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Nov 25, 2024
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2024-2025 Graduate Academic Calendar
Mechatronics Engineering, MASc
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General information
The Master of Applied Science (MASc) in Mechatronics Engineering allows a student to study all of the main areas associated with mechatronics engineering. Mechatronics engineering is an interdisciplinary discipline featuring aspects of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, software engineering, and controls. Opportunities exist for graduate students to explore these areas. Topics can vary widely and may include robotics, autonomous systems, biomechatronics, controls, and artificial intelligence and machine learning.
Admission requirements
In addition to the general admission requirements for graduate studies , applicants must meet the following program-specific requirements:
Completion of an undergraduate engineering degree in a relevant field from an accredited engineering program at a Canadian university, or its equivalent from a recognized institution. Overall academic standing of at least a B (GPA: 3.0 on a 4.3 scale), with a minimum B in the last two full-time years (four semesters) of undergraduate work or equivalent. B+ is preferred for MASc applicants.
Applicants must possess maturity and self-motivation. Close technical contact with a research supervisor is essential in research-based engineering programs. Prior to being accepted into the program, MASc applicants must find a faculty member who specializes in their desired area of research and who is willing to act as their thesis research supervisor.
A current list of graduate faculty is available on the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science’s website.
Part-time studies
To facilitate access to all potential students, part-time studies are permitted.
Degree requirements
The objective of the MASc program in Mechatronics Engineering is to prepare students for careers in research, development, and advanced engineering. Graduates of the program will be able to work as engineers in research and development or other areas in advanced technology companies or government agencies, or continue their education and pursue a PhD degree. The objectives of the MASc program are achieved through a combination of course work, supervised research, a research seminar, and a research thesis.
For the MASc in Mechatronics Engineering, students must complete five courses for a total of 15 credits and a thesis worth 15 credits. Students must also successfully complete METE 5003G - MASc Seminar for Mechatronics Engineering and ENGR 5001G - MASc Thesis .
Undergraduate courses
In addition to the required graduate courses, students may take only one senior year undergraduate engineering course (i.e., with prefix ENGR 4xxxU) in lieu of a graduate-level course, provided they have not already taken a similar course during their undergraduate degree and the course is approved by both the student’s supervisor and the graduate program director.
Courses outside of the program
Courses in other graduate programs at the university may be taken provided that students have not taken similar courses during their undergraduate or master’s degrees and the courses are approved by the graduate program director. At least half of a student’s courses must be within their program in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science. Students who wish to take courses outside of their program must gain approval from the graduate program director. Students who are uncertain about the academic background needed for a graduate course should consult the course instructor before registering for the course.
Course listing
The following list shows all courses relevant to the MASc in Mechatronics Engineering graduate program:
Program learning outcomes
The following outcomes outline the knowledge and skills students will have achieved upon completion of the program.
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