Bachelor of Engineering

Engineering Education Mechanical Engineering

Are you looking for a degree course that really makes a difference? With a degree in Mechanical Engineering Education, you will demonstrate initiative and responsibility. This degree course will take you into industry or into the state education service.

Engineering Education Mechanical Engineering

Engineering Education Mechanical Engineering Bachelor's degree

Mechanical engineering
Zittau
Bachelor of Engineering
7 semesters
Winter semester
NC-free

About the degree program

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Are you passionate about technology and enjoy sharing your experience and know-how with others? Then this degree course is for you! Studying to become an engineering educator opens up two career opportunities for you. We combine engineering subjects with educational science content to prepare you for the future. With our degree in your pocket, you have the choice of going into business (industry, free education market) or into the state school service via a follow-up course at TU Dresden.

Learning to teach. Develop new technologies. Gain professional experience and make an active contribution to tackling the climate crisis. This is what the Mechanical Engineering Pedagogy degree program at the HSZG makes possible. Through a clever combination of subjects from the fields of mechanical engineering (60%) with subjects from educational science and didactics (20%), you will be able to teach complex technical contexts. During the course of your studies, you can choose to specialize in either economics or electrical engineering. The proportion of subjects from the specializations in the degree course is 20%. Several internships are planned for in-depth study and practical application. These practical phases are completed in vocational schools. The university will provide you with intensive support in your search for an internship.

As a graduate of the Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Pedagogy, you have the opportunity to continue your studies on the Teaching at Vocational Schools course at TU Dresden. This will qualify you as a teacher for the state school service. A large part of your academic achievements from the Bachelor's degree course will be recognized.

"You will be a role model, because you know what it means to create great things! And you will teach all this to others!"

Does that sound good to you? Then enter the exciting, future-shaping world of engineering education in mechanical engineering. We invite you to take a look at our inspiring video and be part of the change.

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Our promise to you

What you can look forward to

We have plenty of affordable living space: apartments in halls of residence, your own apartment, shared apartments - everything is possible here.

If you would like to go abroad during your studies, we make it possible. What's more, two other countries are just a stone's throw away from our campus. A quick trip abroad is part of our everyday life.

The HSZG plants a tree for every student. If you want, you can even do it yourself.

Here you study at eye level - not just with your fellow students. Thanks to small student groups, our teaching staff will respond to you individually. Recreation, mountains, lakes, two cities rich in cultural diversity and right in the middle of it all is the HSZG.

There's no shortage of partying here: flat share party, festival, record session, studio club. The only challenge you'll face is making up your mind.

Apart from the fact that our region is perfect for outdoor sports, our university sports department has a lot to offer. From the gym to swimming and table tennis to Zumba, there's something for everyone. And if you want to take a break from sport, we have cool sports camps for you.

Career opportunities

Career areas where you can get started

Two people working on a system with control elements in their hands i

Free economy

As a graduate, you will work in the private sector in education and training, sales or science communication. You will conduct user consultations and training courses and develop illustrative and teaching materials.

Man and woman in a production hall

Free education market

In the extracurricular education sector, you will work for private education providers in training and further education and will be able to develop didactic methods as well as teaching and learning materials.

A teacher explains something to young people

State education service

With a Bachelor of Engineering in Engineering Pedagogy at TU Dresden, you can choose a further course of study leading to the state examination "Teaching Qualification for Vocational Schools" and thus qualify for the state school service.

Study details

The most important facts at a glance:

Faculty:

Mechanical Engineering
Location: Zittau
Degree: Bachelor of Engineering - professionally qualifying degree
Standard period of study: 7 semesters
ECTS points: 210
Enrollment for: Winter semester
Admission restriction:

Without NC and waiting semester

Accreditation status: in preparation

Course content

Detailed study plan

1st semester
  • Engineering Mathematics I
  • Introduction to engineering pedagogy
  • Physics and fundamentals of electrical engineering         
  • Engineering Mechanics I - Statics  
  • Designing learning environments for vocational education

Specialization or field of study Economics

  • General Business Administration

Specialization or field of study Electrical Engineering

  • Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering - Stationary Processes
2nd semester
  • Block internship A in vocational schools  
  • Engineering Mathematics II               
  • Design I and materials engineering
  • Technical Mechanics II - Strength of Materials (TM II)             
  • Production Engineering I

Specialization or field of study Economics

  • Law

Specialization or field of study Electrical Engineering

  • Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering - Time-dependent processes
3rd semester
  • Machine elements I   
  • Manufacturing equipment             
  • Physical and manufacturing fundamentals of metrology    
  • Vocational field teaching/vocational didactics in metal and machine technology

Specialization or field of study Economics

  • Accounting I (bookkeeping and accounting)
  • Investment and financing

Specialization or field of study Electrical engineering

  • Signals and Systems
  • Fundamentals of computer science
4th semester
  • Introduction to thermodynamics
  • Machine Elements II
  • Work preparation
  • Media education

Specialization or field of study Economics

  • Accounting II (cost accounting and basics of controlling)
  • Vocational teaching/vocational didactics in business and administration

Specialization or field of study Electrical Engineering

  • Sensors/actuators
  • Vocational training/vocational didactics in electrical engineering and information technology
5th semester
  • Fluid mechanics I   
  • Machine investigations       
  • Interdisciplinary skills (compulsory elective modules)
  • Semester-accompanying school practice in metal and machine technology

Specialization or field of study Economics

  • Economics
  • Marketing

Specialization or field of study Electrical Engineering

  • Electrical energy devices
  • IT Security and Data Protection
6th semester
  • Construction II           
  • Drive technology        
  • Fundamentals and methods of empirical research

Specialization or field of study Economics

  • Production and Lean Management

Specialization or field of study Electrical Engineering

  • Fundamentals of electrical transmission systems
7th semester
  • Scientific project        
  • Final module (Bachelor thesis and defense)

FAQ

Maybe you're wondering...

  • What NC do I need to study Mechanical Engineering Education?

    You do not need a specific numerus clausus (NC) to study Mechanical Engineering Education. There is also no strenuous selection process or waiting semester. Instead, we look forward to getting to know you personally. At Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences, we cultivate a family atmosphere and support you throughout your studies. Our professors and teaching staff will support you personally in achieving your individual goals.

  • Can I study engineering education without a high school diploma?

    To be admitted to the course, you need a general or subject-specific higher education entrance qualification or entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences or, in this case, a relevant master craftsman's examination.

    Applicants with a qualification as a technician, business administrator, master craftsman or similar. Completion of advanced vocational training in accordance with §18(3) of the SächsHSG must take part in a counseling interview for general university admission.

    For further studies leading to the state examination at the TU Dresden, you need vocational training or professional experience in the technical field. The professional experience can also be acquired during the course of study through internships in the lecture-free period.

  • How long does it take to study Mechanical Engineering Pedagogy?

    The Bachelor's degree generally takes 3.5 years (7 semesters). If you need more time and semesters for your studies, this is possible.

    1st - 3rd semester: Basic studies
    4th - 6th semester: Specialist studies
    7th semester: Bachelor's thesis

    From the first semester, you can choose between two specializations:

    • 1st specialization: Electrical Engineering
    • 2nd specialization: Economics

     

    Practical phases with creative freedom:

    • Block internship at the end of the 2nd semester
    • Practical school exercises in the 5th semester
    • Scientific project in the 7th semester
    • Bachelor's thesis in the 7th semester

     

    Options according to individual interests:

    • Fundamental studies in the 5th semester
    • Compulsory elective modules in semester 6
  • In which city do I study mechanical engineering education?

    You will study Mechanical Engineering Education in Zittau

    Mountains, lakes, two cities rich in culture and diversity and a forward-looking, research-oriented university of applied sciences right in the middle. Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences is as diverse as the Upper Lusatia region. Embedded in a unique landscape, the HSZG offers you space to think, let off steam and experiment. Whether it's student life, your first steps in research or direct cooperation with companies in the region - there are numerous opportunities to develop and grow. Not forgetting the direct proximity to Poland and the Czech Republic - we are in the heart of Europe! The short distances between campus, home, leisure activities and our neighboring countries will amaze you.

    You can find more information about our locations here:  Zittauand Görlitz - You've come to the right place!

  • How is the Mechanical Engineering Education course structured?

    The curriculum is designed in such a way that the modules build on each other, thus ensuring the best possible transfer of knowledge. This has the additional advantage that you don't have to worry about getting through your studies in a meaningful and successful way.

Are you still unsure? Ask us your questions!

Podcast episode on the degree program

Interview with Professor Bernd Bellair and Professor Markus Fulland.

Photo: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Bernd Bellair
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
Department of 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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