This certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level Industrial Maintenance positions, with cross-over to Electrical and Instrumentation positions. The Fundamentals aspect of Mechatronics prepares the student by introducing a broad range of courses that peaks the interest of the learner, while expanding their industrial knowledge including Electrical, Mechanical, and Computer Science. The Mechatronics I Fundamentals Certificate is the best starting point for most students new to industrial maintenance or for students preparing to achieve an Associate’s degree in Mechatronics. Job opportunities may include, but are not limited to Process and Manufacturing Maintenance, along with Electrical or Mechanical Apprentice, or Construction Site Maintenance.
Students completing this certificate will earn national certifications from the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER). They will also start a NCCER transcript with University of Florida.
