Study program: Mechatronics Faculty of Automotive, Mechatronics and Mechanical Engineering Field of study: Mechatronics and Robotics Years: 4 years (8 semesters) Number of credits: 240 ECTS credits

Description of the study program: The main objective of the MECHATRONICS study program is the interdisciplinary education and training of the future engineers in the field of mechatronics. Mechatronics is a transdisciplinary field of engineering based on classical disciplines: mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and computer science. Examples of mechatronic products include CNC machines, computers, telecommunication technology, research equipment, robots, modern automobiles, biomedical appliances, household appliances, etc. Mechatronics is the mechanical technology required by the information society. Mechatronics is distinct from traditional technology. In traditional technology, the fundamental elements are material and energy. In the mechatronics, to these two elements are added another component: information. Mechatronic systems are characterized by the fact that they store, process and analyze the obtained signals and perform proper tasks. The goal is to expand and complement the mechanical systems with sensors and microprocessors to create reliable and intelligent products. Methods to integrate these components come from system theory, control, and information technology. The disciplines studied in the program (see also the curricula) are similar to those studied in similar programs from abroad. The acquired competences are: – application of the fundamental knowledge of the general and specialized technical culture for solving the technical problems specific to the mechatronics and robotics field by using the modern principles of conception and exploitation of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, optical, electrical, software, actuators, sensors etc.; – design and realization of mechanical and electronic subsystems and components, selection and adaptation of sensors and elements of operation, analysis, modeling, identification and synthesis of control subsystems, acquisition, processing and interpretation of data obtained, performance evaluation, experiment design and optimization of assembly performance ; – teamwork, planning and organization, problem analysis and problem solving, professional communication skills both horizontally and vertically, etc. – identification of the need for continuous training through efficient use of information sources, communication resources and assisted professional training; – modeling, simulation, conceptual design and programming of mechatronic systems, integration of models by configuring their relationships in order to obtain the integrated / global model of a mecatronic system, developing applications with microcontrollers, designing a data collection system, using sensors, developing applications with PLCs. Ability to develop and / or manage a company in the field of mechatronics, communication skills, inter-relationship, cooperation, collaboration.

Scholarships: Scholarships and scholarships are offered. Completion of studies: Bachelor’s degree studies end with a Diploma of Engineer. This must include original contributions of the author of at least 30% of the volume of the work, obtained during the university study period. Perspectives after completing the studies: Some of the research included in the bachelor’s theses can be continued in higher education cycles, the master’s degree and then the PhD. Within the MDM department there are 6 PhD supervisors. Graduates of this study program have many opportunities to work in the departmental departments of national and multinational companies in small and medium-sized firms, or they can develop their own design, production or consultancy in the field of mechatronics.