Mechatronics (B.Sc.)*

The engineering degree course in mechatronics with the profiles robotics, drive technology and medical technology combines interdisciplinary principles and methods of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and computer science. Graduates are qualified to professionally analyze, design, develop and optimize complex technical systems. The course includes a practical semester in a company.

Parallel to your studies, you can also obtain an apprenticeship qualification that matches the content of your studies by taking an external examination at the Chamber of Industry and Commerce.

Mechatronics (B.Sc.)*

Degree: Bachelor of Engineering (B.Sc.)

*in accreditation

Profiles:

• Robotics
• Drive technology
• Medical technology

Students acquire both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to design modern technologies such as robots, drive systems and medical technology solutions. Practical elements such as laboratory work, projects and internships enable students to apply acquired theoretical knowledge in an action-oriented way and at the same time deepen their understanding of scientific concepts and models. The program prepares students for a wide range of career opportunities in industry, particularly in the area of their chosen specialization. It also sets itself apart from programs at other universities by thinking outside the box and providing fundamental insights into the management of technologies, the relationship between technology and society as well as soft skills relevant to the profession (presentation techniques, teamwork, time and self-management). In the final semester, a series of current focus courses are also offered.

After completing the course, students will be able to analyze, evaluate and optimize mechatronic systems with the help of scientific theories, principles and methods. You will be able to design technical solutions efficiently and sustainably in national and international industrial companies, research institutions and development departments.

The main subjects of the course are mathematics, electrical engineering, technical computer science, technical mechanics, followed by materials engineering, design engineering and production engineering, control engineering, microcomputers, measurement technology and signal processing.

Karlshochschule offers three optional profiling options in the Bachelor’s degree course in Mechatronics, varying the structure of the subjects listed:

Robotics

When choosing the Robotics profile, students focus on expanding and deepening the basic mechatronic knowledge and skills they have acquired by developing skills in the design, programming and operation of robot systems. Upon successful completion of the course, they will be familiar with the kinematics and dynamics of robots, the control and regulation of robot systems as well as the modeling and simulation of robot systems, various sensor types and drive types for robots. They will be able to design and program robots and contribute to the further development of robots.

Profile-related subjects of the course are the basics of control and automation technology, as well as an introduction to robotics and a project based on this.

After graduation, there are career opportunities in the development and design of robot systems, in their programming and commissioning, their maintenance, in service and sales as well as in robotics research and development.

Drive technology

By choosing the Drive Technology profile, students acquire the necessary skills to develop, design, control and optimize complex drive systems. This includes the integration of mechanical, electrical and IT components to create efficient and precise motion solutions. Upon successful completion, students are qualified for a wide range of tasks in the development, production and application of drive systems, from electromobility and industrial machinery to energy technology. With good and very good grades, the Mechatronics degree course with the Drive Technology profile offers them the ideal basis for a more in-depth or specialized Master’s degree in Drive Technology.

Profile-related subjects of the course are electrical drive systems, gear technology, hydraulic and pneumatic drives, as well as a drive technology project.

Graduates can work as specialists in the development, optimization and implementation of motion systems in a wide range of industries from the automotive industry and electromobility to mechanical and plant engineering, conveyor technology and logistics, construction and infrastructure, renewable energies and energy technology, robotics and automation. Fields of activity include research and development, technical sales and consulting as well as quality assurance and product testing.

Medical technology

In the Medical Technology profile, the interdisciplinary acquisition of skills is specifically geared towards applications in medical technology. In addition to sound technical knowledge, students also acquire knowledge of medical requirements, standards and regulations, which are essential for the development of safe and effective medical technology products. The special feature of this course profile is the unique combination of technical and medical and healthcare knowledge. In addition to the general mechatronics course, the focus is on the development, integration and maintenance of mechatronic systems for medical use – for medical measurement technology, imaging procedures, robotic assistance systems or diagnostic devices. For students with good and very good grades, the mechatronics course with the medical technology profile offers the ideal basis for a further, in-depth or specialized Master’s degree in medical technology.

Profile-related subjects of the course are an introduction to the healthcare system and medicine, an introduction to medical technology, a medical technology project and the basics of admission procedures.

Graduates are offered career opportunities in research, development, production, service and quality management as well as approval of medical technology, both with manufacturers and healthcare providers, research institutions and supervisory authorities.