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FACULTY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING AND

MECHATRONICS

LIST OF COURSES FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2017/2018

If you have any questions regarding courses please contact person responsible for the course or faculty

coordinator directly.

Course title Person responsible for the

course

Semester

(winter/summer)

ECTS

points

Aging and stabilization of polymers dr hab. inż. Anna Szymczyk winter/summer 3

Applications of superconductors dr hab. inż. Monika

Lewandowska winter/summer 4

Communicating in Science and Engineering Dr Hab. Janusz Typek winter/summer 2

Critical thinking Dr Hab. Janusz Typek winter/summer 2

Dimensional Analysis, Scaling and Modeling for

Engineers Dr Hab. Janusz Typek winter/summer 2

Functional Materials Dr Hab. Janusz Typek winter/summer 4

Measurement Uncertainty: Methods and

Applications Dr Hab. Janusz Typek winter/summer 3

Physics of Renewable Energy Sources Dr Hab. Janusz Typek winter/summer 3

Basics of control theory for linear systems

Andrzej BODNAR, Prof.

Arkadiusz Parus, Prof.

(15 Labs)

Winter or summer 5

Basis of Mechanical Engineering Technology Janusz CIELOSZYK, PhD Winter or summer 5

Basis of technology manufacturing molds and dies Janusz CIELOSZYK, PhD Winter or summer 4

Computer simulation of machines and processes


(26 Lectures, 10 Labs)

Andrzej Jardzioch, Prof.

(4 Lectures, 5 Labs)

Winter or summer 5

Electric drives


(30 Lectures),

Arkadiusz Parus, DSc.

(15 Laboratory)

Winter or summer 4

Electrical engineering Andrzej BODNAR, Prof. Winter or summer 5

Electronics Andrzej BODNAR, Prof. Winter or summer 5

Elements of reliability Andrzej BODNAR, Prof. Winter or summer 3

Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering and

Electronics Mariusz ORŁOWSKI, PhD Winter or summer 5

Introduction to mechatronics Andrzej BODNAR, Prof. Winter or summer 3

Mathematical statistics Marcin CHODŹKO, D.Sc. Eng Winter or summer 2

Metal machining Janusz CIELOSZYK, PhD Summer 5

Modelling and Simulation of Manufacturing

Systems

Andrzej JARDZIOCH, Prof. (30

Lectures), Bartosz Skobiej (15

Laboratory)

Winter or summer 5

2

Modern processes in manufacturing Janusz CIELOSZYK, PhD Winter or summer 4

Monitoring of machine tools and machining

processes Andrzej BODNAR, Prof. Winter or summer 4

Основы робототехники Piotr PAWLUKOWICZ, PhD Winter or summer 4

Steuerung von flexiblen Bearbeitungssystemen Andrzej JARDZIOCH, Prof. Winter or summer 5

Biomass energy dr hab. inż.

Anna Majchrzycka winter/summer 4

Energy storage dr hab. inż. Aleksandra

Borsukiewicz -Gozdur winter/summer 3

Heat transfer dr hab. inż.


Power generation technologies dr hab. inż.Aleksandra

Borsukiewicz -Gozdur Summer 4

Pumps, fans and compressors prof. nadzw. dr hab. inż.

Zbigniew Zapałowicz winter/summer 3

Renewable energy sources dr hab. inż. Aleksandra

Borsukiewicz -Gozdur winter 4

Solar Energy prof. nadzw. dr hab. inż.


Steam and gas turbines prof. nadzw. dr hab. inż.


Thermodynamics dr hab. inż.


Polymer Processing II Magdalena Urbaniak Ph.D. Eng. summer 5

BIOCOMPOSITES IN TECHNICAL APPLICATIONS Andrzej BŁĘDZKI Prof. winter/summer

5

BIOBASED MATERIALS Andrzej BŁĘDZKI Prof. winter/summer

4

CERAMICS Jerzy NOWACKI, Prof. winter/summer

4

CORROSION PROTECTION Anna BIEDUNKIEWICZ, Prof. winter/summer

4

MANUFACTURING TECHNIQUES I -

METALCASTING Małgorzata GARBIAK, PhD

winter/summer 5

METAL AND CERAMIC COMPOSITES Jerzy NOWACKI, Prof. winter/summer

3

METALLIC MATERIALS Walenty JASIŃSKI, Prof. winter/summer

5

NANOMATERIALS Anna BIEDUNKIEWICZ, Prof. winter/summer

3

POLYMER MATERIALS II Zbigniew ROSŁANIEC, Prof. winter/summer

5

POLYMER PROCESSING I Magdalena KWIATKOWSKA,

PhD

winter/summer 5

RECYCLING I Andrzej BŁĘDZKI Prof. winter/summer

2

SURFACE ENGINEERING Jolanta BARANOWSKA, Prof. winter/summer

5

3

Course title AGING AND STABILIZATION OF POLYMERS

Field of study materials engineering, polymer processing

Teaching method lecture

Person responsible

for the course Anna Szymczyk, PhD

E-mail address to the person

responsible for the course [email protected]

Course code

(if applicable) ECTS points 3

Type of course optional Level of course bachelor

Semester winter or summer Language of instruction English

Hours per week 1 Hours per semester 15

Objectives of the

course

This course aims for providing a profound understanding problems of aging of polymers and

their thermal and thermo-oxidative degradation, and methods of prevention of thermal and

thermo-oxidative degradation, prediction of their life time.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Basics of physical and organic chemistry.

Course contents

Chemical aging, physical aging, aging models and prediction of life time; Diffusion and

solubility of oxygen in polymers; Testing and characterization of polymer stability; Thermal

and thermo-oxidative degradation, photo-degradation, biodegradation, mechanical

degradation; Hydrolysis and depolymerisation; Degradation of polymers during processing in

the melt. Stabilizers. Stabilization against thermo-oxidative degradation. Stabilization against

photo-oxidative degradation; Influence of metals, fillers, and pigments on stability and

degradation.

Assessment methods - written test

Grading: homework problems: 20%, test 80%.

Learning outcomes

Student will acquire the knowledge about of mechanisms of aging and degradation of

different types of polymers, an understanding of the implications of thermal degradation on

material and product performance. Student will acquire ability of choosing of suitable

stabilizers to prevent their degradation during processing and use ready products.

Required readings

1) Neiman, M. B. , Aging and stabilization of polymers, Springer, 2012.

2) Zweife H.l, Stabilization of polymeric materials, Springer-Verlag Heidelberg 1998.

3) K. Pielichowski, J. Njuguna, Thermal degradation of polymeric materials, Rapra

Technology, 2005.

4) T. R. Crompton, Thermo-oxidative Degradation of Polymers, Smithers Rapra, 2010.

Supplementary

readings

1) S. H. Hamid, Handbook of Polymer Degradation, Second Edition, Taylor & Francis, 2000.

2) N. C. Billingham, Degradation and Stabilization of Polymers, Materials Science and

Technology, Wiley –VCH, 2013.

Additional

information n/a

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Course title APPLICATIONS OF SUPERCONDUCTORS

Field of study Engineering Sciences, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Technology

Teaching method Lecture / workshop / laboratory

Person responsible for

the course

Monika Lewandowska,

PhD, DSc

E-mail address to the

person responsible for the

course

[email protected]

Course code


Type of course Optional Level of course Bachelor / master /doctoral

Semester Winter or summer Language of instruction English

Hours per week 3

(1 L + 1 W +1 Lab) Hours per semester 45

Objectives of the

course

The course graduates should acquire:

knowledge of basic classes of superconducting materials and their properties,

ability of selection of materials for given practical applications,

ability of solving simple practical exercises related to cooling of superconducting

magnets,

ability to communicate effectively and work well on team-based projects.

Entry requirements /

prerequisites

Basic knowledge of electromagnetism, fluid mechanics and thermodynamics is expected.

Ability of solving numerically simple differential equations would be highly useful but not

required.

Course contents

Phenomenon of superconductivity. Brief history of superconductors. Conditions for the

superconducting-normal state transition, critical parameters. Superconducting materials and

their characteristics. Thermal stability of technical superconductors. Cooling of

superconducting devices. Quench protection. Selected applications of superconductors:

superconducting cables and current leads, superconducting magnets, Superconducting

Magnetic Energy Storage (SMES) systems, current limiters, superconductors in accelerators

and fusion technology.

Assessment methods

Assessment of laboratory reports

Project work

Continuous assessment

Learning outcomes

Knowledge of basic classes of superconducting materials and their properties in order to

select a proper material for a given application.

An ability to apply a knowledge of mathematics, computer science, and technology to

problems related to cooling of superconducting magnets.

An ability: to conduct standard tests and measurements; to analyze, and interpret

experimental results, and to apply experimental results to predict processes.

Required readings

1. M.N. Wilson: Superconducting Magnets.

2. Y. Iwasa: Case studies in Superconducting Magnets. Design and Operational Issues. (2nd

edition)

Supplementary

readings

1. B. Seeber: Handbook of Applied Superconductivity.

2. R.G. Sharma: Superconductivity. Basics and Applications to Magnets.

3. Thomas J. Dolan (Editor): Magnetic Fusion Technology

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Additional

information Class limit to 10 students.

Course title COMMUNICATING IN SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING

Field of study Science, Technology, and Engineering Studies

Teaching method Lecture and recitation


the course Dr. Hab. Janusz Typek



Course code


Type of course Optional Level of course Bachelor/Master/Doctoral


Hours per week Lecture 2 Hours per semester Lecture 30

Objectives of the

course

The course will teach you how to use English to carry out activities at university, such as

understanding English language science books, writing lab reports, emails, preparing a

presentation, writing master and engineering degree thesis, dealing with referees and editors,

making phone calls, and socializing at university and conferences.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Basics of English, physics and mathematics fundamentals.

Course contents

A review of basic notions in mathematics, physics and chemistry. Reading mathematical

expressions. Characteristics of materials (metals, ceramics, polymers, composites, advanced

materials). English for scientific correspondence and socializing. Preparation of lab reports.

Preparation and delivering seminar and presentation. Writing research essays and papers.

Assessment methods 2 project works (50%), oral presentation (20%), continuous assessment (20%), attendance

(10%).

Learning outcomes

Student will be able to read mathematical expressions, give short characteristics of different

types of materials, write CV, prepare lab report, prepare ppt presentation, deliver a seminar,

write research paper, write engineering theses.

Required readings

1. Heather Silyn-Roberts, Writing for Science and Engineering, Butterworth-Heinemann,

2002

2. Iris Eisenbach, English for Materials Science and Engineering, Vieweg+Teubner Verlag |

Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden GmbH 2011

Supplementary

readings

1. D. Halliday, R. Resnick, J. Walker, Fundamentals of Physics, Wiley 2013

2. A. Wallwork, English for Academic Correspondence and Socializing, Springer 2011

Additional

information Limit of 10 students in the class

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Course title CRITICAL THINKING

Field of study Science and Engineering

Teaching method Lecture

Person responsible

for the course Dr. Hab. Janusz Typek



Course code





Objectives of the

course

To increase the ability to reason well and to improve the analytical skills. To teach elementary

methods of building strong arguments. To aid in understanding the essential principles

involved in the practice of reasoned decision making. To develop writing skills.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Basics of mathematical logic.

Course contents

Reasoning from evidence; Fallacies and logic; Truth, knowledge and belief; Identifying flaws

in the argument; Evaluating sources of evidence; Scientific method and critical reasoning;

Inductive and deductive reasoning

Assessment methods Essay (40%), oral presentation (40%), continuous assessment (20%).

Learning outcomes

The student will be able to: recognise the arguments of specialist authors; locate arguments

in key texts; engage with the arguments used by both experts and their peers; produce better

critical analytical writing of their own for marked assignments; recognise the difference

between critical analysis and other kinds of writing (e.g. description).

Required readings 1. T. Bowell and G. Kemp, Critical thinking: A concise guide, Routledge, 2015

2. S. Cottrell, Critical thinking skills, Palgrave Macmillan, 2005.

Supplementary

readings 1. M. Cohen, Critical thinking skills for dummies, John Wiley and Sons, 2015

Additional

information Class limit of 10 students.

Course title DIMENSIONAL ANALYSIS, SCALING AND MODELING FOR ENGINEERS

Field of study Mechanical Engineering


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Person responsible




Course code


Type of course Optional Level of course Bachelor/Master



Objectives of the

course

To gain knowledge and be able to use dimensional analysis in engineering application, also

involving scaling and modeling.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites General knowledge of physics and mathematics.

Course contents

Basic and derived units of measurements. Scales of units and conversion between different

systems of units. Dimensions and dimensional consistency of equations. Dimensionless

quantities, equations and relationships. Buckingham's Pi Theorem. Forming dimensionless

relationships, writing governing equations in terms of dimensionless variables. Similarity and

model testing. Use of Dimensional Analysis to design experiments and present experimental

data.

Assessment methods Project work (65%), continuous assessment (20%), attendance (15%)

Learning outcomes

Student will be able to convert between different measuring systems, produce dimensionless

groups from a given set of physical quantities, understand the importance of dimensionless

presentation of physical relationships, use dimensional analysis to simplify problems and to

aid in planning experiments.

Required readings 1. T. Szirtes, Dimensional analysis and modeling, Elsevier 2007

2. J. Kunes, Similarity and modeling in science and engineering, Springer 2012

Supplementary

readings 1. Q.-M. Tan, Dimensional Analysis, Springer 2011.

Additional

information Class limit to 10 students

Course title FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS

Field of study Materials Science, Engineering

Teaching method Lecture and four laboratory experiments.

Person responsible




Course code



8


Hours per week Lecture 2+laboratory 2 Hours per semester Lecture 30+laboratory

30

Objectives of the

course

Knowledge of basic classes of functional and multifunctional materials. Understanding of

dependence of their specific properties on their structure. Ability of selection of materials and

their structure for given practical applications.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites

Basic knowledge of solid materials and electromagnetism is expected. Knowledge of

condensed matter physics on the level of typical undergraduate course is highly useful but

not required.

Course contents

Electronic structure of materials (band structure in crystalline solids, classification of materials

based on their electronic structure). Semiconducting materials (basic properties of

semiconductors, transport properties, heterostructures and their applications). Magnetic

materials (magnetic ordering, magnetic materials: metals, alloys, ferromagnetic oxides, and

compounds, magnetic resonance). Functional nanomaterials. Lab experiments with

semiconductors (solar cells), ferroelectrics, piezoelectrics, ferromagnets.

Assessment methods Laboratory reports (70%) continuous assessment (15%) attendance (15%)

Learning outcomes Student will know the main characteristics of functional materials and the methods to

obtain them. Student will be able to choose a proper material for specific applications.

Required readings 1. Handbook of Nanophysics: Functional nanomaterials, ed. Klaus D. Sattler, CRC Press,

2011.

Supplementary

readings 1. F. Duan, J. Guojun, Introduction to Condensed Matter Physics, World Scientific, 2005.

Additional

information The class should be less than 10 students.

Course title MEASUREMENT UNCERTAINTY: METHODS AND APPLICATIONS

Field of study Science and Engineering

Teaching method Lectures with laboratory experiments

Person responsible




Course code




Hours per week Lecture 1 + Laboratory 1 Hours per semester Lectures 15

Laboratory 15

Objectives of the

course

To present methods of uncertainty calculations and to teach skills to use this knowledge in

practical applications.

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Entry requirements/

prerequisites Basic mathematics and statistics.

Course contents

Basic concepts (uncertainty, error, probability distribution), evaluation of standard uncertainty

(type A and B), combined and expanded standard uncertainty, graphical presentation of data,

fitting functions to data, computer programs for calculations of uncertainties (Statistica,

Origin, Excel), hypothesis testing, preparation of lab reports.

Assessment methods Lab reports (50%), final test (35%). Attendance (15%)

Learning outcomes Student will be able to calculate uncertainties, present them in graphical form, understand

their meaning, prepare lab reports.

Required readings

1. Guide to the expression of uncertainty in measurement, 2010, BIPM’s website

(www.bipm.org).

2. An introduction to the “Guide to the expression of uncertainty in measurement”, 2009,

BIPM’s website (www.bipm.org).

Supplementary

readings

1. H. J. C. Berendsen, A Student’s Guide to Data and Error Analysis, Cambridge University

Press, 2011.

Additional

information Limit of 10 students in the class.

Course title PHYSICS OF RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES

Field of study Mechanical and Electrical Engineering

Teaching method Lectures and four laboratory experiments.

Person responsible




Course code




Hours per week Lecture 2+laboratory 1 Hours per semester Lecture 30+ laboratory

15

Objectives of the

course

To understand physical ideas and issues associated with renewable forms of energy. To gain

experience in dealing with practical applications.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites

General knowledge of physics and mathematics. Ability to perform laboratory measurements,

general knowledge of measurement techniques and basics of data processing.

http://www.bipm.org/

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Course contents

Lectures: Introduction to solar energy. Introduction to photovoltaic, band structure of solid

state, photovoltaic effect, characteristics of the solar cells. Wind energy-wind power, Betz’ law,

basic parameters of the wind, wind turbines. Water energy, ocean energy (OTEC, tidal, wave,

salinity difference), conversion of water energy. Origin of geothermal energy, geothermal

energy systems, heat pumps. Biomass energy and biomass energy systems. Technologies

devoted to storage and transfer. Four laboratory experiments with: photovoltaic solar cells,

heat pump, solar collector, wind energy.

Assessment methods Laboratory reports (70%), continuous assessment (15%), attendance (15%)

Learning outcomes Student will be able to measure important characteristics of alternative energy sources,

understand their operation and the physical laws governing their action.

Required readings 1. C. Julien Chen, Physics of Solar Energy, Wiley 2011

2. Instructions to lab experiments, web page: www.typjan.zut.edu

Supplementary

readings

1. S. A. Kalogirou, Solar Energy Engineering, Elsever 2009

2. R. Gasch, J. Twele (Eds.), Wind power plants, Springer 2012

Additional

information Class limit to 10 students

Course title BIOCOMPOSITES IN TECHNICAL APPLICATIONS

Field of study Materials science and engineering

Teaching method lecture / laboratory


the course Prof. Andrzej Błędzki



Course code

(if applicable) WIMIM-1-53-L ECTS points 5

Type of course Optional Level of course Bachelor

Semester Summer and winter Language of instruction English

Hours per week L – 2

Lab – 2 Hours per semester

L – 30

Lab – 30

Objectives of the

course

This course is aimed at giving an introduction to biocomposites used widely in technical

applications

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Completed courses of Polymer Materials II and Polymer Processing I

Course contents Biomaterials: basic concepts of biocompability; biopolymers and biocomposites and their

application; application in automotive, packaging and construction industry

Assessment methods Grade, essays, project work

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Learning outcomes

Student gains a knowledge on: the basic concept of polymer biocomposites, definitions,

biocompatibility, the key factors govern the biocomposites performance, the production and

processing methods, methods of characterization, areas of applications

Required readings

1. Bastioli C., Handbook of Biodegradable Polymers, Rapra Technology Limited, Shawbury,

2005.

2. Pickering K. L., Properties and performance of natural-fibre composites, Woodhead

Publishing, Cambridge, 2008.

3. Mohanty A. K., Misra M., Drzal L. T., Natural fibres, biopolymers and Biocomposites, CRC

Press, Boca Raton, 2005.

4. Baillie C., Green composites

Supplementary

readings -

Additional

information None

Course title BIOBASED MATERIALS


Teaching method Lecture / training


the course

Prof. A. Bledzki

Prof. A.Biedunkiewicz

Dr M.Kwiatkowska



Course code

(if applicable) WIMIM-1-54-Z ECTS points 4

Type of course obligatory Level of course Bachelor

Semester summer and winter Language of instruction English


T – 1 Hours per semester

L – 30

T - 15

Objectives of the

course

Providing students knowledge about biomaterials of different origin: metals, ceramics and

polymers, the basic concepts and applications

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Knowledge about Fundamentals of materials science and chemistry

Course contents

Lectures: Biomaterials: definisions and classification, basic concepts of biocompatibility;

natural biopolymers and bio-based polymers and reinforcements in the biocomposites and

their applications, bio-based materials for medical application.

Laboratory: manufacturing of the selected biomaterials; characterization of the structural

properties of the selected biomaterials

Assessment methods Grade / essay on given subject

Learning outcomes Student gains a knowledge on: definitions and fundamental classification of biomaterials,

their specific features and properties, fields of application.

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Required readings

1. Ratner B.D., Biomaterials Science, Academic Press, New York 1996

2. Mohanty A.K., Misra M., Drzal L.T., Natural fibres, biopolymers and biocomposites, CRC

Press, Boca Raton, 2005

3. Yoruç A.B.H., Şener B. C. (2012). Biomaterials, A Roadmap of Biomedical Engineers and

Milestones,Edited by Prof. Sadik Kara, ISBN 978-953-51-0609-8; InTech, Available from:

http://www.intechopen.com/books/a-roadmap-of-biomedical-engineers-and-

milestones/biomater

4. Scientific papers recommended by lecturer

Supplementary

readings

1. Bastioli C., Handbook of Biodegradable Polymers, Rapra Technology Ltd., Shawbury,

2005

Additional

information None

Course title CERAMICS




the course Prof. Jerzy Nowacki



Course code


Type of course compulsory Level of course Bachelor / master /

doctoral




L – 30

Lab – 15

Objectives of the

course

Approach to knowledge; essence and technology of ceramics. To acquire ability of selection

and design of ceramics for machine, structures, and machine and devices elements.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Basses of Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics.

Course contents

1. Ceramics structure and general properties.

2. Types and characterisation of ceramics.

3. Raw materials and clay products.

4. Forming techniques.

5. Glasses.

6. Glass ceramics.

7. Oxide ceramics.

8. Carbide ceramics.

9. Nitride creamics.

10. Other ceramics.

11. Refractories.

12. Application of advanced ceramics.

13. Nanoceramics.

14. Bioceramics.

15. Ceramics in art and handcraft.

16. Vitrified bonds.

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Assessment methods In order to obtain the credit is attendance at classes, and passing the written exam or

preparation of essay - to be chosen by students.

Learning outcomes

Acquisition of knowledge on the structure and properties of ceramic materials for their

production techniques. Shaping the skills of selection of ceramic materials to given

conditions.

Required readings

1. Low It - Meng (Jim). Red Ceramic matrix composites : microstructure, properties and

applications - Boca Raton [etc] : CRC Press ; Cambridge : Woodhead Publshing Limited,

2009,

2. Askelland R., The Science and Engineering of Materials, Cengage Larning, Stamford, 2011,

6th Edition,

3. Callister W., Materials Science and Engineering, John Wiley & Sons Inc., New York, 2007,

4. Kalpakian S., Manufacturing Engineering and technology, Pearson, Singapore, 2010

Supplementary

readings

1. Bansal Narottam P. Red Handbook of ceramic composites - Boston : Kluwer Academic

Publ., 2010,

2. Ashby, Mike and Johnson, Kara 'Materials and Design, the Art and Science of Materials

Selection in Product Design' Butterworth Heinemann, Oxford, 2008,

Additional

information

Teaching methods: informative lecture, movie, discussion, powder point presentation,

consultations, exercises, work with a book.

Course title CORROSION PROTECTION


Teaching method Lecture/Laboratory


the course

Prof. Anna

Biedunkiewicz



Course code






L – 15

Lab. – 30

Objectives of the

course

Making students knowledge and understanding about corrosion phenomenon in order to

appreciation of the main reason of the constructions destruction and erosion and in order

to aware using of the methods in protection; skills in materials selection for application to

work in difficult conditions, and selection of protection methods.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Knowledge about general chemistry, physics and materials science

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Course contents

Lectures: Corrosion principles. Forms of corrosion. Corrosion testing. Materials selection:

metals and alloys, metal purification, non-metallic materials. Alteration of environment:

changing medium, inhibitors. Design: wall thickness, design rules. Cathodic and anodic

protection: protective currents, anode selection, prevention of stray-current effects. Coatings:

metallic, other inorganic and organic. Economic considerations. Corrosion control standards.

Pollution control.

Laboratory: Polarization phenomenon. Passivity and activity of metals. Pitting corrosion.

Potentiodynamic curves - corrosion properties test of carbon steel, conventional stainless

steel, aluminium alloys, copper alloys, titanium alloys. SST. Galvanic corrosion – welding joint.

Oxidation kinetics. Electrochemical etching.

Assessment methods written exam (lectures) (50%) and home prepared essay on a given subject

- grade on the basis continuous assessment during the trainings

Learning outcomes

Student gains a knowledge on: definitions and fundamental classification of metal

corrosion, prevention against corrosion, corrosion resistance and corrosion tests. Student is

able to indicate different types of corrosion resistant materials, corrosion protection

methods for the application.

Required readings

1. Groysman A.: Corrosion for Everybody, Springer, London;ISBN 978-90-481-3476-2

2. M.G.Fontana, N.D. Greene, Corrosion Engineering, Ed.McGraw-Hill Book Company, USA,

1978, ISBNN 0-07-021461-1

3. Pourbaix, M. J. N.: Atlas of electrochemical equilibria in aqueous solutions, Pergamon Press,

New York, 1966

Supplementary

readings

1/ Analytical Methods in Corrosion Science and Engineering, Ed.Ph.Marcus, F.Mansfeld, CRC

Taylor & Francis Group, 2006

2/ Handbook of Cathodic Protection-Theory and Practice of Electrochemical Protection

Processes, W. von Baeckmann, W.Schwenk, W.Pronz; Gulf Publishing Company, Houston,

1989

Additional

information None

Course title MANUFACURING TECHNIQUES I

Field of study Materials science and engineering / Mechanical engineering

Teaching method Lecture / Laboratory


the course

Małgorzata Garbiak, PhD

Mieczysław Ustasiak, PhD

Sebastian Fryska, PhD


person responsible for

the course

[email protected]

[email protected]

[email protected]

Course code


Type of course Compulsory Level of course Bachelor

Semester summer/winter Language of instruction English

Hours per week 2(L), 2(Lab) Hours per semester 30(L), 30(Lab)

15

Objectives of the

course

Student has knowledge necessary to understand technological processes of shaping

materials structure and properties and forming products by casting and plastic working, can

design a process of simple product manufacturing and examination for its use properties.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Basic knowledge in chemistry and physics

Course contents

Fundamentals of metal casting. Casting design. Melting furnaces. Moulding methods.

Dendrite structure, defects and properties and inspection of castings.

Blanking of metallic materials, simultaneously blanking and piercing, many stations blank and

pierce progressive dies, stress state in flange of deep drawing cylindrical cup. Closed-die

forging, multiple impression dies for close-die forging, the way to select necessary

impressions for forging of different parts, construction of impression.

Assessment methods Grade, project work

Learning outcomes

Explain the role of technology in the metal casting and plastic working processes, describe

the way of how a casting is made from part design through sand moulding, pouring, cleaning

and defect inspection. Students receive the knowledge on blanking, piercing, deep drawing

and stress state in deformed parts. Basic information on construction of dies

Required readings

1. Campbell J., Castings, Butterworth-Heineman, 2nd ed. 2003

2. Beeley P., Foundry technology, Butterworth-Heinemann, 2001

3. Metals Handbook vol.4 Forming

4. Metals Handbook vol. 5 Forging and casting

5. Helmi A. Youssef, Hassan A. El-Hofy, Mhoud H. Ahmed, Manufactoring Technology.

Supplementary

readings

1. Campbell J., Castings practice, Elsevier, 2004

2. Campbell J., Casting practice – the 10 rules of castings, Elsevier, 2005

3. Davies G.J., Solidification and casting, Applied Science, 1973

4. Turkdogan E.T.: Fundamentals of steelmaking, The Institute of Materials, 1996

Additional

information Number of students in the group less/equal 10

Course title METAL AND CERAMIC COMPOSITES

Field of study Materials Engineering

Teaching method lecture / seminar

Person responsible

for the course Prof. Jerzy Nowacki



Course code


Type of course compulsory

Level of course

Bachelor / master /

doctoral



Hours per semester

L – 30

16

Objectives of the

course

Approaching to knowledge; essence and technology of metal and ceramic composites. To

acquire ability of selection and design of metal and ceramic composites for machine,

structures and machine elements, and devices.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Basses of Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics.

Course contents

1. Basics of metal and ceramic matrix composites.

2. Matrixes of metal and ceramic matrix composites.

3. Characteristics of the reinforcing fibers, and their effect on composite mechanical

properties.

4. Properties of metal matrix composites dispersion-strengthened composites.

5. Manufacturing of metal and ceramic matrix composites.

6. Predicting of metal matrix and ceramic-matrix composites properties.

7. Mechanism of strengthening.

8. Advanced applications of metal and ceramic matrix composites.

9. Concrete.

10. Sandwich structures.

11. Metal and ceramic-matrix nanocomposites.

12. Metal and ceramic composite coatings.

Assessment methods In order to obtain the credit is attendance at classes, and pass the written exam or essay - to

be chosen by students.

Learning outcomes

Acquisition of knowledge on the structure and properties of metal and ceramic composites

for their production techniques. Shaping the skills of selection of ceramic materials to given

conditions.

Required readings

1. Barbero Ever, J Introduction to composite materials design -- Boca Raton [etc.] : CRC

Press/Taylor & Francis Group, cop. 2011.

2. Decolon Christian, Analysis of composite structures-- London : Kogan Page Science,

2004.

3. Tsai Stephen W. , Red Strength & life of composite Composites Design Group.

Department of Aeronautics & Astronautics -- Stanford : Stanford University, cop. 2008.

Supplementary

readings

1. Chung Deborah D.L., Composite materials functional materials for modern

technologies -- London : Springer-Verl., 2009

2. Sobczak Jerzy, Atlas of cast metal-matrix composite structures. Pt. 1, Qualitative analysis

-- Warsaw : Motor Transport Institute ; Cracow : Foundry Research Institute, 2010.

Additional

information

Teaching methods: informative lecture, movie, discussion, powder point presentation,

consultations, exercises, work with a book.

Course title METALLIC MATERIALS

Field of study Material Engineering

Teaching method Lecture/Laboratory

Person responsible

for the course Prof. Walenty Jasiński



Course code


17

Type of course Compulsory Level of course Bachelor

Semester Summer / Winter Language of instruction English

Hours per week Lecture – 2

Laboratory – 2 Hours per semester

Lecture – 30

Laboratory – 30

Objectives of the

course

The student receives a broad spectrum of information on the metallic materials used in the

modern world

Entry requirements/

prerequisites mathematics, physics, chemistry, technical mechanics, strength of materials

Course contents

Carbon steels. Strengthening mechanism in carbon structural steels. Engineering steels. Tool

steel alloys. Stainless steels. Corrosion resistant metals. Creep resistant Fe-, Ni- and Co-based

alloys. Intermetallic compounds. Precipitation hardened steel. Wear resistant steels and cast

iron. Common nonferrous alloys. Alloys for special applications.

Assessment methods - written exam

- grade

Learning outcomes The student learns modern metallic materials, the microstructure and properties depending

upon the heat treatment, and the scope of the Industry

Required readings

1. Metals Handbook. American Society for Metals, Ohio.

2. Encyclopedia of Materials Science and Engineering, Mitchel E. Bever, Pergamon Press

3. Materials Science and Technology. A Comprehensive Treatment, P.W. Cohan, P. Haasen,

E.J. Kramer

4. Metallurgy Fundamentals, Daniel A. Brandt, The Goodheart-Wilkox Company, inc. 1992

5. Inroduction to Enginering Materialas, Veron John, Macmillan , 1992

Supplementary

readings

1. Enginering materials Technology, W. Bolton, 1989

2. Mechanical properties of crystalline and noncrystaline solids, Urusovskaya A.A., Sangwal K.,

Politechnika Lubelska, 2001

3. Enginering Materials, V.B. John, Macmillay, 1990

Additional

information Number of students in the group 12.

Course title NANOMATERIALS



Person responsible

for the course

Prof. A.Biedunkiewicz

Dr M.Kwiatkowska


responsible for the course

[email protected]

[email protected]

Course code

(if applicable) WIMiM-1-28-Z ECTS points 3



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Hours per week L - 2 Hours per semester L - 30

Objectives of the

course

Providing students knowledge about nanomaterials, nanocomposites and advanced

technologies of their manufacturing and investigation

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Knowledge about materials science and chemistry

Course contents

Nanoparticles, nanomaterials, nanocomposites - definitions and fundamental classification.

Materials science at the nanoscale. Synthesis and properties of nanostructural coatings.

Manufacturing processes. Nanoceramics. Sintering of nanoceramics. Nanocomposites -

mechanical and nanomechanical properties. Polymer nanocomposites - definitions,

structures, key factors, application potential. Nanofillers to polymers - classification,

structures, physical properties. The effects of nanofillers on polymer systems.

Characterization tools. Direct Methods: optical, electron, and scanning probe microscopy.

Indirect methods: diffraction techniques for periodic structures.

Assessment methods Essays on defined subject, written form

Learning outcomes

Student gains a knowledge on: definitions and fundamental classification of nanomaterials,

their manufacturing and methods of characterizations. Student is able to list different types

of nanomaterials, their properties, possible fileds of application.

Required readings

1. Brechignac C., Houdy P., Lahmani M.,(Eds.) Nanomaterials and Nanochemistry, Springer,

Berlin Heidelberg New York 2007

2. Kny E.; Nanocomposite materials, Trans Tech. Pub.Ltd, Zurich, Enfield, 2009

3. Wang Z., L.; Characterization of nanophase materials, Wiley-VCH Weinheim, 2000

4. Nanomaterials Handbook, Ed.Y.Gogotsi, CRC Taylor &Francis, 2006

5. Scientific papers recommended by lecturer

Supplementary

readings

1. Klein L.C., Processing of nanostructured sol-gel materials [w] Edelstein A.S., Cammarata

R.C. (red.), Nanomaterials: synthesis, properties and applications, Institute of Physics

Publishing, Bristol i Filadelfia, 1996

2. Gupta R.K., Kennel E.; Polymer nanocomposites handbook, CRC Press, 2008;

3. Mai Y.W., Yu Z-Z.; Polymer nanocomposites, CRC Press, 2006;

Additional

information -

Course title POLYMER MATERIALS II


Teaching method Lecture, laboratory

Person responsible

for the course

Prof. Zbigniew Rosłaniec

Prof. Anna Szymczyk

Dr Elżbieta Piesowicz


responsible for the course

[email protected]

[email protected]

Course code


Type of course optional Level of course bachelor


19



L – 30

Lab – 30

Objectives of the

course

Student will acquire knowledge about chemistry, technology and processing of rubber.

Student will be able to compare the chemical structure, properties, compounding, processes

and applications of the main types of rubber and TPEs. Reference is made to the place of TPEs

relative to vulcanised rubber and thermoplastics and the future potential for these materials.

Student will be trained in and perform ASTM procedures and standard rubber laboratory

procedures.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites There is no specific entry requirement for these course.

Course contents

Elastomers: type of elastomeric materials and their application; rubber elasticity: stress-strain

relationship, elongation and compression set. Rubber compound: rubbers, curing system,

fillers, plasticizers, antioxidants. Rubber vulcanization: chemistry and technology. Rubber

processing. Rubber for food application. Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE). Bio-based

thermoplastic elasomers. Elastomeric nanocomposites.

Assessment methods - written test (grade)

- laboratory report

Learning outcomes

Student will acquire knowledge about chemistry, technology and processing of rubber. In

practice, the student will acquire the an ability to select the appropriate elastomer for selected

applications.

Required readings

1.Mark J.E., Erman B., Erlich F.R., The Science and Technology of Rubber, Elsevier, Amsterdam

2005, Elsevier, Amsterdam, 2005.

2.Holden G., Kilcherdorf H.R., Quirk R.P., Thermoplastic Elastomers, 3rd Ed, Hanser Publishers,

Munich, 2004.

3. Sabu T., Ranimol S., Rubber Nanocomposites: Preparation, Properties and Applications,

John Wiley & Sons, Canada, 2010.

Supplementary

readings

1.Fakirov S., Handbook of Condensation Thermoplastic Elastomers, 2005.

2. Franta I., Elastomers and rubber compounding materials : manufacture, properties and

applications, Elsevier, Amsterdam, 1989.

Additional

information Max. 12 persons in laboratory group.

Course title POLYMER PROCESSING I




the course Dr Magdalena Kwiatkowska


person responsible

for the course

[email protected]

Course code


Type of course Obligatory Level of course Bachelor

20

Semester Summer and winter Language of

instruction English



L – 30

Lab – 30

Objectives of the

course

Providing students knowledge on processing of polymer materials, their theoretical and

practical aspects. Properties and processing methods of thermoplastics

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Basic knowledge on thermoplastic polymer materials

Course contents

Processability of thermoplastics. Material preparation for molding. Enriching agents.

Processing methods: press molding, extrusion molding, injection molding, calendaring, blow

molding, vacuum molding. Finishing. Joining.

Assessment methods Grade in written form

Learning outcomes

Student gains a knowledge on: main aspects of polymer processability, typical methods of

thermoplastic processing and joining, materials preparation for molding. Student should be

able to choose a suitable processing method regarding specified product form, to specify

processing conditions, be able to operate some processing equipment

Required readings 1. Harper Ch.A., Handbook of Plastic Processes, Wiley Insc. Hoboken 2006

2. Cogswell F.N., Polymer Melt Rheology, Woodhead Pub. Ltd, Cambridge 1997

Supplementary

readings 1. Sperling L. H., Introduction to Physical Polymer Science, 4th Edition, Wiley 2006

Additional

information -

Course title RECYCLING I



Person responsible

for the course Prof. Andrzej Błędzki



Course code



Semester Summer and winter Language of instruction English

Hours per week L – 1 Hours per semester L – 15

Objectives of the

course

Introduction to plastic recycling on the level which gives students the basic knowledge

concerning the legislative, economical and technical issues.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Completed course „Polymer materials II” and „Polymer processing I”

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Course contents

The law regulations of recycling in the world. Economical aspects of recycling of polymer

materials. Systems of collecting recyclable materials. Machines and devices for recycling of

polymers. Sorting and processing recyclables. Filtration of wastes in melting state. Lines for

recycling of polymers

Assessment methods grade

Learning outcomes Student gains a knowledge on the legislative, economical and technical aspects of polymer

waste recycling

Required readings

1. La Mantia F., Handbook of Plastic Recycling , RapraTech.,Shawbury 2002

2. Scheirs J., Polymer recycling: Science, Technology and Applications, John Wiley and Sons,

Chichester, 1998

3. Raymond J., Plastics Recycling: Products and Processes, Hanser, Munich, 1992

4. Henstock M., Polymer Recycling, Rapra Technology, Shawbur, 1994-2001

5. Lund H., Recycling Handbook, McGraw-Hill, New York, 1993

6. Ehrig R. J., Plastics Recycling – Products and Processing, Hanser, New York 1992

7. Bisio A., Xanthos M., How to Manage Plastic Waste, Hanser, Munich, 1994

Supplementary

readings -

Additional

information None

Course title SURFACE ENGINEERING

Field of study Materials Engineering/Mechanical Engineering

Teaching method Lectures/Laboratory

Person responsible

for the course

Prof. J.Baranowska

Dr Agnieszka Kochmańska



the course

[email protected]

Course code


Type of course compusory Level of course Bachelor/master

Semester winter/summer Language of instruction English



L – 30

Lab – 30

Objectives of the

course

The basic definitions related to surface; the basic properties of the surface layers; the basic

phenomena at the interphase, selected coatings technologies; methods of testing the coating

properties

Entry requirements/

prerequisites

Basic knowledge about materials structure and phase transformation, basics of mechanics

and strength of materials, basics of chemistry and physics

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Course contents

Introduction to basic surface phenomena taking place during the surface formation and

exploitation; Introduction to basic properties of the surface layer and methods of their

characterization; Selected coatings technologies; Testing of the properties of the coatings

Assessment methods Written exam; reports, training,

Learning outcomes

Student can name the basic definitions related to surface; student can describe the basic

properties of the surface layers; student is able to describe the basic phenomena at the

interphase; student can describe the basic coatings technologies

Required readings

1. J.R. Davis “Surface Engineering for corrosion and wear resistance, ASM International, 2001;

2. G.W. Stachowiak “Wear materials, mechanism and practice”, John Wiley&Sons, 2005;

3. A.A. Tracton “Coatings Technology: Fundamentals, Testing and Processing”, CRC, 2006.

Supplementary

readings -

Additional

information The group should be less than 10 students

Course title BASIC OF CONTROL THEORY FOR LINEAR SYSTEMS

Field of study

Teaching method lecture, audit. classes and laboratory

Person responsible

for the course


(lab. - Arkadiusz PARUS, Prof.)



the course

[email protected]

Course code

(if applicable) WIMIM/Me/S1/-/B10 ECTS points 5

Type of course Optional Level of course bachelor


Hours per week

lectures – 2h

aud. classes – 1h

laboratory – 1h

Hours per semester

lectures – 30h

aud. classes – 15h

laboratory – 15h

Objectives of the

course

The lecture gives basic knowledge on linear control system theory and linear control system

design. Workshop and laboratory exercises help students to apply and deepen their

knowledge on solving practical problems.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Basics of physics, differentiation, integration.

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Course contents

Mathematical models. Closed loop systems. System transfer function. Block diagrams. Pulse

and step response. Frequency response and frequency bandwidth. Characteristics of basic

elements and elementary systems. Static errors and disturbance propagation. Stability criteria.

Roots on s-plane. Performance specification. Basics of linear control system design; PID

controller. MIMO systems. State variables. Controllability and observability. Dynamical

observers. Robustness. Dealing with nonlinearities.

Auditorium classes concentrates on problems of determination system response and control

errors and limits of stability in linear systems.

In laboratory students determine transfer functions and other characteristics of real systems.

The aim of some exercises is to simulate a control system with the help of Matlab-Simulink.

Assessment methods Two term-time written tests, laboratory reports. Written exam.

Learning outcomes

Student has basic knowledge about basic elements of control systems – their description

and characteristics. Student is able to carry out synthesis of a linear control system, can

interpret transfer functions and frequency characteristics, find stability margins and tune

controllers. This knowledge can be applied in analysis, testing and design of simple control

systems.

Required readings 1. Clarence W. de Silva: Modeling and Control of Engineering Systems. Boca Raton: CRC

Press/Taylor & Francis Group, 2009

Supplementary

readings

1. Rowland J.R.: “Linear Control Systems. Modelling, analysis, and design”. John Wiley, New

York 1986

Additional

information -

Course title BASIS OF TECHNOLOGY MANUFACTURING MOLDS AND DIES

Field of study machining processes, technology

Teaching method Lecture, practical classes, laboratory

Person responsible

for the course

Janusz Cieloszyk, BEng, PhD, DSc

Institute of Manufacturing

Engineering, West Pomeranian

University of Technology, Szczecin

Al. Piastow 19, 70-310 Szczecin,

POLAND



the course

[email protected]

Course code


Type of course Optional Level of course Bachelor or master

Semester winter or summer Language of

instruction English

Hours per week

Lectures – 2 h

laboratory –1 h

project work -1 h

Hours per semester

lectures –30 h

laboratory –15 h

project work -15h

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Objectives of the

course

To develop versatile designers with a knowledge and broad understanding of the

technological, manufacturing and creative aspects of design; principally focused on

industrially manufactured specially die and mould products,


prerequisites

Knowledge on fundamental of machine construction and design, metal cutting, basic

knowledge of technology process.

Course contents

Manufacturing Technology, manufacturing process of die and mould products, process

planning. Technological data base. Positioning and clamping, clamping devices. Tolerances,

Knowledge of an advanced CAD/CAM package and an understanding of the principles and

techniques of computer-driven manufacturing systems during die and mould products.

CNC Machines: Configuration, co-ordinate systems, machine referencing, tool changing. CNC

Programming: ISO standards, Manual Data Input, Conversational, Computer-Aided Part

Programming. Introduction to CAD/CAM. Write based programs for component: die or

mould manufacture on a CNC milling machine.

Assessment methods Written and oral exam

Project Work

Learning outcomes

Recognize typical elements of die and mould process.

Recognize typical cutting and erosion die and mould process.

Characterize typical cutting and erosion die and mould process.

Compare differentiate cutting and erosion die and mould process.

Design typical cutting and erosion die and mould process.

Evaluate results of typical cutting and erosion die and mould process.

Required readings

1. Application Guide :Die & Mould Making, Sandvik Cormoant 2005

2. Balic J.: Contribution to Integrated Manufacturing, Vienna, 1999

3. Die and mould production news, Sandvik Cormoant 2004,2005

4. High speed machining and conventional die and mould machining Sandvik Cormoant

2005

5. Shaw M. C., Metal Cutting Principles, Oxford Univ. Press., Oxford 1999

Supplementary

readings The last article in the topic

Additional

information



industrially manufactured specially die and mould products,

Course title BASIS OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

Field of study machining processes, technology

Teaching method Lecture, practical classes, laboratory

Person responsible

for the course

Janusz Cieloszyk, BEng, PhD,

DSc_



University of Technology,

Szczecin


POLAND



the course

[email protected]

Course code


25



Hours per week

Lectures – 2 h

laboratory –1 h

project work -1 h

Hours per semester

lectures –30 h

laboratory –15 h

project work -15h

Objectives of the

course



industrially manufactured

Entry requirements/

prerequisites



Course contents

Manufacturing Technology, manufacturing process of typical products, process planning.

Technological data base. Positioning and clamping, clamping devices. Tolerances,. Economics

and cycle times. Work flow and flexible manufacturing. Integrated design and manufacturing.

Knowledge of an advanced CAD/CAM package and an understanding of the principles and

techniques of computer-driven manufacturing systems during typical part products.

CNC Machines: Configuration, co-ordinate systems, machine referencing, tool changing. CNC

Programming: ISO standards, Manual Data Input, Conversational, Computer-Aided Part

Programming. Introduction to CAD/CAM. Write based programs for component: turning,

milling parts manufacture on a CNC milling machine

Assessment methods Written and oral exam

Project Work

Learning outcomes

Recognize typical process planning

Characterize typical process planning

Compare typical process planning

Design typical process.

Programming and write based CNC programs of typical process.

Required readings



3. Grzesik W.;Advanced Machining Processes of Metallic Materials, Elsevier 2008

Supplementary


Additional

information

Course title COMPUTER SIMULATION OF MACHINES AND PROCESS

Field of study

Teaching method lecture and laboratory

Person responsible

for the course


(Plant simulation –

Andrzej JARDZIOCH – Prof.)



the course

[email protected]

Course code

(if applicable) WIMIM/BM/S2/-/C01 ECTS points 5


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Hours per week lectures – 2h

laboratory – 1h Hours per semester

lectures – 30h

laboratory – 15h

Objectives of the

course

The lecture gives basic knowledge on methods of description, modelling and simulation of

mechanical and mechatronic systems as well as production processes. Laboratory exercises

show selected applications of the theory in practice.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Basic knowledge on differential equations recommended.

Course contents

Introduction to computer simulation – areas of application, basic problems, advantages. Main

stages of computer simulation. Physical and mathematical models of simple dynamic systems.

Model simplification, linearization, scale effect. Simulation constants and variables, inputs and

outputs. Process description, system design, prediction of behavior in different conditions.

Modeling of mechanical structures – modal analysis, eigenvalues and vibration modes.

Modeling of systems with friction, systems with heat sources and heat transfer, actuators,

electromagnetic actuators, electric motors and drives, hydraulic systems. Examples on

simulation of control systems. Application of MATLAB tools for system simulation. Simulation

of production processes using Em-Plant. Other computer simulation systems. Simulation

accuracy and stability.

At laboratory works MATLAB Simulink and Em-Plant are used.

Assessment methods One written test. Laboratory reports.

Learning outcomes Student can build simple models and prepare input data for computer simulation of

mechatronic systems and typical production processes, can analyse and interpret the results.

Required readings 1. Giurgiutiu V., Lyshevski S.E.: “Micromechatronics, Modeling, analysis and design with

MATLAB”. 2-nd ed. CRC Press, Boca Raton, London, New York 2009

Supplementary

readings

1. Clearence W.S.: “Modelling and Control of Engineering systems”. CRC Press Boca Raton,

London, New York 2009

2. Bishop R.E.D., Gladwell G.M.L., Michelson S.: “The Matrix Analysis of Vibration”.

Cambridge University Press, Cambridge 1965

Additional

information -

Course title ELECTRIC DRIVES

Field of study


Person responsible

for the course


(Lab. – A. Parus, Prof.)



Course code

(if applicable) WIMIM/Me/S1/-/B14 ECTS points 4



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lectures – 30h

laboratory – 15h

Objectives of the

course

The course gives basic knowledge on drives equipped with electrical motors (motor types,

working principles, motor characteristics and control, servodrives, static and dynamic

properties, technical solutions, selection of the motor and the drive controller).

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Finished courses on electrical engineering and fundamentals of control systems.

Course contents

Electric drives – basic characteristics, rated values. Fundamental information on DC, AC and

stepping motors – types, construction, static and dynamic characteristics, heating, limitations,

speed control, acceleration and braking. Servodrives – structure, transfer functions, dynamic

response, control quality, static and dynamic errors.

Power units, drive control units – thyrystor controller, PWM converter, vector control, drive

safety. Position measuring systems – encoder, resolver, inductosyn, laser system. Linear drives

– motors, features, technological problems.

Laboratory: Servodrive testing. Drive efficiency and power losses. Testing positioning

accuracy. Tool path errors. Stepping motors.

Assessment methods Oral exam and laboratory reports.

Learning outcomes

Student understands working principles of electric machines and can describe their static and

dynamic states, knows structure of controllers used for electric motors and servos, can

measure and assess basic parameters of the drive, can select an electric motor and a controller

that fulfil particular technical requirements.

Required readings 1. Rashid M.H.: “Power Electronics”. Pearson Ed. – Prentice Hall, London 2004

Supplementary

readings

1. Harter J.: “Electromechanics: Principles, Concepts and Devices”, Prentice Hall, 2001

2. Electric Power Engineering Handbook: “Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and

Distribution”, Ed. Leonard L. Grigsby, CRC Press LLC 2001

Additional

information -

Course title ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Field of study

Teaching method lecture, audit. classes and laboratory

Person responsible

for the course Andrzej BODNAR, Prof.



Course code

(if applicable) WIMIM/Me/S1/-/C17 ECTS points 5



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Hours per week

lectures – 2h

audit. classes – 1h

laboratory – 1h

Hours per semester

lectures – 30h

audit. classes – 15h

laboratory – 15h

Objectives of the

course The course gives basic knowledge and skills on DC and AC network analysis and testing.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Physics recommended.

Course contents

Basic electrical quantities and their units. Electric field. Capacitors. Potential and potential

difference, electromotive force, current and resistance. Basic network theorems. Equivalent

Thevenin and Norton sources. Sinusoidal and phasor representation of voltage and current.

Single phase AC circuit. Circuit analysis in DC and AC steady-state; analysis with complex

numbers. Equivalent resistance, T-Y connections, voltage and current dividers. Combination

of R, L and C in series and parallel. Resonance. Power relations in AC circuits: instantaneous

power, power factor, apparent, effective and reactive power, power triangle. Power factor

correction. Magnetic field. Lenz’ Law. Coupled circuits. Transformer: principle of operation and

construction of single-phase transformer, phasor diagram and equivalent circuits, losses,

efficiency and voltage regulation, nonlinearity. Three-phase AC circuits: line and phase

voltage/current relationship for star and delta connections. Balanced three phase voltages

and unbalanced impedances. Transmission lines: parameters, steady-state performance of

overhead transmission lines and cables, voltage drops. Analysis of two-terminal two-port and

multi-port circuits. Measurements in DC and AC circuits.

Laboratory gives basic knowledge on DC and AC network examination.

Students connect circuits, perform measurements and write reports. Problems: AC/DC

circuits, RLC, mutual- and self-inductance, nonlinearities in magnetic circuits, transformer,

transient states in DC circuits.

Assessment methods Written exam and laboratory reports.

Learning outcomes Student has basic knowledge about fundamental laws in electricity and magnetism and can

apply them in circuit analysis; can select and appropriately use measuring devices.

Required readings

1. V. Del Toro: Principles of Electrical Engineering, PHI

2. W. H. Hayt & Kemmerley, Engineering Circuit Analysis, Mc Graw Hill.

3. I. J. Nagrath, Basic Electrical Engineering, Tata Mc Graw Hill.

Supplementary

readings

1. Electric Power Engineering Handbook: “Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and

Distribution”, Ed. Leonard L. Grigsby, CRC Press LLC 2001

Additional

information -

Course title ELECTRONICS – DEVICES, CIRCUITS AND APPLICATIONS

Field of study

Teaching method lecture, laboratory

Person responsible

for the course


(lab. - A. Parus, Prof.)



Course code


29





lectures – 30h

laboratory – 15h

Objectives of the

course

The course gives basic knowledge on electronic devices and their applications. It helps to

build skills in analysis and testing of electronic circuits.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Physics recommended.

Course contents

Power supplies. Electronic devices used (diodes, thyristors, triacs, transistors, LEDs), voltage

and current stabilizers and converters. Examples of IC stabilizers, circuitry of stabilizers and

converters. Amplifiers. Transistor as an amplifier, operational amplifiers, instrumentation

amplifiers, field effect transistors, power amplifiers, PWM, active filters. Examples of

application in measuring instruments and control devices.

Generators. Sine and function generators, clock pulse generators, PLL. Applications in radio

transmitters and receivers. Electronic switching. Logical gates, flip-flops, time dependent

switching, analogue timers. Applications of timing IC’s. Digital systems. Registers, counters,

adders, ALUs, data storage devices. ADCs and DACs. Basic types, conversion speed and errors.

Quantisation noise, aliasing, leakage. Example of an ADC datasheet. Influence of

temperature. Heat generation in electronic devices, heat sinks, working point stabilization,

thermal noise reduction. Example of a heat-sink calculation.

Laboratory. Power supply. Operational amplifier. Function generator. Logical system. ADC.

Measuring instrument electronics.

Assessment methods Written exam and laboratory reports.

Learning outcomes

Student has knowledge about properties and characteristics of basic electronic devices,

understands the role of elements connected to such devices, knows the fields of their

applications, can carry out measurements for diagnostic purposes.

Required readings 1. Bolton W.: “Mechatronics”. 2-nd ed. Prentice Hall, London 1999

2. Electronic books from http://freebookcentre.net

Supplementary

readings Wikipedia

Additional

information -

Course title ELEMENTS OD RELIABILITY

Field of study


Person responsible




Course code

(if applicable) WIMIM/Me/S1/-/C02-1 ECTS points 3

30





lectures – 30h

laboratory – 15h

Objectives of the

course

The lecture gives basic theoretical knowledge on methods of description, assessment and

testing of reliability and life of components and whole technical systems. Laboratory exercises

show selected ways of application of the theory in practice.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Probability theory and statistics recommended.

Course contents

Empirical measures of reliability. Reliability and risk functions. Distributions in modeling of life.

Serial, parallel and complex systems; the triangle-star transformation. Models of failure.

Constant failure rate systems. MTTF. Examples of the reliability assessment. Dispensing

reliability between components, system reliability improvement and its costs. Life testing.

Reliability data bases. Remarks on reliability of electronic systems and reliability of machine

tools and machining processes.

Calculation of reliability of simple systems in MatLab. Calculation and plotting reliability

functions of reparable and redundant CFR systems.

Assessment methods One written test. Laboratory reports.

Learning outcomes

Student can assess reliability and life time of technical systems with different types of

connections between elements and subsystems, can optimize such structure which is crucial

to design reliable systems.

Required readings Grosh D.L.: “A Primer of Reliability Theory”. Wiley, New York1989

Supplementary

readings

1. “Handbook of Reliability Engineering”. Ed. Hoang Pham, Springer, London 2003

2. Rao S.S.: “Reliability Engineering”. Pearson, Boston 2015

3. King J.P, Jewett W.S.: “ Robustness Development and Reliability Growth”. Prentice Hall,

New Jersey 2010

Additional

information -

Course title FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING AND ELECTRONICS

Field of study Electrical Engineering and Electronics

Teaching method Lectures, Computation exercises, Laboratory Exercises,

Person responsible

for the course Dr Mariusz ORLOWSKI



Course code


Type of course Optional Level of course Bachelor/master

31


Hours per week

Lectures: 3h.; Computation

exercises: 1h.; Laboratory

exercises: 2h.

Hours per semester 45h+15h+30h

Objectives of the

course

Basic knowledge of electric phenomena, electrical elements, electronic elements, electric

devices, measurement equipment, electrical and electronic circuits (analogue and digital).


prerequisites

Good knowledge of Physics & Mathematics – minimum the secondary school (high school)

level with mathematical & physical profile.

Course contents

Fundamentals of electricity ad magnetism; Basic elements of circuits, Fundamental laws for

electric circuits; Analysis of circuits and systems; Analysis of sinusoidal signals in electrical

circuits; Frequency response of electrical systems; Elementary electronic devices; Introduction

to analogue electronics; Introduction to digital electronics; Electronic devices and systems;

Boolean Algebra; Digital Circuits Design; Microprocessors.

Assessment methods Grade (Two controls works)

Learning outcomes

Understanding of fundamental laws of electrical engineering and electronic in practice,

understanding: “HOW DOES IT WORK in relation to: electrical/electronic elements, circuits,

devices, systems, etc., etc.”

Required readings

- “Introductory Linear Electrical Circuits And Electronics”, authors: Michael C. Kelley, Benjamin

Nicholas; WILEY (John Wiley & Sons); ISBN 0-471-61251-0; ISBN-10: 0471500194; ISBN-

13: 978-0471500193.

Supplementary

readings

1. “Analysis and design of digital integrated circuits”, authors: David A. Hodges, Horace G.

Jackson; McGRAW-HILL BOOK COMPANY; ISBN 0-07-029153-5.

2. “Fundamentals of computer engineering: logic design and microprocessors”, authors:

Herman Lam, John O’Malley; John Wiley & Sons, ISBN 0-471-60501-8

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Course will be held according to my experiences from: University of Central Florida (Orlando,

USA), West Pomeranian University of Technology Szczecin (Poland), Manchester University

(Manchester, UK) and CERN (Geneva, Swiss).

Course title INTRODUCTION TO MECHATRONICS

Field of study


Person responsible




Course code




Hours per week lectures – 2h Hours per semester lectures – 30h

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Objectives of the

course

The lecture gives basic knowledge on mechatronic systems’ components - description,

properties, models, interfacing methods. Upon successful completion of this course the

student should understand solutions and applications shown during lectures and should be

able to analyse the system structure and individual subsystems of a mechatronic system. In

future this knowledge can be used when designing mechatronic systems.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites

Course on physics and electrical engineering. Some knowledge on electronic systems is also

welcomed.

Course contents

What is mechatronics, its research area and applications. Examples of mechatronic systems.

Sensors of position, acceleration, temperature, pressure, flow, acoustic and optical sensors;

micro sensors. Signal conditioning. Electric motors and actuators – piezo, magneto-,

electrodynamic, pneumatic, hydraulic, smart materials.

Control systems. Logical systems, PLC. Timers and counters. Digital and analog inputs and

outputs of the control system. A/C and C/A converters, conversion errors. Analog and digital

filters. Microcontrollers and PACs. Communication - displays and keyboards, serial and

parallel ports, network access. RTE systems. Remarks on programming and debugging.

Mechatronic system testing. Modeling and simulation of mechanical structures, actuators and

control systems. Mechatronic systems reliability.

Assessment methods Two written tests.

Learning outcomes

Student has basic knowledge about components of mechatronic systems – sensors, actuators,

control and communication. This knowledge can be applied in mechatronic systems analysis,

testing and design.

Required readings 1. Bolton W.: “Mechatronics”. 2-nd ed. Prentice Hall, London 1999

Supplementary

readings

1. Giurgiutiu V., Lyshevski S.E.: “Micromechatronics, Modelling, Analysis and Design with

MATLAB”. 2-nd ed. CRC Press, Boca Raton, London, New York 2009

2. Carryer J.E., Ohline R.M., Kenny T.W.: “Introduction to Mechatronic Design”. Pearson,

Upper Saddle River 2011

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Course title METAL MACHINING

Field of study machining processes, manufacturing

Course title MATHEMATICAL STATISTICS

Field of study Engineering

Teaching method Seminar

Person responsible

for the course Marcin Chodźko



Course code



Semester winter or summer (both

acceptable) Language of instruction English

Hours per week 2 Hours per semester 30 W

Objectives of the

course

1. Student will get a knowledge about basics of probability theory and statistics. Main

accent will be placed on understanding which statistical tools should be used for solving

certain engineering problem.

2. Student will be able to use standard and computer methods for solving statistical

problems.

3. Student will be able to decide, if real engineering/modelling problems can be solved

using statistical tools, and he will know how to choose proper ones.

Entry requirements Mathematics, basics of probability theory on the bachelor level.

Course contents

Probability theory, discrete and continuous random variables and their distributions,

estimation of parameters (point and interval), hypotheses testing for one and two samples,

non-parametric testing (distributions), simple linear regression and correlation, multiple linear

regression, elements of statistical quality control.

Assessment methods Reports from chosen classes and final test at the end of semester.

Recommended

readings

1. Douglas C. Montgomery: Applied Statistics and Probability for Engineers. John Wiley &

Sons, Inc. 2003

2. T.T. Soong: Fundamentals of Probability and Statistics for Engineers John Wiley & Sons,

Inc. 2004

3. Joaquim P. Marques de Sá: Applied Statistics Using SPSS, STATISTICA, MATLAB and R.

Springer 2007

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Person responsible

for the course






POLAND



the course

[email protected]

Course code




instruction English

Hours per week Lectures – 3 h

laboratory –3 h Hours per semester

lectures – 45 h

laboratory – 45 h

Objectives of the

course

To provide students knowledge about the hardware, technology, and programming of

modern manufacturing equipment, tools, machine tools and Computer Numerically

Controlled (CNC) machine tools.The student will get basic knowledge on physics and

technology of conventional and modern method of machining.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites



Course contents

Development of machine tool technology: rolling, casting, deep drawing, sheet-metal

working, electro discharge machining and modern metal cutting. Typical metal cutting

process: Parting, Turning, Boring, Milling, Drilling, Grooving, Threading; Grinding, Honing –

machine. Tools, cutting conditions. Machinability. Workpiece materials-classification. Tool

materials and constructions. Tool wear. Establishing the machining method in relation to

surface texture and tolerance. Machining – latest trends Laser-assisted machining (LAM),

(HSM) high speed machining, (HSC) Hard machining (turning), Dry machining, Near-dry

machining, Near–net-shape machining. Machining difficult-to-machine materials. Machining

economics. Cutting fluid. Erosion machining; electrical discharge machining (EDM), laser

machining (LM), water jet machining (WJM)

Assessment methods Written examination, class test, assessments of laboratory work and reports

Learning outcomes

Recognize typical cutting and erosion process.

Characterize typical cutting and erosion process.

Compare differentiate cutting and erosion process.

Design typical cutting and erosion process.

Evaluate results of typical cutting and erosion process.

Required readings

1. Davim J. P., Surface Integrity in Machining, Springer-Verlag, London 2010



4. Modern Metal Cutting, Sandvik Coromant 1994

5. Grzesik W., Advanced Machining Processes of Metallic Materials, Elsevier 2008

6. Instructions for practise lecture, TU of Szczecin

Supplementary


Additional

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Course title MODELLING AND SIMULATION OF MANUFACTURING

(lecture and laboratory)

Field of study

Teaching method Lecture and laboratory

Person responsible

for the course

Andrzej Jardzioch, Prof.

(Lab. Bartosz Skobiej)



Course code






lectures – 30h

laboratory – 30h

Objectives of the

course

The students learn the basic concepts of simulation and how to model and to analyze

manufacturing systems using the standard simulation software.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Basic information about manufacturing systems.

Course contents

This course deals with the technique of simulation. Simulation is often used to support

management and design decisions in complex production systems. The laboratory will be

given in a computer lab, where the corresponding production systems are modeled and the

performance measures are analyzed using standard simulation software. During the course,

the students will work on several assignments and cases.

Assessment methods Assignment/work on case studies (individual and in groups), presentation, class participation,

laboratory reports.

Learning outcomes

Student can build simple models and prepare input data for computer simulation of

manufacturing systems and typical production processes, can analyse and interpret the

results.

Required readings

1. Bangsow Steffan: Use Cases of Discrete Event Simulation: Appliance and Research

Springer Verlag, Mai 2012

2. MengChu Zhou, Kurapati Venkatesh: Modeling, Simulation, and Control of Flexible

Manufacturing Systems, World Scientific Publishing, 1999

Supplementary

readings

1. Jardzioch Andrzej, Jaskowski Jdrzej, Information flow in model of e-Production systems,

Studies & Proceedings of Polish Association for Knowledge Management No. 60, 2012

2. Jardzioch Andrzej, Jaskowski Jdrzej, Modelling of high storage sheet depot with plant

simulation, Advances in Science and Technology Research Journal, Vol. 7, Issue 17, 2013

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Course title MODERN PROCESSES IN MANUFACTURING

Field of study Machining processes, technology, manufacturing


Person responsible

for the course






POLAND



the course

[email protected]

Course code




instruction English

Hours per week lectures– 2 h

laboratory –1 h Hours per semester

lectures –30 h

laboratory –15 h

Objectives of the

course

The student will get basic knowledge on physics and technology of non-traditional machining

on modern metal cutting machines

Entry requirements/

prerequisites



Course contents

Non-traditional cutting processes, new spinning turning, mill-turning, new rotary tools;

driven (DRT) or selfpropelled (SPRT). Cutting a technique called hybrid; Jet Assisted

Machining (JAM) and Thermal Enhanced Machining (TEM), Air Jet Assisted Machining, Laser-

assisted machining (LAM). Form drill, form tap machining. Curved surface finishing with

flexible abrasive tool. Rolling and thread rolling on cutting machines. Vibration-assisted

machining (VAM)

Assessment methods Written and oral exam, assessments of laboratory

Learning outcomes

Recognize modern process of manufacturing.

Characterize typical modern process.

Compare differentiate modern process.

Design modern method machining.

Evaluate results of modern process.

Required readings

1. Davim J. P.; Machining of Hard Materials. Springer 2010

2. Shaw M. C.; Metal Cutting Principles, Oxford Univ. Press., Oxford 1996

3. A collection of new articles, papers assigned to the topics

Supplementary


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Course title MONITORING OF MACHINE TOOLS AND MACHINING PROCESSES

Field of study


Person responsible




Course code

(if applicable) WIMIM/BM/S2/UM/C02-2 ECTS points 4

Type of course Optional Level of course master




lectures – 30h

laboratory – 15h

Objectives of the

course

The lecture gives basic knowledge on theory and methods used for diagnosing machines and

processes, their monitoring and supervision. Many practical examples of diagnostic processes

and monitoring systems are presented. They are mainly connected with machine tools and

machining processes.

The course will give students basic knowledge necessary for developing simple monitoring

systems.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Machine tools and cutting, basics of measurements – sensors and methods.

Course contents

Diagnostics and monitoring of systems and processes. Main concept. Role of system

modelling. Selection of signals and signal processing. Symptoms. Classification problems.

Limit values. Examples of monitoring algorithms. Failures in machine tool subsystems and

cutting process disturbances. Cutting process and cutting tool monitoring problems. Practical

applications – examples of machine tools monitoring, monitoring of cutting process stability,

monitoring of rotating machinery.

Laboratory exercises are concentrated on diagnostic data classification and different

techniques of signal processing for failure or disturbance detection (e.g. FFT, STFT, WT,

correlation, PCA etc.).

Assessment methods Two term-time tests, laboratory reports.

Learning outcomes

Student has basic knowledge about structure of machine tool monitoring systems – sensors,

signal conditioning and techniques of analysis, selection of symptoms. This knowledge can

be applied in analysis, testing and design of monitoring systems.

Required readings 1. Natke H.G., Cempel C.: “Model-Aided Diagnosis of Mechanical Systems. Fundamentals,

Detection, Localization, Assessment”. Springer, Berlin 1997

Supplementary

readings Publications in scientific periodicals recommended by lecturer.

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Course title Steuerung von flexiblen Bearbeitungssystemen

(lecture and laboratory)

Field of study


Person responsible

for the course Andrzej Jardzioch, Prof.



Course code






lectures – 30h

laboratory – 30h

Objectives of the

course

Entwicklung von Steuerungsalgorithmen für flexible Bearbeitungssysteme vertraut zu

machen..

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Grundlagen der Baumaschinen.

Course contents

Merkmale flexibler, automatisierter Produktionssysteme. Beschreibung von verschiedenen

Flexibilitätsarten. Typen flexibler, automatisierter Produktionssysteme. Gestaltung des

Steuerungssystems für flexible Fertigung. Aufstellen von kurzfristigen Zeitplänen.

Bestimmung der Reihenfolge und Termine. Materialflusssteuerung. Steuerung mit den

Roboterbewegungen. Modellierung und Simulation von Materialflusssteuerungen.

Transportbewegungen des Industrieroboters und das Petri-Netz -Modell. Anwendung von

Fuzzy-Logic - Methoden bei der Fertigungssteuerung. Optimierung der Parameter der

Steuereinheit

Assessment methods Written exam and report presentation

Learning outcomes

Die Studierenden sind in der Lage, Algorithmen zu bauen mit flexiblen Fertigungssystemen .

Sie können ein Modell des Steuersystems aufzubauen. Sie sind fähig, Analyse des Systems

durchzuführen und Schlussfolgerungen zu ziehen.

Required readings

1. Engelbert Westkämper, Hans-Jürgen Warnecke. Einführung in die Fertigungstechnik .

Technology & Engineering, 2006.

2. MengChu Zhou. Modeling, simulation, and control of flexible manufacturing systems.

World Scientific Publishing 1999.

3. Pierre Lopez, Franqois Roubellat. Production Scheduling. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2008

Supplementary

readings

1. Jardzioch Andrzej, Jaskowski Jdrzej, Information flow in model of e-Production systems,

Studies & Proceedings of Polish Association for Knowledge Management No. 60, 2012

2. Jardzioch Andrzej, Jaskowski Jdrzej, Modelling of high storage sheet depot with plant

simulation, Advances in Science and Technology Research Journal, Vol. 7, Issue 17, 2013

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Course title Основы робототехники

Field of study Машиностроение, мехатроника

Teaching method лекция, лабораторные занятия

Person responsible

for the course Dr inż. Piotr Pawlukowicz


person responsible for the

course

[email protected]

Course code


Type of course Level of course bachelor

Semester зима или лето Language of instruction русский

Hours per week 1 (лекция) 2

(лаборатория) Hours per semester 15 (лекция) 30 (лаборатория)

Objectives of the

course

Студент знает основную информацию об основах

pобототехники. Можно определить кинематическую структуру робота. имеет знание основных узлов промышленных роботов

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Базовые знания производственных систем

Course contents

Факторы, стимулирующие развитие робототехники.

Определения и классификации промышленных роботов.

Основы строительство промышленных роботов.

двигатели промышленных роботов.

Устройства захвата в промышленных роботов.

Системы управления промышленными роботами.

Основы программирования промышленных роботов.

Assessment

methods Анализ и оценка

Learning outcomes

Студент знает основную информацию о фондах

робототехники , способные определять кинематические структуры роботов ,

Он имеет знания об основных команд роботов

Промышленность . Студент знает методы роботов программирования

Required readings Honczarenko J., Промышленные роботы. Конструкция и использование, WNT, Warszawa

2004 (издание на польском языке)

Supplementary

readings

Morecki A, Knapczyka J., Основы робототехники. Теория и элементы manipulator.w и

robot.w, WNT, Варшава 1999 (издание на польском языке)

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Course title BIOMASS ENERGY

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Person responsible

for the course Anna Majchrzycka



Course code


Type of course Optional Level of course BSc, MSc

Semester Winter/Spring Language of instruction English

Hours per week 2 L Hours per semester 30 L

Objectives of the

course

On successfull completion of this module the students should be able to :

define biomass and biomass characteristics,explain methods of biomass conversion

(gasification, pyrolysis, anaerobic digestion),explain methods of production of liquid and solid

biofuels, explain principles of operation of biomass conversion installations,calculations

concerning problems of biomass combustion,understand production of biopower (combine

heat and power production) explain principles of operation of biomass combustion and co-

firing installations.

Entry requirements Mathematics, physics, chemistry recommended

Course contents

Biomass and its characteristics.

Thermochemical conversion of biomass (gasification, pyrolysis, anaerobic digestion,)

Calculations concerning combustion of biomass.

Biopower ( industrial combustion of biomass, co-firing, CHP systems).

Assessment methods

Presentation + test

Recommended

readings

1. Côté, Wilfred A- Biomass utilization, ed.Wilfred A. Côté ; North Atlantic Treaty Organization.

Scientific, 1983

2. Higman, Chris; van der Burgt, Maarten Gasification , 2003 Elsevier

3. Klass, Donald L.- Fuels from biomass and wastes, ed.Donald L. Klass, George H. Emert,1981

4. Knovel Library- electronic data base

5. Overend, R.P.- Fundamentals of thermochemical biomass conversion ,ed. R.P.Overend, T.A.

Milne, L.K. Mudg, 1985

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Course title ENERGY STORAGE


Person responsible

for the course Aleksandra Borsukiewicz-Gozdur



the course

[email protected]

Course code


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Type of course optional Level of course Bachelor/master

Semester winter, summer Language of instruction English

Hours per week 2L Hours per semester 30L

Objectives of the

course

Students will be gave the fundamental knowledge about energy storage in large-scale and

small-scale systems.

Entry requirements

Physics - level of first degree technical studies,

Chemistry - level of first degree technical studies,

Mathematics - level of first degree technical studies,

Thermodynamics - level of first degree technical studies,

Course contents

Periodic storage; Problem of load leveling; Thermal energy storage: sensible heat, latent heat

(inorganic and organic phase change materials), reversible chemical reactions; Mechanical

energy storage: energy storage in pressurized gas, potential energy storage using gravity,

hydroelectric power (pumped storage technology), kinetic energy storage (flywheel storage

technology), pneumatic storage technology; Electrochemical energy storage (battery storage

technologies); Electromagnetic energy storage (supercapacitors); Hydrogen (production and

storage); Energy storage for medium to large scale applications, Energy use and storage in

vehicles.

Assessment methods Lectures – writing control work

Recommended

readings

1. Huggins RA. Energy Storage. Springer, 2010.

2. Zito R. Energy Storage-a new approach. Wiley, 2010.

3. Poullikkas A. Introduction to Power Generation Technologies. NOVA Science Publishers,

2009.

4. da Rosa A.D.: Fundamentals of renewable energy processes, Elsevier, 2009 .

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information

Course title HEAT TRANSFER

Teaching method Lecture, tutorials


the course Anna Majchrzycka



Course code



Semester Winter/Spring Language of instruction English

Hours per week 2 L/2 T Hours per semester 30 L/30 T

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Objectives of the

course

Heat transfer is course introducing the fundamental principles of heat transfer and simple

engineering applications. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will

understand the fundamentals of heat transfer and will have skills to perform calculations of

heat transfer and simple heat exchangers.


Course contents

Basics of heat transfer. Fourier’s Law of Heat Conduction, thermal conductivity, steady

conduction in solids with plane, cylindrical and spherical isothermal surfaces. Theory of

convection: free, mixed and forced convection. The Newton’s Law of cooling, The heat

transfer coefficient. Heat transfer at solid fluid boundaries of uniform heat transfer

coefficients at the surfaces. Heat transfer between fluids inside and outside pipes overall

heat transfer coefficient, critical and economical thickness of pipe insulation. Dimensional

analysis,. Flow in pipes with uniform surface heat transfer coefficient.

Boiling..Condensation. Fins , fins’ efficiency. Heat exchangers of constant heat transfer

coefficients and fluid properties. Logarithmic mean temperature difference. NTU-method .

Radiation: introduction, Planck’s Law, Wien’s Law, Stefan-Boltzmann Law, Kirchhoff's Law ,

Lambert's Law. Radiation between black surfaces separated by non-absorbing medium, view

factor.

Assessment methods Tutorials- oest

Written exam

Recommended

readings

1. Benson, Rowland S.- Advanced engineering thermodynamics,1977

2. Bejan, Adrian - Advanced engineering thermodynamics, 1988

3. Hollman J.P-Thermodynamics , Mc graw-Hill, 1988

4. Howell, John R.- Fundamentals of engineering thermodynamics: English/SI version, 1987.

5. Knovel book data base

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Course title POWER GENERATION TECHNOLOGIES

Teaching method Lecture/Project

Person responsible




the course

[email protected]

Course code



Semester summer Language of instruction English

Hours per week 2 Lecture/1 Project Hours per semester 30 Lecture /15 Project

Objectives of the

course

Students will be gave the fundamental knowledge about different ways of power generation

technologies.

Entry requirements





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Course contents

Introduction to electricity generation. Coal-fired power plants. Gas turbines and combined

cycle power plants. Combined heat and power. Piston-engine-based power plants. Nuclear

power. ORC based power plant. power from waste. Fuel cells. Hydropower. Solar power.

Biomass-based power generation. Wind power. Geothermal power. Tidal and ocean power.

Storage technologies. Hybrid power systems. Environmental consideration.

Assessment methods Lectures – writing control work (test)

Workshop – report of project

Recommended

readings

1. Low Emission Power Generation Technologies and Energy Management Edited by Jean-

Claude Sabonnadière, John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2009.

2. Andrews J, Jelly N.: Energy science, Principles, technologies and impacts, Oxford

University Press, 2007.

3. Breeze P.: Power generation technologies, Elsevier, 2005


5. Hore-Lacy I.: Nuclear Energy in the 21st Century. World Nuclear University Press. 2nd

edition, 2010

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information

Course title PUMPS, FANS AND COMPRESSORS

Field of study Power engineering, Environmental engineering, Mechanical engineering


Person responsible

for the course Prof. Zbigniew Zapałowicz



the course

[email protected]

Course code




Hours per week Lectures - 2h

Laboratory – 1h Hours per semester 30 Lectures/15 Laboratory

Objectives of the

course Fundamental information about pumps, fans and compressors

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Physics

Course contents

Lectures

Introduction (main information about machines to liquid and gas transport)

Hydraulic losses. Hydraulic characteristic of pipe. Series and parallel connections of pipes.

Equivalent hydraulic characteristic of pipe.

Classification of pumps. Definition of rotation pump. Principle of pump’s function. Rotary

pumps. Balance of energy for pumps.

Characteristic parameters. Heads. Capacities. Powers. Efficiencies.

Kinematic flow of fluid through the rotor

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Fundamental equation for rotation machines

Losses in rotary pumps

Characteristics of rotary pumps

Regulation of pump’s capacity

Reciprocating pumps

Series and parallel connections of pumps

Constructions of pumps

Fans. Classification of fans. Principles of function. Characteristics. Constructions.

Compressors. Classification of compressors. Principles of function. Characteristics.

Constructions.

Laboratory

Measurement of characteristic parameters and prepare the characteristics for pumps and fans

Assessment methods Grade (One control work and reports from laboratory exercises)

Learning outcomes

Knowledge

Student knows: parameters and characteristics of pipe line system, parameters and

characteristics of pumps, fans and compressors, phenomena in fluid flow, constructions of

fluid transport machines, methods of flow regulation; serial, and parallel connection of

machines, applications

Ability (skill)

Student skills: to prepare report after investigation of pump or fans; to evaluate the

advantages and disadvantages of pumps, fans and compressors

Competition

Student skills to evaluate the transport machines problems from technical, economic and

ecological point of view

Required readings 1. Rishel J: Water pumps and pumping system. McGraw-Hill Professional; 2002

Supplementary

readings

1. Wilo Company prospects

2. EU Standards deal pumps, funs and compressors

3. Atlas Popco prospects

Additional

information

Course title RENAWABLE SOURCES OF ENERGY

Teaching method Lecture/Project

Person responsible




the course

[email protected]

Course code



Semester winter Language of instruction English

Hours per week 2Lecture/1Project Hours per semester 30Lecture/15Project

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Objectives of the

course

Students will be gave the fundamental knowledge about potential and ways of RES

conversion into heat and electricity.

Entry requirements





Course contents

Kinds of RES, Potential and reservoirs of RES on the World and Europe. Sun as energy source.

Characteristic of solar radiation. Parameters characterized solar radiation. Losses of solar

radiation in atmosphere. Thermal and photovoltaic conversion of solar radiation. Kinds of

solar radiation converters. Passive systems of solar radiation using. Principle of function of

thermal collectors and systems. Fundamentals of solar cells. Bohr’s atomic model. The photo

effect. Inner photo effect. Energy bands. Principle of solar cells. Crystal structure of silicon. PV

effect in p-n junction. Defect conduction, intrinsic p – n junction. Solar cell principle with

energy band model. Processes in irradiated solar cells. Spectral response of a solar cell.

Technology of PV-cells and solar modules production.. Biomass. Biogas. Bio-fuels. Geothermal

energy. Hydro energy. Tidal energy. Wave energy. Potential of water in oceans, sees and rivers.

Conversion of water energy into electricity. Basic information deal power stations. Wind

energy. Potential. Conversion of wind energy into electricity. Wind energy transformers.

Storage systems of heat end electricity. Hydrogen. Production of hydrogen. Storage systems.

Burning of hydrogen. Fuel cells – basic information. Perspective ways of conversion of RES

Assessment methods Lectures – writing control work

Project – report of project

Recommended

readings


2. Andrews J, Jelly N.: Energy science, Principles, technologies and impacts, Oxford

University Press, 2007.

3. Renewable Energies Edited by Jean-Claude Sabonnadière, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2009

4. Fang Lin Luo, Hong Ye, ENERGY SYSTEMS, Advanced Conversion Technologies and

Applications, CRC Press , Taylor & Francis Group, 2013

5. Bent Sørensen.:Renewable Energy, Elsevier 2010.

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information

Course title SOLAR ENERGY


Teaching method Lecture, tutorials and project

Person responsible




the course

[email protected]

Course code




Hours per week

Lectures - 2h

Tutorials – 1h

Project -1h

Hours per semester 30h L/ 15h T/15h P

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Objectives of the

course Fundamental information about solar engineering (collectors installation and PV systems).

Entry requirements/

prerequisites Physics, Mathematics, Fundamental Thermodynamics

Course contents

Lectures. Sun as energy source. Characteristic of solar radiation. Parameters of solar radiation.

Energy transducers. Flat solar collectors – construction, operation, energy losses, energy

balance, temperature distribution in absorber. Air collectors. Vacuum collectors. Heat pipe

collectors. Focusing collectors. Sun furnace. Heat storage in solar installations. Examples of

solar installations used in civil engineering, agriculture and industry. Thermal calculations of

solar installations. New type of solar collectors. Photovoltaic effect. Factors that influence of

photovoltaic effect. Construction and technology of production of PV cells. Classification and

kinds of PV cells. Modulus, panels and set of PV. Characteristics of PV installations. Inverters.

Characteristics of invertors. Batteries. Controllers of charge. PV-installations. Photovoltaic power

stations. Methodology of PV-installation calculations.

Tutorials. Tasks corresponding to subject of lectures.

Project. Project of solar or PV-installation for fixed initial data.

Assessment methods Grade (Project and one control work)

Learning outcomes

Knowledge

Student knows parameters, methods and instruments to measurement of solar radiation, solar

geometry, parameters and technologies of solar energy conversion into heat or electricity,

applications.

Ability (skill)

Student skills to calculate quantity of solar radiation incidence to convertor (collector of PV

module) and evaluates quantity of heat or electricity produced by solar installation.

Student skills to design simply solar installation

Competition

Student skills to evaluate the solar installations problems from technical, economic and

ecological point of view

Required readings

1. Galloway T.: Solar house: a guide for the solar designer. Elsevier, Oxford, Architectural Press

2007

2. Planning and installing solar/thermal systems: a guide for installers, architects and

engineers. London, James & James; Earthscan. 2005. Berlin, Springer,

3. Green M.T: Third generation photovoltaics: advanced solar energy conversion. 2010

Supplementary

readings

1. Klugmann-Radziemska E.: Fundamentals of Energy Generation. Wyd. Politechniki

Gdańskiej, Gdańsk 2009, s.86-115

2. Poulek V.: Solar energy: photovoltaics promising trend for today and close future. Praha,

CUA, 2006

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Course title STEAM AND GUS TURBINE


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Teaching method Lecture and tutorials

Person responsible




the course

[email protected]

Course code




Hours per week Lectures - 2h

Tutorials – 1h Hours per semester 30 Lectures/15 Tutorials

Objectives of the

course Fundamental information about steam and gas turbines


prerequisites Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Fluid Flow

Course contents

Lectures

Introduction (main information about turbines; axial and radial turbines; steam, gas and water

turbines; etc.)

Steam flow in guide vanes

Impulse stage of steam turbine

Reaction stage of steam turbine

Curtis stage of steam turbine

Multistage steam turbines

Construction of steam turbine and its main parts

Energy balance of steam turbine; energy losses

Power regulation of steam turbine

Control systems of steam turbines

Gas turbines in power station

Gas flow in turbine

Constructions of gas turbine

Tutorials

Tasks corresponding to subject of lectures

Assessment methods Grade (one control work)

Learning outcomes

Knowledge

Student knows: basic parameters and idea of operation for turbine stages and multistage

turbine, constructions of elements and their function in turbine, characteristics of turbines,

methods of power capacity regulation

Ability (skill)

Student skills: advantages and disadvantages of turbine, to calculate the basic parameters for

turbine

Competition

Student has to develop knowledge deals to turbines

Required readings

1. Horlock J.H.: Axial flow turbines. Butterworths, 1966

2. Janecki S., Krawczuk M.: Dynamics of steam turbine rotor blading. Part One. Single blades

and packets. Ossolineum. S. Maszyny Przepływowe, 1998

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Supplementary

readings

1. Rządkowski R.: Dynamics of steam turbine rotor blading. Part Two. Bladed discs.

Ossolineum. S. Maszyny Przepływowe, 1998

2. Pfleiderer C., Petermann H.: Strömungsmachinen. Springer Verlag 1991

3. Von Käppeli E.: Strömungsmachinen an Beispielen. Verlag Harri Deutsch, 1994

Additional

information

Course title THERMODYNAMICS

Teaching method Lecture, tutorials

Person responsible

for the course Anna Majchrzycka



Course code



Semester Winter Language of instruction English

Hours per week L-2, T-2 Hours per semester L 30 , T 30

Objectives of the

course

Thermodynamics is course dealing with energy and its transformation. It is a standard course

that covers the First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics and concludes with applications on

steam power plants, gas power cycles, and refrigeration. Upon successful completion of this

course, the student will understand the fundamentals of energy and energy transfers.


Course contents

Basic properties and concepts, work and heat, the first law of thermodynamics - closed systems,

thermodynamic properties of pure substances and equations of state, open systems and the

first law, the second law of thermodynamics and entropy, energy conversion - gas cycles, energy

conversion - vapor cycles, combustion

Assessment methods Tutorials –test

Written exam

Recommended

readings

1. Benson, Rowland S.- Advanced engineering thermodynamics,1977

2. HolmanJ.P-Thermodynamics , Mc Graw –Hil1988, l,

3. Howell, John R.- Fundamentals of engineering thermodynamics: English/SI version, 1987.

4. KarlekarB.V-Thermodynamics for engineers , NY,1983.

5. Ragone, David V.- Thermodynamics of materials. Vol. 1,21995.

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information

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Course title POLYMER PROCESSING II

Field of study Erasmus

Teaching method Lecture (L) / Laboratory (Lab)

Person responsible

for the course

Magdalena Urbaniak

PhD Eng.



Course code



Semester summer Language of instruction English



L – 30

Lab – 30

Objectives of the

course

The theoretical knowledge on reactive resins and their composites and biocomposites with

respect given to their processing methods as well as technological and thermomechanical

properties of such materials.

The practical skills in preparation and realization of thermal and mechanical testing on cast or

laminated samples of polymer composite materials.

Entry requirements/

prerequisites

Basic knowledge of polymer chemistry.

To be familiar with Polymer Materials II and Polymer Processing I

Course contents

Thermosetting polymers, composites and biocomposites: definitions, classification, structures

and properties. Processing methods of thermosetting composites, and effects of

fillers/reinforcements on composite processability and properties. Composite applications and

their trends. Thermal and mechanical investigation methods of composites.

Preparation of thermosetting polymer and composite samples.

Testing of thermal, physical and mechanical properties of the composites.

Assessment methods L – written exam

Lab – written reports

Learning outcomes

Student has widened knowledge about thermosetting polymers and composites and their

manufacturing and testing methods.

Students can use sources of literature, seek and follow the development of new technologies,

advanced materials and methods their identification. Students are able to prepare

thermosetting composite samples and their thermomechanical testing.

Student has awareness of environmental and economical advantages by using of thermosetting

biocomposites.

Required readings

1. Harper Ch.A.: Handbook of plastic processes, Wiley Inters., Hoboken 2006.

2. Pascault J.-P., Sautereau H., Verdi J., Williams R.J.J.: Thermosetting Polymers, Marcel Dekker,

New York 2002.

3. Adams R., Mallick P.K., Newman S.: Composite Materials Technology: Processes and

Properties, Hanser, Munich 1991.

4. Thakur V.K.: Green Composites from Natural Resources, Taylor & Francis Group LLC, Bota

Raton, 2014.

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Supplementary

readings

1. Wilkinson A.N., Ryan A.J.: Polymer processing and structure development, Kluwer Academic,

Dordrecht 1998.

2. Prime R.B.: Thermosets, in "Thermal characterization of polymeric materials", ed. E.A. Turi, 2nd

Edition, Academic Press, London 1997, vol. 2, chapter 6, pp. 1379–1766.

3. Tsai L.D., Hwang M.R.: Thermoplastic & Thermosetting Polymers & Composites, Nova Science

Publishers Inc., 2011.

Additional

information Laboratory groups – max. 6 persons

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