The graduate: - understands the principles and regularities of industrial production, particularly in mechanical, automotive, aerospace, and energy industries, based on knowledge from natural sciences and technical disciplines, and comprehends the relationship between materials, manufacturing technologies, and the resulting properties of products, - has a solid understanding of welding, joining, machining, forming, additive manufacturing, casting, and production equipment, - possesses knowledge of the integration of modern technologies, automation, and digital elements into manufacturing processes, with an emphasis on efficiency and environmental sustainability, - has a foundational understanding of economics, production process management, and technical English necessary for communication in engineering practice.
The graduate: - is capable of analyzing customer requirements based on technical documentation, standards, and specifications within the production process, and identifying key parameters essential for manufacturing, - understands the fundamentals of designing tools, fixtures, and production equipment, and is able to innovate and improve existing products and manufacturing infrastructure to enhance production efficiency, - can solve technical problems by applying the latest knowledge in automation, control, optimization, sustainability, and intelligent manufacturing processes, - is able to create 3D CAD models of products, design workstation layouts, and propose manufacturing processes using CAD software and simulation tools to optimize production workflows, - is familiar with health and safety principles related to various material processing technologies, can compile technical reports, present work results, and communicate effectively within a team environment.
The graduate: - is able to assess the suitability of various manufacturing technologies (additive manufacturing, machining, forming, welding, casting) and propose effective solutions for production processes, - can analyze technical problems in manufacturing, identify their root causes, and efficiently seek solutions using modern technologies, - is capable of monitoring and implementing emerging industry trends such as smart manufacturing, Industry 4.0, and hybrid production systems, - is proficient in using digital tools commonly employed in industry, including CAD/CAM/CAE systems, - understands the principles of quality management and sustainability in manufacturing, and can implement measures to minimize waste and increase process efficiency, - is familiar with safety regulations in production environments and understands the environmental aspects of industrial technologies.
The Manufacturing Engineering study program, with its specializations in (a) Additive Technologies and Hybrid production, (b) Welding and Joining of Materials, and (c) Intelligent and Sustainable Machining and Forming Processes, is focused on advanced manufacturing technologies and is highly applicable in industries such as automotive, mechanical engineering, aerospace, metallurgy, energy, and both light and heavy machinery sectors. Graduates primarily find employment in these key industrial areas, which are significantly represented within the Slovak Republic. Graduates of the program possess a strong foundation in natural sciences, mathematics, physics, engineering materials, economics, and management, as well as in core manufacturing technologies such as welding, machining, forming, foundry processes, and additive manufacturing—all of which are essential components of mechanical production. They are fully prepared for practical application across all sectors of industrial manufacturing. The graduate demonstrates creativity in identifying and implementing technical solutions into production processes and is capable of applying up-to-date theoretical knowledge to solve real-world engineering problems. They can independently assess various solution options and select the most effective one, taking into account both benefits and cost-efficiency. Furthermore, they possess fundamental awareness in managerial, economic, legal, environmental, and ethical aspects, and are able to apply this knowledge in professional practice. Their expertise enables them to contribute to technical production planning, process control, and product quality assessment. Upon completing the first cycle of the study program (Bachelor’s level), graduates are prepared to either continue in a second-cycle (Master’s) program or enter the job market successfully. Thanks to their professional competencies, graduates can pursue careers as independent technologists, project managers, design engineers, constructors, systems designers, specialists in various types of enterprises and institutions, or as members of technical teams across various industrial sectors in both public and private domains. They may also serve as line managers in technological planning and production departments throughout all branches of the economy. The complexity of tasks they are capable of solving independently corresponds to the level and profile of their academic training. Due to the broad applicability of their skill set and strong alignment with industry needs, the unemployment rate among graduates of Manufacturing Technology and Manufacturing Engineering is very low.
A graduate of the Manufacturing engineering study program: - is ready to study the second degree of university studies and can use the acquired knowledge and skills directly to continue studying in the following engineering study programs in the field of engineering. - The graduate is qualified for employment in the following positions (according to the system professions at sustavapovolani.sk): engineering technologist, engineering specialist technologist, production planning specialist, plastic processing technician, engineering specialist designer, master (supervisor) in engineering production, CNC machine programmer, welding technologist, welding specialist, welding specialist. Instruction in engineering production, engineer in engineering production, master (supervisor) in blacksmithing, operator of forming equipment, operator of metal rolling machine, foundry technician technician, foundry technician Metalurg, master (supervisor) in foundry, technician metrologist.
The Manufacturing Engineering study program includes the specializations Additive Technologies and Hybrid Manufacturing Systems, Welding and Joining of Materials, and Intelligent and Sustainable Machining and Forming Processes, and builds upon the foundation of the original study program Manufacturing Technologies. Over recent years, a large number of successful graduates have completed this program, many of whom have established careers in both the commercial and academic spheres. Notable alumni in the commercial sector include: 1. Ing. Michal Šimek, PhD – Head of the Laser Welding Department at PRVÁ ZVÁRAČSKÁ, a. s., Bratislava 2. Ing. Jozef Zóhn, IWE – Director of ASKOZVAR s. r. o., Košice 3. Ing. Lukáš Pikna, PhD – Business Architect for MES and Automation at Bekaert Slovakia s. r. o., Sládkovičovo 4. Ing. Lukáš Satin, PhD – Head of Plastics Molding Operations at Fremach Trnava, s. r. o., Trnava 5. Ing. Miroslav Jáňa, PhD – International Welding Engineer in the field of nuclear energy at Centrum pre vedu a výskum, s.r.o., Jaslovské Bohunice 6. Ing. Michal Prach, PhD – Maintenance Preparation Technologist – Welding at Slovenské elektrárne, a.s., Bohunice Nuclear Power Plant 7. Ing. Rudolf Zaujec, PhD – Head of Research and Development Department at MASAM s.r.o., Vráble 8. Ing. Marek Zvončan, PhD – Head of R&D Department at BOGE Elastmetall Slovakia a.s., Trnava 9. Ing. Igor Kostolný, PhD – International Welding Technologist at the Welding Research Institute – Industrial Institute of SR 10. Ing. Pavol Miša – Team Coordinator for Forming, Welding, and Heat Treatment Technologies at Schaeffler Skalica, spol. s r. o., Skalica 11. Ing. Michal Ivanec – Chief Technologist for Forming and Quality Control at Eiben, s. r. o., Vlkanová Successful graduates in academia and research include: 1. doc. Ing. Marcel Kuruc, PhD – Associate Professor at the Faculty of Materials Science and Technology, STU in Trnava 2. Ing. Jaroslav Kováčik, PhD – Researcher at Department KS II.a, Institute of Materials and Machine Mechanics – Slovak Academy of Sciences 3. Dr. Ing. Robert Bielak – Senior Scientist at Vienna University of Technology, Faculty of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Institute of Production Engineering and Photonic Technologies, Vienna, Austria 4. Ing. Ján Milde, PhD – Assistant Professor at MTF STU in Trnava 5. Ing. Vladimír Šimna, PhD – Assistant Professor at MTF STU in Trnava 6. Ing. Tomáš Vopát, PhD – Researcher at Department KS II.a, MTF STU in Trnava 7. Ing. František Jurina, PhD – Researcher at MTF STU in Trnava
Statement of the MASAM s.r.o. The graduate of bachelor´s degree in the field of Production Engineering is capable to solve by his own the technical tasks under professional supervision. The graduate can work on the positions of structural design, technical preparation of production, production technology and also on project coordination in industrial plants. In our company we have employed such a graduate in the Division of design of cutting tools, where he has fully held the given position after probationary period. The Bachelor´s study program Production engineering thus fully complies the demands of industry for a selected type of positions and it is an excellent basis for continuing in further study. Statement of the FIRST WELDING COMPANY Inc. The graduate of bachelor´s study program Production Engineering will posses the basic professional knowledges from the field of engineering production and technological processes. He will master the principles of creative engineering, which will enable him to participate in the planning and optimizing the production processes, with emphasis on the intelligent and sustainable technologies. After attending the bachelor´s degree, he will be ready for the working positions in the industrial plants, where he may work as a technologist, production-technical specialist, specialist for the additive production, machining, forming and welding. In dependence of the chosen specialisation, he may also extend his knowledge in one of the following three fields: a) Additive technologies and hybrid production systems, b) Welding and joining of materials, c) Intelligent and sustainable processes of machining and forming. The graduate will be able to assert himself in industrial practice, where he will utilize the acquired knowledge in improving and optimizing the production processes.A graduate of the Bachelor's degree program in Manufacturing Engineering acquires a broad theoretical foundation in technologies across various sectors of industrial production. In their future career, they will be able to effectively address both theoretical and practical problems related to manufacturing. This study program prepares graduates for a diverse range of technologies used in real-world production environments, equipping them with solid knowledge for further professional development. By continuing to the second cycle of study, the graduate will gain valuable practical skills and insight into the manufacturing of complex components, parts, and structures, which they can further apply during their academic or professional journey. Upon completing the program, the graduate is well-positioned to pursue a career in the diverse field of mechanical manufacturing, both in Slovakia and abroad.
