Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering Science

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The Ph.D. program in Mechatronics and Robotics aims to prepare the next generation of Egyptian world-class researchers, industry pioneers, and academic scholars in the fields of mechatronics, robotics, autonomous systems, and related domains. With a primary focus on encouraging creativity, innovation, and bridging knowledge gaps, this research-driven program prepares students for diverse roles across academia and industry sectors by exploring cutting-edge technologies and methodologies in mechatronics, robotics, and related fields. Encompassing a broad spectrum of research areas including control systems, mechatronics and robotic systems, bioinspired systems, embedded systems, and autonomous systems, the curriculum places particular emphasis on advanced topics such as soft robotics, energy-efficient machine design, machine learning, human-robot interaction, cognitive robotics, and optimization within the context of robotics and mechatronics. Graduates emerge adept at navigating complex challenges through interdisciplinary approaches and innovative problem-solving. Research activities within the program span a multitude of fields, ranging from industrial automation, healthcare technology (biomechatronics), automotive (autotronics), precision farming, and energy. By encouraging a culture of creativity and innovation, the program's research projects and activities are poised to make significant contributions to knowledge creation and shape the future landscape of mechatronics and robotics.

To complete the degree, the student must satisfy the Program Competences and complete 44 hours of the following courses. [Please note that all postgraduate courses are 3 CH]

Code Course Title Distribution
Midterm Activities Work Oral Practical Exam
Code Course Title Distribution
Midterm Activities Work Oral Practical Exam
MCT645 Biomechatronics 60 0 0 0 40
MCT658 Self-Driving Vehicles 60 0 0 0 40
MCT657 Autotronics 60 0 0 0 40
MCT656 Wearable Robotics Design and Control 60 0 0 0 40
MCT655 Robotics Programming and Operations 60 0 0 0 40
MCT654 Underwater and Aerial Robotics 60 0 0 0 40
MCT653 Probabilistic Robotics 60 0 0 0 40
MCT652 Sensing and Navigation for Robotics 60 0 0 0 40
MCT651 Legged Walking Robotics Analysis and Control 60 0 0 0 40
MCT648 Selected Topics in Mechatronics Engineering (2) 60 0 0 0 40
MCT647 Micro and Nano Mechatronic Systems 60 0 0 0 40
MCT646 Advanced Biosignal Processing 60 0 0 0 40
MCT611 Industry 4.0 Technology and Fundamentals 60 0 0 0 40
MCT644 Biomechanics and Gait Analysis 60 0 0 0 40
MCT643 Industrial Communication and Networking 60 0 0 0 40
MCT642 Advanced Multibody System Dynamics 60 0 0 0 40
MCT641 Modeling and Identification of Dynamic Systems 60 0 0 0 40
MCT618 Building Automation Systems 60 0 0 0 40
MCT617 Motion Control and Servo Systems 60 0 0 0 40
MCT616 Advanced pneumatic and Hydraulic Control 60 0 0 0 40
MCT615 Supervisory Control Design of Discrete Event Systems 60 0 0 0 40
MCT614 Advanced Control Techniques 60 0 0 0 40
MCT613 Optimal Control 60 0 0 0 40
MCT612 Visual Servoing in Mechatronic Systems 60 0 0 0 40