What is Mechatronics?

Mechatronics:
Mechatronics refers to the efficient and effective integration of mechanical systems and electronics. It is a blend of mechanics and electronics, and has come to mean the synergistic use of:
1. precision engineering
2. control theory
3. computer science
4. mathematics
5. sensor technology, to design enhanced or "smart" products, processes and systems. Another way mechatronics is centred on mechanics, electronics and computing which, combined, make possible the generation of simpler, more economical, reliable and versatile systems. It integrates the classical fields of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics, and computer science/information technology. Its application areas range from power systems to transportation to optical telecommunications to biomedical engineering, along with a host of others. Mechatronic systems are almost everywhere you look.

Mars Rover was the best example of mechatronics oriented project. Mechatronics is successfully applied in the robotics also. So we can see a correct blending of mechatronics with robotics. The next two decade will be the era of robotics, mechatronics and nano technology. Al these three field have some linking in many fields. In one sense we can say that all these branches together and independently make our life comfortable.
Work areas:
Mechatronics combines mechanical, electrical and software engineering in the design, development and control of diverse systems used in a range of industries including manufacturing, medicine and the service industries. Examples of mechatronic systems include aircraft, dishwashers, motor vehicles, automated manufacturing plants, medical and surgical devices and systems, robots of all types, many toys, artificial organs and many others. Mechatronics engineers are therefore involved in almost every possible industry at levels from applications development to manufacturing to advanced research.
Careers:
Graduates with a Mechatronics degree can take up careers in a wide spectrum of industries including robotics, aerospace, chemical, defence and automotive and manufacturing where complex software plays a major role, as well as in businesses that require extensive computer support, such as banking and commerce. Contributions can be made to these industries in a variety of roles including design engineer, software engineer, project planner, product designer and project manager.
It is better to mechatronics as specialization for B.Tech or BE – electronics, mechanical, and electronics. It will give more openings. If one want to stick into mechatronics at graduation level itself there some colleges in Tamilnadu providing Mechatronics at degree level. Remember there are some polytechnics in tamilnadu providing mechatronics at diploma level.
Courses: degree courses
1. K.S. Rangaswamy College Of Tech., K.S.R. Kalvi Nagar, Thokkavadi, Tiruchengode, Pin - 637 209
Namakkal Dist. Tamilnadu
2. Kongu Engineering College,Thoppupalayam,Perundurai R.S Road,Perundurai, Pin - 638 052
Erode Dist., Tamilnadu
3. Kumaraguru College Of Technology,Chinnavedampatti.,CoimbatorePin - 641 006
Coimbatore Dist.Tamilnadu
4. Maharaja Engineering College,Palangarai Village, Near Erode, Avinashi,Coimbatore
Pin - 641 654Coimbatore Dist.Tamilnadu
5. Sri Krishna College Of Engg. & Tech.,Sugunapuram, Kuniamuthur Post,Coimbatore, Pin - 641 008
Coimbatore Dist.Tamilnadu
6. Thiagarajar College Of Engineering,Madurai, Pin - 625 015Madurai Dist.Tamilnadu
PG Level Courses
Indian institute of technology Kanpur is providing both ME and PhD in mechatronics, degree engineering [mechanical, electrical, electronics and computer science] is the educational qualification and GATE score.
Indian institute of information technology, Allahabad is providing mechatronics as a part of their ME Robotics curriculum.

CV Raman college of engineering college in Bhubaneswar
Netaji subhash institute of technology, Delhi
Motilal Nehru NIT, allahabad
College of engineering, Anna University, Chennai
VIT, vellore, TN etc…
Are some other institutes providing mechatronics at PG level.
For more details you may contact with me
Jalil MS, Chief Career Counsellor, CIGI