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Mechatronics Engineering Undergraduate Degree Program

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What makes this program different?

Combining mechanics, electronics and computer engineering, this program explores programming and electric circuit analysis, modern control theory, microcontrollers and robotics. Students learn to design, analyze and maintain current and emerging electromechanical systems bringing intelligent and streamlined systems to the real world.

Degree
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng)

Department
Mechanical, Industrial, and Mechatronics Engineering

Accreditation
Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (external link) 

Options
FT 4yrs, Co-op 5 yrs, optional specializations

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Paid experience with industry partners

Co-op students make an average of $50,000 a year, build professional industry connections with experts and gain on-the-job experience in their future careers. Students also complete a Capstone project in their final year which requires lab and studio collaboration with industry partners to solve a real-world problem.

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State-of-the art facilities

From biotechnologies that benefit human health, to disruptive 3D modelling revolutionary research is happening in our 21 Mechanical, Industrial, and Mechatronics labs.

Learn about our labs.

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#1 in Ontario for dedicated & personalized student support

The First-Year Engineering Office (FYEO) caters to all first year academic and administrative needs, ensuring a successful transition from high school student to thriving future engineer! First year students also benefit from first year intervention and transition programs that help students maintain and upgrade their academic standing.

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Funding for your studies & business ideas

Explore scholarships, awards, income opportunities, and financial assistance options to finance your studies.

If you have an innovative idea or startup, you may also qualify for Esch Award funding, which supports eligible ventures from the ideation to launch stages.

Explore your journey

The co-operative (co-op) & internship program offers engineering students 8, 12 & 16 months of paid, full-time on-the-job experience, to develop skills, build professional connections and gain confidence in their chosen discipline.

The Optional Specialization in Management Sciences (OSMS) focuses on engineering and operations management, operations research, finance and organizational behaviour and prepares students for engineering leadership.

The Accelerated Masters of Applied Science Pathway helps research-minded students, who have a minimum CGPA of A-, earn a Master of Applied Sciences up to one year earlier.

 

Professional Engineer (P.Eng) License (external link)  is an optional professional designation for engineering graduates through Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).

The first year transition program is designed to help students who may be struggling with the pace of university learning, have missed credits, or need to improve their academic standing. This program ensures that students have the tools and guidance they need to succeed and remain on track in their studies.

Farrokh Janabi-Sharifi
Dr. Farrokh Janabi-Sharifi, PhD

“In an era of rising AI and robotics, and dominated by automation, the world is undergoing rapid transformations as tasks increasingly shift to intelligent machines. This shift highlights the necessity for professionals to be equipped with the ability to seamlessly integrate knowledge in mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering. Through our carefully-designed interdisciplinary curriculum, hands-on labs, mechatronics/robotics clubs and societies, and optional specialization and co-op & internships programs, we prepare students to become valuable contributors and indispensable assets for the employers in this evolving landscape.”

 

Through both theory and application, students begin their program by focusing on the foundations of engineering science, programming and electric circuit analysis. They then gain specialized knowledge in modern control theory, microcontrollers, intelligent systems and robotics.

Technical electives allow for specialization in robotics, automation, digital control systems design, consumer electronics and more. With a senior Capstone design project for an industry partner, an opportunity to enrol in a paid co-op program, and options to enrol in many specializations, students graduate with the hands-on experience to thrive in many future-focused careers. Full course descriptions are available on the undergraduate calendar. 

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Program-specific, career development, personal counselling and more, TMU is #1 in Ontario for providing support throughout your student journey.

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Clusters & zones

Students and faculty tackle real-world problems through our four zones and six clusters by joining forces with leading organizations, from industry and hospitals to community and government. Our students receive one-on-one mentorship from multidisciplinary experts, and use state-of-the-art technologies that ignite and nurture their start-ups from the ground up. 

What does a mechatronics engineer graduate do?

Career possibilities

Mechatronics graduates become leaders in a growing and in-demand field, embodying the technical skills and solutions-oriented experience needed to create real-world solutions for employers. They take the skills from this immersive education and find versatile careers ranging from automation or product development engineers, to robotics or systems engineers.

Possible employers:

TMU mechatronics graduates work for a variety of leading companies, in various roles including:

  • Ford Canada
  • Celestica
  • Quanser
  • AIS 
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Building science engineer at Read Jones Christoffersen Ltd.
Role: Planning, designing, orchestrating and successfully executing end-to-end lifecycle for multi-disciplinary and multi-million dollar projects.

Ali Asad
Project manager, Kinectrics

“Co-op helped me find out which aspects of engineering I most want to pursue. The experience inspired me to take courses in project management and sensor technology to set myself up for a rewarding career after graduation.”

Mechanical Engineering (Mechatronics Option) ’20

Role: Overseeing timelines, budgets, quality and safety standards, design, equipment installations, facility upgrades, and process improvements for food manufacturing projects.

Osayd Hachmi
Project Manager (Project Engineer) at Give and Go Prepared Foods (Subsidiary of Mondelez International)

“The Mechatronics Engineering program at TMU equipped me with the technical versatility and problem-solving skills needed to excel in a dynamic field like food manufacturing. It built a strong foundation that allows me to lead complex projects and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. I also developed a strong technical foundation in areas such as intelligent systems, which I now apply in sensor and algorithm detection applications to enhance product quality."

Role: Managing client consultations, project timelines, and quality assurance; developing design ideas and overseeing vehicle performance enhancements.

Rishab Goel
Automotive Solutions and Operations Manager 

"My engineering degree gave me a strong foundation in technical skills such as mechanics, electronics, and system integration, along with valuable project management experience. This knowledge and the discipline I developed during my time at TMU have been instrumental in establishing my own automotive customization business.”

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Finance your studies

$10M for entrance scholarships

We offer more than $10M in academic-based entrance scholarships.

Find out if you’re eligible

$10k for current students

We also offer more than $10k in aerospace engineering-specific awards. Look for one of our eight awards on the university’s scholarships and awards platform. (external link) 

Earn income & develop career-related skills

Undergraduate research assistantships are available for third year students with a CGPA of 3.0 or more.

The Career Boost program provides jobs to eligible full-time undergraduate students.

Get financial assistance

Get info on government financial aid programs such as OSAP, out-of-province student loans, and U.S. student loans.

Apply for financial assistance

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