Automation & Robotics

About department

Automation & Robotics Engineering

New Program • 2024-25
The Department of Automation and Robotics Engineering at MM Polytechnic, Pune offers a future-focused diploma program with an intake of 60 students. The course is approved by AICTE, recognized by DTE Maharashtra, and affiliated with MSBTE.
Why Automation & Robotics?

Industry 4.0 Focus

Smart manufacturing, AI integration, and intelligent automation systems.

Multidisciplinary Learning

Combines Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Computer Engineering.

Hands-on Skills

Robotics design, embedded systems, and real-time automation projects.

Future Careers

High-demand roles in robotics, AI, and industrial automation.
Career Opportunities
  • Robot Design Engineer
  • Automation Engineer
  • Robotics Programmer
  • AI & Control Systems Specialist
Scope of Work
  • Manufacturing & Automation Industries
  • Automobile & Aerospace Sector
  • AI & Robotics Companies
  • Defense & Space Research
Program Details
Course
Intake
Duration
Automation & Robotics Engineering
60
03 Years
Departmental Goals
  1. Teach students the basic principles that underlie modern computational technology.
  2. Help students apply their knowledge of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to the solutions of the problems arising in various disciplines.
  3. Enhance students’ ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely.
  4. Encourage students to participate in national and international events in the field.
  5. Transform the department and its students into a multidisciplinary stream where students can collaborate with other departments for research.
  6. Strive to become a centre of excellence in the discipline.
  7. Encourage students to take up entrepreneurship in the field.

Vision and Mission

Vision

To equip students with automation and robotics skills that enable them to excel in a rapidly evolving technological industry, while emphasizing social responsibility to address global challenges effectively.

Mission
  • Develop Practical Expertise: Provide hands-on experience and strong technical knowledge in automation and robotics.
  • Foster Industry Readiness: Prepare students to thrive in dynamic and evolving industrial environments.
  • Promote Global Responsibility: Encourage students to address global challenges with ethical and sustainable solutions.

Learning Outcomes

Program Specific Outcomes (PSO’s)
  • Maintain and troubleshoot various types of Automation and Robotics equipment.
  • Apply computing knowledge and relevant software tools for implementation and operation of Automation and Robotics systems.
Program Educational Objectives (PEO’s)
  • Provide socially responsible and environmentally sustainable solutions to broad-based Automation and Robotics engineering problems while adhering to professional ethics.
  • Adapt state-of-the-art Automation and Robotics technologies in multidisciplinary work environments.
  • Solve broad-based engineering problems individually and collaboratively, communicating effectively in professional settings.
Infrastructure
Faculty
MoU

Industry & Institutional Collaborations

Strong partnerships with leading organizations to enhance practical learning and innovation.

IISER
Pimpri Chinchwad Smart City Ltd
iRobotics – Itech Robotics
Probotix Control System
Scientech Technologies
Activities
Student Desk
Students Association

Automation & Robotics

Mrs. Pratima S. Patil
HOD

 

Name
Mrs. Pratima S. Patil
Designation
 Head of Department
Department
Automation and Robotics
Email id
patilps@mmpolytechnic.com
Cell No
Extension No
243
Qualifications 
ME (Heat Power)
Areas of Interest 
Heat Power, Fluid Mechanics, Engineering Drawing, Quality Control, Management, Manufacturing Processes, Basic Electronics etc.
Academic / Industrial Experience
  • Academic Experience: 16 yrs
  • Industrial Experience: 4.7 yrs
Research
Publications :  

International Journals: 02

National Conference: 01

Selected Publications:
1. Experimental & Numerical Study of Natural Convection In Engine Block(IJEST)
Professional Affiliations
MEMBERSHIP OF INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY (IJERT)
Awards and Recognitions
Present Responsibilities at MMPOLYTECHNIC
  • Head of Department
  • Robotics Club Coordinator
  • ID cell coordinator
  • NBA criteria 3 Coordinator
  • Training & Placement Officer for 2 years
  • Public Relations committee Co-ordinator
Other Responsibilities
  • RAC
  • Examination
  • Admission Process
  • MSBTE exam Controller,
  • Flying Squad
  • Institute Monitoring Committee member
Mrs. Talnikar Pallavi Anil
Lecturer
Name
Mrs. Talnikar Pallavi Anil
Designation
Lecturer
Department
Automation and Robotics
Email id
talnikarpa@mmpolytechnic.com
Website
Extension No
Qualifications
M.E.(VLSI & Embedded Systems)
Areas of Interest
Electronics & Telecommunication
Academic / Industrial Experience
  • Industrial Experience:
  • Teaching Experience:  12 years 7 Months.
Research
Selected Publications:
  1. Paper published in e-PGcon, 2014 title “Microcontroller controlled optimal battery charging for Rover”
  2. Paper published in International conference on Electrical, electronics & Communication Engg.(ICEECE) title”MPPT Tracker for optimal battery charging with robotic arm”.
  3. Paper published in National conference on Advances in Engg., technology and Applied Sciences(AETAS) title “Solar Tracking Mechanism for optimal battery charging in solar powered rover using microcontroller”
  4. Paper published in ICEECSME title” Optimal Battery charging for solar powered robot with pick and place arm”.
Professional Affiliations
Awards and Recognitions
Present Responsibilities at MMPOLYTECHNIC
  • Sports & Cultural
  • MSBTE Data filling
  • Activity documentation
  • Social Media Drive update (Departmental)
  • Talent Hunt Committee member (Institute Level)
Other Responsibilities
Ms. Hemangi Ravindra Zunjarrao
Lecturer
Name
Ms. Hemangi Ravindra Zunjarrao
Designation
Lecturer
Department
Automation and Robotics
Email id
zunjarraohr@mmpolytechnic.com
Website
Extension No
Qualifications
ME EXTC
Areas of Interest
ELECTRONIC AND TELECOMMUNICATION
Academic / Industrial Experience
  • Industrial Experience: 0 yrs
  • Teaching Experience:  5.5 years
Research
Selected Publications:
  1. Remote Sensing Image Classification using Artificial Neural Network and SVD.
  2. Remote Sensing Image Classification using Artificial Neural Network based BP and RBF.
Professional Affiliations
Awards and Recognitions
Present Responsibilities at MMPOLYTECHNIC
  1. Online Certification (Automation & Robotics Department)
  2. Activity Documentation (Automation & Robotics Department)
  3. Project Coordination (Automation & Robotics Department)
  4. Online Certification (Institute)
  5. Activity Documentation (Institute)
  6. Admission Work(Talent Hunt)
Other Responsibilities
Ms. Ashwini Prakash Engle
Lecturer

 

Name
Ms. Ashwini Prakash Engle
Designation
Lecturer
Department
Automation and Robotics
Email id
engleap@mmpolytechnic.com
Website
Extension No
Qualifications
M. Tech (Digital Communication), B.E. (E &TC)
Areas of Interest
Communication, Electronics
Academic / Industrial Experience
  • Industrial Experience: 0 yrs
  • Teaching Experience:  07 years
Research
Selected Publications:
  1. Remote Sensing Image Classification using Artificial Neural Network and SVD.
  2. Remote Sensing Image Classification using Artificial Neural Network based BP and RBF.
Professional Affiliations
Awards and Recognitions
Present Responsibilities at MMPOLYTECHNIC
  1. News publication
  2. Co-curricular Activities
Other Responsibilities