Introduction to Innovation and Design Engineering at Bachelor level

Education facts

Code: MSGA25

The course is focused on a group-based product development or product analysis project, where other acquired knowledge is used. The course covers the following: Innovation and Design - A group-based development project presented orally and in writing. - Lectures on product and design processes. - Design exercises. - Literature studies. Mechanical Engineering basics - Introduction to mechanical engineering topics such as mechanics, solid mechanics, materials technology, and machine elements. - Introduction to and use of a 3D CAD tool, as well as basics of reading technical drawings. Professional role - Sustainable development and ethics from the perspective of an engineers professional role. - Basics of commonly used digital tools for word processing, spreadsheet calculations, data handling, and presentations. - Presentation techniques and report writing. - Workplace visits and meetings with practicing engineers. Study techniques - Basics of study techniques for academic study. - Fundamental group dynamics and project methodology. - Overview of study administration systems and collaboration platforms.

Entry requirements

General admission requirements plus upper secondary level Physics 2, Chemistry 1, and Mathematics 3c/D, or equivalent

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Introduction to Innovation and Design Engineering at Bachelor level

  Karlstad University

  Karlstad

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 8 November 2026

  Pace of study: 50 %