OVERVIEW

The final exam consists in the writing of a thesis, elaborated by the student in an original way under the guidance of one or more supervisors, focused on in-depth activities on theoretical or applicative problems or on project development activities perfected in the context of a company internship or within the laboratory at departmental facilities. The final test consists in the presentation and discussion of a written thesis in front of a special commission, aimed at ascertaining the candidate's technical-scientific preparation.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The final examination aims to assess the student’s ability to independently address a technical problem in the field of chemical engineering, by applying the fundamental knowledge and methodological tools acquired during the academic program. The student is expected to demonstrate competence in collecting and analyzing technical data, in understanding and describing chemical processes and plants, as well as in drafting a clear, coherent, and comprehensive technical-scientific report. The oral defense of the thesis will also serve to evaluate the student’s communication skills and ability to present and justify technical decisions.

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

The activities included in the final examination will allow the student to:

• apply the basic knowledge acquired across key areas of chemical engineering (material and energy balances, thermodynamics, unit operations, reactors, process plants, etc.) to technical-scientific problems with a good degree of autonomy;
• develop skills in collecting and interpreting experimental and/or numerical data, in describing chemical processes and equipment, and in producing a clear and coherent technical-scientific report, supported by effective written and oral communication.

This experience will also strengthen transversal skills such as autonomous work organization, collaboration with academic or industrial supervisors, and critical use of bibliographic and technical sources.

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

The procedure for the final exam consists in the oral presentation of the degree thesis by the student to the Final Examination Commission, followed by the discussion of any questions raised by the members of the Commission. The teaching regulations of the degree course (art. 12) contain what is required for the final exam.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

The thesis must also reveal:

- ability to tackle complex problems with a multidisciplinary approach

- correct use of sources and bibliography;

- systematic and argumentative skills;

- clarity in exposition;

- design and experimental skills;

- critical skills.