Objectives:
1. To introduce the concept of integration of mechanical, electronic and computer system to achieve high precision and quality.
2. To help the students develop knowledge and skills that allow them to adopt interdisciplinary and integrated approach to engineering design. 
3. To help the students understand modern integrated approach to development of precision mechanisms and machineries.
Syllabus
Module 1
Introduction to mechatronics: What is mechatronics – advantage of integrating electronics to mechanical devices;
Introduction to basic elements of mechatronics: mechanical systems, control systems, electronics systems and computer systems; generalised block schematic of mechatronics.
Module 2
Signal conditioning: requirements – basic approach – filters – multiplexing – data acquisition – role of micro processors and micro controllers
Module 3
Actuation systems: pneumatic and hydraulic systems - directional control valves - pressure control valves - process control valves - rotary actuators - electro-mechanical actuators - electrical switches - mechanical Switches - solid-state switches - dc motors - stepper motors - piezoelectric actuators.
Module 4
Introduction to MEMS: what are MEMS – microsystems and nano technology;
Typical MEMS applications: pressure sensors – accelerometers - micro pumps - ink jet printers.
Module 5
Modeling Electromechanical Systems- Mathematical models of mechanical system building blocks, Electrical system building blocks, Thermal system building blocks, Fluid Power systems.