Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronic)
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechatronic)
This degree intertwines mechanical engineering, control engineering and software development, specifically for controlling sophisticated smart machines. Mechatronic engineers work across all aspects of smart machines – from design and testing through to manufacture in industries such as robotics, medical and assistive technology, human-machine interaction, manufacturing, unmanned aerial and ground vehicles…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This degree intertwines mechanical engineering, control engineering and software development, specifically for controlling sophisticated smart machines.
Mechatronic engineers work across all aspects of smart machines – from design and testing through to manufacture in industries such as robotics, medical and assistive technology, human-machine interaction, manufacturing, unmanned aerial and ground vehicles and education.
Through your study at UNSW Engineering, you’ll develop hybrid skills in mechanics, electronics and computing. Our students come to understand the conception, design, construction, maintenance, integration and repair of smart machines. These machines include robots, white goods, cameras, automated test equipment and transport vehicles.
This bachelor’s degree will build your knowledge in areas including building services, computer-controlled plant, manufacturing, robotics and autonomous vehicles. We emphasize the application of engineering science, development and management in these fields. We’ll balance the theory and knowledge development with your hands-on application of skills learned in your degree. To get you work-ready, you’ll apply these skills through 60 days of approved industrial training.
Future careers
The demand for engineers with experience and knowledge of computing, robotics and engineering principles continues to grow as industries evolve.
You’ll find mechatronic engineers in large global enterprises developing futuristic vehicles, challenging defence technology and revolutionising consumer products. They also work in smaller innovative ‘high tech’ companies supplying software, parts and equipment or as product developers, work in manufacturing.
As a mechatronic engineer, you can work in many industries where automation is in demand, such as manufacturing, automotive, mining, cargo handling and agriculture. Our graduates have the expertise to work in companies that design and manufacture consumer devices such as mobile phones, specialised industrial equipment, video game consoles and biomedical devices such as Cochlear implants.
Graduates can pursue careers in industries and sectors including:
Automation
Robotics
Computer simulations and modelling
Gaming
Engineering design
Propulsion systems
Control systems
Technology
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of South Australia is a globally connected and engaged university with industry-informed teaching and research that is inventive and adventurous. Ranked in the world’s top 50 under 50^ and with 100% of assessed research rated at or above world-class*, the University is young, innovative and offers students the chance to gain real-world experience.Focused on life beyond the classroom, the University of South Australia offers a practical approach to teaching and learning. Degrees are designed in partnership with industry, giving students opportunities to gain the latest insights and trends and ensuring they graduate career ready.^Ranked in the World’s Top 50 Under 50 – Ranked #29, 2021 QS Top 50 Universities Aged Under 50 and Ranked #46, 2022 THE Young University Rankings*2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA), 4-digit Fields of Research
