Career Details

  • Baldwin Prep’s Mechatronics program introduces students to a cutting-edge field in which computer, electrical, and mechanical engineering converge to create the future of industry and automation. Students learn skills and knowledge that are in demand worldwide, including robotics, control systems, and electromechanical systems.

Mechatronics

  • The mechatronics program incorporates computer, electrical and mechanical engineering for careers in industrial automation.  Average earning potential: $81,000.    Average completion time: 3 years

Skills Students Will Learn:

    • Electronics
    • Motors
    • Programmable Logic Controls
    • Robotics
    • Advanced Manufacturing
    • Hydraulics
    • Pneumatics

Post Secondary Degrees

  • Associates Degree Robotics/Mechatronics, Advanced Manufacturing, Electronics, Engineering Technology
  • Bachelors Degree Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer
  • Graduate Degree Mechanical Engineer

Dual Enrollment for college and high school

  • First Year DC Fundamentals, AC Fundamentals, Motor Controls I
  • Second Year Introduction to Programmable Controllers Sensors, Technology and Applications, Advanced Programmable Controllers
  • Third Year ntroduction to Robotic Programming, Introduction to Flexible Manufacturing Cells

Dual Enrollment

  • * Dual Enrollment Courses are offered through Coastal Alabama Community College

Future Career Opportunities & Income:

  • Occupation Median wage Avg openings in AL
    Robotics Technicians $50,400 164
    Automation Technicians $69,000 297
    Mechanical Engineer $125,000 90