Graduate of the study program Technology of Polymer Materials: • has cross-sectional knowledge in the field of macromolecular chemistry, polymer physics, degradation mechanisms of materials, biotechnological polymers, polymer and composite materials processing technologies, but also in informatics, art history, monument protection ethics and is ready for their creative use in scientific research the current state of knowledge in both areas within the study program • has extensive knowledge of physical and chemical methods and complex experimental equipment suitable for the analysis and testing of polymeric materials, additives used in the design of new types of materials, as well as in the analysis of historical documents and works forming part of heritage sites • has experience in designing and planning experiments, with statistical processing of results, as well as in presenting research results in the scientific community of the relevant field • can communicate with colleagues, the wider scientific community and the general public in their field in both areas • masters scientific methods of research and development of new types of macromolecular materials, understands the relationship between structure, properties and technology of production and processing of synthetic and natural polymers, modified polymer mixtures and composites for a wide area of research and industry of production and applications of natural and synthetic polymers • masters the theoretical foundations for the creation of technologies for the protection of heritage materials and objects, the search for new substances, new methods, new materials and devices, equipment, systems to increase the safety and quality of heritage, expanding the capacity and effectiveness of its protection • be able to support technical, social or cultural progress in a knowledge-based society in an academic and professional context
Graduate of the study program Technology of Polymer Materials: • has practical experience and skills in the use of complex experimental equipment suitable for the analysis and testing of polymeric materials, additives used in the design of new types of materials, as well as in the analysis of historical documents and works forming part of heritage sites • can survey the composition and structure of materials, obtain data on properties using the most modern methods and process this data and interpret it appropriately in both areas depending on the focus of the study • can design suitable technological procedures for property modification, processing of polymeric materials, resp. preventive protection and restoration and conservation interventions depending on the focus of the study • can actively acquire new knowledge and information and use them in formulating recommendations for development in both scientific areas • can communicate and work creatively in an interdisciplinary team of experts interested in the technology of polymeric materials, respectively. in the protection of cultural heritage • in practical scientific and research work fulfils the principles of the link research-development-production-use-recycling, legal and environmental aspects of new polymer products and ethical and social aspects of scientific work • can use the acquired knowledge in solving and implementing modern synthetic procedures and analytical methods. • knowledge of relevant legislation allows him to work with groups that solve serious problems of real practice while being able to communicate competently with relevant scientific institutions • can combine the latest knowledge from various areas of macromolecular chemistry, polymer technology, as well as natural sciences to solve a technical problem to obtain a solution with significant added value
Graduate of the study program Technology of Polymer Materials: ● is independent in solving professional tasks, projects and coordinating partial activities in both areas of study within the focus ● can independently and creatively solve complex projects; concerning his professional focus, he can think analytically, present his own opinions and solutions to new and non-standard situations and understand the current state of technology ● is ready to work effectively in a team, cooperate and motivate people, take responsibility for team results ● can plan their own education, organize their work and acquire new knowledge independently ● can set a time plan for solving the project so that it minimizes the cost component and adheres to the time plan of the employer or customer by applying modern approaches to working time planning also concerning other members of the work team ● is characterized by the ability to identify, quantify and evaluate the impact of problem-solving on the social area, on the historical and artistic value of artefacts and the environment ● can present their own opinions and technical solutions suitably and professionally in front of different types of audiences at different levels of management ● can lead teams of employees, lead projects, formulate research problems, work in an interdisciplinary team and communicate relevantly with its members ● based on knowledge of relevant knowledge and data can develop concepts and trends in technological development for both areas depending on the focus of the study
Graduates of the study program Technology of Polymer Materials apply: • in research management positions • in production and development management in the field of polymers • as researchers in research and educational institutions • managers and researchers in memory and fund institutions, resp. in state administration
Indication of professions: Graduate of the study program Technology of Polymer Materials: The graduate can apply (according to the System of Professions at https://sustavapovolani.sk ) as: • Chemical specialist in research and development in the given areas of specialization • Chemist specialist in polymer research and development • Conservation scientist • Research and development manager • Manager in research and development in the given areas of specialization • Manager in chemical and pharmaceutical production, In practice, e.g. as Chemical Specialist in Polymer Processing Technologist, Quality Management Specialist in Chemical Production.
Graduates of the study program Technology of Polymer Materials apply: in the positions of research managers (Ing. Štefan Boháček, PhD., director of VUPC Bratislava, Ing. Dana Rástočná Illová, PhD., director of VÚTCH-CHEMITEX spol. s. r. o. Žilina), in production and development management, or fund protection (Henrich Krump, PhD., Production and Technical Director BizLink Technology Slovakia s. r. o. Trenčianska Teplá, Ing. Dávid Šarišský, PhD. Production and Technical Director Chemosvit Fólie a. s. Svit, Ing. Martina Bajzíková, PhD., Director of the Fund Protection Department Slovak National Library), as researchers in research and educational institutions (VŠVU in Bratislava - Mgr. Art. Zuzana Machatová, PhD.; STU in Bratislava - Ing. Katarína Čížová, PhD.), in memory and fund institutions (Slovak National Archive - Ing. Božena Habalová, PhD.), or in the state administration Monuments Office (Ing. Lenka Dubínyová, PhD.).
The Polymer Materials Technology study program prepares graduates who have the opportunity to work in positions requiring a second or third-degree university degree. The doctoral study program graduates will find employment in positions corresponding to the study degree (SKKR 7). Graduates can perform the professions mentioned in point 3a above. Employers have a positive assessment of the ability of graduates of the Polymer Materials Technology study program to creatively apply theoretical knowledge to solve specific problems and challenges in the field of polymer chemistry and polymer production and processing technology. Thanks to their wide-ranging expertise and technical skills, they can apply themselves in various areas in the chemical, plastics, rubber, pulp and paper, fibre and textile, or the printing industry in jobs requiring a second or third degree. The quality of the study program is undoubtedly enhanced by close cooperation between the faculty and industrial partners and research institutions to ensure that students are already confronted with the challenges they will face in their future employment. In this regard, an essential partner of the FCFT, which regularly, usually twice a year, provides feedback from employers, is the Industrial Board of the FCFT (https://www.fchpt.stuba.sk/sk/fakulta/priemyselna-rada.html?page_id=3070 ) and its members representing the most important industrial partners in the chemical and food industries. These are, for example, JUDr. Silvia Karásiková, HR Director, Duslo a. s., Šaľa, Ing. Martin Dzivák, Production Director, Zeocem a. s., Bystré, doc. Ing. Dr. Peter Vrábel, Production and Technical Director, Rona, a.s., Lednické Rovne, Ing. Dávid Šariský, PhD., Manager of Dept. technology and innovations, Chemosvit Folie a. s., Svit, Ing. Ľudevít Paulíny, General Director, Aluprint s. r. o., Vrútky, Ing. Jozef Šesták, CSc., Managing Director, Research Institute of Textile Chemistry - Chemitex s. r. o., Žilina. For the field of chemical engineering and technology, these are Ing. Vladimir Krajči, Production Director, Mondi SCP a. s., Ružomberok, Alžbeta Grácová, Director of the Human Resources Department, Slovnaft a. s., Ing. Peter, Plekanec, Executive Vice President, Association of Industrial Ecology in Slovakia, Trenčín. For the field of food technologies and biotechnology are Ing. Ján Durec, PhD., Director of Research and Development, McCarter a. s., Bratislava, Ing. Dušan Janíček, Director for External Relations, Slovenské cukrovary s. r. o., Sereď, Ing. Peter Novoroľník, Production Director, RAJO a. s., Bratislava, Klaudia Sokolová, HR Manager, Mecom Group s. r. o., Ing. Miroslav Havlík, director, Evonik Fermas s. r. o., Slovenská Ľupča, Ing. Martin Minárik, Director, Axxence Slovakia s. r. o., Ing. Marian Lesanský, director, PreVaK, s. r. o., Stará Turá. For the field of the biochemical and pharmaceutical industry are RNDr. Richard Hercek, Head of API Plant, Saneca Pharmaceuticals a. s., Hlohovec and Ing. Branislav Brežný, General Director, Research Institute of Chemical Technologies a. s., Bratislava. The employers emphasize the quality of training in laboratory skills, graduates' ability to face various technical problems and find suitable solutions, and the ability to work independently and as a team. The education of graduates in soft skills is also welcome, the acquisition of which is a part of several compulsory and optional subjects.This is not the case of regulated professions
