MEC 220P - Mechatronics Practicum

Credits: 3
150 Practicum Hours

Prerequisites: Instructor Permission
Description
Students develop and implement a project plan approved by the instructor that integrates the skills and knowledge obtained over the previous semesters of study. This course broadens students’ knowledge with respect to technology suppliers, equipment and applications. Students may build projects in collaboration with local industry.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:

Establish obtainable project objectives.
Develop a work plan, budget and schedule for faculty approval.
Explain the relationship of the work plan to mechatronics specialization, business objectives, the environment, society and individual workers or consumers.
Implement the work plan, using oral and written communications skills to document and communicate activities and results.
Configure a mechatronic system.
Perform a post completion audit of the project identifying the processes, procedures and technology.
Present project results to stakeholders and collaborators.

Listed Topics

Quality assurance
Automation operations
Multiple station control
Project management
Implementation of integrated mechatronics system
Project presentations

Reference Materials
Instructor-approved textbook and materials

Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals:

Communication
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 03/09/2026
Last Reviewed: 03/09/2026

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