for graduates of mechatronics programs are shared in the table below.
PATHWAYS | CAREERS |
Engineering | Engineer |
Manufacturing | CNC Machinist |
Industrial Technology | Computer Aided Designer (CAD) |
Supply Chain | Robotics |
| Automation Technician |
| Maintenance Technician |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technician |
| Electro-Mechanical Technician |
| Mechanical Engineering Technician |
| Industrial Engineering Technician |
The College Credit Certificate in Mechatronics at Lake-Sumter State College offers:
- Dedicated faculty: Faculty with industry experience as well as academic credentials.
- Affordable tuition: LSSC has significantly lower costs than Florida's universities.
- Industry involvement: Our industry-focused certificate programs offer excellent connections to Central Florida employers.
- Hands-on experience: Practical, hands-on learning experiences prepare students to apply their knowledge to real-world situations.
- Career advancement: Graduates are prepared for immediate entry into the workforce upon certificate completion.
- Continuing education: Credits earned in this certificate program can be applied toward an Associate in Science in Engineering Technology at LSSC.
- Watch the new LSSC Mechatronics Video! LSSC Mechatronics Video
- Learn more about Lake-Sumter State College’s Mechatronics program at www.lssc.edu/mechatronics.
- Apply for the program go to: www.lssc.edu/admissions.
- Contact Alberto Luma, Program Manager, at LumaA@LSSC.EDU with questions regarding Mechatronics or the Engineering Technology programs.
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