News and Announcements

On September 10, 2025, at 7:00 pm, Fraunhofer ENAS together with Fahrradkino Chemnitz e.V. invites you to a special movie night. The film „Schilf – Alles, was denkbar ist, existiert“ will be shown as part of the “International Year of Quantum Science and Technology.”

The highlight: The movie is powered entirely by the audience, who pedal together to generate eco-friendly energy.

Please note: The movie will be shown in German.

Participation is free of charge. More information is available on the Fraunhofer ENAS website.

The digital career fair Renewable Energies (KEE) will take place on September 10 – 11. Students can learn about career opportunities after graduation, get to know companies in the renewable energy sector, and connect directly. Participation is free of charge.

Benefits:

• Free participation – secure your ticket now.
• No travel required – join conveniently online from home.
• Build valuable contacts and explore job opportunities.
• Find meaningful jobs – contribute to the energy transition.
• Diverse entry fields: engineering, construction, business, finance, law, project management, nature & environment.

Free registration via Zoom

More information is available at https://ee-hub.de/kee.

Würth Elektronik invites students to the workshop “Capacitors – underrated but indispensable” at the Berlin site.

When? Wednesday, 24/09/2025, from 10:00
Where? Würth Elektronik eiSos Competence Center, Volmerstraße 10, 12489 Berlin

Agenda:

• 10:00: Arrival & welcome, coffee & breakfast, Würth Elektronik introduction
• 10:30: Theoretical session – Introduction to the world of capacitors
• 11:30: Coffee break – time for exchange and relaxation
• 11:45: Practical session Lab 1 – Supercaps & electrolytics with Novocontrol and Chroma
• 12:15: Lunch break – pizza for everyone
• 13:30: Practical session Lab 2 – Characterization of MLCCs
• 14:00: Closing & feedback – Q&A on workshop topics

Notes: Registration deadline is 16/09/2025. Seats are limited.
E-mail: william.maloumby@…

Einladung_Workshop_Kondensatoren_Berlin.pdf

On Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., the panel discussion “Industry in Transition – Paths, Visions, Limits” will take place at the Industrial Museum Chemnitz. The event is part of the special exhibition “Tales of Transformation” and organized in cooperation with Industrieverein Sachsen 1828 e.V.

Representatives from industry, academia, and the start-up scene will engage in dialogue with citizens about industrial transformation – from electromobility and sustainable materials to the promotion of young companies. The discussion will address opportunities, challenges, and both regional and national perspectives.

Panelists:

• Christoph Alt (CEO, Ligenium GmbH)
• Christian Sommer (Head of Corporate Communications & Public Affairs, Volkswagen Sachsen GmbH)
• Jens Weber (CEO, Technologie Centrum Chemnitz)
• Katrin Hoffmann (CEO, Industrieverein Sachsen 1828 e.V.)
• Moderation: Britta Veltzke (Journalist and MDR Reporter)

The event will be followed by an open exchange over drinks and light snacks.

Admission: 25 € / Reduced fee for students and trainees: 5 €

Registration required. Options for registration:

• Phone: +49 371 367…
• E-mail: muspaed@…

The full press release can be found here:

IMC_PM_Podiumsdiskussion_25.9..pdf

The Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology offers a two-week preparatory course in September for first-year students in the faculty's bachelor's degree programs.

What to expect:

• An overview of your studies and future professional field
• Review and consolidation of essential fundamentals in:
  • Mathematics
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Physics
• Refreshing your high school knowledge to ensure an optimal start to your studies

Afternoon program:

• Insights into various fields:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Information Technology
  • Biomedical Engineering

You’ll find all information and the registration form here:
https://www.tu-chemnitz.de/etit/vorbereitungskurs/

Start your studies with confidence: From 6 to 10 October 2025, we – the Student Council ET/IT – are offering an orientation week for all first-year students of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology.

• Meet your fellow students in a relaxed atmosphere
• Campus tours and introduction to key contact points
• Useful tips and support for a smooth start to your studies

You’ll find all information and the registration form here:
https://www.tu-chemnitz.de/fsr-etit/orientierungswoche/

We would like to remind you of the elections for the student representatives of your department (Fachschaftsrat) at Technische Universität Chemnitz. The elections will take place as follows:

• Monday, Dec 9, 2024: Room 1/367, Straße der Nationen 62, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
• Tuesday, Dec 10, 2024: Room 2/N001 (C10.001) (ZHSG), Reichenhainer Straße 90, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
• Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024: Room 2/N001 (C10.001) (ZHSG), Reichenhainer Straße 90, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Please bring a valid identification (e. g., student ID card) to the elections. If possible, also bring a pen with you.

Further information can be found on the pages of the election committee of the student body: https://www.tu-chemnitz.de/stud/wahlen.

The Leonardo Office Saxony is offering two information sessions on the STIPT program for undecided students:

• Dates: Friday, December 6, 2024, at 4:00 PM and Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 1:00 PM
• Location: https://bbb.tu-dresden.de/rooms/cla-i22-duh-qwb/join (BigBlueButton)

Questions can be submitted via Slido by Monday, December 2, 2024, or existing questions can be rated:
https://app.sli.do/event/pG2WGHpZfopUyfV64n7uQa/live/questions.

More information about the STIPT program, funding opportunities, and the application process can be found in the news:
[Info] Your Chance: Semester and Internship Abroad from December 31, 2024.

• What: Lectures, live demonstrations, lunch, networking
• Who: Institute of Automation Technology - about 15 master’s and bachelor’s students and university staff
• Where: Festo Experience Center Chemnitz, Wildparkstraße 1A
• Date: 2024-12-11
• Time: 08:00 AM to 01:00 PM

Save the date and dive into the future of technology!

For more information, visit our Events section.

We warmly invite all members of the ET/IT Faculty to our Christmas party on 2024-12-11, from 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM in Room C25.059 and the Common Room. Enjoy a cozy gathering with us.

We will offer:

• Mulled wine
• Non-alcoholic punch
• Coffee
• Non-alcoholic beverages
• Traditional German Christmas cake (Stollen)
• Cookies

From 2024-11-25 to 2024-11-28, the following elections will take place at Chemnitz University of Technology:

• Election of directly elected representatives to the Senate, the Extended Senate, the Faculty Councils, as well as elections for the Equal Opportunity Officers of the Faculties and Central Institutions and their deputies
• Election of directly elected representatives from the group of students to the Extended Board of the Center for Teacher Training and Educational Research
• By-election of the Equal Opportunity Officer of the Center for Teacher Training and Educational Research and their deputies for the current term

All eligible voters at Chemnitz University of Technology are invited to participate in the elections.

Who is eligible to vote? Eligible voters include all members of Chemnitz University of Technology (students, professors, academic, and non-academic staff) who are listed in the voter registry.

Voting is possible at the following locations and dates:

• 2024-11-25: Straße der Nationen 62, Altes Heizhaus
• 2024-11-26: Wilhelm-Raabe-Straße 43, Room B01.105
• 2024-11-27 to 2024-11-28: Weinhold Building, Reichenhainer Straße 70, Room C25.021

Voting time: 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM

Further information can be found on the Election Office\'s website: https://www.tu-chemnitz.de/verwaltung/wahlamt/.