Mechatronics
Mechatronics is a discipline concerned with the integration of computer science, electrical and mechanical engineering. A detailed understanding of how these three areas interact enables the development of 'intelligent' products and manufacturing systems such as computer-controlled robots, cameras and washing machines.
Study
The professional entry Master of Engineering (Mechatronics) can be studied by anyone with a three -year undergraduate degree including Maths & Science
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Research
Mechatronics Research Group is a research group of the Department of Mechanical Engineering.
Contacts:
Professor Saman Halgamuge 83445587 saman@unimelb.edu.au
Dr Chris Manzie 83446731 manziec@unimelb.edu.au
Dr Denny Oetomo 83446795 doetomo@unimelb.edu.au
Alumnus
Nick Adler studied Mechatronics as part of a BE/BCS, and now works at Toyota Technical Center, Australia.
I am working as: a simulation engineer
The industry/sector I work in is:
automotive research and development
The best part about my job is:
The opportunity to work with people around the world on cutting edge technology which will take another 10 years to reach the consumer market. Being paid to learn Japanese in preparation for working overseas.
The highlight of my career to date has been:
The key role I played in my team's successful completion of some early modelling and simulation projects resulted in Toyota Japan choosing our Melbourne R&D facility as their worldwide centre of excellence for modelling and simulation work of that type.
During a typical day at work, I:
learn Japanese, develop models and simulations for Toyota's hybrid vehicles, liaise with project partners in Australia and abroad.
Graduating from Melbourne gave me:
The ability to continue learning and the qualifications to work in a wide variety of industries and fields.