MechatronicsMinor
At Valpo,the 31- credit mechatronics minor combines mechanical and electrical engineering,computer science,and physics into a cohesive, interdisciplinary program Coursework covers key areas like robotics, dynamic systems,control systems,and embedded programming ? offering students a well- rounded foundation in modern automation. Through hands- on labs and real- world applications,students gain valuable experience with technologies used in advanced manufacturing,robotics,and smart systems.
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additional credits beyond the required major coursework needed to complete the mechatronics minor
Wit h Valpo?s int eract ive learning environment and st rong academic support , you?ll be ready t o t ake t he next st ep t oward becoming a leader in smart syst ems and aut omat ion
M ECH ATRON I CS AT VA L P O
The mechat ronics minor is a cross- disciplinary program that blends mechanical,electrical,and computing technologies to create intelligent, automated systems At Valparaiso University,students who add this interdisciplinary minor to their degree pathway gain in- demand skills that enhance a variety of science, technology,engineering,and mathematics (STEM) majors From robotics to manufacturing,mechatronics will open doors to careers in high- tech industries and graduate study.With immersive labs and faculty support, students graduate ready to engineer smart,real- world solutions QUESTIONS?
Contact us at 219.464.5085 or engineering@valpo.edu.
100% of students pursuing a mechatronics minor participate in hands- on learning and real- world labs
WH ERE M ECH ATRON I CS CA N TA K E YOU
A mechat ronics minor opens doors to careers in industries powered by automation,robotics,and smart technology Graduates with this interdisciplinary expertise are in high demand across fields such as:
- Robot icsand Aut omat ion
- Manufact uringand Product ion
- Aerospaceand Aut omot iveEngineering
- MedicalTechnology
This foundation equips students with the problem- solving skills and technical knowledge essential in today?s engineering landscape
1,300 openings for electro- mechanical and mechatronics technologists and technicians are projected each year over the next decade,according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics,2023 report
