Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering

Types of Degrees Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Majors Are Getting

The following table lists how many mechatronics, robotics, & automation engineering graduations there were for each degree level during the last year for which data was available.

Education Level	Number of Grads
Master’s Degree	924
Doctor’s Degree	61
Graduate Certificate	55

What Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Majors Need to Know

O*NET surveyed people in occupations related to mechatronics, robotics, and automation engineering and asked them what knowledge areas, skills, and abilities were important for their jobs. The responses were rated on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being most important.

Knowledge Areas for Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Majors

According to O*NET survey takers, a major in mechatronics, robotics, and automation engineering should prepare you for careers in which you will need to be knowledgeable in the following areas:

• Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
• Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
• English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Skills for Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Majors

A major in mechatronics, robotics, and automation engineering prepares you for careers in which the following skill-sets are crucial:

• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Abilities for Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Majors

Some of the most crucial abilities to master while a mechatronics, robotics, and automation engineering student include the following:

• Written Comprehension - The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Oral Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Inductive Reasoning - The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

What Can You Do With a Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Major?

People with a mechatronics, robotics, and automation engineering degree often go into the following careers:

Job Title	Job Growth Rate	Median Salary
Architectural and Engineering Managers	5.5%	$140,760
Engineering Professors	14.7%	$101,720
Manufacturing Engineers	6.4%	$96,980
Mechatronics Engineers	6.4%	$96,980
Microsystems Engineers	6.4%	$96,980
Robotics Engineers	6.4%	$96,980
Validation Engineers	6.4%	$96,980

Who Is Getting a Master’s Degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering?

This major attracts more men than women. About 84% of the graduates in this field are male.

Racial-Ethnic Diversity

At the countrywide level, the racial-ethnic distribution of mechatronics, robotics, and automation engineering majors is as follows:

Race/Ethnicity	Number of Grads
Asian	62
Black or African American	15
Hispanic or Latino	36
White	191
International Students	580
Other Races/Ethnicities	40

Geographic Diversity

Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering appeals to people across the globe. About 62.8% of those with this major are international students.

Amount of Education Required for Careers Related to Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering

Some degrees associated with mechatronics, robotics, and automation engineering may require an advanced degree, while others may not even require a bachelor’s in the field. In general, the more advanced your degree the more career options will open up to you. However, there is significant time and money that needs to be invested into your education so weigh the pros and cons.

How much schooling do you really need to compete in today’s job market? People currently working in careers related to mechatronics, robotics, and automation engineering have obtained the following education levels.

Education Level	Percentage of Workers
Some College Courses	2.1%
Associate’s Degree (or other 2-year degree)	6.2%
Bachelor’s Degree	58.6%
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - awarded for completion of an organized program of study; designed for people who have completed a Baccalaureate degree but do not meet the requirements of academic degrees carrying the title of Master.	4.7%
Master’s Degree	14.9%
Post-Master’s Certificate - awarded for completion of an organized program of study; designed for people who have completed a Master’s degree but do not meet the requirements of academic degrees at the doctoral level.	1.6%
First Professional Degree - awarded for completion of a program that: requires at least 2 years of college work before entrance into the program, includes a total of at least 6 academic years of work to complete, and provides all remaining academic requirements to begin practice in a profession.	0.6%
Doctoral Degree	8.9%
Post-Doctoral Training	1.6%

Online Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Programs

The following table lists the number of programs by degree level, along with how many schools offered online courses in the field.

Degree Level	Colleges Offering Programs	Colleges Offering Online Classes
Certificate (Less Than 1 Year)	0	0
Certificate (1-2 years)	17	0
Certificate (2-4 Years)	0	0
Associate’s Degree	20	0
Bachelor’s Degree	11	4
Post-Baccalaureate	0	0
Master’s Degree	33	4
Post-Master’s	0	0
Doctor’s Degree (Research)	9	1
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice)	0	0
Doctor’s Degree (Other)	0	0

References

*The racial-ethnic minorities count is calculated by taking the total number of students and subtracting white students, international students, and students whose race/ethnicity was unknown. This number is then divided by the total number of students at the school to obtain the racial-ethnic minorities percentage.

• College Factual
• College Scorecard
• National Center for Education Statistics
• O*NET Online
• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Usual Weekly Earnings of Wage and Salary Workers First Quarter 2020

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