Target Group and Admission Requirements

Trade-school education with certificate of competence based on mechanical engineering subjects.

Aim of the Programme

The study programme in mechanical engineering provides a rounded education with options for specialisation in construction technology or process technology. Central subjects are mechanics, machine parts, mechanical drafting with 3-D modelling, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics. For calculations and construction, we will use modern methods using computer-technology.

The mechanical engineer is characterised by an ability to work in many fields. Among possible fields of employment, one might mention design and construction in mechanical enterprises and process industries, operations, maintenance, safety- and product-quality work and sales, purchasing and marketing.

Curriculum and structure

This is a new professional and pedagogically adapted programme where we build upon the student’s background from a trade-school education and letter of professional competence. Insufficient theoretical background in mathematics, physics, Norwegian and English will be compensated for without requiring additional study time, because some elective courses have been removed from the programme. In the mechanical engineering subjects the Y-VEI students will be integrated with those who have previously studied general subjects.

Teaching and Learning Methods

The Bachelor’s study programmes at the Department of Technology are project-oriented, which means that a large proportion of the topics are taught through projects. This pedagogical method gives the students a greater degree of responsibility for their own learning, and experience in problem analysis, information research and problem solving. Each project is carried out by a group of students, often in cooperation with a local business. The group produces a project report which is submitted, presented and defended in an oral examination. Most of the courses last one semester, with periodic tests and a final evaluation/examination.

Students have the opportunity to study abroad during the programme. Telemark University College has exchange agreements with colleges and universities in Belgium, England, France, Italy, China, Nepal, Portugal, Sri-Lanka, Spain, Germany and the USA.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean