Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering
Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering (MRE) is the area of engineering that integrates mechanical, electrical, computer, and control systems. Some examples of mechatronic and robotic systems include self-driving vehicles, homes, farms, medical and industrial robots, drones, high-speed trains, etc. Each of these products is essentially mechanical in nature but could not function without the integral design of the electrical and computer control systems that are critical to their operation. MRE revolves around the design, construction, and operation of the types of systems stated above (i.e., automated systems, robots, and intelligent products), which result from the integration of mechanical systems, hardware, and software. MRE can be viewed as modern mechanical engineering design in the sense that the design of a mechatronic or robotic system must be performed within intertwined mechanical, electrical/electronic, and computer control imposed constraints.
Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering (MRE) is the area of engineering that integrates mechanical, electrical, computer, and control systems. Students learn the fundamental principles of mechanical, electrical, software, instrumentation, and controls engineering and gain hands-on experience in the laboratory courses that are part of the proposed curriculum. Students will be able to develop effective analytical, technical, problem-solving, programming, teamwork, technical writing, experimental, and computational modeling skills through the MRE program. This will be done by formulating and solving complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, conducting experiments, computational simulations, analyzing, and interpreting data, writing numerical codes to solve complex problems, applying engineering design to real-life engineering problems, and writing engineering reports. Students will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the integrated design of mechanical, electrical, and software systems and get involved in state-of-the-art research in different areas of Mechatronics and Robotics engineering. In addition to our course requirements, it is important for students to seek out extracurricular practical experience. MRE undergraduate programs at NAU offer students the chance to be exposed to real-world work environments through internships or research opportunities. Several faculty members in our department already carry out research in the realm of mechatronics and robotics, and the research opportunities will be immediately available to incoming students in their laboratories. The MRE program includes courses in engineering, physics, chemistry, computer science, and mathematics. In addition, students will take classes in technical writing, English, and humanities.
Student Learning Outcomes
- An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex, coupled electro-mechanical engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
- An ability to apply engineering design to produce mechatronic and/or robotic solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
- An ability to deploy appropriate experimentation and computer programming techniques for the analysis and design of electromechanical systems.
- An ability to engage in effective written and oral communication with a range of audiences.
- An ability to function effectively in a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
- An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
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