Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering

Objectives

Objectives

This module describes the fundamentals of electricity generation, which the industry makes available to users, from various energy sources: oil, natural gas, coal, hydro, nuclear and renewables. It will also examine the conversion between different forms of energy, as well as the economic, technical, environmental and engineering aspects of generation and the aforementioned conversions.

Prerequisites

No prerequisites have been set

Learning Outcomes

A6 Knowledge and skills enabling students to understand, analyse, utilise and manage the various energy sources.

Learning outcomes

LA1 Understands and is able to analyse, utilise and manage different energy sources.

Course content

Utilisation of energy sources. Fuels. Renewable energy. Energy market:

Syllabus covered:

Chapter 1 – Introduction and general overview

1.1. – Introduction

1.2. – Terrestrial energy resources

1.3. Energy and the environment

1.4. – Energy economics:

a) The world

b) Europe

c) Spain

d) Current situation and outlook

Chapter 2 – Energy conversions and uses

2.1 – Heat generation, combustion.

2.2 – Steam generation, boilers.

2.3. Production of mechanical energy, turbines and engines.

Chapter 3 – Natural gas as an energy source. Gaseous fuels.

3.1 – Gaseous fuels and motor fuels: origin and nature.

3.2. Natural gas logistics.

3.3.- Natural gas processing.

3.4. – The economics of natural gas.

3.5. – Cogeneration.

3.6. Combined-cycle power generation

Chapter 4. – Coal as an energy source

4.1.- Origin, evolution, analysis, structure and classification.

4.2.- Management of coal at the mine face.

4.3.- Utilisation of coal to produce clean fuels. Direct energy utilisation.

4.4.- Economy: a significant present and an inevitable future.

Chapter 5. – Oil as an energy source

5.1.- Origin, nature and procurement of crude oil.

5.2.- Products of oil refining: motor fuels, lubricants and heating fuels.

5.3.- Refining processes.

5.4.- The economics and management of oil.

5.5. – Developments and trends in the oil industry.

Chapter 6. – Hydropower

6.1.- Hydraulic dams.

6.2.- Types of hydroelectric power stations.

6.3. Characteristics:

a) gross and net head

b) flow rate

c) power and energy generated

6.4.- Turbines and generators.

6.5.- Connection to the electricity grid: a) load factor; b) pumping.

6.6. Economic aspects

Chapter 7. Non-hydropower alternative or renewable energy sources.

7.1. Introduction: aspirations, reality and R&D.

7.2. Solar energy: thermal and photovoltaic.

7.3.- Wind energy.

7.3. Biomass: waste and cultivated. Biofuels.

7.4. Geothermal and marine energy.

Chapter 8. Nuclear energy.

8.1.- Nuclear fission.

8.2.- Uranium mining. Production of concentrates. Uranium isotopic enrichment: methods.

8.3.- Nuclear reactors. Components and types.

8.4.- Nuclear power stations. Characteristics.

8.5. Nuclear Safety. Environmental aspects.

8.6.- Nuclear fusion.

Teaching activities

A1 Classroom-based presentation of concepts relating to the topics covered in each subject and problem-solving exercises designed to enable students to understand how to tackle these topics, as well as other face-to-face group sessions such as discussion classes, group work, etc.

A2 Laboratory activities of increasing difficulty, enabling students to gradually develop the ability to solve problems independently.

A3 Carrying out projects in small groups.

A4 Independent study, report writing, practical work, etc., carried out by individual students or groups of students.

A5 Assessment tests.

Assessment system and criteria

The assessment systems used to verify and evaluate students’ acquisition of competences can be categorised into three types:

- E1: Written assessments throughout the semester, to assess the technical skills associated with the module acquired through students’ individual study.

- E3: Problem-solving, completing assignments, preparing reports, and presenting and defending case studies or projects (individually or in small groups).

The course’s assessment system consists of two mid-term exams and an assignment, weighted as follows:

 First mid-term exam: 45%

 Second mid-term exam: 45%

 Assignment: 10%

The assignment will consist of a report, which students must submit in PDF format, and a presentation lasting approximately 20 minutes.

To pass the course through continuous assessment, both mid-term exams must be passed with a mark of ≥ 4 points and the final mark must be at least 5 points.

If the student does not pass the course through continuous assessment, they may sit the final exam in the ordinary examination session and have the opportunity to improve their mark in one or both mid-term exams. Students will pass the module if they achieve a mark of ≥ 4 marks in both mid-term exams and the weighted average of these marks and that of the dissertation is equal to or greater than 5 marks.

If a student fails the module during the ordinary examination period, they must sit a final examination during the supplementary examination period, which will cover the entire course syllabus; the mark for this examination will be the final mark for the module (no marks from mid-term examinations that have been passed or used to make up for a failing mark will be carried over).

Bibliography

Essential:

1. Antonio Madrid Vicente

Complete Guide to Renewable and Fossil Energies

UPM. 1993.

ISBN: 9788496709775

2. J.F. Manwell, A.L. Rogers, J.G. Mcgowan.

Wind Energy Explained: Theory, Design and Application

Wilwy. 2009.

ISBN: 978-0-470-015

3. Jaime González-Velasco

Renewable Energy

REVERTE. 2009.

ISBN: 9788429179125

4. José Roldán Viloria.

Energy Sources.

Paraninfo. 2008.

ISBN: 9788428331708

5. Miguel Villarrubia López.

Wind Energy Engineering

Mancorbo. 2012.

ISBN: 9788426715807

Supplementary:

6. Eduardo Lorenzo

Photovoltaic Engineering

PROGENSA.. 2014.

ISBN: 978-849569332

7. International Atomic Energy Agency

Power Engineering Bibliography.

International Atomic Energy Agency. 2017.

ISBN: 9789201023971

https://www.iaea.org/NuclearPower/Engineering/bibliography.html

8. Tonio Comenar et al.

Renewable Energy Power Stations.

Pearson. 2012.

ISBN: 978-84-8322-9

Links

Ministry of Industry, Energy and Tourism website – Reports and statistics on national energy balances

BP Energy Report – Statistical review of the main global energy indicators by fuel type and energy type

Nuclear Forum – Energy in Spain

International Energy Agency – Energy indicators and reports

Objectives

The aim of the ‘Electrical Technology’ module is to provide students with a comprehensive overview of the electricity system in Spain, covering power generation, transmission via high-voltage systems and distribution via low-voltage systems, from substations to the point of consumption.

In each of these sections, the most important aspects to consider when selecting the appropriate systems are explained, taking into account regulatory requirements and technical documentation.

The module will establish the basic principles of the electricity system and include problem-solving exercises to help consolidate this knowledge.

Prerequisites

No prerequisites have been set

Learning Outcomes

A1 Knowledge and ability to analyse and design systems for the generation, transmission and distribution of electrical energy.

Learning outcomes

LO1 Can design and analyse electricity generation systems.

LR2 Can design and analyse electricity transmission and distribution infrastructure.

Course content

Power stations. Electricity transmission: grid components and characteristics, grid management. Distribution: power lines, substations.

Course syllabus:

INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

BLOCK I. – GENERATION

I.1 THERMAL

I.2 NUCLEAR

I.3 COMBINED CYCLE

1.4 RENEWABLES

I.4.1. HYDROPOWER.

I.4.2. WIND POWER.

I.4.3. PHOTOVOLTAIC SOLAR.

I.4.4. SOLAR THERMAL.

I.4.5. BIOMASS.

SECTION II. TRANSPORT

II.1 ENERGY TRANSPORT

II.1.1. CHARACTERISTICS OF THE TRANSMISSION GRID

II.1.2. STRUCTURE OF THE GRID. BASIC COMPONENTS.

II.1.3. INTERCONNECTED SYSTEMS. INTERNATIONAL INTERCONNECTIONS.

II.1.4. NEW TECHNOLOGIES.

II.2. TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT OF THE SYSTEM.

SECTION III. DISTRIBUTION

III.1 ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION.

III.1.1. DISTRIBUTION ARCHITECTURES.

III.1.2. SUBSTATIONS.

III.1.3. POWER LINES.

III.1.3.1. ELECTRICAL CALCULATIONS.

III.1.3.2. MECHANICAL CALCULATIONS.

III.1.4. CABLES.

III.1.4.1. ELECTRICAL CALCULATIONS FOR CABLES.

III.1.5. TRANSFORMER STATIONS.

III.1.5.1. SIZING

III.1.5.2. DESIGN OF EARTHING SYSTEMS

III.1.6. LOW-VOLTAGE INSTALLATIONS.

III.1.6.1. CALCULATION AND SIZING OF CONDUCTORS FOR OVERHEAD, UNDERGROUND AND INDOOR NETWORKS IN ACCORDANCE WITH REBT

III.1.6.2. NEUTRAL AND EARTH CONNECTION SYSTEMS IN ELECTRICAL POWER DISTRIBUTION NETWORKS.

III.1.6.3. MAIN PROTECTION BOXES.

III.1.6.4. LOW-VOLTAGE ISSUES.

BLOCK IV. – STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS (CROSS-CUTTING)

Training activities

A1 Classroom-based presentation of concepts related to the topics comprising each subject and problem-solving exercises enabling students to learn how to tackle them, as well as other face-to-face group sessions such as discussion classes, group work, etc.

A2 Laboratory activities of increasing difficulty, enabling students to gradually acquire the ability to solve problems independently.

A3 Carrying out work in small groups.

A4 Independent study, report writing, practical work, etc., carried out by individual students or groups of students.

A5 Assessment tests.

Assessment system and criteria

The assessment systems used to verify and evaluate students’ acquisition of competences can be categorised into three types:

- E1: Written assessments throughout the semester, to assess the technical skills associated with the module acquired through students’ individual study.

- E2: Reports on laboratory practical work to verify the acquisition of the skills developed.

- E3: Problem-solving, completing assignments, drafting reports, and presenting and defending case studies or projects (either individually or in small groups).

For continuous assessment, the module is divided into four parts, which will be assessed independently with the weightings indicated below:

 Generation: 30%

 Transport: 40%

 Distribution: 15%

 Practical work (Powerworld) 15%

Students will pass the module through continuous assessment if they achieve a weighted final mark of five out of ten or higher.

If a student does not pass the module through continuous assessment, they must sit the comprehensive examination for the module during the ordinary examination period and, if necessary, during the supplementary examination period. In both cases, the final examination will cover the entire syllabus and the mark obtained in it will be the final mark for the module.

Bibliography

Essential:

1. Guirado Torres, Rafael; Asensi Orosa, Rafael; Jurado Melguizo, Francisco; Carpio Ibánez, José

ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY

MC GRAW HILL. 2015.

ISBN: 9788448148072

2. Jorge Moreno Mohíno

Regulations for High-Voltage Lines and their Technical Foundations

Paraninfo. 2008.

ISBN: 9788428330343

Supplementary:

3.- Barrero González, Fermín

ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEMS

THOMSON PARANINFO, S.A. 2020.

ISBN: 9788497322836

4.- Gómez Expósito, A

ANALYSIS AND OPERATION OF ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEMS

MC GRAW HILL. 2003.

ISBN: 9789448135925

5. Grainger, John J.; Stevenson, William

ANALYSIS OF POWER SYSTEMS

MC GRAW HILL. 2004.

ISBN: 9789701009086

6. Queijo Garcia G

FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY

U.N.E.D. 2010.

ISBN: 9788436258899

Objectives

To acquire knowledge of the design, calculation and optimisation of industrial hydraulic systems, including hydraulic networks and turbomachinery.

To acquire knowledge of the design, calculation and optimisation of thermal energy, carrying out a detailed study of reciprocating internal combustion engines, gas cycles, steam cycles and combined cycles.

To acquire criteria for the design and implementation of industrial heating and cooling systems.

Prerequisites

No prerequisites have been established.

Competencies

A5 Knowledge and skills for the design and analysis of thermal machines and engines, hydraulic machines, and industrial heating and cooling systems.

Learning outcomes

LA1 Can design and analyse thermal machines and engines, hydraulic machines, and industrial heating and cooling systems.

Course content

Industrial refrigeration. Heat generation plants. Hydraulic machinery. Thermal machines and engines.

Breakdown by topic:

1. Boundary layer

2. Calculation of pressure drop in pipework

3. Speed triangles

4. Parameters of hydraulic turbomachinery

5. Hydraulic networks

6. Water hammer

7. Hydraulic turbomachinery: types, uses, control, selection

7. Thermodynamic review

8. Reciprocating internal combustion engines

9. Steam cycles

10. Gas cycles

11. Combined cycles

12. Industrial heating and cooling

Learning activities

A1 Classroom-based presentation of concepts relating to the topics covered in each subject and problem-solving exercises designed to enable students to understand how to tackle these topics, as well as other face-to-face group sessions such as discussion classes, group work, etc.

A2 Laboratory activities of increasing difficulty, enabling students to gradually develop the ability to solve problems independently.

A3 Carrying out work in small groups.

A4 Independent study, report writing, practical work, etc., carried out by individual students or groups of students.

A5 Assessment tests.

Assessment system and criteria

The assessment systems used to verify and evaluate students’ acquisition of competences can be categorised into three types:

- E1: Written assessments throughout the semester, to assess the technical skills associated with the module acquired through students’ individual study.

- E2: Reports on the progress of laboratory practicals to verify the acquisition of the skills developed.

- E3: Problem-solving, completing assignments, drafting reports, and presenting and defending case studies or projects (either individually or in small groups).

Assessment criteria

During the teaching period, two assessments will be held, covering both theoretical and practical aspects of the subject matter taught, as well as the completion of exercises. The first exam will assess knowledge of fluid mechanics and the second that of thermal engineering.

Furthermore, during this teaching period, students will be set exercises or practical case studies to be completed during their personal study time, which will be assessed individually; the aim is for all students to present a case study or exercise in front of the class. They will be assessed on their performance in these tasks.

This will involve the student solving the exercise set by the lecturer on the blackboard; the solution may be marked as correct, correct but requiring clarification, or incorrect.

It is stipulated that each of the two mid-term assessments will account for 40 per cent of the total mark for the continuous assessment process, and the practical case studies will account for 5 per cent of the total mark. The mark allocated to the laboratory practicals is 5 per cent, which will be assessed whilst the practicals are being carried out, either by presenting the work carried out and conclusions to the lecturer or by submitting reports.

In order to be eligible for a pass in the continuous assessment process, students must obtain a mark of at least 3.5 points in each of the two mid-term assessments. If at least one of the two marks is below 3.5 points, the student will not be eligible for a pass in the continuous assessment process.

If, under these criteria, a student achieves a mark of 5 or above, they will pass the course and may choose not to sit the ordinary examination; the mark obtained will then be carried over to that examination.

The continuous assessment mark will be calculated as the sum of the following marks, weighted as indicated:

1. 90%: the average of the mid-term exams in thermal engineering and fluid engineering, subject to the restrictions indicated.

2. 5 per cent: average mark for the seminar

3. 5%: average mark for the laboratory work

Ordinary examination session

If a student has not achieved a mark of 5.0 points in the continuous assessment but has achieved this mark in one of the mid-term exams (fluid mechanics or thermal engineering), they may sit the corresponding exam in the ordinary examination period, but only for the section in which they did not achieve 5.0 marks in the continuous assessment (Fluid Mechanics or Thermal Engineering). The exam mark would then be calculated as follows:

Ordinary examination mark: Mark for the passed continuous assessment * 0.45 + Mark for the ordinary examination (for the part not passed in the continuous assessment) * 0.55.

If you sit both parts, 100 per cent of the mark will be based on the result of that examination.

Extraordinary examination sessions

Where supplementary examination sessions are available, a single examination covering the full syllabus will be held, with the mark for the supplementary session constituting 100 per cent of the examination mark.

Bibliography

Essential:

1.-

Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines

Madrid: Publications Section of the Higher Technical School of Engineering, 1989.

ISBN: 8486451019

2.- Agüera Soriano, José

Mechanics of Incompressible Fluids and Hydraulic Turbomachinery

Madrid: Editorial Ciencia, 2002. 2002.

ISBN: 84953910105

3. Arias-Paz, Manuel

Car Manual

Madrid: Dossat 2000, 1996. 1999.

ISBN: 8489656096

4. Cengel, Yunus A.

Thermodynamics /

Mexico, Madrid, etc.: McGraw-Hill, 2012.

ISBN: 9781456218379

5. Muñoz Domínguez, Marta

Thermal Engineering

Madrid: UNED, 2006. 2006.

ISBN: 8436253167

Objectives

To establish the necessary concepts relating to production systems, work organisation, stock management, production management and maintenance management.

Skills

B1 Knowledge and skills required to organise and manage businesses

B5 Knowledge of management information systems, industrial organisation, production systems, logistics and quality management systems.

B6 Skills in work organisation and human resources management. Knowledge of occupational health and safety.

Learning outcomes

LR1 Understands quality management systems and how they are integrated into production activities.

LA2 Possesses knowledge of industrial organisation, production systems and logistics.

LA3 Is able to carry out human resources management. Furthermore, understands and applies methods for work organisation.

Course content

 Quality management.

 Logistics.

 Work organisation and planning.

 Production organisation.

Teaching activities

A1 Classroom-based presentation of concepts relating to the topics covered in each subject and problem-solving exercises designed to enable students to understand how to tackle these topics, as well as other face-to-face group sessions such as discussion classes, group work, etc.

A2 Laboratory activities of increasing difficulty, enabling students to gradually develop the ability to solve problems independently.

A3 Carrying out work in small groups.

A4 Independent study, report writing, practical work, etc., carried out by individual students or groups of students.

A5 Assessment tests.

Assessment system and criteria

The assessment systems used to verify and evaluate students’ acquisition of competences can be categorised into three types:

- E1: Written assessments throughout the semester, to assess the technical skills associated with the module acquired through students’ individual study.

- E3: Problem-solving, completing assignments, preparing reports, and presenting and defending case studies or projects (individually or in small groups).

The course’s assessment system is set out below:

 First mid-term exam: 25%

 Second mid-term exam: 50%

 Project defence: 25%

The weighted average mark for the above assessments must be 5 points or higher to pass the module. Should a student fail to pass the module via the aforementioned assessment system, they must sit the ordinary final examination and, where applicable, the resit.

Both the ordinary and supplementary final examinations will cover the entire syllabus, and marks from previously passed parts or mid-term examinations will not be carried forward.

Bibliography

Core:

1. Heizer, Hay

Production and Operations Management

Pearson. 2007.

ISBN: 8483223600

2. Taha

Operations Research: An Introduction

Pearson. 2007.

ISBN: 0131889230

3. VOLLMANN, THOMAS E.

Production Planning and Control

McGraw-Hill. 2005.

ISBN: 9701050665

Supplementary:

4.- CHASE, R.B.; AQUILANO, N.J., and DAVIS, M.M.

Production and Operations Management

Irwin-McGraw-Hill, 2000.

5.- HIRANO, H

Manual for the Implementation of JIT (I and II)

TGP-Hoshin. 2001.

6. SUZAKI, K

Competitiveness in Manufacturing: Techniques for Continuous Improvement

TGP-Hoshin. 2000.

Objectives

The aim is to acquire knowledge of the main industrial chemical processes and the ability to analyse and design chemical processes. It provides criteria for selecting the most appropriate solution to the various needs that arise in the chemical industry.

Prerequisites

No prior requirements have been set.

Competencies

A4 Ability to analyse and design chemical processes.

Learning outcomes

LA1 Understands and is able to analyse chemical processes used in industry, as well as to design them.

Course content

Industrial chemical processes: petroleum products, cement, etc. Breakdown by topic:

Breakdown by topic:

1. Fundamentals of industrial chemical processes.

2. Unit operations and transport phenomena

3. Process and product design

4. The petroleum industry. Natural gas.

5. Biofuel production processes.

6. The cement and paper industries.

7. Organic and inorganic chemical technology.

8. Simulation and optimisation of chemical processes.

9. Experimental techniques in industrial chemical processes.

Teaching activities

A1 Classroom-based presentation of concepts relating to the topics covered in each subject and problem-solving exercises designed to enable students to understand how to tackle these topics, as well as other face-to-face group sessions such as discussion classes, group work, etc.

A2 Laboratory activities of increasing difficulty, enabling students to gradually develop the ability to solve problems independently.

A3 Carrying out work in small groups.

A4 Independent study, report writing, practical work, etc., carried out by individual students or groups of students.

A5 Assessment tests.

Assessment system and criteria

The assessment systems used to verify and evaluate students’ acquisition of competences can be categorised into three types:

- E1: Written assessments throughout the semester, to assess the technical skills associated with the module acquired through students’ individual study.

- E2: Reports on laboratory practical work to verify the acquisition of the skills developed.

- E3: Problem-solving, completing assignments, drafting reports, and presenting and defending case studies or projects (either individually or in small groups).

Continuous Assessment

During the course, two written examinations will be held, and the arithmetic mean of the marks obtained by the student in both examinations will account for 90 per cent of the continuous assessment.

There will be sessions involving discussion and the presentation of solutions to case studies, the mark for which will account for 5 per cent of the continuous assessment. In this case, the mark will be based on the oral presentation of the proposed solution.

A marked laboratory practical on simulation tools and the optimisation of chemical processes will be carried out. Students will submit a report on the work carried out, which may be undertaken in groups of up to four people. This mark will account for 5 per cent of the continuous assessment.

Once the above marks have been totalled, if the student has achieved a mark of 5 points or higher, this mark will be carried over to the ordinary assessment period, and it will not be necessary for them to sit the ordinary examination.

If the mark for the continuous assessment is less than 5 marks, the student must sit the ordinary examination in order to be eligible for a pass in that assessment period. In this case, the mark for that assessment period will consist entirely of the examination mark.

In the supplementary examination, the mark will consist entirely of the mark obtained in the examination.

Bibliography

Essential:

1.- Calleja G. et al.

A New Introduction to Chemical Engineering (Vol. 1)

Sintesis. 2016.

ISBN: 8490773963

2. Calleja G. et al.

A New Introduction to Chemical Engineering (Vol. 2)

Sintesis. 2016.

ISBN: 8490773971

3. Gavin Towler and R.K. Sinnot

: Chemical Engineering Design: Principles, Practice and Economics of Plant and Process Design

: Elsevier Science and Technology Books. 2012.

ISBN: 9780080966595

4. Martín Gandía, Penélope

Organisation and Management in the Chemical Industry

Sintesis. 2021.

ISBN: 9788413570938

5. Muñoz Camacho, Eugenio et al.

Environmental Engineering

UNED. 2018.

ISBN: 9788436273816

6. Ramos Carpio, M. A.

Oil Refining, Natural Gas and Petrochemicals

Madrid: Fundación Fomento de la Innovación Industrial, 1. 1997.

ISBN: 8460567559

7. Vian Ortuño, Ángel

An Introduction to Industrial Chemistry

Barcelona [etc.]: Reverté, 1999. 1999.

ISBN: 842917933X

Supplementary:

8. Ozcan Konur

Bioenergy and Biofuels

CRC Press. 2018.

ISBN: 9781138032811

9. Perry

The Chemical Engineer’s Handbook

7th ed. Madrid [etc.]: McGraw-Hill, 2001. 2001.

ISBN: 8448130081

10. Robert A. Meyers

Handbook of Petroleum Refining Processes

McGraw-Hill. 2003.

ISBN: 0071391096

11. Walter H. Duda

Cement. Technical Manual

Editores Técnicos Asociados, S.A. 2003.

ISBN: 8471460955

Objectives

This module introduces the principles of industrial electronic and automation systems, with the aim of equipping students with the skills to design and develop electronic and industrial automation systems.

Prerequisites

No prerequisites have been set.

Learning Outcomes

A7 Ability to design electronic and industrial instrumentation systems.

A8 Ability to design and develop automated production systems and advanced process control systems.

Learning outcomes

LA1 Can design industrial electronic systems.

LR2 Can design, use and integrate industrial instrumentation systems.

LA3 Can carry out the automation of production systems.

LA4 Understands and is able to design and integrate advanced process control systems.

Course content

Electronic instrumentation. Sensors. Industrial automation.

Detailed description:

1. Industrial instrumentation systems

- Microprocessor-based systems.

- Analogue electronic systems (amplifiers in instrumentation; filters; analogue signal measurement).

- Digital electronic systems (signal sampling, AD and DA converters, basic signal processing).

- Sensors and signal conditioning circuits.

- Data acquisition cards and communication buses.

- Application of microprocessors to instrumentation.

2. Modelling and analysis of systems using state variables.

- State observers.

- State feedback control.

3. Programmable logic controllers: application in automated production systems.

4. Design of systems based on continuous engineering.

- Basic design parameters based on continuous engineering.

- Specialisation in design techniques based on continuous engineering.

5. New trends and technologies:

- Fundamentals and industrial applications of the IoT.

- Introduction to Industry 4.0.

- Python: data analysis.

Teaching activities

A1 Classroom-based presentation of concepts relating to the topics covered in each module and problem-solving exercises designed to help students understand how to tackle these topics, as well as other face-to-face group sessions such as discussion classes, group work, etc.

A2 Laboratory activities of increasing difficulty, enabling students to gradually develop the ability to solve problems independently.

A3 Carrying out projects in small groups.

A4 Independent study, report writing, practical work, etc., carried out by individual students or groups of students.

A5 Assessment tests.

Assessment system and criteria

The assessment systems used to verify and evaluate students’ acquisition of competences can be categorised into three types:

- E1: Written assessments throughout the semester, to assess the technical skills associated with the module acquired through students’ individual study.

- E2: Reports on laboratory practical work to verify the acquisition of the skills developed.

- E3: Problem-solving, completing assignments, drafting reports, and presenting and defending case studies or projects (either individually or in small groups).

REGULAR EXAMINATION PERIOD

Continuous assessment consists of two mid-term exams, laboratory practicals and assignments to be specified by the lecturer. The student’s final mark will be calculated using the following weightings:

- First mid-term exam 25%

- Second mid-term exam 25%

- Laboratory work 20%

- Assignments 30%

To pass the module in the current academic year, students must have completed each and every one of the assessment activities described, and their weighted average mark must be 5 out of 10 or higher.

Students who do not pass the course may sit the final exam in the ordinary examination period for whichever mid-term exams they wish, replacing the mark obtained in the initial mid-term exam (whatever that may be). Marks for the various case studies cannot be retaken in the final exam during the ordinary examination period.

EXTRAORDINARY EXAMINATION SESSION

Students who have not passed the module during the ordinary examination period will sit the extraordinary examination, which will cover the entire module and may include theoretical and/or practical exercises. The mark obtained in this examination will constitute 100 per cent of the student’s final mark for this examination period.

Bibliography

Essential:

1. Al-Hadithi, Basil M.

Analysis and Design of Discrete Control Systems

Vision Net Publishers. 2006.

ISBN: 8498214890

2. Al-Hadithi, Basil M.

Discrete Control Systems: A Practical Approach

Vision Net Publishers. 2007.

ISBN: 9788498218725

3. Ogata, Katsuhiko

Modern Control Engineering / Katsuhiko Ogata

Pearson-Prentice-Hall, 2009.

ISBN: 8420536784

Supplementary:

4.- C. A. Smith and A. Corripio

Principles and Practice of Automatic Process Control

John Wiley. 2005.

ISBN: 471431907

5.- J.A. Somolinos, R. Morales, E. Tremps.

Fundamentals of Control Engineering

Ramón Areces University Press. 2013.

ISBN: 978-84-9961-1

6. K. J. Aström and R. M. Murray

Feedback Systems: An Introduction for Scientists and Engineers

Princeton University Press. 2011.

ISBN: 978-069113576

7. Miguel A. Pérez García

Electronic Instrumentation

Paraninfo. 2014.

ISBN: 9788428337021

8. Ogata, Katsuhiko

Discrete-Time Control Systems

2nd ed. Prentice Hall. 1996.

ISBN: 9688805394

9. Richard S. Figliola

Theory and Design for Mechanical Measurements

John Wiley. 1995.

ISBN: 978-111888127

10. Tattamangam R. Padmanabham

Industrial instrumentation: Principles and Design

Springer. 2000.

ISBN: 978-1-4471-04

Objectives

The course is divided into two modules:

Manufacturing technology: covering manufacturing systems (assembly and production lines) and automation (CIM, MRP, JIT).

Machine Technology: focused on the design and optimisation of mechanical components and machines, taking into account the geometry and behaviour of materials under various types of stress (static and dynamic). It also includes the study of other functional elements. Vibration analysis in machinery (single-degree-of-freedom (GDL) systems and linear g-GDL systems)

Prerequisites

No prerequisites have been established

Competencies

A2 Knowledge and ability to plan, calculate and design integrated manufacturing systems.

A3 Ability to design and test machines.

Learning outcomes

RA1 Is able to calculate, design and plan integrated manufacturing systems.

LR2 Is able to design machines and is familiar with the techniques and methods used in their testing.

Course content

Design and sizing of machine components. Machine testing. Manufacturing and assembly lines. Vibration analysis in machines. Integrated manufacturing systems. Flexible manufacturing.

Teaching activities

A1 Classroom-based presentation of concepts related to the topics comprising each subject and problem-solving exercises that enable students to understand how to tackle these topics, as well as other face-to-face group sessions such as discussion classes, group work, etc.

A2 Laboratory activities of increasing difficulty, enabling students to gradually develop the ability to solve problems independently.

A3 Carrying out work in small groups.

A4 Independent study, report writing, practical work, etc., carried out by individual students or groups of students.

A5 Assessment tests.

Assessment system and criteria

The assessment systems used to verify and evaluate students’ acquisition of competences can be categorised into three types:

- E1: Written assessments throughout the semester, to assess the technical skills associated with the module acquired through students’ individual study.

- E2: Reports on laboratory practical work to verify the acquisition of the skills developed.

- E3: Problem-solving, completing assignments, drafting reports, and presenting and defending case studies or projects (either individually or in small groups).

Assessment criteria

Continuous assessment mark for the course (divided into four parts):

1 Machine Technology (fatigue):

- Mid-term 1: 25% of the final mark (statics) (may be substituted by an assignment)

- Mid-term 2: 30% of the final mark (dynamics and other topics)

2 Mechanical Engineering (Vibrations):

- Mid-term 3: 15% of the final mark

3 Manufacturing Technology:

- Mid-term 4 – test: 18% of the final mark

- Mid-term 5 – Assignment: 7% of the final mark

4 Work experience: 5% (work experience reports)

Please note:

- Minimum mark for continuous assessment components: 3 marks (a mark below 3 will not be included in the average mark)

- Components passed in the ordinary examination session (manufacturing, machinery, vibrations and practicals) will be recognised

- Components are not recognised for the supplementary examination session.

Bibliography

Core:

1.- Espinosa Escudero, Mª del Mar

Introduction to Manufacturing Processes

Madrid: National University of Distance Education. 2000.

ISBN: 8436241398

2. Mikell P. Groover

Fundamentals of Modern Engineering

McGraw-Hill.

ISBN: 970106240X

Supplementary:

3.- Besa Gonzálvez, A.J. et al.

Machine Components: High-Cycle Fatigue: Problems and

Madrid: Pearson Educación, 2003. 2003.

ISBN: 8420539074

4.- Decker, Karl-Heinz

Elements of Machinery

Bilbao: Urmo, 1980. 1980.

ISBN: 8431403403

5. Juvinall, Robert C.

Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering Design

Mexico [etc.]: Limusa Noriega, 1999. 1999.

ISBN: 968183836X

6. Mott, Robert L.

Design of Machine Elements

Mexico [etc.]: Prentice Hall Hispanoamericana, 19.

ISBN: 9688805750

7. Norton, Robert

Machine Design

Mexico: Prentice Hall Hispanoamericana, 1999. 1999.

ISBN: 9701702573

8. Norton, Robert L.

Machinery Design: An Introduction to Synthesis and

Mexico: McGraw-Hill, 1995. 1995.

ISBN: 007047799X

9. Pedrero Moya, José Ignacio

Machine Design Problems

Madrid: UNED, 1999. 1999.

ISBN: 8436239741

10. Pedrero Moya, José Ignacio

Machine Technology, Volume I: Fundamentals, Shafts, Couplings

Madrid: UNED. 2005.

ISBN: 8436251253

11. Spotts, M.F.

Elements of Machinery

7th ed. Mexico [etc.]: Prentice Hall, 1999. 1999.

ISBN: 9701702522

Others:

12.- Faires, Virgil Moring

Design Problems in Machine Elements

2nd ed. Barcelona: Montaner y Simón, 1980. 1980.

ISBN: 8427404824

13.- Kalpakjian, Serope

Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology

Mexico: Pearson Educación de México, 2002. 2002.

ISBN: 9702601371

14. Neale, Michael J.

The Tribology Handbook

2nd ed. Oxford: Butterworth Heinemann, 1995. 1995.

ISBN: 0750611987

15. Sánchez Valdés, Saúl

Injection Moulding of Thermoplastics

Mexico City: Limusa Noriega, 2001. 2001.

ISBN: 968185581X

16. Shigley, Joseph E.

Standard Handbook of Machine Design

2nd ed. New York: McGraw Hill, 1996. 1996.

ISBN: 0070569584

Objectives

Students will be introduced to the materials and equipment commonly used in the various types of installations, as well as the current regulations applicable to each of the installations covered. The appropriate calculation methods for each type of installation will be introduced, and students will carry out practical exercises with the help of the tutor.

Prerequisites

No prerequisites have been set.

Competencies

C4 Knowledge and skills for planning and designing electrical and fluid systems, lighting, air conditioning and ventilation, energy saving and efficiency, acoustics, communications, home automation and smart buildings, and security systems.

Learning Outcomes

LA1 Is able to plan electrical and lighting installations.

LA2 Is able to plan fluid, air-conditioning and ventilation systems.

LR3 Has a thorough understanding of the principles of energy saving and efficiency and applies them to the design of systems.

LA4 Designs communications and home automation systems

LA5 Can design systems for smart buildings, as well as security systems.

RA6 Designs installations that comply with the acoustic criteria set out in current regulations.

Course content

Design and calculation of electrical and lighting installations. Design and calculation of fluid, air-conditioning and ventilation installations. Energy saving and efficiency. Acoustics. Communications and home automation installations. Security installations.

Learning activities

1) Classroom-based presentation of concepts relating to the topics covered in each subject and problem-solving exercises to enable students to understand how to tackle them, as well as other face-to-face group sessions such as discussion classes, group discussions, etc.

A1 Classroom-based presentation of concepts relating to the subjects comprising each module and problem-solving exercises designed to help students understand how to tackle them, as well as other face-to-face group sessions such as discussion classes, group discussions, etc.

A2 Laboratory activities of increasing difficulty, enabling students to gradually develop the ability to solve problems independently.

A3 Carrying out work in small groups.

A4 Independent study, report writing, practical work, etc., carried out by individual students or groups of students.

A5 Assessment tests.

Assessment system and criteria

The assessment systems used to verify and evaluate students’ acquisition of competences can be categorised into three types:

- E1: Written assessments throughout the semester, to assess the technical skills associated with the module acquired through students’ individual study.

- E2: Reports on laboratory practical work to verify the acquisition of the skills developed.

- E3: Problem-solving, completing assignments, drafting reports, and presenting and defending case studies or projects (either individually or in small groups).

Assessment criteria.

REGULAR EXAM SESSION

The module is divided into four blocks, each accounting for 25 per cent of the final mark.

Each block will be assessed according to the following criteria:

- Mid-term exam (12.5% weighting)

- Practical case study (12.5%)

To pass the module in the current academic year, students must have completed each and every one of the assessment activities described in the four modules, and the weighted average of the marks obtained must be 5 out of 10 or higher.

Students who do not pass the module in the current academic year may sit the final exam during the ordinary examination period for the theoretical exams of the modules of their choice, replacing the mark obtained with the new one (whatever that may be). Grades for the various case studies cannot be retaken in the final exam during the ordinary examination period.

EXTRAORDINARY EXAMINATION SESSION

Students who have not passed the module during the ordinary examination period must sit the extraordinary examination, which will cover the entire module and may include theoretical and/or practical exercises. The mark obtained in this examination will constitute 100 per cent of the student’s final mark for this examination period.

Bibliography

Essential:

1.- A. J. Conejo.

Electrical Installations.

McGraw-Hill. 2007.

ISBN: 9788448156398

2. Franco Martín Sánchez

New Handbook of Plumbing, Sanitation and Heating Installations.

AMV Ediciones. 2007.

ISBN: 9788496709089

3. MARTIN SANCHEZ, FRANCO

PRACTICAL MANUAL ON LIGHTING

A. Madrid Vicente. 2005.

ISBN: 9788487440106

4. Ministry for Ecological Transition.

Regulations on heating systems in buildings.

Ministry for Ecological Transition.. 2007.

ISBN: 9788426733313

Supplementary:

5.- Antonio Crespo.

Fluid Mechanics

Ediciones Paraninfo, S.A.; 1st edition (17 April 2006). 2006.

ISBN: 978-849732292

6. AURELIO HERNANDEZ MUÑOZ, AURELIO HERNANDEZ LEHMANN

URALITA SANITATION MANUAL: QUALITY SYSTEMS IN WATER SANITATION

PARANINFO. 2003.

ISBN: 9788428328715

7.- Shan K. Wang (Author)

Handbook of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (MECHANICAL ENGINEERING)

McGraw Hill; 2nd edition. 2000.

ISBN: 978-007068167

Objectives

The module provides an overview of transport and its modes. It covers the standard handling equipment used in the industry.

Prerequisites

No prerequisites have been set

Learning Outcomes

C5 Knowledge of methods and techniques used in industrial transport and material handling.

Learning outcomes

LA1 Understands and applies the methods and techniques of industrial transport and material handling.

Course content

Modes of transport. Vertical transport. Cranes. Lifts and goods lifts. Industrial material handling.

See timetable.

Learning activities

A1 Classroom-based presentation of concepts relating to the topics covered in each subject and problem-solving exercises to enable students to understand how to tackle them, as well as other face-to-face group sessions such as discussion classes, group work, etc.

A3 Carrying out work in small groups.

A4 Independent study, report writing, practical work, etc., carried out by individual students or groups of students.

A5 Assessment tests.

Assessment system and criteria

The assessment systems used to verify and evaluate students’ acquisition of competences can be categorised into three types:

- E1: Written assessments throughout the semester, to assess the technical skills associated with the module acquired through students’ individual study.

- E2: Reports on laboratory practical work to verify the acquisition of the skills developed.

- E3: Problem-solving, completing assignments, drafting reports, and presenting and defending case studies or projects (either individually or in small groups).

REGULAR EXAMINATION PERIOD

In the ordinary assessment period, students may pass the module if the weighted average of the marks for the two theoretical assessments and the mark obtained for the presentation of an assignment is 5 out of 10 or higher. The weightings for these assessments are shown below:

 Mid-term 1 40%

 Mid-term exam II 40%

 Project 20%

To pass the module through continuous assessment, students must have sat both theory exams and submitted the project. In any other case, the final mark for continuous assessment will be ‘NP’.

If a student fails the module through continuous assessment, they will have the option of sitting a final exam covering the entire theoretical component on the date set for the ordinary examination session; this will account for 80% of the mark, provided that the assignment has been submitted.

SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMINATION SESSION

If a student fails the module in the ordinary examination session, they will sit an extraordinary examination, which will account for 100% of the mark and may include, in addition to questions relating to the tests mentioned above, questions relating to the assignments submitted by their fellow students.

Bibliography

Core:

1. A. Miravete

Transport in Industrial Engineering: Problems and Practices

University of Zaragoza. 1998.

ISBN: 9788492134953

2. A. Miravete and E. Larrodé

Transport systems in industrial engineering

University of Zaragoza. 2002.

ISBN: 9788492134960

3. Agustín López Roa

Conveyor belts

CIE. 2002.

ISBN: 8495312999

4. Antonio Miravete

The Book of Vertical Transport

Reverté. 1996.

ISBN: 9788492134922

Further reading:

5.- David E. Mulcahy

Handbook of Materials Handling

McGraw-Hill. 1999.

ISBN: 007044014X

6. Howard I. Shapiro

Cranes and Derricks

McGraw-Hill. 2000.

ISBN: 0070564221

Objectives

To equip students with methods and techniques relating to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), Fire Safety (FS) in industrial facilities, Explosive Atmospheres (ATEX), concepts of Nuclear Safety (NS), and the prevention of human error. In general, methods and techniques for the inspection and monitoring of facilities

Prerequisites

No prerequisites have been set

Competencies

C4 Knowledge and skills to plan and design electrical and fluid systems, lighting, air conditioning and ventilation, energy saving and efficiency, acoustics, communications, home automation, smart buildings and security systems.

C6 Knowledge and skills to carry out verification and inspection of installations, processes and products.

C7 Knowledge and skills to carry out certifications, audits, verifications, tests and reports.

Learning outcomes

LA1 Can design installations for smart buildings, as well as security installations.

LA2 Can design, evaluate and apply methods for the verification and control of installations, processes and products.

LA3 Can issue reports and certifications, as well as carry out audits, verifications and tests.

Course content

Methods and techniques for the verification and control of installations, processes and products. Testing procedures. Preparation of certifications, verifications and reports. Legal framework for certifications, verifications and reports.

Learning activities

A1 Classroom-based presentation of concepts relating to the topics comprising each subject and problem-solving exercises enabling students to understand how to tackle these topics, as well as other face-to-face group sessions such as discussion classes, group discussions, etc.

A2 Laboratory activities of increasing difficulty, enabling students to gradually develop the ability to solve problems independently.

A3 Carrying out work in small groups.

A4 Independent study, report writing, practical work, etc., carried out by individual students or groups of students.

A5 Assessment tests.

Assessment system and criteria

The assessment systems used to verify and evaluate students’ acquisition of competences can be categorised into three types:

- E1: Written assessments throughout the semester, to assess the technical skills associated with the module acquired through students’ individual study.

- E3: Problem-solving, completing assignments, preparing reports, and presenting and defending case studies or projects (individually or in small groups).

The course’s assessment system is set out below:

 Mid-term exam 1: 35%

 Mid-term exam 2: 35%

 Project: 30%

Students who achieve a weighted mark of five points or higher pass the course for that academic year. Otherwise, they must sit the ordinary examination session, during which they may sit the mid-term exams for which they wish to improve their mark.

If a student does not pass the course in the ordinary examination session, they may sit the comprehensive examination in the supplementary session, the mark for which will count as 100% of the final mark and which will cover the entire syllabus (no marks from mid-term exams and/or other components will be carried over to this examination).

Bibliography

Essential:

1. César Ramírez Cavassa.

Industrial Safety and its Management.

Alfaomega. 1991.

ISBN: 968-6223-23-1

2. César Ramírez Cavassa.

Industrial Safety: An Industrial Approach.

Mexico: Limusa. 2000.

ISBN: 968-18-3856-4

3. María I. Cubillo Sagüés.

Energy Efficiency Management in the Industrial Sector

‎ AENOR; 1st edition (17 December 2020). 2020.

ISBN: 978-841789109

Supplementary:

4.- JOSE ANTONIO NEIRA RODRIGUEZ

FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS

FUND. CONFEMETAL. 2008.

ISBN: 9788496743519

Objectives

To familiarise students with areas of the business other than Operations Management, such as: Strategic Management through game theory, Sales Management, Human Resources Management and Financial Management, from a highly practical perspective with direct application in the workplace

Prerequisites

No prerequisites have been set

Competencies

B1 Knowledge and skills in organising and managing organisations

B2 Knowledge and skills in strategy and planning applied to different organisational structures.

B3 Knowledge of commercial and employment law.

B4 Knowledge of financial and cost accounting.

B5 Knowledge of management information systems, industrial organisation, production systems and logistics, and quality management systems.

B6 Skills in work organisation and human resources management. Knowledge of occupational health and safety.

Learning outcomes

LA1 Can carry out management tasks within a company.

LA2 Understands and can implement the various organisational structures within companies.

LA3 Plays an active role in strategic decision-making within the organisation.

LA4 Is able to plan organisational structures.

LA5 Understands and applies the legal framework governing labour and commercial relations.

RA6 Is able to interpret, analyse and extract information from financial and cost accounting.

RA7 Understands and is able to develop management information systems.

RA8 Is capable of carrying out human resources management. Furthermore, is familiar with and uses methods for organising work.

Course content

- Introduction to Business Administration

- Strategic Management

- Sales Management

- Human Resources Management

- Financial Management

Teaching Activities

A1 Classroom-based presentation of concepts relating to the topics covered in each subject and problem-solving exercises designed to enable students to understand how to tackle these topics, as well as other face-to-face group sessions such as discussion classes, group work, etc.

A2 Laboratory activities of increasing difficulty, enabling students to gradually develop the ability to solve problems independently.

A3 Project work in small groups.

A4 Independent study, report writing, practical work, etc., carried out by individual students or groups of students.

A5 Assessment tests.

Assessment system and criteria

The assessment systems used to verify and evaluate students’ acquisition of competences can be categorised into three types:

- E1: Written assessments throughout the semester, to assess the technical skills associated with the module acquired through students’ individual study.

- E3: Problem-solving, completing assignments, preparing reports, and presenting and defending case studies or projects (individually or in small groups).

The course’s assessment system is set out below:

 First mid-term exam: 40%

 Second mid-term exam: 40%

 Project + presentation (in groups): 20%

The weighted average mark for the above assessments must be 5 points or higher to pass the module. Furthermore, a minimum mark of 3 points (out of 10) must be achieved in each mid-term exam. If this minimum is not achieved in any of the mid-term exams, the student must sit the ordinary final exam and, if necessary, the resit.

Both the ordinary final exam and the resit will cover the entire syllabus; previously passed sections or mid-term exams will not be carried over.

Bibliography

Core:

1. Richard Brealey, Stewart Myers and Franklin Allen

Principles of Corporate Finance

McGraw-Hill. 2020.

ISBN: 1260565556

Supplementary:

2.- DOMINGUEZ MACHUCA, J.A.

Operations Management: Strategic Aspects of Production and Services

McGraw-Hill, Madrid. 1995.

ISBN: 8448118480

3.- JOSE LUIS MUNUERA ALEMAN

STRATEGIC MARKETING: THEORY AND CASE STUDIES

Pirámide. 1998.

ISBN: 9788436811117

4. Lipsey, Richard G.

An Introduction to Positive Economics

Vicens Vives. 1993.

ISBN: 8431629231

5. María Iborra, Ángels Dasí, Consuelo Dolz, Carmen Ferrer

FUNDAMENTALS OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

PARANINFO PUBLISHERS. 2006.

ISBN: ISBN 97884973

6. P. Kotler and G. Armstrong

Principles of Marketing

Pearson-Prentice Hall. 2008.

ISBN: 9788483224465

7. Petra Mateos

Management and Objectives of the Modern Company

Ramón Areces. 1998.

ISBN: ISBN 97884800

Objectives

Integrated Project Management (IPM) involves the efficient management of projects using management tools and models that enable a project’s objectives to be achieved, whilst taking into account criteria relating to time, cost, risk and quality.

Prerequisites

No prerequisites have been set.

Competencies

B6 Abilities in work organisation and human resources management. Knowledge of occupational health and safety.

B7 Knowledge and skills in integrated project management.

Learning outcomes

LA1 Possesses the skills and knowledge required for integrated project management.

LR2 Understands and applies legislation on occupational health and safety. Is able to carry out activities within the framework of risk prevention: risk assessment, risk prevention management, etc.

Course content

Integrated project management. Tools to support project leadership and management. Tools to support decision-making.

Description by thematic blocks:

1. Fundamentals of project management: Introduction to project management. Key concepts. Project life cycle. Project management processes: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and control, and closure.

2. Project Integration Management: Project launch, the project plan and its development.

3. Scope management: Scope definition, scope planning, scope control and verification.

4. Time and Cost Management: Definition of activities, dependencies, estimation of activity durations, scheduling techniques. Cost estimation, resources, levelling, budgeting, monitoring.

5. Risk management: Risk identification; qualitative and quantitative risk analysis; alternatives and contingency plans.

6. Human resources and procurement management.

7. Quality management systems. Project Quality Plan. Verification, control and auditing of industrial projects.

8. Agile methodologies in project management: Origins and principles.

9. Agile methodologies and artefacts: Kanban. Scrum.

10. Agile team roles.

11. Tools to support project leadership and management. Planner, Trello, Mural.

12. Other tools: Asana, Microsoft Project.

13. Tools to aid decision-making: SWOT analysis, decision tree, Pareto analysis.

14. Other decision-making tools: The 5 Whys technique. Cause-and-effect diagram.

Training activities

A1 Classroom-based presentation of concepts relating to the topics covered in each subject and problem-solving exercises designed to help students understand how to tackle these topics, as well as other face-to-face group sessions such as discussion classes, group discussions, etc.

A2 Laboratory activities of increasing difficulty, enabling students to gradually develop the ability to solve problems independently.

A3 Carrying out work in small groups.

A4 Independent study, report writing, practical work, etc., carried out by individual students or groups of students.

A5 Assessment tests.

Assessment system and criteria

The assessment systems used to verify and evaluate students’ acquisition of competences can be categorised into three types:

- E1: Written assessments throughout the semester, to assess the technical skills associated with the module acquired through students’ individual study.

- E2: Reports on laboratory practical work to verify the acquisition of the skills developed.

- E3: Problem-solving, completing assignments, drafting reports, and presenting and defending case studies or projects (either individually or in small groups).

The course assessment system is set out below:

 E1: 40%

 E2: 20%

 E3: 40%

REGULAR EXAM SESSION

If a student fails to pass the module in the ordinary examination session, they will sit a supplementary examination, which will account for 100% of the mark.

SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMINATION

If a student fails the module in the ordinary examination session, they will sit a supplementary examination which will count for 100% of the mark.

Timetable

Click on this link to view the detailed timetable in Excel

Bibliography

Core:

1. Heagney, J.

Fundamentals of Project Management

Amacom. 2016.

ISBN: 0814437362

2. Josh Wright

Project Management: The Complete Guide to Agile Project Management, Lean Analytics, Scrum, Kanban,

Josh Wright. 2021.

ISBN: 1914042492

3. Kerzner, H.

Project Management: A Systems Approach to Planning, Scheduling, and Controlling.

John Wiley. 2017.

ISBN: 1119165350

4. Project Management Institute

A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)

Project Management Institute. 2017.

ISBN: 9781628251845

Supplementary:

5.- 12. Hidalgo A, León G, Pavón J.

Innovation and technology management in organisations

Pirámide. 2002.

ISBN: 8436817028

6. AENOR

AENOR Standard UNE-ISO 157.001:2014

AENOR. 2014.

7. AENOR

AENOR Standard UNE-ISO 21.500:2013

AENOR. 2013.

8. Vértice Emprende Foundation

Project management. Business management and administration

Vértice Emprende Foundation. 2007.

ISBN: 8492533005

9. Lasa, C., Álvarez, A., de las Heras, R.

Agile Methods: Scrum, Kanban, Lean.

Anaya Multimedia. 2017.

ISBN: 9788441538887

10. R. WYSOCKI, R. Beck, D. B. Crane et al.

Effective Project Management

Wiley. 2000.

ISBN: 471360287

11. Robert K. Wysocki

Effective Project Management: Traditional, Agile, Extreme, Hybrid

 John Wiley. 2019.

ISBN: 1119562805

12. Serer M.A.

Integrated Project Management

Edicions UPC. 2010.

ISBN: 9788476539309

Objectives

• To understand the strategic role of R&D&I in industrial companies and its integration with business planning and competitiveness.

• To become familiar with formal R&D&I management systems, particularly the UNE 166002:2021 standard, and their practical application in real-world settings.

• To acquire the skills to plan, manage and justify R&D&I projects, from their technical and economic conception through to their evaluation and closure.

• Apply advanced technological tools — AI, emerging technologies, low-code platforms — to the innovation process and project management.

• To identify sources of funding and opportunities for public-private collaboration, thereby promoting the transfer and commercialisation of results.

Prerequisites

No prerequisites have been established.

Competencies

B8 Ability to manage research, development and technological innovation.

Learning outcomes

LA1 Possesses the skills and knowledge required for the management of research, development and technological innovation.

Course description

Management of research, development and innovation in the industrial sector. Technical and strategic management of R&D&I projects, integration into business strategy, supporting technological tools and project funding. Practical application to the development of the Master’s Thesis (TFM).

Breakdown by topic:

TOPIC 1. Tools to support innovation

• Artificial Intelligence and prompting for engineers.

• Emerging technologies and technology radar.

• Low-code/no-code platforms for innovation management.

• Innovation lab and real-world applications.

TOPIC 2. R&D&I management in industry

• The concept and evolution of R&D&I within organisations.

• Innovation as a business process and competitive advantage.

• R&D&I management systems in accordance with UNE 166002:2021.

• Organisation, governance and a culture of innovation within the company.

TOPIC 3. R&D&I Projects

• Life cycle and phases of R&D&I projects.

• Technical and economic planning, milestones and indicators (TRL, KPI).

• Documentation, monitoring and evaluation of results.

• Practical application: the technical structure of the Master’s Thesis as an innovation project.

TOPIC 4. Funding and Transfer of R&D&I

• Public and private funding instruments (CDTI, Horizon Europe, AEIs).

• Public-private partnerships and consortia.

• Protection and exploitation of results: patents, spin-offs and licences.

• Strategies for the commercialisation and return on knowledge.

Teaching activities

A1 Classroom-based presentation of concepts related to the topics covered in each module and problem-solving exercises designed to help students understand how to tackle these topics, as well as other face-to-face group sessions such as discussion classes, group work, etc.

A2 Laboratory activities of increasing difficulty, enabling students to gradually acquire the ability to solve problems independently.

A3 Carrying out projects in small groups.

A4 Independent study, report writing, practical work, etc., carried out by individual students or groups of students.

A5 Assessment tests.

Assessment system and criteria

The assessment systems used to verify and evaluate students’ acquisition of competences can be categorised into three types:

- E1: Written assessments throughout the semester, to assess the technical skills associated with the module acquired through students’ individual study.

- E2: Reports on laboratory practical work to verify the acquisition of the skills developed.

- E3: Problem-solving, completing assignments, drafting reports, and presenting and defending case studies or projects (either individually or in small groups).

Assessment for this module will be based on the correct completion of the practical work and the satisfactory completion of the written test.

The practical will be carried out individually and will consist of drafting a proposal for an R&D&I project. The written examination will account for 70 per cent and the practical for 30 per cent of the final mark.

To pass the module, students must achieve a minimum of 5 marks in the weighted average of both activities. If a student fails the module in the assessments described above, they will sit a final examination during the ordinary examination period and, if necessary, the supplementary examination, which will cover the entire syllabus and account for 100 per cent of the final mark.

Timetable

Click on this link to view the detailed timetable in Excel

Bibliography

Core:

1. Marcial Pons

Management of R&D&I,

MC GRAW HILL. 2011.

ISBN: 9788481437256

2. Various authors.

R&D&I Management (UNE 166000:2006).

AENOR. 2007.

ISBN: 9788481435184

Supplementary:

3.- JUAN POUS DE LA FLOR

THE NEW PANAMA CANAL

INTECH. 2017.

ISBN: 978-953-3447-

4.- Lundvall, B.

Lundvall, B. Product Innovation and User-Producer Interaction. Industrial Development Research Series, 31.

EDWARD ELGAR. 2009.

ISBN: 9781847206091

5. Martin, Michael J.C.

Managing Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Technology-based Firms.

Wiley-IEEE. 2005.

ISBN: 978-0-471-572