Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering for Design and Production

The Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering for Design and Production is a two-year course of the Department of Industrial Engineering of the University of Naples Federico II. It is worth 120 credits, rising to 126 for those who choose the optional Minor in Applied Machine Learning, with 6 additional credits. It integrates mechanical design, manufacturing technologies and industrial management. Mechanical engineering is a broad discipline, and the course concentrates on design and production. It addresses mechanical design and manufacturing technologies and links them to industrial management, with attention to advanced IT tools and to technical-scientific communication, which is important for working in teams and with clients.

The course takes place in person in Naples. It includes advanced software modules and technical-scientific communication. The language is Italian, with technical English components. Price and start date are not stated; the page does not highlight internships and notes limited structured placement activities. The optional Minor in Applied Machine Learning, worth 6 credits, brings the total to 126 credits and makes it possible to acquire machine learning skills, increasingly in demand in the mechanical industry too. The page notes that placement activities and structured partnerships are limited, so those looking for internships should find out about the opportunities available.

The aim is to train highly qualified mechanical engineers, able to work in design, in the development of mechanisms, in the management of industrial plants and in workplace safety. The career opportunities are manufacturing companies, engineering firms and design studios, as well as access to doctorates and second-level masters. The career opportunities include manufacturing companies, engineering firms and design studios, as well as access to doctorates and second-level masters. The profile is that of an engineer able to design mechanisms, manage plants and deal with workplace safety. Admission requires a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields. Before applying it is advisable to compare this information with that published on the university's official website, which may be more up to date than the page. It is also advisable to contact the department's teaching office to clarify any doubts about attendance, lesson calendar, assessment methods and organisation of the final exam. Those who work should carefully assess the commitment required, in terms of weekly hours and attendance, to understand whether the programme is compatible with other professional or personal commitments. It may also be useful to ask whether information sessions or orientation days are held, in which lecturers present the course and answer candidates' questions.