Mechatronics Engineering – Artificial Intelligence Specialization and Mechatronics Engineering and Management – Artificial Intelligence Specialization

2024-2025 - UG - Major Program Modification (Create New Calendar Entry)

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(A) Proposal summary
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  • STEP 1 - Complete the proposal summary information
  • Home faculty*
    Choose your faculty from the list of available options.
  • Content type*
    Choose ‘program’, unless you are certain the content you are creating should be a shared core. Contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca if you require assistance.
  • Summary of proposed changes*
    • Move Liberal Studies elective in Year 3-1 to Year 4-1.
    • Add ENGR 3150U: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to Year 3-1.
    • Remove two Engineering Electives from Year 4-1.
    • Add ENGR 4170U: Deep Learning to Year 4-1.
    • Remove Engineering elective from Year 4-2.
    • Add ENGR 4270U: Machine Learning Applications
    Provide a brief point by point summary of the changes included in this proposal.
  • Is a new course associated with this proposal?*
    Select 'yes' only if you are adding a brand new course to the calendar copy in this proposal.

  • If applicable, list new course codes, course titles and include hyperlinks to course proposals in Curriculog in the 'new courses' field below. To hyperlink, open a new window and search for the new course proposal in Curriculog. Copy the url from your web browser, return to this form and select the hyper link icon. Paste the url into the url field and save.

  • New courses

    ENGR 4170U: Deep Learning
    ENGR 4270U: Machine Learning Applications

  • Are you creating a new minor that is not associated with a standalone major?*
  • If you answered yes to the above question, please describe in detail the capacity available to deliver the minor.
  • Calendar start date*
    Choose when the change should first appear in the academic calendar (e.g., Fall 2021).
  • Registration start date*
    Specify the first active term (e.g., Fall 2021).
  • STEP 2 - Attach supporting documents, if applicable

  • Visit the files section of the toolbox on the right-hand side of the form to attach any supporting documentation.

  • Are you attaching any supporting documents*
(B) Program component information and calendar copy
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  • STEP 3 - Complete Section B
  • Title of new program component*
    Mechatronics Engineering – Artificial Intelligence Specialization and Mechatronics Engineering and Management – Artificial Intelligence Specialization
    Mechatronics Engineering – Artificial Intelligence Specialization and Mechatronics Engineering and Management – Artificial Intelligence Specialization
    This will be the title of the program or shared core in the calendar.
  • Program type*
    Select the corresponding program type from the list of options. If you feel an option is missing, please contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca.
  • Degree type*
    Select the corresponding degree type from the list of options. If you feel an option is missing, please contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca.
  • Description of new program component*

    The Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science is one of a handful of universities in Canada that offers a dedicated program in Mechatronics Engineering. The program provides graduates with the knowledge and skills required to work in high-tech companies requiring the integration of electro-mechanical systems with controls and software, including robotics, automotive, consumer products, and aerospace industries, to name a few.

    Students have the option to specialize in Artificial Intelligence within the four-year Mechatronics Engineering program.The specialization in Artificial Intelligence gives students a solid foundation on the main aspects of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, including Deep Learning, and their application to solving modern engineering problems and challenges. In addition, students will learn the ethical implications of the use of Artificial Intelligence in engineering and society. 

    Developed in consultation with industry, the Mechatronics Engineering curriculum provides a solid grounding in the fundamentals of mathematics, computing and science, with significant content in engineering sciences and design. In addition to classroom lectures, students participate in tutorials, laboratories, computer simulations, field visits, independent research and design tasks, individual and group projects, as well as presentations to both technical and non-technical audiences.

    Complementary studies including liberal studies electives, collaborative leadership, economics, and ethics and law for professionals, promote a broader understanding of the needs of society and technology’s impact on it. Students gain technical expertise along with the understanding of business and humanities required for an integrated approach to mechatronics.
     

    The description of the new program component will be included in the Academic Calendar.
  • Admission requirements*

    same as all other engineering programs. 

    An outline of the requirements for admission to the new program component, including additional requirements or procedures, and recognition of prior learning experience.
  • Program map*
    Use this section to build a program map for the academic calendar that shows courses and/or research components offered each academic year.
  • Program structure*

    The proposed specialization will replace the three existing engineering electives in the core Mechatronics Engineering program with three AI specific courses: ENGR 3150U: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, ENGR 4170U: Deep Learning, and ENGR 4270U: Machine Learning Applications.

    Describe any experiential or other applied learning opportunities that are part of the new program component.
  • Program learning outcomes*

    There is no change to the program learning outcomes.

    If you do not have a recent version of your program’s learning outcomes and alignment with the Degree Level Expectations, or would like to make a modification to them, please contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca.

  • If you do not have a recent version of your program’s learning outcomes and alignment with the Degree Level Expectations, or would like to make a modification to them, please contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca.

(C) Detailed proposal information
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  • STEP 4 - Complete Section C
  • Introduction
  • Brief background on existing program*

    The existing Mechatronics Engineering program is one of only a handful of standalone mechatronics programs in Ontario. Mechatronics

  • Rationale for the new component*

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are rapidly becoming a tool that can be used to solve numerous engineering problems. The proposed specialization in AI will provide students a solid foundation on the main aspects of ML and AI, including Deep Learning, and their application to solving modern engineering problems and challenges. In addition, students will learn the ethical implications of the use of Artificial Intelligence in engineering and society.

    How will this change enhance the program and/or opportunities for students and graduates?
  • Fit with the mission, mandate, strategic plans of the University and broader array of program offerings*

    The proposed specialization aligns well with Ontario Tech’s mission to “… equip future leaders to solve complex problems.” AI is a tool that will help our graduate solve these complex problems.
    In addition, the proposed specialization will be a unique offering amongst engineering programs in Canada.

    Description of how the proposed modifications fit into the broader array of program offerings, particularly those areas of teaching and research strengths, and complementary areas of study.
  • Resource requirements
  • Faculty members*

    Existing faculty will be used to teach the courses in the specialization as part of their regular teaching loads. As the specialization replaces three engineering elective spots in the program, there is no net new instruction to deliver the specialization. Further, it is anticipated that other engineering programs at Ontario Tech will incorporate the Artificial Intelligence specialization into their programs allowing for further efficiencies in course deliver to be found.

    List of core faculty associated with the program, including appointment status, home unit, areas of teaching and research interests, and any new faculty requirements and gaps they would be expected to fill.
  • Additional academic and non-academic human resources*

    No additional resources required.

    Details of any administrative requirements, including support staff, adjunct and part-time faculty, supervision of experiential learning opportunities, and any other additional academic and non-academic human resources.
  • Physical resource requirements*

    No additional resources required.

    Details of any physical resource requirements, including library holdings, information technology support and student services, special equipment, and space requirements (classrooms, laboratory, graduate student work/study space, other).
  • Business plan
  • Statement of funding requirements*

    N/A

    A summary statement of the funding required to support the modification, including projected enrolments, start-up and continuing costs, if applicable.
  • Statement of resource/funding availability*

    Course delivery will fall under existing faculty teaching loads. As noted,

    Statements attesting to the adequacy of resources to support the modification from Deans who may have faculty members involved in or are contributing resources, the Registrar or the Dean of Graduate Studies, the Chief Librarian and the Provost.
  • Transition plan
  • Transition plan*

    Nominally, the specialization will launch with the Fall 2024 cohort. There is no impact on the core Mechatronics Engineering program since the specialization is simply replacing the three existing engineering electives with specific courses for those students who take the specialization. Existing students can potentially take the specialization by taking the three specified courses as their electives.

    Semester (e.g., Fall 2020) for the implementation of the proposed changes; include a plan for all current students in the program, by year level. If this change impacts students that are not new and/or 1st year students as of the start date, then a transition plan is required.
  • Converting to online options
  • Does this proposal contain any intended conversion of progam components to online options? If yes, please complete the remaining items below.*
  • Adequacy of technological platform

    N/A

    Describe the adequacy of the technological platform to be used for online delivery.
  • Maintenance of and/or changes to the quality of education

    N/A

    Describe how the quality of education will be maintained and/or changes when moving to online delivery.
  • Maintenance of and/or changes to program objectives

    N/A

    Describe how the current program objectives will be maintained and/or changed when moving to online delivery.
  • Maintenance of and/or changes to program-level learning outcomes

    N/A

    Describe how the current program-level outcomes will be maintained an/or changed when moving to online delivery.
  • Sufficiency of support services and training for teaching staff

    N/A

    Describe the support services and training for teaching staff that will be made available when moving to online delivery.
  • Sufficiency and type of support for students in the new learning environment

    N/A

    Describe the sufficiency and type of supports that will be available to students when moving to online delivery.
  • Other
  • Other: additional supporting information, if applicable
    Describe any additional information needed to support the proposal.
(D) Impact and consultation
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  • STEP 5 - Complete Section D
  • We have consulted with all impacted areas*
    By selecting 'yes', you agree that you have consulted with all affected areas prior to beginning this proposal. Select 'N/A' only if the change(s) do not involve students, staff and faculty from other programs or courses.
  • Process of consultation*

    Consultation at program level curriculum committees and Department Council
    garnered support from faculty and student representatives.

    Must include ways in which student feedback was collected; also include process of consultation with other units if the change(s) involve(s) students, staff, and/or faculty from other programs or courses.
  • Are there any considerations for the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion or decolonization included with this program change?*
  • Please explain:*

    N/A

    Does the program contain concepts, materials or resources from scholars/professionals who are part of one or more historically marginalized groups? Are multiple perspectives represented in the program, such as those offered by those who are Indigenous, Black, Persons of Colour and/or 2SLGBTQIA+? How has accessibility been considered? More specifically, have the needs of students with disabilities been integrated into the program design (e.g., the ways that students are asked to demonstrate their learning)? Will this program provide space to allow for the discussion of other viewpoints outside the “dominant, Western narrative”? Have the principles of Universal Design been considered?
  • Indigenous Content and Consultation
  • Does this change include any Indigenous content?*

  • For more information on how Indigenous content is defined at Ontario Tech University and how to consult with the Indigenous Education Advisory Circle, please refer to the Protocol for Consultation with the Indigenous Education Advisory Circle.

  • Has the IEAC been contacted?
  • If Yes, when?
  • What was the advice you received from the IEAC? And, how has it been included in your proposal?
  • Did the IEAC ask you to return the proposal to them for review?
    If Yes, have they completed their review?
(E) Routing
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  • STEP 6 - Enter routing information

  • Important note: it is imperative that you choose the correct routing path as it cannot be changed once a proposal has been launched. If you have made a routing error after launching the proposal, the proposal will be cancelled and a new proposal will be required. If you require assistance with routing, please contact ciqe@ontariotechu.ca.

    Please note that changes to joint or collaborative programs do require approval at Faculty Council of each faculty involved in the program. You do not need to include other faculties in the routing, however, consultation with other faculties should be noted and any required approval by other Faculty Councils (and date of approval) should be noted in the comments section as approval is logged on the home Faculty Council step.

  • Should this proposal be routed to the Program Approval step prior to Curriculum Committee?*
    If your curriculum committee is organized by program, or if program-level approval prior to curriculum committee is not required, select 'no'.
  • Faculty or program-level group*
    Choose your faculty or program-level group from the list of options. If your faculty has program-level committees, choose the corresponding program group from the list. Otherwise, choose the home faculty. You may choose more than one option, but please note that your proposal will go to the committees of all options selected. The proposal will not move on to the next step until all faculties have approved at their respective committees. Note: If you are making a change for a Bachelor of Engineering program in FESNS, you must select both the Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science, and the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science from the list of options.
  • Is this change for a Bachelor of Engineering program or program which requires Engineering Curriculum Committee approval?*
  • Are there departments associated with your faculty?*
(F) End of proposal
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