Mechatronic Engineering Technology
Higher Diploma in Mechatronics Engineering Technology
Program Educational Objectives
- To develop in the graduate the ability to utilize, install, configure, test, operate, maintain and troubleshoot electromechanical systems/circuits in Mechatronics Engineering Technology.
- To develop in the graduate the ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary for entry into their chosen vocation.
- To develop in the graduate the ability to utilize the principles of science, algebra, trigonometry, statistics and calculus to solve related problems in Mechatronics Engineering Technology.
- To develop in the graduate the understanding of the need to comply with health, safety and environmental considerations and regulations
Student Outcomes
- Apply the principles of mathematics and science to identify, define, analyze and solve technical problems encountered in Mechatronics Engineering Technology.
- Design and develop Mechatronic Engineering Technology solutions to meet desired needs within realistic economic, environmental, social, ethical, health and safety, manufacturing, and sustainability constraints.
- Apply the knowledge of electrical engineering, electronic engineering, control systems engineering and mechanical engineering within the Mechatronics context.
- Apply knowledge of the principles of engineering mechanics, Thermo fluids, fluid power, heat transfer and industrial plant services skills that are demonstrably in demand by the industry relevant to Mechatronics.
- Apply critical thinking and logic skills to solve Mechatronic and control problems.
- Communicate orally and through writing effectively using the latest techniques and equipment within the field of Mechatronics.
- Function competently in a laboratory or workshop setting, operating equipment safely, accurately making and recording measurements, critically examining the data and interpreting the results.
- Apply fault finding and maintenance principles to Mechatronics engineering systems using the latest instruments and techniques.
- Contribute to Mechatronics project planning and execution with knowledge of appropriate methods, materials, machinery and project planning.
- Apply leadership and guidance when organizing activities of self and others as well as contributing to technical solutions in a Mechatronics environment.
- Performance of a broad range of skilled applications including requirements to evaluate and analyze systems and to modify and improve current systems.
- Maintain standards of professional practice and conduct, uphold and promote ethical behavior and maintain continued professional development through the application of life-long learning techniques
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