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 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