Electronics Engineering

Educational objectives

ENG
GENERAL
To give the fundamental concepts and tools of differential and integral calculus for functions from R to R and of numerical series; to give some basic concepts and tools of differential equations; to give an intuition, by means of examples and practical applications, of the use of Mathematical Analysis in the quantitative description of a phenomenon. Expected learning outcomes: to read, understand and handle (e.g., represent graphically, approximate, rescale, calculate exactly) the mathematical objects introduced during the course (such as sequences, numerical series, functions, integrals, gradients, differential equations). To know and understand their main properties.

SPECIFIC
• Knowledge and understanding: to know basic concepts and fundamental tools of the mathematical analysis and to be able to comprehend the reading of specific books.
• Applying knowledge and understanding: to be able to use the acquired knowledge and understanding in solving simple problems of mathematical analysis with competence.
• Making judgements: to single out the common features in different problems in order to develop autonomy in the study.
• Communication skills: to relate about assumptions, problems and solutions peculiar of Mathematical Analysis I to wide audiences.
• Learning skills: to acquire the competence that is necessary for the future courses, in particular for Mathematical Analysis II.

Educational objectives

GENERAL
The main aim of the the course is to introduce the students to basic notions of linear algebra (matrices, determinants, systems of linear equations, vector spaces, linear transformations) and analytic geometry (lines, planes in two or three dimensions, conic sections, curves and surfaces). The student will develop their ability to translate and solve simple problems using geometric or algebraic language.
SPECIFIC
The student will know basic ideas, methods, and applications of linear algebra and geometry.
The student will be able to use the basic ideas and methods to understand, translate into a mathematical language and solve problems.
Via oral and written exercises he/she will develop his critical thinking skills.
In the same fashion, he/she will learn how to communicate effectively in a mathematically precise language.
He/she will become autonomous in the pursuit of further knowledge.

Educational objectives

General goals:
The course includes the study of the English language applied to the enhancement of the technological,
electronic and telecommunications vocabulary. In addition to the teacher's explanations, the lessons will
also develop through classroom exercises and dialogic practice in the form of thematic discussions, for
which the active participation of students is expected.

Specific goals:
Grammar focus developped throughout the practical use and relative understanding of specialized texts
relating to topics such as:
 renewable and non-renewable energies;
 automation, robotics e domotics;
 telecommunications;
 a short history of computer and internet;
 computer: hardware and software;
 internet;
 virus, safety systems and encryption;
 where computers are used;
 the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

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Knowledge and understanding:
The student will demonstrate a knowledge of the English language equal to level B2 of the Common
European Framework of Reference. To this aim, he/she will be exposed to passages in authentic language,
both written and oral through audio and video aids, to the practice of reading and translating.
Applying knowledge and understanding:
The student will be able to understand the main cores of texts on technical topics relating to electronics,
information technology and the world of computers. In particular, he/she will develop a double reading
ability, in relation to the type of text, and the information requested: skimming, rapid scrolling for a global
understanding; scanning, for the identification of specific information in the text. He/she will also develop
the specific translation skills of a technical text, from English into Italian.
The student will develop this ability through the knowledge of the scientific lexicon and the practice of
linguistic functions that are semantically consistent with the fields of electronics and computer science.

Critical and judgmental skills:
The student will have to demonstrate that he has acquired autonomy in sectorial critical judgment, the
ability to express opinions and to motivate choices. This ability will be acquired throughout dialogic practice
and peer comparison in the form of discussions about topics proposed in the lessons.

Communication skills:
The student will be able to communicate in a fluid way in English and to produce clear and correct texts,
using a vocabulary appropriate to the electronics and IT sectors. He/she will also demonstrate to have
acquired a correct pronunciation. To this aim, specialized texts will be read in the classroom by the teacher
and/or there will be listening via video and audio support.

Learning ability:
The students will have to show that they have developped oral and written learning skills in a constantly
evolving sector, and therefore to update their skills also in reference to new application scenarios.

Educational objectives

ENG
GENERAL
The course in General Physics I aims to provide students with a solid foundation in the fundamental principles of classical mechanics, introducing the concepts of force, motion, energy, momentum, as well as concepts related to fluids and thermodynamics. Particular attention is given to the development of a rigorous scientific method based on observation, modeling, and experimental validation. For this reason, the course includes a component of experimental laboratory work.
The course also aims to develop students’ ability to analyze and solve physical problems through mathematical models, facilitating the connection between observable phenomena and fundamental physical laws. This course serves as an essential foundation for further studies in science and engineering.

SPECIFIC
• Knowledge and understanding: Understand the fundamental principles of classical Mechanics and Thermodynamics.
• Applying knowledge and understanding: Solve physical problems using appropriate mathematical tools.
• Making judgements: Critically assess the results and the validity of adopted physical models.
• Communication skills: Clearly and coherently express concepts and solutions in the field of physics.
• Learning skills: Develop an independent study method for further scientific topics.

Educational objectives

ENG
GENERAL
The Chemistry course has an invaluable importance for its contents for any University Degree Course that deals with science and technology and aims to provide students with basic knowledge in Chemistry, applicable in both scientific and technological fields.
SPECIFIC
Expected learning outcomes:

Knowledge and understanding (Dublin descriptor I)
At the end of the course the student will have the basic knowledge in General Chemistry on the composition, structure, properties and transformations of matter. It will then be able to understand the environment that surrounds it from the point of view of its microscopic and macroscopic structure. He will also be aware of the multiple interconnections of Chemistry with other scientific disciplines and the need for continuous updating on the state of the art, due to the continuous progress of scientific knowledge and technology.

Applying knowledge and understanding (descriptor II)
At the end of the course of study the student will have developed the ability to understand some chemico-physical characteristics of substances, such as, for example, aggregation state, volatility, solubility, based on the knowledge of their structure.

Making judgements (descriptor III)
At the end of the course the student will have to possess the tools to critically evaluate a chemical transformation. In some cases, based on the knowledge of the intra- and intermolecular structure of chemical compounds, to predict various chemico-physical properties, such as, for example, aggregation, solubility and reactivity.

Communication skills (descriptor IV)
At the end of the course the student must have acquired a good language property, especially with regards to a specific scientific terminology, so as to be able to clearly communicate their knowledge and conclusions to an audience composed from people with (or without) expertise in the field.

Learning skills (descriptor V)
At the end of the course the student must have developed a learning ability that will allow him to study and deepen the chemical aspects related to the field of technology in an autonomous way.

Educational objectives

ENG
GENERAL
The course aims to provide students with an introduction to C programming. In particular, the course is designed to develop students' ability to design algorithms for standard problem classes, to interpret existing programs written in C, and to write correct C code starting from predefined functional specifications. The course intends to equip students with critical and operational skills for software development, establishing a solid foundation for advanced studies in programming.
SPECIFIC
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
Knowledge and understanding: know the fundamentals of structured programming in C and algorithm development principles.
Applying knowledge and understanding: design algorithms to solve standard classes of problems; interpret the behavior of programs written in C; develop C programs according to detailed functional specifications.
Making judgements: critically analyze software solutions with respect to specific project requirements in computing systems.
Communication skills: clearly, logically, and coherently explain and justify software design choices.
Learning skills: to autonomously develop competencies for the study of advanced topics in programming.

Educational objectives

Learning of basic theory of Mathematical Analysis II.
Ability to use theoretical results in exercises. To comprehend the reading of specific books.

A) Knowledge and understanding: to know basic concepts and their use in exercises of mathematical analysis with the support of
texts and lecture notes in Mathematical Analysis II.

B) Applying knowledge and understanding: to be able to use the acquired knowledge
and understanding in solving problems of mathematical analysis II and to communicate the arguments.

C) Making judgements: to be able to collect and understand exercises results to solve similar problems in an
autonomous context.

D) Communication skills: to relate about assumptions, problems and solutions of Mathematical Analysis II to wide audiences.

E) Learning skills: to acquire the competence that is necessary for the future courses.

Educational objectives

ENG
GENERAL
The course provides a foundation in the basic principles of electromagnetism, with particular attention to the concept of field and Maxwell's equations. The aim is to develop an understanding of electric, magnetic, wave and optical phenomena, allowing students to acquire both theoretical knowledge and practical skills applicable to different areas of physics.
The course also includes a laboratory activity aimed at applying the studied concepts practically. Students will become familiar with measurement instruments and experimental techniques, improving their ability to analyze and interpret data. Furthermore, through the study and resolution of electromagnetic problems, the development of a critical and methodological approach to physics will be promoted.

SPECIFIC
• Knowledge and understanding: to acquire the analytical methods to solve basic problems of electrostatics, magnetostatics and direct current circuits, as well as the fundamental principles of electromagnetic induction and the propagation of electromagnetic waves.
• Applying knowledge and understanding: to model simple phenomena related to electric and magnetic fields and carry out laboratory experiments on stationary and quasi-stationary currents and geometric optics, using measurement instruments and statistical analysis methods.
• Making judgements: to develop the ability to connect the different electric and magnetic phenomena covered in the course and to critically analyze them through laboratory reports and discussions during the exam.
• Communication skills: to describe electromagnetic phenomena using appropriate technical language and to illustrate Maxwell's equations in a clear and understandable way.
• Learning skills: to acquire the skills necessary to independently study advanced topics in electromagnetism, consolidating the analysis and modeling methodologies learned during the course.

Educational objectives

The general goal of this course is to provide the methodologies to understand and to analyze
continuous time circuits, by the acquisition of fundamental mathematical tools and the
comparison with the knowledge acquired in the courses of Analysis, Physics and Electronics.
SPECIFIC
• Knowledge and understanding: in this class students will acquire the capability of
solving simple problems of analysis of circuital structures.
• Applying knowledge and understanding: students will be able to apply the acquired
knowledge to the solution of general problems.
• Making judgements: students will be able to make judgements in an autonomous
manner, straight form collected data.
• Communication skills: students will be able to communicate the results acquired in
the course, also to people coming form other fields.
• Learning skills: students will acquire the autonomous capability of continuing their
curriculum.

Educational objectives

The student is asked to make a choice, for a total of 12 credits, generally distributed over two courses of 6 credits each.

Educational objectives

ENG
GENERAL
The aim of the course is to provide an overview on electronic systems and on the relationships between system functionality and methodologies and technologies used for design. The course also intends to provide basic knowledge for the use of electronic components and circuits, and to present the fundamental circuits of analog electronics using both BJT and MOS transistors.
SPECIFIC
• Knowledge and understanding: to provide to the student the basic knowledge on the behavior of semiconductor devices and on their use in electronic circuits. In particular, the course aims to provide deeper analysis skills on analog electronic systems, by taking into account basic single-device and multidevice stages.
• Applying knowledge and understanding: capability of analyzing analog circuits composed of several transistors.
• Making judgements: at the end of this course, the student will be able to analyze analog electronic systems composed by more than one active device, and will know the properties of basic multidevice topologies (cascode, current mirrors, differential pair). They will be able to analyze the frequency behavior of open-loop amplifiers,
• Communication skills: (none).
• Learning skills: The course provides the basis for further studies in analog electronics, giving to the students the needed skills to autonomously analyze complex circuits.

Educational objectives

ENG
GENERAL
The aim of the course is to provide students the foundations of measurement theory, together with specific knowledge on the basic instrumentation used in the field of electrical and electronic measurements. Thanks to the various experiences carried out in the laboratory, the course aims to provide students the theoretical and practical skills needed to tackle the functional test or the conformity assessment of electronic devices.
SPECIFIC
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING. The course aims at providing the basic knowledge needed to perform electrical and electronic measurements. Specific emphasis is given to the metrological and uncertainty evaluation aspects.
CAPABILITY TO APPLY KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING. The theoretical part of the course is completed and complemented by a series of laboratory experiments which will allow the student to put into practice the concepts learnt and to acquire the fundamental skills for performing the basic measurements encountered in the field of electronic engineering.
MAKING AUTONOMOUS JUDGEMENTS. Laboratory activities aim at allowing the student to make autonomous judgements; the actual autonomy reached by the student is assessed by means of a specific practical session during the final examination.
COMMUNICATE SKILLS. The experimental activities include group work, which enhances the student communication skills and interaction capabilities.
LEARNING SKILLS. The didactic paradigm of the course urges the student to autonomously acquire new technical knowledge, related to the course syllabus, mainly as a result of the problem solving approach of experimental acitivites.

Educational objectives

GENERAL
Knowledge of the main topics of applied electromagnetics (fundamental features of the electromagnetic fields in time and frequency domain for free-space and in the matter, wave propagation and plane waves, transmission lines, guided-wave propagation, radiation), which also constitute the ground for subsequent specialized courses in the same scientific sector.
SPECIFIC
• Knowledge and understanding: to get the fundamentals on the electromagnetic-field propagation features and the relevant use in electronic systems for information and communication technology (ICT).
• Applying knowledge and understanding: to acquire and manage the basic analysis methods for the comprehension of the behavior of electromagnetic fields in free-space and in waveguides to transfer information.
• Making judgements: (none)
• Communication skills: to be able to describe the features and the analytical methods for the use of the electromagnetic fields in ICT systems.
• Learning skills: capability in facing developments and further in-depth analysis on topics involving applied electromagnetics in the area of the information engineering.

Educational objectives

English

The goal of the course “Fondamenti di Comunicazioni Elettriche” is to provide the skills for the link budget in a communication system, by addressing the key topics relevant to information transfer by means of electrical, electromagnetic and optical signals.
The course aims at providing the student with the methodologies and theoretical knowledge required to understand issued related to the fundamentals of communication systems. By the end of the course the student should be capable of completing a link budget under nominal conditions for analogue and digital communications systems adopting both wired and wireless media.

SPECIFIC
• Knowledge and understanding: analogue and digital modulation techniques, propagation of signals through wireless, cable and fiber media, and path loss characterization of the same media.
• Applying knowledge and understanding: skills required to carry out the performance analysis of a communication link in terms of indicators such as Signal-to-Noise Ratio and Bit Error Probability.
• Making judgements: ability to design and determine budget for a communication link under nominal conditions, taking into account signal characteristics (power, bandwidth), and properly determining relevant parameters for the blocks forming the transmitter-receiver chain.
• Communication skills: N/A
• Learning skills: acquire knowledge allowing the student to properly assess a communication link under ideal conditions, enabling at later stages of the academic course the study of communication systems under real conditions, taking into account the characteristics of sources, channels, and multiple access techniques in multiuser systems.

Educational objectives

KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING. Fundamentals of CMOS digital circuits, combinational and sequential logic synthesis, elementary microprocessor systems
CAPABILITY TO APPLY KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING. design of combinational and sequential logic, design of elementary microprocessor systems
MAKING AUTONOMOUS JUDGEMENTS. Evaluation of design alternatives to be used.
COMMUNICATE SKILLS. Understanding of technical specification of digital components and systems.
LEARNING SKILLS. Any subsequent advancement on digital circuits, architectures and programming.

Educational objectives

ENG
GENERAL
Knowledge of linear dynamical systems modelling and representation, and of the basic methodologies for analyzing and designing feedback controllers for linear dynamical systems, using both state-space and input-output descriptions.
Knowledge of the basic methodologies for analyzing and designing feedback controllers in the frequency domain for SISO linear dynamical systems.

SPECIFIC
• Knowledge and understanding: knowledge and understanding of basic modelling and control methodologies for linear dynamical systems with focus on frequency domain methods.
• Applying knowledge and understanding: ability to define a mathematical model, to analyse the dynamics of linear systems, to design feedback control schemes for linear systems in the frequency domain, to translate specifications of the control problems in appropriate constraints for control design.
• Making judgements: ability to evaluate and validate the designed controller also through simulation tools ability to evaluate and validate the designed controller also through simulation tools.
• Communications skills: ability to illustrate the proposed solutions providing motivations in terms of satisfactions of specifications, accuracy of result and optimality properties.
• Learning skills: ability to study advanced topics in linear and nonlinear control system theory.

Educational objectives

ENG
GENERAL
The Antenna course provides knowledge and skills on the transmission and reception of electromagnetic radiation in free space, on the basis of the contents acquired in the Electromagnetic fields course. General objectives of the course are: Knowing and understanding the parameters for the characterization fo antennas and their radio link, fundamentals of e.m. radiation and its polarization properties, linear antennas, aperture antennas, reflector antennas, microstrip patch antennas, traveling-wave antennas, antenna arrays.

SPECIFIC
• Knowledge and understanding: Defining and interpreting the fundamental parameters of antennas and the wireless links; knowing the electromagnetic radiation theory; analyzing linear and aperture antennas, reflector antennas, microstrip patch antennas, traveling-wave antennas, and antenna arrays.
• Applying knowledge and understanding: Ability to apply the theoretical‐experimental knowledge acquired to problems of electromagnetic radiation and antennas.
• Making judgements: Ability to critically and competently evaluate approaches and solutions to problems of electromagnetic radiation and antennas.
Communication skills: Ability to describe problems and solutions adopted to tackle issues of electromagnetic radiation and antennas.
• Learning skills: Ability to broaden and deepen their knowledge on advanced topics of electromagnetic radiation and antennas

Educational objectives

KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING. Understanding of medium-complexity integrated circuit schemes, as OPA, COA, VOA, CCII. Capability of carry-out a preliminary design of analog integrated circuits starting from paper-and-pencil analytic calculations, check of the design by CAD simulation
CAPABILITY TO APPLY KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING. Design and simulation of integrated circuits in CMOS technology at schematic level

Educational objectives

The student is asked to make a choice, for a total of 12 credits, generally distributed over two courses of 6 credits each.

Educational objectives

Final exam
The final exam consists of the preparation of a self-developed, regarding the matters of the degree course.
The dissertation is presented and discussed in front of a special degree Commission. It involves the acquisition of 3 credits. With this test are also coordinated the activities of art. 10, paragraph 5, letter d, with regard to computer skills and openness to the technical systems of Engineering Communications.