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Mechatronics Engineering, B.S.

What is Mechatronics?

The Mechatronics Engineering degree combines knowledge and skills in mechanical engineering, electronics engineering, digital controls, computer programming, and project management to enable students to analyze and design automation and robotics systems used in today's advanced manufacturing environment.

This program emphasizes the latest techniques in systems approach in design and problem-solving, widely used in today's industry.

Mechatronics Engineering Degree

The Mechatronics Engineering, B.S. degree prepares students for engineering positions as automation system designers and project managers in various industries such as automotive, aerospace, advanced manufacturing, green energy, biotechnology, health care, homeland security and defense, and transportation and logistics.

The Mechatronics Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria with no applicable program criteria.

Program Educational Objectives

Within a few years of graduation, a Mechatronics Engineering graduate will have the ability to:

1. excel in careers in design, development, diagnostics, analysis, implementation, operation, optimization and/or management of mechatronics systems in a global marketplace.
2. lead industry-based, cross-disciplinary automated or intelligent systems projects that are innovative and add value to their respective organization.
3. continue in self-directed, continuing professional development as evidenced by attainment of professional licensure, graduate degrees, professional certifications, etc.
4. serve as a mentor to the next generation of engineers or subordinates and act as a change agent in their respective organizations.

Student Outcomes

The following student outcomes support the program educational objectives listed above. Attainment of these outcomes prepares graduates to enter the professional practice of engineering.

1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
2. 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. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
4. 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. 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. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

If you live in one of these states: AL SC; you may be able to attend MTSU at in-state rates under the Academic Common Market program.