Mechatronics is a multidisciplinary field that works with a set of engineering skills in order to promote automation and control of products and processes through mechanics, electronics and programming.
Knowledge involved
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Mechatronics encompasses a range of knowledge about mechanics (movement), electronics (circuits) and programming/computing (control).
Possible careers for specialists
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• Automotive
engineer;
• Control
Control Systems Engineer;
• Project
Project Engineer;
• Software
software engineer.
Main responsibilities
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• Designing, developing and managing
engineering/automation systems;
• Carrying out feasibility studies,
cost implications and benefits of mechatronic equipment applications;
• Searching for
mechatronic/automated solutions for the transfer of components, materials or finished products;
• Mechatronic
mechatronic engineering consultancy;
• Maintenance
of mechatronic equipment.
Areas of activity
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• Mining,
Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction;
• Public
Administration;
• Finance
and Insurance;
• Manufacturing;
• Management
of Companies and Enterprises;
• Transportation
and Warehousing;
• Accommodation
and Food Services;
• Construction;
• Health
Care and Social Assistance;
• Retail
Trade;
• Arts,
Entertainment, and Recreation;
• Educational
Services.
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