Smart Systems and Applied Information Technology
Study programme title in Est.
Arukad süsteemid ja rakendusinfotehnoloogia
Study programme title in Engl.
Smart Systems and Applied Information Technology
TalTech study programme code
EDTR17
MER study programme code
175357
Study programme version code
EDTR17/25
Faculty / college
E - School of Engineering
Head of study programme/study programme manager
Žanna Gratšjova, Kädi Veeroja
Language of instruction
Estonian
Study level
Applied higher education study
ECTS credits
210
Self-paid study programme
no
Nominal study period
7 semesters
Study programme group
Informatics and Information Technology
Broad area of study
Information and Communication Technologies
Study field
Information and Communication Technologies
Curriculum group
Software and applications development and analysis
Granting the right to conduct studies in the study programme group
õppe läbiviimise õigus
Validity date of the right to conduct studies in the study programme group
tähtajatu
No. of the decision granting the right to teach in the study programme group
112
Access conditions
Secondary education or corresponding qualification in accordance with admission requirements of TalTech.
Study programme aims and objectives
The aim of the study program is to prepare professionals who
have broad-based knowledge of information technology and receive adequate practical and theoretical education to create and apply industrial software as well as systems and smart systems in applied engineering.
The graduate will receive adequate practical and theoretical education to continue their studies at the ICT master's level.
The study program combines the field of telematics, protsesses automation and cyber-physical systems field. The aim of Telematics software special program is to give professional skills in work with operational systems and computer networks. Provide opportunities for gaining experience in design and development of all types of networks. To get an overview of the modern data communication technologies and networks security providing.Cyber-Physical Systems special program provides systematic base education for engineering networked systems integrating artificial-, human-, and nature systems - cyber-physical systems engineering. The graduate has professional skills necessary to work in the area of application and development of cyber-physical systems in companies, organizations and institutions and has the willingness to further develop his or her professional skills. The aim of Protsesses automation special programm is to train protsesses (industrial) automation specialists, who aim for perfection and possess a developed engineer's perception, who occupy positions as an automation engineer in the manufacturing, procurement or service sector enterprises (transport, construction, security systems). Show more...
have broad-based knowledge of information technology and receive adequate practical and theoretical education to create and apply industrial software as well as systems and smart systems in applied engineering.
The graduate will receive adequate practical and theoretical education to continue their studies at the ICT master's level.
The study program combines the field of telematics, protsesses automation and cyber-physical systems field. The aim of Telematics software special program is to give professional skills in work with operational systems and computer networks. Provide opportunities for gaining experience in design and development of all types of networks. To get an overview of the modern data communication technologies and networks security providing.Cyber-Physical Systems special program provides systematic base education for engineering networked systems integrating artificial-, human-, and nature systems - cyber-physical systems engineering. The graduate has professional skills necessary to work in the area of application and development of cyber-physical systems in companies, organizations and institutions and has the willingness to further develop his or her professional skills. The aim of Protsesses automation special programm is to train protsesses (industrial) automation specialists, who aim for perfection and possess a developed engineer's perception, who occupy positions as an automation engineer in the manufacturing, procurement or service sector enterprises (transport, construction, security systems). Show more...
Learning outcomes of the study programme
The program graduate:
- has a systematic overview of the basic concepts and theoretical principles of smart systems' software,
cyber-physical systems and automation of processes as well as on the basis of natural-, exact-, social- and economics sciences with the content and extent necessary for attaining the basics of specialty knowledge;
- is familiar with the current problems, applications and development trends of their major and can assess the role of their professional activity and its consequences for the society;
- is able to make independent decisions within the limits of their competence;
- is able to apply the acquired knowledge and skills in their work and continuously update their expertise. Show more...
- has a systematic overview of the basic concepts and theoretical principles of smart systems' software,
cyber-physical systems and automation of processes as well as on the basis of natural-, exact-, social- and economics sciences with the content and extent necessary for attaining the basics of specialty knowledge;
- is familiar with the current problems, applications and development trends of their major and can assess the role of their professional activity and its consequences for the society;
- is able to make independent decisions within the limits of their competence;
- is able to apply the acquired knowledge and skills in their work and continuously update their expertise. Show more...
Graduation requirements
Completing the required volume of studies and successfully defending one's thesis according to the rules established by the Senate of TalTech.
Degrees conferred
Bachelor of Science in Engineering
Study programme version structure :
Module type
total ECTS credits
General studies
30.0
Core studies
54.0
Special studies
111.0
Free choice courses
6.0
Graduation thesis
9.0
Total
210.0
- +MAIN SPECIALITY 2: Cyber-Physical Systems
- +MODULE: Green and Digital Skills General Studies Joint Module 30.0 ECTS credits (General studies)AimsThe purpose of the module is to:
- support student's handling and development in digital skills;
- acquire English language skills at Level B2;
- form systematic notion of entrepreneurship;
- provide an overview of green technologies and making greener choices in various fields. Show more...Learning outcomesAfter completing the module, a student:
- applies ICT aids in his activities;
- possesses professional English language skills at B2 level;
- understands various green technologies and their application areas, and evaluates their impact on the environment and society;
- gives meaning to his role in business environment. Show more...Compulsory courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: 24.0 ECTS creditsElective courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: at least 6.0 ECTS credits - +MODULE: Cyber-Physical Systems Basic Studies Module 54.0 ECTS credits (Core studies)AimsThe aim of this module is to:
- create opportunities for acquiring knowledge of exact sciences specialized knowledge acquiring;
- develop student's technical competence: to create opportunities for acquiring knowledge of up-to-date data transmission aids, systems and methods; modern communication aids as well as communication and computer networks means using;
- create opportunities for acquiring knowledge of data structures;
- develop programming skills to create smart systems applications and digital solutions;
- create opportunities for acquiring knowledge of Boolean logic functions and principles of computer hardware functioning. Show more...Learning outcomesAfter completing the module, a student:
- knows basic principles, connections and methods of differential and integral calculations with a single variable;
- can solve linear systems of equations;
- knows the main principles of arrays and vector space theory;
- can design and administrate computer networks on the basis of the present operational systems with the help of communication aids;
- knows modern data transmission methods and is able to apply them when working with computer networks;
- knows data structures;
- acquires basic programming knowledge and programming techniques for creating and reprogramming various smart systems;
- student knows basic principles and main laws of Boolean logic, knows logic functions and logic schemes way of presentation and algorithms of minimizing, can use functional logic gates. Show more...Compulsory courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: 54.0 ECTS credits - +MODULE: Cyber-Physical Systems 78.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)AimsThe aim of this module is to provide:
- an overview of theoretical and applied scientific approaches to cyber-physical systems fundamentals,
application areas, problems, and development trends;
- the knowledge and skills of systems engineering to analyse, model, design, and build cyber-physical systems and systems of systems. Show more...Learning outcomesAfter completing this module, the student is able to:
- implement the principles of constructing cyber-physical systems and their networks;
- discuss the differences between cyber-physical systems and conventional computer systems, systems operating in a virtual environment, or augmented reality;
- analyse and specify the tasks of cyber-physical system engineering, model potential solutions, and implement the chosen solutions;
- understand how to apply/adapt the principles of proactive systems and self-organizing systems;
- design and build simple cyber-physical systems with self-organizing properties that function as autonomous components in the network. Show more...Compulsory courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: 54.0 ECTS creditsElective courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: at least 24.0 ECTS credits - +MODULE: Internship Module 33.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)AimsThe aim of this module is to:
- provide practical skills in managing smart systems and applied information technology;
- develop the student's professional skills and ability to work in a work environment;
- provide knowledge for preventing accidents in the workplace, solving risk and safety issues, and for the sustainable use and management of natural resources. Show more...Learning outcomesAfter completing this module, the student:
- understands the nature,
societal importance, developments, and issues of their future profession, recognizes the interrelationships between subject areas, and has familiarized themselves with the work environment;
- is aware of enterprises within field of study;
- has acquired the principles of risk and safety, understands workplace hazards, the rights and obligations of employers and employees in ensuring workplace safety, and can apply the basic principles of ergonomics to problem-solving;
- has acquired the concepts of environmental protection and sustainable development, understands human responsibility in the use and alteration of the natural environment. Show more...Compulsory courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: 24.0 ECTS creditsElective courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: at least 9.0 ECTS credits - +MODULE: Free Choice Studies 6.0 ECTS credits (Free choice courses)AimsThe aim of this module is to give students the opportunity to gain deeper knowledge in an area of their interest.Learning outcomesAfter completing this module, the student has obtained knowledge and skills in an area of their interest.
- +MODULE: Graduation Thesis 9.0 ECTS credits (Graduation thesis)AimsThe aim of the final paper is to provide students an opportunity to gain experience in independent subject related problem resolution.
The theme of the final paper can be a case study project of or a research paper on a narrow subject related problem. Show more...Learning outcomesAfter completing the Graduation Thesis module, the student:
- finds and analyses subject related information and synthesizes a new subject knowledge based on that information and other data gathered by him/her;
- formulates subject related problems and analyses and proposes different solutions;
- evaluates the proposed solutions from the contemporary technical and technological capabilities and economical aspects point of view;
- presents the proposed and reasoned solutions orally and in writing. Show more... - +STANDARD STUDY PLAN: Autumn daytime study
- +STANDARD STUDY PLAN: Autumn session-based study
- +MAIN SPECIALITY 4: Software Development and Digital Solutions
- +MODULE: Green and Digital Skills General Studies Joint Module 30.0 ECTS credits (General studies)AimsThe purpose of the module is to:
- support student's handling and development in digital skills;
- acquire English language skills at Level B2;
- form systematic notion of entrepreneurship;
- provide an overview of green technologies and making greener choices in various fields. Show more...Learning outcomesAfter completing the module, a student:
- applies ICT aids in his activities;
- possesses professional English language skills at B2 level;
- understands various green technologies and their application areas, and evaluates their impact on the environment and society;
- gives meaning to his role in business environment. Show more...Compulsory courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: 24.0 ECTS creditsElective courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: at least 6.0 ECTS credits - +MODULE: Software Development and Digital Solutions Basic Studies Module 54.0 ECTS credits (Core studies)AimsThe aim of this module is to:
- introduce the curriculum and its contents;
- create opportunities for acquiring knowledge of exact sciences specialized knowledge acquiring;
- develop student's technical competence: develop programming skills to create smart systems applications and digital solutions;
- create opportunities to acquire knowledge of today's data transfer tools, digital solutions, systems and methods; modern communication tools and the use of communication and computer networking tools. Show more...Learning outcomesAfter completing the module, a student:
- knows basic principles, connections and methods of differential and integral calculations with a single variable;
- can solve linear systems of equations;
- knows the main principles of arrays and vector space theory;
- can design and administrate computer networks on the basis of the present operational systems with the help of communication aids;
- knows modern digital solutions, data transfer methods and knows how to use them in work with smart systems;
- acquires basic programming knowledge and programming techniques for creating and reprogramming various smart systems; Show more...Compulsory courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: 54.0 ECTS credits - +MODULE: Internship Module 33.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)AimsThe aim of this module is to:
- provide practical skills in managing smart systems and applied information technology;
- develop the student's professional skills and ability to work in a work environment;
- provide knowledge for preventing accidents in the workplace, solving risk and safety issues, and for the sustainable use and management of natural resources. Show more...Learning outcomesAfter completing this module, the student:
- understands the nature,
societal importance, developments, and issues of their future profession, recognizes the interrelationships between subject areas, and has familiarized themselves with the work environment;
- is aware of enterprises within field of study;
- has acquired the principles of risk and safety, understands workplace hazards, the rights and obligations of employers and employees in ensuring workplace safety, and can apply the basic principles of ergonomics to problem-solving;
- has acquired the concepts of environmental protection and sustainable development, understands human responsibility in the use and alteration of the natural environment. Show more...Compulsory courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: 24.0 ECTS creditsElective courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: at least 9.0 ECTS credits - +MODULE: Problem- and Project Based Learning 24.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)AimsThe purpose of the module is to increase student self motivation,
creativity, confidence in decision-making and to provide experience in systematically solving a specific problem; To develop transferable skills through team and independent work. Show more...Learning outcomesOn completion of the module, the student:
- uses the acquired theoretical knowledge and practical skills in solving a multidisciplinary real-life problem / project situation;
- can analyse and specify the tasks of smart systems software, can simulate possible solutions and realize chosen solutions;
- knows and is guided by trends in the development of sensors and robotic systems;
- can program micro and logic controllers;
- presents the results of the problem-solving process / project;
- has practical experience in solving engineering problems;
- has practical experience in working in a team. Show more...Compulsory courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: 12.0 ECTS creditsElective courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: at least 12.0 ECTS credits - +MODULE: Software Development and Digital Solutions Special Studies Module 54.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)AimsThe purpose of the module is to provide students with fundamental knowledge and skills in the design and implementation of information systems and databases,
as well as in the fields of data analysis, programming, and network technologies. Show more...Learning outcomesOn completion of the module, the student:
- acquires skills of information system design and development,
- can use SQL for compile client-server database, create various database objects;
- knows the main concepts and methods of the theory of probability, descriptive statistics, data analysis, can use at least one data processing software;
- can create dynamic web applications corresponding to modern standards and technologies; can use different network technologies; knows network standards, types and parameters, networks performance and performance optimization methods. Show more...Compulsory courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: 42.0 ECTS creditsElective courses:Course titleCourse codeECTS creditsHours per weekLecturesPracticesExercisesE/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.Teaching semesterTotal: at least 12.0 ECTS credits - +MODULE: Free Choice Studies 6.0 ECTS credits (Free choice courses)AimsThe aim of this module is to give students the opportunity to gain deeper knowledge in an area of their interest.Learning outcomesAfter completing this module, the student has obtained knowledge and skills in an area of their interest.
- +MODULE: Graduation Thesis 9.0 ECTS credits (Graduation thesis)AimsThe aim of the final paper is to provide students an opportunity to gain experience in independent subject related problem resolution.
The theme of the final paper can be a case study project of or a research paper on a narrow subject related problem. Show more...Learning outcomesAfter completing the Graduation Thesis module, the student:
- finds and analyses subject related information and synthesizes a new subject knowledge based on that information and other data gathered by him/her;
- formulates subject related problems and analyses and proposes different solutions;
- evaluates the proposed solutions from the contemporary technical and technological capabilities and economical aspects point of view;
- presents the proposed and reasoned solutions orally and in writing. Show more... - +STANDARD STUDY PLAN: Autumn daytime study
- +STANDARD STUDY PLAN: Autumn session-based study