Bachelor of Science - Robotics and Manufacturing Engineering Technology (Co-op)

Thanks to innovations in industrial productivity and technology, the demand for well-prepared robotics and manufacturing engineers is only increasing. The robotics and manufacturing engineering technology major prepares students to meet the demand for professionals well-versed in advanced manufacturing technologies, which includes robotics, computer-aided design (CAD), computer numerical control (CNC), microprocessor controls, computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), flexible manufacturing systems, assembly automation, and electronics manufacturing. Students in the robotics and manufacturing engineering technology degree acquire skills in a wide variety of disciplines vital to industries seeking to contain costs and improve efficiency. Right now, robotics and manufacturing engineers are needed faster than students can complete degree programs, resulting in outstanding employment opportunities for RIT graduates.

This program's major thrust is on advanced manufacturing, emphasizing robotics, automated manufacturing and computer integrated manufacturing (CIM), with technical concentrations in design and assembly modeling, design for manufacture and assembly, data acquisition and instrumentation, quality control, lean six sigma, manufacturing management, plastics processing, and electronics packaging. The subjects covered in the core curriculum include traditional and non-traditional manufacturing processes, materials technology, computer-aided design, computer-aided manufacturing, controls for manufacturing automation (PLC), microprocessors, robotics, electrical and electronics principles, surface mount electronics packaging fundamentals, quality control, engineering economics, and production and operations management. The uniqueness of this program is in its combination of technical and management courses at the undergraduate level and also its emphasis on project-based hands-on practical education.

Accelerated dual degree options are for undergraduate students with outstanding academic records. Upon acceptance, well-qualified undergraduate students can begin graduate study before completing their BS degree, shortening the time it takes to earn both degrees. Students should consult an academic adviser for more information.