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THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE
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Mechatronic Engineering

The Mechatronic Engineering program provides students with a broad education designed to give them the skills necessary to become professional mechatronic engineers. The Mechatronic Engineering degree combines courses of Mechanical and Electrical & Electronic Engineering together with courses in mechatronics and robotics. Some of the areas of study include: mechanics, electronics, design, signal analysis and processing, computer systems, computer science, sensor and actuator technology, automatic control, electrical system design, robotics and microprocessor technology.

In the final year of the academic program students can choose elective courses from a number of different areas including: vibrations, failure analysis, computational fluid dynamics, finance, advanced manufacturing, fire engineering, welded structures, acoustics and advanced materials. There is a strong focus on design and project work throughout the academic program with design projects as part of each year's program of study. The academic program also develops written and oral communication skills and familiarity with project management.

Mechatronic Engineers can gain employment in manufacturing or process industries, high tech research and development, consulting, design (from cars to microwave ovens), public utilities, the defence industry or in management.