Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering [with Placement year]

Help to design the world we live in. Build your knowledge and practical skills in mechatronics and become a hands-on engineer with strong career prospects.

Mechatronics and Robotics covers the integration of mechanical, electronic and intelligent control sub-systems to realise a complete system, which may be a product, machine or process.

It’s a multidisciplinary subject that employs design principles, processes, models, toolsets and philosophy unique to mechatronics engineers to enable the design and development of simpler, more economical and reliable systems.

You’ll cover a unique balance of key analytical subjects, management and professional skills, ensuring that you're well-equipped to face challenging engineering situations in industry.

You’ll hear from and meet representatives from across the industry, and be encouraged to join professional bodies.

Why ARU?

Study on a cutting-edge course developed in line with industry standards

Bring the world of work to life through Live Briefs, developed with regional employers to give you exposure to ‘real world’ problem-solving.

Experience a holistic and applied approach to learning that integrates mechanical and electronic engineering and robotics

Get to grips with practical challenges using our dedicated engineering labs and state-of-the-art computer simulation facilities

Learn from expert staff who, as seasoned researchers and experienced industry professionals, ensure course content is true-to-life, hands-on and relevant

Course Modules

Year 1

• Introduction to Engineering (15 credits)

• Applied Engineering Mathematics (15 credits)

• Manufacturing and Materials Project (30 credits)

• Engineering Dynamics (15 credits)

• Embedded Systems (15 credits)

• Mechatronic Design Project (30 credits)

• Into ARU

Year 2

• Electric Machines. Sensors and Actuators (15 credits)

• Electronic Design Project (30 credits)

• Robotics Software Development and Modelling (15 credits)

• Advanced Engineering Skills (15 credits)

• Robotic Control Design Project (30 credits)

• Ruskin Module (15 credits)

Year 3

Placement year

Year 4

• Research Methods and Individual Project (30 credits)

• Automation and Control (15 credits)

• Electronic and Electrical System Design Project (60 credits)

• Robotics and Machine Intelligence (15 credits)

Working individually and as part of a group, you’ll use appropriate manufacturing processes and industry-standard equipment to design and build basic electronic circuits and integrate mechanical products with these circuits, following safety regulations. In doing so, you’ll gain an understanding of manufacturing processes and mechatronics.

You’ll start thinking about your future career by finding out about the different paths available to you. You’ll gain an understanding of the concerns of engineers today, including environmental, sustainability and ethical issues, commercial and legal considerations, and quality standards. You’ll hear from and meet representative from across the industry, and be encouraged to join professional bodies.

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

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