The Mechatronics and Advanced Manufacturing Technology program prepares graduates for careers in the manufacturing industry. With growing reliance on automated technology in the manufacturing sector, technicians are being challenged to perform higher-level tasks that involve diagnostics, analytics, trouble-shooting and hands-on maintenance and repair. Students will acquire critical theoretical and technical knowledge, and hands-on practical experience in applied trades areas such as machining, welding, metal fabrication and electrical. In addition to these skills, students in this program will acquire the knowledge to enable them to prepare technical reports pertaining to the operation and management of an automated manufacturing facility. The program also includes the most current technology in computer numerical control (CNC) programming, renewable energy, and computer controlled autonomous systems; hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic. Mechatronics is a multidisciplinary field that integrates mechanics, electronics, computing and integrated control systems into a broad set of skills needed in the automated manufacturing industry. KPU’s Diploma in Mechatronics and Advanced Manufacturing Technology gives you the applied knowledge you need with the hands-on experience you want to prepare you for an exciting career in the evolving manufacturing industry. The growing reliance on automated technology in the manufacturing sector trusts technicians with the challenge of performing higher-level tasks, involving diagnostics, analytics, trouble-shooting, and hands-on repair and maintenance.
Career Path
With your Diploma in Mechatronics and Advanced Manufacturing Technology includes, Electromechanical Equipment Assembler, Mechatronics Technician, Robotics Technician, Automation Systems Assistant, PLC Programmer Assistant, Control Systems Technician, Additive Manufacturing Technician (3D Printing),Smart Factory Technician, CNC Machine Operator, Quality Control Inspector, Industrial Maintenance Technician Systems Integration Technician, Technical Sales Representative (Automation & Robotics), Manufacturing Process Technician, Field Service Technician (Mechatronics Systems), Production Engineering Assistant, Instrumentation Technician.
1. WASSCE/A level Certificate (Mathematics)
2. School Transcript
3. Passport
4. Recommendation Letter
Kwantlen Polytechnic University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit
1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.
