Industry-driven education at the advanced-level in Mechanics and Materials Design (IDEAL-MMD)
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan - Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan Inst f materialvetenskap |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 605 647 |
| Project duration | November 2024 - June 2025 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Venture | Impact Innovation Metals & Minerals - Program-specific efforts Vinnova |
| Call | Impact Innovation: Feasibility studies and projects within Social Actions Areas in the program Metals & Minerals |
Purpose and goal
This project aims to address the challenges caused by the separation of material production and material use in industry and academia, in the fields of Materials Science and Mechanical Engineering. A Ph.D.-level curriculum will be developed tailored to industry needs, preparing engineers for today’s integrated industries.
Expected effects and result
Key project goals include formalizing cross-disciplinary knowledge into educational materials, creating a PhD course and integrating it into KTH’s curriculum. The feasibility study will define industry requirements, set learning goals, and develop a course that bridges material design and use. The project will also create a platform for dialogue between educators and industry to ensure relevance, while leveraging the expertise of Materials Science and Mechanical Engineering departments.
Planned approach and implementation
Deliverables include a report on the educational needs of industry partners, a survey on the experiences of current Ph.D. students and industry partners, a detailed course plan, and a roadmap for future educational development.