Mechatronics Engineering

The Multimedia University (MMU) Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Electronics majoring in Robotics and Automation programme provides a complete undergraduate training in robotics and automation fields; such as advanced robotics; machine vision; applied dynamics; knowledge system and neural computing; digital control system; microprocessor system; automation and power technology. In addition; the students are also exposed to basic engineering training in circuit and signal analysis; field theory; electronics; control theory; power systems; machines; communications and engineering mathematics. To better prepare the students for the engineering professional career; courses in basic management; economics; accounting and law are also included. This programme also provides students with industrial experience and research training; by requiring students to complete industrial training and graduation projects.

The Multimedia University (MMU) Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Electronics majoring in Robotics and Automation programme aims for the following outcomes:
* Ability to acquire and apply fundamental principles of science and engineering.
* Capability to communicate effectively.
* Acquisition of technical competence in specialised areas of engineering discipline.
* Ability to identify; formulate and model problems and find engineering solutions based on a system approach.
* Ability to conduct investigation and research on engineering problems in a chosen field of study.
* Understanding of the importance of sustainability and cost-effectiveness in design and development of engineering solutions.
* Understanding and commitment to professional and ethical responsibilities.
* Ability to work effectively as an individual; and as a member/leader in a team.
* Ability to be a multi-skilled engineer with good technical knowledge; management; leadership and entrepreneurial skills.
* Awareness of the social; cultural; global and environmental responsibilities as an engineer.
* Capability and enthusiasm for self-improvement through continuous professional development and life-long learning.

All engineering degrees awarded by the MMU Faculty of Engineering are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Council of Malaysia and the Board of Engineers; Malaysia. Furthermore; Malaysia is a signatory of the Washington Accord. Hence; MMU engineering graduates are recognised and able to work at the signatory countries such as Australia; Canada; Hong Kong; Ireland; Japan; New Zealand; Singapore; South Africa; South Korea; Taiwan; UK and USA.

Mechatronic Engineering is concerned with the creation; design and building of intelligent machines. This new breed of engineer has to master skills in mechanical; electronic and computer engineering and work in a hybrid manner; meeting an ever-increasing need in industry where complexity of projects is rising and resources are limited. The main areas of activity are:

* Project management and multidisciplinary approach to getting projects completed 
* Fundamental design and build and ways of embedding intelligence and interfacing to the real world
* Fit and forget: construction of machines to run autonomously
* Process control and plant condition monitoring and control
* Consultation and advice in optimal methods of building systems and connecting subsystems together
* Entrepreneurial attitude and invention; manufacture and marketing of new intelligent machines.

Programme Educational Objectives
PEO1.   Be competent engineers in the field of Mechatronics Engineering.
PEO2.   Have progressed in their Mechatronics Engineering careers or other chosen profession and/or are engaged in advanced studies in Mechatronics Engineering or other related fields.

Programme Outcomes
The students, upon completion of their study, should attain the following outcomes:
PO1.   Ability to gain and comprehend basic principles of Mathematics, Science and Engineering.
PO2.   Ability to identify problems related to Engineering and apply basic engineering principles to solve them.
PO3.   Ability to recognize and apply suitable tools and techniques for engineering practical applications.
PO4.   Ability to evaluate engineering problems.
PO5.   Ability to design solutions for complex engineering problems.
PO6.   Ability to communicate effectively and Professionally.
PO7.   Ability to comprehend current good practices of engineering for sustainable development.
PO8.   Ability to be aware of safety, health, social, cultural and environmental responsibilities as an engineer.
PO9.   Ability to execute the responsibilities of an Engineer professionally and ethically.
P10.   Ability to function effectively as an individual or in a team.
P11.   Ability to recognize the need for, and be able to engage in independent and life-long learning.

Career options
The Mechatronic Engineering course provides the technical and creative know-how needed to achieve the best possible engineering career path. Graduates are also sought after for management positions because of their broad skill base and knowledge of state-of-the-art technology. Careers span the range of fields which are normally covered by mechanical, electrical and computer engineering. Roles include designing consumer machines, industrial machines and robotics and automation for advanced manufacturing robot control systems or aviation electronics , software and hardware development for real-time computer control systems among others.

Upon graduation students will receive degrees from Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU) - Malaysia in association with Staffordshire University - United Kingdom.

Previously known as APIIT, the Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) has produced more than 16000 highly skilled technology professionals in Malaysia and the Asia Pacific region, and has earned a reputation for excellence in education and research and development.