Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Associate of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology/Mechatronics

Associate of Applied Science
Virginia Peninsula Community College

Mechanical Engineering Technology is a great fit for students who want to take a hands-on approach to mechanical engineering. Mechanical Engineering Technologists participate in the design, testing, and manufacturing of industrial machinery, consumer products, engines and other equipment. Virginia Peninsula’s AAS in Mechanical Engineering Technology program prepares students for the Siemens Mechatronics Level I Certification Exam. The curriculum is grounded in math, science and engineering principles with practical lessons in computer-aided drawing and design, composite materials, hydraulics, and other technical areas.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Virginia Peninsula Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
Related Programs & Certifications
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Credential That Prepares You For This Program
Credential
Career Studies Certificate in Mechatronics Technology
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Program Credit Requirements
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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 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.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology/Mechatronics
65
Associate of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology Degree Mechatronics Specialization
65
Plan GPA 956-02
65
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
OR
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 48 credits may be applied to this program.
ETR 150
3
ETR 150
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MTH 161
3
MTH 161
3
Earn 3 credits: Complete the following
Earn 3 credits: Use the following rules
Complete the following
Use the following rules
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
AND
Complete courses from the following Course:
SDV 100
1
SDV 100
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MEC 100
2
MEC 100
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MEC 155
3
MEC 155
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MEC 140
3
MEC 140
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MEC 113
3
MEC 113
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ELE 233
3
ELE 233
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MTH 162
3
MTH 162
3
Earn 3 credits: Complete the following
Earn 3 credits: Use the following rules
Complete the following
Use the following rules
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
AND
Complete courses from the following Course:
MEC 131
3
MEC 131
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MEC 165 or MEC 220
3
MEC 165 or MEC 220
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CAD 151
3
CAD 151
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PHY 201
4
PHY 201
4
Earn 4 credits: Complete the following
Earn 4 credits: Use the following rules
Complete the following
Use the following rules
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
AND
Complete courses from the following Course:
CAD 211 or CAD 241
3
CAD 211 or CAD 241
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
PHY 202
4
PHY 202
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Humanities Elective 3
3
Humanities Elective 3
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ENG 111
3
ENG 111
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MEC 132
3
MEC 132
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ECO 201
3
ECO 201
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
IND 243
3
IND 243
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ETR 177
3
ETR 177
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Social Science Elective (3 cr)
3
Social Science Elective (3 cr)
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Mech Dsgn Elective (3 cr)
3
Mech Dsgn Elective (3 cr)
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion Individuals who have already completed an associates degree should submit their transcripts for evaluation and transfer credit determination. The student development course requirement (SDV 100) is waived for those individuals.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Individuals who have already completed an associates degree should submit their transcripts for evaluation and transfer credit determination. The student development course requirement (SDV 100) is waived for those individuals.
Credit for Prior Learning https://catalog.vpcc.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=2654
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Virginia Peninsula Community College
College Level Information
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Transfer Student Aid
Financial Aid for Transfer Students
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College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me?

Virginia Peninsula Community College (VPCC) offers accessible education and workforce training to Virginia Peninsula residents. VPCC offers excellent educational programs developed in collaboration with other educational and industry partners, offered at affordable tuition, convenient locations, and flexible schedules. VPCC faculty deliver high-quality instruction and the small class sizes allow for more personalized attention for students. VPCC prepares students to transfer to four-year institutions or to gain employment in in-demand careers. VPCC offers scholarships, internships, and is nationally recognized for serving military members and their families. For additional information check out https://www.vpcc.edu/admissions/why.html

Transfer Student Catalog Year The student's catalog year determined by their first semester of attendance and program placement.
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance and program placement
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions Virginia's community colleges offer students more than the opportunity to earn a degree or certificate; they provide a gateway to the Commonwealth's four-year colleges. Through system-wide negotiated agreements, students who graduate from a Virginia community college with an associate degree and the minimum grade point average required by the four-year college are guaranteed admission to many of the Commonwealth's colleges and universities. Students should review the Guaranteed Admissions Agreement for the four-year institution they wish to attend to learn more about the process: https://www.vpcc.edu/services/advising/transfer.html
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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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
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology - Mechatronics Technician SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Blue Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Engineering TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology - Energy SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Bridgewater CollegeEngineering Major- BSBachelorBachelor of Science4-YearIn-Person
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
17-3027.01Automotive Engineering TechniciansAssist engineers in determining the practicality of proposed product design changes and plan and carry out tests on experimental test devices or equipment for performance, durability, or efficiency.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3027.00Mechanical Engineering Technologists and TechniciansApply theory and principles of mechanical engineering to modify, develop, test, or adjust machinery and equipment under direction of engineering staff or physical scientists.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3024.00Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and TechniciansOperate, test, maintain, or adjust unmanned, automated, servomechanical, or electromechanical equipment. May operate unmanned submarines, aircraft, or other equipment to observe or record visual information at sites such as oil rigs, crop fields, buildings, or for similar infrastructure, deep ocean exploration, or hazardous waste removal. May assist engineers in testing and designing robotics equipment.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3013.00Mechanical DraftersPrepare detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3024.01Robotics TechniciansBuild, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems.Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 65 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Associate of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology/Mechatronics at Virginia Peninsula Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 4 semesters or 2 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $165 Per Credit $10,725 $0 $10,725
Fees
Safety/Parking Fee $2 Per Credit $130 0 $130
Student Activity Fee $2 Per Credit $130 0 $130
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.