Safety Engineering
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DepartmentFaculty of Civil Engineering
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Program code6211EX031
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Field of studyEngineering
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QualificationMaster of Engineering Sciences
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Duration1.5
About
SAFETY ENGINEERING
| Degree | Master of Engineering Sciences |
| Length | 1.5 years (3 semesters) |
| Study language | Lithuanian |
| Start | 1st of September |
| Entry Qualification | To this programme applicants are accepted from the fields of Safety Engineering. |
Safety is the most important factor in any field – business, science, art, or engineering. VILNIUS TECH is the only university in Lithuania that offers studies in Safety Engineering, which is a state priority.
This master's study program aims to prepare specialists who can independently develop and apply scientific ideas in safety engineering. During studies, knowledge and skills are acquired, allowing one to solve safety engineering tasks by designing buildings and structures that are maximally protected from natural, technical, ecological or social hazards, as well as by selecting and implementing solutions to ensure sustainable safety and evaluating their impact. the human factor of sustainable safety management. This field is not only necessary but also vital, promoting cooperation between scientists, engineers of various fields, business enterprises and state institutions, to achieve a common goal: human welfare – a safe environment.
The program in the field of safety engineering provides not only engineering knowledge but also teaches the application of the latest calculation, simulations and situation modeling principles and computer programs.
A modern safety engineer is a skilled engineer who integrates knowledge of technological sciences, scientific research and informatics, able to evaluate results, predict events and determine their reliability, and ensure safety in a new, unknown or constantly changing environment. Able to manage sustainable security projects and implement security solutions with analytical and teamwork skills.
What competencies will I acquire?
The Master's program in Safety Engineering is designed to gain the skills in:
- analyze and evaluate safety engineering problems, theory and practice in this field, research methodology and methods, information collection, data processing and analysis methods;
- evaluate, apply and implement technical, technological and organizational solutions in various fields of safety engineering;
- ensure the safety of infrastructure objects against human-caused accidents;
- model events and incidents, apply mathematical risk assessment methods, perform computer modeling of processes;
- during rescue operations, to manage the forces at the places of incidents and extreme events, to take care of the psychological well-being of oneself and others.
What are my possible career pathways?
- working in building and structure design, building and structure construction, and construction expert companies;
- working in security systems and equipment installation companies;
- working in state institutions and companies responsible for the safety of people and property;
- working as experts in the development and research of security measures;
- establishing your own company and working as consultant, expert in the field of safety
- teaching in a higher education institution;
- pursuing doctoral studies.
Study subjects
1 Semester
obligatory
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STGSM17120 9 credits
Burning Processes and Fire Simulation
Module aim
After completing this course, students will gain knowledge about the physical, chemical, etc. dynamic processes that occur in fires and the ability to analyze and plan the course of fires and their management based on FDS program.
Module description
The factors influencing the course and development of a fire are examined. Fire combustion is an irreversible thermodynamic process. In order to predict fire behavior, it is important to understand the ignition factors, the factors determining fire spread, the active fire protection systems, the properties of building enclosures, and their impact. For complex fire development process prediction, software packages such as FDS (NIST, USA) are used, which allow for fairly accurate assessment.
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STGSM17121 9 credits
Computer Aided Design
Module aim
It is a combination of theory and practice that helps to understand the application of numerical mathematical methods in predicting fire phenomena and thereby increasing fire safety. Mastering theory and practice will help you master complex computer programs widely used in modern fire protection practice. Students will learn to use computer modeling to evaluate the fire safety of the designed structures and the people in them.
Module description
The aim of the module is to form the understanding of the numerical mathematical methods used for simulation of the fire phenomena and carry out the simulation by applying computer codes. The attention is focussed on the application of the computer simulation to the assessment of fire safety of the buildings under design.
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STGSM17119 3 credits
Master Graduation Thesis 1
Module aim
Learn to analyze and interpret scientific literature and data from other sources, be able to choose appropriate methods for conducting research.
Module description
The literature on the topic under consideration is reviewed, and the material presented in the scientific and technical literature is examined according to the topic under consideration. A theoretical justification is created, which is connected with the further preparation of the final thesis.
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STGSM17122 3 credits
Fundamentals of Research and Innovation
Module aim
To enable students to effectively and purposefully apply the knowledge and abilities required for the development of scientific research and innovation.
Module description
It is a set of theoretical and practical knowledge that helps to understand the goals, tasks and main methods of scientific research and innovative activities in the field of construction. It is important to know the process of creating innovations and the commercialization of innovations, the protection of intellectual property. The subject includes the application of mathematical modeling and experimental activity methods in solving construction science problems, data collection and processing methods. It is important to understand the role of mathematical statistics and probabilistic modeling in the research process. Students will benefit from the methods of planning experiments, operations research, and statistical quality control when conducting scientific work. Construction students are given general knowledge about the methods of assessing and ensuring the reliability of construction objects. The subject also includes methods of risk assessment and management of industrial objects and methods of group creativity.
one of the following
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STVNM17222 6 credits
Quality Management Systems
Module aim
The purpose of the subject is to familiarize students with the concept of global quality, quality costs, quality management mechanisms and continuous improvement methods in construction, the essence of ISO quality standards, the application of global quality management in construction, and to provide thinking and practical work skills.
Module description
The study subject introduces the concept of quality, history, global quality, analyzes quality costs, quality management mechanisms in construction, continuous improvement methods in construction, examines global participation: strategic planning of human resources in global quality management, teamwork. The organization of remuneration for work, quality system standards, alternative quality management models (quality awards) are examined, global quality management in construction is analyzed. A project-based learning method is used to develop practical skills. Working in groups, students analyze literature, solve practical situations, apply various methods (cause-effect diagram, flow diagram of processes, etc.), prepare course projects.
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STTMM17128 6 credits
Theory and Methods of Optimization in Technics
Module aim
To learn formulation of various safety engineering optimization problems, to analyze, simulate and solve themes.
Module description
To get knowledge of the optimization theory, to get acquainted with the main types of optimization problems, to study linear and nonlinear mathematical programming. To understand the principles of their application for solution safety engineering optimization problems. To apply the acquired knowledge selecting methods for solution of optimization problems, computational algorithms and computer software
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STGSM24134 6 credits
Risk assessment and management (with Course roject)
Module aim
After completing this course, students will acquire the ability to design structural and technological processes by assessing the risks that may arise during construction and operation, to prevent possible accidents both during the construction and operation of structural and other technical objects.
Module description
It is a combination of theory and practice that helps develop students’ ability to design buildings and execute technological processes while ensuring safety and minimizing risks. Students will learn to draw conclusions from painful industrial accidents experienced in the past and to avoid those accidents in the future. The essence of the subject is the application of risk assessment and management methods in design. The knowledge gained by the students will allow using a systematic approach to design and reducing the possibility of potential accidents during the construction and operation of various objects and technological processes. Students are required to complete all scheduled laboratory work.
2 Semester
obligatory
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STGSM17128 9 credits
Safety in Production Processes
Module aim
To provide knowledge about the safety of production processes hazardous to fire and explosion and the ability to manage it.
Module description
Production processes during which fire and explosion may occur are examined. EU and Lithuanian legal documents are analyzed. The dangerousness of the used materials, technological processes and the possibilities of reducing the risk are evaluated. The project of the fire safety part in Asg and Bsg categories production and storage buildings is introduced and specific production processes are examined.
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STGSM17127 9 credits
Safety and Management of Salvage Operations (with course work)
Module aim
To acquaint students with the strategy, tactics and safety of rescue work organization and execution, situation management methods, principles of interaction with other services during fire fighting and emergency situations.
Module description
The subject of safety and management of rescue operations is a set of theory and practice about the safe performance of rescue operations, skilled tactical management. Firefighting and rescue work are among the most dangerous jobs. Rescuers must know and know how to perform the job safely, e.g. stabilizing a car after a transport accident, freeing people from a wrecked car, how to work safely during a chemical and radiation accident, etc. The manager of rescue operations must ensure the safe work of subordinates, must properly manage the situation, organize interaction with special services. When performing rescue work, it is necessary to assess changes in the situation and make appropriate decisions. In order to fully absorb theoretical knowledge, students complete coursework. During teaching, it is appropriate to present the experience of rescue services of foreign countries to students.
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STGSM24133 9 credits
Application of Mathematical Methods in Emergency Management
Module aim
To provide knowledge on predicting extreme actions induced during industrial accidents and extreme natural phenomena and assessment of consequences posed by such actions.
Module description
Industrial accidents and extreme natural phenomena and actions induced by them. Mathematical models used to describe and predict extreme actions. Basics of quantitative risk assessment. Individual industrial accidents: fires in industry, accidental explosions, toxic releases. Explosions of BLEVE and UVCE type. Extreme natural phenomena and actions induced by them. Modelling geographical distribution of extreme meteorological phenomena. Students must attend at least 70 % of the scheduled practical sessions.
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STGSM17125 3 credits
Master Graduation Thesis 2
Module aim
Train up to analyze and interpret scientific literature, and data of other sources, to select tools for evaluation and their application.
Module description
Options for solving the problem are evaluated, a research program is drawn up, the solution methodology is described, and research and technological equipment is used. Partial execution of research and preliminary summarization of research data is carried out. An interim work report is being prepared.
3 Semester
obligatory
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STGSM17130 24 credits
Master Graduation Thesis
Module aim
Be able to perform analytical, modeling and experimental research, evaluate their data, analyze research results and summarize them.
Module description
Final performance of tests and investigations. Analysis and summarization of test and research data. Preparation of conclusions and proposals. Completion and formalization of theses.
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STGSM17129 6 credits
Management of Occupational Stress
Module aim
After completing this course, students will be familiar with the main theories of stress and the possibilities of their practical applications, they will be able to analyse and effectively manage stress in extreme situations.
Module description
Stress is a natural human reaction to external factors, problems and changes in circumstances. The factors may be social, physical or psychological. It is not possible to get rid of stress completely, as we face new challenges every day, but it is possible to learn to manage stress. The stress experienced by rescuers at work can lead to a deterioration in the quality of work and poor performance of job functions. The psycho-emotional state of lifeguards and other statutory officials, the specifics of the stress they experience at work, and the management of stress are current public health issues. During the lectures, students are introduced to the main methods of stress management and their application in practice. While having lectures, various relaxation techniques are presented, the possibilities of their use in overcoming stress, stress management techniques are taught: awareness of stressful situations in one’s own life, awareness of irrational stressful thoughts and the possibilities of changing them, etc.
Statistics
| Metric | Value |
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| Enrolled students | 3 |
| Enrolled to FT | 3 |
| Min FT grade | 9.43 |