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Metal cutting machines and systems

The educational program «Metal Cutting Machine Tools and Systems» trains specialists in the field of mechanical engineering who are able to design, model, program and operate modern metalworking equipment and tools. Students master machining technologies, CAD/CAM systems, CNC machines, automated design, technical measurements and quality management, acquiring practical skills for work in modern mechanical engineering production.

The program combines fundamental engineering training with a practical orientation and modern digital technologies. During training, applicants study mechanical processing processes, cutting theory, metalworking equipment, cutting tools, technological foundations of mechanical engineering, design of machine tools and tools, software processing in CAM systems, operation and maintenance of machine tools.

Special attention is paid to the use of modern CAD/CAM solutions for 3D modeling, product design and creation of control programs for CNC machine tools. Practical training is carried out using modern software, machine tools, 3D printers and scanners, measuring and research systems.

The educational program forms the competencies necessary for the design and technological support of mechanical engineering production, the selection of equipment and tools, quality control, ensuring the interchangeability of parts and the implementation of innovative engineering solutions. Students also develop skills in teamwork, project work, research, and the use of modern information technologies.

Graduates can work as design engineers and technologists, specialists in the design and operation of metalworking equipment, programmers of CNC machines, specialists in CAD/CAM technologies, tooling, and quality control at enterprises in the mechanical engineering industry.

Metal cutting machines and systems

Contents

Program Profile

  • Object of activity:

    Scientific and engineering foundations of mechanical engineering, machines, equipment, technical objects and systems, their system engineering, design, production and operation, mechatronics methodology, as well as phenomena and processes according to specializations and directions of production activity.

  • Theoretical content:

    Theories, notions, concepts, principles of design, production and operation of machines, equipment, technical objects and systems

  • Methods and technologies:

    Mechanical engineering technologies by specializations and directions of production activity, engineering methods and technologies, in particular design, calculation and construction of machines, equipment, technical objects and systems by specializations and directions of production activity, methods of forecasting, theoretical and experimental research of technical objects, data analysis of mathematical, physical and computer modeling of work processes and mechanical engineering objects, modern digital technologies

  • Tools and equipment:

    CAD, CAE, CAM systems, mechatronics, information and intellectual systems and specialized software according to specializations and areas of production activity, measuring systems for researching structures and/or processes of machines and equipment, computer-integrated means of measuring equipment, technological equipment of mechanical engineering according to specializations and areas of production activity.

The goals of the educational program are to contribute to the sustainable development of the Ukrainian State through:

– formation of highly educated and nationally conscious human potential possessing general and special competencies that are related (but not limited) to mechanical processing processes and their theoretical foundations; design and operation of metalworking equipment and tools; technological support of industrial engineering; mastering modern information technologies and CAD based on CAD/CAM systems; metrological support of industrial engineering, including interchangeability, standardization and technical measurements; quality management in industrial engineering;

– provision of opportunities and conditions for personal development due to: the presence of selective educational components that expand and supplement competences; stimulation of independent work; of social

development

Teaching and Assessment

Student-centered learning with elements of task-oriented learning and includes modern educational technologies, such as case methods (for example, analysis of real engineering problems in the development of control programs for CNC machines); team tasks, project activities, including the use of CAD systems; interactive simulations (simulation of software processing on a CNC machine based on a simulator and in CAM systems) and other methods adapted to the specifics of mechanical engineering.

Teaching is carried out in the form of lectures, laboratory works, practical classes, consultations and independent work, which involves the student solving engineering problems and implementing projects aimed at the design and development of mechanical engineering products, including elements of metalworking equipment, cutting tools; creation of control programs for CNC machines. Modern multimedia technologies, mixed and distance learning technologies (Moodle platform https://moodle.zp.edu.ua) are used, which ensure flexibility and availability of educational materials. Students are involved in the implementation of course projects and works, pre-diploma practice and preparation of bachelor’s qualification work, which contributes to the formation of practical skills in designing, modeling and implementing innovative solutions in mechanical engineering.

The evaluation system consists of:

• Current control, which is conducted in the form of an oral survey or written express control in practical classes and lectures, in the form of student speeches when discussing issues in laboratory and practical classes, in the form of testing, etc. The results of the current control (current success) are the main information for determining the modular assessment, when conducting the assessment and are taken into account when determining the final examination grade for the discipline. Mastering of topics (current control) is monitored in laboratory and practical classes in accordance with specific goals, mastering of content modules (interim control) – in practical and final classes and/or individual semester work. The following means of diagnosing the level of students’ training are used:
1. test tasks;
2. solving problems;
3. performance of practical tasks;
4. performance of individual semester work.
Current control is carried out during lecture, laboratory, practical and individual classes.

• Semester final control of disciplines is a mandatory form of control of the student’s educational achievements. It is conducted in accordance with the curriculum in the form of a semester test or exam in the terms established by the schedule of the educational process. Includes semester exams and tests, defense of coursework (projects), defense of practice reports, public defense of qualification work.

Evaluation of educational achievements of higher education applicants is carried out: on a 100-point scale or on a two-point scale (passed – failed). Positive scores for all forms of control are scores from 60 to 100 points on a 100-point scale and a score of «credited» on a two-point scale. The limit of unsatisfactory learning according to the results of the final control is a score below 60 points on a 100-point scale or a score of «failed» on a two-point scale.

Achieving a grade of 60 points and above implies receiving positive grades for all mandatory types of current and semester control determined by the curriculum of the educational component.

Methods for evaluating learning outcomes for individual educational components are developed and implemented in accordance with the «Regulations on the Organization of the Educational Process at Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University» (implemented by the rector’s order dated April 4, 2025 No. 147) and are reflected in the work programs and syllabi of the relevant educational components.

Resource Provision

Educational components are taught by 6 teachers with appropriate qualifications. Among them are 1 doctor of science, professor, 2 candidates of science, associate professors. Scientific and pedagogical workers have experience in scientific and pedagogical activity, the level of scientific and professional activity in accordance with the current Licensing conditions for conducting educational activities.

The teaching of individual educational components and their parts involves the possibility of involving practitioners and competent experts in the field of mechanical engineering.

To implement the educational program, the «Metal Cutting Machines and Tools» department has a computer class for 25 workplaces with PowerShape, PowerMill, PowerInspect software from Autodesk; SolidWorks; Carveco; Thebes; machine park, including: 3 lathes and screw-cutting machines, 2 of which are CNC machines; 1 flat grinding machine; 1 Camaro CNC engraving and milling machine; 4 specialized sharpening machines; 2 gear cutting machines; 1 small-sized MDM milling machine-scanner; 1 modernized machine for electrical contact processing; measuring hand; 3D printer – 2 pcs.; 3 pcs. 3-D scanners: Creality Raptor X, Moose Intelligent 3D, Scan-D; 2 multi-channel dynamometers with a set of computerized ADC equipment; 1 profilometer-profilograph; 2 tribological machines; 3 devices for debugging tool blocks.

According to the requirements of the Licensing Conditions, the implementation of educational activities includes the resources of the scientific and technical library (http://www.zp.edu.ua/naukova-biblioteka). On the official website of Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic University https://zp.edu.ua/ and the official page of the department «Metal-cutting machines and tools» (https://wp.zp.edu.ua/department/metalorizalni-verstati-ta-instrumenti/) contains basic information on the implementation of educational activities under the educational program.

Educational and methodological support of the educational program was developed and approved: study plans, work programs, lecture notes, methodological instructions for laboratory and practical work, independent work of students. Educational and methodological materials for the educational program are periodically updated and adapted taking into account the goals of the educational program, the needs of stakeholders and modern trends in the development of technology and technology in the field of mechanical engineering. Access to educational and methodological materials is provided through the university-wide centralized platform https://moodle.zp.edu.ua/ and/or the repository https://eir.zp.edu.ua/home. Access and use of Zoom platform professional accounts in the educational process.

Program Competencies

Integral competence

IR. The ability of a person to solve complex specialized tasks and practical problems in a certain field of professional activity or in the learning process, which involves the application of certain theories and methods of relevant sciences and is characterized by the complexity and uncertainty of conditions

  • GC 1
    The ability to think abstractly
  • GC 2
    Ability to apply knowledge in practical situations
  • GC 3
    Ability to plan and manage time
  • GC 4
    Ability to search, process and analyze information from various sources
  • GC 5
    Ability to generate new ideas (creativity)
  • GC 6
    The ability to conduct research at a certain level
  • GC 7
    Ability to communicate in a foreign language
  • GC 8
    The ability to act socially and responsibly
  • GC 9
    Ability to motivate people and move towards a common goal
  • GC 10
    Skills in using information and communication technologies
  • GC 11
    Ability to work in a team
  • GC 12
    The ability to realize one's rights and responsibilities as a member of society, to be aware of the values of a civil (free democratic) society and the need for its sustainable development, the rule of law, the rights and freedoms of a person and a citizen in Ukraine
  • GC 13
    The ability to preserve and multiply moral, cultural, scientific values and achievements of society based on an understanding of the history and patterns of development of the subject area, its place in the general system of knowledge about nature and society and in the development of society, equipment and technologies, to use various types and forms of physical activity for active recreation and leading a healthy lifestyle
  • GC 14
    The ability to make decisions and act in accordance with the principle of inadmissibility of corruption and any other manifestations of dishonesty
  • GC 15
    Participate in the national resistance, defend the Motherland

  • SC 1
    Ability to apply typical analytical methods and computer software tools for solving engineering problems of industrial mechanical engineering, effective quantitative methods of mathematics, physics, engineering sciences, as well as appropriate computer software for solving engineering problems of industrial mechanical engineering
  • SC 2
    The ability to apply fundamental scientific facts, concepts, theories, principles to solve professional tasks and practical problems of industrial mechanical engineering
  • SC 3
    Ability to evaluate and ensure the quality of the work performed
  • SC 4
    The ability to implement engineering developments in industrial mechanical engineering, taking into account technical, organizational, legal, economic and environmental aspects throughout the life cycle of a machine: from design, construction, operation, maintenance, diagnostics and disposal
  • SC 5
    Ability to use computerized design systems and specialized application software to solve engineering tasks in the field of mechanical engineering
  • SC 6
    The ability to evaluate the technical and economic efficiency of typical systems and their components based on the application of analytical methods, analysis of analogues and the use of available data
  • SC 7
    The ability to make effective decisions regarding the selection of construction materials, equipment, processes and to combine theory and practice to solve an engineering task
  • SC 8
    The ability to realize creative and innovative potential in project development in the field of mechanical engineering
  • SC 9
    The ability to carry out commercial and economic activities in the field of mechanical engineering
  • SC 10
    The ability to develop plans and projects in the field of industrial mechanical engineering under uncertain conditions, aimed at achieving the goal taking into account existing limitations, to solve complex tasks and practical problems of improving product quality and its control
  • SC 11
    The ability to ensure the interchangeability of industrial engineering equipment parts during design; assign methods and means of control for parts and assemblies of different levels of complexity
  • SC 12
    The ability to possess basic knowledge and practical skills in the selection and application of modern software tools, including CAD/CAM systems, for modeling and/or designing industrial engineering products, tools, metalworking equipment and/or its elements; creation of control programs for machines with CNC
  • SC 13
    The ability to choose and justify metalworking equipment and tools for the implementation of technological production tasks

Program Learning Outcomes (PLO)

  • PLO 1
    Knowledge and understanding of the basics of technological, fundamental and engineering sciences, which are the basis of industrial mechanical engineering in the relevant field
  • PLO 2
    Knowledge and understanding of mechanics and mechanical engineering and their development prospects
  • PLO 3
    To know and understand systems of automatic management of objects and processes of industrial mechanical engineering, to have skills in their practical use
  • PLO 4
    Carry out engineering calculations to solve complex problems and practical problems in industrial mechanical engineering
  • PLO 5
    Analyze engineering objects, processes and methods
  • PLO 6
    Search for the necessary scientific and technical information in available sources, in particular, in a foreign language, analyze and evaluate it
  • PLO 7
    Prepare production and operate products using automatic life cycle support systems
  • PLO 8
    Understand the relevant methods and have the skills to design typical assemblies and mechanisms in accordance with the task
  • PLO 9
    Choose and apply the necessary equipment, tools and methods
  • PLO 10
    To understand the problems of labor protection and legal aspects of engineering activity in industrial mechanical engineering, the skills of forecasting the social and environmental consequences of the implementation of technical tasks
  • PLO 11
    Communicate freely with the engineering community orally and in writing in national and foreign languages
  • PLO 12
    Apply means of technical control to evaluate the parameters of objects and processes in industrial mechanical engineering
  • PLO 13
    Understand the structure and services of industrial engineering enterprises
  • PLO 14
    Develop machine parts and assemblies using automated design systems
  • PLO 15
    Understand and be able to ensure: interchangeability of parts of industrial machine building equipment depending on their functional purpose; creation, maintenance and improvement of quality at various levels of production and existence of products
  • PLO 16
    Know and be able to select and use CAD/CAM systems and other software tools to solve practical problems in accordance with the assigned task of modeling, technological and instrumental support of the production process, creating control programs for CNC machines
  • PLO 17
    To act in accordance with the principles of the rule of law, respect for human rights and freedoms, the values of a democratic society and sustainable development, showing a responsible civil position, which involves readiness to protect Ukraine and participate in national resistance in accordance with the law

Academic Mobility

It is carried out on the basis of the conclusion of cooperation agreements between Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic University and higher education institutions of Ukraine. Agreements on partnership relations and academic mobility have been concluded with higher education institutions of Ukraine, in particular: Kharkiv National Automobile and Road University, National Transport University, Yurii Kondratyuk National University Poltava Polytechnic, Admiral Makarov National Shipbuilding University. The procedure for the organization and implementation of academic mobility programs is regulated by the «Regulation on the procedure for the implementation of the right to academic mobility of participants in the educational process of Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic University»: https://zp.edu.ua/uploads/dept_nm/Polozhennia_pro_akademichnu_mobilnist.pdf

Governed by the Regulation on the Procedure for the Implementation of the Right to Academic Mobility of Participants of the Educational Process of Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University (https://zp.edu.ua/uploads/dept_nm/Polozhennia_pro_akademichnu_mobilnist.pdf), as well as on the basis of bilateral agreements between the Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University and higher education institutions of partner countries. Agreements on partnership relations and academic mobility have been concluded with foreign institutions of higher education, in particular: the Catholic University of Leuven (Belgium), the Technical University of Ilmenau (Germany), the Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts (Germany).

Foreign Students

Education is conducted in accordance with the current legislation of Ukraine on general terms after students have mastered the Ukrainian language course. Regulated by the Regulation on the Organization of Recruitment and Training (Internship) of Foreigners and Stateless Persons at Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University https://zp.edu.ua/uploads/dept_inter/pol_pro_org_naboru_ta_navch_inozemtsiv.pdf

Educational Components

Code Educational components of the EPP ECTS credits Final control form
Compulsory educational components
CC 1 Higher mathematics 10 exam
CC 2 Engineering graphics 6 exam
CC 3 Construction materials technology 4 balance
CC 4 Chemistry 3 exam
CC 5 Ukrainian language (by professional direction) 3 exam
CC 6 Foreign language 6 exam
CC 7 Health-preserving technologies and cooperation in functional development 3 balance
CC 8 Machining processes and their evolution 3 balance
CC 9 Physics 5 exam
CC 10 Materials Science 4 exam
CC 11 Theoretical mechanics 4 exam
CC 12 Ukrainian culture in the European context 3 balance
CC 13 Engineering workshop 3 balance
CC 14 Computer Science 4 exam
CC 15 Electrical Engineering 3 exam
CC 16 Resistance of materials 5 exam
CC 17 Life safety of a specialist with the basics of labor protection 3 diff. balance
CC 18 Theory of mechanisms and machines 4 Credit
CC 19 Basics of heat engineering and hydraulics 5 exam
CC 20 Political and legal system of Ukraine 3 balance
CC 21 Tribology 3 balance
CC 22 Quality management 4 exam
CC 23 Machine details 6 exam
CC 24 Interchangeability, standardization and technical measurements 8 exam
CC 25 Theory of cutting 5 exam
CC 26 CAD in the design of machines and tools 5 exam
CC 27 Metalworking equipment 12 exam
CC 28 Cutting tools and tooling for automated production 7.5 exam
CC 29 Technological foundations of mechanical engineering 4 exam
CC 30 Software processing in CAM systems 11.5 exam
CC 31 Operation and maintenance of machines 4 exam
CC 32 Economy by types of activity 3 balance
CC 36 Basics of national resistance 5 diff. balance
CC 33 Production practice 4.5 diff. balance
CC 34 Pre-diploma practice 4.5 diff. balance
CC 35 Graduation 9 diff. balance
Total number of compulsory educational components 180
Elective educational components
EC 1 Disciplines from the cathedral list for educational programs of the first level of higher education 36 balance
EC 2 Disciplines from the faculty (industry) list for educational programs of the first level of higher education 6 balance
EC 3 Disciplines from the university-wide list for educational programs of the first level of higher education (disciplines of institutional and personal development) 18 balance
Total volume of elective educational components 60
Total volume of the EPP 240

Attestation

Attestation of students of higher education in the educational and professional program «Metal cutting machines and systems» specialty G11 «Mechanical engineering (by specializations)», specialization G11.1 «Machines and tools» is carried out in the form of public defense of the bachelor’s qualification work (diploma project).

Qualification work should involve the solution of a complex specialized or practical problem of industrial mechanical engineering, characterized by complexity and uncertainty of conditions, with the application of theories and methods of mechanical engineering.

Qualification work should not contain academic plagiarism, fabrication, falsification.

Qualification work is published in the repository of NU «Zaporizka Polytechnic»

In accordance with the «Regulations of the National Repository of Academic Texts»

Publication of qualification works containing information with limited access is carried out in accordance with the requirements of the current legislation of Ukraine.

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