Education and career
since 2021 – Associate Professor of the Department of Information Technologies, Sumy State University;
from 2009 to 2021 – Associate Professor of the Department of Computer Science, Sumy State University;
2008 – 2012 – Deputy Head of the Department of Information Technologies Design, Sumy State University;
2007 – Associate Professor at the Department of Information Technology Design, Sumy State University;
2005 – Associate Professor, Deputy Head of the Department of Fundamentals of Machine Design, Sumy State University;
2002 – dissertation “Creation of a means of conducting a calculation experiment in pump engineering based on a spatial model of potential flow”, Candidate of Technical Sciences in the specialty 05.05.17;
2000 – Assistant, Senior Lecturer, Department of Fundamentals of Machine Design, Sumy State University;
1985 – Kharkiv Polytechnic Institute, Sumy branch, specialty “Refrigeration and compressor machines and installations”, diploma with honors, qualification as a mechanical engineer.
Educational and methodological work
Guides:
- Baranova I. V., Fedotova N. A. Blender Basics: A Simple Start in 3D: A Textbook / I. V. Baranova, N. A. Fedotova. – Sumy: Sumy State University, 2025. – 142 p.
- 152-mm self-propelled howitzer 2S3M. Artillery unit 2A33. Structure and operation of mechanisms, ammunition, preparation for firing [Text] / A. Y. Derevyanchuk, I. V. Baranova, D. R. Moskalenko [and others]. – Multimedia manual of the Department of Military Training. – Sumy: SumDU, 2012.
- Engineering graphics [Text]: textbook. / O. I. Saltykova, I. V. Baranova. – Sumy: SumDU, 2006. – 196 p. – ISBN 966-657-094-7.
Methodical guidelines:
- Baranova I.V., Fedotova N. A. 6023 Methodological instructions for completing an individual assignment in the discipline “Computer modeling technologies” / compiled by: I. V. Baranova, N. A. Fedotova. – Sumy: Sumy State University, 2024. – 13 p.
- Baranova I.V. Distance learning course “Modeling in 3ds Max (basic)”. – Sumy: SumDU, 2023. https://dl.sumdu.edu.ua/drafts/3748/index.html?16825090612023
- Baranova I.V. 5468 Methodical instructions for completing coursework in the discipline “Computer Graphics”. – Sumy: SumDU, 2022. – 21c.
- Baranova I.V., Bratushka L.M. 5154 Methodological instructions for performing laboratory work in the discipline “Introduction to Computer Graphics”. – Sumy: SumDU, 2022. – 80p.
- Baranova I.V. 5153 Methodological instructions for performing laboratory work in the 1st module of the discipline “Animation and visualization technologies”. – Sumy: SumDU, 2021. – 59p.
- Baranova I.V. 4884 Methodological instructions for performing laboratory work in the 2nd module of the discipline “Computer Graphics”. — Sumy: SumDU, 2020. – 55 p.
- Baranova I.V. 4883 Methodological instructions for performing laboratory work on the topic “Spline and polygonal modeling” in the discipline “Computer design technologies”. — Sumy: SumDU, – 37 p.
- Baranova, I. V. 4548 Methodical instructions for performing laboratory work on the topic “Fundamentals of modeling” in the discipline “Computer design technologies” [Text]: for students of the educational program 122.1 “Information technologies for design” of all forms of study / I. V. Baranova. – Sumy: SumDU, 2019. – 54 p.
- Baranova, I. V. 4547 Methodological instructions for performing laboratory work in the 1st module of the discipline “Computer Graphics” [Text]: for students of speciality 122 “Computer Science” of all forms of study / I. V. Baranova. – Sumy: SumDU, 2019. – 76 p.
- Baranova, I. V. 4326 Methodological instructions for performing computational and graphic work in the discipline “Computer Design Technology” [Text]: for students of special 122 “Computer Science and Information Technologies” of full-time and part-time study / I. V. Baranova, E. G. Kuznetsov. – Sumy: SumDU, 2017. – 20 p.
- Baranova, I. V. 3635 Methodological instructions for independent work on the discipline “Computer Design Systems” [Text]. Part 2 / I. V. Baranova, K. A. Omelyanenko. – Sumy: SumDU, 2013. – 84 p.
- Baranova, I. V. 3634 Methodological guidelines for independent work on the discipline “Computer Design Systems” [Text]. Part 1 / I. V. Baranova, K. A. Omelyanenko. – Sumy: SumDU, 2013. – 46 p.
Scientific work
Scientific Interest: application of information technologies for the development of automated design systems, transportation and distribution of thermal energy, e-learning systems, computer graphics, 3D modeling, visualization and animation.
Participation in Research Projects:
From 2025 to present – Models, methods and information technologies for digital content generation and decision-making support in complex information systems, state registration number 0125U003432
2019 – 2024 – Information technology models and methods for analysis and synthesis of structural, information and functional models of automated objects and processes, state registration number 0120U103071
2015 – 2019 – Models and information technologies for design and management in complex systems, state registration number 0115U001569
2012 – 2014 – Development of theoretical foundations of strategic management of projects and development programs of power engineering enterprises, state registration number 0112U001573
2012 – Study of the influence of thermoelastic field coupling on the distribution of stresses in elements of spatial structures, State Registration No. 0112U007317
2011 – 2013 – Scientific and methodological foundations of the development of information technologies for distributed systems, state registration number 0111U006119
2008 – 2011 – Implementation of modern information technologies to improve the quality of engineering education, state registration number 0109U001481
2007 – 2009 – Development of scientific and methodological foundations of automated design of power machines and installations, state registration number 0107U001604
2000 – 2002 – Research into unconventional turbomachines and systems for solving energy and environmental problems, state registration number 0100U003214
1997 – 1999 – Research into the working process of downhole turbopump units on gas-saturated and high-viscosity oils, state registration number 0197U016595
1994 – 1996 – Research of system effects in hydrodynamic pumping units. State registration number 0195U000361
Select Scientific works:
- Necheporuk O., Vashchenko S., Fedotova N., Baranova I., Dehtiarenko Y. Analysis of Content Recommendation Methods in Information Services. // Informatics, Automation, Measurements in Economy and Environmental Protection. 2024. 14 (3). C. 105-108. DOI: 10.35784/iapgos.6203. (Scopus)
- Tymchuk S.O., Baranova I.V., Piskarev O.M., Radchenko S.S., Yurchenko T.A. Improving noise immunity and increasing data transfer speed in Wi-Fi networks. // Information Technologies and Society. 2024. 1(12). DOI: 10.32689/maup.it.2024.1.13. (professional publication)
- Chybiryak Ya.I., Zakharova A.M., Lavrov E.A., Siryk O.E., Baranova I.V., Tatarchuk R.M. Computer modeling for disaster medicine. An approach to automated decision analysis for the organization of mobile medical hospitals. // Computer-integrated technologies: education, science, production. 2024. 55. DOI: 10.36910/6775-2524-0560-2024-55-29. (professional publication)
- Duvanov S. S., Baranova I. V. Algorithms For Converting Voxel 3d Models Into Polygonal Ones. // Computer Science and Applied Mathematics. 2023. 2. DOI: 10.26661/2786-6254-2023-2-02. (фахове видання)
- Fedotova N., Protsenko M., Baranova I., Vashchenko S., Dehtiarenko Y. Research On Calculation Optimization Methods Used In Computer Games Development. // Informatics, Automation, Measurements in Economy and Environmental Protection. 2023. 13 (3). C. 37-42. DOI: 10.35784/iapgos.3828. (Scopus)
- Chybiryak Ya.I., Baranova I.V., Nikolayenko K.O. A method of cross-training IT students in simulation modeling in the FlexSim environment to find reserves for increasing the efficiency of automated systems // Computer-integrated technologies: education, science, production. – No. 42. – Lutsk, 2021, pp. 119-129, DOI:10.36910/6775-2524-0560-2021-42-17 (professional publication).
- Shendryk Vira, Parfenenko Yuliia, Aleksenko Olga, Shendryk Sergii, Baranova Iryna. Decision-Making Support on Energy Management in District Heating. Advanced Models and Tools for Effective Decision Making Under Uncertainty and Risk Contexts: IGI Global, 2021. 64-89. (WoS)
- Eduard Kuznetsov, Panda Anton, Volodymyr Nahornyi, Iveta Pandová, Iryna Baranova, Svitlana Vashchenko, Aleksenko Olga. Experimental researches of the pulse gas barrier face seal. MM Science Journal. 2019 (December). C. 3519-3523. DOI: 10.17973/MMSJ.2019_12_2019033. (Scopus)
- Aleksenko O., Baranova I., Vashchenko S., Sobol A. Information System of Students’ Knowledge Test Control //– Communications in Computer and Information Science 538: Information and Software Technologies (ICIST 2015, CCIS 538), Proceedings The 21st International Conference on Information and Software Technologies. – pp. 104-115.
- Shulyma, V. Shendryk, I. Baranova, A. Marchenko The Features of the Smart MicroGrid as the Object of Information Modeling. // Communications in Computer and Information Science, 2014. – Volume 465. – P. 12-23.
- Baranova, V. Nenia, Y. Parfenenko. Complex Mathematical Model for Computer Calculation of Delivery and Heat Distribution in Pipeline System // Proceeding of The 6th IEEE International Conference on Intelligent Data Acquisition and Advanced Computing Systems: Technology and Applications (IDAACS’2011). – Prague, 2011. – Vol.2. – PP.556-559.
- Aleksenko, V. Shendryk, I. Baranova, K.Omeljanenko. The specifics of the vane plumb firmness features research by means of COSMOS-WORKS //Proceeding of The 6th IEEE International Conference on Intelligent Data Acquisition and Advanced Computing Systems: Technology and Applications (IDAACS’2011). – Prague, 2011. – Vol.2. – PP.684-687.
- Aleksenko, V. Nenia, I. Baranova, Complex modelling hydraulic circuit with turbine drive of centrifugal pump, Papers of IAHRWG Meeting 2009, Czech Republik, 2009.
- Aleksenko, V. Nenia, I. Baranova, Complex modelling of centrifugal pump, 19th International Conference “Hydroturbo 2008”, Press, Top partners, spo – Czech Republic, 2008.
Advanced training
2025 – Advanced training in the thematic area “Integration of computer graphics, 3D modeling and artificial intelligence technologies into the educational process to increase the efficiency of teaching computer design and visualization” at Sumy State University (Certificate SN No. 05408289/2365-25 dated 10/14/2025);
2025 – MOOC “Big Course on AI in Education from the NGO “Progresylni””, 2025, (certificate VKSHIO-0179 dated 09.06.2025)
2024 – MOOC “The Blender Encyclopedia”, Udemy, 2024, (certificate UC-2dd83e7a-2aa1-4349-aa65-453067cab3e2),
2023 – MOOC “IT course for teachers from GlobalLogic Education “IT tools for teachers””, 2023
2023 – EPAM Teachers Internship Winter 2023, certificate No. 1114, https://certificates.epam.com/certificates/37c070b1-3fb5-469c-8ee6-33ec723f51ef
2023 – MOOC 3d Rigging in 3ds Max – The Ultimate Guide for Everyone”, Udemy, 2023, (certificate UC-710498c0-4208-461e-8b6c-04ce57c8925b),
2021 – Participant of the international Erasmus+ project “Open Practices, Transparency and Integrity for Modern Academia” (OPTIMA), certificate #618940-EPP-1-2020-1-UA-EPPKA2-CBHE-JP,
2021 – Advanced training under the program “Methods of Activating the Educational Process: Modern Trends” at Sumy State University (Certificate SN No. 05408289/2094-21 dated 06/14/2021);
2020 р. – MOOC Easy 3D Character Animation in 3ds Max + VRay – Udemy, 2020 (certificate UC-885e3d8d-522e-45b3-8ffc-e59bdb4dbc5a)
2020 р. – Advanced training in the program “Computer graphics, programming, VR/AR systems, CAD systems, computer design, 3D modeling, animation and visualization” at Sumy State University (Certificate SN No. 05408289/2941-20 dated 10.12.2020);
2018 – Certificate of Completion of the CS50 “Introduction to Computer Science” course
https://certificates.cs50.io/311b2002-c664-425b-a417-02a7c815802d.pdf?size=letter
2015 – Advanced training in electronic means and distance learning technologies on the topic “Organization of distance learning in computer design technologies”, Sumy State University, certificate 12SPK 941266 dated 10.11.2015;
2015 – Certificates of completion of the course “3ds Max 2012” of the National Open University “INTUIT”, No. 100899924, and the course “Fundamentals of 3ds Max 2009” No. 100899922 dated October 19, 2015;
2013 – Certificate from the course “Design in AutoCAD” from the National Open University “INTUIT” No. 100704287 dated 09/23/2013.
2012 – AutoCAD 2010 Basics Specialist certificate from The Computer Training Center SPECIALIST at Bauman MSTU No. 2434282 dated 01/13/2012, Microsoft Office 2010 certificate No. С1В69А3F039
2011 – International certificate Official Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA) C-C663TS4S4U dated 12/20/2011.
2009 – Advanced training on the topic: “Information and software support for CAD of a vane pump”, FPC of the National Aerospace University “KhAI”, certificate 12SPK 572236 dated 05/28/09.




