Diplom-Ingenieur/in (FH)

Mechanical Engineering Diploma

Shape the future - you develop innovative, energy-efficient machines, drive forward sustainable technologies and create smart solutions for a better world.

Zittau
Diplom-Ingenieur/in (FH)
8 semester
NC-Free

About the degree program

The Diplom degree program in Mechanical Engineering prepares you for a fascinating world of technical innovation. You will learn to design, calculate and implement complex machines and systems - always with an eye on efficiency, sustainability and future-oriented technologies. From the initial idea to the finished product, you will develop the ability to find creative solutions to the technical challenges of our time.

Acquire a wide range of skills

On the mechanical engineering degree course, you will acquire in-depth knowledge in these key areas:

  • Design and development of technical systems and components
  • Modern manufacturing technology and optimized production processes
  • Energy-efficient machines and sustainable processes
  • Materials engineering and innovative material applications
  • Simulation, calculation and optimization of mechanical systems
  • Automation technology and digital production methods

You will learn how machines and systems work, how they are optimally designed and how modern production systems work efficiently. The specialization options in engineering design or production technology allow you to deepen your personal interests. The practical course with laboratory experiments, projects and a practical semester not only provides you with theoretical knowledge, but also valuable practical experience. The Diplom thesis in the 8th semester rounds off your studies with a challenging project.

The choice is yours!

Design your studies - In mechanical engineering, you have the choice between:

What is a KIA (sandwich-style) degree course?

Our dual KIA (sandwich-style) degree course (cooperative study with integrated training) is particularly good for those who want to combine theory and practice in their studies. In addition to theoretical knowledge, you will receive practical training and, at the end of your studies, not only a Diplom certificate, but also a skilled worker qualification. This makes you an attractive all-round package for potential employers!

Faculty:Mechanical Engineering
Location:Zittau
Degree:Diplom-Ingenieur/-in (FH)
Standard period of study:8 semesters
ECTS points:240
Teaching language:German
Enrolment for:Winter semester
Application: 1.5. to 30.09.Start of studies: October
Admission restriction:admission-free (without NC) Details
No pre-study internshipto the student advisory service
Accreditation status:certified

Course content

The Diplom degree course in mechanical engineering takes you step by step from basic engineering knowledge to specialized technical knowledge. In the first semesters, the focus is on mathematics, physics, mechanics, thermodynamics and materials engineering - these basics form the foundation for all other technical subjects.

From the fourth semester onwards, you will deepen your knowledge in the core areas of mechanical engineering such as design theory, machine elements and quality management. You will spend the fifth semester as a practical semester in a company, where you will gain your first professional experience and make contacts. In the higher semesters, you can choose between specializing in engineering design or production technology. While engineering design focuses on topics such as structural dynamics and machine design, production engineering focuses on material flow technology, industrial robots and advanced manufacturing processes. Numerous compulsory elective modules also allow you to set your own individual focus.

1st semester
  • Technical Thermodynamics I - Energy Theory
  • Basics of computer science
  • Business Administration
  • Engineering Mathematics I
  • Physics and fundamentals of electrical engineering
  • Engineering Mechanics I - Statics
  • Materials engineering and chemistry
2nd semester
  • Materials engineering and chemistry
  • Manufacturing technology I
  • Engineering Mathematics II
  • Design engineering I
  • Basic practical course in physics, electrical engineering, materials testing
  • Technical Thermodynamics II - Heat Transfer
  • Computer Science II (elective module)
3rd semester
  • Physical and manufacturing technology fundamentals of metrology
  • Machine elements I
  • Fluid mechanics I
  • Technical Mechanics III - Kinematics/Kinetics
  • Technical Thermodynamics III - Process Thermodynamics
4th semester
  • Design theory I
  • Work preparation
  • FEM I and applied mathematics
  • Machine Tools
  • Machine Elements II
  • Design theory II
  • Quality management and quality assurance
5th semester
  • Practical semester
6th semester
  • Control and regulation technology
  • Drive technology
  • Fluid energy machines (elective module)
  • Interdisciplinary skills (compulsory elective modules)
  • Compulsory elective area
    • Project work Structural analysis
    • Joining and assembly technology
    • Fundamentals of polymer technologies
    • Surface technology
    • Process engineering
    • Business law/cost and performance accounting

Specialization or field of study engineering design

  • Machine dynamics
  • Structural Dynamics

Specialization or field of study Production Engineering

  • Material flow technology/industrial robot technology
  • Project seminar
7th semester
  • Applied C-technology
  • Machine testing
  • Production control/industrial management

Specialization or field of study engineering design

  • Component safety/damage diagnosis
  • Machine design
  • Mechanism technology

Specialization or field of study Production Engineering

  • Production metrology
  • Manufacturing technology II
  • Project work manufacturing systems
8th semester
  • Final module (Diplom thesis and defense)

Career opportunities

Professional areas where you can get started

Construction

Construction

You develop innovative machines, plants and technical systems from the initial concept to production readiness. You create digital 3D models, carry out calculations and optimize components in terms of function, weight and costs using modern CAD systems.

Production planning

Production planning

You design efficient production processes and optimize existing production systems. You plan the use of materials, develop automation solutions and ensure smooth processes from raw material processing to the finished product.

Development

Development

You research innovative technical solutions and bring new products to market maturity. You carry out simulations, test prototypes and continuously improve the performance, quality and sustainability of technical systems.

Quality management

Quality management

You ensure compliance with the highest quality standards in production and development. You carry out tests, analyze results and develop measures for the continuous improvement of products and processes.

Technical sales

Technical sales

You advise customers on complex technical products and develop customized solutions for specific requirements. You understand the technical details and can explain them clearly in order to create optimal customer solutions.

Project management

Project management

You manage challenging technical projects from planning to implementation. You coordinate interdisciplinary teams, keep an eye on deadlines and budgets and ensure the successful realization of innovative mechanical engineering projects.

You will find even more opportunities with us in other related degree programs:

Related degree programs

Not sure yet? If you have any questions, please contact our student advisory service. We are at your side when it comes to choosing a course.

Further information
Fachstudienberater
Prof. Dr.-Ing.
Bernd Bellair
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
02763 Zittau
Schwenninger Weg 1
Building Z VII, Room 137
1st floor
+49 3583 612-4852
Allgemeine Studienberatung
Madeleine Pohl
Division Studies and International Affairs
02763 Zittau
Th.-Körner-Allee 16
Building Z I, Room 0.21
First floor
+49 3583 612-3055
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