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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.
Recent medallists in Mechatronics
WorldSkills Lyon 2024
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Zili Luo
China
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Zhaoyang Pan
China
Gold -
Sohma Bando
Japan
Silver -
Yuki Kitagawa
Japan
Silver -
Junho Shin
Korea
Silver -
Jihan Kim
Korea
Silver
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