MASTER’S PROGRAM IN DESIGN ENGINEERING

It addresses the key concepts of sustainability and corporate social responsibility involved in project design and management. This allows the application of tools, methodologies, and skills that incorporate the expectations of key stakeholders in the framework of the triple bottom line in order to achieve the expected impact on projects. It also covers the concepts of sustainability, stakeholders and triple bottom line, as well the impact of projects.

It addresses—theoretically and practically—the use of additive technologies with ABS and PLA materials, as well as engineering tools applied to product manufacturing. When teaching modern technologies, the laser cutting machine with computer-aided fabrication and manufacturing (CAD) is also included.

This subject teaches students about the functioning of electronic components in products and the specific function that it plays in the design of electric circuits. It also provides students with the right knowledge to propose, design, and produce electronic cards that meet the product needs, as well as the different manufacturing techniques of electronic cards and its connection with specialized product-oriented software, in order to complete the control cycle by incorporating input and output devices (sensors and actuators) into the microcontroller.

It provides students with knowledge and tools to incorporate new technologies in all the areas of a company, and thus adapt such company to the globalization demands beyond space and time. This creative process entails a change of mentality not only from the top management but also from every single employee, in order to secure a cross-cutting innovative culture. A wide array of digital tools for different phases will be used, as well as the right methodology to thrive in the design of on-site and digital settings.

It provides a comprehensive theoretical training in projects in which innovation takes part in different processes that correspond to each of its phases. This provides students with knowledge and tools to formulate and evaluate feasible proposals based on an analysis of the innovative environment. It will also address the main concepts required for making decisions in innovation projects.

It provides students with theoretical and practical knowledge related to materials used in engineering and architecture, analyzing the properties, trials, regulations, manufacturing technologies, life cycle, and environmental sustainability. The field of study comprises from metals and alloys, ceramics and vitreous, polymers and composites to electronic, magnetic and nanomaterials. This allows students to identify the main materials used in engineering and architecture applications by previously studying its characteristics, manufacturing methods, applications, quality regulations and environmental impact.

It teaches students about data analysis and description techniques and probabilistic models by applying statistical inference methods for making decisions when it comes to design and develop products and services. Students will be able to analyze and interpret measurements and observations (data) from samples in order to generalize or infer about processes (populations) of interests from which such samples were obtained. It also addresses the study of linear regression and design, and the analysis of statistical experiments. Finally, all topics are addressed using a specialized statistical software.

It provides key concepts to understand what customers really want, and how the market adapts its product offerings to meet the demands whilst securing a real competitive advantage. The final aim is to develop a product that meets customers' needs. Since product research is paramount to new product development, it is studied at every stage of the process to identify key issues and avoid expensive mistakes. This subject will also address how to test a concept in order to eliminate any unpromising idea, allowing you to focus time and money on products with the best chances of achieving commercial success.

It provides students with modern product design methods such as TRIZ, Scrum or Design Sprint, so they can develop their creativity and encapsulate this into a feasible minimum product. It also shares concepts about anthropometry and industrial design. Finally, in practice, students will design functional and aesthetic products to be launched on the market and thus benefit people.

It addresses the communication standards for CAD/CAM/CAE systems, as well as the identification of the most used interfaces. Moreover, students will use Product Data Management (PDM) systems, Computer Aided Design (CAD) and information of pieces and models, manufacturing instructions, requirements, notes, and documents. It also covers the current communication protocols for CAM and CAE systems, as well as the selection of a data management platform and optimal interfaces for a proper integration of a manufacturing system.

It builds research skills and competences in students. This subject also covers the most relevant topics required for the thesis. Regarding the training of researchers, it focuses on mastering the main lines of work that contribute to the field of engineering.