Contact Information
LeAnne Jaenisch, associate professor/program coordinator
leanne.jaenisch@ndscs.edu
701-671-2176
Barnard Hall 206
Delivery Methods
Face-to-Face: Wahpeton
The Mechatronics Engineering Technology (MET) program is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to succeed in industries utilizing robotics and automated systems while preparing them for transfer into four-year engineering and/or engineering technology programs.
The program combines disciplines such as robotics, computer networking, automated controls, mechanics, and fluid power utilized in manufacturing and production facilities.
Industries that hire MET graduates with the skill sets learned in this program include; manufacturing, pharmaceutical, food production, energy, defense, and agriculture.
A MET program graduate may work performing installations, troubleshooting, repairing, and programming for automated systems, or may fulfill the roles of an entry-level engineering technician.
A Mechatronics Engineering Technology student will experience a combination of lecture and lab classes with knowledgeable instructors, using hands-on real-world applications and scenarios which will prepare the student for a lifelong career while preparing for follow-on education of four-year institution, if desired.
NOTE: This program requires an HP EliteBook Laptop or equivalent. Please refer to the NDSCS website for specifications. For further information, contact LeAnne Jaenisch, program coordinator, at 701-671-2176.
Admission Requirements*
The applicants must be high school graduates or equivalent. Students considered for acceptance must complete all admission requirements.
Please Note: Students are placed into English, math and reading courses based on ACT, ACCUPLACER or other nationally recognized tests. Please see www.NDSCS.edu/current-students/student-success/test-center for the NDSCS Course Placement Policy and testing information. Students may be on an extended plan of study pending their course placement.
*Program Admission Requirements are subject to revision. Please check the department or program website under Program Admission Requirements for current information.
Award
Upon successful completion of the required courses, students will be awarded an Associate in Applied Science degree in Robotics, Automation and Mechatronics Technology – Mechatronics Engineering Technology.