Objectives
The graduate in Computer and Control Engineering must understand how the complex systems that characterize the information society operate and grasp the principles and paradigms for the functioning and design of information-processing systems, as well as systems that operate autonomously. They must also be able to contribute to the design of innovative solutions and assess their impact within economic, social, and entrepreneurial contexts.
The graduate in Computer and Control Engineering must have a solid background both in the basic sciences (mathematics, physics) and in engineering sciences, enabling them to collaborate effectively with specialists from all branches of engineering and from the economic-managerial field, particularly with other professionals in the information sector. They must also possess an in-depth knowledge of both engineering methodologies and practical aspects of the field, and have the necessary tools for continuous learning, even as well as through ongoing self-study. Finally, it is important that they understand their professional and ethical responsibilities.
The graduate in Computer and Control Engineering must also acquire specific skills in both the disciplinary areas of Computer Engineering and Control Engineering. In particular, these skills concern the analysis, design, and management of hardware/software computer systems and IT applications in various service and production sectors, as well as the analysis and design of systems that operate autonomously, such as robotic systems, air and space navigation systems, automated systems for the production and management of goods, services, and environmental resources, and systems for analysis and control in biomedical applications.
The study program in Computer and Control Engineering is organized into two curricula, focused respectively on Computer Engineering and on Control Engineering. The two curricula share a common part that includes:
an initial section dedicated to basic subjects (programming, mathematics, physics). This section covers most of the first year and part of the second year;
a second section dedicated to core subjects. This section covers most of the second year and part of the third year, and mainly addresses methodological, design, and technological topics in computer engineering, Control Engineering, information security and protection, as well as economic/managerial subjects.
The differentiation takes place in the final section relating to the two disciplinary areas of Computer Engineering and Control Engineering, which covers part of the second year and part of the third year. One curriculum focuses on more specialized topics within Computer Engineering (databases, operating systems, artificial intelligence, software development, web systems, cybersecurity), while the second curriculum places greater emphasis on more specialized topics in Control Engineering (modeling and simulation, industrial automation).
The share of the total workload available to the student for independent study or other individual learning activities is defined in the Didactic Regulations of the degree program.