Technician HF Mechanical Engineering (now Mechanical Engineering Technician HF): Experiences of participant Adelina Ademaj - the course gives me very good prospects for my future career

Adelina Ademaj

Who are you and what do you do for a living?

My name is Adelina Ademaj. I originally trained as a polymechanic and worked as a toolmaker for a few years. I'm currently studying for a degree in mechanical engineering and am in my fourth semester.

Why did you decide to enrol on the Mechanical Engineering Technician HF course (since 25.10.22 Mechanical Engineering Technician HF)?

I decided to enrol on the Mechanical Engineering Technician HF course (since 25.10.22 Mechanical Engineering Technician HF) because it offers me very good prospects for my future career. This appealed to me because I have a technical education and this course builds on that. This means I can continue to use my existing knowledge from my career as a polymechanic and supplement it with in-depth specialist knowledge.

Why did you choose the BZWU educational institute?

I chose the BZWU educational institute because the school has a very good infrastructure and the course days usually fall on the weekend. This means that I can easily combine my further training as a mechanical engineering technician with my current job. Of course, there is less free time, but you accept that for a good course.

How does the HF Mechanical Engineering Technician course support your professional activity?

I train apprentices in my day-to-day work. I can pass on the knowledge I acquired on the HF Mechanical Engineering course to the polymechanic apprentices. They learn more from me than they do at vocational school.

What is the most important learning content for you?

For me, the most important learning content in the HF Mechanical Engineering course is the practical content, such as seminars on leadership skills and communication with superiors or subordinates. I already know that I will definitely be applying the CAD and design theory subjects intensively in my later work. For me, these are the subjects from which I benefit the most.

Did you experience any difficult situations while studying HF Mechanical Engineering?

For me, the biggest challenge in studying HF Mechanical Engineering is good time planning and time management. It can be very stressful and this requires good time management in order to complete the course well.

Has your market value already increased as a result of your studies?

Thanks to the HF Mechanical Engineering, I have already been able to change jobs internally and other projects are already planned for the future. I'm looking forward to the time afterwards.

Who would you recommend an HF Mechanical Engineering degree to?

I recommend HF Mechanical Engineering to all young, motivated people who are looking for a new challenge. Who are aware that they will have little free time over the next three and a half years. However, they accept this in order to get ahead in life. Those who are looking for new perspectives in management or professional competence.

What is the mood like among the students?

The atmosphere during the HF Mechanical Engineering is very good. Everyone is very determined and tries to get the best out of all subjects. We get on very well with each other.

What do you particularly like about the BZWU?

What I like best about the BZWU is the location. As I come from Uzwil, I can get to school on foot. That's very nice. In addition to the good infrastructure, this was important to me.

What are the personal benefits of studying HF Mechanical Engineering?

For me personally, training to become a mechanical engineering technician is very important. I know that I am expanding my specialist skills and can also apply them. This also enables me to pass on what I have learned. This is very fulfilling and makes me proud.

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