Level/category

General studies

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

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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

Group size

No limit

Assignments valid until

12 months after course has ended

Assessment methods

2023-03-01 - Reports and productions

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