This institute was the first one in Finland which specialised in information technology and since 1972 advanced teaching in computer engineering has taken place in Raahe. The main emphasis of instruction is on embedded computer systems. Increasing amounts of products nowadays incorporate electronic, mechanical and optical functions managed by computers and experts in this field are a constant requirement. It takes 4 years to complete the studies and it leads to the Degree of Bachelor of Engineering. The programme consists of courses of which basic and professional studies cover 100 credit units, traineeship 20 credit units, optional professional studies 20 credit units, optional courses 10 credit units and dissertation 10 credit units.
Basic studies consist of mathematics, physics, computer science, economics and language studies.
In professional studies our students can concentrate on the fields of embedded systems. The aim of the programme is to guide and instruct students to the fascinating world of information technology by the means of mathematics, electronics, programming languages and signal processing to mention some. The programme provides students with the qualifications and skills to work creatively and effectively in the rapidly growing business area of information technology, learning of languages being a natural part of the studies. To meet these needs we use modern technology in teaching. The Institute participates in projects which develop computer-aided teaching and research programs.