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Mechatronics & Robotics Industry Advisory Board

The aim of the Industry Advisory Board is to provide independent advice on the academic activities relating to the teaching of the undergraduate and graduate programs in Robotics and Mechatronics across the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and the Department of Electrical and Computer Science Engineering at Monash University. The Board will also advise on research in Robotics and Mechatronics and enhance the visibility of the Monash Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering teaching and research programs within the engineering community.
1. Provide input towards the development of the Bachelor Degree of Robotics and Mechatronics program, Master Degree of Professional Engineering, and PhD programs to ensure they meet industry requirements.
2. Foster and encourage industry support for graduates of the Robotics and Mechatronics programs.
3. Foster and contribute to the development of research activities in Robotics and Mechatronics, particularly in areas relevant to industry.
4. Promote Robotics and Mechatronics at Monash University within the engineering communities.
The Industry Advisory Board will consist of - Eight to ten industry members, One Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering staff, one Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering staff, one staff member from complementary discipline, and two student representatives (undergraduate and graduate).
Meetings will be held three times a year. A quorum will require at least three industry members and two academic members, one being the Chair or the Vice Chair in his/her absence.