The Wireless Sensor Network part of the course includes a general introduction to WSN with an overview of use-cases, applications, and current technologies. Besides the fundamentals of wireless communications, the course consists of descriptions and analysis of the PHY and MAC layers of WSN systems. Case studies like the multi-hop WSNs with the corresponding addressing systems and routing protocols and end-to-end transmission technologies will be studied. In the end, the students will be acquainted with WSN operating systems and simulators, network and service architectures for WSN as well as platforms for data storage, processing and visualization.
The part of the course devoted to Drone Systems consists of sections related to the structure, building blocks, communication modules, flight planning, experiment planning while implementing in different sectors, test specifications and quality of service. Students will design, develop, and implement of drones in complex IoT systems. Knowledge of the drones knowledge in hardware and software design, sensors, actuators, cameras, communication technologies, data structures and data transmission, motion, kinematics, flight scheduling, as well as legislation, security, data management. At the end of the course students will have a basic knowledge of how drones work, are built and could be implemented in different industrial sectors, how the drones could be used in the integrated sustainable solutions and be interoperable with other systems.
The Geodata Management Systems part is following a problem based approach. Starting from a real world problem in environmental sciences related to urban planning students will learn to retrieve and process freely available open geo-spatiotemporal data from ground based measurements including data from the students’ own data acquisition as well as remote sensing data from satellites, planes or drones, e.g. from the European earth observation program COPERNICUS and other regional sources. The data analysis will focus on the EU member states. The course is accompanied by interactive online software laboratory sessions. The homework assignments comprise mainly problem based mini-projects. In their final project the students will implement a solution using the full processing chain from data acquisition / retrieval via data engineering and geo-database to final data analysis with GIS.
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The course on augmented and virtual reality consists of sections for design, development, and implementation of virtual reality and augmented reality solutions in different sectors. Basic parts of the models and how to organise and simulate/ test them are included. Some technological challenges in medical applications, deep water, harsh environment, special industries implementations are becoming more and more important nowadays due to the high requirements for sustainability and reliability. At the end of the course students will be able to implement the knowledge in integrating AR and VR in IoT platforms, build and enhance the systems using VR and AR and how to make the sustainable and interoperable with other systems.
The Data Processing and Blockchain module provides students with advanced knowledge and practical skills in managing, analyzing, and securing urban data using modern data processing techniques and blockchain technology. Students will develop expertise in data quality assurance, data cleansing, and handling large datasets through tools like MATLAB and OpenRefine. They will enforce the ability to analyze complex urban datasets, extract key insights, and propose data-driven solutions for sustainable urban development. Additionally, students will assess and design blockchain-integrated frameworks to enhance data security and transparency, promoting innovation in smart urban systems.
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The first part of the course explores the economic principles and policies essential for achieving sustainable development. Students will examine foundational theories in environmental and resource economics, the economics of climate change, and the role of innovation and technology in sustainable economic growth. The course covers topics such as green growth, circular economy models, and the social dimensions of sustainability, including equity and justice. By analyzing real-world cases and engaging in collaborative projects, students will gain the skills needed to design and evaluate economic policies that support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and foster resilience and inclusivity in global and local economies.
In the second part of the course, fundamental insight into basic business management is given to the students. It deals with business strategies, strategic thinking and planning, as well as best practices for implementing and continuously evaluating and improving business strategies. For this, the course will deliver a basic understanding of the role of a business manager with its related functions, tasks, and responsibilities. It will deal with the functions of a company, the roles to be aware of. It will show different types of managers and how their work affects the company. It will elaborate on how successful business managers think, act, and motivate their collaborators.
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Lectures will deal with the history of Italy from unification (1861) to the present days, in order to provide a chronological frame for the main cultural movements and events.
Students will have an opportunity to discuss crucial cultural problems, spanning politics, ecological issues, Italian literature, cinema and local customs. Special attention will be paid to social imaginaries and narratives, which will be used as an entry point for a critical approach to the investigation of identities and cultural trends. The course will make extensive use of Italian cinema for introducing students to the main cultural challenges of modern and contemporary Italy and to its geographical and environmental variety and beauty.
The course will also offer some basics of Italian Language (A0/A1), which will enable students to lay the groundwork for further potential study of Italian (in form of courses or self-study).
The course equips students with the ability to critically assess and design sustainable urban systems. They will analyze real-world cases and explore innovative urban solutions, from smart infrastructure to green building practices, which contribute to cities' climate resilience and circular economy objectives. By the end of the module, students will possess a solid understanding of sustainable urban planning concepts, the role of advanced technologies, and the methodologies to create urban environments that are efficient, resilient, and environmentally sound.
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