The course specifically aims at training a professional profile alternative to the traditional engineering ones (electrical, electronic, computer, etc.), capable of analysing and managing various systems, seen as networks of interacting elements, where these interactions can be exchanges of matter, energy or information. Within these systems, the cybernetic engineer is able to proceed with the planning of objectives, the mathematical formulation of a control problem taking into account the above objectives, the solution of this problem also using the available computer tools and, finally, the practical realization of a prototype of the entire control system.
Therefore students receive an adequate preparation in the core disciplines (mathematics, physics, geometry, computer science) and basic engineering knowledge for the study of a cybernetic system (electrical, electronics, measurements). Moreover, the course provides knowledge and skills relating to the analysis and synthesis methods of Automatics, with particular reference to the identification of the mathematical models that describe the system operation and the appropriate control techniques for the type of built model. The course also includes the study of particular classes of systems, such as robotic, industrial and mobile systems. Starting from this cultural background, students acquire the necessary engineering cross skills enabling them to study different physical systems and to make them interact. In particular, they are in-depth knowledge in the areas of sensor networks, distributed systems, machine automation systems, processes, systems and networks for the distribution of goods or the provision of services, with courses in fields of programming, machine learning and data analysis, telecommunications, mechanics, machinery and electrical drives and industrial automation.
Graduates in Engineering Cybernetics will therefore possess appropriate knowledge to continue with post-graduate studies (2nd cycle degree Courses, University master courses), as well as to enter the labour market, being able to work as freelance professionals as well as in manufacturing and service companies and public administrations, in many areas of production and services (such as eg. autonomous vehicles, sensor networks and Internet networks, distributed monitoring and control systems, automation of distribution/delivery systems of goods/services, assisted technology systems, robotic systems, big data).
Making judgments:
The management of the interface between the components of a system, even of different physical nature to one another, is 'the main trait characterising cybernetic engineers. For systems consisting of a number of elementary subsystems interconnected, to achieve certain objectives, it is necessary to resort to the typical study methodologies of automatics, possessed by the cybernetic engineer. In the above systems, information on the evolution in time of some magnitudes of the entire system are often unavailable. In such contexts, graduates in Cybernetic Engineering know and know how to apply the appropriate techniques to estimate such quantities, making possible to evaluate theoperation of the entire system. The use of systems engineering methodologies enable them to control the interaction of this system with the surrounding environment, which is critical when these interactions may turn into dangerous situations for humans.
Judgement, with the ability to select, process and interpret data, are developed in particular through specific exercises, seminars, preparation of reports, stages and training and through the preparation of the thesis. The assessment of the acquisition of judgment skills is carried out through the assessment of exams, training, and final examination.
Communication skills:
Through the knowledge and ability of understanding developed during the whole training course, the student will be able to communicate competently and with appropriate language the information in its possession and to expose problems, ideas and solutions in the various subject areas of the studies, both in writing, through the preparation of technical reports, and in oral presentations, adapting each time their communication tools to the type of audience (engineering contexts or non-specialists), in order to make communication effective. In addition, students will acquire the ability to express themselves and communicate in English, through use of textbooks in English.
Communicative written and verbal skills are developed particularly during exercises, seminars and, more generally, in educational activities that require the preparation of reports and written and oral presentation. In addition, at the end of the course the communication skills are improved and assessed during the course of the internship, and the drafting of its final report, as well as during the final examination.
Learning ability:
The extensive training and the ability to relate the knowledge acquired in the area of basic engineering disciplines will give graduates a broad-spectrum preparation that enabling them to address the continuation of their studies (2nd cycle degree, University Master Courses) or the update of their culture in the profession and in the workplace (learning on the job, continuous learning). Graduates will be able to identify and use autonomously the information and literature sources which are more suitable to the specific study or professional needs, having gained learning skills and understanding of texts, including specialized ones, on subjects of interest.
The learning skills will be achieved during the entire curriculum of the degree course, particularly through self-study, the preparation of individual projects, the activities carried out in preparation for the final examination and tutoring. The achievement of learning skills will be verified primarily through the assessment of the planned examinations and of the final examination.