Course Description : Actuation systems are a vital part of mechatronic systems. Without them, no system would be able to perform mechanical movements. For example, robotic surgery wouldn't exist without actuation systems. If you don’t put actuation systems in place, the robot wouldn't be able to move its arms to perform surgical operations. The same goes for using robotic systems in manufacturing companies. It is essential for anyone looking to become a specialist in mechatronics to understand how actuation systems work so you can select the suitable actuator for your mechatronics designs correctly. For example, if you are designing a mechatronic system that should move objects at precise angular increments, what type of motor would you go for? Selecting when you only understand the working operation of the various motors out there will help eliminate errors.