Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, and Mechatronics at Cape town university

Mechatronics, also called mechatronics engineering, is an interdisciplinary branch of engineering that focuses on the integration of mechanical, electronic, and electrical engineering systems, and also includes a combination of robotics, electronics, computer science, telecommunications, systems, control, and product.

Minimum requirements

420 FPS; 80% for NSC Mathematics, 70% for NSC Physical Sciences.

Admission Requirement

Guaranteed admission

500 FPS or above ≥ 80% for Mathematics & ≥ 70% for Physical Sciences

Probable admission

480 WPS or above ≥ 80% for Mathematics & ≥ 70% for Physical Sciences

Possible admission

420 FPS or above ≥ 80% for Mathematics & ≥ 70% for Physical Sciences

What is a BSc in computer engineering?

The courses cover computer systems, design, implementation, maintenance, and management.

The student studies computer hardware and software, along with operating systems, computer programming, digital systems, microprocessor, computer architecture, and data communications.

What can I do with a bachelors in Computer Engineering?

Technical support specialist.

Computer programmer.

Multimedia programmer.

Forensic computer analyst.

Industrial engineer.

Web developer.

Computer systems analyst.

IT consultant.

What does a computer science engineer do?

Computer engineers build devices, design computer networks, and develop new technologies.

They are focused on computer hardware and understanding how to optimize hardware for different applications through an understanding of how software interacts with hardware. The future of computer engineering is bright.

What is the scope of mechatronics engineering?

The scope for the job is widespread in fields such as automobile, robotics, aerospace, and aviation, gas and oil, transport, defense, manufacturing, telecom, metallurgy, biomechatronics, biomedical systems. In South Africa, opportunities are present in organizations such as DRDO, ISRO, the Navy, the Army, the Air Force, etc.