Utah Valley University takes great pride in aligning its educational programs with the needs of local businesses and industry. We are excited to announce that the Automation and Electrical Technology (AET) program has transferred to the Department of Technology Management and Mechatronics (TMM) as of July 1, 2025. Although the AET program is scheduled by the Utah System of Higher Education to discontinue as it exists now due to our current institutional mission and overlap with technical colleges, current and future students can still receive the same industry skill sets that the AET program formally delivered. Beginning Fall 2026, the Mechatronics Engineering Technology (MECH) program will offer a Mechatronics Associate of Applied Science (AAS) with an emphasis in Automation and Electrical Technology. Relevant courses from AET are being combined with those of MECH to create a stronger core skillset. The updated MECH programs are well-positioned to integrate Applied AI due to MECH’s collaboration with Technology Management, which is leading many Applied AI initiatives on campus, in our service area, and the state. This can be particularly attractive to industry as the AI trends move from pure information processing to AI-driven programmable automation like AI robots.
The Mechatronics Engineering Technology -- Automation and Electrical Technology Emphasis, A.A.S., prepares students to work with electrical and mechanical systems in industrial automation environments to include programmable controllers and industrial motor control technology. Students gain practical experience in system design, troubleshooting, wiring, repair, and configuration of industrial devices and control systems. Coursework emphasizes applied electrical mathematics, industrial wiring, and mechanical drafting, while introducing automation topics such as control devices, basic networking, and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) connectivity. Graduates are prepared for careers as automation technicians, control systems specialists, and industrial maintenance technologists, or may continue into UVU’s Mechatronics Engineering Technology, B.S.
We recognize that the rebranding of the AET program may bring uncertainty. Students, businesses, and industries can continue to expect well-prepared graduates in the disciplines of automation and electrical technology, as well as mechatronics. For additional information or concerns, please contact the program coordinator, Dr. Rawan Al-Nsour.
The department of Technology Management & Mechatronics (TMM) seamlessly integrates two distinct, yet complementary disciplines. Technology Management degrees prepare students for business and technical success to manage, plan, implement, evaluate, and control technical and organizational resources which create value, innovation, and competitive advantage, through engaged learning. Mechatronics Engineering Technology degrees prepare student to design, produce and manage complex computer-controlled electromechanical systems.
The Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence (MS-AAI) and Master of Science in Engineering and Technology Management (MS-ETM) programs are designed for working professionals. Graduate students take flexible, part-time online courses over five semesters, finishing their degree in as few as 20 months.
"Thank you for your interest in Technology Management & Mechatronics. Many opportunities for high-demand and high-paying careers are available. Technology managers and Mechatronics technologists/engineers are professional leaders who typically coordinate large-scale projects using both technical and managerial skill sets. Innovation management is the future of technology managers. We teach management processes for a technical world. Students from a wide variety of technical backgrounds are encouraged to enroll."
$107K
Median annual salary for Management occupations (B.S.)
(From the US Bureau of Labor Statistics)
$61K
Median annual salary for Mechatronics occupations (A.A.S.)
(From the US Bureau of Labor Statistics)
1.1M
The number of management job openings projected each year.
Mechatronics technologists operate, test, and maintain unmanned, automated, robotic, or electromechanical equipment.
From tutoring to scholarships and everything in between, you can find it all on the TMM Student Resources page.
Visit the CET internships page for TMM, or talk to the CET Internship Advisor Stacey Brown.
UVU’s Excellence and Innovation Initiative (e2i) is designed to give students real-world problem-solving opportunities by working on projects that matter.
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