B.Eng. Mechatronics Engineering

The B.Eng. Mechatronics Engineering program is a synergistic integration of mechanical engineering, electronics, computer science, and control engineering to design intelligent systems and products. Rooted in a multi-disciplinary approach, students delve into areas such as robotics, sensor technology, digital control systems, and automation. The curriculum emphasizes not only theoretical principles but also hands-on applications, with substantial exposure to laboratory work, computer programming, and real-world projects. Students often engage in designing automated systems, developing embedded controllers, and programming robotic devices. As industries transition towards automation and smart technologies, from manufacturing lines to autonomous vehicles, graduates of this program are uniquely positioned to engineer solutions that harness the power of both mechanical systems and digital intelligence, laying the groundwork for the industries of the future.

Admission Requirements

Candidates are admitted into the degree programme in either of the following two ways:

1. Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) Mode (5 Year Degree Programme)
2. Direct Entry (DE) Mode (4 Year Degree Programme)

• Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) Mode

For the five-year degree programme, in addition to acceptable passes in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), the minimum admission requirement is credit level passes in Senior School Certificate (SSC) in at least five subjects, which must include English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and other acceptable science subjects at not more than two sittings.

• Direct Entry (DE) Mode

For four-year Direct Entry, in addition to five (5) Senior School Certificate (SSC) credit passes, which must include English Language, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry, candidates with at least two passes in relevant subjects (Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry) at the GCE Advanced Level or IJMB or JUPEB may be considered for admission. Candidates who have good National Diploma (ND) results in relevant Engineering Technology programmes may also be considered for admission into 200 level. Holders of upper credit pass and above at the Higher National Diploma (HND) level are eligible for consideration for admission into 300 level.

Graduation Requirements

The following regulations shall govern the conditions for the award of an honours degree in Engineering and Technology:

1. Candidates admitted through the UTME mode shall have registered for a minimum of 150 and a maximum of 180 units of courses during the 5–year engineering degree programme. Such candidates shall have spent a minimum of ten academic semesters.
2. Candidates admitted through the Direct entry mode shall have registered for a minimum of 120 and a maximum of 150 units of courses during a 4–year engineering degree programme. Such candidates shall have spent a minimum of eight academic semesters.
3. The minimum and maximum credit load per semester is 15 and 24 credit units, respectively.
4. A student shall have completed and passed all the Courses registered for, including all compulsory courses and such elective /optional courses as may be specified by the university/faculty or department; obtained a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) specified by the university but not less than 1.00.
5. A student shall also have earned the 15 credit units of Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES), 8 credit units of University General Study courses and four credit units of Entrepreneurship courses.

For graduates with a B.Eng. in Mechatronics Engineering, given the interdisciplinary nature of the field and its applicability to modern technological advancements, here are key career opportunities:

• Robotics Engineer: Designing, developing, and maintaining robotic systems for various industries, including healthcare, automotive, and manufacturing.
• Automation Engineer: Implementing and overseeing automated systems and processes in industries to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Control Systems Designer: Creating and optimizing systems that monitor and control machinery and processes, ensuring they operate within desired parameters.
• Machine Learning Engineer: Implementing artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms for systems like autonomous vehicles or industrial robots.
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Developer: Designing and programming drones for various applications, from agricultural monitoring to delivery services.
• Medical Devices Engineer: Creating intelligent medical devices that can assist in patient monitoring, diagnostics, or treatment.
• Advanced Manufacturing Engineer: Implementing cutting-edge technologies, including 3D printing and smart manufacturing processes.
• Systems Integrator: Coordinating the integration of mechanical, electronic, and computer components into holistic systems.
• R&D Engineer: Engaging in research and development of next-generation mechatronic systems and applications.

Given the increasing convergence of mechanical systems with electronics and digital technologies, mechatronics engineers are at the forefront of creating intelligent, adaptable solutions for a wide range of applications, from everyday devices to complex industrial systems.