Automotive Engineering: Vehicle Design
Code: TXN25S1
- Degree title
- Bachelor of Engineering, BEng
- Credits
- 240 ects
- Duration
- 4 years (240 cr)
- Start semester
- Autumn 2025
- Teaching language
- Finnish
Descriptions
The aim of the degree programme in automotive engineering is to equip students with the skills to work in the automotive technology sector in the design, manufacture and aftermarket of vehicles.
The studies emphasise practical orientation, user-orientation, learning by doing, problem-solving skills, cooperation skills, in-depth knowledge of professional subjects and internationality. The optional courses support multidisciplinarity and ensure that graduates in automotive engineering have a solid and applied understanding of their field.
The programme's specialisation options are
• After-sales
• Vehicle design
• Automotive Electrics
Development
Opetussuunnitelmaa kehitetään työelämäyhteistyössä. Tutkinto-ohjelman neuvottelukunta hyväksyy opetussuunnitelman.
Further information
Heikki Parviainen
lehtori
heikki.parviainen@metropolia.fi
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Objective
Automotive engineering skills are based on electrical engineering, mechanical engineering and vehicle technology.
Upon graduation, the students
• know the basic structures, components and systems of vehicles
• have knowledge of vehicle manufacturing techniques
• understand the dynamic behaviour of a car
• are able to describe and simulate vehicle systems using mathematics
• recognise the role of science in automotive applications
• understand the functioning of the engine
• can perform diagnostics and troubleshooting
• know semiconductor technology and its main components
• know the most common materials and chemicals and their properties of use.
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| Code | Name | Credits (cr) | 2025-2026 | 2026-2027 | 2027-2028 | 2028-2029 | Autumn 2025 | Spring 2026 | Autumn 2026 | Spring 2027 | Autumn 2027 | Spring 2028 | Autumn 2028 | Spring 2029 | 1. / 2025 | 2. / 2025 | 3. / 2026 | 4. / 2026 | 1. / 2026 | 2. / 2026 | 3. / 2027 | 4. / 2027 | 1. / 2027 | 2. / 2027 | 3. / 2028 | 4. / 2028 | 1. / 2028 | 2. / 2028 | 3. / 2029 | 4. / 2029 |
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| TXN25S1-1001 |
Common Studies
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95 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Introductory Studies
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55 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FZ15 | Orientation to the Field and Studies | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FX87 | Basic Studies in Engineering Mathematics | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FY12 | Functions and Differential Calculus | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FX88 | Basic Studies in Engineering Physics | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FX06 | Electromagnetism and Wave Physics | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EW40 | Fundamentals of Chemistry | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FY11 | Application Software and Programming | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FX04 | Engineering Finnish and Communication Skills | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00GA43 | Methodology and Reporting | 2 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FX05 | Engineering English and Communication Skills | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FX08 | Engineering Swedish | 3 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00BP92 | Industrial Business | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Automotive Engineering Projects
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15 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00BQ18 | Introductory Project | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| XX00FV31 | Metropolia Minno 1 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| XX00FV32 | Metropolia Minno 2 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| XX00FV33 | Metropolia Minno 3 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Mechanical engineering
(Choose all ) |
25 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EG02 | Technical Drawing and CAD | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00BV34 | Material Technology and Manufacturing | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FY32 | Statics | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FY35 | Dynamics and Its Applications | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EG24 | Strength of Materials | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TXN25S1-1002 |
Professional Studies
(Choose all ) |
55 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Engine Technology
(Choose all ) |
15 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FX93 | Introduction to Energy Technology | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FX66 | Internal Combustion Engines | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FX67 | Engine Technology Laboratories | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Automotive Technology
(Choose all ) |
40 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EF86 | Basics of Automotive Electrical Systems | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EF88 | Automotive Electrics | 10 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EF89 | Electric and Hybrid Vehicles | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EF90 | Tires and Suspension | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EF92 | Automotive Safety Equipment | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EF93 | Powertrain and Brakes | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FX44 | Automotive Legislation and the Basics of Automated Mobility | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TXN25S1-1003 |
Specialisation studies
(Choose one ) |
30 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Vehicle design
(Choose all ) |
30 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00FY13 | Integral Calculus and Differential Equations | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00BU68 | 3D modelling and CAE | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EF80 | Vehicle Testing and Analysis | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EF81 | Vehicle Modelling and Simulation | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00GF34 | Truck and Bus Technology | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00EG25 | Machine Elements | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TXN25S1-1004 |
Elective Studies
(Choose ects: 10) |
10 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TXN25S1-1005 |
Profile Studies in Working Life Skills
(Choose ects: 5) |
5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TXN25S1-1006 |
Work Placement
(Choose all ) |
30 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00BQ40 | Work Placement 1 | 15 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TX00BQ41 | Work Placement 2 | 15 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TXN25S1-1007 |
Thesis
(Choose ects: 15) |
15 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| XX00EL75 | Planning of the Thesis Work | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| XX00EL76 | Implementation of the Thesis Work | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| XX00EL77 | Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total | 240 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 45 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 15 | 30 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 15 | 15 |
Due to the timing of optional and elective courses, credit accumulation per semester / academic year may vary.
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Ethics
The graduating student adheres to the ethical principles and values of their field of profession, taking the principles of equality and non-discrimination into account. |
| Orientation to the Field and Studies |
| Metropolia Minno 2 |
| Metropolia Minno 3 |
| Work Placement 1 |
| Work Placement 2 |
| Planning of the Thesis Work |
| Implementation of the Thesis Work |
| Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test |
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Proactive development
The graduating student is able to develop solutions that anticipate the future of their own field, applying existing knowledge and research and development methods. |
| Orientation to the Field and Studies |
| Introductory Project |
| Metropolia Minno 1 |
| Metropolia Minno 2 |
| Metropolia Minno 3 |
| Work Placement 1 |
| Work Placement 2 |
| Planning of the Thesis Work |
| Implementation of the Thesis Work |
| Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test |
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Internationality and multiculturalism
The graduating student is able to operate in multicultural and international operating environments and networks. |
| Orientation to the Field and Studies |
| Engineering English and Communication Skills |
| Engineering Swedish |
| Metropolia Minno 2 |
| Metropolia Minno 3 |
| Work Placement 1 |
| Work Placement 2 |
| Planning of the Thesis Work |
| Implementation of the Thesis Work |
| Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test |
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Sustainable development
The graduating student is familiar with the principles of sustainable development, promotes their implementation and acts responsibly as a professional and a member of society. |
| Orientation to the Field and Studies |
| Introductory Project |
| Metropolia Minno 2 |
| Metropolia Minno 3 |
| Introduction to Energy Technology |
| Internal Combustion Engines |
| Engine Technology Laboratories |
| Basics of Automotive Electrical Systems |
| Automotive Electrics |
| Electric and Hybrid Vehicles |
| Tires and Suspension |
| Automotive Safety Equipment |
| Powertrain and Brakes |
| Automotive Legislation and the Basics of Automated Mobility |
| After Sales Processes 1 |
| After Sales Processes 2 |
| After Sales Business 1 |
| After Sales Business 2 |
| Vechicle Inspection, Basics |
| Truck and Bus Technology |
| Vehicle Testing and Analysis |
| Vehicle Modelling and Simulation |
| Truck and Bus Technology |
| Electronics |
| Programming and Embedded Systems |
| Electronics Design |
| Automotive Data Bus Technology and Diagnostics |
| Work Placement 1 |
| Work Placement 2 |
| Planning of the Thesis Work |
| Implementation of the Thesis Work |
| Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test |
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Learning to learn
The graduating student recognises the strengths and development areas of their competence and learning methods, and they utilise the opportunities communities and digitalisation provide in their learning. |
| Orientation to the Field and Studies |
| Basic Studies in Engineering Mathematics |
| Functions and Differential Calculus |
| Basic Studies in Engineering Physics |
| Electromagnetism and Wave Physics |
| Fundamentals of Chemistry |
| Application Software and Programming |
| Engineering Finnish and Communication Skills |
| Methodology and Reporting |
| Engineering English and Communication Skills |
| Engineering Swedish |
| Industrial Business |
| Introductory Project |
| Metropolia Minno 1 |
| Metropolia Minno 2 |
| Metropolia Minno 3 |
| Technical Drawing and CAD |
| Material Technology and Manufacturing |
| Statics |
| Dynamics and Its Applications |
| Strength of Materials |
| Integral Calculus and Differential Equations |
| 3D modelling and CAE |
| Machine Elements |
| Integral Calculus and Differential Equations |
| Automotive Data Bus Technology and Diagnostics |
| Planning of the Thesis Work |
| Implementation of the Thesis Work |
| Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test |
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Operating in a workplace
The graduating student has versatile working life skills and is able to operate in work communities of their field. |
| Orientation to the Field and Studies |
| Metropolia Minno 2 |
| Metropolia Minno 3 |
| Work Placement 1 |
| Work Placement 2 |
| Planning of the Thesis Work |
| Implementation of the Thesis Work |
| Reporting of the Thesis and Maturity Test |
| Not grouped |