Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronics) Honours

Program Overview

This engineering program provides a comprehensive foundation in engineering principles, materials science, design, and systems analysis. Students develop skills in engineering drawing, computer-aided design, instrumentation, and programming. The program prepares graduates for careers in various engineering fields, including mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and robotics.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Introduction to Engineering (ENS1154): This unit provides an introduction to the engineering profession and the various engineering disciplines.
Students will learn about the role of engineers in society, the different types of engineering careers, and the ethical responsibilities of engineers.
• Materials and Manufacturing 1 (ENS1115): This unit introduces the basic principles of materials science and manufacturing.
Students will learn about the different types of materials, their properties, and how they are used in engineering applications.
• Engineering Drawing and Computer Aided Design (ENM1102): This unit introduces the basic principles of engineering drawing and computer-aided design (CAD).
Students will learn how to create and interpret engineering drawings, and how to use CAD software to design and model engineering components.
• Mathematics 1 (MAT1250): This unit provides a foundation in mathematics for engineering students.
Students will learn about algebra, trigonometry, calculus, and differential equations.
• Engineering Mechanics (ENS1101): This unit introduces the basic principles of engineering mechanics.
Students will learn about the laws of motion, forces, moments, and equilibrium.
• Introduction to Energy and Resource Engineering (ENS1180): This unit introduces the basic principles of energy and resource engineering.
Students will learn about the different types of energy resources, the technologies used to extract and use energy, and the environmental impact of energy production.
• Electrical Engineering Fundamentals (ENS1253): This unit introduces the basic principles of electrical engineering.
Students will learn about circuits, electricity, magnetism, and electronics.
• Mathematics 2 (MAT1251): This unit builds on the foundation in mathematics provided in Mathematics 1.
Students will learn about linear algebra, differential equations, and probability and statistics.
• Instrumentation and Measurement (ENM2104): This unit introduces the basic principles of instrumentation and measurement.
Students will learn about the different types of sensors and transducers, and how to use them to measure physical quantities.
• Engineering Innovation and Ethics (ENS2159): This unit explores the role of innovation and ethics in engineering.
Students will learn about the different types of innovation, the ethical issues that engineers face, and how to make ethical decisions.
• Engineering Systems (ENS2120): This unit introduces the basic principles of engineering systems.
Students will learn about the different types of engineering systems, the components of engineering systems, and how to design and analyze engineering systems.
• Programming Fundamentals (CSP2151): This unit introduces the basic principles of programming and software development.
Students will learn about the different programming languages, the different types of software development methodologies, and how to design and develop software applications.
• Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing (ENS2214): This unit builds on the foundation in engineering drawing and CAD provided in Engineering Drawing and Computer Aided Design.
Students will learn how to use CAD software to design and manufacture complex engineering components.
• Engineering Dynamics (ENS2113): This unit builds on the foundation in engineering mechanics provided in Engineering Mechanics.
Students will learn about the dynamic behavior of engineering systems, and how to analyze and design engineering systems for dynamic loads.
• Materials and Manufacturing 2 (ENS2110): This unit builds on the foundation in materials science and manufacturing provided in Materials and Manufacturing 1.
Students will learn about the different types of manufacturing processes, and how to select the appropriate manufacturing process for a given engineering application.
• Thermodynamics (ENS2160): This unit introduces the basic principles of thermodynamics.
Students will learn about the laws of thermodynamics, the different types of thermodynamic systems, and how to analyze and design thermodynamic systems.
• Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Systems (ENS5261): This unit builds on the foundation in materials science and manufacturing provided in Materials and Manufacturing 2.
Students will learn about the different types of advanced materials and manufacturing systems and how to use these materials and systems to design and manufacture complex engineering components.
• Fluid Mechanics (ENM3218): This unit builds on the foundation in engineering mechanics provided in Engineering Mechanics.
Students will learn about the fluid flow, the different types of fluid flow, and how to analyze and design fluid flow systems.
• Mechanical Design and Development (ENS3105): This unit builds on the foundation in engineering design provided in Engineering Innovation and Ethics.
Students will learn about the different types of mechanical design, the design process, and how to design and develop mechanical engineering components.
• Digital Electronics (ENS2456): This unit introduces the basic principles of digital electronics.
Students will learn about the different types of digital logic gates, the different types of digital electronic circuits, and how to design and implement digital electronic systems.
• Microprocessor Systems (ENS2257): This unit builds on the foundation in digital electronics provided in Digital Electronics.
Students will learn about the different types of microprocessors, the different types of microprocessor systems, and how to design and implement microprocessor-based systems.
• Signals and Systems (ENS3553): This unit introduces the basic principles of signals and systems.
Students will learn about the different types of signals, the different types of systems, and how to analyze and design signals and systems.
• Electrical Machines and Transformers (ENS5230): This unit builds on the foundation in electrical engineering provided in Electrical Engineering Fundamentals.
Students will learn about the different types of electrical machines and transformers, the different types of electrical machine and transformer systems, and how to design and implement electrical machine and transformer systems.
• Engineering Management (ENS5543): This unit introduces the basic principles of engineering management.
Students will learn about the different types of engineering management, the different types of engineering management systems, and how to manage engineering projects.
• Industrial Control (ENS5240): This unit builds on the foundation in engineering systems provided in Engineering Systems.
Students will learn about the different types of industrial control systems, the different types of industrial control system components, and how to design and implement industrial control systems.
• Engineering Practicum (ENS5111): This unit provides students with the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills they have learned in the classroom to a real-world engineering project.
Students will work in teams to design, build, and test an engineering prototype.
• Robotics (ENS5442): This unit introduces the basic principles of robotics.
Students will learn about the different types of robots, the different types of robot systems, and how to design and implement robot systems.
• Control Systems (ENS5253): This unit builds on the foundation in signals and systems provided in Signals and Systems.
Students will learn about the different types of control systems, the different types of control system components, and how to design and implement control systems.
• Power Electronics (ENS5360): This unit builds on the foundation in electrical engineering provided in Electrical Engineering Fundamentals.
Students will learn about the different types of power electronics, the different types of power electronics systems, and how to design and implement power electronics systems.
• Project Development (ENS4152): This unit provides students with the opportunity to develop a major engineering project.
Students will work in teams to design, build, and test an engineering prototype.

Assessment:

Students are assessed on their coursework, laboratory work, and exams. Coursework typically consists of assignments, quizzes, and projects. Laboratory work typically consists of experiments and projects. Exams are typically written exams, but may also be oral exams or practical exams.

Teaching:

The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are experts in their fields. The faculty use a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, tutorials, laboratories, and workshops. The program also makes use of a variety of learning resources, including textbooks, online resources, and software.

Careers:

Graduates of the program are prepared for a wide range of careers in the engineering field. Some of the most common career paths include:

• Mechanical engineer
• Electrical engineer
• Manufacturing engineer
• Mechatronics engineer
• Robotics engineer
• Control systems engineer
• Power electronics engineer
• Engineering project manager