Mechatronic Engineering, BS

Mechatronic engineering is the study of the synergistic use of mechanical, electrical and computer engineering. Mechatronic engineering produces “smart” products from the Mars Rover to a desktop printer.

The rigorous program has several objectives: It provides a link between academia and industry; and provides students with the knowledge of analytical, computational and experimental methods. Graduates will have the ability to evaluate these methods for use in practical situations.

Core courses include a strong foundation in mechanical engineering and electronics. Students then choose electives in engineering analysis, design and computer programming. In the last two semesters of the program, students will work on design projects related to mechatronics components development.

The program instills a broad-based understanding of the fundamental technical subject areas associated with mechatronic engineering so students are ready for immediate employment in industry or graduate study.

This program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.ABET.org.

Program Objectives

The BS mechatronic engineering program educational objectives are developed to prepare students for the post-graduation activities. These program objectives are intended to produce versatile engineering graduates who:

1. Will be successful and in their chosen career. Mechatronic engineering graduates will obtain positions that require design, development, analysis, control, and automation of mechatronic systems and processes.
2. Will pursue graduate program, professional and/or continued education.
3. Will conduct themselves as responsible members of society through involvement in community and professional engagement.

Student Outcomes

The BS Mechatronic Engineering program seeks to provide an engaging educational experience for students. These form the basis for particular abilities that students should be able to demonstrate prior to graduation. These abilities coincide with new EAC ABET criterion 3 (1) through (7) student outcomes requirements as presented below:

1. Graduate will demonstrate an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2. Graduate will demonstrate an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3. Graduate will demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4. Graduate will demonstrate an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
5. Graduate will demonstrate an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6. Graduate will demonstrate an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
7. Graduate will demonstrate an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.