This course brings together the complementary disciplines of Robotics and Mechatronics which are founded in the engineering sciences, mathematics and mechanical/electronic engineering. It also addresses management issues including technology management, accounting and law. The course includes the study of bionics and micromachines which have a significant influence on the design of mechatronic systems for an increasing range of applications.

Robots are computer controlled devices which have been used to assist humans in various tasks. While the majority of robots have been used in manufacturing, a recent trend has seen robots used in a variety of applications including space and underwater exploration, medicine and a wide range of service industries. The discipline of robotics embraces the design and operation of these devices and their integration with other systems in the work environment. Mechatronics combines mechanical, electrical, electronic and software engineering in the design, development and control of diverse systems used in a range of industries including manufacturing, medicine and the service industries.

Foundation Studies
HES1125 Mechanics of Structures
HES1230 Materials and Mechatronics Project 1
HES1305 Robotics and Mechatronics Project 2
HES2120  Structural Mechanics 1
HES2310 Machine Dynamics 1
HES3350 Machine Design
HES3360 Human Factors
HET124 Energy and Motion
HET182 Electronic Systems
HET202 Digital Electronics Design
HET214 Circuits and Electronics 1
HET232 Embedded Microcontrollers
HET312 Control and Automation
HET329 Digital Signal and Image Processing
HMS111 Engineering Mathematics 1
HMS112 Engineering Mathematics 2
HMS211 Engineering Mathematics 3A
Software Engineering Studies
HIT3181 Technical Software Development
HIT3172 Object-Oriented Programming in C++

Technical Studies
HET228 Electrical Actuators and Sensors
HET344 Mechatronics Systems Design
HET489 Robotic Control
HET551 Design and Development Project 1
HET557 Design and Development Project 2
HES5250 Robot System Design

Specialist Studies
HES3334 Thermofluid Systems
HES4250 Design for Manufacture*
HES5290 Advanced Technologies
HES5310 Machine Dynamics 2*
HES5370 Automotive Electronics
HET102 Introductory Physiology
HET226 Sensory Systems
HET308 Circuits and Electronics 2 or HET235 Biomedical Electronics
HET417 Photonics and Fibre Optics
HET408 Biomedical Imaging and Emerging Technologies
HIT2308 Software Development Practices
HIT3002 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
HIT3037 Programming in Java
HIT3138 Intelligent Systems

Management and Business Studies
HBSG200 New Venture Development and Management
HES3380 Engineering Management 1
HES5380 Engineering Management 2

Note:
Not all subjects are offered all semesters. Some may be only offered subject to sufficient enrolments.

Recommended Study Sequence:
Year 1
HES1300 Robotics and Mechatronics Project 1
HES1230 Materials and Processes
HET124 Energy and Motion
HMS111 Engineering Mathematics 1
HES1305 Robotics and Mechatronics Project 2
HES1125 Mechanics of Structures
HET182 Electronic Systems
HMS112 Engineering Mathematics 2

Year 2
HMS211 Engineering Mathematics 3A
HES2120  Structural Mechanics
HET202 Digital Electronics Design
HIT3181 Technical Software Development
HES2310 Machine Dynamics 1
HET228 Electrical Actuators and Sensors
HET214 Circuits and Electronics 1
HET232 Embedded Microcontrollers
HES0001 Careers in the Curriculum

Year 3
HES3350 Machine Design
HET312 Control and Automation
HES3360 Human Factors
HET344 Mechatronics Systems Design  
HET489 Robotic Control
HET329 Digital Signal and Image Processing
HIT3172 Object-Oriented Programming in C
Approved Management Studies

Year 4
HET551 Design and Development Project 1
HET557 Design and Development Project 2
HES5250 Robot System Design
Approved Management Studies
Approved Elective
Approved Elective
Approved Elective
Approved Elective

Note:
* In addition to the above sequence, the successful completion of HED400 Professional Experience in Engineering is required for the award of the above degree and can be taken at any stage of the course.

* Students have the option to do Industry-Based Learning (IBL) for six to 12 months in Year 3 Semester 2. A fee will apply for this option. IBL can be used to fulfil the requirements of HED400.

Malaysian students are required by the Ministry of Higher Education to successfully complete the Compulsory Subjects (Mata Pelajaran Wajib) prior to graduation.

This course equips graduates for careers in industries such as robotics, airlines, chemical industries, automotive, appliance manufacturing and industrial research; in a variety of roles including design engineer, project planner, product designer and project manager.

Professional recognition: This program has been professionally accredited by Board of Engineers Malaysia.
Website: http://www.bem.org.my/

Local Students
International Students

Business Development and Communications Department
Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus
Jalan Simpang Tiga
93576 Kuching
Sarawak Malaysia

General line: +60 82 416353
Course enquiry line: +60 82 415353
Fax: +60 82 428353
Email: info@swinburne.edu.my