The course will be based primarily on a "learning by doing" methodology. Each topic will be introduced through theoretical sessions in which the lecturer will present the fundamental concepts and provide support materials for independent study (books, online educational resources, scientific articles and specialised technical documentation). .

Building on this knowledge, students will take part in practical sessions focused on solving exercises and developing small projects, both individually and in pairs. These activities will allow them to apply theoretical concepts to real-world situations and consolidate the skills acquired.

Throughout the course, students will prepare technical reports documenting the practical work carried out on each topic, thereby fostering their ability to analyse, synthesise and communicate results.

Annotation: within the schedule set by the centre or degree programme, 15 minutes of one class will be reserved for students to evaluate their lecturers and their courses or modules through questionnaires.

The assessment consists of two components: Theory & Problems and Practice.

The Theory & Problems component represents 60% of the final grade, whereas the Practice component represents the remaining 40%.

The theory and problem-solving component will be assessed individually through two written examinations. Each examination will contribute 30% of the final course grade, resulting in a total weighting of 60% for this component. The theory grade will be calculated as the arithmetic mean of the marks obtained in Exam 1 and Exam 2:

Theory = (Exam 1 + Exam 2) /2

​To be eligible to sit Exam 2, students must obtain a minimum mark of 4,5 out of 10 in Exam 1. Students who do not meet this requirement will not be allowed to take Exam 2 and will instead be required to sit a recovery examination covering the corresponding contents.

In order to pass the theory component, the average mark of the two examinations must be 5.0 out of 10 or higher. Students whose average theory grade is below 5.0 will be required to take the corresponding resit examination during the official recovery period. The mark obtained in the resit examination will be used in accordance with the assessment regulations established for the course.

Regarding the practice component will be assessed in groups of three. The practice grade will be calculated as the arithmetic mean of the marks obtained in PLABS:

Practice = (PLAB1 + PLAB2 + PLAB3 + PLAB4 ) / 4 (In groups of 3).

Attendance at practical sessions is mandatory. Practical work will be carried out in groups of three students and assessed through the corresponding laboratory activities and deliverables. This component is non-recoverable. Students must obtain a minimum average mark of 5.0 out of 10 in the practical component to pass it and, consequently, to pass the course.

A student will pass the course only if the weighted average of both components is at least 5.0.