Zhou Yijun

Zhou Yijun is a Professor (level 3) at Yangzhou Vocational University, where he has served in the Department of Mechanical Engineering since 1994. He currently holds the position of teaching supervisor and leads the Mechanical and Electronic Engineering Technology major, shaping vocational engineering education in China.

His academic journey includes:

• Bachelor's degree from Nantong Textile Engineering Institute (1992)
• Master's degree in Engineering from Southeast University (1999)
• Doctorate in Mechanical Manufacturing and Automation from Jiangsu University (2007)

Professor Zhou's research centers on practical applications in Mechatronics and Manufacturing Automation, with significant contributions to precision machinery systems and industrial fixture design. His work bridges theoretical engineering principles with vocational training needs, emphasizing hands-on manufacturing solutions.

His achievements have earned recognition through prestigious honors:

• Jiangsu Province's Blue Project Outstanding Young Backbone Teacher
• 333 High-Level Talent Training Project Third-level Candidate
• Yangzhou Vocational University Distinguished Teacher Award
• Provincial adoption of his textbook for 13th/14th Five-Year Education Plans
• National designation of his MOOC as a 14th Five-Year Vocational Education Open Course

With over 20 research papers and 23 patents (18 utility model, 5 invention), Professor Zhou has secured one National Natural Science Foundation project and led the development of Jiangsu Province's Adult Education "Mechanical Manufacturing Technology" Excellent Course. His leadership extends to curriculum design for undergraduate students in mechanical-electronic engineering, supported by his international experience as a visiting scholar at the University of Manchester (2012-2013) under Jiangsu's overseas training program.