Mechatronics (advanced minor)

Mechatronics minor provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the design, development, and application of mechatronic systems. The minor combines mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science to create a unique and highly sought-after skillset. 

The minor offers a balanced mix of compulsory and elective courses, giving students the flexibility to tailor their education to their interests and career goals. Courses cover the fundamentals of mechatronic machine design, dynamics, and control systems. The elective courses allow students to specialize in areas such as fluid power systems, vehicle mechatronics, robotic manipulation, and machine learning.

Students will have a comprehensive understanding of mechatronic systems, including their fundamental functions (sensing, actuation, and control) and the prevailing physics in common mechatronic machines (rigid-body mechanical systems, basic electrical systems, power transmission, and control).

After completing the mechatronics minor, students will be

• proficient in designing and implementing control systems for mechatronic machines, ensuring their functionality and optimal performance.
• able to design and construct new mechatronic products or test equipment based on given specifications.
• able to analyze and evaluate alternative solutions for mechatronic designs. They will also be able to make informed decisions based on their analyses.

Students can tailor their education to their specific mechatronics interests by choosing courses from a range of specialization fields.

Code: ENG3098

Extent: 20–25 ECTS

Curriculum: 2024–2026

Level: Advanced studies

Language of learning: English

Theme: ICT and digitalisation

Target group: All Aalto students

Teacher in charge: Panu Kiviluoma

Administrative contact: Katri Koistinen

Organising department: Department of Mechanical Engineering

School: School of Engineering

Prerequisites: Bachelor's degree. Student must take into account any course prerequisites (e.g. mechanics, mathematics).

Quotas and restrictions: -

Application process: -
 

Content and structure of the minor

About the minor

Description of the minor

Mechatronics minor provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the design, development, and application of mechatronic systems. The minor combines mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science to create a unique and highly sought-after skillset. 

The minor offers a balanced mix of compulsory and elective courses, giving students the flexibility to tailor their education to their interests and career goals. Courses cover the fundamentals of mechatronic machine design, dynamics, and control systems. The elective courses allow students to specialize in areas such as fluid power systems, vehicle mechatronics, robotic manipulation, and machine learning.

Intended learning outcomes 

Students will have a comprehensive understanding of mechatronic systems, including their fundamental functions (sensing, actuation, and control) and the prevailing physics in common mechatronic machines (rigid-body mechanical systems, basic electrical systems, power transmission, and control).

After completing the mechatronics minor, students will be

• proficient in designing and implementing control systems for mechatronic machines, ensuring their functionality and optimal performance.
• able to design and construct new mechatronic products or test equipment based on given specifications.
• able to analyze and evaluate alternative solutions for mechatronic designs. They will also be able to make informed decisions based on their analyses.

Students can tailor their education to their specific mechatronics interests by choosing courses from a range of specialization fields.

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Content

• First implementation Spring 2026