Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics Engineering

The Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics Engineering is a multidisciplinary field that combines electrical, computer, and mechanical engineering. Mechatronics engineers are exceptionally well prepared to collaborate across the mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering domains. This discipline serves as a vital foundation for the projected advancement of automation and the continued evolution of advanced manufacturing.

Program Description

Mechatronics engineering revolves around the design, construction, and operation of intelligent products and systems, stemming from the integration of hardware and software applications. As a mechatronics engineer, you will develop approaches to industrial problems employing mechanical and electronic solutions and computer applications. You will also learn to develop products by integrating diverse technologies to streamline processes and optimize applications. Mechatronics engineers design, implement, and evaluate factory production lines that blend manufacturing systems with advanced technologies to enhance operational efficiency.

Course Work

This program offers course work in:

• Engineering Mechanics
• Engineering Electronics
• Robotics Analysis and Synthesis
• Instruments and Controls
• Mechatronics System Design
• Programming for Mechatronics
• Machine Learning, Computer Vision, and AI

Program Snapshot

• Program Format: Face-to-Face
• Number of Credit Hours: 124 Total Hours
• Entry Term: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Time to Complete: Four-year Program
• Primary Campus: Marietta

Mechatronics Engineering Degree Benefits

• Academic Excellence – The Department of Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering is committed to maintaining high academic standards. As a Mechatronics Engineering student, you must meet the program's Engineering Standing Requirements, which include having a minimum 2.7 GPA in select math, science, and engineering courses before enrolling in upper-division courses.
• Hands-On Experience – You will have many opportunities for hands-on training, including coursework projects that enable you to build and utilize skills learned.
• Innovative Research – The Mechatronics Engineering program is located within KSU's Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology (SPCEET), which places high regard on research to advance the understanding of all aspects of engineering.

Career Information

With a Mechatronics Engineering degree, you can pursue careers in:

• Mechanical and Related Engineering
• Biomedical Engineer

Double Owl Pathway

Double Owl Pathways allows undergraduate students to obtain their undergraduate and graduate degrees at significantly lower costs and in less time than pursuing each degree separately. KSU offers a variety of Pathways to choose from various disciplines, allowing students to graduate sooner and get a head start on their future careers.

Related Degrees & Programs

• Industrial & Systems Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering