The move to smart technologies has seen the growth of mechatronics as a discipline within engineering. The advancement of technology has seen the emergence of new embedded systems, sensors and actuators. Modernisation means automation, electronics and sensors are playing an important role in our lives. Mechatronics is an interdisciplinary field that deals with the integration of mechanical, electrical and control engineering to design and produce intelligent products and processes. It’s a field that requires the ability to conceptualise solutions using a balanced perspective of mechanical and electronic system design and integration. The study of Mechatronics enables students to assume key roles in a number of industries including the robotics, aerospace, transportation, defence, automotive, building systems and manufacturing industries. Within these industries you can undertake key roles such as design engineers and product designers. What you will learn *Design, specify, plan, organise, and implement a mechatronic system * Work with a team of specialists in the core technologies of mechanical systems, power systems, control systems and automation systems *Integrate and test multidisciplinary mechatronic projects *Evaluate alternative approaches to mechatronic system designs *Plan the extension and upgrading of existing implementations *Conduct risk management assessments including business impact analysis

This programme will enable students to consider careers in a wide spectrum of industries where complex software plays a major role, including the robotics, aerospace, building systems, chemical, defence, automotive and manufacturing industries. Within these industries students may undertake roles such as design engineers, software engineers, project planners, product designers or project managers. Career options Product Designer Software Engineer Design Engineer Project Manager