Mechatronics Engineering – Faculty of Engineering

Mechatronics Engineering

Integrate mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering disciplines to pioneer smart, automated systems in mechatronics.

Length
4 years
Degree
Bachelor of Engineering (Co-op Available)
Program
Engineering
Options

Co-op, Management, Society

Overview

Mechatronics engineering at McMaster combines electrical, mechanical, and software engineering to design and build intelligent machines, with a strong emphasis on software across all areas. Through hands-on labs, design projects, and team-based problem-solving you will develop practical skills in robotics, automation, and automotive systems. The program prepares graduates to create smart engineering solutions that drive innovation in manufacturing, transportation, and advanced technology industries. 

Why study this program?

  1. One of the few programs that places strong emphasis on software alongside electrical and mechanical engineering, aligning with growing demand in robotics, automation, and intelligent systems. 
  2. Access to specialized facilities including an elliptical computer-based tutorial lab, a dedicated $2M GPU cluster for machine learning, and a highly accessible drop-in support centre for academic assistance. 
  3. Opportunities to work with faculty on research in autonomous systems, robotics among other areas through summer research assistantships and applied projects. 
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What you'll learn

Study an interdisciplinary field that integrates electrical, mechanical, and software engineering to design and control intelligent systems and machines. 

Study core topics such as circuits, mechanics, programming, control systems, and embedded systems, building from foundational engineering principles to advanced system integration. The program also connects to areas like robotics, automation, and machine intelligence, with opportunities to explore computing and AI applications in engineered systems.

All students in McMaster’s undergraduate engineering programs participate in a common first year — Engineering 1. Build a solid base in the fundamentals of engineering disciplines and get exposed to engineering design work right at the start of your degree.

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MECHTRON 3DX4 – Dynamic Models and Control of Physical Systems  

Explore how real-world systems behave and how engineers design controllers to regulate motion, stability and performance in applications like robotics and automation.

MECHTON 3K03 – Robotics  

Study the principles behind robotic systems, including sensing, actuation and control, while designing and analyzing robotic behaviour in practical applications.

MECHTON 3TB4 – Embedded Systems Design II 

Build and program embedded hardware systems, integrating sensors, microcontrollers and software to create intelligent, responsive devices.  

Get practical experience and grow your portfolio with interdisciplinary design courses. All students in a Bachelor of Engineering take four project-based design courses:

1. ENGINEER 1P13: Integrated Cornerstone Design Projects in Engineering

2. ENGINEER 2PX3: Engineering Design 2: Communications and Societal Impact

3. ENGINEER 3PX3: Engineering Design 2: Engineering Economics

4. Capstone project (year-long design project)

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Co-op and experiential learning

Go beyond the lecture hall with experiential learning. Our engineering co-op program provides you with the opportunity to work in real engineering positions before you graduate.

Sample co-op employers:

  • Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)
  • Geotab Inc.
  • Honda Canada
  • Husky Injection Molding
  • Linamar
  • MDA Corporation
  • Northern Digital Inc.
  • Synopsys
  • Tesla
Did you know: McMaster's Faculty of Engineering has the 3rd largest co-op program in Canada.
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Potential career paths

Graduates will be career-ready for high-demand areas such as robotics, automation systems, embedded device design, intelligent manufacturing, and control systems engineering in advanced technology industries.  

  • Automation Engineer 
  • Embedded Systems Developer 
  • Hardware Developer 
  • Product Developer 
  • Software Engineer 
  • Systems Developer  

Explore Mechatronics Engineering in grad school

You’ll already be connected to world-renowned researchers leading innovation in your undergrad: continue pursuing research and innovation in a master’s program.

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Electrical and Computer Engineering programs
Computing and Software programs

  • State-of-the-art labs

    The Faculty of Engineering houses innovative design studios, labs and spaces that allow students to develop hands-on learning from day one.

  • Clubs and teams

    McMaster has many clubs, teams and societies you can join to practice your engineering skills, get more hands-on experiences and explore new activities.

    MAC Formula Electric is a student-run team designing, building, and racing a quarter-scale formula style electric race car. The team competes annually against the top schools in North America in engineering design, business, cost, and dynamic events.
    Learn more about Mac Eng Experiences

Financial aid & awards

Over $2.5 million in funding awarded annually

The Faculty of Engineering offers substantial financial support to students, including one of the largest faculty-based entrance scholarship programs in the country, with over $2.5 million awarded annually.

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