Master's Degree in "Advanced Industrial Manufacturing Systems". Department of Mechanical Engineering. Faculty of Engineering. Piraeus University of Applied Sciences (former Technological Educational Institute of Piraeus).

Description

The graduate of the programme has the following:

Knowledge and skills:
- Creation of structures with computer-based Advanced Industrial Design and Products Production Systems (CAD-CAM-CAE), and Reverse Engineering techniques.
- Understanding the principles of Computational Mechanics and using finite element software with evaluation of results (stresses, deformations) in structures under complex loading conditions.
- Analysis and solving of problems related to plastic deformation.
- Description of features, structure and properties of modern materials.
- Identification and description of simulation capabilities of multi-axis machining (CAM).
- Recognition and use of material removal methods of composite surfaces for use in digitally driven CNC tools.
- Application of optimization techniques in machining processes simulation using PC.
- Understanding international business environment and framework evaluation for business activities.
- Analysis of strategies for successful research using appropriate methods.
- Understanding the basic principles of Mechatronics and control of automation applications.
- Definition, description and understanding of Quality optimization tools in industrial production.
- Managing complex research problem with methodological clarification of objectives.
- Search of literature aimed at an integrated approach to the problem at issue.
- Implementation of research results to solve problems in the industry.
- Study and analysis of structural characteristics of industrial devices.
- Clarification and evaluation of structure and properties of advanced materials that influence the production process.
- Description and critical analysis of quality management systems.
- Application of optimization techniques in machining processes simulation using PC.
- Analysis of construction structures such as robots, and of their embedded systems, such as sensors.
- Demonstrate critical analysis at the postgraduate level, in a concise, clear and objective way.

Capacities:
- Evaluation of solid and surface modelling techniques and reverse engineering techniques.
- Analysis of quality management systems, particularly in industry.
- Design of research program by applying appropriate techniques for successful completion, setting and respecting time and cost criteria.
- Selection of a suitable advanced material and appropriate procedures for the manufacture of a product for specific applications.
- Application of appropriate techniques to create robotic systems and of advanced techniques for optimizing automation processes.
- Design of an impeccable and systematic research methodology, as well as presentation and justification of research findings in a concise, coherent and structured manner.

Learning outcomes:
- Advanced Industrial Design Systems and computer-based Products Production Systems.
- Mechatronics, Robotics and Automation Systems.
- Finite Elements Machining (FEM).
- Use of Advanced Materials in structures (Ceramics, Polymers, Composites).
- Management of Research Works, Entrepreneurship and Total Quality Management.

Further Information

The Master's program is provided in cooperation with the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Computing of Kingston University London. The qualification is awarded by Kingston University London.
The Program aims to:
• strengthen the rational and efficient approach to contemporary techno-economic issues
equip engineers with the necessary skills to use modern techniques in the construction industry
develop and expand administrative capabilities of engineers.

Program Innovations:
• The thesis is mainly prepared within the industry and, in general, in the student’s employment body, thereby connecting taught scientific methods to the needs of industry.
The modules offered have a duration of 60 teaching hours each, as follows:
• Engineering Research Techniques, Entrepreneurship & Quality Management.
• Advanced CAD/CAM Systems.
• Mechatronic Design & Automation.
• Advanced Stress Analysis & Materials.
• Use of Advanced Materials in structures (Ceramics, Polymers, Composites).
• Thesis preparation.

Relation To Employment

The title is not necessary for the exercise of the profession.

Transitions

Access to this type of qualification have those who hold a Bachelor Degree (level 6). The selection of graduate students is mainly based on the following criteria: the overall grade of the Bachelor Degree, the grades in undergraduate courses that are relevant with the subjects of the Master’s program, the performance in thesis, where is foreseen at the undergraduate level and any research activity of the candidate. The detailed application of the above mentioned criteria, the definition of additional criteria or the conducting of examinations and interviews, the results of which are taken into account in the selection, are determined by decision of the relevant Department.
Holders of such qualifications gain access to study programmes at the same level or at level 8.

Ways To Aquire

Qualifications of this type are acquired via formal education.