MECHATRONICS

Questions and Answers⎥ Curriculum Year 1⎥ Curriculum Year 2

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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.

Why become a Mechatronics Engineer?

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.

  • Where can Mechatronics Engineers be employed?

    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.

  • Admission requirements

    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 Study

    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.

  • Options for further study

    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.

Curriculum Year 1

Communications in Engineering

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

Basics of Mechatronics

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

Mechatronics 1

Course Number of hours Number of credit points
Mechatronics Systems 1 90 7
Measurements 90 7
Practical Training 190 6
Total 20

Curriculum Year 2

Basics of Economics

Course Number of hours Number of credit points
Business Economics 84 6
Practical Training 60 2
Total 8

Mechatronics 2

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

The Mechatronics programme offers a selection of modules to choose from:

Module A: Automation

Course Number of hours Number of credit points
Programming in Automation 72 5
Technological Processes 72 5
Practical Training 180 6
Total 16

or  Module B: Robotics

Module Number of hours Number of credit points
Robotics Systems 1 72 5
Technological Processes 72 5
Practical Training 180 6
Total 16

or  Module C: Production Systems

Module Number of hours Number of credit points
Computer-Aided Technologies 72 5
Technological Processes 72 5
Practical Training 180 6
Total 16

Students also choose an elective course as part of the module.

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.