Program Overview
Introduction to Robotics Engineering
The Robotics Engineering B.S. degree at Miami University is a cutting-edge undergraduate program that integrates skills from multiple disciplines, including electrical engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, and computer science. This comprehensive program prepares students to work with advanced technologies in robotics, such as artificial intelligence, deep learning, image and video processing, control systems, industrial automation, electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and newly developed robotic navigation methods.
Curriculum and Courses
The Robotics Engineering major includes courses from electrical and computer engineering, computer science, and mechanical engineering, as well as specialized courses for robotics engineering. Some course choices include:
- CSE 488 Image Processing and Computer Vision
- ECE 314 Elements of Robotics
- ECE 317 Industrial Robotics
- ECE 414 Design and Modeling of Robotic Systems
- MME 438 Mechanics, Analysis, and Control of Robots
Career Options
Robotics engineers may pursue exciting applications such as autonomous vehicles, drones, undersea exploration, industrial manufacturing operations, space exploration, robotic surgery, nanorobotics, agriculture, and collaborative robotic systems that interact with humans. Potential career paths include:
- Robotics Engineer
- Mechatronics Engineer
- Aerospace Engineer
- Software Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Electrical Engineer
Why Study Robotics Engineering at Miami University?
Miami University offers the longest-running Robotics Engineering B.S. undergraduate program in Ohio, with dedicated labs for robotics engineering, small class sizes, and one-on-one mentoring and research opportunities. Students can take advantage of dedicated robotics labs, including:
Industrial Robotics Laboratory
Equipped with state-of-the-art industrial robotics components, this laboratory gives undergraduate students the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world applications.
Mobile Robots and Systems Control Laboratory
This laboratory offers undergraduate students the opportunity to experiment with NI-Elvis boards, LabVIEW and MultiSim software, virtual instruments, sensors and actuators, microcontrollers, and the Quanser Qube-Servo 2.
AI and Robotics Research Laboratory
In this research laboratory, students and faculty collaborate on research involving artificial intelligence and mobile robots, including a swarm of Kilobots for simulating and studying multi-agent control algorithms.
Additional Opportunities
Undergraduate Research
Students can work with faculty on robotics research in areas such as autonomous platforms and vehicles.
Experiential Learning
Students can take on a year-long professional robotics engineering design project during their senior year.
Facts and Stats
- Average starting salary for 2023 graduates of Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering degree programs: $85,326
- Miami University is home to the first 4-year Robotics Engineering undergraduate degree to be established in the state of Ohio
- Ranked No. 4 National Public Undergraduate Engineering Program No Doctorate (Excluding Military Institutions) by U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT 2025 BEST COLLEGES
Related Programs
Students can also explore related programs, including:
- Electrical Engineering, B.S.
- Computer Engineering, B.S.
- Smart Manufacturing Engineering, B.S.