Studies and Teaching
The Department of Foundry Technology at the University of Kassel offers practical and research-oriented teaching in the field of metallic materials processing. During their studies, students gain in-depth insights into classic and modern casting processes, materials science, simulation techniques, process analysis and the digitalization of foundry processes.
Teaching includes lectures as well as laboratory practicals, project work and excursions into industrial practice. Thanks to the close integration of theory and application, students studying foundry technology not only acquire technical expertise, but also methodological skills for solving real engineering problems.
The Foundry Technologycourse is aimed at anyone interested in sustainable manufacturing, innovative materials and future-oriented production technologies. With modern, well-equipped laboratories, dedicated support and strong partners from industry and research, the Department of Foundry Technology offers ideal conditions for a successful start to your career.
Study plans
The following study plans show in which semesters the courses on foundry technology can typically be attended as part of the Bachelor's and Master's degree program in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in "Sustainable Materials and Manufacturing Processes". It provides orientation and helps with individual study planning. Changes to the specific schedule are possible and will be announced in the current course catalog.
Study plan with foundry lectures (Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering)
Specialization in "Sustainable materials and manufacturing processes"
| Mathematics 1 | Information technology: basics of programming | CAD | Sustainability, resource utilization and product life cycle | Materials engineering with practical course | Introduction to mechanical engineering |
| Mathematics 2 | Technical Mechanics 1 | Design engineering 1 | Production Engineering 1 | Materials engineering with practical course | Introduction to Business Administration & FBL |
| Mathematics 3 | Technical Mechanics 2 | Design Engineering 2 | Production Engineering 2 | Electrical Engineering & Electronics | Project I |
| Modeling & Simulation | Fluid Mechanics | Technical thermodynamics | Measurement & control engineering | Project II | Key competencies |
| Introduction to data science and machine learning | Specific basics | Basic module: | Specialization modules: | Project III | Key competence |
| Student research project at the GTK | Specific basics | Basic module: Foundry Technology II: Innovative casting processes for higher-melting materials in the plant and mobility sector / medical technology | Specialization modules: | Key competencies |
| Professional internship (BPS) | Bachelor module at the GTK |
Study plan with foundry lectures (Master Mechanical Engineering)
Specialization in "Sustainable materials and manufacturing processes"
| Mathematics 4 | Specific basics | Basic module: | Specialization modules: | Key competencies |
| Signals - Data - Digitization | Simulation methods | Basic module: Foundry Technology II: Innovative casting processes for higher-melting materials in the plant and mobility sector / medical technology | Specialization modules: |