Objectives: The course introduces students to the basic concepts of mechatronics. The starting point is the definition of a general mechatronic system and its key elements. This is followed by a presentation of procedures and tools for modelling and controlling mechatronic systems. The explanation includes an introduction to the principles of operation of basic elements and a presentation of typical examples of mechatronic systems in machine construction, robotics, aviation, the automotive industry, consumer goods and everyday applications.

Knowledge: The student can describe what is the subject of mechatronics, describe and explain the essence of the function of mechatronic elements, interpret the functional connections of mechatronic systems regarding customer requirements, which are the basis for developing functional, technological and economic specifications of a specific mechatronic system. The student can also orient himself in technical drawings, diagrams, reports and in approaches and methods of designing mechatronic systems.

Skills: The student is able to apply the basics of mechatronics when choosing an appropriate mechatronic approach. The student is able to basically manage a project using CAD/CAM software, can create basic functional and technological specifications of a mechatronic system. Emphasis is placed on information and control technologies of a mechatronic system.

General competencies: The student can recognize individual elements and essential features of mechatronic systems with a focus on information and control technologies, can work and make decisions independently and responsibly, can form his/her own opinion and present it.

Course syllabus:

• Introduction to mechatronics, history and present


• Structure of mechatronic systems


• Elements of mechatronic systems


• Modelling of mechatronic systems


• Means of mechatronic systems


• Control of mechatronic systems


• Reliability of mechatronic systems


• Diagnostics of mechatronic systems


• Safety of mechatronic systems


• Structural elements of mechatronic systems


• Design and operation of mechatronic systems


• Examples of mechatronic systems

Learning outcomes: A successful graduate of the course after completing his/her bachelor's degree should have the necessary professional knowledge to enter into practice in industrial companies with a technical focus, from piece and small-series custom production to large-series and mass production, e.g. in the automotive industry. His/her knowledge should enable him/her to orientate himself/herself in the field and establish habits of continuous lifelong learning throughout his/her active work. The graduate should have an active summary of basic professional terms, methods and procedures from mechatronics, which he/she can use in professional communication with the appropriate interpretation and degree of abstraction and should be able to perform a basic analysis of technical problems and synthesize their solutions. He/she should be able to subject all his/her activities and the information he/she obtains to critical but constructive thinking and approach within the framework of a solution discussion.