MECHATRONICS MINOR
Mechatronics is a multidisciplinary branch of engineering that focuses on the engineering of both electrical and mechanical systems, and also includes a combination of robotics, electronics, computer, telecommunications, systems, control, and product engineering.
The minor requires the successful completion of all classes.
For specific course requirements, electives and policy,
please view the Villanova University Undergraduate Catalog.
A sampling of courses offered for this minor
- Statics
- Dynamic Systems
- System Models & Control
- Electrical Circuit Fundamental
- Embedded Systems
- Fund of Computer Engineering
- Mechatronics
- Introduction to Robotics
- Advanced System Modeling
- Advanced Dynamics
- Robotics:Analysis & Control
- Control Systems Engineering
- Digital Control
- Microcontrollers & Applications
- Intro to Power Electronics
- Introduction to Electric Drives
Building EOD Robots to Benefit International Communities
Since 2013, under the leadership of Dr. Garrett Clayton, dozens of Villanova Engineering students have worked with the Golden West Humanitarian Foundation to build a low-cost humanitarian explosive ordnance disposal robot capable of operating in low-income countries, like Cambodia.
Villanova Engineers are inspired to solve problems, think creatively, work collaboratively and innovate in every field.