Study programme aplikovaná mechanika (Applied mechanics)

Basic information

Study programme in national registry: aplikovaná mechanika (Applied mechanics)
Guaranted by: Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
Study field: Mechanical Engineering
Level of degree: 3
Form of study: external
Degree: PhD.
Length of study in years: 5
Professionally oriented: No
Joint study programme: No
Languages of delivery: english language, slovak language

Graduate profile

Description
A graduate of the Applied Mechanics study program in the 3rd stage of university studies has knowledge in the field of modeling, simulation and optimization of machines and machinery. He can analyze the physical processes taking place in machines and devices and evaluate their behavior using both theoretical and experimental methods. He can apply modern computer procedures to simulate the behavior of a product or process. The graduate possesses competences in the field of analysis, modeling and simulation of machines, devices, processes and systems in the context of digital industrial engineering and reverse engineering. He is able to creatively and systematically approach the solution of problems of industrial practice (i.e. analyze, synthesize, deduce, induce individual elements of the system).
Learning objectives
The graduate has a systematic, comprehensive and complex set of knowledge in a specialized field, including knowledge and understanding of relations to other parts of the field and to related fields, has a deep knowledge of theories, sophisticated methods and procedures of science and research at a level corresponding to international criteria, knows how to acquire new knowledge in an active way and information, critically analyze and reevaluate and use them in theory and practical applications for the development of the field, can apply and creatively improve and develop theories and research, development and innovation procedures in the field and create new ones, can identify global scientific and innovative developments in field and in related fields and use it in the direction and development of the field, with the integration of knowledge from various fields, can plan and initiate the solution of complex problems/projects, including the formulation of goals, means and methods in the field of development in the field, can assess and modify one's own professional activity in a wider context, in vz thrust on the long-term impact in the given area and from the point of view of social, ethical, environmental and other criteria, is ready to formulate information about the outputs and conclusions of scientific, research and development work at the international level and to manage large-scale research tasks and teams. Graduate of the study program: - Demonstrates a systematic understanding of the field of study and has mastered the skills and methods of scientific research associated with the given field corresponding to the current state of knowledge in the field. - Demonstrates the ability to conceive, construct, implement and edit a substantial part of research with scientific integrity. - Contributes with scientific research to the expansion of the frontiers of scientific knowledge through the realization of an extensive set of works, some of which are worthy of peer-reviewed publication at the national or international level. - Is capable of critical analysis, evaluation and synthesis of new and complex concepts. - He can communicate his area of ​​expertise with colleagues, the wider scientific community and the lay public. - Is able to promote technical, social or cultural progress in a knowledge-based society in an academic and professional context. The study is aimed at training highly qualified experts in scientific research, development and practice in all fields and workplaces where scientific knowledge of mechanics is applied. Their scientific erudition is mainly related to the following areas of mechanics: development and improvement of analytical and numerical calculation methods (finite element method, boundary element method, meshless methods), theory of modeling and analysis of mechanical systems and constructions, constitutive relations with an emphasis on linear and non-linear behavior of materials, conditions of the limit states of materials and bodies, mechanics of composites, smart and MEMS materials, analyzes of stress, bound deformations and dynamic response of selected classes of bodies including composite bodies, inverse tasks of mechanics of bodies and identification of material, technological and other parameters, modeling of stress and deformation selected technological processes (e.g. sheet metal forming, forging, pressing, welding, change of state, stability of structures), optimization and contact tasks, interaction of structures and the environment, expert systems, mechanics of micro- and nanosystems, dynamics of interactive and mechatronic systems, dynamics vehicles and machinery, solving selected problems of vibroacoustics, stability and dynamics of building structures, biomechanics, application of numerical methods for radiation and light propagation, solving bound electro-thermo-mechanical problems, fracture mechanics, durability and reliability of structures, etc. Experimental mechanics: development and application of existing methods and development of new methods, mechanical, optical and acoustic methods of verification of physical characteristics of materials and structures, testing of mechanical models and structures in situ, interactive diagnostics of mechanical phenomena by experimental and numerical methods, development of experimental methods of verification of human protection and constructions against noise and vibrations from traffic and technology.
Main learning outcomes
The graduate masters the scientific methods of research and development of Applied Mechanics. The course is aimed at graduates of engineering or master's studies who are inclined to solve theoretical engineering-scientific problems in the fields of applied mechanics and mechanical engineering. The prerequisite for successfully completing the study is the doctoral student's ability to think abstractly, his interest and ability to apply the knowledge of various fields in solving technical problems, control of modern analytical and numerical methods and mathematical modeling methods. The doctoral student will learn to characterize and understand physical phenomena and experimental knowledge about these phenomena, to search for adequate models and new applications in specified disciplines, in science, research and practice. Doctoral studies will enable the doctoral student to acquire comprehensive theoretical knowledge and practical experience and to master the methodologies of scientific work, and will prepare him for independent scientific work in the areas of calculation of constructions in the entire range of activities. Graduates of the third degree of the Applied Mechanics study program in the field of Mechanical Engineering: - they can analyze, optimize, design, construct and maintain large-scale technical solutions covering a wide field of mechanical engineering, - carry out research with a high degree of creativity and independence, - have in-depth knowledge in the field of mechanical engineering, enabling them to manage teams of workers in this field, independently lead even large projects and take responsibility for complex solutions, - are capable of a scientific approach to solved problems. They have experience in the formulation of hypotheses, experimental design, verification of hypotheses and analysis of obtained data, - apply modern methods and techniques of design and development in the field of mechanical engineering, - they find and present their own solutions to problems in research, development, design, construction and production in engineering and in the use of engineering products, - creatively apply the acquired knowledge in practice, - they critically analyze and apply the entire range of concepts, principles and practices of the field in the context of freely defined problems, while demonstrating effective decision-making in connection with the selection and use of methods, technologies and means, - they know how to introduce complex technical solutions, use modern methods and means in solving problems, - demonstrate a thorough understanding of the supporting areas of knowledge and engineering systems engineering theory, together with the ability to make critical judgments in the entire spectrum of problems related to these systems, - they can analyze and understand construction, technological and other processes in mechanical engineering with the possibility of application to individual branches of mechanical engineering, - they know how to specify, design, implement and maintain large-scale integrated solutions involving engineering production for various types of application, - they know how to manage the processes of technology changes from the point of view of technology development, adaptation and implementation of progressive engineering activities, - they know how to work in projects that include problem identification, analysis, design and implementation of large-scale solutions of engineering systems and activities together with testing and adequate documentation, with the application of individual aspects of quality as well as their impact on the environment, - are able to work effectively as an individual, as a member and as a team leader, - they maintain contact with modern developments in their discipline, - follow appropriate practices in accordance with the professional, legal and ethical framework of the discipline.
Professions
Professions for which the graduate is prepared at the time of completion.

Employability

Evaluation of the study programme graduates employability
Graduates of the Applied Mechanics study program have a high rate of employment in the field. They mainly occupy work positions in the field of development, design and production in the automotive, engineering and consumer industries, while they are well applied at home and abroad. They are rated very well by employers and are in high demand on the labor market. Year: 2018 https://uplatnenie.sk/?degree=V%C5%A0&vs=709000000&faculty=709030000&field=3901T00&year=2018 Year: 2019 https://uplatnenie.sk/?degree=V%C5%A0&vs=709000000&faculty=709030000&field=3901T00&year=2019
Evaluation of the study programme quality by employers
Addressed employers expressed complete satisfaction with the content and structure of the Applied Mechanics study program, with its personnel, technical and material provision. Evaluators from practice consider this study program to be promising with a high rate of application on the labor market. Forms with the statement of the addressed authorities from practice are available at: http://www.kamasi.sk/autorita-z-praxe/

Structure and content of the study programme

Suggested study plan in the MIAS portal

Current academic year plan and current schedule

Current academic year plan
Current schedule: MAIS portal

Persons responsible for the study programme

Person responsible for thequality of the study programme: prof. Ing. Jozef Bocko, CSc.
List of persons responsible for the profile courses: Study advisor: doc. Ing. Ingrid Delyová, PhD.
Student representatives: Ing. Erika Dubňanská
Study department

Spatial, material, and technical provision of the study programme and support

List and characteristics of the study programme classrooms
The specialized laboratories and classrooms of the Department of Applied Mechanics and Mechanical Engineering provide space not only for the implementation of scientific research activities of the department's staff, but also for the professional training of students in subjects mainly focused on the analysis of mechanical systems and structures using the methods of analytical, numerical and experimental mechanics. The laboratories are equipped with modern measuring systems and instruments and are constantly being expanded with new devices, sensors and supporting measuring means. Computer classrooms are equipped with powerful computers with regularly updated software focused on numerical calculations, simulations and modeling. The audio-visual technique necessary for presentation purposes is standard. Students can also use the laboratories and classrooms outside the teaching process, e.g. as part of solving student projects or final theses. In addition, students have the option of remotely connecting to school computers. A complete list of the department's laboratories and classrooms, including their focus and technical equipment, is available at: https://www.sjf.tuke.sk/kamasi/sk/veda-vyskum/labaky-ucebne
Characteristics of the information provision
Access to study literature and information databases is provided through the TUKE University Library: http://www.lib.tuke.sk/Library/Home/DigitalLibrary The library fund of UK TUKE consists of its own funds (books, scripts, anthologies, magazines, theses and electronic media). In 2022, the library fund consisted of 172,878 book units. The annual addition to the library is over 3,000 book units. The study room contains basic and supplementary study literature, magazines, anthologies, encyclopedias, language and educational dictionaries. Users have free access to them. As part of the lending services, users borrow approximately 5,000 book units annually. The university library has barrier-free access to 2 elevators and 2 barrier-free toilets. There are 650 study places and more than 300 places with electrical sockets for charging laptops and mobile phones. The library has 32 desktop computers with Internet connection, intranet, Wi-Fi network and access to databases of electronic periodicals. Through the library's Copycenter, students have access to printing and reprographic services provided on 12 printers, 3 of which are large-capacity for oversized printing. The library also has its own digitization workplace with a scanning robot, as well as a book scanner for the public, which is located in the study room. Currently, the library fund is being built not only on a physical level (print and USB, CD, DVD), but also a repository of digitized books from the library fund on the MediaINFO platform, containing over 600 titles, is being developed. Access to information technologies is ensured through ÚVT TUKE: https://uvt.tuke.sk/wps/portal/uv/software
E-learning
Access to study materials and documents is provided for each subject through the MS TEAMS application. Electronic textbooks and scripts are also available to students through the portal https://ebooks.lib.tuke.sk/ As part of the teaching of subjects focused on computer modeling and simulation, electronic tutorials for programs such as Ansys, MSC.Adams, Matlab, SolidWorks and so on. Students working with Dassault Systèmes software have free access to the 3DEXPERIENCE Edu SPACE e-learning portal. Within the Computer Mechanics subject, a set of video tutorials for the Abaqus/CAE program is available to students on the ekurzy.kamasi.sk portal
Institution partners
The employer of the relevant doctoral student and the following companies participate in the provision of educational activities in the Applied Mechanics study program at the doctoral level of study: - ŠKODA AUTO a.s., - Continental Automotive Systems Slovakia s.r.o., - IDIADA CZ a.s., - BSH Drives and Pumps s.r.o., - Magna PT s.r.o., - U.S.Steel Košice s.r.o., - KOSIT a.s., - TATRAVAGÓNKA Poprad, s.r.o., - U-Shin Slovakia s.r.o., - Dantec Dynamics GmbH, - AUFEER DESIGN, - ContiTech Vibration Control Slovakia s.r.o., - Evektor s.r.o.

Admission procedures

Required abilities and necessary admission requirement
Admission procedures
Results of the admission process over the last period