Academics & Administration

This section is intended to provide interested applicants and enrolled master students with important information about academics as for example the course's structure as well as rules and regulations in academic matters.

Course Structure - Study branch: Conception of Machines

Compulsory Courses
Semester 1	Semester 2	Semester 3	Semester 4
Numerical Methods in Mechanical Engineering	Continuum Mechanics	Computational Fluid Dynamics I & II	Industrial Internship (9 weeks)
Advanced Finite Element Methods for Engineers	Multibody Dynamics	Simulation of Discrete Event Systems	Master Thesis
Advanced Software Engineering	Nonlinear Structural Mechanics	Machine Design Process and Practical Application
German Language Course	Failure of Structures and Structural Elements	Mini Thesis
	Computational Fluid Dynamics I & II
Elective Courses
Semester 1	Semester 2	Semester 3	Semester 4
Micro- and Macrosimulation of Casting Processes	Tensor Algebra and Tensor Analysis for Engineering Students II	Modeling, Model Reduction and Simulation in Laser Processing II
Practical Introduction to FEM-Software I	Finite Element Methods in Lightweight Design	Selected Topics of Inelasticity Theory
Mechatronics and Control Techniques for Production Plants	Welding and Joining Technologies
Fundamentals of Light Weight Design	Practical Introduction to FEM-Software II
Tensor Algebra and Tensor Analysis for Engineering Students I	Modeling, Model Reduction and Simulation in Laser Processing I

Last update: 09.10.2018

Course Structure - Study branch: Production of Machines

Compulsory Courses
Semester 1	Semester 2	Semester 3	Semester 4
Numerical Methods in Mechanical Engineering	Continuum Mechanics	Computational Fluid Dynamics I & II	Industriacl Internship (9 weeks)
Advanced Finite Element Methods for Engineers	Multibody Dynamics	Simulation of Discrete Event Systems	Master Thesis
Advanced Software Engineering	Computational Fluid Dynamics I & II	Quality Management
German Language Course		Modelling and Simulation in Manufacturing Technology
		Production Management A
		Mini Thesis
Elective Courses
Semester 1	Semester 2	Semester 3	Semester 4
Micro- and Macrosimulation of Casting Processes	Production Metrology	Modeling, Model Reduction and Simulation in Laser Processing II
Practical Introduction to FEM-Software I	Finite Element Methods in Lightweight Design	Selected Topics of Inelasticity Theory
Mechatronics and Control Techniques for Production Plants	Welding and Joining Technologies
Control Engineering	Practical Introduction to FEM-Software II
Machine Tools	Modeling, Model Reduction and Simulation in Laser Processing I
Manufacturing Technology I	Manufacturing Technology II
Industrial Engineering and Ergonomics	Computational Modelling of Membranes and Shells

Last update: 09.10.2018

Internship

The completion of a 9-week industrial internship is an integral part of the CAME program and designed for students to gain further practical experience in the industry. To prepare for the industrial internship, please read the following information material carefully. It will guide you to prepare for your internship and have it accredited later on:

Explanation of the Internship Completion and Waiver Procedure (PDF)
Internship Guidelines (PDF)
Contact: Internship Office of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
Internship Accreditation

Mini thesis

As part of the CAME curriculum, students have to complete a mini thesis with a workload of 260 hours workload (9 CP). Students use the mini thesis recording sheet to keep track of their project progress. Please note that you need to fill in the German "Erfassungsbogen" (the English version is not valid anymore, but you can use it for your understanding).

Master thesis

The master thesis is the final examination to complete your studies. As a requirement, students need to have completed at least 92 CP in order to register their master thesis. You have a maximum duration of four months to complete your master thesis (minimum duration is 2 months). You need to formally register your master thesis with the master thesis registration sheet. Please note that you need to fill in the German "Erfassungsbogen" (the English version is not valid anymore, but you can use it for your understanding). For further details please see the examination regulations.

Academic Calendar

All RWTH International Academy Master's degree programs starts with the winter semester in early October of each year.

The German academic year is made up of a winter and a summer semester. Lectures are held until the middle of February in the winter semester and until the middle of July in the summer semester. Most exams are held in the lecture-free period (mid February to the end of March/mid July to the end of September).

For more info, check the RWTH Aachen University Academic Calendar.

Winter Semester	1 October	31 March
Exams Winter Semester	mid February	end March
Summer Semester	1 April	30 September
Exams Summer Semester	mid July	end September

Examination Regulations

All courses and examinations at the University are subject to the General Examination Regulation. This legal document together with your course's specific Examination Regulation form the legal basis of any program offered by the University. These important documents determine the scope of your studies and inform about all rules and regulations regarding admission, exams, course structure, master thesis, etc.

You can download the CAME Examination Regulation here.

All matters concerning examinations are dealt with by the ZPA - the Central Examination Office. You can go to the ZPA with questions relating:

the registration process for examinations and deadlines (check the dates and procedure at the beginning of each semester).
the status of your examination registration (check each subject after the examination registration period)
instructions for online withdrawal/ exam cancellation.

Curriculum Changes

Please visit the website of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering for a detailled description of how to change your curriculum.

The curriculum change process encompasses all the steps necessary to receive an amended curriculum from the standard M.Sc. CAME curriculum. This particularly applies to:

Taking modules in an elective field outside of the elective catalogue in order to create an individual academic profile.
Taking modules outside of the course of study in preparation for changing a study course.
Time spent abroad, during which alternative courses are completed.

Counseling and Advice

If you are confronted with a problem, the RWTH International Academy it always happy to help you tackle it. It is our mission to provide support from the beginning as best as we can so that nothing gets in the way of your studies. If you are in need of our support, please get in contact with us.

You might want to take a look here, to find out more if you have general questions with regards to everyday university life.

Graduation

RWTH International Academy's Graduation Ceremony: RWTH International Academy organizes an exclusive ceremony in Spring for all the students who have graduated in the past year. The event will be announced well in advance by email to all students in their last semester.
Yearbook of your Master's Class: Students of the international master's programs will be invited to submit a picture and to send in a short personal statement about their study experience in Aachen for the yearbook. You will be presented with it during the RWTH International Academy's graduation event or upon request.
Alumni Gallery: We would be happy to include your testimonial in our Alumni Gallery. This is a nice way to keep your fellow class members updated and to share your experiences with prospective students.
Graduation Event of the RWTH Aachen University: This ceremony is for students of all disciplines and all degree levels. See the website here.