Construction Engineering

Objective

You will learn about structural engineering and the design of load-bearing structures. You learn the latest design, production and management techniques and how to apply them to practical situations in working life.

Qualification provided by education

You will become a construction engineer with a focus on structural engineering. You can work with constructing new premises, repairing existing structures or project management in Finland and abroad for example in an engineering design office. Your daily tasks can involve structural design, product development or for example supervision in an official capacity.

Structure of studies

In Construction Engineering you focus on structural engineering and the design of load-bearing structures. Understanding of the structures and building information modelling (BIM) skills play an important role. These skills are valued in the field and will help your future career in construction.

You learn about construction technology, structural systems in buildings and how to plan a building project. You get to dive into the mechanics, mathematics, technical drawing and CAD. You also get an understanding of 3D visualisation and the necessary IT skills.

Here at HAMK you learn through practice with actual engineering cases and teamwork. For example, in 2022 new Construction Engineering students began their studies with a team competition on who designed and built the most polished and durable wooden bridge.

During your studies you gain the knowledge needed for future sustainable development solutions in the field. By applying your expertise in material choices, optimization, repairability and circular economy you impact the life cycle and the economical, ecological and social sustainability of construction.

Specialization options

After you complete the core studies that are the base for the expertise as a construction engineer, you can deepen your knowledge with profiling studies. They include topics like concrete structures, structural design and apartment buildings. In addition, you can choose optional studies from any study areas you are interested in.

Your studies include work placement and a thesis. In your work placement you have an opportunity to practise in real-life working environments in companies. In your thesis you research a subject that interests you in analytical and solution-oriented way, often for a company in your own field.

As the degree is implemented in English, you have a chance to upgrade your English communication skills, as well as practice working in multicultural teams already during your studies.