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Wondering whether a degree in mechatronics is right for you? Contact us with questions or set up a conversation with one of our advisors.
Location: John F. O'Connell Technology Center 419
Phone: 530-898-5346
Email: mmem@csuchico.edu
Mechatronics engineers have designed everything from medical devices to NASA’s Curiosity Rover to products like Roomba. This fast-growing field combines mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer engineering to design, develop, and maintain machines and automated systems.
Jump to the forefront of this exciting field with our project-based program—the first in the California State University system—that provides you with the skills you’ll need to succeed. You will learn to design autonomous systems such as self-driving cars, industrial automation systems, and the next generation of robots. Our program also features an industry-sponsored capstone program that provides unparalleled hands-on learning and networking opportunities.
Your engineering courses are grounded in the fundamentals of robotics, motion and machine automation, control system design, and technical electives taught by faculty who are subject matter experts. Our program is built around multiple team-oriented project-based courses.
Almost all of our students have job offers before graduating. Our strong industry partnerships create real opportunities for internships and career options.
Some of the places our alumni work include:
So few of us get to do this work. It is really unique, and I like to share what it is like with others.
Practice innovative research and apply your knowledge and practical skills while working on real-world projects for industry partners. We have partnered on projects with Lawrence Livermore National Lab, the Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, and more.
You will design, build, and test solutions to real-world problems in this industry-sponsored program. Some recent examples include a smart pool sweeper and automated robots created for Amazon Web Services.
Student Jeremy Mills (Mechatronic Engineering, ’22) worked with Emergent 3D to build the first code approved on-site 3D printed home in California.
Get involved. Conduct research with supportive, expert faculty to find your passion and publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.
Join an underwater BattleBots challenge, design fast Formula SAE vehicles, or build autonomous rovers. You’ll make friends while growing your skills and network in one of the many student clubs within our college.
Our facilities provide you with access to the same kinds of equipment for manufacturing, plastics production, and robotics used by professionals • The Omron CoLab has various robots, programmable logic controllers and electronic test equipment. • The newly renovated Hass manufacturing laboratory is equipped with standard tools as well as CNC mach
Veteran and alum Kimate Richards designs cutting-edge smart technology while making time to give back to his community.
Two students’ CSC2 research project aims to use robot power to help rehabilitate healing knees.
Veteran and alum Kimate Richards designs cutting-edge smart technology while making time to give back to his community.
Two students’ CSC2 research project aims to use robot power to help rehabilitate healing knees.
Wondering whether a degree in mechatronics is right for you? Contact us with questions or set up a conversation with one of our advisors.
Location: John F. O'Connell Technology Center 419
Phone: 530-898-5346
Email: mmem@csuchico.edu