Master degree program
Standardization and Certification

Standardization and Certification

QUALIFICATION

  • Scientific and pedagogical direction - Master of Engineering Sciences

MODEL OF GRADUATING STUDENT

ON1 Implement the latest achievements of science and technology, advanced domestic and foreign experience in the field of standardization and certification;
ON2 Apply research methods, determine the technical and economic efficiency of research and development;
ON3 Analyze laws, regulations, scientific and technical information;
ON4 Use physical and technical knowledge in solving complex issues of standardization and certification in the production of products;
ON5 To carry out the selection of objects of standardization, the necessary methods and methods of research, based on the objectives of a specific study;
ON6 Solve tasks that arise in the course of research and teaching activities;
ON7 Perform work on the optimization of processes in the field of standardization, certification and quality management;
ON8 To monitor compliance with the provisions of the law on "Technical Regulation", regulatory acts to ensure the national security of the Republic of Kazakhstan;
ON9 Develop a scheme for modern quality management of technological processes of production using the best available technologies;
ON10 To systematize, process and analyze data from regulatory sources and carry out the examination of scientific and technical documentation using application packages;
ON11 Evaluate trends in the development of state standardization in terms of international standar
ON12 Master the techniques of synthesis, analytical thinking, logic, analysis, and methods of personal self-expression and self-development

Program passport

Speciality Name
Standardization and Certification
Speciality Code
7M07502
Faculty
of Physics and Technology

disciplines

Audit and Conformity Assessment
  • Number of credits - 3
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim оf discipline: the formation of ideas, knowledge and skills in the field of auditing and evaluating the quality of products (services) of crops in terms of safety indicators, consumer properties, confirming the conformity of product quality to the requirements of technical regulations and other regulatory documents. During the study of course, masters should be competent in: 1. apply audit tools and techniques; clarify the requirements of management system documents 2. collect information necessary for an objective assessment of the status and results of activities and the implementation of processes; comply with ethical standards of conduct; 3. assess the possible consequences in case of non-elimination of the revealed non-compliance; 4. monitor the implementation of corrective and preventive actions; 5. to analyze the causes of identified non-conformities. During the study of the discipline masters will learn following aspects:Documentation on the conduct, supervision and verification of relevant processes. Evaluation of the effectiveness and documentation of the entire quality management system. Checking certain procedures and work processes for their compliance and expediency. Effective and efficient implementation of processes. Opportunities for continuous improvement. Effective and efficient application of statistical methods. The use of information technology. Analysis of data and quality costs. Efficient and efficient use of resources. Activities to improve. Relations with interested parties. Identification of weaknesses, corrective actions and improvement measures.

Computer technologies for quality management
  • Number of credits - 3
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim of discipline - the formation of master's skills in working with professional application software packages for using numerical methods for solving applied problems in quality management. As a result of studying the discipline, the master student will be able to: 1. apply information technology in the collection, processing, analysis and systematization of data related to ensuring product quality; 2. to carry out the selection and justification of methods for solving problems in the field of product life cycle management; 3. apply the provisions of the process approach to identify objects of study, methods of modeling processes; 4. keep documentation on the audit of management systems; 5. develop and manage process structures using a quality management system. During the study of the discipline masters will learn following aspects:Computer technology in quality management. Tasks of computer simulation. Mathematical models. Numerical methods for computer simulation. Techniques and methods for developing a mathematical model of a technological process. Stages of computer simulation. Typical computer simulation systems. Computer simulation tools. Information technology for solving statistical analysis problems. Computer systems for strategic and operational planning. Selection and justification of methods for solving problems in the field of product life cycle management. Electronic document management systems at the enterprise.

Environmental Monitoring
  • Number of credits - 4
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim of discipline: The formation of knowledge of environmental problems of nature management, the causes and effects of adverse effects and ways to identify sources of anthropogenic pollution of the environment, the rules of accounting and assessment of the state of the environment and the environmental safety of territories and objects. During the study of course, masters should be competent in: 1. understand the basics of the organization, structure and purpose of environmental monitoring; 2. apply the criteria for assessing the state of the environment and priority controlled parameters; 3. explain the approaches and means of implementing environmental monitoring; 4. own methods of observation and ground support for monitoring the parameters of pollution sources; 5. analyze the environmental problems arising from human activities. Interconnection of the problems of climate change, energy and human development. The purpose of environmental monitoring and its types, the system of observation methods and ground support, control and feedback, control methods. Environmental monitoring and environmental control. Environment (physical, environmental, socio-ecological definitions). The quality of the environment. Environmental quality standards, their classification. Rationing of environmental quality. Ecological rationing.

Foreign Language (professional)
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose is to acquire and improve competencies by international standards of foreign language education and to communicate in an intercultural, professional, and scientific environment. A master's student must integrate new information, understand the organization of languages, interact in society, and defend his point of view.

History and Philosophy of Science
  • Number of credits - 3
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Purpose: Understanding of modern philosophy as a system of scientific knowledge, including worldview in rational-theoretical comprehension. The discipline includes aspects of the evolution and development of scientific thinking, historical moments, the contribution of scientists and scientific schools to the formation of science, and ethical and social aspects of scientific activity.

Innovative entrepreneurship
  • Number of credits - 3
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim оf discipline:formation of master's knowledge of fundamental concepts of innovative development, modern approaches and methods of entrepreneurial activity in the field of new and high technologies, skills and abilities of applying modern management and marketing tools to ensure the competitiveness of innovative enterprises in the market. During the study of course, masters should be competent to: 1. apply the methods of organizing business in the field of new and high technologies; 2. have the skills to carry out patent searches and prepare documents necessary to ensure patent protection of intellectual property; 3. use the methods and techniques for developing a model for the commercialization of an innovative product and / or service; tools for assessing the economic efficiency of an innovative project 4. develop a model for the commercialization of an innovative product and / or service; 5. evaluate the investment attractiveness of the innovative project and choose the sources of financial support. During the study of the discipline masters will learn following aspects:The structure and content of the innovation process. Subjects and objects of innovation. Modern concepts of innovative development. Modern concepts of innovation, innovation and innovation organization. Identification and classification of innovations. The structure of domestic and international innovation markets. Technological transfer and technology transfer facilities. Technology selection process. Quantitative approaches to assessing the acceptability of a technology and its risks. Commercialization of intellectual property as a factor in the innovative development of the economy. Mechanisms for the dissemination of innovation. The specifics of preparing applications for patenting and registration of intellectual property. Modeling the processes of creating and promoting an innovative product.

Organization of enterprise standardizing service
  • Number of credits - 4
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim of discipline - formation of master students of knowledge and skills necessary to obtain theoretical knowledge and practical skills of the legislative and regulatory framework for standardization and with the basic laws of the organization of work on standardization in the Republic of Kazakhstan. As a result of studying the discipline the undergraduate will be able to: 1. to systematize and classify independently technical literature and regulatory documents, using modern educational and information technologies; 2. to conduct an examination of the regulatory documents of the enterprise in accordance with the standards of the Republic of Kazakhstan; 3. develop internal regulatory documents for subsequent use in the enterprise; 4. find optimal solutions in the technology of the quality service, ensuring the achievement of the desired results of compliance with RK standards; 5.conduct an analysis of the effectiveness and optimization of the documented quality management system of the company and the systems of regulatory documents. Fundamentals of standardization and certification. The legislative and regulatory framework for standardization and the basic laws of the organization of work on standardization in the Republic of Kazakhstan. Methods of standardization. Regulatory documents on standardization. Works performed by standardization. Systematization, coding and classification. Unified system of design documents. Unified system of designations and design documents. Classifier of a unified system of design documents.

Pedagogy of Higher Education
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Purpose: To provide pedagogical theories and practical strategies for effective teaching in higher education, fostering critical thinking, and academic success. The course explores instructional methods, curriculum design, assessment techniques, and classroom management strategies preparing educators to create inclusive and stimulating learning environments.

Psychology of management
  • Number of credits - 3
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Formation of knowledge about the fundamental concepts of management psychology for the practical application of the most critical aspects of management in professional interaction. Basic principles of management psychology, personality in management interactions, management of personality behavior, modern ideas, psychology of managing group phenomena, motivation, and practical reflection.

Regulatory support for quality audit
  • Number of credits - 3
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim оf discipline: the acquisition by graduate students of practical skills in conducting certification procedures and audit of specific objects. During the study of course, masters should be competent in: 1. keep the necessary documentation on the creation of a quality assurance system and monitoring its effectiveness; 2. apply knowledge of principles and development methods and rules for the application of regulatory and technical documentation to ensure the quality of processes, products and services; 3. apply regulatory and technical documentation to solve specific problems in the field of assessment and confirmation of compliance 4. own the methodology for calculating the labor costs for the audit and the number of internal auditors in the organization; 5. prepare documents for the audit of the quality system. During the study of the discipline masters will learn following aspects:The goals and principles of QMS certification. Objects of verification during QMS certification. QMS certification procedure. The requirements of international standards for the QMS. The regulatory framework for quality auditing. Development and implementation of an audit program. Organization of audits. Certification audit of quality management system. Main stages. Features of the audit, depending on the type of activity of the enterprise and organization. Quality audit as a process. Audit criteria. Preparation of working documentation for the audit. Registration of inconsistencies and notifications. Documented internal audit procedure. Psychology of behavior of auditors.

Standardization and conformity assessment processes
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim of discipline- mastering the principles of creating regulatory and technical documents, organizing metrological support of technological processes, solving practical problems of confirming product compliance with technical regulations and standards. As a result of studying the discipline, the master student will be able to: 1. to carry out the development and examination of new technical regulations, technical conditions, national standards, standards of organizations and other regulatory documents; 2. choose and justify ways to solve practical problems in the field of standardization of products, processes and services; 3. adapt modern versions of regulatory documents to specific production conditions; plan continuous improvement of technological processes; 4. develop procedures for evaluating products, processes and services during certification and measures for the mutual recognition of test results and certificates; 5. own a methodology for the mutual recognition of measurement and test results. During the study of the discipline masters will learn following aspects:Standardization of products and processes Ensuring continuity in the development of products and processes. Aggregation of technical solutions. Modulation of technical solutions. Using parametric series when creating technical objects. Standards for products and the rules that ensure its functioning. Individual and group indicators, products. Categories for the selection of technical requirements to be standardized, standardization of technical requirements in the scientific and technical documentation. Requirements for the content of process standards. The structure of the basic requirements for technological processes and their elements. Typification and standardization of technological processes. The main goals of standardization of technological processes at the stages of research. Development of products that meet customer requirements. Standardization of resource-saving and non-waste technologies and environmentally friendly technological processes.

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disciplines

Data processing and analysis
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim of discipline – is the formation of solid theoretical knowledge among master student about the most important numerical methods and practical skills in working with integrated packages of applied programs for automation of engineering and technical calculations which are used to solve applied tasks in the field of standardization. As a result of studying the discipline, the master student will be able to: 1. process the results of measurements and evaluate their accuracy; 2. apply computational methods in the field of production for quality control of products; 3. apply the basic provisions of standardization, metrology, and product quality control, use units of physical quantities, types, and errors of measurements, technical characteristics of measuring instruments, methods of monitoring and evaluation of product quality; 4. use the system of standards for the certification of products and services by using computer technology; 5. properly choose the optimal means of measurement based on the comparative analysis of metrological characteristics. Bases of the theory of errors. The concept and properties of errors. Types of errors. Properties of errors. The technical approach to the calculation of errors. Direct and inverse problems in the theory of errors. Approximate error estimation. Interpolation and best approximations. Approximation of functions. Interpolation. Interpolation polynomials. Optimization of calculations in the field of standardization. The solution of applied problems using numerical methods.

International standards of quality management
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim of discipline - to form ideas and skills for the master student is to form students' holistic system view about the basic methods of control and quality management of products and processes. As a result of studying the discipline, the master student will be able to: 1. choose different methods of control and quality management of products at all stages of the product life cycle; 2. carry out technical control of production, including the introduction of quality management systems 3. apply special technologies for the development and analysis of the products and processes of the enterprise; 4. analyze the state and dynamics of the objects of activity by using the necessary methods and means of analysis; 5. Evaluate the methods and possible measuring instruments for monitoring and controlling technological processes. In studying the discipline, the following aspects are considered: Basic concepts and definitions from the field of methods of control and quality management of products and services. A comprehensive solution to the problem of quality control and management at all stages of the technological process, the organization of technical control and quality management of products with the lowest costs. Implementing random choices; distribution of qualitative and quantitative characteristics; selective characteristics and their properties; distribution of sample characteristics.

Marketing and organization competitiveness assessment
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim оf discipline: mastering the basic concepts in the field of competition and competition policy; domestic and foreign experience in the field of competition; enterprise competitiveness, competitive strategies, methods of their formation and implementation; building benchmarking skills. During the study of course, masters should be competent in: 1. use the methodology for assessing the competitiveness of organizations and the development of competitive strategies; 2. conduct competitive analysis to obtain information about competitors; 3. have the skills to use the basic theories of motivation, leadership and power to solve strategic and operational management tasks; 4. participate in project management, technological and product innovation program or organizational change program; 5. analyze the external and internal environment of the organization, identify its key elements and evaluate their impact on the organization. Competitive advantages of enterprises. Key indicators and competitive advantage assessment. Competitive analysis aimed at studying competitors in order to determine the degree of their influence on the market. The purpose, method and stages of competitive analysis. Tools used to study competitors: benchmarking, competitive intelligence methods, SWOT analysis, competitiveness radar, etc. Sources and methods of collecting information about competitors. The competitive environment of the enterprise and its assessment using the model of the competitive forces of M. Porter. Benchmarking as one of the methods for a detailed study of competitors. Concept, types, benchmarking process. Stages of the benchmarking process. Features of the competitive intelligence method. Competitive strategies according to F. Kotler, J. Trout and E. Rice, Kenice Omay (model 3K), comparative characteristics and practice of use. Competitive position and competitive advantages: an outsider of the market, firms with weak and strong competitive positions and a market leader. Competitive market map.

Modern aspects of the development of standardization and certification (by industry)
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim of discipline - to form a holistic view of the master student knowledge about the basic principles and provisions of standardization and certification in the Republic of Kazakhstan, the areas of application of standardization and certification, schemes and systems for confirmation of compliance, the rules and procedures for verifying the conformity of the products and services, and the scientific and technical support for standardization and certification. As a result of studying the discipline, the master student will be able to: 1. explain the types of regulatory documentation of standardization and certification; 2. use the information base of standardization, national and international standards, normative and technical documents in the field of certification; 3. apply in practice the rules of the development of standards when it will need changes or going to be canceled; 4. use computer technologies for planning and conducting work on standardization and confirmation of compliance; 5. carry out systematic updating of normative documentation of the standardization and certification. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered: The history of the emergence of standardization as a science. The main provisions of the state system of standardization. Legal basis of standardization in the Republic of Kazakhstan. State (national) system of standardization. Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "About technical regulation". Standardization in the service of consumer protection. Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "About Protection of Consumer Rights". Bar coding of products. International experience in the field of standardization. The order of application of normative documents on standardization of the CIS countries in the territory of Kazakhstan. Interindustry complexes of general technical and organizational-methodological standards, their structure and purpose. Scientific and methodological basis of standardization. Methods of standardization. Standardization of indicators of product quality and its elements. Standardization in various industries. Terms and definitions in the field of certification. Structure and main provisions of the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the field of certification. Regulations on the system of confirmation of conformity of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Areas of application for certification.

Project Management Methodology
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - formation of the ability of graduate students to participate in the development of professional standards for project management. As a result of studying the discipline, the master student will be able to: 1. applies the main provisions of project management standards, concepts, definitions and approaches; 2. uses project management tools to solve the tasks; project management tools in the course of practical activities; 3. owns the core competencies of the project manager; 4. formulate and solve professional problems, as well as choose approaches to their solution; 5. understands the relationship and importance of project management with processes occurring at the macro and micro levels, for the most effective solution of professional tasks. In studying the discipline, the following aspects are considered: International project management associations, standards, certification. The evolution of research in project management. Project Management Development Trends Monoproject Management Standards. Program management standards. Project Portfolio Management Standards. Standards for determining the competencies of a project manager. Standards for determining the maturity of project management in an organization. Standards for risk management, the development of structural decomposition of the project, the mastered volume of the Methodology of extreme project management Doug De Carlo. Radical project management.

Quality Managment System Audit
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim of discipline - formation of the ability of future specialists to apply the acquired knowledge for the practical implementation of external and internal audits of management systems in accordance with international ISO standards. As a result of studying the discipline the undergraduate will be able to: 1. formulate tasks and plan activities for audit programs; 2. develop documented procedures and other documentation necessary for organizing and conducting audits; 3. accept and delegate authority and responsibility for managing the audit program; 4. own the technologies for organizing and conducting audits, obtaining evidence and audit observations; 5. formulate conclusions and recommendations on the results of the audit. The concept and models of TQM (universal quality management). Asian quality model. The procedure for the development, implementation, operation of the quality system. Organization policy in the field of quality. Quality quide. The content of the elements of the quality manual. Quality system documentation. Process and system approach. Types of audit. Qualification criteria for expert auditors. Audit of products, process, quality system. Internal audit. Organizational principles of internal audit. Audit planning. Audit preparation. Conducting an internal audit. Verification Objects. Participants of the audit. Presentation of the results of verification and evaluation. External audit (second and third party). Organization of work. Inspection control. External and internal audit of the quality system.

Statistical methods for monitoring and control
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim of discipline - formation of complete systemic understanding among graduate students about the basic methods of statistical control, product and process quality management, and organization of a quality control and management system at enterprises. As a result of studying the discipline, the master student will be able to: 1. choose the optimal methods of processing statistical data for monitoring and quality control of specific objects; 2. analyze and evaluate the quality level of specific research objects based on the results of statistical regulation; 3. develop an enterprise quality management program using mathematical statistics tools; 4. make a decision on the safety of the studied objects and / or the appropriateness of their use based on the obtained statistical data; 5. apply computer and information technologies in solving practical problems of statistical control and quality management. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered:Quality system standards. Quality management system standards. Model of a quality system ISO 9001. Analysis of elements of a quality system. General methodology of statistical methods. The use of statistical methods in quality systems. A comprehensive solution to the problem of monitoring and managing product quality at all stages of the technological process, organizing technical control and ensuring product quality management at the lowest cost. Implementation of random selection; distribution of qualitative and quantitative characteristics; selective characteristics and their properties; distribution of sample characteristics. Methods of statistical quality management. One-time, multiple and consecutive plans for receiving control on a qualitative basis. The use of statistical methods for regulating technological processes. Assessment of the accuracy and stability of the process. Quality control of production supplies. Statistical acceptance quality control.

Technical regulation system
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim of discipline - mastering the general principles, methods and procedures of technical regulation, preparing a student to solve professional problems in achieving the quality and efficiency of work with methods to ensure the uniformity of measurements, standardization, as well as confirming properties and characteristics by certification for compliance with state and international standards. As a result of studying the discipline, the master student will be able to: 1. apply the requirements of regulatory documents to the main types of products, services and processes; to draw up technical documentation in accordance with the current technical base, apply documentation of quality systems in activities; 2. organize work on the implementation of technical regulations, conformity assessment and product declaration to protect domestic consumers from low-quality and dangerous goods and services; 3. own the skills of preparation and execution of regulatory documents in the field of quality management and technical regulation; 4. use instrumental analysis methods necessary for making decisions in the field of standardization; skills of analysis and planning of quality, technical and information support and control of quality management functions; 5. monitor and own methods for assessing progress in the field of quality improvement; apply technical regulations for a wide class of practical tasks. In studying the discipline, the following aspects will be considered:Basic concepts in the field of technical regulation. Goals and objectives of technical regulation. Actual tasks of technical regulation in the Republic of Kazakhstan. Objects and principles of technical regulation. Categories and types of technical regulations. State system of technical regulation. Formation of the conceptual apparatus for technical regulation in accordance with the current legislative framework. Application of technical regulations. State control (supervision) over compliance with technical regulations. The procedure for organizing and conducting scheduled and unscheduled inspections at the stage of circulation of products on the market. Measures taken based on the results of state control (supervision).

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INTERNSHIPS

Pedagogical
  • Type of control - Защита практики
  • Description - Aim оf discipline: formation of the ability to carry out educational activities in universities, to design the educational process and conduct certain types of training sessions using innovative educational technologies.

Research
  • Type of control - Защита практики
  • Description - The purpose of the practice: gaining experience in the study of an actual scientific problem, expand the professional knowledge gained in the learning process, and developing practical skills for conducting independent scientific work. The practice is aimed at developing the skills of research, analysis and application of economic knowledge.

Data for 2021-2024 years