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Mechatronics engineer FH: Job profile and personal requirements

What does the day-to-day work of mechatronics engineers look like?

Mechatronics engineers manage development projects, for example in the fields of electromobility, medical technology, industrial automation or in the production of industrial process controls. Mechatronics engineers master the methods of systems engineering in order to develop and implement complex technical systems in large projects. This involves breaking down and specifying the customer's requirements into individual systems, subsystems, devices and software. And all aspects of the order such as costs, schedule, testing, production and support of all sub-projects are included in the planning and monitored. The mechatronics engineer's own practical tasks include defining manufacturing processes or product specifications, optimizing them according to business aspects and creating process instructions and product documentation. By communicating and coordinating, they ensure that new products and systems can be manufactured using existing production equipment.

Job descriptions in job advertisements for mechatronics engineers:

Main tasks	Frequency in %
Support and management of customer projects, coordination and support of all parties involved, responsibility for costs, deadlines and quality, support acquisition of new customers	40
Creating functional specifications and feasibility studies, supporting developers, coordinating specialist departments, developing software applications	30
Supporting production and assembly, commissioning and services at the customer's premises, managing tests and qualifications, quality assurance	15
Creating and maintaining process instructions and product documentation, managing change projects, training operators, customer service and the sales department	15

Depending on the position and activity, other task allocations are possible.

Frequent requirements in job advertisements:

Completed basic technical training
Engineer FH or ETH in the field of mechatronics, mechanical engineering, systems engineering or process engineering
Proven project management skills
Strong analytical, process-oriented and networked thinking skills
CAD and good programming skills (C++, Matlab, LabView)
Strong negotiating skills, implementation skills, decisiveness
Ability to develop a joint solution for difficult interdisciplinary projects
Business fluent in written and spoken German and English
Willingness to travel internationally

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Question 1:

Do the activities of mechatronics engineers and the personal requirements meet my expectations?

Yes Partially No

2 Target group and skills

Course description "Mechatronics Bachelor FH"

The most important key points of the Bachelor's degree program in Mechatronics are described here:

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Question 2:

Are you generally interested in this course?

Yes Partially No

3 Prerequisites

Requirements for admission to the Bachelor's degree program:

Admission to the Bachelor's degree program is required:

Completed basic technical training with a technical vocational baccalaureate or
Other vocational baccalaureate and professional experience in a technical company or
High school diploma and 1 year of professional experience (internship) in a technical company or
Basic training with EFZ in a field related to the field of study, professional experience after completing the apprenticeship and passing the admission procedure (e.g. entrance examination with preparatory course)

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Question 3:

Do I meet the requirements?

Yes Partially No

4 Learning content

Financing your studies and living expenses

The semester fees for the Bachelor's degree course in Mechatronics are approximately CHF 700. An additional CHF 300 per semester is required for teaching materials and other expenses.

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Question 4:

Are you able to finance approximately CHF 1,000 per semester plus accommodation and living expenses?

Yes Partially No

5 Costs

Time and effort for classroom teaching and own learning achievements

The course lasts three years full-time or four years part-time. The time required for classroom teaching, project and group work is 35 to 65 hours per week (the time required depends, among other things, on how much group and project work is completed during the semester or in the semester break).

In the part-time course, the attendance time is approx. 14 lessons per week, spread over two to three weekdays. And in the final semester, the Bachelor's thesis is scheduled for approx. 250 to 300 working hours.

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Question 5:

Will I be able to cope with the time and effort required for classroom teaching and project work?

Yes Partially No

6 Duration and effort

Conclusion

Can I manage this course and graduate?

Mechatronics is one of the engineering courses that require a high level of mathematics, physics and systematic thinking. If you have a solid educational background, such as a technical vocational baccalaureate or a baccalaureate in the natural sciences, you should be able to complete the course with the appropriate commitment.

The course comprises six semesters, each lasting 14 weeks. Teaching mainly takes the form of lectures, group lessons, exercises and project work. The course is divided into modules that form a self-contained learning unit lasting one semester and a grade is awarded for each module.

After the first year of study, students receive clear feedback on their level of education in the form of an assessment. Passing this assessment is a prerequisite for admission to the main study program.

The course concludes with a Bachelor's thesis.

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Question 6:

Am I confident that I can pass the course, the assessment exams and the Bachelor's thesis?

Yes Partially No

Conclusion:

Before you apply for a Bachelor's degree in mechatronics, you should be convinced that you really enjoy working in engineering and in a complex interdisciplinary environment. You should also be enthusiastic about the content of the course. If you are unsure about these questions, you should consider which other degree courses are also an option for you. You have received several suggestions in the individual evaluations of your answers.

If you do not meet the admission requirements because you have an apprenticeship qualification without a vocational baccalaureate, it is best to find out about your options from one of the providers of vocational baccalaureate courses. You can find some schools at www.ausbildung-weiterbildung.ch under Vocational Baccalaureate. And if a technical vocational baccalaureate is not possible with your profession, find out about the possibility of an admission course at a university of applied sciences. This may allow you to catch up on the math and technical subjects you have missed.

Financing a degree course is not always easy. Several thousand francs have to be raised over 3-4 years to cover living expenses, tuition fees and possibly accommodation at the place of study. If your private financing options are not sufficient and you are unable to obtain a scholarship, you can also try to obtain educational grants from a foundation. If this is not enough to finance your further education alone, it is sometimes possible to obtain a loan from a private source. Some banks and credit institutions also offer educational loans. A good argument for financing further education is the relatively quick amortization of costs through wage increases. Do the following calculation: How much would a wage increase of 10% per year amount to? How many years would you need to recoup the costs of the course? How much more will you earn over your entire working life as a result of this pay rise? In most cases, this is a six-figure sum, which confirms that training or further education is the best personal investment there is.

Another option would be to choose a part-time version of the course. This allows you to continue working for a living while studying.

The time required to study at a university of applied sciences should not be underestimated. Going out, vacations and spontaneous wellness weekends often fall by the wayside. However, this time usually passes relatively quickly. The prospect of better job opportunities and a higher salary should be motivation enough to get through this time. It often helps to organize yourself into study groups. It also makes sense to stick with it right from the start and schedule fixed study times. Good learning effects can be achieved by creating summaries and mind maps. Flashcard systems help with memorization. There are many tools and ideas to make learning easier. You can obtain the guide "The personal learning strategy" free of charge if you register with a school via Ausbildung-Weiterbildung.ch.

If you have doubts about whether you will pass the final exam, you can expect that every school has an interest in ensuring that as many of your students as possible pass the final exams. Talk to your head teacher or course leader and ask about support options. But with good motivation, perseverance and hard work, it is generally possible to pass these exams. If you suffer from exam anxiety, good preparation, various practical tips, therapeutic treatments or, in severe cases, even medication can help. You can obtain the guide "Overcoming exam anxiety" if you register with a school via Ausbildung-Weiterbildung.ch. Here you will also findsuitable providerson the subject of test anxiety.

The benefits of further training are usually measured in terms of a higher salary, more challenging tasks or promotions. This presupposes that you make an effort to change your professional position accordingly and, if necessary, are able to assert your demands. If you have already experienced that this is not always so easy for you, you could also check whether personal job coaching could be of benefit to you in addition to further training.

Now it's up to you to decide. If in doubt, seek personal advice from a school or external advice center. If you order course materials from a school via www.ausbildung-weiterbildung.ch, you will receive a free educational or school consultation worth CHF 150.00 on request.

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We wish you all the best in your professional and private lives and a bright and exciting future!

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Mechatronics engineer FH: Job profile and personal requirements

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Course description "Mechatronics Bachelor FH"

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Requirements for admission to the Bachelor's degree program:

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Financing your studies and living expenses

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Time and effort for classroom teaching and own learning achievements

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Conclusion

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