Master’s Semester Programme in Mechanical Engineering, spring

This course introduces the field of mechatronics, the intersection of mechanics and electronics. 

The course brings together control systems, electronic systems, mechanical systems, and computer science. Example applications are taken from different industries, with particular focus on systems in which all of these disciplines closely interact.

You will learn how contemporary challenges, such as climate crises, cybersecurity, demographic changes and others may affect their design choices. 

You will also learn how mechatronics can contribute to more sustainable production processes by reducing energy consumption and improving productivity, as well as making industrial processes safer.

This course takes a hands-on approach with extensive laboratory work, where you will also learn about research ethics and academic writing.

Teaching Methods

Lectures and group laboratory exercises.

Course description

For more information about this course, and the latest version of the course description, take a look at the course description for MECH4102 Advanced materials (student.oslomet.no).

Exam and assessment

The exam consisting of two parts:

• Part one: A project report in groups of 2-4 people, this report counts 80 % of the final grade.
• Part two: An individual oral presentation, the presentation counts for 20% of the final grade.

This course covers the fundamentals of the Finite Element method and moves on to include advanced topics on the subject. It focuses on displacement-based isoparametric formulation of elements for an arbitrary discretized geometries in n-dimensional space.

The course encompasses enough material for analysts and designers but also allows those keen on conducting research in the field to become aware of the methods and obstacles. 

As a numerical method, it may only be understood when it is used, therefore both Python coding and commercial software (ABAQUS) are treated as tools and several assignments, an individual project, and a group project are defined to ensure the knowledge learnt may be put into practice.

Teaching methods

Physical classroom lectures, individual exercises, and tutorials. Problem solving sessions with guided questions ranked from simple to difficult. 

Peer-learning though group formation and allowing students to learn from each other while doing the project related tasks.

Course description

For more information about this course, and the latest version of the course description, take a look at the course description for MECH4103 Finite element method (student.oslomet.no).

Exam and assessment

The exam consists of two parts: One individual and one group project.

• Part one: Individual project report, which counts 40 percent of the final grade.
  Individual project includes developing a Python code for a medium sized structural system and solving for the response.
• Part two: Group project report, 3-5 students per group, which counts 60 percent of the final grade. The project includes simulating a sophisticated system subjected to static, dynamic, or thermal loads using the commercial software ABAQUS and interpreting the results.

In this course you will apply knowledge you acquired from the course "Introduction to Mechatronics" to engage in a hands-on, practical project. The focus will be on developing and testing a mechatronics system/device prototype.

The project encompasses a comprehensive range of elements of the mechatronics system, including elements of mechanical and electronic design, sensor and actuator, signal processing, communication, control system, modelling and simulation, and considerations for safety and ethics.

This course aims to provide you with a practical and holistic understanding of mechatronics technology by exploring its diverse applications in real-world scenarios.

Teaching methods

Theory lectures, tutorials, practical training, and project work in groups. 

You work in a group of 3-5 people on a given project scenario while attending theoretical lectures on relevant specialized subjects. 

The course gives practical guidance on how to apply fundamental concepts of mechatronics through lectures on the underlying theoretical aspects, in combination with exercises.

Course description

For more information about this course, and the latest version of the course description, take a look at the course description for MECH4202 Practical Mechatronics (student.oslomet.no).

Exam and assessment

The exam consist of two parts:

1. Group project report in the form of an academic paper, 2-5 students per group , counting 50 percent. The report must follow the guidelines and template of the IEEE conference proceedings template.
2. A final presentation that is divided in two parts: The project practical demonstration and individual presentation account for 50 percent of the course, 1. where the group presentation is 30 % 2. the individual presentation is 20 percent.

The master's thesis is an independent research project where you employ the knowledge, skills, and competence you have acquired during the study program.

You will have access to advanced simulation software, programming software and laboratory to perform analyses and to conduct experiments.

You must choose a topic that will be highlighted through systematic use of qualitative and/or quantitative methodologies. The research question can be of either theoretical or empirical nature.

Teaching methods

The master’s thesis is an independent research project with supervision. 

The students will be offered a minimum of 30 hours of individual supervision. This supervision helps students to acquire the necessary knowledge and assures the quality of the collection and processing of data and their compliance with research ethics.

Course description

For more information about this course, and the latest version of the course description, take a look at the course description for MECH5900 Master thesis (student.oslomet.no).

Exam and assessment

The scope of a master's thesis is normally 30-80 pages. This report counts 70 percent of the final grade.

The scope is discussed and agreed in more detail with the supervisor.

Individual oral presentations will be given during the defense of the thesis. This will be followed by an oral examination with examiners. This presentation counts for 30 percent of the final grade.