Mechatronics

Mechatronics is a fusion of mechanical, electrical, electronic and control engineering. This multidisciplinary field is increasingly integral to the engineering process as innovation demands the integration of mechanics and electronics.

For example, a car may now contain a hundred processor chips and rely on sensors, software and actuators to control everything from braking to entertainment. A mechatronics engineer unites the principles of mechanics, electronics, and computing to generate simpler, more economical and reliable systems.

This degree programme will allow students to integrate Electrical/Electronic and Mechanical Engineering in the study of cutting-edge and high-tech industrial components and systems. This interdisciplinary approach allows students to successfully combine traditionally divided disciplines, equipping them for varied career opportunities.

Mechatronics Engineers excel in their work on hybrid systems in varied fields of research such as production systems, synergy drives, planetary exploration rovers, automotive subsystems such as anti-lock braking systems and spin-assist, and everyday equipment such as autofocus cameras, video, hard disks, and CD players.