Applied Mechanics
9.131.00.00 Applied Mechanics
Qualification awarded: Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering by Specialty of Applied mechanics (by types)
Entry year: 2024
Mode of study: full
Program duration: 4 years
Institute: Department of Doctoral and Post-graduate studies
Number of credits: 43
Level of qualification according to the National Qualification Framework and the European Qualifications Framework: NQF Level 8 (Third cycle of QF-EHEA / EQF Level 8)
Field(s) of study: Mechanical engineering
Specific admission requirements: No
Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning: If the previous level was obtained in another country, nostrification is required, which is carried out by Lviv Polytechnic.
Qualification requirements and regulations, including graduation requirements: Study of the educational component of the educational and research program, the term of the educational component of the program is 2 years, defense of the dissertation
Characteristics of the educational program: The educational component of the program is implemented over 4 semesters, lasting 43 credits. It has disciplines in the corresponding 3 cycles, which provide: general scientific and professional competencies, universal research skills, and disciplines of the applicant's free choice.
Програмні результати навчання: 1. Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of mechanical engineering, dynamics and strength of machines, mechanical engineering technology, welding and diagnostics of metal structures, which will allow to critically analyze the situation in the field of mechanical engineering;
2. The ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge in the chosen field of research for the successful organization and conduct of research in applied mechanics, successful public defense of their results at scientific seminars and specialized academic councils;
3. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of modern achievements of innovative technologies in mechanical engineering;
4. Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the impact of technical solutions in the social, economic and social context.
5. Search, analyze and critically evaluate scientific and technical information from various sources, including foreign ones;
6. Apply knowledge and understanding to solve problems of synthesis and analysis of elements and systems characteristic of the chosen field of research;
7. Investigate and model phenomena and processes in complex mechanical systems;
8. To apply a systematic approach, integrating knowledge from other disciplines and taking into account non-technical aspects, in solving theoretical and applied problems of the chosen field of research;
9. To combine theory and practice, as well as to make decisions and develop a strategy for solving scientific and applied problems, taking into account universal human values, public, state and industrial interests;
10. To work effectively both individually and as part of a team;
11. Independently perform experimental research and apply research skills;
12. Evaluate the feasibility and possibility of applying new methods and technologies in the synthesis of mechanical systems;
13. Argue the choice of methods for solving a scientific and applied problem, critically evaluate the results obtained and defend the decisions made;
14. Systematically comprehend and apply creative abilities to the formation of fundamentally new ideas in the field of mechanical engineering;
15. Critically evaluate the results of research and make and defend appropriate decisions;
12. To use in scientific and pedagogical practice knowledge of mechanical engineering, methodological tools of cognition, to analyze the obtained research results within the framework of existing theories, to draw reasonable conclusions.
13. Ability to communicate effectively at professional and social levels, including in a foreign language;
14. Ability to present and discuss the results obtained and to transfer the acquired knowledge.
15. Ability to adapt to new conditions, make decisions independently and initiate original research and innovation complex projects;
16. Ability to recognize the need for lifelong learning in order to deepen the acquired and acquire new professional knowledge;
17. Ability to take responsibility for the work performed and achieve the goal in compliance with the requirements of professional ethics.
18. Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the basic environmental principles, occupational health and safety and their application.
Academic mobility: On the basis of bilateral agreements between Lviv Polytechnic National University and technical universities of Ukraine and higher education institutions of foreign partner countries.
Work placement(s): Pedagogical workshop
Programme director: Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor Vadym Stupnytskyy
Occupational profiles of graduates: Jobs in research institutes, higher education institutions, research centers, research and production companies and mechanical engineering enterprises in scientific, scientific and pedagogical, research and production, and management positions in mechanical engineering
Other program features: The educational component of the program is implemented over 4 semesters, lasting 43 credits and has disciplines in the corresponding 3 cycles, which provide: general scientific and professional competencies, universal research skills and disciplines of the applicant's free choice