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
- appreciate the breadth and impact of the mechanical engineering field, both in academia and in industry
- identify how their work connects to a variety of economic, environmental, and societal issues
- can articulate how their own unique professional profile equips them to contribute productively
- value the importance of collaborating effectively and of communicating their ideas clearly
Credits: 5
Schedule: 01.09.2020 - 31.01.2021
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Tua Björklund, Tua Björklund
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Tua Björklund, Tua Björklund, Veera Kirjavainen
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
Students can contact the teaching team via e-mail at any time or through Zoom during the course slot 9-11AM on Fridays in Periods I and II.
MA Senni Kirjavainen (senni.kirjavainen@aalto.fi)
Dr Sine Celik (sine.celik@aalto.fi)
Prof. Tua Björklund (tua.bjorklund@aalto.fi)
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.
Applies in this implementation:
The course is based on weekly videos and/or Zoom seminars, individual assignments, team assignments and some small group teaching. The course is integrated with LC-0400 Communication skills: integrated speech communication course L, providing students with 5+1 study credits.
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
Applies in this implementation:
The course is graded 1-5, based on attendance in teaching sessions and the completion and quality of individual and team assignments.
DETAILS
Study Material
Applies in this implementation:
SDG: Sustainable Development Goals
8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
12 Responsible Production and Consumption
FURTHER INFORMATION
Details on the schedule
Applies in this implementation:
Weekly videos and assignments throughout periods I-II, accompanied with some online sessions and small group contact teaching.
- Teacher: Björklund Tua
- Teacher: Celik Sine
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- Teacher: Kar Shreyasi
- Teacher: Kirjavainen Senni
- Teacher: Laiho Erwin
- Teacher: Salo Martti
- Teacher: Tuulos Tiina