Course details
Mechatronics is a highly skilled discipline that combines mechanical, electronic and software engineering to design intelligent machines such as robots and flexible manufacturing systems .
Mechatronic engineers create, design and develop automated electromechanical systems.
Mechatronics offers a broad range of exciting career challenges including new innovations and developments in machine design, sensor technology, control systems, computing and industrial networks.
MECHATRONIC ENGINEERS DESIGN AND DEVELOP THE AUTOMATED SYSTEMS IN MODERN USE TO PRODUCE THOUSANDS OF CONSUMER PRODUCTS FROM CARS TO MOBILE DEVICES.
What's needed?
- Love of problem-solving
- Creative thinking
- Technical mind
- Team work
- Communication
Mechatronic engineers use their problem-solving skills to…
- design machines and technologies to improve our world
- develop technologies to help people with disabilities
- research new methods for safe and efficient mass production
- design control systems for computers and intelligent controllers
- develop robotics for use in industry and healthcare
- design and develop leading edge equipment for modern products
Career Opportunities
Graduates with a good qualification in this field will find many employment opportunities both in Ireland and abroad in the manufacturing of medical devices and pharmaceuticals as well as in the traditional automotive and process industries.
What subjects will I study?
Semester 1
- Electrical Principles Engineering M and E 101 5
- Engineering Physics 5
- Introduction to Engineering (ME, MT, EE) 5
- Introduction to Programming for Mechatronics 5
- Design 101 5
- Plastics Materials Processing and Testing [E] 5
- Mechatronics Technology 101 [E]
Semester 2
- Mathematics 1 5
- Design and Engineering Technology 5
- C Programming 101 5
- Electromechanical Technology 5
- Mechatronics Technology 102 5
- Practical Electronics
Semester 3
- Creativity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship 5
- Electrical Signals Systems and Technology 201 5
- Applied Electronics 5
- Instrumentation and Control 201 5
- Computer Aided Design and Materials 201 5
- CIM and Automation Technology Mechatronics 201
Semester 4
- Electrical Signals Systems and Technology 202 5
- Computer Aided Design 202 5
- Project Build 5
- CIM and Automation Technology Mechatronics 202 5
- Instrumentation and Control 202 5
- Mathematics 2
Course Location
About Institute of Technology Sligo
IT Sligo is one of Ireland’s most successful third level educational institutions. A regional leader in education, innovation and economic and social development, they provide ctheirses with the real-world skills that students need to thrive in the modern workplace. IT Sligo is known for:
- Delivering flexible, practical programmes within the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), from higher certificate and degree level courses to taught masters and PhD level, in the classroom and online, with professional accreditation for certain awards.
- Small class sizes, with a low student to staff ratio, meaning students have a better working relationship with their lecturers.
- Partnering with businesses, the community and creative industries across core disciplines of Business and Social Sciences, Engineering and Design and Science to provide students work placements and internships.
- An excellent track record in innovation and research, providing a focal point for local business innovation and development through our Innovation Centre.
Reaching out to business, the community and abroad
- Working with their partners in industry, IT Sligo delivers a broad spectrum of tailored programmes approved by external bodies such as Engineers Ireland, Coca-Cola, Irish Prison Service, the CISCO Academy and the Irish Medicines Board.
- their annual Science theyek activities attract over 3,000 visitors to take part in practical scientific experiments.
- IT Sligo is an accredited member of the European Credit Transfer Scheme for Higher Education Awards and received the Extended European Erasmus University Charter in 2007.
A unique kind of campus
- Centrally located 72-acre campus in Sligo town, with good public transport links.
- Benefiting from a €35 million capital investment, including new Technology and Science buildings, a new student services building and a state-of-the-art library set on three floors.
- Sports Facilities include the multipurpose Knocknarea Arena, an international standard outdoor athletics track, floodlit soccer and Gaelic pitches and leisure and gym facilities.
- Plentiful and affordable student accommodation within walking distance of the campus: there are 2,100 bed spaces provided within Sligo City exclusively for students.
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