Mechatronics engineering, the integration of electrics, intelligent computer control and mechanical engineering, has seen numerous technological advances. Today, our generation has benefited from the convenience provided by mechatronics products such as the computer hard disk drive, the printer, the DVD player and the treadmill.

Mechatronics Engineers, with the breadth of knowledge and skills they acquire from the various engineering disciplines, will be in great demand as the industry continues to move a higher level of technology integration.

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Elective Programmes

Automation & System Integration
Wafer Fabrication Technology
Biomedical Engineering

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Course Aims

The course provides:

• a sound broad-based foundation in mechatronics with a choice to specialise in application technologies such as Automation & System Integration, Wafer Fabrication Technology or Biomedical Engineering; and

• an exposure to advanced automation technologies with emphasis on developing problem-solving skills for integrating these technologies

Duration: 3 academic years on a full-time basis.

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Career Prospects

The training obtained from the mechatronics course's multi-disciplinary nature will add versatility to the graduates' capabilities. They will be able to adapt flexibly to a wide range of industries, and make contributions in develping new technologies and pioneering new approaches in production.

Engineering graduates from NYP will also be able to upgrade their knowledge and skills by pursuing their studies in local or overseas universities.

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Entry Requirements

• Singapore-Cambridge GCE 'O' Level Holders
• Singapore-Cambridge GCE 'A' Level Holders
• ITE Certificate Holders
• Malaysia SPM/UEC Holders
• Malaysia STPM Holders
• Other Foreign Qualifications

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Course Structure

In the first and second year of studies, the subjects will give you a good foundation in engineering knowledge. The training will leverage on technology applications to enhance your effectiveness as a mechatronics technologist. You will take up subjects such as Engineering Mechanics, Engineering Drawing/CADD, Materials Technology, Electrical Principles & Circuits, Analogue & Digital Electronics, Computer Programming, Automatic Control, Mechanical Design, Machine Elements & System Peripherals, Electrical Machines, etc.

The three-year course emphasizes hands-on training, with one whole semester set aside specially for the final-year project module in the third year. Moreover, to prepare you for the real world, the industrial attachment programme will give you a chance to work with companies on real-life projects.

The followings are the subjects students have to take before being awarded the Diploma in Mechatronics Engineering:

Year 1 Semester 1 & 2
Year 2 Semester 1 & 2
Year 3 Semester 1 & 2

In the third year of studies, you can choose from one of the following elective programmes:

Automation & System Integration
Wafer Fabrication Technology
Biomedical Engineering

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Last updated on 14 May 2009 by Lawrence Durai