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Mechatronics Engineering Technology

Western Kentucky University

Bachelor's DegreeCIP: 15.0407

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Locations

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  • Bowling Green, Kentucky

    1906 College Heights Blvd, Bowling Green, Kentucky, 42101-1000

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

TroubleshootingRepairingCritical ThinkingOperations MonitoringReading ComprehensionEquipment MaintenanceActive ListeningComplex Problem SolvingMonitoringQuality Control AnalysisOperation and ControlJudgment and Decision Making

Knowledge

Engineering and TechnologyComputers and ElectronicsMechanicalEnglish LanguageDesignProduction and Processing

Abilities

Deductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningNear VisionProblem SensitivityInformation OrderingFinger DexterityOral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionVisualizationControl PrecisionArm-Hand SteadinessPerceptual SpeedManual Dexterity

Tasks

  • Make repairs to robots or peripheral equipment, such as replacement of defective circuit boards, sen
  • Troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electron
  • Install, program, or repair programmable controllers, robot controllers, end-of-arm tools, or convey
  • Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, elec
  • Install or program computer hardware or machine or instrumentation software in microprocessor-based
  • Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequences of ass
  • Program and calibrate drones for specific missions or tasks, ensuring proper functionality and performance.

Technology

Analytical or scientific softwareComputer aided design CAD softwareObject or component oriented development softwareDevelopment environment softwareIndustrial control softwareProject management softwareFacilities management software

Tools

Adjustable widemouth pliersBinocular light compound microscopesChart recordersCoordinate measuring machines CMMCopy machinesElectric drillsFlow metersForce gaugesFrequency countersFunction generatorsHammersHydraulic dataloggersHydrometersLaser facsimile machinesLaser interferometersAnalog oscilloscopesComputerized numerical control CNC lathesComputerized numerical control CNC machining centersConductivity sensorsDesktop computersDigital camerasDigital multimetersDigital oscilloscopesDigital tachometersDirect current DC power suppliesDrill pressesDroneDeployDynamometersFixed wing unmanned aerial vehicles UAV

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Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Robotics Technicians17-3024.01
  • Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians17-3024.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: proficient (Level 3)(based on Bachelor's Degree)

  • Complex robotic system failures — troubleshoot autonomously across mechanical, electronic, and software domains to minimize unplanned downtime in a high-throughput manufacturing facility.
  • Programmable controllers, robot controllers, and end-of-arm tooling — install, program, and validate end-to-end without supervision to commission new automation cells.
  • Non-routine sensor, feedback, and motion control faults — analyze using deductive and inductive reasoning to identify root causes on unfamiliar robotic platforms.
  • Robot movement modification requirements — evaluate engineering change requests and implement precise program updates using industrial control and CAD/CAM software in production environments.
  • Full-scope preventive maintenance programs — execute across multiple robot types and generations, identifying systemic wear trends and recommending design improvements.
  • Hydraulic, pneumatic, and servo-drive systems — diagnose interdependencies and resolve cascading failures on integrated automation lines with minimal production impact.
  • Technical service documentation — author comprehensive repair histories, failure analyses, and procedural updates that meet quality management system standards.
  • Cross-functional technical problems — apply systems analysis and complex problem-solving skills to resolve automation issues spanning mechanical, electrical, and software interfaces.
  • CAD and analytical software tools — leverage to model component fits, interpret vibration data, and validate mechanical corrections on precision robotic assemblies.
  • Junior technicians and apprentices — guide through hands-on troubleshooting tasks, transferring practical knowledge of robot electronics and controller architecture on the job.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

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