OVERVIEW

The teaching unit presents the basic notions and concepts related to mathematical modelling and simulation of dynamic systems.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

This teaching unit aims to provide students with knowledge on the mathematical representation of complex systems across various application domains where multiple components interact on different time scales. The student will learn to use computer tools for simulating the behavior of these systems and for analyzing their performance.

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the lectures, students will acquire the capabilities of:

• Recognize the main methodologies for system modeling.
• Identify the most suitable modeling methodology for representing a given system.
• Identify the phases of a simulation project.
• Analyze the results obtained from a simulation.

PREREQUISITES

Students must have adequate knowledge of Systems Theory

TEACHING METHODS

The course consists of frontal lectures and group exercises, which may involve the use of specific software. The software tools used during the exercises will be communicated by the lecturer during the lectures. The organization and dates of the exercises will be communicated by the lecturer during the lessons.

Students with valid certifications for Specific Learning Disorders (SLD), disabilities, or other educational needs (working students or those unable to attend the lectures) are invited to contact the lecturer and the disability contact person for the Polytechnic School at the beginning of the lectures to agree on any teaching methods that, while respecting the learning objectives, take into account individual learning needs.

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

• Introduction to the classification of models for the representation of dynamic systems
• Basic concepts of discrete-time dynamic system modeling
• Basic concepts of the main properties of discrete-time dynamic systems
• Basic concepts of discrete event modeling
• Definition of the phases of a simulation project
• Examples of modeling and simulation on case studies

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

All slides used during lectures and other teaching materials will be available on Aulaweb. Generally, notes taken during lectures and the material on Aulaweb are sufficient for exam preparation. Lectures slides are in Italian, however the international students can ask the instructor for materials in English at the beginning of the lectures.

Students which cannot attend lectures can contact the lecturer to request any additional materials.

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

LESSONS

LESSONS START

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Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

The exam consists of the evaluation of a written text which will include open-ended questions to assess the level of understanding of topics covered during lectures.

The oral text is optional.

Students with with Specific Learning Disorders (SLD) will be allowed to use specific modalities and supports that will be determined on a case-by-case basis in agreement with the delegate of the Engineering courses in the Committee for the Inclusion of Students with Disabilities.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

During the exam the lecturer will evaluate the capabilities of the student in modeling and simulation of dynamic systems. Specifically, the evaluation will focus on:

• The ability to decide which modeling methodology is most appropriate for representing a system.
• The ability to evaluate the properties of a model.
• The ability to define a simulation project for a specific case study.

The following will also be assessed:

• Clarity, organization, and presentation of written assignments.
• Ability to process and analyze the results obtained in written assignments.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Ask the professor for other information not included in the teaching schedule .