Facilities of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Technology

September 14, 2021

Currently, the facilities of the Faculty include practical laboratories, and students is equipped with practice rooms or laboratories with air-conditioning systems. To meet its educational and training objectives, Faculty has established workshops and laboratories including:

CNC Practice Laboratory

In alignment with the needs of study and research in precision machining technology for students and lecturers, the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Technology has upgraded its CNC machines and provided additional computer systems connected to the CNC machining center to further strengthen academic and research capabilities. The Faculty’s CNC workshop includes 06 CNC precision machining machines (turning, milling, etc.) located in the main workshop area of the Faculty (Campus 3). The laboratory can accommodate approximately 20–30 students on average and is equipped with air conditioning and full facilities to facilitate learning and research.

 

Figure 1: CNC Practice

Hydraulics and Pneumatics Practice

The laboratory supports the teaching of the Pneumatic Transmission Practice course for undergraduate, college-level programs, and other short-term training courses. The lab is equipped with 4 pneumatic models and 4 hydraulic models, accommodating up to 20 students per session. The practical content is diverse, ranging from basic to advanced exercises, including: Pneumatic–Pneumatic control, Electrical–Pneumatic control, PLC–Pneumatic systems, Electrical–Hydraulic control, and PLC–Hydraulic systems. The PLC controllers are designed as open systems, enabling programming and operation based on real-world production requirements.

Metrology Practice

To achieve high precision, operators should grasp fundamental measurement techniques and equipment operating principles. This understanding helps them identify and avoid potential errors. It also allows for process optimization and improved operational efficiency. In a modern laboratory environment, equipment must operate seamlessly to ensure reliable sample evaluation and provide a smooth, integrated measurement process.

Figure 2: Metrology Practice

PLC Practice

• Practical study of electrical components used in control systems (motors, pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders, etc.);
• Practical study of industrial control devices such as PLCs, HMIs, and industrial communication network equipment;
• Analysis and programming of control systems to meet different operational requirements using appropriate devices;
• Analyze to identify the required criteria based on the system’s specifications, and develop implementation procedures for each technical requirement;
• Planning, assigning tasks, and ensuring efficient team performance; Promoting collaboration among team members to achieve established objectives.

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 Figure 3: PLC Practice

Microcontroller Practice

The Microcontroller Laboratory equips students with practical skills using 8051, AVR, PIC, ARM, and Arduino experimental kits, etc.

The lab aims to provide students with practical skills in designing microcontroller-based electronic circuits. Accordingly, the student can apply acquired knowledge to design and develop complete products for industrial and civil applications.

Figure 4: Microcontroller Practice

3D Printing Practice

To meet the learning and research needs in precision machining technology for students and lecturers, the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Technology has established a 3D Printing system. This facility enables students to apply critical thinking skills in designing and creating their own models.

In addition, the 3D Printing Laboratory provides diverse learning approaches, particularly benefiting tactile and visual learners.

Materials Laboratory

Materials Laboratory was established in 2012, meeting the needs of study and scientific research for lecturers and students in Mechanical Manufacturing Technology and Materials Technology. Its core functions include:

• Measuring material hardness (HB, HR, and HV);
• Investigating material microstructures;
• Determining tensile and compressive strength limits of materials.

The laboratory is used for materials testing courses and also offers short-term training programs. It also supports advanced skills training for local companies and enterprises.

-       Testing serves as the basis for evaluating whether the materials in use meet the required quality standards and technical specifications.

-       This is a crucial and fundamental requirement for ensuring quality before materials are put into use. Material testing and quality assessment enable timely adjustments by stakeholders, ensuring optimal performance while preventing adverse impacts on the durability and functionality of the project.

Figure 5: Materials Testing Practice

Heat Treatment and Casting Practice

This laboratory supports practical courses in casting and heat treatment.

Heat treatment is a process of heating metals and alloys to a specified temperature, maintaining that temperature for a certain period, and then cooling them at a controlled rate to modify their microstructure. As a result, the material obtains the desired mechanical and physical properties.

Welding Workshop

The welding workshop has an area of 100 m² and is equipped with 08 arc welding machines, 06 MIG welding machines, 06 TIG welding machines, 02 plasma cutting machines, 01 bending machine, welding fixtures and jigs, and a modern fume extraction system. These facilities help students develop practical skills in arc welding, MIG, and TIG processes.

Equipment: The workshop is fully equipped with diverse welding equipment to provide students with training in professional welding skills, including Manual Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW).

In addition to welding training equipment, the workshop is also furnished with supporting tools to ensure the best learning outcomes for students, such as materials and equipment for preparing welding specimens (plates and pipes), as well as for thesis and graduation project models. Furthermore, the workshop can provide welding certification training programs for enterprises and support skill advancement for workers.

Turning Practice

The laboratory supports both basic and advanced turning courses. It also offers short-term training programs and, on an annual basis, supporting advanced skill training for local companies and enterprises.

 

 Figure 6: Turning Practice

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