Mechatronics Degree - How to Get Started
The mechatronics program begins during the fall term. Are you starting classes in another term? Don’t worry! There still may be courses you can start taking if you’re starting college in a different term. Please contact the program advisors for details. Any student admitted to MHCC can sign up for classes in the program after reading, writing, and math placement requirements have been met. Registration for the fall term is open from May through September.
Complete the MHCC Application Process
It is easy to get started at MHCC. Simply follow the steps in our new student checklist. These include filling out the admission form, figuring out how to pay for college through programs like the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) or the Oregon Student Aid Application (ORSAA), connecting with our staff to choose classes, and more.
Applied to MHCC? Here's what to do next
After you have been admitted to MHCC, you will need to meet the course registration requirements in reading, writing, and math.
Placement Requirements Needed to Get Started in This Program
| READING | WRITING | MATH |
| Placement into RD115 or completion of RD090 | Placement into WR115 or completion of WR090 | Placement into MTH065 or completion of MTH060 |
Learn more about college placement testing
Sign up for classes
After completing the placement requirements, you can sign up for classes. First-term students should sign up for these classes:
- MEC101 Introduction to Mechatronics (one credit)
- MEC110 Introduction to Manual Machine Tools (three credits)
- MEC112 Measurement Tools (three credits)
- MEC121 Mechanical Drives I (four credits)
- MEC131 AC/DC Electrical Systems (three credits)
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Additional Program Costs
In addition to Mt. Hood Community College tuition, fees, and textbooks, there is a required tool list you’ll need to purchase to complete your coursework. These tools will be yours to keep when you start your career. Several of the courses in this program also require an additional fee, totaling about $1000 in total additional fees.
Textbooks per term range from $600-$1000, and can be purchased online through the college bookstore.
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