Overview
The Robotics Engineering program is a new discipline established in response to national strategies in intelligent manufacturing and global technological trends. It aims to explore the applications of intelligent manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and advanced automation, serving as a cutting-edge interdisciplinary field integrating intelligent perception, optimal control, and system design. Adhering to the concept of engineering education accreditation, the program equips students with fundamental theories and knowledge in mechanical engineering, electronic technology, control theory and technology, artificial intelligence theory and applications, industrial robots, and service robots. Students will develop the ability to analyze and solve complex engineering problems. The program is dedicated to fostering high-quality applied talents with solid theoretical foundations, excellent engineering capabilities, comprehensive literacy, innovative awareness, and an international perspective.
Why Choose Robotics Engineering?
- Against the backdrop of the "Industry 4.0" strategy, the demand for robotics and intelligent manufacturing in China has been accelerated. This program focuses on the advanced technologies, applications and development of intelligence and automation amid the transformation from "Made in China" to "Intelligent Made in China", preparing students to become professional elites in the rapidly developing, complex and intelligent technology-driven future world and industries.
- Students receive basic training as robotics engineers, developing fundamental capabilities in the design, manufacturing, service, performance testing and simulation, operation control and management of robotic products and systems.
- Through a practice-oriented and application-focused teaching model, the program cultivates students' knowledge and skills in solving practical problems in R&D and real industrial environments.
- The program features a "Robotics Training Center"—an advanced professional training platform for robotics—with the training qualification of "Industrial Robot and Intelligent Manufacturing Application Engineer" accredited by the National Manufacturing Informatization Training Center.
- Integrating multiple disciplinary fields including mechanics, control and information technology, it boasts a "double-qualified" faculty team that combines engineers' practical experience with teachers' professional knowledge, skills and literacy.
- We deepen industry-university-research cooperation and collaborative talent cultivation. Leveraging the resource advantages of industry associations, we connect with high-quality enterprises, public institutions and university research in Qingdao and Shandong, establishing a complete and efficient applied talent training model.
Basic Information
- School School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
- Study Mode Full-time
- Program Length 4 years
- Degree Robotics Engineering (Bachelor of Engineering)
Knowledge and Skills
Graduates of this program will possess the following competencies:
- Master core theories and knowledge in automation control, mechanical engineering, information technology and other related disciplines, including electronic technology, micro-processing systems, automatic control systems, mechanical design and manufacturing, vision and image processing, and robot simulation technology.
- Acquire engineering capabilities in system integration, production and manufacturing, commissioning and maintenance, and innovative application of robots and related automation technologies.
- Develop abilities in engineering design, technological development and scientific research through program learning and engineering training. Graduates will be able to apply professional knowledge to analyze and solve engineering problems and demonstrate pioneering and innovative spirit as well as organizational and management capabilities.
- Have comprehensive abilities in information acquisition, computer application and literature retrieval related to the major.
- Understand the development trends and cutting-edge advancements of robotics engineering and possess self-directed learning and problem-solving capabilities for complex engineering issues in robotics and related fields.
Message from the Program Director
"Robotics Engineering is an emerging discipline developing at a rapid pace.
With the continuous rise in labor costs, to meet the huge demand for labor in industries such as industry, agriculture, medical care, nursing, services, military, and fire protection, as well as the expansion of human activities into extreme environments like outer space and the deep sea, a large number of industrial robots, along with various bionic and special robots, are becoming intimate partners in our work and daily lives.
In recent years, the social demand for talents specialized in robot development and application has shown an explosive growth trend. We look forward to welcoming more students to join our Robotics Engineering program and become creators and leaders of the future robot world."
Mingdong Li
Curriculum Structure
- First Academic Year
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The first year mainly includes general education courses and some professional courses:
- Principles of Circuitry
- Fundamentals of Engineering Graphics
- Second Academic Year
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Compulsory Courses：
- Analog Electronic Technology
- Digital Electronic Technology
- Engineering Mechanics Ⅲ
- Fundamentals of Programming (C)
- Fundamentals of Mechanical Design
- Electrical Machines and Drive Technology
- Principles and Applications of Single-Chip Microcomputers
- Principles of Automatic Control
- Protel Design
- Python Programming
- Hydraulic and Pneumatic Transmission
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Third Academic Year
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Compulsory Courses：
- Fundamentals of Robotics
- Robot Sensing Technology
- Principles and Applications of PLC
- Control and Application of Industrial Robots
- Robot Motion Control Systems
- Professional English for Robotics Engineering
- Artificial Intelligence Technology
- Power Electronics Technology
- Scientific Literature and Patent Retrieval
- Robot 3D Modeling and Simulation
- Embedded Control Technology
- ROS and Robot Programming
- EPLAN Electrical Design
- Object-Oriented Programming
- Fourth Academic Year
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Compulsory Courses：
- Machine Vision Technology
- Engineering Project Management
- Graduation Design
- Special Robots and Their Applications
- Modern Control Theory
- Robot Fault Diagnosis and Maintenance
- Industrial Design
- Principles and Applications of Computer Control
Career Prospects
Graduates of this program can work in robot design and research institutions, manufacturing enterprises, and integration application companies. They are qualified for positions such as design and manufacturing of robots and automation systems, integrated application of robots, detection and maintenance of robot systems, and production operation management.
Based on the undergraduate learning foundation, graduates can pursue master's degrees in robotics engineering at key universities at home and abroad.