The course provides specialised training in robotics for those intending to work as engineers, programmers, technical specialists or managers in manufacturing industries. It is available only on a part-time basis, takes a minimum of two years and normally involves eight formal class hours per week.
The minimum entry requirement is a three-year degree or diploma in a discipline which provides a suitable foundation, eg computer science, data processing, electrical engineering, electronic engineering and communications engineering. Applicants without such a qualification may be admitted on the basis of suitable work experience. In some cases, students are required to study bridging subjects to attain the required standard for further study.