Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

After this course, students

  1. appreciate the breadth and impact of the mechanical engineering field, both in academia and in industry
  2. identify how their work connects to a variety of economic, environmental, and societal issues
  3. can articulate how their own unique professional profile equips them to contribute productively
  4. value the importance of collaborating effectively and of communicating their ideas clearly

Credits: 5

Schedule: 03.09.2019 - 22.05.2020

Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Tua Björklund, Tua Björklund

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Sven Bossuyt, Heikki Remes, Heikki Remes

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

CEFR level (applies in this implementation):

Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):

Teaching language: English

Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    The course consists of seminars and workshops during the orientation week, followed by workshops, group assignments and individual assignments in Periods I-II. Some reflection assignments can be completed in the Spring.

Assessment Methods and Criteria
  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Active participation in the seminars and workshops, completion and quality of group and individual assignments

SDG: Sustainable Development Goals

    8 Decent Work and Economic Growth

    9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

    12 Responsible Production and Consumption