The satisfation of nautical companies about the degree in Naval Engineering in Olbia

The new degree course in Naval Engineering in Olbia - which is the result of the collaboration between UniOlbia and the University of Cagliari - is a novelty that answers to the requirements of the nautical District of the Gallura, and to that wider one of the Sardinia.

And in fact it’s programming has received positive opinions from the main companies of the nautical field of the productive district of the Cipnes. The entrepreneurs - who met the teachers of the University of Cagliari, in a meeting at the headquarters of the industrial consortium - said they were ready to integrate academic skills in the daily operations of their businesses.

The goal of UniOlbia, with the new strategic partnership with UniCa, is to innovate the industry and create the professionals of the future for boating. Having the support of companies is a great starting point. But what do nautical companies in Olbia expect from the degree course in Naval Engineering? Here are the answers of some of the main questions of a questionnaire of Cipnes, UniOlbia and UniCa.

SNO Yachts - Novamarine

The SNO Yachts has been active for 35 years, with operational and production headquarters in Olbia. With the brand Novamarine designs and builds boats, from 8 to 26 meters, with unique technical characteristics, the result of a unique technology developed in over 30 years of research and development. 

Indicate any equipment that could be used by students for experimental laboratory activities: "During the laboratory activities, the students will be able to collaborate with the technical office, interacting in terms of design, programming and management of the workings on board the vessels. It will be fundamental, the coordination with the various operating sectors of the yard, so as to be able to supply information and solutions of technical nature, in the Service as well as in the production. It is also important the figure of the Project Manager, who sometimes takes care of managing and reporting the resources and information of the technical office, administrative office and purchases, taking into account the timing and costs of the work. Students will be able to relate to this figure, in order to have a complete view of the activities that take place daily, both in the production and in the Service. During the laboratory activities it is possible to experiment the realization of moulds, generated by 3D cad models and milled by using a 9-axis CNC Robot".

Expected professional profile: "Knowledge and competence in the use of 3D modeling programs and CAD. Theoretical knowledge of mechanics and shipbuilding, various technologies and production processes. Hydrostatic calculations and load exponents. Knowledge of materials, such as glass fibers, composites, steels and alloys. Theoretical knowledge of electrical systems , mechanics and different propulsion systems. Knowledge of the structures and calculations for the sizing of the latter. Knowledge of regulations in the field of design, construction and classification. Management of resources and knowledge of the tools of the various operating sectors".

Valdettaro Group

The Valdettaro group, for over 30 years, has been working in the economy of the sea, on a dual front: shipbuilding and hospitality tourism. From the shipbuilding point of view it has 3 important garrisons in the upper Tyrrhenian, two in the province of La Spezia (Valdettaro and Canaletti) and one in Olbia. In the shipbuilding activity it operates in the maintenance, the services and the logistics with beyond 40 direct dependent and more than 200 loyal suppliers. 

Indicate the research and development activities carried out over the last five years directly or in collaboration with third parties, including at international level: "Research activities in collaboration with the University of Pavia for the development and creation of an antifouling that respects the vegetation present in the seabed. Implementation of the strategy to achieve carbon neutrality". 

Indicate any equipment that could be used by students for experimental laboratory activities: "Travel lift tank for the study of dynamic fluid. Operational programs/ management, for operational planning and work".

Tender One (G-Tender)

The company designs, engineers and builds pneumatic boats from 8 to 15 meters. Performs all ordinary and extraordinary maintenance on boats and inflatables and lease inflatables. The base of operations is in Olbia.

Indicate any equipment that could be used by students for experimental laboratory activities: "Production management software, ship design software".

Expected professional profile: "Naval engineer with production skills, research and development assignments, research of new materials and new construction methods, knowledge of all on-board electronics and home automation".

Elicapital (Elica Yachts)

The company operates in the nautical sector carrying out activities of purchase and sale of used yachts through the commercial division called Elica Yachts and the activities of maintenance, refit and repair of boats through the technical division called ONE Officine Navali Elica. 

Indicate any equipment that could be used by students for experimental laboratory activities: "Instrumentation for design and simulation - Instruments for measuring and inspecting individual aspects of the vessel - Instrumentation for testing engines and propulsion systems - Electronic measuring instruments - Instruments for creating on-board installations - Software for rendering and ship simulation - Tools for control and automation". 

Expected professional profile: "A naval engineer with a major in project management. A highly qualified professional who combines a solid foundation of naval engineering skills with the management and leadership skills needed to plan, coordinate and execute complex naval projects. Someone who has a thorough knowledge of the disciplines of naval engineering, including ship design, shipbuilding, stability, strength, propulsion and maritime systems. Also advanced project management skills, including project planning, organization, monitoring and control. Knowledge of the tools and methods of project management".

These companies - and all the others in the nautical district of Olbia - share a common interest: to train naval engineers ready to integrate themselves in an evolving sector, equipped with the skills to face the challenges of production, research and development, and high technology on board.

UniOlbia, listening to the needs of the sector and with the fundamental contribution of the scientific partner, the University of Cagliari, responds with an educational program that promises to train the professionals that Sardinia of boating eagerly awaits.

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Born in Olbia the degree course in Naval Engineering