Robotics, Control and Smart Systems (M.Sc.)

Master of Science in Robotics, Control and Smart Systems (RCSS)

The specialized master program in Robotics, Control and Smart Systems (RCSS) provides interdisciplinary academic and educational excellence in advanced sciences and technologies with a unique educational, learning, and research environment that advances scientific understanding enabling students to develop innovative and intelligent ideas for autonomous and smart products and systems to meet today’s most pressing challenges and prepare them for careers in industry, academia, and research.

The Master of Science in Robotics, Control and Smart Systems, provides academic excellence through an interdisciplinary education in the fields with the aim to prepare graduate students for careers in industry, academia, and research (local, regional and global).

This program is facilitated by the available state of the art equipment at two Mechatronics Laboratories (Mechatronics Design Lab., Mechatronics and Intelligent Systems Lab.) in the Mechanical Engineering department and MEM/NEM facilities at Yousef Jameel Science and Technology Research Center (YJSTRC).

Program Objectives

The Master of Science in Robotics, Control and Smart Systems graduates scientists and engineers who:

1. Apply Integrated Knowledge: Graduates of the program will apply integrated knowledge of robotics, control systems, and smart technologies to develop innovative solutions for complex interdisciplinary problems. They will showcase their ability to merge concepts to solve real-world challenges.
2. Lead and Engage in Interdisciplinary Research: Graduates will lead and contribute to groundbreaking research in the fields of robotics, control, and smart systems. They will produce new insights and effectively communicate their findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
3. Function as Independent and Collaborative Professionals: Graduates will function as independent professionals and collaborative team members in diverse, interdisciplinary teams. They will take on leadership roles in projects involving  integration, automation, and design, driving these projects to successful completion through their expertise.
4. Pursue Professional and Academic Excellence: Graduates will achieve significant professional advancements and pursue further academic qualifications, contributing to advancements in robotics, smart systems, and control technologies. They will actively engage in research initiatives within industry, research institutions, and academia on both local and global scales, helping shape the future of the field.

Admissions

A bachelor’s degree in engineering, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 in the major area is required as a basic requirement or admission into the RCSS master’s program. Admission is also subject to the general university requirements for graduate programs. For those students whose grade records indicate promising ability, but who otherwise do not have adequate preparation in sciences or engineering, admission may be granted under the requirement that remedial courses will be taken.

Program Structure

A total of 33 credit hours are required for the Master of Science in RCSS. The program of study should include 24 credit hours of courses, 9 credit hours of thesis work.