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Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering
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Robots are computer controlled devices which have been used to assist humans
in various tasks. While the majority of robots have been used in manufacturing,
a recent trend has seen robots used in a variety of applications including
space and underwater exploration, medicine and a wide range of service industries.
The discipline of robotics embraces the design and operation of these devices
and their integration with other systems in the work environment. Mechatronics
combines mechanical, electrical, electronic and software engineering in the
design, development and control of diverse systems used in a range of industries
including manufacturing, medicine and the service industries.
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Engineering sister act
Engineering is often seen as a male-dominated field, but not for the Chhikara sisters, both studying a robotics/mechatronics course at Swinburne University.
Growing up in India, Aakanksha and Abhiruchi eschewed playing with Lego blocks in favour of miniature robots and were immersed in engineering from a young age.
Their father designed one of the first mechanical brick plants in India, in their hometown of Haryana and both sisters have been inspired by his example.
Aakanksha, in her final year of studies, worked with her father to design a new brick-cutting system and has already had international experience working for Bosch in Germany as part of a six-month Industry-Based Learning (IBL) placement.
The experience made her realise that technical skills are just part of the equation in engineering. “Project and people management skills are very important. Being able to communicate what is required in a project and lead a team is an important part of the job.
“The IBL placement opportunity was one of the reasons I chose Swinburne. As an international student I had to do lots of research and as it’s such a big decision, it’s important to compare every university on its merits, and find out about what students have to say about it,” she said.
First year student Abhiruchi really enjoys the emphasis on teamwork and problem solving in her course. “It’s very practical and from day one you are working on applying the theory you learn into practice.”
Aakanksha says the course has opened her eyes to how diverse the robotics/mechatronics field really is with robotic prosthetics used widely in medical research.
While the majority of robots have been used in manufacturing, a recent trend has seen robots used in a variety of applications including space and underwater exploration, medicine and a wide range of service industries.
“Robotics is a very creative and dynamic field of engineering and there is a lot of scope in terms of career opportunities.”
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