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Intelligent Mechatronic Systems

Study programme planned for Wintersemester 2025/26

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Intelligent Mechatronic Systems (IMS) combines basic and specialised knowledge from the fields of mechanics, electronics and computer science. Students acquire practical and interdisciplinary competences in mechatronics and an introduction to artificial intelligence. This enables them to understand, design, analyse and improve intelligent mechatronic systems in a team. IMS builds the bridge between Mechatronics and Artificial Intelligence. For this reason, our students learn how to solve technical tasks through an interdisciplinary approach.


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Overview

Degree: Bachelor of Engineering
7 Semester: 210 ECTS
Language: English
Location: Heilbronn TechCampus
Study form: Full-time
Start: Expected Start Winter Semester 2025/26
enrol until: September 22

Content

In the course of your studies you will gain an understanding of the functionality of modern mechatronic and robotic systems while studying bilingual.

The programme is oriented on the components of modern mechatronic systems, i.e sensors, actors, information technology, communication technology and basic AI principles.

During the basic studies you will learn all the necessary basics in the fields of mathematics, computer science, physics, electrical and mechancial engineering. Even though the programme language is English, you have also the opportunity to improve your German language skills with an obligatory intensive German course.

In the advanced study period, students specialize according to their preferences and strengths and further deepen their knowledge in control systems, data science and Industrial Internet of Things.

You will conclude your studies with a Bachelor's thesis, which is often conducted in the strong local, world-wide oriented industry.

With us you will learn in a practical way and make contacts with the industry during your studies.

Career Prospects

Due to the growing automation degree in the industry, the demand for well-qualified engineers for the control of machines, application of industrial robots and the development of new mechatronic systems will increase further.

As the "region of world-market leaders", the Heilbronn-Franken area is proud to provide a highly dynamic and attractive environment with optimal possibilites for your career entry and advancement. Thanks to their broad technical knowledge and wide practical experience, our graduates can choose from many different job opportunities, both in the region and worldwide.

Programme Structure (fully taught in English)

Basic Study

The basic studies contain basic engineering knowledge and also basic knowledge of mechatronics and robotics.

A compulsory German language course is part of the programme.

  • Mathematics

  • Physics (including laboratory practise)

  • Informatics
    -Programming 1
    -Programming 2

  • Electrical Engineering
    -Electrical Engineering and Electronics 1
    -Electrical Engineering and Electronics 2
    -Electrical engineering lab

  • Engineering Mechanics
    -Engineering Mechanics 1
    -Engineering Mechanics 2
    -Engineering Mechanics 3


  • Engineering materials
    -Metals
    -Polymers


  • German Language and Academic Skills
    -German Language & Academic Skills 1
    -German Language and Academic Skills 2

Main Study

The main studies broaden the basic knowledge from the basic studies and teach a broad range of specific subjects. Lectures are complemented by practical exercises in our state-of-the-art laboratories.

Succesful completion of German language course of 1st year is required for main studies.

  • Specialisations and technical electives (lectures and labs)

  • Control systems and metrology
    -Sensors
    -Signals and systems
    -Control technology
    -Control technology lab

  • Mechatronic Engineering
    -Manufacturing Technology
    -Engineering Design
    -Microcontrollers


  • Data Science
    -Computer Aided Design
    -Mechanics of materials
    -Machine elements

  • Introduction to AI


Before the beginning of the 5th semester Proof of German Language Skills must be submitted:

  • DSH -1 (Deutsche Sprachführung für den Hochschulzugang / German Language Examination for Academic Purposes), or
  • TestDAF (Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache / Test in German as a Foreign Language)
  • telc Deutsch B2, or
  • Goethe B2-Certificate


The new knowledge and skills will be applied in the practice semester where all students work independently on engineering tasks in an industrial firm.

  • Practical experience
  • work in an industrial enterprise
  • get to know different specific engineering tasks
  • independent work
  • realistic working conditions
  • networking with experienced engineers
  • salary
  • also possible abroad Ausland

In the last study phase, you have considerable freedom to specialise in certain key topics that you have worked on in your internship. In addition, you can choose from a range of courses in other engineering programmes.
Finally, you will also get an insight into business studies and enhance your social competences.

  • Specialisations and technical electives (lectures and labs)

  • student research project

  • Reinforcement Learning


  • Industrial Internet of Things


  • Interdisciplinary competences
    -Studium generale


The last part of your studies consists of the Bachelor thesis. This will be a project at the university or in cooperation with a company that is planned, organised and implemented independently by each student.

Master's programme: The completion of your bachelor's degree allows you to start your career or, alternatively, to continue your studies in our master's programme.

Doctorate: Upon completion of your Master's degree, you will also have the opportunity to pursue a doctorate within the framework of university cooperations.

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