1. Is this course unit based on the same syllabus/content as in previous years?

No. 

2. Are "theoretical" classes (mondays) lecture-based?
No. All classes will follow the active learning methodology, with mainly hands-on work.

3. Is the content taught in the "theoretical" classes (T, mondays) the same applied in the "problem" classes (PB, tuesdays and thursdays)?
No. There is no direct overlap.