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Mechatronics Engineering
Certificate Program
Interdisciplinary Online Program for Practicing Mechanical and Electrical Engineers
RIT, 77 Lomb Memorial Dr., Rochester, NY 14623; (585) 475-7971; [email protected]
www.rit.edu/kgcoe/mechatronics-engineering-certificate
Mechatronics Engineering Certificate
RIT’s Mechatronics Engineering Certificate program is designed for practicing mechanical and
electrical engineers who aspire to become strong contributors to multidisciplinary design and
product development teams working in the area of mechatronics. The program provides
engineers with a solid foundation in the core principles of their complementary discipline and
augments this foundation with focused study in mechatronics at the intersection of electrical
and mechanical engineering. A significant laboratory experience completes the program and
facilitates the transfer of new cross-disciplinary knowledge to professional practice.
Participants are positioned to drive innovation in technology and product development.
The curriculum
The 9-credit Mechatronics Engineering Certificate program consists of two online courses in
electrical and mechanical engineering, plus an on-campus integrated laboratory applications
course in Mechatronics.
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Foundations of Thermal and Mechanical Systems (MECE 255) for Electrical Engineers or
Foundations of Circuits and Electronics (EEEE 255) for Mechanical Engineers - 3 credits
Embedded Systems for Mechatronics (EEEE/MECE 515/615)* - 3credits
Lab Applications in Mechatronics (MECE/EEEE 625)* - 3 credits
*May also be applied to a graduate program.
Courses may be used to meet professional development and continuing education requirements
for registered professional engineers: 1 credit = 1.5 CEU’s or 15 PDH’s.
Admission requirements
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Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from
an accredited institution. No transfer credit is permitted
To apply, go to http://www.rit.edu/emcs/ptgrad/parttime_admission.php
RIT, 77 Lomb Memorial Dr., Rochester, NY 14623; (585) 475-7971; [email protected]
www.rit.edu/kgcoe/mechatronics-engineering-certificate
Mechatronics Engineering Certificate
Course descriptions
MECE 255 Foundations of Thermal and Mechanical Systems – 3 credits
This course introduces the principles of modeling and simulation of thermo-mechanical dynamic
systems through the use of first principles and empirical correlations. Topics include modeling of
mechanical, fluid and thermal components and systems; frequency and time domain analysis; and
rudimentary systems-level examples.
EEEE 255 Foundations of Circuits and Electronics – 3 credits
The course covers the basics of DC and AC circuit analysis starting with the definition of voltage,
current, resistance, power and energy. Linearity and superposition, together with Kirchhoff's laws, are
applied to the analysis of circuits having series, parallel and other combinations of circuit elements.
Thevenin and maximum power transfer theorems are proven and applied. Complex plane and complex
algebra are introduced along with the concepts of complex exponential functions, phasors, complex
impedances and admittances. Transfer function and frequency response of RLC circuits are discussed.
Semiconductor diodes and diode circuits, including rectifying and clamping circuits, as well as Zener
diode-based voltage regulation are introduced. Ideal operational amplifier (op amp) circuits in noninverting and inverting configurations and design of analog integrated circuits using op amp are also
covered. The design of analog filters is presented as well as MOSFET current-voltage characteristics,
DC and AC analysis of transistor circuits, and design of single stage amplifiers.
EEEE/MECE 515/615 Embedded Systems for Mechatronics – 3 credits
This course introduces the principles of Matlab, Simulink, and Embedded Systems through the use of
examples, problems, and a hands-on learning approach. Matlab topics include: basic function usage,
matrix manipulation, polynomials, programming loops, operators, logical operations, conditional flow
control, m-files, data import/export, plotting, data analysis, custom functions, differential equation
solvers, Fourier transforms, systems modeling, and an introduction to external interfaces. Simulink
topics include: creating a model file, basic block manipulation, interface with Matlab, modeling and
solutions of systems, creating subsystems, S-functions, custom blocks. Also included is an introduction
to embedded system programming with microprocessors focusing on measuring input, manipulating
data, and controlling output. Several systems-level examples are presented.
MECE/EEEE 625 Lab Applications in Mechatronics – 3 credits
This course provides an integrative experience for the mechatronics engineering certificate, relying
upon the completed course work and culminating in the development of laboratory experiences related
to mechatronics. Students will design and prepare a novel lab experiment and complete experiments
designed by peers. (Pre-requisites: MECE/EEEE 515 or 615)
RIT, 77 Lomb Memorial Dr., Rochester, NY 14623; (585) 475-7971; [email protected]
www.rit.edu/kgcoe/mechatronics-engineering-certificate