Career help in Robotics and Mechatronics

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For a career in robotic and mechatronics systems, the choice between a double major in Mechanical Engineering (ME) and Electrical Engineering (EE) or pursuing a BS in ME followed by an MS in EE depends on individual goals and preferences regarding time, effort, and financial investment. A balanced approach, such as a 50/50 or 60/40 focus between ME and EE, may be more beneficial than a double major, which some consider excessive. Practical experience and targeted coursework can effectively supplement a primary degree. Professionals in the field emphasize the importance of hands-on learning and real-world application, as demonstrated by individuals who have successfully integrated knowledge from both disciplines in their careers, including teaching and designing complex systems.
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If I wanted to have a career working on and designing robotic and mechatronics systems should I double major in ME and EE or do a BS in ME and an MS in EE. Anyone have any advice on what the best option for this is?
 
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Double major is overkill IMHO, but it may work for you.

Since your interest is "mecha - tronics" you need to determine the blend that suits your desires (time, effort, money, knowledge, training). For example, 50/50 ME/EE, or 60/40 ME/EE or 40/60 ME/EE, or what ever.

Example: I'm a BSME + Master's in Manufacturing Engineering (emphasis on automation). Worked in manufacturing automation, controls, and robotics for 30 years. I took some EE courses to augment my knowledge base, and learned by doing all the other stuff I wanted to know and needed for my various jobs. Now I teach at the university level. This past couple weeks I have been designing & building electrical & pneumatic control system panels for my lab's industrial robot stations. For which I also designed & fabricated all the stations, EOATs, mechanical components, too. And constructed the course to teach industrial robot fundamentals, math analysis, programming, workcell design, and constructed a series of homeworks & lab assignments.
 

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