Mechatronics Engineering Technology, BS

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Mechatronics Engineering Technology, BS Degree Map

The Mechatronics Engineering Technology program offers a comprehensive education that blends mechanical engineering, electronics, and computer science to prepare students for the dynamic field of modern manufacturing and automation. This interdisciplinary program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in industries that require the integration of various engineering disciplines. The curriculum places emphasis on manufacturing processes, automation, codes and standards, Lean Six Sigma, computer-aided Manufacturing, and electronics. This program prepares students for immediate employment and lays the groundwork for lifelong learning in the ever-evolving fields of mechatronics and automation technology.

University Core Curriculum Requirements

Communication - 010

Three hours from:

ENGL 1301 - Rhetoric and Composition Credit(s): 3

Three hours from:

INCM 1305 - International and Intercultural Communication Credit(s): 3
SPCH 1315 - Public Speaking Credit(s): 3
SPCH 1318 - Interpersonal Communication Credit(s): 3
SPCH 2333 - Teamwork and Group Communication Credit(s): 3

Mathematics - 020

Three hours from:

MATH 1314 - College Algebra Credit(s): 3

Life and Physical Science - 030

Six hours from:

CHEM 1311 - General Chemistry I Credit(s): 3
PHYS 1310 - Fundamentals of Electronics Credit(s): 3

Language, Philosophy and Culture - 040

Three hours from:

ENGL 2309 - Introduction to Mythology Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2322 - British Literature to 1800 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2323 - British Literature from 1800 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2327 - American Literature to 1865 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2328 - American Literature from 1865 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2332 - World Literature to 1650 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2333 - World Literature from 1650 Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2341 - Introduction to Literature Credit(s): 3
HIST 2311 - Western Civilization I Credit(s): 3
HIST 2312 - Western Civilization II Credit(s): 3
HIST 2321 - World Civilizations I Credit(s): 3
HIST 2322 - World Civilizations II Credit(s): 3
PHIL 1301 - Introduction to Philosophy Credit(s): 3
PHIL 1304 - Introduction to World Religions Credit(s): 3
PHIL 2306 - Introduction to Ethics Credit(s): 3

Creative Arts - 050

Three hours from:

ARTS 1301 - Art Appreciation Credit(s): 3
ARTS 1303 - Art History I (Prehistoric to the 14th century) Credit(s): 3
ARTS 1304 - Art History II (14th Century to the present) Credit(s): 3
DANC 2303 - Dance Appreciation Credit(s): 3
DRAM 1310 - Theatre Appreciation Credit(s): 3
DRAM 2366 - Film and Culture Credit(s): 3
MUMH 1307 - Intro to Music Literature Credit(s): 3
MUSI 1306 - Music Appreciation Credit(s): 3

American History - 060

Six hours from:

HIST 1301 - United States History I Credit(s): 3
HIST 1302 - United States History II Credit(s): 3

Government/Political Science - 070

Six hours from:

GOVT 2305 - Federal Government Credit(s): 3
GOVT 2306 - Texas Government Credit(s): 3

Social and Behavioral Science - 080

Three hours from:

ANTH 2351 - Cultural Anthropology Credit(s): 3
ECON 2301 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credit(s): 3
ECON 2302 - Principles of Microeconomics Credit(s): 3
GEOG 1303 - World Regional Geography Credit(s): 3
MCOM 1307 - Survey of Mass Communication Credit(s): 3
PSYC 2301 - General Psychology Credit(s): 3
SOCI 1301 - Introduction to Sociology Credit(s): 3

Component Area Option - 090

Three hours from:

ENGL 1302 - Research and Argument Credit(s): 3

Three hours from:

BUSI 2304 - Business Communication Credit(s): 3
ENGL 2311 - Technical and Scientific Writing Credit(s): 3
FREN 1311 - Elementary French I Credit(s): 3
FREN 1312 - Elementary French II Credit(s): 3
GERM 1311 - Elementary German I Credit(s): 3
GERM 1312 - Elementary German II Credit(s): 3
PORT 1311 - Elementary Portuguese I Credit(s): 3
PORT 1312 - Elementary Portuguese II Credit(s): 3
SGNL 1301 - Beginning American Sign Language Credit(s): 3
SGNL 1302 - Intermediate American Sign Language Credit(s): 3
SPAN 1311 - Elementary Spanish I Credit(s): 3
SPAN 1312 - Elementary Spanish II Credit(s): 3

College Requirements

Required Courses

CHEM 1111 - General Chemistry I Lab Credit(s): 1
MATH 2326 - Applied Calculus Credit(s): 3
PHYS 1110 - Fundamental of Electronics Laboratory Credit(s): 1
PHYS 1301 - Mechanics and Heat Credit(s): 3
PHYS 1101 - Mechanics and Heat Laboratory Credit(s): 1
PHYS 1302 - Electricity, Sound and Light Credit(s): 3
PHYS 1102 - Electricity, Sound and Light Laboratory Credit(s): 1

Mechatronics Engineering Technology Major Courses

Required Courses

CSCI 1302 - Computer Science Principles Credit(s): 3
ENGR 1301 - Foundations in Engineering I Credit(s): 3
ENGR 1001 - Foundations in Engineering I Lab Credit(s): 0
ENGR 2310 - Geometric Modeling for Mechanical Design Credit(s): 3
ENGR 2010 - Geometric Modeling for Mechanical Design Lab Credit(s): 0
MTEC 1110 - Metrology Lab Credit(s): 1
MTEC 1210 - Metrology Credit(s): 2
MTEC 1220 - Machines and Tooling Credit(s): 2
MTEC 2221 - Introduction to CAM Credit(s): 2
MTEC 2301 - Engineering Statics Credit(s): 3
MTEC 2322 - Automation and Control Systems Credit(s): 3
MTEC 2330 - Mechanics for Mechatronics Credit(s): 3
MTEC 2342 - Materials Science Credit(s): 3
MTEC 3130 - Codes and Standards I Credit(s): 1
MTEC 3131 - Codes and Standards II Credit(s): 1
MTEC 3140 - Mechatronics Engineering Lab I Credit(s): 1
MTEC 3141 - Mechatronics Engineering Lab II Credit(s): 1
MTEC 3232 - Lean Six Sigma Credit(s): 2
MTEC 3310 - Applications of Fluids and Heat Transfer Credit(s): 3
MTEC 3323 - Advanced Automation and Control Systems Credit(s): 3
MTEC 3343 - Digital Systems Design Credit(s): 3
MTEC 3043 - Digital Systems Design Lab Credit(s): 0
MTEC 3344 - Microcomputer Interfacing Credit(s): 3
MTEC 3044 - Microcomputer Interfacing Lab Credit(s): 0
MTEC 4060 - Engineering Capstone Design I Lab Credit(s): 0
MTEC 4260 - Engineering Capstone Design I Credit(s): 2
MTEC 4070 - Engineering Capstone Design II Lab Credit(s): 0
MTEC 4270 - Engineering Capstone Design II Credit(s): 2
MTEC 4310 - Engineering Economics Credit(s): 3
MTEC 4324 - Robotics Credit(s): 3
MTEC 4356 - Electrical Machines and Transformers Credit(s): 3

Co-Op Experience Graduation Requirement

Every student graduating from the Mechatronics Engineering Technology program is required to participate in a Co-Op experience. Students are encouraged to start applying for Co-Op opportunities during the spring semester of their sophomore year. To satisfy this requirement, the student must coordinate with the faculty advisor to ensure that the Co-Op experience contains significant technical expertise. From this Co-Op experience, the student will be required to prepare a formal engineering report using the standard template and deliver a 15-minute presentation to an audience.

In-Residence Requirement

Undergraduate Degree Programs

Undergraduate degrees require at least 25% semester credit hours completed in-residence.

Undergraduate degrees with 120 hours total degree program hours require a minimum of 30 advanced (upper level) in-residence semester credit hours. The in-residence hour requirement will be fulfilled as part of the individual discipline major, which includes as least 12 advanced in-residence semester credit hours. Minor requirements also may contribute to the total in-residence hours as at least six advanced in-residence semester credit hours are required. The balance of in-resident hours will be fulfilled through additional advanced semester credit hours and may include further major and minor coursework.

Undergraduate degrees with more than 120 total degree program hour requirements will ensure semester credit hours for the specific discipline include at least 25% of total semester credit hours in-residence.

View HOP policy 02-214.

Grade Requirements

A grade of at least C in each first-year English course (ENGL 1301 , ENGL 1302 )
A C average in work completed in the major field
A C average in work completed in the minor field

The required averages are based on those SFA courses taken in each category that are included in the student’s official degree plan (Degree Works). Transfer and advanced placement coursework are not included in GPA calculations.

Texas Success Initiative Program

All students must satisfy provisions of the Texas Success Initiative program. See the TSI information catalog page.