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Degree Programme in Automotive and Transportation Engineering: PAUTOS23

Code: PAUTOS23

Degree:
Bachelor of Engineering

Degree title:
Insinööri (AMK), Bachelor of Engineering

Credits:
240 ects

Duration:
4 years (240 cr)

Start semester:
Autumn 2023

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) 2023-2024 2024-2025 2025-2026 2026-2027 Autumn 2023 Spring 2024 Autumn 2024 Spring 2025 Autumn 2025 Spring 2026 Autumn 2026 Spring 2027 1. / 2023 2. / 2023 3. / 2024 4. / 2024 5. / 2024 1. / 2024 2. / 2024 3. / 2025 4. / 2025 5. / 2025 1. / 2025 2. / 2025 3. / 2026 4. / 2026 5. / 2026 1. / 2026 2. / 2026 3. / 2027 4. / 2027 5. / 2027
CORE COMPETENCE

(Choose ects: 112)

112
PAUTOS23-1001
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
TE00CK03 Information Technology 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
PAUTOS23-1002
Introduction to Engineering Studies II

(Choose all)

13 15 15 7.5 7.5
TE00CK98 Introduction to Automotive and Transportation engineering 2 2 2 1 1
5000BH71 Project Hatchery 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
TE00CL49 Basics of Business 3 3 3 1.5 1.5
TE00CL47 Engineering Physics 3 3 3 1.5 1.5
PAUTOS23-1003
Fundamental Engineering Skills I

(Choose all)

16 15 15 5 5 5
5011144 Mathematics for Engineers II 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
TE00CL48 Engineering Physics 2 3 3 3 1 1 1
TE00CL50 Physical Research 3 3 3 1 1 1
1001004 English Professional Skills, B2 3 3 3 1 1 1
TE00BQ51 Customer Service 2 2 2 0.7 0.7 0.7
PAUTOS23-1004
Fundamental Engineering Skills II

(Choose all)

11 15 15 5 5 5
5011147 Statics 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
KH00BY85 Workplace Communication 3 3 3 1 1 1
TE00CB18 Chemistry 2 2 2 0.7 0.7 0.7
TE00CL51 Work Safety 1 1 1 0.3 0.3 0.3
PAUTOS23-1005
Training for Professional Studies I

(Choose all)

15 15 15 7.5 7.5
TE00BQ13 Automotive Laboratory Work 3 3 3 1.5 1.5
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
TE00BR47 Basics of Technical Drawing 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
TE00CK05 Physical Project Works 4 4 4 2 2
PAUTOS23-1006
Training for Professional Studies II

(Choose all)

8 11 11 5.5 5.5
TE00CK04 Financial Management 3 3 3 1.5 1.5
TE00BQ45 Basics of Electrical Engineering 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
PAUTOS23-1007
Applied Engineering Skills I

(Choose all)

17 15 15 5 5 5
KH00CJ94 Leadership and Work Community Competence 3 3 3 1 1 1
TE00BQ38 Vehicle Suspension and Brake Systems 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
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
PAUTOS23-1008
Applied Engineering Skills II

(Choose ects: 14)

14
5011119 Engine Technology and Emission Control 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
5011104 Strength of Materials 2 2 2 0.7 0.7 0.7
TE00CS74 Basics of Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics 3 3 3 1 1 1
TE00CL53 Automotive After Sales 4 4 4 1.3 1.3 1.3
COMPLEMENTARY COMPETENCE

(Choose ects: 128)

128
TE00BL66 Innovation Project 10 10 10 3.3 3.3 3.3
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

(Choose ects: 43)

43
PAUTOS23-1009
Automotive Engineering I

(Choose ects: 15)

15 15 15 7.5 7.5
TE00BQ47 Automotive Electronics 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
TE00CP77 Vehicle Chassis Technology 3 3 3 1.5 1.5
5011157 Repair Shop Operations and Laboratory Work 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
PAUTOS23-1010
Automotive Engineering II

(Choose ects: 12)

12 12 12 6 6
5011058 Engine Measurements 2 2 2 1 1
TE00BR98 Fuel and Lubrication Technology 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
5011118 Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
PAUTOS23-1011
Automotive Engineering III

(Choose all)

16 16 16 5.3 5.3 5.3
TE00CL54 Vehicle Suspension and Brake Systems (part 2) 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
TE00CL55 3D CAD 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
TE00CL56 Powertrain 3 3 3 1 1 1
TE00CL59 Electric and Hybrid Vehicles 3 3 3 1 1 1
TRANSPORT TECHNOLOGY

(Choose ects: 63)

63
PAUTOS23-1012
Transport Technology I

(Choose ects: 14)

14 14 14 7 7
TE00BQ19 Basics of Logistics and Purchasing 4 4 4 2 2
5011163 Modes of Transport 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
TE00BQ67 Green Logistics 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
PAUTOS23-1013
Transport Technology II

(Choose ects: 14)

14 14 14 7 7
KH00BZ42 Logistics Control and Information 4 4 4 2 2
TE00BR98 Fuel and Lubrication Technology 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
5011118 Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
PAUTOS23-1014
Transport Technology III

(Choose ects: 14)

14 14 14 4.7 4.7 4.7
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
TE00CL59 Electric and Hybrid Vehicles 3 3 3 1 1 1
PAUTOS23-1015
Automotive and Transport Technology IV

(Choose ects: 20)

20 20 20 10 10
TE00CD44 Heavy-Duty Vehicle Bodywork 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
5011121 Heavy-Duty Vehicles 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
7010281 Hydraulics and Pneumatics 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
TE00BQ75 Specialized Automotive Laboratory Work 1 - 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
OPTIONAL STUDIES

(Choose ects: 30)

30
TE00CK68 Mathematics Refresher Course 3 3 3 1.5 1.5
TE00CN82 Electrical Safety in the Automotive Sector SFS6002 1
3101223 Product Development 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
TE00BQ48 Race Car Technology 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
TE00CL57 Transport Technology Project 1 - 3 3 3 1.5 1.5
TE00CL58 Energy Consumption of Vehicles 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
KH00BS87 Warehouse Technologies and Material Management 4 4 4 1.3 1.3 1.3
1000322 German language 1 5 5 5 1.7 1.7 1.7
1000323 German language 2 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
5011068 Work Experience Internship I 7 7 7 3.5 3.5
5011069 Work Experience Internship II 8 8 8 4 4
1000414 Project 5 5 5 2.5 2.5
PAUTOS23-1016
VEHICLE INSPECTION

(Choose 15)

15
TE00BZ76 Fundamentals of Vehicle Inspection 3 3 3 1.5 1.5
TE00BZ77 Vehicle Inspection Laboratories 2 2 2 1 1
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
PAUTOS23-1017
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
PAUTOS23-1018
BACHELOR´S THESIS

(Choose all)

17
KH00BY70 Basics of Research Methods 2
5011001 Thesis 15 15 15 5 5 5
Total 240 68 73 123 73 31 37 23 50 63 60 58 15 15.5 15.5 12.4 12.4 12.4 11.5 11.5 16.7 16.7 16.7 31.5 31.5 20.1 20.1 20.1 29 29 5 5 5

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

Professional studies
Fundamental Structures in Automotive Technology
Customer Service
Automotive Laboratory Work
Basics of Technical Drawing
Physical Project Works
Financial Management
Basics of Electrical Engineering
Leadership and Work Community Competence
Vehicle Suspension and Brake Systems
Material and Manufacturing Technology
Basics of Automotive Electrics
Engine Technology and Emission Control
Automotive After Sales
Innovation Project
Automotive Electronics
Repair Shop Operations and Laboratory Work
Engine Measurements
Fuel and Lubrication Technology
Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics
Vehicle Suspension and Brake Systems (part 2)
3D CAD
Powertrain
Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
Basics of Logistics and Purchasing
Modes of Transport
Green Logistics
Logistics Control and Information
Fuel and Lubrication Technology
Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics
Transport Planning
Transport Economics
Transport Technology
Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
Heavy-Duty Vehicle Bodywork
Heavy-Duty Vehicles
Hydraulics and Pneumatics
Specialized Automotive Laboratory Work
Warehouse Technologies and Material Management
Fundamentals of Vehicle Inspection
Vehicle Inspection Laboratories
Periodical Light-Duty Vehicle Inspection
Practical Training of Vehicle Inspection
Practical Training
Practical Training
Practical Training 1
Practical Training 2
Bachelor's Thesis
Basics of Research Methods
Thesis
Basic Studies
Mathematics for Engineers 1
Information Technology
Introduction to Automotive and Transportation engineering
Project Hatchery
Basics of Business
Engineering Physics
Mathematics for Engineers II
Engineering Physics 2
Physical Research
English Professional Skills, B2
Customer Service
Statics
Workplace Communication
Chemistry
Work Safety
Swedish for Working Life, Written Communication (replacing compulsory Swedish)
Swedish for Working Life, Oral Communication (replacing compulsory Swedish)
Strength of Materials
Basics of Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics
Optional Studies
Mathematics Refresher Course
Electrical Safety in the Automotive Sector SFS6002
Product Development
Race Car Technology
Transport Technology Project
Energy Consumption of Vehicles
Warehouse Technologies and Material Management
German language 1
German language 2
Work Experience Internship I
Work Experience Internship II
Project
Not grouped
Vehicle Chassis Technology

Code Name Credits (cr)
CORE COMPETENCE

(Choose ects: 112)

112
PAUTOS23-1001
Introduction to Engineering Studies I

(Choose all)

15
5011142 Mathematics for Engineers 1 5
5011082 Fundamental Structures in Automotive Technology 5
TE00CK03 Information Technology 5
PAUTOS23-1002
Introduction to Engineering Studies II

(Choose all)

13
TE00CK98 Introduction to Automotive and Transportation engineering 2
5000BH71 Project Hatchery 5
TE00CL49 Basics of Business 3
TE00CL47 Engineering Physics 3
PAUTOS23-1003
Fundamental Engineering Skills I

(Choose all)

16
5011144 Mathematics for Engineers II 5
TE00CL48 Engineering Physics 2 3
TE00CL50 Physical Research 3
1001004 English Professional Skills, B2 3
TE00BQ51 Customer Service 2
PAUTOS23-1004
Fundamental Engineering Skills II

(Choose all)

11
5011147 Statics 5
KH00BY85 Workplace Communication 3
TE00CB18 Chemistry 2
TE00CL51 Work Safety 1
PAUTOS23-1005
Training for Professional Studies I

(Choose all)

15
TE00BQ13 Automotive Laboratory Work 3
100115 Swedish for Working Life, Written Communication (replacing compulsory Swedish) 2
100114 Swedish for Working Life, Oral Communication (replacing compulsory Swedish) 1
TE00BR47 Basics of Technical Drawing 5
TE00CK05 Physical Project Works 4
PAUTOS23-1006
Training for Professional Studies II

(Choose all)

8
TE00CK04 Financial Management 3
TE00BQ45 Basics of Electrical Engineering 5
PAUTOS23-1007
Applied Engineering Skills I

(Choose all)

17
KH00CJ94 Leadership and Work Community Competence 3
TE00BQ38 Vehicle Suspension and Brake Systems 5
TE00BL82 Material and Manufacturing Technology 4
TE00BQ46 Basics of Automotive Electrics 5
PAUTOS23-1008
Applied Engineering Skills II

(Choose ects: 14)

14
5011119 Engine Technology and Emission Control 5
5011104 Strength of Materials 2
TE00CS74 Basics of Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics 3
TE00CL53 Automotive After Sales 4
COMPLEMENTARY COMPETENCE

(Choose ects: 128)

128
TE00BL66 Innovation Project 10
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

(Choose ects: 43)

43
PAUTOS23-1009
Automotive Engineering I

(Choose ects: 15)

15
TE00BQ47 Automotive Electronics 5
TE00CP77 Vehicle Chassis Technology 3
5011157 Repair Shop Operations and Laboratory Work 5
PAUTOS23-1010
Automotive Engineering II

(Choose ects: 12)

12
5011058 Engine Measurements 2
TE00BR98 Fuel and Lubrication Technology 5
5011118 Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics 5
PAUTOS23-1011
Automotive Engineering III

(Choose all)

16
TE00CL54 Vehicle Suspension and Brake Systems (part 2) 5
TE00CL55 3D CAD 5
TE00CL56 Powertrain 3
TE00CL59 Electric and Hybrid Vehicles 3
TRANSPORT TECHNOLOGY

(Choose ects: 63)

63
PAUTOS23-1012
Transport Technology I

(Choose ects: 14)

14
TE00BQ19 Basics of Logistics and Purchasing 4
5011163 Modes of Transport 5
TE00BQ67 Green Logistics 5
PAUTOS23-1013
Transport Technology II

(Choose ects: 14)

14
KH00BZ42 Logistics Control and Information 4
TE00BR98 Fuel and Lubrication Technology 5
5011118 Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics 5
PAUTOS23-1014
Transport Technology III

(Choose ects: 14)

14
KH00BT75 Transport Planning 5
KH00BS86 Transport Economics 3
KH00BT76 Transport Technology 3
TE00CL59 Electric and Hybrid Vehicles 3
PAUTOS23-1015
Automotive and Transport Technology IV

(Choose ects: 20)

20
TE00CD44 Heavy-Duty Vehicle Bodywork 5
5011121 Heavy-Duty Vehicles 5
7010281 Hydraulics and Pneumatics 5
TE00BQ75 Specialized Automotive Laboratory Work 1 - 5
OPTIONAL STUDIES

(Choose ects: 30)

30
TE00CK68 Mathematics Refresher Course 3
TE00CN82 Electrical Safety in the Automotive Sector SFS6002 1
3101223 Product Development 5
TE00BQ48 Race Car Technology 5
TE00CL57 Transport Technology Project 1 - 3
TE00CL58 Energy Consumption of Vehicles 5
KH00BS87 Warehouse Technologies and Material Management 4
1000322 German language 1 5
1000323 German language 2 5
5011068 Work Experience Internship I 7
5011069 Work Experience Internship II 8
1000414 Project 5
PAUTOS23-1016
VEHICLE INSPECTION

(Choose 15)

15
TE00BZ76 Fundamentals of Vehicle Inspection 3
TE00BZ77 Vehicle Inspection Laboratories 2
TE00BP70 Periodical Light-Duty Vehicle Inspection 5
TE00BP73 Practical Training of Vehicle Inspection 5
PAUTOS23-1017
PRACTICAL TRAINING

(Choose all)

30
3101194 Practical Training 10
5091105 Practical Training 1 10
5091106 Practical Training 2 10
PAUTOS23-1018
BACHELOR´S THESIS

(Choose all)

17
KH00BY70 Basics of Research Methods 2
5011001 Thesis 15