BSc Mechanical Engineering, bachelor

About the Study Programme

Subject:

Technology (Engineering)

Location:

Porsgrunn

Level:

Bachelor

Duration:

3 year(s)

ECTS:

180

Stay abroad:

On application 3 - 12 months

Programme code:

220012

Language of instruction:
Norwegian

Application:

Application form

Read more in the curriculum

• Starting 2008/2009
• Course List
• Starting before 2008/2009

Programme: Engineering Design

Content:

This programme gives a broad introduction to the basics of mechanical engineering, with particular emphasis on the process industry. Computer-based systems are used for calculation and construction methods. Students may choose a supplementary course in general mechanical technology or construction technology, and IT or economics and management.
Year 1
Physics (10 ECTS). Mathematics I (10 ECTS). Engineering Drawing by 3D Computer Aided Design (10 ECTS). Applied Mathematics w/project (10 ECTS). Mechanics I (10 ECTS). Project Methods w/IT (10 ECTS).
Year 2
Chemistry & Environment (10 ECTS). Mechanical Components (10 ECTS). Thermodynamics (5 ECTS). Material Science (10 ECTS). Project Management & Finance (10 ECTS). Controlling, Adjustment & Measuring (10 ECTS). Project M4 w/advanced CAD (10 ECTS).
Year 3
Fluid Mechanics & Dynamics (10 ECTS). Statistics (5 ECTS). FEM (Finite Element Method) (5 ECTS). Project M5/Student Business (10 ECTS). Technical Maintenance (5 ECTS). Main Project (10-15 ECTS). Elective (10-15 ECTS).

Careers / further study:

Mechanical engineering is characterised by a wide range of career possibilities. These include design and construction in the mechanical and chemical-process industries, operation, maintenance, safety and product quality assurance. Students may apply for the Masters Programmes in Energy and Environmental Technology or Process Technology at Telemark University College or at other university colleges or universities in Norway and abroad.