Mechatronics is the synergistic combination of mechanical engineering ("mecha" for mechanisms, i.e., machines that 'move'), electronic engineering ("tronics" for electronics), and software engineering

Mechatronics is the junction where concepts from various domains such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science are merged to design, build and operate products. In recent years, the need for mechatronics education has gained much popularity primarily by virtue of the high demand for reliable and cost effective products. Apart from the definition of Mechatronics, it is very clear that the final consequence of Mechatronics education is aimed at improving the design of Mechatronic products. Mechatronic design: fast reaction to changes in competition, shorten product cycle, competitive product properties, careful planning for new markets. To keep such competitive edge, therefore, the companies need graduates that understand how to integrate traditional design methods with core technologies such as mechanical and electrical engineering.

The aim of Mechatronic education, henceforth, had been to produce graduates who have a head start in the product development companies. All the course work will be limited to three hours per week but the consultation hours are not limited. Mechatronics is a system level philosophy of design which aims for efficient integration of various components of a design process. Compared to the traditional approach of design, the learning of integrated problem solving approach is very difficult.