Mechanical Engineering

The course aims to provide the knowledge bases of the Smart Factories in the context of Industry 4.0 which is characterized as the Fourth Industrial Revolution through the analysis of the economic and technological scenario, the identification and classification of intervention key areas, the processes for a strategy 4.0 implementation, the definition of organizational models, the identification of design and management issues. Expected Learning Outcomes. Knowledge and understanding: Knowledge of the structural and operating characteristics of Smart Factories within the framework of Industry 4.0. Applying knowledge and understanding: Ability to develop analysis, model problems and identify best techniques for implementing Smart Production in a Smart Factory. The course requires preparation of a technical report (usually prepared in small working groups self-managed by students); the course also aims to promote the development of skills to apply the knowledge acquired through independent learning and teamworking, making independent judgment and communication skills.