IPLUSO 22083

Computer Tools

• ApresentaçãoPresentation

  The curricular unit Computer Tools aims to provide students with fundamental skills in productivity software (Word and Excel), structured programming in C/C++, and technical software for engineering projects (Fusion 360 Electronics and 2D/3D CAD). It is part of the 1st semester of the Higher Professional Technical Course in Automation and Robotics, giving students a solid foundation for the preparation of technical reports, data analysis, algorithm development, and the integration of digital and physical solutions. This curricular unit acts as a transversal support to other subjects of the programme, contributing to the acquisition of both technical and communication skills essential for the professional profile of the Automation and Robotics technician.
• ProgramaProgramme

  Productivity Tools Word: styles, indexes, headers, footers, equations and tables applied to engineering reports. Excel: formulas, charts, pivot tables and basic statistical analysis applied to experimental data and technical projects.   Programming in C/C++ Input/output structures. Operators and expressions. Decision structures and loops. Arrays and strings. Functions. Electronics and PCBs in Fusion 360 Introduction to electronic schematics. Best practices in circuit design. Development of simple PCBs. 2D and 3D Modelling in Fusion 360 Basic concepts of technical drawing. Modelling of cases for PCBs. Electronic-mechanical integration.
• ObjectivosObjectives

  At the end of the curricular unit, students should be able to: Produce technical reports in Word, applying advanced formatting (styles, indexes, equations, tables, captions). Organize, process, and represent data in Excel, using formulas, charts, and pivot tables. Program in C/C++, understanding the fundamentals of structured programming. Design electronic circuits and develop PCBs in Fusion 360 Electronics. Create 2D and 3D models in Fusion 360, applying technical drawing concepts. Integrate documentation, data, and design into a complete technical project workflow. Develop transversal skills in written and oral communication, teamwork, and digital information management.
• BibliografiaBibliography

  Kernighan, B. W., & Ritchie, D. M. (1988). The C programming language (2nd ed.). Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall. ISBN 978-0131103627 Walkenbach, J. (2013). Excel 2013 Bible. Indianapolis, IN: Wiley. ISBN 978-1118490409 Autodesk. (2023). Fusion 360 user guide. San Rafael, CA: Autodesk, Inc. Disponível em: Product Documentation | Autodesk Help  
• MetodologiaMethodology

  The curricular unit adopts innovative methodologies focused on active learning and the development of practical skills. A project-based learning approach is applied, where each phase of the semester corresponds to the development of an applied practical assignment. Professional software tools (Word, Excel, C/C++, Fusion 360) are used in realistic contexts, promoting the integration of digital tools into the teaching-learning process. Collaboration in pairs and the use of digital sharing platforms foster cooperative work and student autonomy.
• LínguaLanguage

  Português
• TipoType

  Semestral
• ECTS

  3
• NaturezaNature

  Mandatory
• EstágioInternship

  Não