Mechatronics and Robotic Systems (Hons) University of Liverpool

Overview

Throughout the Mechatronics and Robotic Systems (Hons) BSc programme from  University of Liverpool , you’ll receive a thorough grounding in a range of electrical and computer control systems, and technologies in mechanical engineering, electronics, electrical engineering, control engineering and computing.

Key Features

Whilst many products are essentially mechanical in nature, most could not function without electrical and computer control systems. There are also numerous automotive applications; modern high-performance cars have more than 100 computers hidden in the engine management system, anti-lock brakes, active suspension control and elsewhere. Engineers with experience in mechatronics and robotic systems are therefore in high demand.

The program works closely with industry leaders to develop all of our programmes. Building on the core principles of electrical/electronic engineering, you will develop advanced skills in and experience with industry standard tools, technologies and working methods.

Career opportunities:

There is a high demand for engineers with experience in mechatronics and robotic systems in a number of industries. For example, there are numerous automotive applications, with modern high-performance cars having more than 100 computers hidden within their systems.

Some of the graduates go on to work in the industrial sector, in government and in education, whilst others enter non-technical professions such as banking, accountancy, management and law.

Recent employers include companies from the following industries:

• Technology/electronics: ARM Holdings Ltd, Ericsson Ltd, Marconi, Deva Electronic Controls, Siemens UK, Logica CMG
• Energy/utilities: Energetix Group PLC, Scottish Power, United Utilities PLC
• Research/science: Daresbury Laboratory, Science and Technology Facilities Council, Ministry of Defence, Royal Liverpool University Hospital (Clinical Engineering)
• Engineering and manufacturing: Heap and Partners Ltd, Siemens UK, The Highways Agency, British Nuclear Group.