Self-test: Is the Bachelor's degree program in Microtechnology / Medical Technology the right choice for me?

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Microtechnology engineer FH: Job profile and personal requirements

What does the day-to-day work of microtechnology engineers look like?

Microtechnology engineers manage interdisciplinary projects for the development and production of the smallest system components. They are in close contact with customers and development teams and are involved in analyzing customer requirements and developing customer-specific solutions. In the preparatory phase, they carry out feasibility studies, prepare risk analyses and test different concept variants. Once the prototypes have been developed, they are involved in the construction of the test devices or measuring equipment, carry out the tests and evaluate the series of measurements. Together with the production engineers, they optimize the products until they are ready for series production and help to develop cost-effective, low-maintenance and environmentally friendly manufacturing processes and production sequences. The microtechnology engineers are also responsible for the ongoing optimization and improvement of existing products and work closely with suppliers and other development partners.

Job descriptions in job advertisements for microtechnology engineers:

Main tasks Frequency in %
Managing, supervising and monitoring projects. Internal communication and customer contact 30
Responsibility and collaboration in the development, testing, documentation and optimization of products, materials or software 50
Team leadership, support for production, sales, procurement and customer service 20

Depending on the position and activity, other task allocations are possible.

 

Typical requirements in job advertisements:

  • Completed basic technical training
  • Degree in engineering ETH, FH or equivalent in microtechnology, mechatronics, medical technology, systems engineering or microelectronics
  • Experience in the development environment
  • Enthusiastic, determined and proactive personality
  • Good social and communication skills
  • Enjoy working in a project team and with customers
  • Very good knowledge of German and English, knowledge of French is an advantage
  • Reliable and responsible way of working

Question 1:

Do the activities of microtechnology engineers and the personal requirements meet my expectations?

Course description "Microtechnology and Medical Technology Bachelor FH"

The most important key points of the Bachelor's degree program in Microtechnology / Medical Technology are described here:

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Question 2:

Are you generally interested in this course?

Requirements for admission to the Bachelor's degree program:

Admission to the Bachelor's degree program is required:

  • Federal vocational baccalaureate and completed basic training (EFZ) in a profession related to the field of study
  • Or EFZ in an unrelated profession and vocational baccalaureate and at least one year of professional experience in a profession related to the field of study required
  • Or high school diploma and 1 year of professional experience (internship) in a profession related to the field of study

Question 3:

Do I meet the requirements?

Financing your studies and living expenses

The semester fees for the Bachelor's degree course in Microtechnology are approximately CHF 700. An additional CHF 300 per semester is required for teaching materials and other expenses.

Question 4:

Are you able to finance approximately CHF 1,000 per semester plus accommodation and living expenses?

Time and effort for classroom teaching and own learning achievements

The course lasts three years full-time or four years part-time. The time required for classroom teaching, project and group work is 35 to 65 hours per week (the time required depends, among other things, on how much group and project work is completed during the semester or in the semester break).

In the part-time course, the attendance time is approx. 14 lessons per week, spread over two to three weekdays. And in the final semester, the Bachelor's thesis is scheduled for approx. 250 to 300 working hours.

Question 5:

Will I be able to cope with the time and effort required for classroom teaching and project work?

Conclusion

Can I manage this course and graduate?

Microtechnology is one of the engineering degree programs that require a high level of mathematics, physics and scientific thinking. If you have a solid educational background, such as a technical vocational baccalaureate or a baccalaureate in the natural sciences, you should be able to complete the course with the appropriate commitment.

The course comprises six semesters, each lasting 14 weeks. Teaching mainly takes the form of lectures, group lessons, exercises and project work. The course is divided into modules that form a self-contained learning unit lasting one semester and a grade is awarded for each module.

After the first year of study, students receive clear feedback on their level of education in the form of an assessment. Passing this assessment is a prerequisite for admission to the main study program.

The course concludes with a Bachelor's thesis.

Question 6:

Am I confident that I can pass the course, the assessment exams and the Bachelor's thesis?

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