The international Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) “Advanced Manufacturing Technologies: CNC, Additive Manufacturing & Reverse Engineering” is currently taking place at Kielce University of Technology from 25 to 29 May 2026. The programme brings together 39 students representing 11 partner universities from 9 European countries.

Organized within the Erasmus+ programme, the initiative combines intensive academic activities with international integration and cultural exchange.

The academic and substantive coordination of the programme is led by Professor Sławomir Błasiak, the Scientific Director of the Mechanical Engineering Discipline. The event is organized with the involvement of the staff of the Department of Fundamentals of Machinery Design and Mechanical Technology, as well as the International Cooperation Department of the University.

Over the past few days, participants have taken part in lectures, workshops and laboratory classes focused on advanced manufacturing technologies, including CNC machining, additive manufacturing and reverse engineering. The practical sessions are conducted in the laboratories of the Faculty of Mechatronics and Mechanical Engineering, allowing students to work with modern equipment and gain hands-on experience in contemporary manufacturing processes.

In addition to the academic programme, participants are also discovering the cultural and historical heritage of the Świętokrzyskie region. Participants visited Sandomierz, one of the most beautiful medieval towns in the Świętokrzyskie region. The international character of the event fosters the exchange of experiences, the development of academic relationships, and the strengthening of cooperation between partner universities.

The programme will conclude with a final meeting on 29 May 2026 at the Rector’s Office of Kielce University of Technology, where participants will summarize the outcomes of the project and share their experiences from the Erasmus+ international initiative.

We would already like to express our sincere gratitude to everyone involved in the implementation of the programme. Special thanks go to dr hab. eng. Sławomir Błasiak, Professor at Kielce University of Technology, for the academic and substantive coordination of the project, as well as to all lecturers and staff members engaged in conducting the classes and workshops. We also thank all BIP students for their active participation, enthusiasm, openness to international cooperation and strong interest in advanced manufacturing technologies.