Technology and engineering programs often include standard scientific classes as well as hands-on experiences in networking, computer programming, and standard engineering techniques. These skills can be applied in a future engineering, technology, or manufacturing career.

Officially known as the Italian Republic, the country is found in southern Europe. The official language is Italian and the cultural rich capital is Rome. Many of the world's oldest universities are located in Italy, in particular the University of Bologna (founded in 1088). There are three Superior Graduate Schools with "university status", three institutes with the status of Doctoral Colleges, which function at graduate and post-graduate level.