Mechatronics Technology:
voice: 956.364.4736
fax: 956.364.5178
toll-free: 800.852.8784
Department Chair:
Mailing Address: Mechatronics Technology
TSTC Harlingen
1902 North Loop 499
Harlingen, TX 78550
Location: Mechatronics Technology is located in the Mechatronics & Telecommunications Building
Office Hours: M - F: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat., Sun.: Closed
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Hands
On Training in electricity, electronics, computers & automation
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What
is an Electromechanical Engineering technician?
The EMM Technician
has a strong foundation in the areas of electricity, power electronics, mechanics
and manufacturing. This program of study uses the latest industrial grade equipment,
providing solid training through "hands-on" laboratories.
- The students
acquires knowledge and skills in the following areas:
- Electricity,
Power Electronics and Computer Control
- AC/DC Motors,
Conveyors and Motor Controls
- Programmable
Logic Controllers
- Hydraulics and
Pneumatics
- Manufacturing
Systems
- Sensors
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Where
is electricity used?
In
business and industry:
Today's industry could not exist without electricity. Electric motors are used
to run pumps, drills, lathes, milling machines, and other tools. Automated machines
mass produce parts for products that are assembled on electrically operated
conveyor belts. Electricity runs elevators and moving stairs in stores and office
buildings. Electric signs are used to advertise products and businesses.
In
the home:
The house needs to be wired correctly to carry electricity. Some electric appliances
used in your home include: Electric irons, dishwashers, washing machines, dryers,
vacuum cleaners, electric stoves, microwave ovens, toasters, and food mixers.
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What
are my degree choices?
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What
kind of equipment will I use during training?
The
EMM laboratories include:
Electrical/Mechanical lab equipped with: industrial control, mechanical and
fluid power trainers.
The Programmable Logic Controller lab equipped with: IDEC, Toshiba and Allen
Bradley programmable controllers with electromechanical interface.
The Industrial Electronics/Sensors lab equipped with: electronic workbenches
with PC's connected to data acquisition boards.
The Manufacturing lab includes: three industrial size robots, pneumatic robot
workstation, CNC mill machine, and conveyor belt system.
See the what's H.O.T and students
in action sections for actual look at equipment used in the laboratory.
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Is
this career for me?
EMM is a program
of study that provides education in many areas that apply in a wide variety
of positions within a manufacturing company or a business. This career provides
exposure and experience working side by side with other technicians and engineers.
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Who
employs EMM technicians?
Here are some companies
that have employed EMM technicians:
- Intel Co.
- Barrera Supply
- Pace foods
- King Industrial
- Motorola
- Texas Instruments
- Dell computers
- Levi's Co.
- United Technologies
- Tadim
- Oryx Energy
Co.
- Regency Plastics
- Union Carbide
- Southwestern
Bell
- Formosa
- Security Plastics
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Is
there time for other activities?
The EMM Club offers
participation in a variety of campus activities and promotes student interest
through field trips to potential places of employment.
The EMM laboratories
are conveniently located next to the student center and school cafeteria. This
offers time for relaxation and entertainment just when you need it.
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How
to get in touch with the EMM department?
Contact David
Turbeville,
Program Chairman @ 956.364.4735
Contact
Diego
Villarreal, Lab Assistant @
956.364.4736
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