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Mechatronic Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering
Course Details
CAO Code | AU831 |
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Level | 7 |
Duration | 3 Years |
CAO Points | 252 (2024) |
Method of Delivery | On-campus |
Campus Locations | Sligo |
Mode of Delivery | Full Time |
Course Overview
Mechatronics is the combination of mechanical, electronic, robotic and software engineering systems that are used in modern manufacturing industries. Mechatronic engineers are problem solvers by nature, looking for solutions to sometimes tricky engineering applications.
Mechatronic engineers design, build and operate intelligent machines such as the robots and flexible manufacturing systems of today and for tomorrow. Mechatronics is becoming one of the fastest-growing career areas.
This programme offers an applied and practical-based approach with content that develops industry-relevant and sought-after skills. It is designed to address industry needs by supplying skilled technicians who have developed diverse skills in machine design, sensor technology, control systems, computing and industrial networks.
Mechatronic Engineering students benefit from an annual exchange programme with Kempten University of Applied Sciences in Germany. ATU Sligo students and lecturers get to spend one week at the German university, and through a range of workshops and lectures, gain valuable knowledge from Kempten’s faculty.
During the three intensive years, our students learn how to design, build, and control machines and processes in various sectors.
Year 1
Students study general engineering subjects, including Mathematics and Physics, and modules, including Technology, Electrical Principles, Introduction to Engineering and Programming.
Year 2
Students deepen their studies in the core modules of Mechatronics, studying Instrumentation and Control, Automation and Electrical Signals and Systems. Hands-on experience in Robotics, Electronics, Pneumatics and Programmable Logic Controllers help to develop the skills expected of a mechatronic technician.
Year 3
Specialist modules, including Industrial Data Communication, Control Systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, ensure that students become proficient in Electronic System Design, Real-time Programming and Process Control. Students develop their abilities in design, implementation, report writing, time management and problem-solving.
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Course Details
Year 1
Semester | Module Details | Credits | Mandatory / Elective |
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1 |
Introduction to ProgrammingThis module is a basic introduction to programming techniques for Engineering students. Its purpose is to provide these students with a practical application-driven introduction to programming prior to embarking on writing high-level code. Initially, programs are created graphically using flowcharts. These programs are tested on a microcontroller simulator. Students then progress to an Integrated Development environment, where they write, compile and debug similar programs. Programs are downloaded to a target board, which is interfaced to basic sensors and actuators. Finally, a robotic buggy is programmed to complete various challenges. Learning Outcomes 1. Convert between decimal, binary and hexadecimal number systems. 4. Write a basic computer program (sketch)using a high level programming language. 5. Test programs / flowcharts by compiling them, simulating them and downloading them to a microprocessor-based device. |
05 | Mandatory |
1 |
Mathematics 101Arithmetic, algebra, functions and trigonometry Learning Outcomes 1. Perform numerical calculations competently with emphasis on accuracy 2. Rearrange and solve algebraic equations, including quadratics 3. Use set notation, identify and plot functions and graphs 4. Solve a system ofthree of more simultaneous linear equations using Gaussian elimination 5. be able to graph linear, quadratic, exponential, log and trig functions 6. Solve trigonometric equations |
05 | Mandatory |
1 |
Introduction to EngineeringThe overall aim of this module is to: (a) Excite and motivate new engineering students about their chosen field of study. (b) Clarify the student's understanding of the nature of engineering and the tasks and responsibilities of an engineer. (c) Cultivate and develop key skills such as creativity, problem solving, communication, leadership, knowledge discovery and system building skills. (d) Utilise 'design and build' projects to promote early success in engineering practice, to introduce discipline-specific material and to outline the integration of subjects on engineering programmes of study. (e) Demonstrate that problem solving can be fun, educational and enriching. (f) Instil an eagerness for independent and reflective learning. Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrate that problem solving is fun, educational and enriching 2. Contribute as a positive, cooperative and complementary team member in the planning andimplementationof projects and problem solving exercises. 3. Utilize basic system building skills to determine solutions to basic \”design & build\” projects, appropriate to engineering disciplines. 4. Utilise appropriate technology and techniques for acquiring, processing, interpreting and presenting information . 5. Outline general engineering practice and the particular operational practices of their chosen discipline 6. Develop a Personal Development Plan |
05 | Mandatory |
1 |
Engineering PhysicsThe student will learn the basic laws of Physics pertaining to Engineering including defining the standard units of measurement, forces, and the properties used in modern day engineering. The student will be able to explain experimentation, how heat is transferred, radioactivity, thermal expansion, efficiency calculations, fluid pressure, and some wave theory. This module is taught by a number of lecturers and includes many real life situations where the topics covered are used. Learning Outcomes 1. Be able to solve various exercises involving physics, such as heat transfer andthermal expansionusing and manipulating the correct units of measurement |
05 | Mandatory |
1 |
Engineering Graphics and Computer Aided DesignThis module provides students with a broad introduction to 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional computer aided drafting, design and modelling. The overall aim of this module is to introduce students to the engineering drafting and design process and to provide them with the basic techniques required to produce models and drawings of individual engineering parts using a 3D CAD system. Students will also learn to read and interpret engineering drawings and communicate through technical documentation. Learning Outcomes 1. Read and interpret 2D and 3D drawings, and communicate through drawing documents. 2. Produce orthographic and multiview 2D drawings from 3D models. 3. Demonstrate an understanding of the design process. 4. Apply engineering graphics standards and produce drawings which conform to national and/or international standards. 5. Produce freehand engineering sketches. 6. Use a 3D CAD modelling system to efficiently produce solid models and drawings of individual component parts and assemblies. |
05 | Mandatory |
1 |
Engineering Mechanics 101The student will learn how to analyse simple systems of forces, graphically and analytically and perform simple calculations involving friction, stress and strain and determine centres of gravity of various figures. Learning Outcomes 1. Analyse systems of concurrent, coplanar forces using graphical and analytical methods 2. Compute relevant parameters relating to simple stress and strain 3. Compute centres of gravity for regular and irregular figures using graphical and analytical methods 4. Carry out simple computations relating to friction |
05 | Mandatory |
2 |
Electrical Principles EngineeringThis module is designed to help the students get an understanding of basic principles of a.c and d.c. electricity. Topics covered include: current, voltage, power and Ohm's Law, Capacitors, AC Sine wave, Electromagnetism, Inductors, Transformers, AC and DC motor operational principles. Learning Outcomes 1. Apply basic electrical circuit theory for resistors in series/parallel using Ohm’s Law and power formula. 2. Understand and apply Kirchhoff’s Current and Voltage Laws to the solution of DC resistor circuits and perform basic calculations (peak, peak-to-peak,rms and Period/frequency) for AC sine wave anduse ofvectors for solving two sine waveforms. 3. Describe capacitors, charging and discharging, time constant andtransient response of RC circuits. 4. Describe and understand the magnetic and electromagnetic principle of magnets and current carrying conductors including Faradays and Lenz Laws of electromagnetic induction. 5. Understand and perform basic engineering calculations on single phase transformer. 6. Explain operation of DC motor including Flemings Left Hand grip rule, function of commutator. 7. Explain operation principles of AC Induction motor including stator/rotor, slip speed and synchronous speed. |
05 | Mandatory |
2 |
Mathematics 102Introduction to linear algebra, calculus, statistics and probability Learning Outcomes 1. Add and subtract vectors and find the scalar multiple of a vector. Calculate the length and unit vector of a vector. 5. Use the normal distribution to calculate the probability of events |
05 | Mandatory |
2 |
Electromechanical Technology 101This Module introduces the student into practical electrical wiring for industry. Learning Outcomes 1. Work safely in an electrical workshop setting. |
05 | Mandatory |
2 |
Design 102The overall aim of this module is to enhance students knowledge of the design process and to equip them with the foundation skills needed to produce 3D CAD models and 2D detail and assemblies drawings of parts and products, typically encountered in mechanical and precision engineering and manufacturing industry. Learning Outcomes 1. Describe the design process and employ recognised design techniques. |
05 | Mandatory |
2 |
Engineering ChemistryThis module has been designed to give the students an understanding of Chemistry. Learning Outcomes 1. Explain matter and the structure of the atom. 2. Recognise the significance of the periodic table and apply its significance to Chemistry. 3. Compare electronegativities of elements, predict types of bonding in substances and perform equilibrium reactions. 4. Explainhow materials are formed including crystals and polymers andthe chemistry of the atmosphere including the greenhouse effect, the ozone layer and atmospheric pollution. 5. Perform experiments in the laboratory including applying the pH concept and oxidation/reduction in analysing chemical reactions and chemical composition. |
05 | Mandatory |
2 |
Circuit Simulation and LayoutThis Electronics module, introduces students to circuit layout, schematic capture, circuit simulation, and use of electronic instruments for measurement.Simulation allows students to explore how different configurations, component selections, noise, and signal sources affect circuit designs. Learning Outcomes 1. Identify electronic circuit symbols and layout circuits according to layout conventions 5. Create testing Plan from pcb netlist |
05 | Mandatory |
Year 2
Semester | Module Details | Credits | Mandatory / Elective |
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1 |
Instrumentation and Control 201Instrumentation and Control first part introduces students to measurement and control systems. This includes capacitors, inductors and a wide range of sensors and their applications. Learning Outcomes 1. Design circuits to solve simple signalconditioning and interfacing problems |
05 | Mandatory |
1 |
Pneumatic / Electro-Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems Full-TimeThis module will give the students an introduction to pneumatic/electro pneumatic and hydraulic systems.It will cover basic pneumatic and hydraulic components and their use in complete systems. The student will also become acquainted with standard pneumatic and hydraulic symbols in accordance with IEC standards and be able to use a software simulation package to draw and simulate practical circuits. This module will also cover advanced pneumatic and electro pneumatic circuits including sequencing of pneumatic cylinders. The circuits will be build and simulated in software. Learning Outcomes 1. Describe the components of a compressed air and air treatment system. 2. Demonstrate an understanding of pneumatic circuit operation, including sequence control. 3. Apply the cascade method to solve pneumatic sequentialproblems involvingcascade groups andcylinders. 4. Demonstrate an understanding ofbasic hydraulic systems. 5. Design and simulate electro-pneumatic circuits to sequence cylinders. 6. Employ formulae to calculate flow rate, piston force, system pressure and piston size. |
05 | Mandatory |
1 |
Creativity, Innovation and EntrepreneurshipDue to the level of change in the workplace, several research and industry reports have identified key generic skills which are critical to the future employability of graduates. These skills collectively are known as Professional Transferable Skills (PTS). The importance of PTS is now widely recognised in the workplace. This is especially true of technology-based industries where content knowledge can quickly become outdated and therefore transferable skills are exceptionally important. This module is designed to develop key Professional Transferable Skills (PTS) such as creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship – the ability to think creatively and to see and exploit the business opportunity. Speakers from Industry and Government agencies (Enterprise Ireland) will be invited to present to the students. The student will also be equipped with the skills to successfully implement a job search plan and to perform at interview. Websites such as Linkedin will be reviewed and students will have an opportunity to generate their profile. The module will take a potential entrepreneur through the whole process of starting a business, from first thoughts about the business idea to the practicalities of start-up. The student will be required to work on a technical idea from their engineering discipline generate new business ideas and from that develop a new Business Plan for a start-up company. For those students already in employment, this module will focus on 'intrapreneurship'. Intrapreneurship is the process by which companies seek to maintain their competitive edge in innovation and profit by asking employees to spawn new businesses within their company. This module would provide the student with a greater understanding of what it would take to run a particular aspect of the company, perhaps a new product line, department or subsidiary. Key reasons major corporations encourage intrapreneurship are: Technology and globalisation are increasing competition. Companies that can pounce quickly on new opportunities will have an advantage over slower competitors. A McKinsey report shows that a company's chances of holding on to a top position are fading. The key player in any industry will have a tougher time holding onto the top spot now more than ever. Leaders must become creative, innovative, flexible and entrepreneurial. Employee loyalty is ending. If employees feel their great idea would be better received by the competition, they will leave more quickly than ever before. Take, for example, the case of Palm. The company grew large; it started stifling intrapreneurship, and the founders left to start Handspring. Then Palm realised its mistake and purchased Handspring back at a huge cost. Topics to be addressed include: What makes a good entrepreneur / intrapreneur? Generating the business idea – Creativity and Innovation Market Research, Marketing & Advertising Financial support Preparing operation budgets and break-even analysis How to generate a business plan How to present your plan (pitch) to potential investors It is not required that the proposed new business will be taken any further than the end of the academic year. The marking criteria will take into account how innovative the idea is, that the plan is realistic (potential sales, market share, market research, financial projections) and that students have addressed the main issues including staffing, funding, and route to market. Guest lecturers will be invited to present to the class on Entrepreneurship – Industry, Government support agencies and past students. Learning Outcomes 1. Identify and apply the steps used in the creative process 2. Generate innovative ideas / inventionsin the students specific field of engineering and translate into a productor servicethat adds valueand for which customerswill pay. 3. Generate financial statements, operating budgets and break-even analysis. 5. Present (‘Pitch’) the business plan as a formal presentaion |
05 | Mandatory |
2 |
Electrical Technology 202Electrical Installation Technology 202 Learning Outcomes 1. Describe construction and characteristics of DC motors 2. Choose DC motors to carry out particular tasks 3. Describe the national electrical transmission and distributions systems and networks. 4. Calculate line and phase currents and voltages in various configurations. 5. Wire and configure variable speed drives for single phase and 3 phase motors. 6. Construct, test and troubleshoot single phase and 3 phase motor control circuits using PLC control. |
05 | Mandatory |
1 |
Electrical Signals Systems and Technology 201Electrical Signals, Systems and Technology 201. Learning Outcomes 1. Predict the effect of AC circuit elements on circuit performance |
05 | Mandatory |
2 |
Instrumentation and Control 202Instrumentation and Control second part introduces students to measurement and control systems. This includes more in depth control, transistors, op-amp circuits and signal conditioning. Learning Outcomes 1. Describe the types of sensors and control system required in specific situations 4. Use relevant software for measurement, instrument control, and process control 5. Program and use a PLC to provide solutions to a range of control problems |
05 | Mandatory |
2 |
Mathematics 2Develop skills in calculus with further differentiation techniques. Introduction to integration, and integration techniques including substitution rule, integration by partial fractions, and integration by part. Factor and remainder theorems. Complex numbers are important in many engineering applications. First order differential equations. Learning Outcomes 1. Apply differentiation techniques for example, logarithmic, parametric, implicit, and partial differentiation . 2. Introduce complex numbers, graphing, Cartesian, polar forms, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of complex numbers, deMoivre’s theorem. 3. Introduction to integration, standard integrals, substitution rule, integration by parts. 4. Integration using partial fractions. 5. Solve first order differential equations using seperation of variables |
05 | Mandatory |
2 |
Automation ProgrammingIn this module students will be introduced to the concept of PLCs and their implementation in automation systems. Students will learn how to program brick type and modular PLCs and learn PLC relevant concepts of signal processing. . Learning Outcomes 1. Apply sequential function chart (aka Grafcet or state-transition) methods to control sequential processes including selective and parallel branching techniques. 3. Produce ladder logic to solve electro-pneumatic sequential problems involving the use of two cylinders. 4. Employspecific addressing configuration of an industry standard PLC and apply same to practical automation problems. 5. Create ladder logic to solve industrial problems using timers, counters and flip flops. 6. Demonstrate an understanding of structured text programming. |
05 | Mandatory |
2 |
Programming and InterfacingOn completion, the learner will have successfully implemented a mechatronics automation project which will take input from a set of sensors measuring real world parameters, use a program/logic to make decisions based on the input and drive a set of outputs to act in the real world based on the decisions made. Topics covered include data acquisition and interfacing, signal sampling, digital input/output techniques for data acquisition and the implementation of counters and timers. Learning Outcomes 1. Build circuits and interfaces for data acquisition. 2. Process data using common programming methods: case structures, for and while loops, shift registers, arrays, clusters and formula nodes. 3. Sample, store and process analog signals. 4. Implement digital input and output strategies. 5. Use software counters and timers to sample, store and process data. 6. Produce and demonstrate a working model of the project which achieves the project objectives. 7. Write a project report demonstrating the design, build and test processes. |
05 | Mandatory |
1 |
Programming Communications and InterfacingOn completion, the learner will be able to design and implement a program-based control unit which will make decisions based on sensor input to drive actuators, e.g. Control unit detects temperature rise and display on an LCD. The module encourages self-directed learning and hardware development in the learner's own environment. An Arduino kit is needed for this module (K000007 Official Arduino Kit). The learner will be exposed to small signal interfacing, controlling actuators such as different types of motors, using an LCD display, Internet communications between devices and data transmission. Learning Outcomes 1. Recall numbering systems (decimal, binary, hexadecimal) and to convert between them 3. Develop programs to control actuators based on interfacing via analog and digital methods toprescribed sensors using a variety of methods such as analog to digital conversion and pulse width modulation. 4. describe how IP packets are transmitted on the internet and outline the main elements of a network and the meaning of the IP packet header attributes. |
05 | Mandatory |
1 |
Introduction to Engineering MaterialsThis module is designed to introduce students to engineering materials (including metals and polymers), their classification, their properties and how to alter those properties. Learning Outcomes 1. Explain the nature and structure of materials and determine the classification of various engineering materials. 2. Explain what properties of materials are in use, what they mean, and test them. 5. Analyse simple equilibrium phase diagrams and the IronCarbon system. |
05 | Mandatory |
1 |
Mechanics 2This module has been designed to give the student an appreciation into how stress affects materials in practical situations. It is assumed that the student will have successfully completed the 1st year mechanics course and so understands how to represent forces, vector quantities, and understands stress / strain relationships. In this module the student will look at applied mechanics problems such as Stress in compound bars, Shear force, shear stress, and shear strain, Poisson's ratio Shear force and bending moment diagrams. Centrifugal forces and rotation. Torsion Thermal strain Hoop stress in thin walled pressure vessels and thin rotating rings. This module is taught by a number of lecturers and includes many real life examples of how mechanics is used. Learning Outcomes 1. Define the terms \”stress\” and \”strain\” and determine the stress and strainthat each material in a compound barexperiences 3. Construct a shear force and bending moment diagram for simply supported and cantilever beams, which are loaded with point loads or uniformly distributed loads. 4. Be able to calculate shear stress, angle of twist, and torque in rotating shafts. 5. Identify instances, effects and applications of thermal strain and calculate stresses resulting from changes in temperature 7. Calculate the hoop stress set up in thin walled pressure vessels and in thin rotating rings. |
05 | Mandatory |
Year 3
Semester | Module Details | Credits | Mandatory / Elective |
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1 |
Control Systems 301Control Systems is all about plant and processes (systems) how they behave when subjected to certain inputs (system response) and how to get them to do what we want (system control). Control Systems 301 introduces the student to the characteristics of systems commonly encountered in mechatronics. Learning Outcomes 1. Use Laplace transform techniques to predict and interpret second order system response to step and ramp inputs. |
05 | Mandatory |
1 |
Industrial Data Communication 1Industrial Data communication is the manipulation of variables that can be implemented into the technology that automatically processes data. The technology under investigation include computers and other communications electronics that can collect, store, influence, formulate and allocate data to serve or control exact processes examples are motor control, electric switching, analogue to digital conversion, digital sampling. . Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrate a basic a basic knowledge of digital circuitry using logic. |
05 | Mandatory |
1 |
Introduction to RoboticsThis is an introduction to robotics that entails the mathematical modelling of robotic movement as well as the programming of key movements for the building and design of basic robots. Learning Outcomes 1. Choose and integrate hardware components for a simple robotic system. 2. Design and synthesize simple software control systems for individual robotic joints 3. Develop and implement mathematical models of multi-link robots to describe the relationship between individual joints and the position and velocity of the robot’s end effector 4. Apply elementary computer vision techniques to control an intelligent robot. 5. Program simple paths and tasks on articulated robotic arm platform. 6. Design and report development of practical robotic systems that incorporate all of the above. |
05 | Mandatory |
1 |
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition L7The subject aims to give the student the skills to design and build Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA) and distributed control systems software using graphical programming techniques Learning Outcomes 1. Acquire the necessary skills to produce visual models of real world events 6. Understand the deployment of SCADA software for the development of increasingly complex tasks. |
05 | Mandatory |
2 |
Mathematics 3This module consists of topics from Integral and Differential Calculus, Linear Algebra and Complex Numbers. These topics include differential equations and applications, Laplace Transforms, De Moivre's Theorem, Fourier Transforms, Gaussian Elimination and z-transforms. Learning Outcomes 1. Solve first order differential equations using separable variables technique and the integrating factor method 6. Be able to obtain the z-Transform of some standard functions and solve first order difference equations. |
05 | Mandatory |
2 |
Control Systems 302Control Systems is all about plant and processes (systems) how they behave when subjected to certain inputs (system response) and how to get them to do what we want (system control). Control Systems 302 introduces the student to analog and digital strategies for controlling these systems Learning Outcomes 1. Carry out practicals using analog control techniques on mechanical and fluid equipment. 2. Derive the difference equations for numerical integrators and differentiators. 5. Implement simple machine learning strategies in linear regression, logistic regression and neural networks using Matlab/Octave software. 6. Use software (e.g. LabView, Simulink) to tune PID controllers. |
05 | Mandatory |
2 |
Industrial Data Communication 2Review of Data Acquisition, Automation System Architecture – Hierarchical Levels, Functional Layered Models – OSI reference model, System engineering approach, Input / Output Structures, Control Unit Structure, Protocols, Communication principles and modes: network topology, transmission media, noise, cable characteristic and Instrumentation and control devices.. Learning Outcomes 1. Understand the function of a bus protocol. 5. Display an understanding of how the microprocessor computes data. 7. Use LabVIEW client/server software |
05 | Mandatory |
2 |
Mechatronics Project 300This 10 credit module involves the design, construction and reporting of a mechatronics project which will typically involve the following elements: 1. Visual interface . e.g. computer screen, lcd readout, control panel with indicator lights 2. Data acquisition . i.e. measurement using appropriate sensors with conversion of signals where necessary from analog to digital and vice versa. 3. Control . The project should be capable of maintaining a measured property within defined limits and be able to cope with small disturbances. Alternatively there could be decision-making based on machine vision or counting/sorting functions. Switching something on and off is not sufficient. Learning Outcomes 1. Design a system typically incorporating a visual interface, data acquisition and control to meet a defined aim 3. Research and select components/software/control methods |
10 | Mandatory |
1 |
Professional Development & EmployabilityProfessional Development and Employability is an impending graduate skills module that offers a variety of professional skills to support the development of the graduate's early career. Learning Outcomes 1. Undertake a critical audit of their skills and capabilities for their professional career 2. Employ the correct communication approach (presentation, poster, report) and use reference material correctly. 3. Demonstrate professional ethics in engineering, including the role of an engineer in society, environmental and health, safety & risk issues. 4. Interpret the roles of teams and leadership. 5. Prepare a personal development plan and work preparation plan (including CV, Cover letter). |
05 | Mandatory |
1 |
Essential Lean Six Sigma and ValidationThis module examine various aspects of the application of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles and tools as they apply to modern manufacturing environment. This module also introduces the student to the area of validation. Learning Outcomes 1. Relate the history of quality development to Lean, Six Sigma, Validationand Quality Management Standards 2. Evaluate and discuss the key principles of Six Sigma programmes and their application for manufacturing 3. Evaluate and discuss the key principles of Lean Manufacturing and their typical application for manufacturing. 4. Explain how validation principles are applied in a process validation. 5. Interpret the Quality Management StandardISO9001 and connect how Lean and Six Sigma work together with the process approach. |
05 | Mandatory |
2 |
Advanced Automation TechnologyThis module deals with various automation technologies ranging from: Advanced PLC Programming Scripting to interface with PLC Embedding C# or other languages into PLC applications Safety BUS PILZ stop buttons Apply these technologies to routine industry scenarios Learning Outcomes 1. Apply advanced PLC programming 2. EmbedC# or other languages into PLC applications 3. Apply scripting to interface with PLC 4. Implement machinery safety using Pilz SafetyBUS p standard 5. Apply the above technologies to routine real-life industry scenario |
05 | Mandatory |
Progression
Graduates have two further study options. They may progress to the Level 8 add-on BEng (Hons) in Mechatronic Engineering, which will take another year to complete. Graduates may also progress to the start of Year 3 of the Level 8 BEng (Hons) in Robotics and Automation, which will take two additional years to complete. Students need to achieve a final year average above 50% in the Level 7 Mechatronics degree to progress to either of the Level 8 degrees.
BEng (Hons) in Mechatronics (add-on)
BEng (Hons) in Robotics and Automation
After completing a Level 8 programme, we offer a wide range of Level 9 and Level 10 postgraduate options.
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Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate Entry Requirement | 5 subjects at O6/H7 English or Irish at O6/H7 Maths at O6/H7 |
QQI/FET Major Award Required | Any |
Additional QQI/FET Requirements | C20139 or 5N1833 or C20174 or C20175 or 5N18396 or 5N0556 or Leaving Certificate Maths at 06/H7 |
Fees
Total Fees EU: €3000
This annual student contribution charge is subject to change by Government. Additional tuition fees may apply. Click on the link below for more information on fees, grants and scholarships.
Total Fees Non-EU: €12000
Subject to approval by ATU Governing Body (February 2025)
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Careers
Mechatronics is how high-tech manufacturing is carried out today and is becoming one of the fastest-growing career areas. The integrated skills developed in this Mechatronics degree can be applied to a variety of jobs, enabling students to have a very promising career in the biomedical, pharmaceutical, electronics, food processing and manufacturing sectors.
Graduates have the interdisciplinary approach necessary to integrate electronics, control, software and mechanical engineering. Our engineering graduates are in high demand to meet the skills shortage across the sector both nationally and internationally.
The BEng in Mechatronics comes with professional accreditation from Engineers Ireland. This is an internationally recognised accreditation which means graduates have worldwide employment opportunities. A professionally accredited programme gives graduates an advantage when it comes to employment.
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