Introduction

Robotics Engineering is an interdisciplinary field that integrates knowledge and techniques from various disciplines including mechanical engineering, electronic engineering, computer science and technology, and artificial intelligence. The program aims to cultivate students with professional knowledge and practical skills in the design, manufacturing, control, and application of robots.

Orientaion

Starting from the industrial layout and talent demand in the Guangdong Hong Kong Macao Greater Bay Area, with the aim of strengthening engineering and application innovation capabilities, we aim to solve international scientific and technological problems and major national needs, and are committed to cultivating high-level and high-quality industrial elites and technical talents with distinctive craftsmanship characteristics, such as engineers and designers.

Objectives

The training objectives of the Robotics Engineering major are as follows:(1)To impart a strong foundation in mathematics, physics, and computer science to students, enabling them to understand and solve complex engineering problems. (2)To provide comprehensive knowledge of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer programming, preparing students to design, build, and control robotic systems.(3) To develop practical skills in robotics design, prototyping, and testing, fostering the ability to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world engineering challenges. (4)To cultivate critical thinking, creativity, and innovation, encouraging students to explore new approaches and technologies in the field of robotics. (5)To instill an understanding of ethical and social implications of robotic technologies, promoting responsible and sustainable practices in the development and use of robots. (6)To prepare students for teamwork, communication, and project management, equipping them to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary engineering projects.These objectives are designed to equip graduates with the knowledge, skills, and mindset required to excel in the field of Robotics Engineering.

Cultivation specifications

1.Requirements of the academic system

The standard length of study for this major is 4 years, implementing a flexible learning system that encourages students to innovate and start businesses, encourages students to exchange learning, and further education. Students must complete the high school score requirements of the training program and pass the assessment before graduation.

2.Requirements for graduation credits

The total credit requirement for this major is 192 credits. Among them, the general education course has 84 credits, the professional subject course has 59 credits, the practical course has 34credits, and the graduation thesis has 15 credits.

3.Requirements for knowledge and skills

This major is divided into two training directions:industrialrobotsand intelligentrobot.It implements a training program that combines general education with specialized education. Students are required to take compulsory public courses in nature and humanities according to school regulations, while also learning the basic theories of robotics design and manufacturing, as well as basic knowledge of electronic technology, computer technology, and information processing technology according to professional training requirements. Graduates are required to meet the following training requirements in terms of knowledge, skills, and literacy:

(1)The ability to apply engineering knowledge: master basic and professional knowledge in mathematics, natural sciences, engineering, and apply it to solve complex robotics engineering problems;

(2)Ability to analyze engineering problems: able to apply basic principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences, identify, express, and analyze complex robotics engineering problems through literature research to obtain effective conclusions;

(3)Ability to design/develop solutions: able to design solutions for complex robotics engineering problems, design systems, units (components) or process flows that meet specific needs, and demonstrate innovation awareness in the design process, while considering social, health, safety, legal, cultural, and environmental factors;

(4)Ability to study engineering problems: able to study complexroboticsengineering problems based on scientific principles and using scientific methods, including designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and obtaining reasonable and effective conclusions through information synthesis;

(5)The ability to use modern tools: able to develop, select, and use appropriate technologies, resources, modern engineering tools, and information technology tools for complex robotics engineering problems, including predicting and simulating complex engineering problems, and understanding their limitations;

(6)Ability to analyze and evaluate the relationship between engineering and society: able to conduct reasonable analysis based on engineering related background knowledge, evaluate the impact of engineering practices and complex engineering problem solutions in this field on society, health, safety, law, and culture, and understand the responsibilities that should be undertaken;

(7)Environmental protection and sustainable development awareness: able to understand and evaluate the impact of professional engineering practices targeting complexroboticsengineering problems on environmental and social sustainable development;

(8)Adhering to professional norms: possessing humanistic and social science literacy, a sense of social responsibility, and the quality of abiding by laws and regulations, able to understand and abide by engineering professional ethics and norms inroboticsengineering practice, and fulfill responsibilities;

(9)Individual and team cooperation ability: possessing healthy psychological qualities, a spirit of seeking novelty and pragmatism, and the quality of teamwork, able to assume the roles of individual, team member, and leader in a multidisciplinary team;

(10)Communication skills: Able to effectively communicate and interact with industry peers and the general public on complexroboticsengineering issues, including writing reports and design drafts, presenting speeches, and clearly expressing or responding to instructions. And possess a certain international perspective, able to communicate and exchange in languages such as English and German in cross-cultural contexts;

(11)Project management ability: Understand and master the principles of engineering management and economic decision-making methods, and be able to apply them in a multidisciplinary environment;

(12)Consciousness and ability of lifelong learning: Possess the awareness of self-directed learning and lifelong learning, and have the ability to continuously learn and adapt to development.

4.Faculty

This major currently has a total of 7 full-time teachers, including 2 professors, 3 associate professors, and 2 assistant professors and lecturers.

5.Teaching conditions

The professional construction includes 12 undergraduate teaching laboratories, including Robotics Research Laboratory,Robotics AI Laboratory, Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory,Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Technology Application Laboratory,Advanced Intelligent Electromechanical Systems Laboratory,Human-Machine Collaboration Laboratory,Robotics Driving and Control Laboratory,Robotics Innovation and Maker Laboratory, Innovative Laboratory for Intelligent Unmanned Systems, Mobile Robotics Laboratory, etc., with a total area of nearly1600square meters and 200 sets of various experimental instruments and equipment, with a total value of over 20 million yuan. In addition, there is also the Mechanical Industry Key Laboratory of Intelligent Robotics Technology for 3C, which can strongly support students to participate in scientific research activities.

6.Achievements in awards for teachers and students

Implement the credit, GPA, and evaluation reward mechanisms for competitions, and organize frontline teaching and research teachers and enterprise engineers to conduct training on key skills and theoretical systems for industries and disciplines. Over the past five years, we have won 68 national level awards, 23 provincial and ministerial level awards.