Degree Programme in Automotive Electrics

Specific admission requirements

N/A

Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning

The expert teacher of the subject at issue makes a statement of student’s prior learning and the head of the degree programme makes the decision.

Qualification requirements and regulations

240 ECTS credits to be completed according to the curriculum.
See the Degree Regulations of Helsinki Metropolia UAS https://www.metropolia.fi/sites/default/files/documents/Tietoa%20opiskelusta/Ohjeet%20ja%20s%C3%A4%C3%A4nn%C3%B6t/Metropolia-tutkintosaanto-01012023.pdf

Profile of the programme

Studies in Automotive Electrics are based on the combination of automotive engineering, electrics and electronics and machine technology. After graduation, students shall:
- know the basic automotive structures, components and systems
- know the methods of automotive manufacturing technologies
- understand dynamic behaviour of vehicles
- be able to simulate automotive systems using mathematical models
- understand the meaning of natural sciences in automotive applications
- know the functionality of internal combustion engines
- know the differences in automotive battery technology and their applications
- be able to diagnose and trace faults in automotive electrical applications
- know the basics of electrics and electronics including semiconductor components
- have the basic knowledge of material technology
- be able to read and design automotive electric diagrams

Key learning outcomes

Competence in Automotive Electrics (BEng):
Bachelor of Engineering understands the most important structures of car chassis, body, tires, engine and power transmission, understands the meaning of service, masters the environmental effects of traffic, is familiar with the most important applications of electronics and information technology in cars, masters the diagnostics related to car service, knows the sensor technology and can reliably measure technical quantities.
Legislation competence:
Bachelor of Engineering knows the central points of legislation related to the structure of vehicles, traffic and driving, masters the rights and duties of employers and employees, masters the environmental and occupational health and safety legislation, knows the rights and duties of the consumer.

Occupational profiles of graduates with examples

Multidisciplinary expert positions in automotive electrics development, technical trade and professional training.

Access to further studies

Application validity to Master's Degree Programmes.

Examination regulations, assessment and grading

According to Metropolia Degree Regulations. https://www.metropolia.fi/sites/default/files/documents/Tietoa%20opiskelusta/Ohjeet%20ja%20s%C3%A4%C3%A4nn%C3%B6t/Metropolia-tutkintosaanto-01012023.pdf

Graduation requirements

According to Metropolia Degree Regulations.

Mode of study

Studies includes lectures, instructed exercises and laboratory work, learning and project tasks in group or individually, self-study, web based studies and work placement.

Programme director

Pasi Kovanen
firstname.lastname[at}metropolia.fi

Level of qualification

Bachelor's Degree

Workplacement(s) and Work-based Learning

The work placement is during the studies. The studies are based on the working life's needs.

Obligatory or Optional Mobility

Several possibilities to study abroad. https://www.metropolia.fi/fi/metropoliasta/organisaatio-ja-strategia/kansainvalisyys/yhteistyokorkeakoulut/tekniikka