CAS ETH in Automation
Programme Description
The CAS ETH in Automation offers an overview of the role of control and automation in modern technologies, infrastructures, and engineering systems. We start from the fundamental feedback control scheme, discuss modern techniques such as model predictive control and system identification, and we introduce model-free methods like reinforcement learning and data-enabled predictive control. Given the ubiquitous nature of control, throughout the course we showcase examples from various disciplines.
Content
Module 1: Introduction to systems theory
Module 2: Properties of dynamical systems
Module 3: The science of feedback control
Module 4: Advanced control techniques
Module 5: Control under uncertainty
Module 6: Learning and data-driven control
Exam: Multiple choice and oral
Target group and admission
Target group
Individuals or professionals with an interest in the topics of automation and control, from theoretical aspect to applications spanning energy systems, transportation, biomedical systems, industrial processes, and much more.
Requirements
Master's degree acknowledged by ETH or an equivalent educational qualification and at least 3 years of working experience. No technical background is required.
Required Language Skills
English: C1 – external page external pageShow proficiency scales
Dates and Venue
The CAS ETH in Automation is offered as a 2 weeks intensive course (full time).
Start: June 2nd, 2025
End: June 14th, 2025
Application period:
Mid March to mid April 2025 (Info will follow on this page)
Location:
ETH Zurich, Zentrum Campus
Finance
Programme Fee: CHF 9,500
Application Fee:
CHF 50 for persons with a Swiss university degree, CHF 150 for persons with another university degree (non-refundable, credit card payment only)
Withdrawal Fee:
Within 30 days after the admission date: free of charge
More than 30 days after the admission date: CHF 4,750
After the start of the programme: CHF 9,500
Contact
Institut für Automatik
Physikstrasse 3
8092
Zürich
Switzerland