Control and Automation Engineering
The Control and Automation Engineering programme at ITU is a four-year undergraduate degree delivered fully in English. This programme teaches students how to design, control and automate mechanical, electrical and computer-based systems used in factories, machines, robotics and industry. In the first years, you learn mathematics, physics and basic engineering fundamentals. Later, you study system dynamics, control theory, automation, robotics, instrumentation and industrial systems design. With both theory and hands-on labs, students gain solid engineering knowledge and practical skills to build and manage automated systems.
By studying at ITU, students benefit from a well-established engineering faculty and modern facilities. The programme balances academic courses, laboratory work and project-based learning. Students also learn how electrical, mechanical and software parts work together in real systems. At the end of the degree, graduates are prepared for work in automation, robotics, manufacturing, industry, or further studies — with a strong, internationally relevant engineering background.
Key information
Key Facts
- Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
- Standard period of study: 8 semesters (4 years)
- Location: Istanbul, Turkey
- Study Type: Undergraduate, full-time, English-medium
- Admission semester: Fall semester only
- Area of study: Control systems, automation, robotics, industrial systems, instrumentation & system design
- Main language: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations of Engineering
- Mathematics I
- Physics I
- Introduction to Control & Automation Engineering
- Basic Circuits & Systems
- Academic English / Skill Course
Semester 2 – Fundamentals & Basic Systems
- Mathematics II
- Physics II
- Basic Electronics / Signal and Systems
- Programming & Data Structures
- Laboratory or Workshop Course
Semester 3 – Core Control & Systems I
- Signals & Systems / System Theory
- Digital & Analog Electronics / Circuit Design
- Mechanical / Electrical Foundations for Automation
- Statistics / Mathematics for Engineers
Semester 4 – Core Control & Automation I
- Control Theory & Feedback Systems
- Instrumentation & Measurement Systems
- Electrical Machines / Power & Electronics Basics
- Elective or Lab Course
Semester 5 – Automation, Robotics & Industry Systems
- Industrial Automation / PLC & Embedded Systems
- Robotics / Mechatronics Basics
- Sensors & Actuators / Instrumentation
- Systems Design Project / Elective
Semester 6 – Advanced Automation & Applied Control
- Systems Integration & Automation Design
- Control Systems for Industry or Manufacturing
- Embedded & Real-time Systems / Software for Automation
- Internship or Project Course
Semester 7 – Projects & Professional Skills
- Automation / Control Systems Project (Team Work)
- Advanced Elective (Robotics, Industrial Systems, Smart Control, etc.)
- Seminar / Research Methods / Technical Writing
- Elective or General Course
Semester 8 – Capstone & Graduation Preparation
- Final Year Project / Automation or Control System Design Project
- Advanced Elective or Specialization Course
- Professional Development / Career Skills Course
- Graduation & Diploma Preparation
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this programme can work as automation engineers, control systems engineers, robotics engineers, industrial systems designers, instrumentation engineers, embedded systems developers, or R&D engineers in manufacturing, technology, robotics or industrial firms. They may join companies in sectors like automotive, production, energy, manufacturing, robotics, building automation or industrial automation. With strong engineering foundations, they are also prepared for advanced studies (MSc/PhD), research careers, or jobs requiring interdisciplinary knowledge in electronics, mechanics and computing.
Why Choose This Program
This programme is a strong choice for students who want to work with modern technologies that control machines, robots and automated systems. You learn how real industrial systems function and how to design solutions that make them faster, safer and more efficient. The courses combine theory, laboratory work and real engineering projects, so you not only understand ideas but also practise them. This gives you confidence in solving practical problems and helps you develop teamwork, communication and analytical thinking skills.
Another important reason to choose this programme is the high demand for control and automation engineers in many fields. Today, almost every industry uses automation — from manufacturing and robotics to energy, transportation, medical devices and smart systems. By the time you graduate, you have both technical knowledge and practical experience, giving you a strong advantage in finding good jobs, joining global projects or moving into advanced engineering research.
Contact Information
Istanbul Technical University – Faculty of Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Ayazağa / Maslak Campus,
Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: +90 212 285 36 00
Email: info@itu.edu.tr
Control and Automation Engineering Department – Programme Office
Istanbul Technical University
Tel: +90 212 285 36 00
Email: control@itu.edu.tr
