Robotics As A Career

Robotics As A Career

Summary

Robotics is a branch of engineering which deals with the making of robots. Robots are programmed machines which are able to carry out tasks autonomously or semi- autonomously for the better working of the company. It involves designing, building and programming of phsycial robots, to troubleshoot the problems in various domains of operations and manufacturing. This is very useful in fields including transporation, manufacturing, production, medical, army, etc. It is an interdisciplinary branch of mechanical and electrical engineering.

Career Opportunities in Robotics

• Space Research
• Medical
• Private Organizations
• Entertainment
• Investigation
• Banking

How to Pursue a Career in Robotics

	Stream	Graduation	After Graduation	After Post Graduation
Path 1	Clear Class XII with Science with Maths stream	Pursue B.Tech/B.E in Robotics/Mechatronics Engineering	Pursue M.Tech in specialized branch of robotics	Ph.D in the area of specialization.
Path 2	Clear Class XII with Science with Maths stream	Pursue B.Tech /B.E in Electronics /Mechanical /Electrical /Computer Science and Engineering/ Instrumentation & Control Engineering/ Electrical and Electronics Engineering	Pursue M.Tech in Robotics/Mechatronics/ or any other specialized field	Ph.D in the area of specialization.

Important Facts

• Robotics engineering is rarely taught and sought in India , be it a NIT or IIT. Mechatronics is the most related and sort field for people interested in robotics.
• You can also work in the field of robotics, with a associate degree(2 year) in robot technology or similar field, and work as an assistant to robotics engineer.
• Most college have eligibility criteria of minimum 50% aggregate marks in Class XII / and some of minimum 60%. Some colleges/universities also have an age limit.
• Most colleges require JEE score as minimum eligibility for Undergraduation degree.

Leading Institutes

Top Robotics Institutes in India

College	Location	Website
Indian Institute of Technology	Multiple Locations	www.iitd.ac.in
Birla Institute of Technology	Pilani, Mesra	www.bits-pilani.ac.in
Vellore Institute of Technology	Chennai	www.vit.ac.in
National Institute of Technology	Multiple Locations	www.nitc.ac.in
Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad	Allahabad	www.iiita.ac.in/academics/programmes
International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad	Hyderabad	www.iiit.ac.in/academics/postgraduate
SRM University	Chennai	www.srmuniv.ac.in/engineering/department-of-mechatronics-engineering/about-the-department
Mahatma Gandhi Institute Of Technology	Hyderabad	www.mgit.ac.in/courses_offered.html
University of Petroleum and Energy Studies	Dehradun	www.upes.ac.in/btech-mechatronics-engineering
Manipal Institute of technology	Manipal	www.manipal.edu/mit/programs/program-list/btech/btech-mechatronics-engineering.html
Hindustan University	Chennai	www.hindustanuniv.ac.in/be_roboties_control.php
Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research	Chennai	www.bharathuniv.ac.in/colleges1/mtronics.php

Top Robotics Institutes in the World

Institution	Location	Website
Massachusetts Institute of Technology	Massachusetts, US	www.web.mit.edu
Carnegie Mellon University	Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania	www.ri.cmu.edu/education/academic-programs
University of Pennsylvania	Pennsylvania	www.seas.upenn.edu/prospective-students/graduate/programs/masters/robotics.php
University College London	London	www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate/taught/degrees/robotics-computation-msc
University of Colorado – Boulder	Colorado, United States	www.colorado.edu/mechanical/research/focus-areas/robotics-and-systems-design
University of Torronto	Torronto, Canada	www.irm.utoronto.ca

Important Entrance Exams

Undergraduate

College	Tentative Date	Important Elements	Website
Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main)	April	Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry	www.jeemain.nic.in
Joint Entrance Examination Advanced (JEE Advanced)	May/June	Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry	www.jeeadv.ac.in
Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission (BITSAT)	May	Mathematics/Biology Physics, Chemistry, Logical Reasoning English	www.bitsadmission.com/bitsatmain.aspx
Vellore Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam (VITEEE)	April	Mathematics/Biology Physics, Chemistry, English	www.vit.ac.in
SRM University Engineering Exam (SRMJEEE)	April	Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology	www.srmuniv.ac.in

Postgraduate

Institution	Tentative Date	Important Elements	Website
Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) (Postgraduate)	Jan-Feb	All branches of engineering	www.gate.iisc.ernet.in

Work Description

• They perform engineering activities in planning and designing tools, engines, to create / programmed machines and robots.
• Develop, co-ordinate, or monitor all aspects of production or operation of product designs.
• They do extensive research in various mechanical and robotic technologies to update their robot with upcoming technology.
• They modify computer controlled motion of robots and automated machines.
• Develop, test and evaluate robot designs.
• Install and test robots for defects after assembly.

Pros & Cons of a Career in Development Studies

Pros

• Job security: Since this career has less entrants, the demand of robotic professionals is high. Innovation has no stop in the technology journey, making the job opportunities highly rewarding, and satisfying.
• Prestige: They generally innovate and improve the existing process, working on various models, with like-minded educated people, creating a name in the world of technology. This makes the profession highly demanded and unique, where the work is attached with prestige.
• Diverse: The application of this industry is spread across various areas being production, manufacturing, power maintenance, mining, nuclear power, medical, automobile industry and many more. This gives the added benefit to switch fields, and accelerate growth.

Cons

• Geographical Restraint: Robotics job are specific and professional opportunities would not be in abudance in small cities.
• Long work hours, high stress and patience : The job is very demanding. It requires physical, mental and emotional involvement and drains his/her energy.
• Continuing Education: A master’s degree is required for better job opportunities in this field. Also, continuing upgradation of your knowledge and skills for the job, requires you to look for short term/long term certification to gain expertise.