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Brno University of Technology Czech Republic June 2007 Brno University of Technology Brno University of Technology Who We Are • • • A research university; One of the top 500 universities in the world (The Times of London 2006 survey); Offer a broad spectrum of programs and interdisciplinary studies in Engineering, Sciences, Business Administration and Arts. Brno University of Technology Core values • • • • • Spirit of invention and scientific inquiry; Creativity; Professionalism; Freedom of thoughts; and Contribution to democratic development of our society. Brno University of Technology Achievements • Made a major historical contribution to industrialization and social development of Czech Republic; • Our alumni are leading professionals and managers of the country; • play a significant role in our society - current Prime Minister is BUT alumnus; • ten members of the House of Representatives are our alumni. Brno University of Technology Mission Sapere aude To have courage to use your own reasoning. Vision • • To be a part of the European research space; and To be a hub of excellence in advanced technologies and higher education. Brno University of Technology Early History Founded in 1899 as Czech Technical University in Brno by a decree of Emperor Franz Joseph I Before 1914 already had five departments: - Civil Engineering; - Mechanical Engineering; - Electrical Engineering; - Construction Engineering; - Chemical Engineering. Brno University of Technology Recent History After 1989 were added the following Faculties: 1992 - Faculty of Business and Management and Faculty of Chemistry; 1993 - Faculty of Fine Arts; 2002 - Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science was divided into Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Communication; and Faculty of Information Technology. Brno University of Technology Bologna Process • • • All Requirements of Bologna Declaration fully implemented; Gained Diploma Supplement Label; ECTS are issued. Brno University of Technology Accreditation • All study programs are accredited by The Accreditation Committee of Czech Government; • Some Faculties have (especially Engineering ones) also FEANI or other international accreditations. Accredited Programs 2006/2007 Total Bachelor‘s Master‘s PhD‘s 60 17 24 19 Brno University of Technology International Activities • Significant contributions to the development of European Higher Education Area; • Participates in EU programs such as Socrates / Erasmus, Leonardo, Tempus, CEEPUS, Aktion, DAAD, etc. – 162 agreements; • Numerous contacts with academic institutions in Europe and the world. – 41 inter-university agreements. Brno University of Technology Academic Highlights 2006/2007 Academic Staff Researchers Enrollment 1 139 39 Total Students Bachelor Programs Master Programs PhD Programs International Students – Total 21 484 13 121 6 343 2 020 1 542 Brno University of Technology Enrollment by Faculty 2006/2007 Total Students Enrolled 21 484 Architecture Business and Management Civil Engineering Chemistry Electrical Engineering & Communication Fine Arts 297 Information Technology Mechanical Engineering 662 2 490 5 844 1 110 4 247 2 198 4 636 Brno University of Technology Graduating Class 2006 Total Graduates 3 923 By Degree Granted Bachelor´s Master´s PhD 1 446 2 322 155 By Fields of Study Engineering Business Arts 3 275 573 75 Brno University of Technology Tuition and Fees • • • • Free tuition for studies in Czech language; Tuition charged for studies in English language, the amount varies according to Program / Faculty; Scholarships to cover living expenses. Brno University of Technology Academic Support • University libraries have a collection of 315 000 volumes; • Subscriptions to over: • one thousand hard copy, and • five thousand digital magazines; • Internet backbone connection of 10 G. Brno University of Technology Student Services • • • • • Student Residence Halls - capacity 6 974 students; Variety dining facilities – dining halls, restaurants, Snack bars and cafes; Sport facilities for 38 sports, both recreational and competitive; Organized cultural, social and sport events. Brno University of Technology Campus University Center Main Campus Brno University of Technology Sport Facilities Newly opened sports arena: tennis courts arrangement. Brno University of Technology Research University Brno University of Technology Research Research Centre Projects 7 Long-Term Research Projects 8 Funded national research grants 295 Funded international research grants 52 (COST, EUREKA, INGO, CONTACT, 5FP, 6FP) Brno University of Technology Main Research Areas • • • • • • • Aerospace engineering; Advanced polymer and ceramic materials; IT and communication technologies; Imaging and image processing Robotics/Artificial Intelligence; Process and chemical engineering. Environmental technologies. Brno University of Technology Strategic areas of Research and Development • • • • • • • • • • • • Material Engineering and Chemistry of Materials; Aircraft Design; Communication Technologies; Cybernetics and Artificial Intelligence; Mechatronics; Information Technologies; Environmental Technologies and Biotechnologies; Non-traditional Methods of Generating, Distributing, and Using of Electricity; Water management; Reliability of Building Structures; Architecture and Town Planning; Management of Engineering Companies. Brno University of Technology Major Research and Development Fields and Activities • • • • • • • • • • Nuclear Power Engineering; Engineering Technology; Electrical Technology; Consumer Chemistry; Engineering of Structures; Geodesy; Transportation Machinery and Equipment; Industrial Design; Modern Artistic Forms and Methods; Graphics, Drawings, Paintings. Brno University of Technology Unique research teams and laboratories • • • • • • • • • • • Aviation Technology Test Laboratory; High-pressure and High-temperature Syntheses of Ceramics Laboratory; Laboratory for Structural Analysis of Metals; Optoelectronic Systems Flow Measurement Laboratory; Associated Laboratories for Testing Bearing structures; Directional and Satellite Communications Laboratory; Laboratory for Voice Communication with Computers; Cybernetics Laboratory; Synthesis of Macromonomers Laboratory; Laboratory for Preparation of Fibre Composites; Biopolymers Laboratory; • Shock failure of Non-metal Materials Laboratory. Brno University of Technology Czech Technology Park • • • • Founded in 1993; Cooperation between BUT and hi-tech companies. Companies: FEI, Symbol Technologies, Honeywell, Siemens, IBM, SGI, etc. Number of employees 2006 - 1600 2007 - 2500 Brno University of Technology Technological Incubator • • • • • • Founded 2003 BUT responsible for projects selection and technical expert assistance South Moravian Innovation Center ensures marketing and financial support Presently sixteen businesses with eighty people in many different areas First firm has already successfully graduated The facilities are being enlarged to 4 000 m2 BUT Brno University of Technology June 2007 Brno University of Technology Thank you for your attention