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Degree Programme in Automotive and Transportation Engineering: PAUTOS21

Code: PAUTOS21

Degree:
Bachelor of Engineering

Degree title:
Insinööri (AMK), Bachelor of Engineering

Credits:
240 ects

Duration:
4 years (240 cr)

Start semester:
Autumn 2021

Teaching language:
Finnish

Descriptions

The aim is to give the students the necessary skills and capabilities to work in industrial, designing, manufacturing, sales or maintenance functions of the automotive, engine, working machinery and transportation sectors of business. The logistical education covers transportation related planning, organizing, educational and marketing functions. After completing the studies, the students will be able to work successfully within these fields both as employees and as entrepreneurs.

The requirements for today's engineer are extensive, including economical, ecological, social, management and language skills, All the specializations will aim at comprehensive professional growth, not forgetting subjects that train for entrepreneurship.The studies consist of common studies of the University, fundamental studies of the Degree Programme and the chosen specialization, professional studies of the specialization , elective professional studies, freely chosen studies, practical training and engineering thesis.

Working in projects is a vital part of the engineering work. Due to this, projects are also an essential part of the studies. Taking part in the research and development projects, the students will get acquainted with project type of working. Within the projects, the students are solving problems arising from the real working life. This enhances their motivation and increases know-how among both the students and the teachers. Additionally, the students are encouraged to work or to study certain periods in foreign countries during their education.

Choosing a main subject or field of specialization, qualifications

There are three specializations to choose from in the Degree Programme:
1. Automotive engineering
2. After Sales
3. Vehicle Inspection
4. Transportation engineering (logistics)

The specialization Automotive engineering aims at giving the student a comprehensive fundamental understanding, based on physics and mechanics, about the functioning, designing and maintaining of the structures and components used in automobiles. The requirements for the students include to become familiar with appropriate and functional way of designing automotive components, to become familiar with handling properties of the vehicle in different driving situations, and to familiarize him-/herself with economically and ecologically optimized solutions for each particular type of vehicle.

The Vehicle Inspection oriented specialization includes, in addition to regular studies, about 30 credits of extra training in real working life. The experience gained this way helps the student to put his theoretical knowledge into praxis. This specialization is emphasized in maintaining rather than designing vehicles, and the aim is to familiarize the students with the operational functions within the automotive and transportation related business fields. All the students of this specialization will receive the authorization to work as official vehicle inspectors in Finland.

The specialization Transportation engineering (logistics) gives the students, after completing the general studies in logistics, the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the different forms of local and long-distance transportation and with the planning and organizing of delivery functions and freight traffic. The students will gain knowledge about organizing internal logistics, about transportation equipment and formation of transportation costs. The emphasis of the studies is in external logistics, order-delivery control and information systems.

Development

Several educational methods are implemented in the Degree Programme. These include traditional lecturing, educational discussion and debate, group and seminar work, participative teaching methods, research and development work, excursions and homework. The principles of Innovation Pedagogy are implemented. However, the student has to remember that in addition to the support from the university, he or she has to take his/her own responsibility in the implementation of the studies.

Further information

Most course units are assessed by a written exam, while some units are assessed by grades "passed" or "failed". Besides written exams, the teachers are also trained to assess the progress of the students verbally. The purpose of verbal assessment is to give supportive feedback, to create atmosphere that promotes learning and to make the students pay attention to the right things. Additionally, self assessment and peer assessment methods are utilized.

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Code Name Credits (cr) 2021-2022 2022-2023 2023-2024 2024-2025 Autumn 2021 Spring 2022 Autumn 2022 Spring 2023 Autumn 2023 Spring 2024 Autumn 2024 Spring 2025 1. / 2021 2. / 2021 3. / 2022 4. / 2022 5. / 2022 1. / 2022 2. / 2022 3. / 2023 4. / 2023 5. / 2023 1. / 2023 2. / 2023 3. / 2024 4. / 2024 5. / 2024 1. / 2024 2. / 2024 3. / 2025 4. / 2025 5. / 2025
CORE COMPETENCE

(Choose all)

105
PAUTOS21-1001
Introduction to Engineering Studies I

(Choose all)

15 15 15 7.5 7.5
5011142 Mathematics for Engineers 1 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
5011082 Fundamental Structures in Automotive Technology 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
5091085 Information Technology 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
PAUTOS21-1002
Introduction to Engineering Studies II

(Choose all)

15 10 10 5 5
5000BH71 Project Hatchery 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
5011143 Mathematical Exercises I 2 2 2 1 1
5011146 Basics of Engineering Physics 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
1001006 Finnish Language and Communication 3 3 3 1 1 1
PAUTOS21-1003
Fundamental Engineering Skills I

(Choose all)

15 15 15 5 5 5
5011144 Mathematics for Engineers II 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
5011145 Engineering Physics and Research 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
1001004 English Professional Skills, B2 3 3 3 1 1 1
TE00BQ51 Customer Service 2 2 2 0.7 0.7 0.7
PAUTOS21-1004
Fundamental Engineering Skills II

(Choose all)

15 15 15 5 5 5
5011101 Mathematical Exercises II 2 2 2 0.7 0.7 0.7
5011147 Statics 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
TE00BQ19 Basics of Logistics and Purchasing 4 4 4 1.3 1.3 1.3
TE00CB18 Chemistry 2 2 2 0.7 0.7 0.7
TE00CB19 Work Safety 2 2 2 0.7 0.7 0.7
PAUTOS21-1005
Training for Professional Studies I

(Choose all)

15 15 15 7.5 7.5
5011150 Physical Project Works 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
TE00BQ13 Automotive Laboratory Work 3 3 3 1.5 1.5
TE00BQ43 Basics of Tehcnical Drawing 4 4 4 2 2
100115 Swedish for Working Life, Written Communication (replacing compulsory Swedish) 2 2 2 1 1
100114 Swedish for Working Life, Oral Communication (replacing compulsory Swedish) 1 1 1 0.5 0.5
PAUTOS21-1006
Training for Professional Studies II

(Choose all)

15 15 15 7.5 7.5
5011152 Dynamics 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
TE00BQ18 Basics of Business 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
TE00BQ45 Basics of Electrical Engineering 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
PAUTOS21-1007
Applied Engineering Skills I

(Choose all)

15 15 15 5 5 5
KH00BL80 Leadership and Work Community Competence 3 3 3 1 1 1
TE00BL82 Material and Manufacturing Technology 4 4 4 1.3 1.3 1.3
TE00BQ46 Basics of Automotive Electrics 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
TE00CK04 Financial Management 3
COMPLEMENTARY COMPETENCE

(Choose ects: 135)

135
TE00BL66 Innovation Project 10 10 10 3.3 3.3 3.3
PAUTOS21-1026
Vehicle Power Plants

(Choose all)

12 12 12 6 6
TE00BR98 Fuel and Lubrication Technology 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
5011119 Engine Technology and Emission Control 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
5011058 Engine Measurements 2 2 2 1 1
CAR TECHNOLOGY

(Choose all)

3
TE00BZ75 3D CAD 1 3 3 3 1.5 1.5
PAUTOS21-1008
Applied Engineering Skills II

(Choose 15)

15 15 15 5 5 5
5011104 Strength of Materials 2 2 2 0.7 0.7 0.7
5011106 Thermodynamics 3 3 3 1 1 1
5011118 Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
TE00BQ38 Vehicle Suspension and Brake Systems 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
PAUTOS21-1011
After-Sales

(Choose all)

13 15 15 7.5 7.5
5011157 Repair Shop Operations and Laboratory Work 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
TE00BQ47 Automotive Electronics 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
TE00CP77 Vehicle Chassis Technology 3 3 3 1.5 1.5
PAUTOS21-1027
Road Vehicle Design 1

(Choose all)

17 15 15 5 5 5
TE00BQ76 Suspension and Brake Systems Design 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
TE00BZ78 3D CAD 2 2 2 2 0.7 0.7 0.7
TE00CL58 Energy Consumption of Vehicles 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
5011120 Powertrain and Power Needs 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
TRANSPORT

(Choose all)

54
TE00CD44 Heavy-Duty Vehicle Bodywork 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
PAUTOS21-1013
Transport

(Choose ects: 16)

16 12 12 4 4 4
KH00BT75 Transport Planning 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
KH00BS86 Transport Economics 3 3 3 1 1 1
KH00BT76 Transport Technology 3 3 3 1 1 1
KH00BS87 Warehouse Technologies and Material Management 4 4 4 1.3 1.3 1.3
PAUTOS21-1014
Transport and forwarding

(Choose ects: 15)

15 15 15 7.5 7.5
5011163 Modes of Transport 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
KH00CI56 Transport and International Trade 2 2 2 1 1
TE00BQ67 Green Logistics 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
PAUTOS21-1021
Heavy-Duty Vehicle Technology

(Choose (pcs) 15)

15 15 15 5 5 5
5011121 Heavy-Duty Vehicles 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
7010281 Hydraulics and Pneumatics 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
TE00BP39 Powertrain and Power Needs 3 3 3 1 1 1
TE00CB01 Heavy-Duty Vehicle Laboratory Work 3 3 3 1 1 1
PAUTOS21-1028
VEHICLE INSPECTION

(Choose 18)

18
TE00BZ76 Fundamentals of Vehicle Inspection 3 3 3 1.5 1.5
TE00BZ77 Vehicle Inspection Laboratories 2 2 2 1 1
PAUTOS21-1018
Vehicle Inspection- module

(Choose all)

13 13 13 4.3 4.3 4.3
TE00BP70 Periodical Light-Duty Vehicle Inspection 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
TE00BP73 Practical Training of Vehicle Inspection 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
TE00BP39 Powertrain and Power Needs 3 3 3 1 1 1
PAUTOS21-1022
PRACTICAL TRAINING

(Choose all)

30
3101194 Practical Training 10 10 10 3.3 3.3 3.3
5091105 Practical Training 1 10 10 10 3.3 3.3 3.3
5091106 Practical Training 2 10 10 10 3.3 3.3 3.3
PAUTOS21-1023
BACHELOR´S THESIS

(Choose all)

20
3101220 Research Methods and Data Analysis 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
5011001 Thesis 15 15 15 5 5 5
OPTIONAL STUDIES

(Choose ects: 30)

30
1000414 Project 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
1000322 German language 1 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
1000323 German language 2 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
PAUTOS21-1024
Road Vehicle Design 2

(Choose 15)

5 - 15 15 15 7.5 7.5
3101223 Product Development 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
TE00BQ48 Race Car Technology 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
7010317 New Fuels and Drive Systems for Vehicles 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
PAUTOS21-1030
Transport Costs and Responsibilities

(Choose all)

12 13 13 6.5 6.5
5011075 Fuel Consumption of Vehicles 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
5011016 Jurisprudence of automotive engineering and logistics 3 3 3 1.5 1.5
KH00BZ42 Logistics Control and Information 4 4 4 2 2
PAUTOS21-1019
Working LIfe Module

(Choose all)

15 15 15 7.5 7.5
5011068 Work Experience Internship I 7 7 7 3.5 3.5
5011069 Work Experience Internship II 8 8 8 4 4
TE00CM11 Introduction to Automotive Industry 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
TE00CQ40 Testing operations at UTAC Ivalo 5
TE00CT32 Vehicle painting 2
Total 240 70 97 121 62 27 43 40 57 50 71 42 20 13.5 13.5 14.5 14.5 14.5 20 20 19.1 19.1 19.1 25 25 23.9 23.9 23.9 21 21 6.7 6.7 6.7

Due to the timing of optional and elective courses, credit accumulation per semester / academic year may vary.

Professional studies
Modes of Transport
Practical Training
Practical Training
Practical Training 1
Practical Training 2
Bachelor's Thesis
Research Methods and Data Analysis
Thesis
Basic Studies
Mathematics for Engineers 1
Fundamental Structures in Automotive Technology
Mathematical Exercises I
Basics of Engineering Physics
Mathematics for Engineers II
Engineering Physics and Research
Mathematical Exercises II
Statics
Physical Project Works
Dynamics
Strength of Materials
Thermodynamics
Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics
Optional Studies
Hydraulics and Pneumatics
Not grouped
Information Technology
Project Hatchery
Finnish Language and Communication
English Professional Skills, B2
Customer Service
Basics of Logistics and Purchasing
Chemistry
Work Safety
Automotive Laboratory Work
Basics of Tehcnical Drawing
Swedish for Working Life, Written Communication (replacing compulsory Swedish)
Swedish for Working Life, Oral Communication (replacing compulsory Swedish)
Basics of Business
Basics of Electrical Engineering
Leadership and Work Community Competence
Material and Manufacturing Technology
Basics of Automotive Electrics
Financial Management
Innovation Project
Fuel and Lubrication Technology
Engine Technology and Emission Control
Engine Measurements
3D CAD 1
Vehicle Suspension and Brake Systems
Repair Shop Operations and Laboratory Work
Automotive Electronics
Vehicle Chassis Technology
Suspension and Brake Systems Design
3D CAD 2
Energy Consumption of Vehicles
Powertrain and Power Needs
Heavy-Duty Vehicle Bodywork
Transport Planning
Transport Economics
Transport Technology
Warehouse Technologies and Material Management
Transport and International Trade
Green Logistics
Heavy-Duty Vehicles
Powertrain and Power Needs
Heavy-Duty Vehicle Laboratory Work
Fundamentals of Vehicle Inspection
Vehicle Inspection Laboratories
Periodical Light-Duty Vehicle Inspection
Practical Training of Vehicle Inspection
Powertrain and Power Needs
Project
German language 1
German language 2
Product Development
Race Car Technology
New Fuels and Drive Systems for Vehicles
Fuel Consumption of Vehicles
Jurisprudence of automotive engineering and logistics
Logistics Control and Information
Work Experience Internship I
Work Experience Internship II
Introduction to Automotive Industry
Testing operations at UTAC Ivalo
Vehicle painting

Code Name Credits (cr)
CORE COMPETENCE

(Choose all)

105
PAUTOS21-1001
Introduction to Engineering Studies I

(Choose all)

15
5011142 Mathematics for Engineers 1 5
5011082 Fundamental Structures in Automotive Technology 5
5091085 Information Technology 5
PAUTOS21-1002
Introduction to Engineering Studies II

(Choose all)

15
5000BH71 Project Hatchery 5
5011143 Mathematical Exercises I 2
5011146 Basics of Engineering Physics 5
1001006 Finnish Language and Communication 3
PAUTOS21-1003
Fundamental Engineering Skills I

(Choose all)

15
5011144 Mathematics for Engineers II 5
5011145 Engineering Physics and Research 5
1001004 English Professional Skills, B2 3
TE00BQ51 Customer Service 2
PAUTOS21-1004
Fundamental Engineering Skills II

(Choose all)

15
5011101 Mathematical Exercises II 2
5011147 Statics 5
TE00BQ19 Basics of Logistics and Purchasing 4
TE00CB18 Chemistry 2
TE00CB19 Work Safety 2
PAUTOS21-1005
Training for Professional Studies I

(Choose all)

15
5011150 Physical Project Works 5
TE00BQ13 Automotive Laboratory Work 3
TE00BQ43 Basics of Tehcnical Drawing 4
100115 Swedish for Working Life, Written Communication (replacing compulsory Swedish) 2
100114 Swedish for Working Life, Oral Communication (replacing compulsory Swedish) 1
PAUTOS21-1006
Training for Professional Studies II

(Choose all)

15
5011152 Dynamics 5
TE00BQ18 Basics of Business 5
TE00BQ45 Basics of Electrical Engineering 5
PAUTOS21-1007
Applied Engineering Skills I

(Choose all)

15
KH00BL80 Leadership and Work Community Competence 3
TE00BL82 Material and Manufacturing Technology 4
TE00BQ46 Basics of Automotive Electrics 5
TE00CK04 Financial Management 3
COMPLEMENTARY COMPETENCE

(Choose ects: 135)

135
TE00BL66 Innovation Project 10
PAUTOS21-1026
Vehicle Power Plants

(Choose all)

12
TE00BR98 Fuel and Lubrication Technology 5
5011119 Engine Technology and Emission Control 5
5011058 Engine Measurements 2
CAR TECHNOLOGY

(Choose all)

3
TE00BZ75 3D CAD 1 3
PAUTOS21-1008
Applied Engineering Skills II

(Choose 15)

15
5011104 Strength of Materials 2
5011106 Thermodynamics 3
5011118 Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics 5
TE00BQ38 Vehicle Suspension and Brake Systems 5
PAUTOS21-1011
After-Sales

(Choose all)

13
5011157 Repair Shop Operations and Laboratory Work 5
TE00BQ47 Automotive Electronics 5
TE00CP77 Vehicle Chassis Technology 3
PAUTOS21-1027
Road Vehicle Design 1

(Choose all)

17
TE00BQ76 Suspension and Brake Systems Design 5
TE00BZ78 3D CAD 2 2
TE00CL58 Energy Consumption of Vehicles 5
5011120 Powertrain and Power Needs 5
TRANSPORT

(Choose all)

54
TE00CD44 Heavy-Duty Vehicle Bodywork 5
PAUTOS21-1013
Transport

(Choose ects: 16)

16
KH00BT75 Transport Planning 5
KH00BS86 Transport Economics 3
KH00BT76 Transport Technology 3
KH00BS87 Warehouse Technologies and Material Management 4
PAUTOS21-1014
Transport and forwarding

(Choose ects: 15)

15
5011163 Modes of Transport 5
KH00CI56 Transport and International Trade 2
TE00BQ67 Green Logistics 5
PAUTOS21-1021
Heavy-Duty Vehicle Technology

(Choose (pcs) 15)

15
5011121 Heavy-Duty Vehicles 5
7010281 Hydraulics and Pneumatics 5
TE00BP39 Powertrain and Power Needs 3
TE00CB01 Heavy-Duty Vehicle Laboratory Work 3
PAUTOS21-1028
VEHICLE INSPECTION

(Choose 18)

18
TE00BZ76 Fundamentals of Vehicle Inspection 3
TE00BZ77 Vehicle Inspection Laboratories 2
PAUTOS21-1018
Vehicle Inspection- module

(Choose all)

13
TE00BP70 Periodical Light-Duty Vehicle Inspection 5
TE00BP73 Practical Training of Vehicle Inspection 5
TE00BP39 Powertrain and Power Needs 3
PAUTOS21-1022
PRACTICAL TRAINING

(Choose all)

30
3101194 Practical Training 10
5091105 Practical Training 1 10
5091106 Practical Training 2 10
PAUTOS21-1023
BACHELOR´S THESIS

(Choose all)

20
3101220 Research Methods and Data Analysis 5
5011001 Thesis 15
OPTIONAL STUDIES

(Choose ects: 30)

30
1000414 Project 5
1000322 German language 1 5
1000323 German language 2 5
PAUTOS21-1024
Road Vehicle Design 2

(Choose 15)

5 - 15
3101223 Product Development 5
TE00BQ48 Race Car Technology 5
7010317 New Fuels and Drive Systems for Vehicles 5
PAUTOS21-1030
Transport Costs and Responsibilities

(Choose all)

12
5011075 Fuel Consumption of Vehicles 5
5011016 Jurisprudence of automotive engineering and logistics 3
KH00BZ42 Logistics Control and Information 4
PAUTOS21-1019
Working LIfe Module

(Choose all)

15
5011068 Work Experience Internship I 7
5011069 Work Experience Internship II 8
TE00CM11 Introduction to Automotive Industry 5
TE00CQ40 Testing operations at UTAC Ivalo 5
TE00CT32 Vehicle painting 2