Product Development and Production Engineering
Study programme title in Est.
Tootearendus ja tootmistehnika
Study programme title in Engl.
Product Development and Production Engineering
TalTech study programme code
MATM02
MER study programme code
2060
Study programme version code
MATM02/25
Faculty / college
E - School of Engineering
Head of study programme/study programme manager
Martin Eerme
Language of instruction
Estonian
Study level
Master study
ECTS credits
120
Self-paid study programme
no
Nominal study period
4 semesters
Study programme group
Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology
Broad area of study
Engineering, Manufacturing and Construction
Study field
Engineering and engineering trades
Curriculum group
Engineering and engineering trades not elsewhere classified
Granting the right to conduct studies in the study programme group
õppe läbiviimise õigus
Validity date of the right to conduct studies in the study programme group
tähtajatu
No. of the decision granting the right to teach in the study programme group
112
Access conditions
Bachelor degree or education of corresponding qualification in accordance with admission requirements of TalTech.
Study programme aims and objectives
The aim of the curriculum is to prepare specialists with a solid and broad-based basic education in product development, production Engineering and Robotics.

Fulfilling Curricula in required amount provide educational assumptions for continuing education in doctoral studies and further training.
Provide the prerequisite for obtaining the professional degree of Mechanical Engineer. Show more...
Learning outcomes of the study programme
The graduate:
- participates in planning, start-up and implementation
of new product development and/or robotics projects and takes into account the economic efficiency and the market potential of a new product or solution;
- has knowledge about entrepreneurship, ability to analyze the influence of business environment on an enterprise, can compile a business plan, has teamwork experience in developing a business plan and establishing an enterprise;
- can apply IT means for solving complex engineering tasks, involving methods of modelling, simulation and product data analysis;
- knows different methods of design, understands the design process and can select and apply suitable design methodologies;
- can draft the most suitable material and manufacturing technology for a product, can select competent human, as well as technological resources, knows the main principles of production planning and organizing process. Show more...
Graduation requirements
Completion of the curriculum in the required amount, and the successful defence of the graduation paper in conformity with the requirements set by the TalTech Senate.
In order to obtain Cum Laude diploma the graduation paper must be defended for the grade "5" and the weighted average grade must be at least 4,60, where all grades from diploma supplement are taken into account. Show more...
Degrees conferred
Master of Science in Engineering (product development and production engineering)
Study programme version structure :
Module type
total ECTS credits
General studies
12.0
Core studies
18.0
Special studies
54.0
Free choice courses
6.0
Graduation thesis
30.0
Total
120.0
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       MAIN SPECIALITY 1: product development
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         MODULE: General 12.0 ECTS credits (General studies)
      Aims
      The aim of this module is to:
      - provide basic knowledge regarding quality management systems, certification and metrology in companies;

      - provide skills to implement the knowledge above in solving of practical quality assurance problems.

      Depending on choice:
      - to provide a general knowledge of the main aspects of business administration and business planning in the context of external business environment (e.g. political, economic, social, international) in Estonia;
      or
      - learn about IoT concept and specifics for industry and get to know the IoT technologies and system design concepts.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      The Student:
      - is able to discuss the subject and aspects of quality,
      understands the essence of standardization and certification and is able to follow the respective standards and legislation;
      - has an overview of ISO 9000 standard series, knows the most frequent threats and disadvantages related to the implementation of ISO 9000;
      - knows the basic measurement methods and is able of implement these in practical engineering work;
      - is familiar with and able to use the modern measuring equipment.

      Depending on choice:
      - has the general knowledge of and for entrepreneurship as well how to put it into practice, of the main aspects of business administration in the context of external business environment in Estonia;
      or
      - knows IoT concept and specifics for industry;
      - understands the IoT technologies and system design concepts;
      - understands functionality and able to choose proper IoT components;
      - can design, assembly and test simple IoT system.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Quality Management
      EMT0060
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Total: 6.0 ECTS credits
      Elective courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Internet of Things for Industry
      EMT0140
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      2.0
      1.0
      E
      S
      Entrepreneurship and Business Planning
      TMJ3300
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      0.0
      3.0
      E
      SK
      Total: at least 6.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Modelling 18.0 ECTS credits (Core studies)
      Aims
      - to learn computer technologies and tools and attain ability to solve industrial problems with help of simulation packages;

      - overview of optimization methods, knowledge and skills in applied optimization environments;
      - to obtain some skills on use and extension of functionality provided by advanced software packages;
      - to provide a basic understanding of FEM based calculations;
      - to evolve development and implementation skills of industrial automation solutions       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      The student:
      - is able to solve different engineering problems with the help of simulation technologies and systems;

      - has a knowledge in the field of simulation and modelling technologies;
      - has a basic knowledge on optimization methods, software packages and implementation skills;
      - has a basic knowledge of topology optimization (possibilities, software);
      - is abel to calculate deformation of stress and tension values of structures;
      - is acquainted with hardware and software resources of industrial automation.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Industrial Automation and Drives
      EEV5040
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      S
      Modelling and Testing of Products and Processes
      EMT0070
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      K
      Optimization Methods and Artificial Intelligence
      EMT1135
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      S
      Total: 18.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Specific technologies 18.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
      Aims
      To develop the skills of specific technologies of product development process,
      based on nowadays scientific, technical and technological principles.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      - is able to design product according manufacturing technological possibilities;

      - to provide advanced knowledge of engineering materials in field of specific technologies.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Welding technology
      MTT0090
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      1.5
      0.5
      E
      K
      Total: 6.0 ECTS credits
      Elective courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Materials Engineering II
      EMM0010
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      1.0
      1.0
      E
      K
      Computer Aided Manufacturing
      EMT0040
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      S
      Industrial Robotics and Advanced Manufacturing - project
      EMT0120
      6.0
      3.0
      1.5
      1.5
      0.0
      E
      K
      Advanced Manufacturing Planning and Control Systems
      EMT8130
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      2.0
      1.0
      E
      S
      Total: at least 12.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Design I 18.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
      Aims
      - to gain a working knowledge and mindset that allows inducing
      students' capability to use nowadays Engineering Design methodologies for designing complicated equipment with respect of quality, design for manufacturing and assembly, man-machine iteration and environment;
      - to understand the development of engineering design theories, methods and tasks in changing environment.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      The student
      - is able to employ the engineering design methodologies and their computer-aided support systems;

      - is able to use Design Structure Matrixes and design modular products and product families;
      - is able to design for quality, and design for manufacturing and assembly;
      - is capable of integrating engineering design and human centred design.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Engineering Design
      EMT0110
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Engineering Design Project
      EMT0135
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      H
      K
      Design for X
      EMT0220
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      K
      Total: 18.0 ECTS credits
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         MODULE: Design II 18.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
      Aims
      - knowledge and skills in 3D CAD/CAM/FEM/MBS modeling; - develop skills of mechatronic systems.
      Learning outcomes
      - knowledge and skills in CAD techniques, modeling languages and application domains;

      - have basic skills for mechatronic product development.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Mechatronic Systems - Project
      EEV5120
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      4.0
      0.0
      H
      S
      CAD and CAE Systems
      EMT0190
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Production and Smart Devices Integration Practice
      EMT0210
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      S
      Total: 18.0 ECTS credits
    • +
         MODULE: Free choice courses 6.0 ECTS credits (Free choice courses)
      Aims
      Module provides students with a possibility to choose subjects according to interests.
      Learning outcomes
      Knowledge and abilities connected to student special interests.
    • +
         MODULE: Master thesis 30.0 ECTS credits (Graduation thesis)
      Aims
      To give experiences for compiling a complex engineering project
      and skills to apply theoretical knowledge for solving independently technical problems and to present work as a completed set of technical documentation. The topic of the work should be chosen according to further specialization.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      - experience and skills for formulating a complex engineering problems and for compiling a work plan;

      - ability to compile a set of technical documentation (technical drawings incl) for engineering problem solution;
      - ability to apply theoretical knowledge for complex engineering problem analysis and solution synthesis.       Show more...
    • +
         STANDARD STUDY PLAN: Autumn daytime study
      • +
           1st Semester
      • +
           2nd Semester
      • +
           3rd Semester
    • +
         STANDARD STUDY PLAN: Autumn session-based study
      • +
           1st Semester
      • +
           2nd Semester
      • +
           3rd Semester
  • +
       MAIN SPECIALITY 5: shipbuilding (Aalto University)
    • +
         MODULE: Special studies (shipbuilding) 84.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
      Aims
      Learning outcomes
    • +
         MODULE: Free choice courses 6.0 ECTS credits (Free choice courses)
      Aims
      Module provides students with a possibility to choose subjects according to interests.
      Learning outcomes
      Knowledge and abilities connected to student special interests.
    • +
         MODULE: Master thesis 30.0 ECTS credits (Graduation thesis)
      Aims
      To give experiences for compiling a complex engineering project
      and skills to apply theoretical knowledge for solving independently technical problems and to present work as a completed set of technical documentation. The topic of the work should be chosen according to further specialization.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      - experience and skills for formulating a complex engineering problems and for compiling a work plan;

      - ability to compile a set of technical documentation (technical drawings incl) for engineering problem solution;
      - ability to apply theoretical knowledge for complex engineering problem analysis and solution synthesis.       Show more...
    • +
         STANDARD STUDY PLAN: Autumn daytime study
  • +
       MAIN SPECIALITY 7: production engineering and robotics
    • +
         MODULE: General 12.0 ECTS credits (General studies)
      Aims
      The aim of this module is to:
      - provide basic knowledge regarding quality management systems, certification and metrology in companies;

      - provide skills to implement the knowledge above in solving of practical quality assurance problems.

      Depending on choice:
      - to provide a general knowledge of the main aspects of business administration and business planning in the context of external business environment (e.g. political, economic, social, international) in Estonia;
      or
      - learn about IoT concept and specifics for industry and get to know the IoT technologies and system design concepts.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      The Student:
      - is able to discuss the subject and aspects of quality,
      understands the essence of standardization and certification and is able to follow the respective standards and legislation;
      - has an overview of ISO 9000 standard series, knows the most frequent threats and disadvantages related to the implementation of ISO 9000;
      - knows the basic measurement methods and is able of implement these in practical engineering work;
      - is familiar with and able to use the modern measuring equipment.

      Depending on choice:
      - has the general knowledge of and for entrepreneurship as well how to put it into practice, of the main aspects of business administration in the context of external business environment in Estonia;
      or
      - knows IoT concept and specifics for industry;
      - understands the IoT technologies and system design concepts;
      - understands functionality and able to choose proper IoT components;
      - can design, assembly and test simple IoT system.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Quality Management
      EMT0060
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Total: 6.0 ECTS credits
      Elective courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Internet of Things for Industry
      EMT0140
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      2.0
      1.0
      E
      S
      Entrepreneurship and Business Planning
      TMJ3300
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      0.0
      3.0
      E
      SK
      Total: at least 6.0 ECTS credits
    • +
         MODULE: Modelling 18.0 ECTS credits (Core studies)
      Aims
      - to learn computer technologies and tools and attain ability to solve industrial problems with help of simulation packages;

      - overview of optimization methods, knowledge and skills in applied optimization environments;
      - to obtain some skills on use and extension of functionality provided by advanced software packages;
      - to provide a basic understanding of FEM based calculations;
      - to evolve development and implementation skills of industrial automation solutions       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      The student:
      - is able to solve different engineering problems with the help of simulation technologies and systems;

      - has a knowledge in the field of simulation and modelling technologies;
      - has a basic knowledge on optimization methods, software packages and implementation skills;
      - has a basic knowledge of topology optimization (possibilities, software);
      - is abel to calculate deformation of stress and tension values of structures;
      - is acquainted with hardware and software resources of industrial automation.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Industrial Automation and Drives
      EEV5040
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      S
      Modelling and Testing of Products and Processes
      EMT0070
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      K
      Optimization Methods and Artificial Intelligence
      EMT1135
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      S
      Total: 18.0 ECTS credits
    • +
         MODULE: Specific technologies I 18.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
      Aims
      - to give broader knowledge on material strengthening Technologies (heat treatment and surface engineering),
      composite materials and material characterisation methods and their selection;
      - to give overview in field of CIM systems.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      - have extended knowledge of the main reinforced technologies: heat treatment, coating, surface technology, powder metallurgy, reinforcement;

      - have extended knowledge about the effect of the type, shape and proportion of the reinforcing phase on the properties of composite material;
      - can apply CAM Technologies;
      - is able to apply theoretical knowledge on metal shaping processes for solving of engineering tasks in selection and planning of manufacturing process.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Materials Engineering II
      EMM0010
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      1.0
      1.0
      E
      K
      Computer Aided Manufacturing
      EMT0040
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      S
      Metal Shaping Processes
      EMX0010
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      1.0
      1.0
      E
      S
      Total: 18.0 ECTS credits
    • +
         MODULE: Specific technologies II 18.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
      Aims
      - to give knowledge about advanced manufacturing systems and these basic components;

      - to give knowledge about the main components for manufacturing: product - production process - production system: these integration and interaction;
      - to give knowledge about Industry 4.0 and its influence to the company;
      - to give knowledge about basic of industrial robots, their technological capabilities and importance for the industry;
      - to give the practical working experience in Business Management software.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      - have knowledge about the principles of Industry 4.0;
      - have knowledge about the advanced manufacturing and is able to analyze the need for automation;

      - knows the principles of production and the structure of manufacturing systems;
      - can implement ERP systems and how to assess the efficiency of implementation.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Industrial Robotics and Advanced Manufacturing - project
      EMT0120
      6.0
      3.0
      1.5
      1.5
      0.0
      E
      K
      Production and Smart Devices Integration Practice
      EMT0210
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      2.0
      0.0
      E
      S
      Advanced Manufacturing Planning and Control Systems
      EMT8130
      6.0
      4.0
      1.0
      2.0
      1.0
      E
      S
      Total: 18.0 ECTS credits
    • +
         MODULE: Specific technologies III 18.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
      Aims
      To develop the skill of specific technologies of product manufacturing process,
      based on nowadays scientific, technical and technological principles.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      - to provide advanced knowledge of product development technologies;

      - is able to design manufacturing process of product according product design;
      - to provide advanced knowledge of engineering materials in field of specific technologies.       Show more...
      Compulsory courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Welding technology
      MTT0090
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      1.5
      0.5
      E
      K
      Total: 6.0 ECTS credits
      Elective courses:
      Course title
      Course code
      ECTS credits
      Hours per week
      Lectures
      Practices
      Exercises
      E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
      Teaching semester
      Mechatronic Systems - Project
      EEV5120
      6.0
      4.0
      0.0
      4.0
      0.0
      H
      S
      Engineering Design
      EMT0110
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      CAD and CAE Systems
      EMT0190
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      S
      Design for X
      EMT0220
      6.0
      4.0
      2.0
      0.0
      2.0
      E
      K
      Total: at least 12.0 ECTS credits
    • +
         MODULE: Free choice courses 6.0 ECTS credits (Free choice courses)
      Aims
      Module provides students with a possibility to choose subjects according to interests.
      Learning outcomes
      Knowledge and abilities connected to student special interests.
    • +
         MODULE: Master thesis 30.0 ECTS credits (Graduation thesis)
      Aims
      To give experiences for compiling a complex engineering project
      and skills to apply theoretical knowledge for solving independently technical problems and to present work as a completed set of technical documentation. The topic of the work should be chosen according to further specialization.       Show more...
      Learning outcomes
      - experience and skills for formulating a complex engineering problems and for compiling a work plan;

      - ability to compile a set of technical documentation (technical drawings incl) for engineering problem solution;
      - ability to apply theoretical knowledge for complex engineering problem analysis and solution synthesis.       Show more...
    • +
         STANDARD STUDY PLAN: Autumn daytime study
      • +
           1st Semester
      • +
           2nd Semester
      • +
           3rd Semester
    • +
         STANDARD STUDY PLAN: Autumn session-based study
      • +
           1st Semester
      • +
           2nd Semester
      • +
           3rd Semester