Mechatronics Engineering - B.S.

Program Description

Full Description

The Bachelor of Science degree in Mechatronics Engineering successfully prepares graduates with knowledge across engineering disciplines for professional careers in mechatronics, controls, robotics, automation and other engineering fields that provide solutions to technical challenges and address societal needs. The program integrates mechanical, electrical, computer and controls engineering to understand automated machinery, specifically, how to design it and make it work. Mechatronics engineering revolves around the design, construction and operation of automated systems, robots and intelligent products, which result from the integration of software and hardware.

Using automated systems is becoming more popular for operating equipment or machinery on manufacturing lines, boilers and aircraft to reduce labor costs; increase precision and accuracy; and provide quality and safety for workers. Mechatronic devices can be found in agriculture, hospitals, buildings, homes, automobiles, manufacturing plants, the toy and entertainment industry and aids for the elderly and disabled.

Applicants to this program should understand that this is a math-intensive program.

Students may apply early to the M.S. degree in Mechatronics Engineering and double count 9 credit hours of graduate courses toward both degree programs. See the Combined Bachelor's/Master's Degree Program Policy in the University Catalog for more information.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students who graduated from high school three or more years ago.

Admission to the Mechatronics Engineering major is selective. Applicants should understand that this is a math-intensive program, and the roadmap assumes students start with MATH 12002 their first semester. Students admitted to the program are expected to demonstrate prerequisite knowledge on a math placement assessment (the ALEKS math assessment) or via other means (e.g., AP, IB, CLEP, A levels) prior to registering for their first semester. Students who do not place into MATH 12002 will likely take longer than eight semesters to complete the program.

New Students: Admission into this major requires:

• Minimum 3.0 high school GPA
• Clear demonstration of an ability to be placed directly into MATH 12002 (or its equivalent); this will occur if the student is currently taking or has taken a calculus, pre-calculus or trigonometry course with a minimum C grade (starting with the fall 2026 admission term, a minimum C grade in all math courses listed on the high school transcript (e.g., trigonometry, algebra, geometry) is required)

Students who do not meet the above requirements will be admitted to the Mechatronics Engineering Technology major, provided they meet the minimum admission requirements.

Current Students: Students accepted into other Kent State programs may request to change their major to Mechatronics Engineering once they meet the following criteria:

• Minimum 3.000 overall Kent State GPA (starting with the fall 2026 admission term, minimum 12 credit hours completed at Kent State with a minimum 3.000 overall Kent State GPA is required)
• Minimum C grade in both MATH 12002 and PHY 23101 (starting with the fall 2026 admission term, minimum B grade in MATH 11022 OR minimum C grade in MATH 12002 is required)

Transfer Students: Admission into this major requires:

• Minimum 12 credit hours of college-level coursework
• Minimum 3.000 overall GPA
• Minimum C grade in both MATH 12002 and PHY 23101 (or their equivalents)(starting with the fall 2026 admission term, minimum B grade in MATH 11022 OR minimum C grade in MATH 12002 or their equivalents is required)

Transfer students who have completed fewer than 12 credit hours of college-level coursework will be evaluated on both collegiate and high school records and must submit a final high school transcript.

International Students: All international students must provide proof of proficiency of the English language (unless they meet specific exceptions) through the submission of an English language proficiency test score or by completing English language classes at Kent State’s English as a Second Language Center before entering their program. For more information, visit the admissions website for international students.

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science and mathematics.
2. Apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental and economic factors.
3. Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
4. Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental and societal contexts.
5. Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks and meet objectives.
6. Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
7. Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

The educational objectives of the program are the following:

1. Drive positive change in the community by engaging in careers in mechatronics, automation, systems and other engineering fields in a robust manner that promotes excellence and integrity.
2. Practice forward-thinking through continued education by way of graduate education, professional development and other continued self-motivated learning.
3. Successfully navigate the ever-changing trajectory of the world, practicing compassion while striving to meet personal career goals.

Roadmap

Roadmap

This roadmap is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this program. Students will work with their advisor to develop a sequence based on their academic goals and history. Courses designated as critical (!) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation.

Program Delivery

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • Kent Campus

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science degree in Mechatronics Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org, under the General Criteria.