Adhering to the principle of moral education as the foundation, students will systematically acquire the basic theories, specialized knowledge and core skills of the Composite Materials and Engineering program, receive rigorous engineering practice training, and focus on the cultivation of practical and innovative capabilities, so as to meet the following program requirements:
1. Engineering Knowledge
Graduates have a solid foundation of knowledge in mathematics, natural sciences, information sciences and engineering fundamentals; systematically master the basic theoretical knowledge of the composite materials and engineering major and possess a complete and coherent professional knowledge framework; are able to integrate the core theories and technologies of related disciplines and form an interdisciplinary knowledge system that supports the solution of complex engineering problems in the field of composite materials.
2. Problem Analysis
Graduates are able to apply engineering knowledge to identify and formulate complex engineering problems in the design, preparation and application of composite materials and related fields; can sort out key technical characteristics and specific requirements and conduct scientific verification, by applying multiple methods such as mathematical analysis, computer-aided design, and systematic experimental research; conduct an in-depth analysis of key influencing factors such as material components, process parameters, and environmental conditions; select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling techniques, draw valid conclusions, and communicate them to relevant stakeholders.
3. Design/Development of Solutions
Graduates are able to design and develop systematic solutions for complex engineering problems related to composite materials in accordance with predefined specific technical indicators and requirements; are capable of independently designing composite material components, production units, or full-process technical schemes that meet the requirements of application scenarios, can integrate innovative thinking and awareness of artificial intelligence technology application into the design process, and improve the scientificity and efficiency of design by means of numerical simulation, intelligent optimization and other methods. The solutions are viable, and the design deliverables can tangibly meet the demands of industrial advancement and social progress.
4. Research
Graduates konw literature retrieval methods, proficiently use various databases for retrieval, and are able to accurately screen and effectively extract core data and key information from literatures; initiatives to tackle complex engineering issues in the field of composite materials; are able to conduct research on complex engineering problems related to composite materials based on scientific principles and by adopting scientific methods, including designing experimental protocols, conducting experiments safely, collecting and recording experimental data accurately and objectively, as well as analyzing and interpreting the data; and draw reasonable and valid conclusions through comparative analysis with the findings of relevant literatures.
5. Application of Modern Tools
Graduates are able to select, use and develop appropriate modern production equipment, characterization technologies, literature resources, simulation and emulation tools, as well as information technology tools to address complex engineering problems related to composite materials; including the prediction and simulation of complex engineering problems related to composite materials, and are able to understand their limitations. Throughout the entire process of tool application and technology development, graduates shall strictly comply with safety technical specifications, take into account economic feasibility analysis, and ensure that tool application and technology development meet the requirements of engineering practice.
6. Engineering and Sustainable Development
Graduates have a good understanding of the knowledge related to the environment and sustainable development in composite materials engineering; are able to analyze and evaluate the impacts of engineering practices on health, safety, the environment, laws, as well as economic and social sustainability based on the relevant background knowledge of composite materials engineering, and understand the corresponding responsibilities they should undertake.
7. Engineering Ethics and Professional Codes
Graduates are familiar with the legal norms such as qualification compliance, safety assurance and intellectual property rights; In accordance with ethical principles such as prioritizing social responsibility, integrity, fairness, and sustainable development, graduates possess the awareness of dedicating themselves to engineering for national prosperity and public well-being, along with attainments in the humanities and social sciences and a strong sense of social responsibility.
8. Individual and Teamwork
Graduates are able to act as individuals, team members or leaders in diverse, interdisciplinary teams; and to communicate effectively with team members to carry out collaborative work.
9. Communication
Graduates are able to communicate and interact effectively with industry peers and the general public on complex engineering problems, including writing reports and design documents, delivering presentations, and expressing ideas or responding to instructions clearly, can also communicate and exchange ideas in cross-cultural contexts, with an understanding and respect for linguistic and cultural differences.
10. Project Management
Graduates possess the knowledge of project management and the methods of economic decision-making; have a good grasp of the cost composition throughout the entire life cycle and full process of composite materials engineering and its products, and possess the ability to apply project management tools and methods to solve practical engineering problems in interdisciplinary collaboration scenarios.
11. Lifelong Learning
Graduates are able to keep track of the development of cutting-edge technologies in the professional field, possess the awareness and capability of independent exploration, autonomous learning, lifelong learning and critical thinking, understand the impacts of widespread technological transformations on engineering and society, and adapt to new technological changes.
