Vehicle Mechatronics

Faculty

Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science

Version

Version 1 of 15.02.2026.

Module identifier

11M0563

Module level

Master

Language of instruction

German

ECTS credit points and grading

5.0

Module frequency

only summer term

Duration

1 semester

 

 

Brief description

Vehicle technology is one of the main areas of application for mechatronics. Numerous innovative functions in vehicles are implemented using mechatronics. Well-known examples of this are modern braking and steering systems as well as engine control systems. The module looks at the elements of a mechatronic system: Sensors, actuators and the control unit with regulation or control system. A second focus of the module is the development process of a mechatronic system, in particular modeling and simulation. Finally, current driver assistance systems through to autonomous driving are discussed in more detail.

Teaching and learning outcomes

1. Sensors and sensor signals

2. Control of actuators

3. Hardware and software in the vehicle

4. Data buses

5. Regulation and control systems

6. Design of mechatronic systems

7. Modeling and simulation

8. Driver assistance functions up to autonomous driving

Overall workload

The total workload for the module is 150 hours (see also "ECTS credit points and grading").

Teaching and learning methods
Lecturer based learning
Workload hoursType of teachingMedia implementationConcretization
35LecturePresence-
10Laboratory activityPresence-
Lecturer independent learning
Workload hoursType of teachingMedia implementationConcretization
30Preparation/follow-up for course work-
75Creation of examinations-
Graded examination
  • Homework / Assignment
Ungraded exam
  • Field work / Experimental work
Literature

H. Scherf: "Modellbildung uns Simulation dynamischer Systeme", Oldenbourg

R. Isermann: ?Mechatronische Systeme“, Springer-Verlag

D. Schramm, M. Hiller, R. Bardini: "Modellbildung und Simulation der Dynamik von Kraftfahrzeugen"

U. Tietze, C. Schenk: "Halbleiter-Schaltungstechnik", Springer-Verlag

Applicability in study programs

  • Automotive Engineering (Master)
    • Automotive Engineering M.Sc. (01.09.2025)

  • Computer Science
    • Computer Science M.Sc. (01.09.2025)

    Person responsible for the module
    • Lübke, Andreas
    Teachers
    • Lübke, Andreas