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Industrial Engineering

Language of instruction

english, lithuanian

Qualification degree and (or) qualification to be awarded

Bachelor of Engineering Sciences

Place of delivery

Kaunas, K. Donelaičio g. 73, LT-44249

Institution that has carried out assessment

Studijų kokybės vertinimo centras

Institution that has performed accreditation, accreditation term

Studijų kokybės vertinimo centras, 8/31/2020

Data provided or updated (date)

4/8/2025

Order on accreditation

SV6-15
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Summary of the Profile

Objective(s) of a study programme:

To provide fundamental and practical knowledge of production engineering and technology, develop the skills to create and manage sustainable production processes, select technological equipment and identify and solve engineering problems in integrated production systems.

Description of the study programme: https://admissions.ktu.edu/programme/b-industrial-engineering/

Learning outcomes:

Knowledge and its Application:

Is able to define the essential foundations of natural sciences and mathematics necessary to master the fundamentals of manufacturing engineering;
Is able to explain basic theoretical and applied fundamentals and concepts of materials science, mechanics, process engineering, smart manufacturing, electrical engineering, electronics, automation and quality assurance;
Is able to associate knowledge of production engineering and engineering fundamentals;
Is able to apply methodologies of other scientific fields to solve multidisciplinary engineering tasks;
Is able to assess the influence of the Industry 4.0 on the development of technologies and the digitization of production processes, practically applying theoretical knowledge to work with software control devices;
Is able to relate the integrated system of company processes and functions, operating in a constantly changing business environment, making management decisions necessary for the creation and development of the company, organization and improvement of production.

Special (engineering analysis and design) Skills:

Is able to plan engineering activities to solve technological production problems related to the evaluation of quantitative and qualitative indicators;
Is able to plan engineering activities to solve technological production problems related to the evaluation of quantitative and qualitative indicators;
Is able to apply analytical, mathematical modelling and practical experimental methods;
Is able to apply engineering design knowledge in accordance with established requirements in the design and development of mechanical systems and sustainable technological production processes that meet the principles of human safety, environmental protection and sustainable design;
Is able to apply various engineering design methodologies to create and improve integrated manufacturing processes;
Is able to simulate various manufacturing processes from mechanical systems to additive manufacturing and virtual prototyping using a variety of engineering methods and tools;
Is able to apply theoretical knowledge in analysing specific problems of innovation management in organizations, distinguishing the assumptions of the evolution of innovation models and applying innovation management models in various sectors and coordinating the stages of the innovation management process.

Research Skills and Practical Activities:

Is able to conduct experiments by combining skills of experiment planning, method selection, observation and measurement of processes and properties, and providing detailed conclusions;
Is able to use laboratory equipment appropriate for mastering production engineering problems;
Is able to select appropriate experimental methods, tools and equipment, considering the subtleties of their constructions, functionality and operating principle;
Is able to relate theoretical and applied knowledge while solving the problems of the manufacturing industry and/or general typical production problems;
Is able to define the basic principles of production organisation and planning, the interaction and sequence of processes and the organisation of work considering fire safety requirements;
Is able to select appropriate digital modelling and analysis equipment, applying generative design methods and analysing performance characteristics of virtual manufacturing systems in order to optimize detail designs and ensure efficient product development process;
Is able to manage human resources, including the ability to define key human resource management functions, identifying environmental changes and analysing management indicators.

Personal (decision-making, lifelong learning, cooperation and teamwork) Skills:

Is able to work effectively independently in a multi-skilled team;
Is able to maintain diverse communication with professionals and the public in their native language and at least one foreign language;
Is able to plan activities according to professional ethics, using productive working methods, linking technological solutions to economic and environmental implications and commercial solutions;
Is able to organise activities according to the principles of sustainable manufacturing, taking into account fire safety recommendations and requirements;
Is able to explain the basic laws and principles of economics, applying economic models and evaluating the behaviour of economic participants, and analysing economic problems at both the micro and macro level.

Additional Knowledge and Skills:

Is able to find information related to the study field in databases and other information sources and publications;
Is able to describe the impact of professional activities on the social environment, ethical and ethnic cultural and commercial factors, environmental protection and human safety.

Activities of teaching and learning:

The studies include classroom work (lectures, practical work, laboratory work, seminars, outgoing visits to enterprises, etc.) and individual work for mastering theoretical material, preparation for classroom work, intermediate and final assessments and performing other activities. The studies of each study module are completed by the assessment of the student’s knowledge and skills – an examination or another final assessment; the study programme is completed by the final degree project and its defence.

Methods of assessment of learning achievements:

The applied cumulative assessment system of the learning outcomes ensures constant and involving work of students during the entire semester of studies; the final evaluation of the study module consists of the sum of the grades of intermediate assessments and the final assessment multiplied by the weighting coefficients (percentages of components).

Study subjects (modules):

Information Technologies for Engineers, Introduction to Speciality, Mathematics 1, Physics 1, Engineering Drawing, Engineering Mechanics, Fundamentals of Digital Manufacturing and Mechatronics, Mathematics 2, Computer-Aided Design, General Chemistry, Metals and Ceramics, Natural and Synthetic Polymers, Theory of Probability and Statistics, Applied Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics, Ergonomics and Safety, Fundamentals of Electrotechnics and Electronics, Fundamentals of Mechanical Systems Design, Industrial Manufacturing Technologies, Advanced Manufacturing Technologies, Business Ethics, Manufacturing Planning and Control, Measurements and Control, Quality Assurance, Semester Project, Bachelor’s Degree Final Project, Professional Internship.
Specialisations: Additive Manufacturing and Prototyping, Digitalization in Design and Manufacturing, Fundamentals of Enterprises Management, Human Resources Management, Industry 4.0 Transformations, Innovation Management, Micro and Macroeconomics, Smart Robotic Production.
Electives of Philosophy and Sustainable Development: Media Philosophy, Sustainable Development;
Electives: Engineering Analysis and Optimal Design, Project Management, Product Development Project, Integrated Manufacturing Practice;
Foreign Language Electives (Level C1): Academic and Technical Communication in English (Level C1), Academic and Technical Communication in German (Level C1), Academic and Technical Communication in French (Level C1).

Study programme abstract:

A graduate has knowledge of industrial production engineering and technology, classical mechanics, knows the social and multidisciplinary context of engineering, various product and technology design and experimental research methodologies.

Access to professional activity:

The graduate can carry out designing, organisational and control of manufacturing-technical maintenance and other engineering work in all production and service enterprises or other research institutions and organisations providing engineering services and technical support.

Access to further study:

S/he has access to the second cycle studies.