Zhejiang University of Technology

I.      Educational Objectives

         The program is committed to cultivating qualified engineering technical talents with the knowledge of engineering science, engineering expertise and management, with the ability to analyze problems, solve problems, organize management, cooperation and exchange and self-learning, with innovative consciousness, social responsibility, professional ethics and humanistic  accomplishment.  Graduates shall be able to work in the field of mechanical engineering and related fields, engaging in production operation and technical management, engineering design, technology development and scientific research, and to solve complex engineering problems.

The above training objectives can be summarized as the following four aspects:

  1.    Effective application of mechanical engineering disciplines in engineering science,  engineering

expertise and management knowledge, to solve complex engineering problems;

2.    Equipped abundant engineering experience, deep understanding of the characteristics of theengineering department, management system and quality standards, students are able to put forward professional independent technical insights, can undertake jobs like mechanical engineering complex problem research, mechanical system design and development, project management;

3.    Ability to manage teamwork and coordinate the activities of the project, correctly understand  the role of the project team positioning, and organize the development of work plans and effective implementation;

4.    Ability to cope with the challenges of technological development, master new technologies, implement technological innovation, have the concept of sustainable development and international perspective.

      II.   Graduation Requirements

        The main modules in this program are basic theory of mechanical engineering, professional techniques and engineering skills, engineering practice training, training practical ability and engineering innovation ability. The cultivation requirements are achieved as follows:

1.    Engineering knowledge: An ability to apply mathematics, natural sciences, engineering fundamentals and professional knowledge to solve complex engineering problems.

2.    Problem Analysis: An ability to apply mathematics, natural science and basic principles, identification, and expression of engineering science, to obtain effective conclusions through literature research and analysis of complex engineering problems .

3.    Design / develop solutions: An ability to design solutions for complex engineering problems, design systems, units (components) or processes that meet specific needs, and be able to embody innovation awareness in the design process, taking into account social, health, safety, law, cultural andenvironmental factors.

4.    Research: An ability to study complex engineering problems based on scientific principles and scientific methods, including designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and obtaining reasonable and effective conclusions through information synthesis.

5.    Modern tools application: An ability to develop, select and use appropriate technologies, resources, modern engineering tools and information technology tools for complex engineering problems, including predictions and simulations of complex engineering problems, as well as to understand their limitations.

6.    Engineering and Society: An ability to conduct rational analysis based on engineering- related background knowledge, evaluate the impact of professional engineering practices and complex engineering problem solutions on society, health, safety, law and culture, and understand the responsibilities that should be borne.

7.    Environment and sustainable development: An ability to understand and evaluate the impact   of engineering practices on environmental and social sustainable development.

8.    Occupational norms: A recognition of humanities and social science literacy, social responsibility, and an ability to understand and comply with engineering ethics and norms, and fulfill responsibilities in engineering practice.

9.      Individuals and Teams: An ability to take on individual, team member, and leader in a multi- disciplinary team.

10. Communication: An ability to communicate effectively with industry peers and the public on complex engineering issues, including writing reports and design submissions, presenting statements, clearly expressing or responding to directives. A recognition of certain international perspective, and an ability to communicate and exchange under the cross-cultural background.

11.  Project management: An ability to understand and master the principles of engineering management and economic decision-making methods, and to apply in a multi-disciplinary environment.

12.   Lifelong learning: An ability to continue to learn and adapt to development, with self-learning and lifelong learning awareness.

III. Core Disciplines

             Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Control Engineering.

 

IV. Professional Core Courses

Calculus, College Physics, English, Engineering Graphics, Theoretical Mechanics, Mechanics of Materials, Theory of Machines and Mechanisms, Machine Design, Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering, Basic on Electrotechnics, Driving Control in Mechatronics Systems, Principle Microcomputer, Automatic Control Theory.

V.   Courses Instructed Bilingually (in Chinese & English) or in English

              Taught in English.

            VI. Length of Study 

             4 years.

            

             VII.Degree

             Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering. 

      

             VIII.Basic requirements for credit

             Graduation credit requirements:150.5 Credits.