Electro Mechanical Technology AAS

For more information, visit the Dallas College Electronics/Electro-Mechanical webpage and your success coach at your campus.

This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Electronics/Electro Mechanical. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Electro Mechanical Technology. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official degree requirements.

Electro mechanical technology merges electronics, mechanics, fluid power, PLC and computer controls with sensors, transducers and actuators to manufacture a product or perform a task with minimal human intervention. This frees people from the routine tasks and allows them to focus on solving problems, fixing equipment breakdowns or improving processes. A person with these diverse skill sets has a wider range of employment opportunities and is prepared to adapt to changes in industry. The technician with training in Electro-mechanical technology will be ready to take advantage of the new developments in industry and realize their potential to grow with changes in the global economy. Courses that complete the degree also complete the Mechatronics Technology Occupational Skills Award (MTA), Mechatronics Technology Certificate (MTC), Electronics Technology Occupational Skills Award (ETA) and Electronics Technology Level I Certificate (ETC) are noted below. The degree and Mechatronics Technology Certificate are offered at the Eastfield and Mountain View Campuses.

Visit http://www.dallascollege.edu/transfer and select "Transfer from Dallas College,” then click on a university to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your success coach to choose courses that will help you to transfer to a specific university​​.

Catalog Year       2024-2025      You may use this pathway if you entered one of the seven colleges on or before this date.

Degree Type       Associate of Applied Science

GPA Requirement       Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher

TSI       Must be Complete

SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS

All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official degree requirements. Students must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher.

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS

MECHATRONIC TECHNICIAN APPRENTICESHIP

NOTE:  Students who want to use the Mechatronic Technician as a transition bridge to the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Electro Mechanical Technology must complete one of the following:

• Mechatronics Technology Level 1 Certificate (EFC, MVC) OR
• Electronics Technology Level 1 Certificate (EFC, MVC, RLC)

SEMESTER 1

CETT 1403 – DC Circuits (Course also applies to ETA, ETC)

CHOOSE ONE:

• ELMT 1405 – Basic Fluid Power (Course also applies to MTA, MTC) OR
• HYDR 1445– Hydraulics and Pneumatics (Course also applies to MTA, MTC)

CHOOSE ONE: 

• MATH 1314 – College Algebra This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of "C" or better. OR
• MATH 1332 – Contemporary Mathematics (Quantitative Reasoning) This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of "C" or better.

• EECT 1104 – Electronic Soldering (Course also applies to ETA, MTA, MTC or ETC) OR
• EECT 1191 – Special Topics in Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician (Course also applies to ETA, MTA, MTC or ETC)

SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS

1. Meet with your success coach to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.

2. Meet with your success coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.

   ​Total Hours: 15​

SEMESTER 2

CHOOSE ONE:

• MFGT 1404 – Automated Manufacturing (Course also applies to MTA, MTC) OR
• ELPT 1441 – Motor Control (Course also applies to MTA, MTC)

CETT 1405 – AC Circuits (Course also applies to ETA, ETC)

CHOOSE ONE:

• ELPT 1455 – Electronic Applications (Course also applies to ETC) OR
• CETT 1429 – Solid State Devices (Course also applies to ETC)

• SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication This is a Core course.
• SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking This is a Core course. OR
• SPCH 1321 – Business and Professional Communication This is a Core course.

SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS

1. Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic and career path and program of study.

   ​Total Hours: 15​

SEMESTER 3

MFGT 1406 – Mechanical Principles in Automated Manufacturing (Course also applies to MTC. Capstone course for the certificate.)

CETT 1425 – Digital Fundamentals (Course also applies to ETA, ETC)

CHOOSE ONE:

• ELPT 2419 – Programmable Logic Controllers I (Course also applies to MTA, MTC) OR
• RBTC 1401 – Programmable Logic Controllers (Course also applies to MTA, MTC)

* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.

SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS

1. Meet with your success coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
2. If you are interested in completing a Cooperative Education course, meet with a faculty advisor or success coach advisor regarding placement.

3. Meet with your success coach to apply for the Electronics Technology Occupational Skills Award and the Mechatronics Technology Occupational Skills Award.

   ​Total ​​​Hours: 15

SEMESTER 4

ELPT 2455 – Programmable Logic Controllers II

TECHNICAL ELECTIVE* (one course)

SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE** This is a Core course.

CHOOSE ONE: 

• CETT 1441 – Solid State Circuits Capstone course for the degree capstone course for the degree OR
• CETT 2280 – Cooperative Education-Computer Engineering Technology/Technician Capstone course for the degree (Course also applies to MTC and ETC) AND
• CETT 2281 – Cooperative Education-Computer Engineering Technology/Technician Capstone course for the degree. OR
• CETT 2480 – Cooperative Education-Computer Engineering Technology/Technician

*Technical elective must be selected from the following: CETT 1407, ELPT 2449, HART 1407, RBTC 1405, RBTC 1451, WLDG 1471, WLDG 1428, WLDG 1430.
** There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.

SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS

1. After reviewing your program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Electro Mechanical Technology A.A.S., the Mechatronics Technology Certificate and the Electronics Technology Level I Certificate.
2. Sign up for Commencement.
3. Join the Alumni Network!

    Total Hours: 15​  

DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS