Automotive Engineering
Workplacement(s) and Work-based Learning
The work placement is during studies. The studies are based on the working life's needs.
Qualification requirements and regulations
No specific requirements or regulation. See Degree Regulations of Metropolia UAS https://www.metropolia.fi/en/academics/general-information-on-studies/manage-your-studies/academic-information
Access to further studies
Application validity to Master's Degree Programmes.
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.
Profile of the programme
Basics of automotive engineering:
Bachelor of Engineering understands the principles of physics in automotive applications, is familiar with the common chemicals, materials and their properties, is familiar with manufacturing methods, knows the basic structures, components and systems used in vehicles, understands the dynamic behaviour of the car and can describe and simulate it by using mathematics, is familiar with semiconductor technology and most important components.
Occupational profiles of graduates with examples
Expert positions depending on the specialisation option, for example positions on commercial car business, professional training, government administration or car inspection.
Key learning outcomes
Competence in automotive specialities:
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.
Competence in company finances and customer services:
Bachelor of Engineering knows the conditions for profitable business and understands the business idea of an automotive and transport company, understands the meaning of customer service in a service company, can communicate and act in an international organization, knows the fundamentals of leadership and can work as a foreman.
Graduation requirements
According to Metropolia Degree Regulations.
Level of qualification
Bachelor's Degree (First Cycle)
Obligatory or Optional Mobility
Several possibilities to study abroad. http://www.metropolia.fi/tietoa-metropoliasta/kansainvalisyys/yhteistyokorkeakoulut/tekniikka/
Specific admission requirements
Doesn’t exist
Examination regulations, assessment and grading
According to Metropolia Degree Regulations. https://www.metropolia.fi/en/apply/general-information/manage-your-studies/academic-information/
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
Heikki Parviainen
PL 4071
00079 Metropolia
firstname.lastname@metropolia.fi