- Institution : Villa College
- Course Category: Mechatronics Engineering
- Intake: January /May/ September
- Duration: 4 years
- Language: English
- MQA Level: 7
- Delivery Medium: Face-to-Face
- Awarding Body: Villa College
Entry Requirement
- General Entry
- A minimum of 2 passes at A-Level is required (a pass in Mathematics and any one physical science subject) OR
- Attainment of a Level 4 Foundation Study Program approved for the specific Diploma program OR
- Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field
Course Modules
Year 1 Units:
Computer Programming
Electrical and Electronics Principles
Engineering Drawing and Graphics
Engineering Mathematics 1
Occupational Safety and Ethics
Environment and Sustainable Engineering
Mechanics
Electronic Circuits I
Digital Electronics
Engineering Mathematics 2
Workshop Technology
Thermo-fluids
Year 2 Units:
Engineering Mathematics 3
Manufacturing Technology
Engineering Materials
Electrical Machines
Thermodynamics
Fluid Mechanics
Integrated Circuits
Mechanics of Materials
Electric Power System
Microprocessors and Microcontrollers
Programmable Logic Controllers, Pneumatics and Hydraulics
Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
Industrial Training 1
Exit with Diploma in Mechatronics Engineering
Year 3 Units:
Control System
Research and Development Methodology
Power Electronics and Drives
Finite Element Analysis
Instrumentation and Measurement
Embedded Systems
Engineering Design and Project Management
Engineering Capstone Project
CNC Machining
Solid Mechanics
CAD / CAM
Data Communication and Networks
Industrial Training 2
Exit with Advanced Diploma in Mechatronics Engineering
Year 4 Units:
Internet of Things
Final Year Project 1
Wireless Communication
Additive Manufacturing
Marine Engineering
Robotics Systems and Automation
Renewable Energy
Automotive Engineering
Engineer and Society
Data Mining and Machine Learning
Artificial Intelligence
Final Year Project 2
Industrial Training 3
Course Fee
First year = MVR 4,899 per month x 12 months
(MVR 2,899 under the government free first degree scheme)
Second year = MVR 5,149 per month x 12 months
(MVR 3,149 under the government free first degree scheme)
Third year = MVR 6,199 per month x 12 months
(MVR 4,199 under the government free first degree scheme)
Fourth year = MVR 6,199 per month x 12 months
(MVR 4,199 under the government free first degree scheme)
Course Description
Mechatronics Engineering is one of the vital engineering fields that covers various important sectors such as mechanical design, manufacturing processes, mechanics, CAD/CAM, electrical, electronics, microcontrollers, embedded systems, finite element analysis, industrial standard modelling, simulation, fluid dynamics, robotics and automation, additive manufacturing, automotive, marine engineering, etc. This programme covers all these sector requirements and provides a wide scope in job opportunities for the graduating students. This programme provides sound engineering and technological knowledge in the specialized field through state-of-the-art laboratories and modern simulation tools. It also incorporates a capstone project, mini projects and final year project modules in order to train the students to graduate with creative and innovative solutions to complex engineering problems. The industrial training module provides the opportunity for students to experience real-world working environments. Other soft skills such as effective communication and presentation skills, entrepreneurial skills, professional ethics, safety, environment and sustainability skills, and project management skills are developed through various engineering activities. Various technologies of Industry 4.0 are incorporated in the syllabus and prepare them for the job market. Further, this programme provides an excellent pathway for professional practice and recognition as a qualified professional engineer.