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Program at a Glance

2.5 Year Bachelor's Degree
124 Total Credits

2 Courses Per Term
5 Week Terms

ABET Accredited Program
Through the ETAC

Transfer Credits
Up to 93 Credits

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Mechatronics ESET Degree Concentration Overview

Build your future in automation and robotics with a Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology (ESET) with a concentration in Mechatronics. This degree program is ABET-accredited, ensuring it meets globally recognized standards of quality and rigor in engineering technology education.

The curriculum provides a strong foundation in electronic systems design, alongside the ability to integrate them with mechanical components and control systems. You'll focus on designing and developing the electronic control systems that power complex mechatronic devices. This program equips you with the skills to tackle real-world challenges in automation, manufacturing, and beyond.

Plus, students can complete this degree program in just 2.5 years, preparing you to make a quick impact in the field. 

Knowledge and Skills

Graduates should grow in the following areas:

  • Technical and Analytical Skills:
    Apply your knowledge to solve problems in electrical, electronic, and related fields. 
  • Systems Integration:
    Analyze and implement complex systems that combine hardware, software, and mechanical components. 
  • Electronic Systems Design:
    Design and integrate electronic systems with a foundation in analog and digital electronics.
  • Data Analysis:
    Conduct tests, analyze data, and implement findings to improve processes.

University Benefits

On Campus or Online

Learn your way with in-person collaboration or online simulations and flexible schedules.

Graduate Faster

Our year-round, accelerated, programs let you earn your degree in just 2.5 years.

Simplified Scheduling

Your degree path is pre-scheduled, so you can focus on learning, not course registration.

Programmatic Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology at the Virginia Beach and Newport News, VA campuses and Online is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET, www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Electrical/Electronic(s) Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs Program Criteria.

Flexible Learning Environments

Campus

Our campuses provide an immersive classroom setting, interacting directly with professors and classmates in real-time. Benefit from face-to-face discussions, hands-on labs, and the immediate support of instructors.

Online

Flexible and convenient, online learning allows you to study on your own time, from anywhere. Access lectures, lab simulations, and course materials online, collaborating with classmates through virtual forums and discussions.

Hybrid

To enhance flexibility, many campus courses are delivered via synchronous hybrid format, where students engage in both online learning activities and real-time interactions with instructors and classmates.

Mechatronics (ESET) Curriculum

Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology

Featured Courses

Materials Science EET191

Students will learn about structures, properties, and applications of metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites commonly used in industry while also developing problem-solving skills in materials selection, evaluation, measurement and testing.

Hydraulics and Pneumatics Systems MET230

This course introduces students to the theory and operation of hydraulic and pneumatic devices and systems. Students will learn various applications for power transmission and control systems.

Program Requirements

To receive the Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology, students must earn 124 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 8 semesters, which is equivalent to 30 months or 120 weeks of instruction. The program requirements are as follows:

Fulfill ALL of the following requirements:

ELECTRICITY

Complete ALL of the following Courses:

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
EET110Electric Circuits I3
ESET111Electric Circuits II3
ESET111LElectric Circuits II Lab1
ESET310Circuit Analysis3

AND

ANALOG ELECTRONICS

Complete ALL of the following Courses:

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
EET120Semiconductor Devices3
EET121Electronic Systems Applications3
EET220Industrial Applications3
EET221LInstrumentation and Measurement Lab1

AND

DIGITAL ELECTRONICS

Complete ALL of the following Courses:

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
EET130Digital Systems I3
EET230Digital Systems II3
EET230LDigital Systems LAB1

AND

NETWORKING

Complete ALL of the following Courses:

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
CST160Introduction to Networking3

AND

PROGRAMMING

Complete ALL of the following Courses:

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
SDC100Introduction to Programming3
EET207Applied Engineering Programming3

AND

CONTROL SYSTEMS

Complete ALL of the following Courses:

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
EET231Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers3
EET231LIntroduction to Programmable Logic Controllers LAB1
EET331Programmable Controllers and Robotics3
EET331LProgrammable Controllers and Robotics Lab1

AND

SENIOR PROJECT

Complete ALL of the following Courses:

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
EET411Senior Project3
EET411LSenior Project LAB1

AND

EMBEDDED AND DRIVE SYSTEMS

Earn at least 4 credits from the following:

Choose one lecture course and corresponding lab.

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
EET390Motor Drives3
EET390LMotor Drives Lab1
EET430Microcontrollers3
EET430LMicrocontrollers Lab1

Fulfill ALL of the following requirements:

*For allowable substitutions of arts and sciences courses, see the Arts and Sciences Department page.

Complete ALL of the following Courses:

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
CAP480Arts and Sciences Capstone3
COM115Principles of Communication3
ENG110College Composition3
ENG120Advanced Composition3
HUM205Culture, Thought, and the Human Experience3
MTH131College Algebra3
MTH200Pre-Calculus3
MTH220Applied Calculus I3
MTH320Applied Calculus II3
PHY120Physics3
PHY120LPhysics Lab1

AND

Choose two of the following courses.

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
ECO201Macroeconomics3
ECO202Microeconomics3
PSY105Introduction to Psychology3
PSY225Industrial/Organizational Psychology3

Complete ALL of the following Courses:

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
COR191Career Orientation1
CST120Computer Configuration I3
ET102Engineering Math and Software Applications3
FOR110Essentials for Success3

Complete ALL of the following Courses:

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
MET191Materials Science3
MET192Engineering Graphics Communication3
MET192LIntroduction to 3-D Modeling Lab1
MET211Statics3
MET230Hydraulics and Pneumatics Systems3
MET410Dynamics3

Fulfill ANY of the following requirements:

BUSINESS

Complete ANY of the following Courses:

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
BUS102Fundamentals of Customer Service3
BUS121Introduction to Business3
BUS242Emerging Technologies and World of AI3
BUS328Business Process Improvement3
BUS328LBusiness Process Improvement LAB1
PMT472Applied Project Management3
PMT472LApplied Project Management LAB1

OR

ELECTRONICS

Complete ANY of the following Courses:

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
EET233Robotics and Smart Manufacturing (SM)3
EET233LRobotics and Smart Manufacturing (SM) LAB1
EET301Special Topics in Engineering Technology3
EET350Overview of Electronic Security Devices3
EET352Engineering Economics3

OR

INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Complete ANY of the following Courses:

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
CST140Introduction to Operating Systems3
CYB120Introduction to Python Programming3
CYB120LIntroduction to Python Programming Lab1

OR

MECHANICAL

Complete ANY of the following Courses:

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
MET114Introduction to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD and T)3
MET213Advanced 3D Modeling3
MET221Manufacturing Processes3
MET223Applied Machine Tools3
MET224CNC Machines Operation3
MET230LHydraulics and Pneumatics Systems Lab1
MET311Mechanisms3
MET313Applied Strength of Materials3
MET330Applied Fluid Mechanics3
MET330LApplied Fluid Mechanics LAB1

OR

EXTERNSHIP

Complete ANY of the following Courses:

Course IDCourse NameCredit Hours
EET302Externship-EET Sr. III3
EET306Externship-EET Sr. I-a1
EET307Externship-EET Sr. I-b1
EET308Externship-EET Sr. I-c1
EET309Externship-EET Sr. II2

Certifications

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Security Plus Certification

Institutional Accreditation

ECPI University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees. ECPI University also offers credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.

Questions about the accreditation of ECPI University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

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