Riccardo Fiorini
From theory to practice for professional growth
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Riccardo is a Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) student with Electrical Engineering profile. Attending in part-time mode, he is also employed as a research assistant at the Institute of Systems and Applied Electronics where he is specializing in the science area Precision Microtechnical Systems.
How would you describe your course?
Despite some challenges, I am very excited about this journey. Being able to select my courses lets me focus on the area I’m most passionate about, transforming my passion for electronics into my future career.
Which are the pros fo studying at the Department of Innovative Technologies (DTI)?
From the start, studying at DTI has enabled me to develop hands-on skills alongside the theoretical knowledge gained in the classroom. This is a huge advantage, as a good engineer needs to master practical skills first in order to create effective solutions and achieve meaningful results.
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Is there a particularly significant experience you would like to tell about?
The fifth-semester project and my dissertation were the experiences that significantly contributed to my personal growth and greatly expanded my skill set.
For the project, I designed an electronic board capable of performing electrocardiograms with electrodes and photoplethysmography using an optical sensor, complete with data visualization.
My dissertation, which earned me the Best Presentation award from the PREMIOSWISSENGINEERINGTICINO Foundation, focused on creating a flexible test bench capable of performing multiple functions and replacing traditional laboratory instruments.
What would you recommend to a current and/or prospective student?
I highly recommend enrolling in a degree program at DTI and, more broadly, SUPSI, as the services are well-organized and the quality of teaching is excellent, leading to numerous job opportunities after graduation. If you're looking to deepen your expertise, pursuing a Master's degree is definitely beneficial.