Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering

Students who enroll for studies in mechanical engineering may specialise in one of the following fields:

• Mechanical Engineering
  Mechanical engineering is a very broad field of study and involves all forms of mechanisms and movement. The course consists of design, manufacturing, improving and maintaining machinery and equipment. Mechanical engineering also combines various fields of study such as mechatronics, electrical engineering and manufacturing.

• Mechatronics Engineering
  The term “mechatronics” describes the integration of electronic engineering, electrical engineering, computer technology and control engineering with mechanical engineering. This process forms a crucial part of the design, manufacturing and maintenance of a wide range of engineering products and processes. Consequently, there is a need for engineers and technicians to adopt an interdisciplinary and integrated approach involving skills and knowledge that are not confined to a single subject area. They should be able to operate and communicate across a range of engineering disciplines.

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