Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Canada 2011

14. - Engineering

This series comprises instructional programs that prepare individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the solution of practical problems.

14.42 - Mechatronics, robotics, and automation engineering

This subseries comprises instructional program class 14.4201.

14.4201 - Mechatronics, robotics, and automation engineering

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of computer controlled electro-mechanical systems and products with embedded electronics, sensors, and actuators; and which includes, but is not limited to, automata, robots and automation systems. These programs include courses in mechanical engineering, electronic and electrical engineering, computer and software engineering, and control engineering.

• Illustrative example(s)

  • automation and robotics engineeringrobotics and automation engineering
  • automation engineering
  • control engineering
  • mechatronics engineering
  • robotics engineeringrobotic engineering

• Exclusion(s)

  • automated manufacturing engineering(14.3601)
  • automation engineering technology(15.0406)
  • electromechanical engineering(14.4101)
  • robotics and automation technology(15.0499)
  • robotics programming(11.0102)
  • robotics technology(15.0405)
  • systems engineering(14.2701)