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Mechanical Engineering and Energy Technology study - research - inspire 

At our institute, we offer an inspiring environment in which young talents in the fields of mechanical and energy engineering can learn, research, gain practical experience and develop their passion for technology and innovation. With our open and appreciative culture, we promote motivating and supportive collaboration at the highest level. We contribute to solving global problems and inspire people to actively contribute to a sustainable future.

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Langzeit-Speichertechnologie gewinnt Watt d’Or 2025

Der renommierte Schweizer Energiepreis Watt d’Or des Bundesamts für Energie in der Kategorie Energietechnologien geht an die Sorptionsspeicher-Wärmepumpe SeasOn. Das Projekt wird von Benjamin Fumey und seinem Team vom CC Thermische Energiesysteme und Verfahrenstechnik geleitet.

degree programmes

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Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering

As a mechanical engineer, you are not only proficient in the technical domain. Through your creativity and innovative drive, you influence the successful development of our society and at the same time strengthen Switzerland as a business hub.

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Bachelor in Digital Engineering

Are you interested in innovative tools, enthusiastic about digital products, and can you imagine yourself working in an international environment? The «Digital Engineering» degree programme combines engineering with digital technologies and teaches skills in precisely these disciplines.

Further Education

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CAS Programmes

Our comprehensive CAS programs help you gain a deep understanding of process engineering or develop and operate complex systems. It enables you to take on increasingly challenging tasks in technically leading roles.

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Further Education Courses

Our further education courses in process engineering, energy technology, additive manufacturing, risk management and other areas enable you to acquire specific knowledge while working. Tailor-made company courses are also possible.

Research

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Mechanical Systems

The mission of the Competence Centre Mechanical Systems is the holistic and efficient design of mechanical and mechatronic systems with regard to their conception, design, manufacturing, and application.

Fluid Mechanics and Numerical Methods

Fluid mechanics is omnipresent. The experts at the Fluid Mechanics and Numerical Methods Competence Centre analyse and optimise the flow conditions in a wide variety of products using simulations and experimental tests.

Thermal Energy Systems and Process Engineering

The Competence Centre Thermal Energy Systems and Process Engineering offers its customers practical research as well as individual development and services in the areas of energy, process and environmental engineering.

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Thermal Energy Storage

The Thermal Energy Storage Competence Centre is a leader in research into the storage of heat and cooling energy and the high demands on temperature stability. It characterises, optimises and develops materials, components and systems for building, industrial and energy supply applications.

Services

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Analysis Laboratory

The Thermal Energy Systems and Process Engineering Competence Centre has a wide range of state-of-the-art equipment at its disposal in the analysis laboratory, which allows it to conduct measurement series professionally and provide advice on analysis methods.

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Luci Computer Tomograph

On the Luci computer tomograph, non-destructive cross-sectional images are measured through an object. While the object rotates around a fixed axis, X-ray images are taken in small angular steps. The sectional views allow conclusions about the material and its density.

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Rapid Prototyping

With the 3D printers at the Mechanical Systems Competence Centre, «Rapid Prototyping» becomes a reality: products and devices can be produced faster, ideas can be realised at the touch of a button, and functional samples can be created inexpensively.

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Materials Testing Laboratory

In the materials testing laboratory, the Mechanical Systems Competence Centre tests whether materials can withstand static and dynamic loads on behalf of its customers. Component tests complement calculations and simulations.

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FabLab

Everyone can realise their ideas in the FabLab. The hi-tech workshop offers the most modern machines, and super-FabLab-managers will support the creators in achieving their goals.