The course is included in these curricula and study modules
The course takes place in period
1 (2023-08-01 to 2023-10-22)
Level/category
Teaching language
Swedish
Type of course
Compulsory
Cycle/level of course
First
Recommended year of study
1
Total number of ECTS
5 cr
Competency aims
In this study unit the focus lies on the following
competencies:
Learning and career-oriented competencies and
technological competencies
SDG's in focus:
#4: Quality education
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this study unit:
You understand the difference among data,
information and knowledge. You understand the
relationship between your own continued learning
and your career development.
(Knowledge)
You can identify and utilize relevant
technological solutions and tools which contribute
to
the studies in your field. (Knowledge)
You utilize your ability to learn independently
and take responsibility for you own
learning
process. You set realistic goals in your ongoing
studies and apply appropriate study
strategies to reach your goals. (Skills)
You can independently follow and apply various
technological safety aspects in your
field
and during your studies at Arcada. (Skills)
You can identify and describe your existing
competence. (Skills)
You understand the value of planning in achieving
the goals you set for your studies.
You
can process data, information and knowledge
critically and with curiosity.
You take responsibility for collective learning in
the groups you inhabit. (Approach)
You approach technology and digital solutions
openly, critically, responsibly and with
curiosity both in your field and society.
(Approach)
Course contents
Arcada information systems and available software
Study skills / learning skills
Information search / source criticism
First aid
IT skills:
Spreadsheets: functions, analyses, financial
statements, etc.
Word processing: Academic writing with a template.
Graphic design basics: pixel and vector graphics
Relational databases
Prerequisites and co-requisites
None
Previous course names
Introduction to Academic Studies
Study activities
- Lectures - 42 hours
- Excursions and demonstrations - 10 hours
- Individual- and group instruction - 10 hours
- Practical exercises - 10 hours
- Individual studies - 50 hours
- Internet-based studies - 13 hours
Workload
- Total workload of the course: 135 hours
- Of which autonomous studies: 135 hours
- Of which scheduled studies: 0 hours
Mode of Delivery
Participation in tuition
Assessment methods
Demonstrations and proficiency exams
Assessment requirements
-Career planning allows you to determine what you
should study as a compliment to your
strengths/weaknesses.
- Individual preparatory assignment and after, in
smaller groups/with your academic tutor
- self-evaluation and peer-review.
IT tools Assignments
Teacher
- Nyberg Janne
- Paakkonen Heikki
Examiner
Nyberg Jan
Home page of the course
Group size
No limit (82 students enrolled)
Assignments valid until
12 months after course has ended
Course enrolment period
2023-08-10 to 2023-09-06
Assessment methods
Date will be announced later - Demonstrations and presentations
Date | Time | Room | Title | Description | Organizer |
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2023-08-24 | 09:00 - 10:00 | F143 | Detta är Arcada | Träskman Tomas | |
2023-08-24 | 10:30 - 11:30 | F143 | Utbildningen presenterar sig (FE) | Fabricius Susanna | |
2023-08-24 | 12:30 - 13:15 | E385 | Studievägledarnas session (FE grupp 1) | Genberg Camilla Grönholm Hanna |
|
2023-08-24 | 12:30 - 13:15 | E383 | Digitala verktyg (FE grupp 2) | Nyberg Janne | |
2023-08-24 | 13:15 - 14:00 | E385 | Digitala verktyg (FE grupp 1) | Nyberg Janne | |
2023-08-24 | 13:15 - 14:00 | E383 | Studievägledarnas session (FE grupp 2) | Genberg Camilla Grönholm Hanna |
|
2023-08-24 | 14:15 - 14:45 | D4107-08 | Ämnesföreningen HanSe Sf och tutorerna presenterar sig | Grönholm Hanna | |
2023-08-25 | 09:00 - 10:00 | F143 | Studieärenden | Eerola Sabina | |
2023-08-25 | 11:30 - 14:30 | Z002 | Amazing Business Race | Start from the Big Auditorium (F143) at 11.30 am | Adlercreutz Erica Björk Kaj-Mikael Broth Joacim Buttler Pekka Donner Henrica Fabricius Susanna Forsström Mikael Henriksson Robert Hernberg Mervi Hongell Linn Kietz Tove Koskinen Kaisa Nyberg Janne Puukko Linda Tigerstedt Christa |
2023-08-28 | 09:00 - 10:00 | F143 | Global Competences | Global Competences/soft skills make you attractive in the future job market, as these are sought after by employers and prepare you for continuous learning. | Slotte Sandra |
2023-08-28 | 10:30 - 12:00 | F143 | Teknologi och lärande/Technology and Learning - Introduktion/Introduction | Nyberg Janne | |
2023-08-29 | 10:15 - 11:15 | F143 | Stöd i studierna | Höglund Maria Jurvelius Maria Lindström Olivia Nyberg Ulla Nyström Erika |
|
2023-08-29 | 11:30 - 12:30 | F143 | Information om språkstudier | Sandell Magdalena | |
2023-08-30 | 09:00 - 12:00 | E385 | Teknologi och lärande | Grupp 1 | Nyberg Janne |
2023-09-01 | 09:00 - 12:00 | E383 | Teknologi och lärande | Grupp 2 | Nyberg Janne |
2023-09-04 | 09:00 - 12:00 | E383 | Teknologi och lärande | Grupp 1 | Nyberg Janne |
2023-09-06 | 09:00 - 12:00 | E383 | Teknologi och lärande | Grupp 2 | Nyberg Janne |
2023-09-06 | 15:00 - 17:00 | Z001 | Läsårsöppning / Opening of the academic year | på Stora torget/ at the Big Square | |
2023-09-11 | 09:00 - 12:00 | E383 | Teknologi och lärande | Grupp 1 | Nyberg Janne |
2023-09-13 | 09:00 - 12:00 | E383 | Teknologi och lärande | Grupp 2 | Nyberg Janne |
2023-09-18 | 09:00 - 12:00 | E383 | Teknologi och lärande | Grupp 1 | Nyberg Janne |
2023-09-20 | 09:00 - 12:00 | E383 | Teknologi och lärande | Grupp 2 | Nyberg Janne |
2023-09-25 | 09:00 - 12:00 | E383 | Teknologi och lärande | Grupp 1 | Nyberg Janne |
2023-09-27 | 09:00 - 12:00 | E383 | Teknologi och lärande | Grupp 2 | Nyberg Janne |
2023-10-02 | 09:00 - 12:00 | E383 | Teknologi och lärande | Grupp 1 | Nyberg Janne |
2023-10-04 | 09:00 - 12:00 | E383 | Teknologi och lärande | Grupp 2 | Nyberg Janne |
2023-10-09 | 09:00 - 12:00 | E385 | Teknologi och lärande | Grupp 1 | Nyberg Janne |
2023-10-11 | 09:00 - 12:00 | E383 | Teknologi och lärande | Grupp 2 | Nyberg Janne |
2023-10-16 | 09:00 - 12:00 | E383 | Teknologi och lärande | Grupp 1 | Nyberg Janne |
2023-10-16 | 13:00 - 16:00 | F143 | Teknologi och lärande | Kappas 2 Egen dator med - Om du inte har en egen bärbar dator finns det möjlighet att vara i dataklass. Vänligen kontakta i så fall Filip Levälahti senast den 12.10 | Kiukas Carina Levälahti Filip |
2023-10-18 | 09:00 - 12:00 | E383 | Teknologi och lärande | Grupp 2 | Nyberg Janne |
2023-11-02 | 09:00 - 12:00 | D173 | Första hjälp | Paakkonen Heikki | |
2023-11-14 | 12:30 - 15:30 | D173 | Första hjälp | Paakkonen Heikki | |
2023-11-16 | 12:30 - 15:30 | D173 | Första hjälp | Paakkonen Heikki | |
2023-11-24 | 09:00 - 12:00 | D173 | Första hjälp | Paakkonen Heikki | |
2023-11-30 | 08:30 - 11:30 | D173 | Första hjälp | Paakkonen Heikki | |
2023-12-01 | 09:00 - 12:00 | D173 | Första hjälp | Paakkonen Heikki |