Electro-Mechanical Technology

About Electro-Mechanical Technology

The Electro-Mechanical Technology Associate Degree program prepares students to work at the intersection of mechanical systems, electronics, and industrial automation. Students gain hands-on experience with PLCs, sensors, motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and robotic systems used in modern manufacturing environments. The curriculum emphasizes troubleshooting, system integration, and maintenance of electromechanical equipment. Coursework includes AC/DC circuits, industrial wiring, mechanical drives, fluid power, process control, robotics, and programmable logic controllers. Graduates are equipped to interpret technical drawings, program automated systems, and ensure efficient operation of machinery. This program is ideal for careers in industrial maintenance, automation, and advanced manufacturing support.

What you’ll learn

• Disassemble machinery or equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
• Repair or replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery or equipment.
• Repair or maintain the operating condition of industrial production or processing machinery or equipment.
• Examine parts for defects, such as breakage or excessive wear.
• Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs.
• Observe and test the operation of machinery or equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs.
• Clean, lubricate, or adjust parts, equipment, or machinery.
• Analyze test results, machine error messages, or information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems.
• Record repairs and maintenance performed.
• Read, write, and edit PLC programs.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair PLC I/O wiring.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair power distribution systems.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical wiring and circuitry.
• Install, troubleshoot, and replace AC, DC, and 3-phase motors.
• Install, troubleshoot, and replace proximity sensors, photo-eyes, magnetic switches and other sensors.
• Install, troubleshoot, and replace motor controls such as variable frequency drives and across the line starters.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair temperature control systems using thermocouples and RTDs. 

Sample Job Titles 

Perform work involving the skills of two or more maintenance or craft occupations to keep machines, mechanical equipment, or the structure of a building in repair. Duties may involve pipe fitting; HVAC maintenance; insulating; welding; machining; carpentry; repairing electrical or mechanical equipment; installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment; and repairing buildings, floors, or stairs.

Building Maintenance Mechanic, Building Mechanic, Equipment Engineering Technician, Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Man, Maintenance Mechanic, Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Worker

Essential Skills Needed

This program requires a variety of foundational skills for students to thrive. Click the button below to view the full list of essential skills you’ll need before enrolling.