Diploma in Mechatronics

  Institution: KBU International College

Diploma in Mechatronics

The 2 and half- year programme is designed to expose students to the principles and practice of mechatronics.
The syllabus focuses mainly on the delivery of principles and practices that may integrate disciplines in mechanical and electronic engineering, as well as computing. Students will also acquire work skills and develop a broad understanding and knowledge of the engineering industry.

Career opportunities

Upon completion of the programme, graduates can work as test technicians, research and development assistants, technical representatives, engineering site technicians, junior engineers and production technicians especially in the field of manufacturing, and process & control industries.
Duration: 2 1/2 years at KBU
Entry requirements: 3 relevant credits in SPM/ GCE ‘O’ Level or equivalent qualifications
Intakes: January, April & May

Programme structure

YEAR 1
Semester 1

• Material Science
• Algebra
• Basic Circuit Theory
• Communication Skills

Semester 2

• Basic Electronics
• Digital Electronics 1
• Programming Language
• Calculus

Semester 3

• Analogue Electronics 1
• Applied Mechanics 1

YEAR 2
Semester 4

• Engineering Mathematics
• Microcontroller Principles
• Manufacturing Process
• Project Management

Semester 5

• Thermofluid Dynamics
• Computing Interfacing Techniques
• Applied Mechanics 2
• Engineering Design

Semester 6

• Industrial Training

YEAR 3
Semester 7

• Projects
• Electives #
• Programmable Logic Controller
• Hydraulics and Pneumatics
• Computer Aided Design / C A Engineering
• Measurement and Industrial Control

#Remarks: Choose only 2 modules from 4 elective modules

MPU Compulsory Subjects
All Malaysian and International students are required to take 4 MPU compulsory subjects

Source: KBU International College