Mechanical design and energy conversion are the cornerstones of this programme. Mechanical design begins with an idea, which is then shaped into a graphical design and executed into a finished product through a choice of materials, simulation, and production techniques. Energy conversion comprises all aspects of energy efficiency in this process.

About the programme:

Electromechanics sets the world in motion. In this programme, you will  learn to realise and control movements in machines and devices. During lectures and labs, you will learn about the state of the art in the field of hydraulic drives and servomotors, and also how to devise a creative concept and develop it into a usable design in accordance with current standards using powerful calculation software. You can specialise in one of the following options:

• Intelligent Manufacturing - This option introduces you to the latest production techniques, looks at the way production systems operate, and discusses the intrinsic relationship between production and other business processes, especially in the design process. Special attention is paid to the potential of computer-based systems in this context. Moreover, you learn to operate in the area of tension between technology, economics, the environment, and ergonomics.

• Intelligent Mechanics - This option relates to designing, developing, and optimising automated mechanical machines. Supported by a strong background in electricity and mechanics, you dive more deeply into aspects such as advanced design methods, electronic operations, controls, measures and drives, data communication, and visualisation methods.

• Intelligent Mobility - This option deals with the sustainable application of smart mobility solutions. Examples include electric or hybrid cars fitted with intelligent recharging systems, vehicles that notify each other about accidents or traffic jams, and transportation systems that are optimally geared to one another. Intelligent Mobility also involves choosing materials and/or production methods causing the least ecological impact.

• Clinical Engineering - This option focuses on the inspiring domain of medical technology. After being introduced to the world of biomechanics, you rely on your strong background in mechanics and electricity to explore the technology of medical devices. Examples of topics that are discussed are surgical robotics and medical equipment in general.

Programme Master of Electromechanical Engineering Technology:

The master is a multi-purpose programme with 4 main specialisations: intelligent manufacturing, intelligent mechanics, intelligent mobility and clinical engineering. All students will follow the same common part, and will combine this with their preferred specialisation. Students can also take part in an international module with assessment abroad. 

Study abroad:

The Faculty of Engineering Technology has made a radical choice for an international orientation. Discover a wide range of possibilities to spend part of your study programme abroad, to take an internship or a summer school, even up to one year after graduation.

Student profile:

• You are fascinated by science and technology and you want to put your theoretical knowledge into practice.

• You are innovative, creative and entrepreneurial.

• You want to work on innovation and optimisation processes and you want to contribute to the products and processes of the future.

• You want to learn how to optimally use materials to produce reliable components, how to make these components work together in ingenious mechanisms, how to drive these machines energy-efficiently and how to control them into fully automatic smart systems.

• Sustainability, safety and respect for the environment are important values to you.

Career perspectives:

This master’s programme opens up a whole spectrum of professional possibilities. Masters in Engineering Technology are active in the most diverse positions, sectors and professions all over the world. They are the engine of innovation in businesses and society. Depending on their interest, their engineering profile can range from technological expert to company manager.