Our Mechatronics Higher Education programme leads to the very interesting and promising profession of Mechatronics Engineer. Mechatronics is a very interesting discipline because it combines three different fields: mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and computer science. Being an expert in only one field is often no longer enough, as products are being manufactured in an increasingly complex manner - using machines that are operated by electronic control systems and are partly or fully automated or computer-controlled. It is much easier and more efficient to design and maintain such systems if they are done by experts who are familiar with all three areas. Often, communication between experts in niche areas is itself difficult because they have different terminology and ideas. This is also why a Mechatronics Technician is very useful for companies, as they have a much greater range of expertise. The Mechatronics Engineer has skills in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, automation, information technology, economics, foreign languages and many other areas. This makes them of great appeal to employers, as they are versatile professionals who are able to design and plan new products functionally and in innovative new ways.
The Mechatronics Higher Education programme is worth 120 (ECTS) credit points. The programme is available as a full-time and part-time programme and extends over a period of two years.
Graduates acquire the professional title of Mechatronics Engineer. The level of professional qualification obtained is 6/1 ("Higher Professional Qualification").
The study year consists of 34 weeks, in year 1 and year 2, comprising 24 weeks of lectures and tutorials at school and 10 weeks of organised practical training with employers in their companies.
Because mechatronics is a very promising field that is constantly evolving.
As a Mechatronics Engineer, you have skills in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, automation, information technology, economics, foreign languages and many other different areas.
Because they are very interesting profiles for employers, as they are well-rounded professionals who are able to design and plan new, functional products.
They are employed in all industries - electrical, mechanical, computer, food, pharmaceutical, chemical, entertainment, automotive, as well as transport, environmental, etc.
In positions related to robotics and process automation, in systems for manufacturing, processing, dosing, packaging, printing, transport, etc.
In addition, they are also employable in the maintenance of process and production technology and in a wide range of customer service occupations.
Anyone can enrol in the Mechatronics Higher Education programme:
- whoever has passed the General Baccalaureate or the Vocational Baccalaureate, or who has completed the corresponding education under the previous regulations, or
- has passed the Master's, Foreman's or Manager's examination, has three years' work experience and has passed a General Education subject examination to the extent required for the Vocational Baccalaureate in Secondary Vocational Education.
The Ljubljana School Centre, in cooperation with the Šiška Secondary School of Engineering, provides excellent facilities for lectures and tutorials, and practical work on projects in well-equipped specialized classrooms and laboratories.
Based on years of cooperation and close ties with the economy, and other institutions, the school enables students to join a wide network of interested employers (companies) for practical training and future employers of the school's graduates.
The second year programme offers a selection of two modules: Robotics and Manufacturing Systems.
Graduates of Vocational Colleges can apply to a wide range of Higher Education institutions, both at home and abroad.
They usually enroll in the second year of their higher education studies, and must pass differentials exams before they can actually enroll, as a condition for admission to their preferred programme.
Entry requirements vary between faculties, so you should consult an Adviser about your study options before enrolling.
Course | Number of hours | Number of credit points |
---|---|---|
Professional Terminology in a Foreign Language | 84 | 6 |
Business Communication and Management | 84 | 6 |
Computer and Information Science | 72 | 5 |
Practical Training | 90 | 3 |
Total | 20 |
Course | Number of hours | Number of credit points |
---|---|---|
Basics of Mechanical Engineering | 66 | 6 |
Basics of Electrical Engineering | 66 | 6 |
Sustainable Development | 48 | 4 |
Practical Training | 120 | 4 |
Total | 20 |
Course | Number of hours | Number of credit points |
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Mechatronics Systems 1 | 90 | 7 |
Measurements | 90 | 7 |
Practical Training | 190 | 6 |
Total | 20 |
Course | Number of hours | Number of credit points |
---|---|---|
Business Economics | 84 | 6 |
Practical Training | 60 | 2 |
Total | 8 |
Module | Number of hours | Number of credit points |
---|---|---|
Mechatronics Systems 2 | 84 | 6 |
Technical Regulations and Design | 72 | 5 |
Communication Technologies and Services | 72 | 5 |
Practical Training | 160 | 5 |
Total | 21 |
Course | Number of hours | Number of credit points |
---|---|---|
Programming in Automation | 72 | 5 |
Technological Processes | 72 | 5 |
Practical Training | 180 | 6 |
Total | 16 |
Module | Number of hours | Number of credit points |
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Robotics Systems 1 | 72 | 5 |
Technological Processes | 72 | 5 |
Practical Training | 180 | 6 |
Total | 16 |
Module | Number of hours | Number of credit points |
---|---|---|
Computer-Aided Technologies | 72 | 5 |
Technological Processes | 72 | 5 |
Practical Training | 180 | 6 |
Total | 16 |
Course | Number of hours | Number of credit points |
---|---|---|
Robotics Systems 1 | 72 | 5 |
Programming in Automation | 72 | 5 |
Computer-Aided Technologies | 72 | 5 |
Development of Software Applications | 72 | 5 |
All students take another elective course and complete their Diploma thesis.
Šolski center Ljubljana
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