Course Overview:
Automation & Robotics Engineering is a 4-year B.Tech program focused on designing, manufacturing, and operating robots and automated systems. The course covers areas like robotics, AI, machine learning, control systems, and industrial automation, leading to careers in industries like manufacturing, aerospace, and healthcare.

Duration: 4 years (8 semesters)

Average Fees: ₹1,50,000 to ₹4,50,000 per year (varies depending on the institution, with government colleges being more affordable compared to private institutions)

Exams to Attend:

• JEE Main and JEE Advanced (for admission to IITs and NITs)

• State-level entrance exams like WBJEE, MHT CET, KCET

• Institution-specific entrance exams such as SRMJEEE, VITEEE, and BITSAT

Syllabus (Semester-wise Breakdown)

1st Year:

• Engineering Mathematics I & II: Basic calculus, linear algebra, and differential equations

• Engineering Physics: Study of mechanics, electromagnetism, and materials science

• Engineering Chemistry: Chemical processes relevant to materials and energy

• Introduction to Robotics and Automation: Overview of robotics systems, components, and automation principles

• Engineering Graphics and CAD: Fundamentals of technical drawing and computer-aided design (CAD)

2nd Year:

• Mechanical Systems in Robotics: Introduction to the mechanical design of robotic systems, including kinematics and dynamics

• Electrical and Electronics Engineering: Basics of electrical circuits, sensors, and actuators used in robotics

• Control Systems Engineering: Study of feedback control systems, stability, and controllers used in automation

• Digital Electronics: Logic gates, microprocessors, and embedded systems used in automation

• Sensors and Actuators: Introduction to different types of sensors and actuators in robotic systems

3rd Year:

• Robotics Programming and Simulation: Coding for robots using languages like Python and MATLAB, and simulation of robotic systems

• Artificial Intelligence in Robotics: Application of AI techniques, including machine learning and neural networks, to automation and robotics

• Robot Dynamics and Control: Advanced study of robotic movement, control algorithms, and robotic arm design

• Mechatronics: Integration of mechanical, electronic, and computer systems in robotics

• Human-Robot Interaction: Understanding user interfaces and collaboration between humans and robots

4th Year:

• Advanced Automation Systems: Study of industrial automation, process automation, and smart manufacturing systems

• Autonomous Vehicles and Mobile Robots: Study of autonomous systems, including drones and self-driving cars

• Robotics in Healthcare and Service: Application of robotics in healthcare, service, and domestic environments

• Project Work: Research or design project related to automation or robotics engineering

• Electives: Courses such as nanotechnology in robotics, advanced AI for robotics, or space robotics

Internship:
Students are required to complete internships in the robotics industry, automation companies, or research institutions to gain practical exposure to automation systems, robotics design, and implementation.

Top Ten Ranking Institutions for Automation and Robotics Engineering in India (Combined Ranking)

1. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bombay

2. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kanpur

3. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi

4. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras

5. Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani

6. Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore

7. Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal

8. SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai

9. Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Chennai

10. Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore

Top Ten Automation and Robotics Engineering Colleges in Kerala

1. College of Engineering, Trivandrum

2. Government Engineering College, Thrissur

3. Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, Kottayam

4. TKM College of Engineering, Kollam

5. Amrita School of Engineering, Kollam

6. Federal Institute of Science and Technology (FISAT), Angamaly

7. SCMS School of Engineering and Technology, Ernakulam

8. Mar Athanasius College of Engineering, Kothamangalam

9. NSS College of Engineering, Palakkad

10. Saintgits College of Engineering, Kottayam