The course is included in these curricula and study modules
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
Examination requirements:
3 quizzes (30%)
Group assignment (50%)
Individual assignment (20 %)
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
Study / learning skills
Information retrieval / evaluation of sources
IT skills
Work safety
Prerequisites and co-requisites
None
Previous course names
Introduction to university studies
Recommended or required reading
All material is published on itslearning
Study activities
- Lectures - 32 hours
- Individual- and group instruction - 5 hours
- Practical exercises - 3 hours
- Small-group work - 20 hours
- Individual studies - 75 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
Essays, reports, productions and portfolio
Assessment requirements
To pass the course the student should pass the
following examinations:
-Individual online assignments
-Reflection diary
-Demonstration of theoretical and practical
laboratory safety and emergency skills
Teacher
- Nyström Janne
- Paakkonen Heikki
- Löv Monica
Examiner
Löv Monica
Home page of the course
Group size
No limit
Assignments valid until
12 months after course has ended
Assessment methods
2023-03-01 - Reports and productions