Modern software in the building technology bachelor's programme

Pinkafeld, 14 October 2025 : The University of Applied Sciences Burgenland attaches great importance to practical training and innovative teaching methods. A current example of this is the integration of the Polysun software into the bachelor's degree programme in Building and Energy Technology. The software, developed by the Swiss company Vela Solaris, enables the planning, simulation and optimisation of energy systems and is currently being used as part of a fixed course. Students benefit from state-of-the-art technology and an education that optimally prepares them for the challenges of the energy transition.

Utilisation brings advantages in education

Trying out Polysun gives students the opportunity to analyse the dynamic behaviour of energy systems. "This is a decisive advantage, as students learn how energy systems function under real conditions and how they can be optimally dimensioned," emphasises programme director Werner Stutterecker. One example: with the help of weather data, students can simulate how a building with certain properties and a specific energy concept - such as a combination of heat pump and photovoltaic system - can be operated efficiently.

The software-supported planning and simulation of energy systems is a central component of the programme. "Polysun enables us to create practical scenarios and optimally prepare students for the demands of the professional world," explains Benjamin Schaffer, lecturer of the "CAD and Planning Software" course and himself a graduate of the university. Schaffer, who works in the energy systems department at Stadtwerke Gleisdorf, brings not only in-depth expertise but also valuable practical experience to the course.

Cooperation with an international company

The cooperation with Vela Solaris is an important part of the successful integration of Polysun into the degree programme. In addition to the licences installed in the university's IT rooms, the company provides students with temporary licences free of charge. These can be installed on private computers so that students can also work on their projects from home. The university is grateful for the uncomplicated support from the company.

For the company, the cooperation has the advantage that the future specialists are already familiar with their software.

Bachelor's degree programme in Building and Energy Technology

The Bachelor's degree programme aims to train specialists who deal with the planning, installation or ongoing operation of technical facilities in buildings. The main aim is to create cosy and comfortable environmental conditions for the users of a building while being as energy-efficient, resource-saving and ecological as possible. The Building and Energy Technology degree programme can be studied full-time, part-time or on an extended part-time basis.

Registration is possible at www.hochschule-burgenland.at.

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Mag.a Christiane Staab │ Marketing and Communication │ University of Applied Sciences Burgenland GmbH │ Tel: +43 (0)5 7705 3537 │ E-Mail: christiane.staab(at)hochschule-burgenland.at