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Mechatronics
Building automated systems for industry using mechanics, electronics, pneumatics, and computer technology.
Mechatronics could be for you if you like:
- Complex problems
- Fixing things
- Using computers
- Using tools
- Working as a team
More about Mechatronics
Mechatronics includes mechanics, pneumatics, electronically controlled systems, programming, and robotics and systems development.
It is the job of the mechatronics technician to combine these areas to design, build, maintain, and repair automated equipment, and programme equipment control systems.
As well as factory assembly lines, mechatronics is used in everything from bottling machines to supermarket cash till and belt assemblies.
Why choose Mechatronics?
Since WorldSkills I am much more determined and driven. I’ve learnt to never say never, and that you can do anything that you put your mind to.
Mechatronics is a unique skill. It combines multiple skills & knowledge about mechanical, electrical, electronics, programming and robotics. As we head towards industry 4.0, skilled people will be really important to fulfil the needs of technology.
Recent medallists in Mechatronics
WorldSkills Shanghai 2026
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DÉNES GUTAI
Hungary
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MÁTYÁS MIKLÓS PAPP
Hungary
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CHIN-TA CHEN
Chinese Taipei
Silver -
YU-HAN SIE
Chinese Taipei
Silver -
ZONGYAO DENG
China
Bronze -
ZHANRUI ZHANG
China
Bronze
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