The evolution of mechanical engineering curricula: mechatronics
The evolution of mechanical engineering curricula: mechatronics
This paper discusses one area in the ongoing evolution of Mechanical Engineering curricula, Mechatronics. Mechatronic devices are widespread – CD players, cars, autowashers, robots, disc drives, photocopiers etc. – mechanical devices which involve a microprocessor, electronics and control. The evolution of the classical Mechanical Engineering degree into a separate degree in Mechatronics is fully in keeping with the desire for a hightech, knowledge-based economy. The philosophy and the rise of Mechatronics-related teaching is briefly reviewed and the possible diversity of courses indicated. Two case studies are presented. The first describes the experiences of two of the authors in developing a Mechatronics undergraduate degree programme when they were at the University of Auckland, the motivation behind the decision and the structure of the course. The second case study is a proposal for a multi-media based course in mechatronics which could be utilised for a European-wide degree.
mechatronics, complex decision making, synthesis of engineering systems, education
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Jones, Richard W.
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Mace, Brian R.
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Tham, Ming T.
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2002
Jones, Richard W.
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Mace, Brian R.
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Tham, Ming T.
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Jones, Richard W., Mace, Brian R. and Tham, Ming T.
(2002)
The evolution of mechanical engineering curricula: mechatronics.
ICEE 2002 Conference, Manchester, UK.
17 - 20 Aug 2002.
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This paper discusses one area in the ongoing evolution of Mechanical Engineering curricula, Mechatronics. Mechatronic devices are widespread – CD players, cars, autowashers, robots, disc drives, photocopiers etc. – mechanical devices which involve a microprocessor, electronics and control. The evolution of the classical Mechanical Engineering degree into a separate degree in Mechatronics is fully in keeping with the desire for a hightech, knowledge-based economy. The philosophy and the rise of Mechatronics-related teaching is briefly reviewed and the possible diversity of courses indicated. Two case studies are presented. The first describes the experiences of two of the authors in developing a Mechatronics undergraduate degree programme when they were at the University of Auckland, the motivation behind the decision and the structure of the course. The second case study is a proposal for a multi-media based course in mechatronics which could be utilised for a European-wide degree.
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Published date: 2002
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ICEE 2002 Conference, Manchester, UK, 2002-08-17 - 2002-08-20
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mechatronics, complex decision making, synthesis of engineering systems, education
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Richard W. Jones
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Ming T. Tham
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