Precision Engineering (B.Eng.)
What makes this degree programme special?
- Get started right from the first semester: design, build and test your ideas – for example, in the design competition.
- Experience research up close: be part of real space missions such as REXUS/BEXUS – in cooperation with DLR and ESA.
- Jena – a region of innovation: study and conduct research within a strong network of universities, institutes and high-tech companies.
What is the structure of the programme?
The bachelor's degree in "precision engineering" comprises three years, i.e. six semesters. In the first year, you start with a mix of engineering and basic modules such as technical mechanics and physics. The highlight is the design competition with a live demonstration before the Christmas holidays. By the way: Mathematics is also included, but don't worry. We'll be happy to support you here if you need it.
In the second year, we offer you a variety of modules from modern industry, such as measurement technology, electrical drives and simulation (FEM) - always with a focus on practical relevance and precision engineering. The modules Quality Assurance and Precision Engineering Elements, for example, are part of this.
The third year of study is divided into two parts. In the winter, you are still with us at the university and study topics such as modern production technology and equipment design. You can also choose various modules from a catalogue, such as 3D printing, MATLAB or optical technologies.
In the spring of the third year, you go out into industry. You start with your industrial internship (integrated practical phase) and then work on a development or research topic (Bachelor's thesis). With a little luck and diligence, you will complete your studies in late summer. You present the results of your Bachelor's thesis in a colloquium and then we welcome you as a new member of the circle of engineers, because "Scientists explore what is. Engineers create what has never been!" (Theodore von Karman)
Student projects
Module overview
What are the entry requirements?
- Higher education entrance qualification (Abitur), subject-related higher education entrance qualification or entrance qualification for a university of applied sciences (Fachhochschulreife)
- You don't have a higher education entrance qualification but you have work experience? Find out about studying without High School Diploma.
- Did you complete your school or university education abroad? Please note the admission requirements for studying in Germany.
What career prospects do I have after completing my studies?
Finished your studies. What next? "Precision engineering" is high-precision mechanical engineering. And that's exactly what you're aiming for in your career. Let's take a look at a modern vehicle as an example: the mechanical engineers take care of the engine - you build the laser radar. Hey, but always work as a team! That's important.
You translate signals into precise movements. "Lift the robot gripper by 10 micrometres!" - Your servo motor makes it possible. An optical mirror has to be aligned with super precision. You know how to do it. In short: precision engineering is needed everywhere in modern industry and you are at home in many sectors.
Here is a small selection:
- Mechanical engineering - robotics, automotive, aerospace
- Modern manufacturing - 3D printing, Industry 4.0, laser processing
- Optical industry / photonics industry - cameras, microscopes, light manipulation
- Medical technology - measuring devices, tools, surgical robots
- Research institutes - development and construction of experiments
Professionally, a very broad field is open to you. Your main focus is precision engineering, but you can also have a say in optics, electronics and computer science and find your way around in an interdisciplinary team.
Your career opportunities
Your tasks:
- Design and develop new machine generations in close cooperation with internal experts from other departments.
- Design assemblies and systems according to specifications for series and special machines
- You are responsible for the design and dimensioning of drives and components.
- You carry out hazard analyses and risk assessments
- You develop test set-ups
- You prepare and carry out tests
Your tasks:
- Design and conceptual design of mechanical components, devices and systems with a focus on "Precision Engineering".
- Assembly and production support as well as documentation
Your tasks
- Development of innovative technical products and solutions
- Carrying out tests over the entire life cycle of the products
- Transfer of the developed products to series production
Your tasks:
- The entire range of tasks in mechanical engineering, but with a focus on high-precision systems, i.e. primarily converting signals into movements (actuators) or vice versa (sensors).
Your tasks:
- Integration of various individual technical systems (electronics, mechanics, optics, software) into a complete system - actually, every modern technical product is a "complete system".
- Very interdisciplinary task that requires a real team player
Who should I contact if I have any questions?
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