Operazione delle Fondazioni ITS ACADEMY A.F. 2025/2027 approvata con Determinazione Dirigenziale n. 17626 del 18/09/2025 in risposta alla DGR N. 1137/2025 Approvazione dei percorsi biennali validabili presentati dalle fondazioni ITS Academy da avviare nell’a.f. 2025/2026. PR FSE+ 2021/2027. I Provvedimento
Rif PA 2025-25216/RER
Robotics, mechanics and innovation: your next challenge
Do you want to work with robots, automation and smart technologies?
The Advanced Technician in Mechatronic Systems course trains you to join the design, testing and maintenance departments of the most innovative companies in the sector.
You will learn how to use technical software, program automated systems and contribute to the development of complex industrial products, from engines to automatic machines. This is a practical, technical profession with excellent career prospects.
| Duration | 2 years (approx. 2000 hours) |
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| Period | From late October to July (1st year) and from September to July (2nd year) |
| Attendance | Mandatory (minimum 80% attendance) |
| Schedule | Full-time (approx. 35 hours per week) |
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| Cost | All programs are free of charge |
| Erasmus+ | International experiences available (internships, language courses) |
Professional profile
The Advanced Technician in Mechatronic Systems is a highly qualified professional who uses mechanical and electrical design software, programming, production and quality management tools to develop complex industrial products in the mechanical, mechatronic, hydraulic, automation and robotics sectors.
Employment sectors:
- Mechatronics
- Automotive
- Automation
- Hydraulics
- Robotics
- Mechanical and electronic engineering
Career opportunities
The Advanced Technician in Mechatronic Systems works in design, engineering, testing and performance control departments for automation systems, robotics, transmission systems, hydraulic systems and components, diesel/petrol/electric engines, agricultural mechanical components, and electronic/electromechanical components.
Typical roles:
- Engineering, technical office and product development technician
- Mechanical/electronic designer or drafter
- Design support for production optimization tools
- Testing and metrology technician
- Quality and continuous improvement technician
- Automation systems maintenance and management technician
- Automation systems programming technician
- Field service technician for system assembly and testing at client sites
Course program
Teamwork module
The course includes transversal skills modules focusing on teamwork, organizational communication and basic leadership skills. These competencies are essential for effectively applying knowledge in organizational environments.
Didattica laboratoriale
1
Learning by doing
The course combines classroom-based theory with practical experience in companies through labs, project work, business simulations, meetings with entrepreneurs and company visits.
2
Bridging courses
Introductory courses in Mechanics, Electrical/Electronic Engineering and English are offered to align participants’ starting knowledge and support their success in the program.
3
Company internships
More than 40% of the total hours of post-diploma courses are dedicated to educational internships carried out in leading companies in the mechanical, mechatronics, automotive and automation sectors of Emilia-Romagna.
Educational internships in partner companies
Over 40% of the total course hours are dedicated to educational internships carried out in leading companies in the mechanical, mechatronics, automotive and automation sectors of Emilia-Romagna.
Why choose ITS MAKER Academy
ITS MAKER training allows you to acquire the tools, knowledge, and technical skills most in demand on the job market, giving you access from the very beginning to excellent corporate positions.
Alessandro Renzanigo
Production Office Assistant at Vici&C and former ITS MAKER Academy student
Why choose an ITS MAKER Academy course?
ITS MAKER Academy’s training programs are designed together with companies to meet real labor market needs. This highly specialized education allows you to quickly access stable, well-paid positions in top industries.
