Course Descriptions

Mechatronics EC and IS 

(Mechatronics 1: Electrical Components / Industrial Safety) 

     Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12           

Prerequisite:  Algebra 1 (either as a prerequisite or concurrently)

Mechatronics 1 is focused on Industrial Technology. Mechatronics is a new interdisciplinary field involving mechanical, instrumentation, electronics, robotics/automation, computer components, and control systems. The program prepares students who like to work with their hands as well as their minds. Mechatronics is a dynamic field that changes daily with the rapid improvements in technology and computer systems. Systems are networked to meet the demands of automated manufacturing processes, and technicians are trained to meet necessary entry-level industrial skills and entry into a postsecondary program at a technical college. Dual credit may be available through some SC technical colleges. Students who successfully complete these courses plus additional requirements will be prepared to sit for the Siemens Online quick STEP Training - Industry Services and OSHA certification exams. Students will be introduced to FluidSim, RobotC, Autodesk Inventor, and Camtasia. 

Mechatronics Components 

(Mechatronics 2: Components Electric Drives/Hand & Power Tool Op)

     Grades:  10, 11, 12           

Prerequisite:  Mechatronics EC and IS (Mechatronics 1) 

Mechatronics 2 is focused on Hand and Power Tool Operations. Mechatronics is a new interdisciplinary field involving mechanical, instrumentation, electronics, robotics/automation, computer components, and control systems. The program prepares students who like to work with their hands as well as their minds. Mechatronics is a dynamic field that changes daily with the rapid improvements in technology and computer systems. Systems are networked to meet the demands of automated manufacturing processes, and technicians are trained to meet necessary entry-level industrial skills and entry into a postsecondary program at a technical college. Dual credit may be available through some SC technical colleges. Students will be introduced to FluidSim, RobotC, Autodesk Inventor, and Camtasia. 

Electro Pneumatics and Hydraulics (Mechatronics 3) 

     Grades:  10, 11, 12           

Prerequisite:  Mechatronics Components (Mechatronics 2) 

Mechatronics 3 is focused on Hydraulics & Pneumatics. Mechatronics is a new interdisciplinary field involving mechanical, instrumentation, electronics, robotics/automation, computer components, and control systems. The program prepares students who like to work with their hands as well as their minds. Mechatronics is a dynamic field that changes daily with the rapid improvements in technology and computer systems. Systems are networked to meet the demands of automated manufacturing processes, and technicians are trained to meet necessary entry-level industrial skills and entry into a postsecondary program at a technical college. Dual credit may be available through some SC technical colleges. Students will be introduced to FluidSim, RobotC, Autodesk Inventor, and Camtasia. 

Mechatronics SF and PC 

(Mechatronics 4: Digital Fundamentals and Programmable Controllers 

     Grades:  10, 11, 12           

Prerequisite:  Mechatronics EC and IS (Mechatronics 3) 

Recommended for Grade 11, 12; Prerequisite: Electro Pneumatics and Hydraulics (Mechatronics 3) 

Mechatronics 4 is focused on AC-DC Circuits. Mechatronics is a new interdisciplinary field involving mechanical, instrumentation, electronics, robotics/automation, computer components, and control systems. The program prepares students who like to work with their hands as well as their minds. Mechatronics is a dynamic field that changes daily with the rapid improvements in technology and computer systems. Systems are networked to meet the demands of automated manufacturing processes, and technicians are trained to meet necessary entry-level industrial skills and entry into a postsecondary program at a technical college. Dual credit may be available through some SC technical colleges. Students will be introduced to FluidSim, RobotC, Autodesk Inventor, and Camtasia. Sections 1, 2, 3, and 4 are the minimum standards for articulation of Mechatronics to (some) technical colleges in South Carolina.