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The term Mechatronics is a combination of 鈥渕echanical鈥� and 鈥渆lectronics鈥� and is a high-growth career field rich with opportunity. This program is designed for people who are interested in plant maintenance, set up, installation, and assembly. Mechatronic professionals act as a link between manufacturing technicians and engineers and in most cases work from conception to completion of a project. As a student in the Mechatronics Engineering Technology program you will be versed in mechanical, electronic, and computer control systems. You鈥檒l also learn about fluid power, automation, and robotics to create machines with a variety of capabilities.
Metallica's foundation, 'All Within My Hands,' in partnership with the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC), generously provides scholarships to Mechatronics students. Learn more on the Metallica Scholars page.
Campuses: Faribault, North Mankato, and Online with iMEC
Program Start Dates: Fall and Spring Semesters
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Employment Outlook
Placement
Placement
- Percentage of FY23 graduates available for employment placed in related occupation: 100%
- Percentage of FY23 graduates continuing their education: 46.2%
Source: Minnesota State system follow-up survey on the status of graduates by program/major - FY2023
Transfer Options
Once you have finished your associate of applied science degree in Mechatronics Engineering Technology, an established transfer agreement allows you to apply SCC credits towards a bachelor of science degree in operations management at Minnesota State University Moorhead
Train for a Mechatronics Career Anytime, Anywhere
色中色's award-winning Mechatronics program is now available through iMEC (Internet Mechatronics Education Curriculum). Our innovative distance learning platform that brings expert training directly to you. Whether you're learning from home, your workplace, or a partner high school, you'll receive the same hands-on education that SCC has been delivering on campus since 2009.
Schools or organizations interested in purchasing the iREAL trainer user in the iMec program can learn more on the .
iMec Details
What Makes iMEC Different?
Traditional online programs struggle to teach the hands-on skills that Mechatronics demands. iMEC solves this with the iREAL (Independent Remote Experiment Automation Lab) trainer, a comprehensive portable lab kit that lets you complete real Mechatronics exercises remotely. You'll troubleshoot actual systems, work with PLCs, and develop the technical skills employers need, all while learning on your own schedule.
The program combines live online instruction with practical labs using professional-grade equipment. Students complete four full courses entirely online while gaining the same troubleshooting and diagnostic experience as on-campus students.
High School to Career Pipeline
High school students can earn college credit through our partnerships with local schools. Using Minnesota's PSEO program or dual enrollment in other states, eligible students take college-level Mechatronics courses while completing high school鈥攐ften with tuition covered by the state.
Local high school instructors work alongside SCC faculty to deliver the curriculum, ensuring students receive both expert instruction and local support. This creates a clear pathway from high school directly into our Mechatronics Associate of Applied Science degree program.
Proven Results
Distance learning students achieve the same outcomes as on-campus students, with the added flexibility to learn from anywhere. The program removes geographic and scheduling barriers while maintaining the rigorous, hands-on training that makes SCC Mechatronics graduates highly sought after by employers.
Industry partners across multiple locations now have access to specialized training that was previously unavailable in their areas. Educational institutions can offer advanced Mechatronics training without the significant investment in lab equipment and specialized instructors.
Ready to Start Your Mechatronics Career?
Whether you're a high school student exploring career options, a working professional looking to advance, or an employer seeking workforce development solutions, iMEC provides flexible access to industry-leading Mechatronics education.
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