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B.E. in Mechatronics Engineering

Mechatronics is a modern, multi-disciplined professional engineering major that combines several essential aspects from the fields of Mechanical, Electrical and Computer Engineering. Today, Mechatronics Engineering has evolved to become an explicit and in-demand multi-disciplinary specialization that stands on its own due to rapid advances in modern automation and artificial intelligence in addition to the evolution of complex and intelligent machines.

Every day, Mechatronics Engineers are involved in the research and development of state-of-the-art technologies in automation, control and robotic systems that are widely adopted in the fields of medicine, security, energy, construction and economics to name a few. Some example applications include driver-less autonomous vehicles, medical robots, exoskeletons, artificial human limbs and smart building management systems.

As part of the academic program, six credits of professional experience are also included in the last summer prior to graduation to give students an opportunity to integrate classroom instruction with practical work experience. Students also have the choice to follow an Extended Experiential Learning Study Plan, which requires performing an extended professional experience for an extra semester (Fall or Spring, spanning 6 uninterrupted months) to further gain from working on real-life problems.

Graduates with a degree in Mechatronics Engineering are capable of working in several disciplines; including industrial automation and control, intelligent systems, robotics, manufacturing, product development, Oil Well drilling, home automation, smart transportation systems, Micro-Electromechanical System (MEMS) devices and smart grids, among others.

Mission

The mechatronics engineering program will provide students with a comprehensive, specialized, and contemporary education that prepares them for successful careers in industry and graduate studies.

Program Educational Objectives

Within a few years of graduation, the graduates of the Mechatronics Engineering program will:

• Establish themselves as practicing Mechatronics engineers or be engaged in advanced studies
• Conduct themselves as effective professionals
• Demonstrate leadership and collaborate effectively with diverse team members

Student outcomes

Upon completion of the B.E. in Mechatronics Engineering, students will acquire the following skills, knowledge, and behaviors:

1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal context.
5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Student Data

Enrollment Data	B.E. Mechatronics Engineering
Academic Year  2020-2021	134

 

Graduation Data	B.E. Mechatronics Engineering
Academic Year 2019-2020	11

Curriculum before Fall 2017

* These are planned courses; actual delivery may vary.

Curriculum after Fall 2017

Liberal Arts Core Curriculum - 6 credits

Number	Course	Cr
ENG202	Sophomore Rhetoric	3
COM203	Art of Public Communication	3

Liberal Arts Electives - 12 credits

The additional 12 credits of Liberal Arts Electives could be taken from the following disciplines:
3 credits from Social Sciences, 3 credits from Cultural Studies, History, Philosophy, and Religion, 3 credits from Literature and Languages (English, and Arabic Language& Literature), and 3 credits from Arts (Fine Arts, Communication Arts, Music Appreciation,  and Theater)

VIP courses

As of Fall 2021, those who are interested in the VIP program can register VIP courses that could count towards their degree as per the below list:

Current course	Substituted by/VIP credits
SOE signature course [3–0, 3 cr.]	Vertically Integrated Project VIP 201  [1–0, 1 cr.] VIP 202 [2–0, 2 cr.] VIP 301 [1–0, 1 cr.] VIP 302 [2–0, 2 cr.] VIP 303 [3–0, 3 cr.]
Undergraduate Research Project [3–0, 3 cr.]; or Technical Elective [3–0, 3 cr.]	VIP 401 [1–0, 1 cr.]         VIP 402 [2–0, 2 cr.]         VIP 403 [3–0, 3 cr.]

* These are planned courses; actual delivery may vary.

MCE Study Plan with Extended Experiential Learning

Please click here to view the regular and extended office practice study plan in Mechatronics Engineering

Course Map

Please click here to view Course Map effective Fall 2017.
Students who began their degree before Fall 2017 please click here to view Course Map.

 

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