Bachelor of Mechatronic Engineering with Honours

Degree Level 1

Students will understand the basic principles of engineering in the areas of Circuit Analysis, Engineering Materials, Instrumentation & Measurement and Engineering Design. Other modules aim to provide the basic academic skills required to meet the demands of employers, as well as thorough grounding in principles of IT and entrepreneurship. Important and relevant skills for managing activities and for their own independent learning are also introduced.

Common Modules

• Analysis of Circuits
• Instrumentation & Measurement
• Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
• Engineering Mathematics 1
• Engineering Mathematics 2
• Introduction to C Programming
• Programming with Python
• Engineering Materials
• Engineering Design
• Engineering Statics & Dynamics

Degree Level 2

Here, students start specialising in modules that develop the necessary underlying knowledge and skills in Mechatronic Engineering with modules such as Analogue Electronics, Digital Electronics, Introduction to Electrical Systems, Electromagnetic Field Theory, Engineering Software & Applications, Signals and Linear Systems, Strength of Materials, Robotics Technology and Sensor & Actuators. Engineering Mathematics is provided for the better understanding of the engineering modules.

Common Modules

• Analogue Electronics
• Digital Electronics
• Introduction to Electrical Systems
• Engineering Mathematics 3
• Electromagnetic Field Theory
• Engineering Software & Applications
• Signals and Linear Systems
• Innovation Processes

Specialised Modules

• Fluid Mechanics
• Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
• Sensors & Actuators

Degree Level 3

Specialised knowledge and skills in the areas of Control Engineering, Communication Engineering Principles, Microprocessor Systems & Embedded Software, Machine Design, Fluid Mechanics, Industrial Automation and Machine Vision & Intelligence are the critical focus of this level. This is a further development of the ability to apply relevant engineering skills with strong critical thinking and analysis. Independent learning continues in all modules

Common Modules

• Control Engineering
• Communication Engineering Principles
• Engineering Mathematics 4
• Microprocessor Systems & Embedded Software
• Engineering Project Management
• Venture Building

Specialised Modules

• Mechanics of Machines
• Industrial Automation
• Robotics Technology

In the 2nd Semester of Year 3

Minor/ Extension Pathway (Choose 1)

• Choose 1 module from Minor Pathway OR Extension Pathway as described in the table below.

Internship (16 Weeks)

Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.

Degree Level 4

The final year Engineering modules provide the necessary industry application and technological skills which become very useful for employment upon graduation. Students’ personal and professional development, technical capability and understanding of how to innovate, generate and manage the creation of new ideas will be enhanced. Students will deliver several Engineering Projects where they will demonstrate higher level critical thinking, analysis and solutions development skills which will enhance their employability.

Common Modules

• Project Phase 1 (Investigation)
• Group Design Project 1
• Project Phase 2 (Implementation)
• Engineer in Society
• Group Design Project 2

Specialised Modules

• CAD/ CAM

Minor/Extension Pathway (Continuation)

• Choose 1 module from Minor Pathway OR Extension Pathway as a continuation from the module selected in Year 3 Semester 2 as described in the table below.

Mechatronic Engineering Minor/Extension Pathways

Future Proof Engineers for the Real World

In APU, employment and it’s continual sustainability is of paramount importance to us. The range of minor and extensions offered to all students within the School of Engineering will craft a formidable way forward for the young aspiring engineers of tomorrow. These options allow students to embark on a journey of exploration either within the engineering fraternity by extending into greater depth (extensions) niche knowledge, skills and attributes required for the practice of contemporary engineering or explore wider options (minor) that are pivotal in the fundamental proliferation of the engineering profession as a while when coupled with other current multidisciplinary fields of expertise. Successful completion of either pathways future proof the students allowing them to embark on a journey of rewarding careers within an engineering discipline of their choice. 

Minor Pathway – Gain breadth of knowledge by taking 3 set modules outside of a particular major field of study. There are minor packages available undertaken from Year 3 Semester 2 Year 4 Semester 1 and Year 4 Semester 2.

MINOR PATHWAY

NAME OF MINORYear 3 Semester 2Year 4 Semester 1Year 4 Semester 2loTKnowledge Discovery and Big Data AnalyticsInternet of Things: Concepts and ApplicationsEmergent TechnologyFinTechFinTech Governance, Risk Management & ComplianceDigital FinanceRobo AdvisorDigital TransformationDigital ExecutionDigital Strategy & AnalyticsEmergent TechnologyData AnalyticsKnowledge Discovery and Big Data AnalyticsBehavioral Science and Marketing AnalyticsOptimization & Deep LearningArtificial IntelligenceMachine Vision Intelligence (MVI)Text Analysis & Sentiment AnalysisEmergent TechnologyDigital Age PsychologyHealth PsychologyHuman Factors PsychologyCyberpsychology

Extension Pathway – Expand depth of knowledge by taking three (3) set modules in a specific area within a certain field of study. There are extensions available undertaken from Year 3 Semester 2, Year 4 Semester 1 and Year 4 Semester 2.

EXTENSION PATHWAY

NAME OF EXTENSIONYear 3 Semester 2Year 4 Semester 1Year 4 Semester 2Unmanned Aerial

VehiclesMachine Vision Intelligence Robot Operating SystemsDrone TechnologyDrilling TechnologyDrilling Fluids & HydraulicsDirectional Drilling & SurveyingWell ControlOil and Gas OperationsGas EngineeringPetroleum EconomicsDrilling Fluids & HydraulicsSmart RoboticsMachine Vision IntelligenceRobot Operating SystemsProduct Creation

TechnologyEV TechnologyMachine Vision IntelligenceEV Energy Management StrategiesAutomotive Vehicle Modelling5G Wireless TechnologyMachine Vision Intelligence5G Concepts and ApplicationsEmergent TechnologyMining and BlastingDrilling Fluids & HydraulicsDirectional Drilling & SurveyingMining and BlastingPrompt EngineeringMachine Vision IntelligencePrompt Concepts and ApplicationsDeep LearningIC Design and ManufacturerAnalogue Integrated Circuits and SystemsComputer Aided Design/ Computer Aided ManufacturingAnalogue and Digital Integrated Circuit Design

MQA Compulsory Subjects*

• Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)
• Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
• Philosophy and Current Issues
• Workplace Professional Skills
• Integrity and Anti-corruption
• Co-Curriculum

APU-DMU Dual Degree Programme

Students who are under Bachelor’s Degree Programme will have the option to opt-in for the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme. Under this Scheme, students will receive 2 Degree Certificates & Transcripts upon graduation: 1 from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia and 1 from De Montfort University (DMU), UK.

DMU Degree Certificate will be an MEng Award for Engineering Programmes.

Double Your Advantage

• APU's partnership with De Montfort University (DMU), UK enables students to be awarded Dual Awards - separate degree certificates from each institution – and enhances not just teaching and learning experiences, but also career prospects.
• Upon graduation, students will receive 2 Degree Certificates & Transcripts: 1 from APU, Malaysia and 1 from DMU, UK.
• Both degrees are recognised locally & internationally.
• The APU-DMU Dual Degree Programmes are offered under an approved collaboration in accordance with the QAA UK Quality Code for Higher Education for the Assurance of Academic Quality and Standards in Higher Education as published by the United Kingdom Quality Assurance Agency (QAA).
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