Dr. Yongkuk Jeong

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Yongkuk Jeong, also known as Jake, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Production Engineering at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. He earned a Ph.D. in Engineering from Seoul National University, South Korea, in 2018. His research focuses on production logistics, with an emphasis on digitalization, manufacturing simulation, and sustainable production systems relevant to Industry 4.0 and 5.0. Dr. Jeong has authored around 30 scientific publications in various prestigious journals, including the International Journal of Production Research and the International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology. His professional experience includes positions at KTH and Inha Technical College in South Korea, where he developed advanced methodologies in production logistics and simulation. He is involved in teaching several courses related to sustainable production and logistics, emphasizing the importance of digitalization in contemporary manufacturing systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Sweden

Worked in the Department of Production Engineering, focusing on educational and research activities.

Postdoc

2019-01-01 — 2021-01-01

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Sweden

Conducted research in the Department of Sustainable Production Development.

Lecturer

2018-03-01 — 2018-12-31

Inha Technical College • South Korea

Taught subjects related to Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering.

Postdoc

2018-03-01 — 2019-01-31

Seoul National University • South Korea

Engaged in research at the Research Institute of Marine Systems Engineering.

Awards

#1

Valedictorian

2011-02-28

Courses

Digitalisation Sustainable Production Modelling, Simulation Optimization Sustainable Production Production Logistics Supply Chains Theory Science Research Methodology Sustainable Production Development

Requirements for KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Specific course requirements vary by department (e.g., Mathematics, Programming, or Subject-specific credits).
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas of completed degree
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Letters of Recommendation (if required by program)
  • Summary of Project (if required)
Specialization Notes

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