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Career Studies Certificate
Blue Ridge Community College
Program Details
Career Studies Certificate in Applied Mechatronics II
Career Studies CertificateCareer Studies Certificate in Applied Mechatronics II
Blue Ridge Community College
The Applied Mechatronics II program provides students who already possess an understanding of electrical and mechanical fundamentals further instruction in the areas of mechanics and electrical systems. This career studies certificate prepares students for entry level positions as mechanical or electrical technicians in manufacturing.
Program Overview & Guidance

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Program Credit Requirements

Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio
and the requirements for the selected program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Career Studies Certificate in Applied Mechatronics II
16
Career Studies Certificate in Applied Mechatronics II
16
221-736-04 Applied Mechatronics II
16
Applied Mechatronics II
16
IND 181
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ELE 124
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
CAD 161 or CAD 140
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
MAC 157
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ETR 237
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ETR 177
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
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This requires a minimum GPA of 2
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

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Associate Transfer Degree Completion | SDV 100, College Success Skills, will be granted to all students who have completed an associate degree or baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university. BRCC will award applicable transfer credit for courses completed at other post-secondary educational institutions, provided certain criteria are met. Students should complete the Transcript Evaluation Request form to start the evaluation process. https://www.brcc.edu/admissions/transferring-credits/ |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | BRCC will award applicable transfer credit for courses completed at other post-secondary educational institutions, provided certain criteria are met. Students should complete the Transcript Evaluation Request form to start the evaluation process. https://www.brcc.edu/admissions/transferring-credits/ |
Credit for Prior Learning | https://www.brcc.edu/admissions/transferring-credits/credit-for-prior-learning/ |
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College Level Information

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Is This College Right For Me? | What can you do with a BRCC degree or certificate? Guarantee transfer to a great 4-year school, fix cars or planes, take care of people or animals, and so MUCH more! |
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Where Can This Degree Transfer

This section displays degrees most closely related to this program
and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the
next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to
visit that program page.
Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
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Central Virginia Community College | AAS in Mechatronics | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
Eastern Shore Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Technical Studies | Associate | Associate in Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology - Mechatronics Technician Specialization | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Mechatronics | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Mechatronics | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
Wytheville Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Machine Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
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17-3026.00 | Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff. May perform time and motion studies on worker operations in a variety of industries for purposes such as establishing standard production rates or improving efficiency. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
17-3026.01 | Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Implement production processes and operate commercial-scale production equipment to produce, test, or modify materials, devices, or systems of unique molecular or macromolecular composition. Operate advanced microscopy equipment to manipulate nanoscale objects. Work under the supervision of nanoengineering staff. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
Cost To Complete
