Bachelor's Degree in Automation and Industrial Electronic Engineering

4 Years On Campus Dual-bachelors Program

Autonomous University of Barcelona

Program Overview

The Bachelor's Degree in Automation and Industrial Electronic Engineering at the Autonomous University of Barcelona (offered through the affiliated Salesian School of Sarrià) equips you with hands-on skills to design, program, and maintain automated systems in a world heading toward Industry 4.0, IoT, smart grids, robotics, and energy-efficient tech. It's perfect for motivated students who love tinkering with electronics, microprocessors, and robots, and want real-world experience through the unique "Engineering by Doing" approach with team projects and company placements.

Curriculum Structure
First Year
You'll build a strong foundation in core sciences and engineering basics, diving into subjects like Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, and Introduction to Business Management to understand the building blocks of automation. In the second semester, courses such as Chemistry, Calculus, Engineering Design Graphics, and Electrical Physics help you grasp how electronic systems interact with real-world materials and forces, setting you up for practical applications right away.

Second Year
Here, things get exciting as you explore industrial processes with Business Organisation, Statistics, Theory of Machines and Mechanisms, and Automation and Industrial Control Methods, learning to analyze data and control systems effectively. The second semester ramps up with Materials Science and Technology, Fundamentals of Thermal and Fluids Engineering, Circuit Theory, Technical Office and Project Management, and Strength of Materials, giving you the tools to design robust electronic and mechanical setups for automation.

Third Year
You'll tackle advanced electronics and systems integration through Automotive Electronics (adapted to industrial contexts), Dynamics and Vibrations, and Industrial Manufacturing Systems, focusing on how automatons and robots function in production. A year-long project in Automotive Engineering Projects (with industrial parallels) ties it together, while subjects like Elasticity and Manufacturing Processes prepare you to innovate in automated environments.

Fourth Year
Cap it off with your Bachelor's Degree Final Project, applying everything to a real challenge, alongside Smart Automotive Subsystems (focusing on intelligent automation) and Electric Motors and Power Electronics for cutting-edge control systems. Optional placements and specialized modules like Industrial Automation or Robotic Systems let you customize toward your career goals, ensuring you're job-ready.

Focus Areas
Core emphases include automation of production processes, electronic and microelectronic devices, microprocessors, electronic instruments, automatons, robots, control of electric machines, and smart systems like Industry 4.0 tech.

Learning Outcomes
Graduates can design, analyze, project, and maintain electronic systems; organize commercial and technical sectors; direct production; and handle instrumentation, automatic control, and robotics—qualifying you as a Technical Industrial Engineer with skills in programming automated systems and energy efficiency.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)
This degree officially attributes the professional competencies of a Technical Industrial Engineer, enabling you to lead projects in structures, mechanical equipment, electrical/electronic installations, industrial facilities, manufacturing, and automation per current regulations.

Reputation (Employability Rankings)
UAB's engineering degrees, including this one, shine in student interest and academic results, mirroring top double degrees with excellent employability in high-demand sectors like automation, robotics, and electronics—part of UAB's proven track record for practical, job-focused training.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), our Bachelor's Degree in Automation and Industrial Electronic Engineering dives deep into hands-on learning right from the start, so you'll build real-world skills in electronics, automation, control systems, and industrial processes using top-notch facilities tied to our engineering departments. You'll tackle practical projects that mirror industry challenges—like designing electrical installations, automation setups, and manufacturing systems—while collaborating in multidisciplinary teams and applying tools from physics, computer science, and quality management to deliver results-focused work. This approach ensures you're not just learning theory but creating engineering solutions ready for the job market.

Here are some standout ways you'll gain experiential learning through program-specific resources and opportunities:
- Access labs and equipment via the Department of Electronic Engineering and Department of Microelectronics and Electronic Systems, where you'll work on circuit theory, electrical machines, power electronics, and automation projects.
- Hands-on research facilities like atomic force microscopes, clean rooms for nanolithography, and anechoic chambers, supporting advanced electronics and systems engineering experiments.
- Group projects emphasizing multidisciplinary teamwork, such as planning industrial engineering initiatives for manufacturing processes, assembly, and automation, with efficient resource management and continuous improvement.
- Practical application of vehicle electronics, intelligent subsystems, and control methods, including structural design and power electronics standards from the automotive sector—directly relevant to industrial automation.
- Opportunities linked to collaborating institutes like the Instituto de Estudios Espaciales de Cataluña (IEEC) and high-energy physics facilities (IFAE), exposing you to real research in electronic systems and telecommunications.

Imagine stepping into a career where you're already ahead—apply today and let's get you building the future of automation!

Progression & Future Opportunities

At the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), our Bachelor's Degree in Automation and Industrial Electronic Engineering dives deep into hands-on learning right from the start, so you'll build real-world skills in electronics, automation, control systems, and industrial processes using top-notch facilities tied directly to the program. You'll work on practical projects that mirror industry challenges, like designing electrical installations, automation setups, and manufacturing systems, all while collaborating in multidisciplinary teams at the affiliated engineering school. This approach ensures you're not just learning theory—you're applying it with tools and resources specific to UAB's Department of Electronic Engineering and Department of Microelectronics and Electronic Systems, gaining proficiency in circuit theory, power electronics, and industrial project management.

Here's how you'll get that experiential edge through program-specific opportunities and facilities:
- Laboratories and research-designated spaces: Access specialized labs in the Department of Electronic Engineering for hands-on work with electrical machines, electronics, and automation tools, plus advanced equipment like atomic force microscopes and nanolithography clean rooms from related electronic engineering programs to support your projects.
- Group projects and teamwork: Tackle multidisciplinary industrial engineering projects, including drafting, development, and management of automation systems, mechanical equipment, and electronic installations—collaborating effectively in teams with a focus on resource efficiency, time management, and quality standards.
- Software and digital tools: Apply computer science principles and graphic expression tools to solve engineering problems, integrating vehicle electronics simulations, control methods, and design software for industrial production and automation.
- Industry-relevant skills development: Plan and execute real projects in manufacturing processes, quality control, and industrial facilities, using principles of physics, materials strength, and environmental engineering—preparing you for roles in automation and electronics.

This practical foundation sets you up for success in a high-demand field—imagine applying to UAB today and stepping into labs that power cutting-edge automation careers.