Mechatronics Course IIT Roorkee | Learn Robotics, Control & Design | NPTEL
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 595 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 8 weeks |
| Categories | Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes and Technology, Product Design |
| Credit Points | 2 |
| Level | Undergraduate/Postgraduate |
| Start Date | 16 Feb 2026 |
| End Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 18 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Master Mechatronics: An 8-Week IIT-Level Course with Prof. Pushparaj Mani Pathak
In today's technologically advanced world, the lines between mechanical systems, electronics, and intelligent software are increasingly blurred. This convergence is the heart of Mechatronics—a multidisciplinary field that is driving innovation in everything from smart appliances to industrial robots and autonomous vehicles. If you're an engineering student or professional looking to master this synergistic domain, a structured, expert-led course is invaluable.
We are excited to highlight a comprehensive 8-week course on Mechatronics instructed by Prof. Pushparaj Mani Pathak from IIT Roorkee. This course is designed to provide a deep dive into the principles and applications that define modern intelligent systems.
About the Instructor: Learn from an Expert
The course is led by Prof. Pushparaj Mani Pathak, a distinguished professor at IIT Roorkee with extensive academic and industrial experience.
- Qualifications: B.E. (Mechanical) from NIT Calicut, M.Tech (Solid Mechanics & Design) from IIT Kanpur, and PhD from IIT Kharagpur.
- Research Expertise: His core areas include Robotics, Dynamics, Control, and Bond Graph Modelling.
- Professional Journey: With industry experience from 1989-1994 and in teaching since 1994, he brings a perfect blend of theoretical knowledge and practical insight.
- Academic Contributions: He has co-authored the book Intelligent Mechatronic Systems: Modeling, Control and Diagnosis (Springer), published over 40 international journal papers, and supervised 34 M.Tech and 7 PhD theses.
Course Overview: What is Mechatronics?
The term "Mechatronics" combines "mecha" (mechanisms) and "tronics" (electronics). It represents the synergistic integration of mechanical engineering, electronics, and computer control in designing and manufacturing products and processes. This course will empower you to:
- Implement electronic control in mechanical systems.
- Enhance mechanical designs with intelligent control.
- Replace mechanical components with electronic solutions.
Who Should Enroll?
- Intended Audience: Undergraduate and Postgraduate students in Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics Engineering.
- Industry Support: Highly relevant for careers in Automobile, DRDO, Railways, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
Detailed 8-Week Course Layout
The curriculum is meticulously structured to build your knowledge from the ground up.
| Week | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction to Mechatronics, Examples, Electric Circuits, Semiconductor Electronics, Transistor Applications. |
| Week 2 | Sensors & Transducers: Performance, Displacement/Position/Proximity, Force/Pressure/Flow, Temperature/Light, Acceleration/Vibration, MEMS/SAW. |
| Week 3 | Actuators & Mechanisms: Mechanical, Hydraulic & Pneumatic, Electrical Actuation Systems, Data Presentation. |
| Week 4 | Signal Conditioning: Op-Amps, ADC/DAC Converters, Introduction to Artificial Intelligence. |
| Week 5 | Microprocessors & Microcontrollers: Digital Circuits, Architecture, Programming. |
| Week 6 | Modeling & System Response: Mechanical, Electrical, Fluid System Models, Dynamic Response, Transfer Functions. |
| Week 7 | Closed Loop Controllers: P, I, PID, Digital & Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), I/O Systems, Fault Finding. |
| Week 8 | Design & Mechatronics: Microcontroller Project (Atmega 16), Myoelectrically Controlled Robotic Arm, Robocon, Legged Robot Design. |
Key Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will gain a robust understanding of:
- The fundamental components of mechatronic systems (sensors, actuators, controllers).
- How to model and analyze the dynamic response of mixed-domain systems.
- The practical skills to program microcontrollers and implement PID control.
- The complete design process, culminating in hands-on projects like robotic arm and legged robot design.
Recommended Textbooks & Resources
To supplement your learning, the course references authoritative texts, including one co-authored by the instructor himself:
- Mechatronics by Bolton
- Introduction to Mechatronics by Alciatore & Histand
- Mechatronic System Design by Shetty & Kolk
- Mechatronic Handbook by Bishop
- Intelligent Mechatronic Systems: Modeling, Control and Diagnosis by Merzouki, Samantaray, Pathak, Ould Bouamama (Springer)
Why Take This Course?
This course is more than just a series of lectures. It's a guided journey through the core of modern engineering design, led by an IIT professor with decades of experience. Whether you aim to excel in academia, research (like DRDO), or industries such as automotive and robotics, this course provides the foundational and advanced knowledge required to innovate at the intersection of mechanics, electronics, and computing.
Duration: 8 Weeks | Level: Undergraduate/Postgraduate
Take the first step towards mastering the systems of the future. Enroll in this Mechatronics course and bridge the gap between theory and cutting-edge application.
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