Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student:
- undertands the basic concepts of building information modelling and the principles of the information model-based construction process.
- can handle the basic use of information model-based design programs and model review programs.
- undertands openBIM based workflow and principles of essential standards of openBIM

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student:
- understands the whole of the parts of a building and their main functions
- knows different options and general requirements for the outer shell (envelope), surfaces and non-load bearing structures as well as the complementary building components
- understands the concepts of fire safety in buildings and the principles of moisture insulation
- is familiar with the general drawing markings
- knows the basics of computer-aided designing.

Implementation and methods of teaching

Lectures,
Independent exercises,
Possible field excursions

Presentable practice work

Exam


In addition, the course includes AutoCAD section with self-paced exercises

The exercise work, the given CAD-assignments and the course exam must be passed with approval to complete the course. Lesson assignments must be returned by the given deadline. Lesson assignments give you points that affect the grade.

Return of the exercise work by the deadline. If returning after this date, the return must be agreed separately with the teacher. Late returns affect the review.

Timing and attendance

Assignments and exercises are instructed in lectures.

Attendance is compulsory for the first classes (instructions for completing the course), if you do not attend the classes for the first 2nd time or provide a justified reason for the absence, the student will be removed from the course.

Learning material and recommended literature

Course materials
Various construction industry sources

Working life cooperation

Possible excursions and quest lecturers from companies

Exam retakes

Re-examination dates are announced in the last lectures of the course.

Learning environment

Contact teaching in Campus
Moodle-platform for exercises and tasks
Possible excursions

Student time use and work load

Exam and class exercises 60%
Exercise work 20%
AutoCAD exercises 20%

All sub-areas must be completed with approval in order to pass the course

Contents

The student understands the whole formed by the parts of the building and their central functions.
- The student knows the options for the outer shell, surfaces and non-load-bearing structures, as well as complementary building parts.
- The student understands the most important concepts of fire safety in buildings and the principles of moisture insulation.

CAD-part
The student:

- Understand the principles and tools of CAD design.
- Knows the basics of AutoCAD design and can produce, modify and print plans.

Assessment criteria

Exercises, exam and practice work. More detailed assessment methods are presented at the beginning of the course.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

One of the following conditions is met:
- The test has been rejected
- Exercises not returned/rejected
- Mandatory practice assignments not returned/rejected
- Total points of the course are not enough to pass -> Rejected

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

consistently uses professional concepts and demonstrates familiarity with the knowledge base.
Can report and communicate professionally.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Can critically evaluate information and justify their actions with the help of researched information

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Can analyze acquired information and draw conclusions and connect theoretical and experiential information

Learning outcomes

The student:
- identifies the basic materials, basic characteristics and uses of materials in construction.
- understands the effects of the properties and uses of building materials in construction and is able to utilise the knowledge in new situations.
- understands the basics and different aspects of chemistry in relation to building materials.
- understands recycling, re-use and waste-sorting of building materials and in the field of construction industry.

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student:
- understands the effect of different factors on the properties of concrete mass and hardened concrete
- can test the quality properties of concrete and evaluate the workability of concrete mass
- is able to apply the knowledge of concrete technology to the planning and management of concrete work

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- plan their own learning and cooperate in situations related to their own field of studies
- recognize their own competence and the needs to develop them further and to plan their careerpath observing them
- act as a group member
- operate in the learning environments of LAB University of Applied Sciences
- picture their own field of studies and its future skills- give feedback on tuition and services and thus participate in the development of education

Implementation and methods of teaching

Contact teaching lectures
Online studying
Group works
Individual assignments

Timing and attendance

Compulsory attendance during the course is required
Developing professional competence course starts with the Orientation Week.
After the orientation week, course activities will be organized according to the course timetable, approximately once a month.

Learning material and recommended literature

All materials are produced by the tutor teacher and are available in the course platform.

Working life cooperation

The course aims at supporting the professional development and it also includes coaching for the practical training and working life orientation in general.

Learning environment

Lectures/group sessions, virtual sessions, individual meetings with tutor teacher, introductions and other activities. Digital course platform.

Contents

his course will introduce the student:
• how to plan their own learning and cooperate in situations related to their own field of studies
• how to identify themselves as a learner and develop their own learning skills
• ability to recognize their own competence and the needs to develop them further and to plan their career path observing them
• how to act as a group member
• how to operate in the learning environments of LAB University of Applied Sciences
• knowledge of their own field of studies and its future skills
• how to give feedback on tuition and services and thus participate in the development of education
• working life knowledge

Assessment criteria

Active participation
Course assignments

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- utilize various learning opportunities in curriculum
- recognize and aim their own competences to be in level with the future career requirements
- create a study plan that supports the future career goal
- give feedback on tuition and services and thus participate in the development of education

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student:
- knows the basic tools of Microsoft Excel and is able to use excel as a calculation tool, use it to process and sort data
- knows the basics of Mathcad and is able to make simple calculation sheets
- knows the basic tools of Microsoft Word and is able to make different types of documents and modify reports

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student:
- understands what is the building trade and what kind of tasks and skills is required.
- knows the future trends in the field of construction and has a understanding what goals and aspects are important to the process.
- understands the differences of projects and processes.

Implementation and methods of teaching

Guest Lectures from companies, Company visits & learning diary
Visit to Exhibition Finnbuild 2024 & other construction related events

Timing and attendance

Mandatory participation to Exhibitions and events.
Lectures may be online or on campus depending of the companies schedules

Learning material and recommended literature

Course materials and other documents

Alternative completion methods

None

Working life cooperation

Company guest lecturers and events to exhibitions etc.

Learning environment

Moodle, lectures on campus, site visit and excursions, online lectures

Student time use and work load

Visits to events
Learning diaries
Exhibitions and excursions (and tasks related to these)

Contents

Orientation to Construction Engineering (2 ECTS)
The student:
- Understands what is the building trade and what kind of tasks and skills is required.
- Knows the future trends in the field of construction and has a understanding what goals and aspects are important to the process.
- Understands the differences of projects and processes.

Assessment criteria

Learning diary and assignments given in lectures for excursions

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved

Approved:
Learning diary accepted by teacher
Assigments from Excursions etc. accepted by teacher
Participation to exhibitions and events

Failed:
One or more of the above tasks not approved

Learning outcomes

The student:
- understand the importance of physics in technology
- can describe the SI unit system and make unit conversions
- can solve problems of kinematics, mechanics and thermodynamics mathematically
- can apply vector calculus in mechanics phenomena
- Basics of Hydrostatics & Hydrodynamics
- Basics of wave theory & Sound theory

Implementation and methods of teaching

Lessons and exercises

Learning material and recommended literature

Material in Moodle

Learning environment

Moodle

Contents

- SI unit system and unit conversions
- kinematics, mechanics and thermodynamics
- vector calculus in mechanics phenomena
- basics of hydrostatics & hydrodynamics, wave theory & sound theory

Assessment criteria

Exercises and exam

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Can't solve mathematical science problems on the course

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Can apply the learned techniques to mathematical science problems given by the teacher. Can solve about 50% of mathematical problems in the course.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Can solve mathematical science problems on the course in a versatile way.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Can solve all or almost all mathematical science problems on the course.

Learning outcomes

The student:
- understands the basics of project management and different roles connected to projects
- knows how to work as part of a team and can operate in a team and work towards a shared goal and combine skills learned
Project work can be carried out as applicable work assignments.

Implementation and methods of teaching

Lectures and workshops
Project work will be done in groups. All groups will have a different task/assigment as a project. Projects can also be real cases from companies.

Possible excursions related to projects (for excample site/factory visits if needed for the task/assigment)

Final results will be specified for each group. Every group makes a final presentation about their projects and learning outcomes.
Every student will also make a personal learning diary according to instructions given in lectures.

Timing and attendance

Assigments and projects are given in lectures.
Final presentations are presented in lectures.

Attendance is compulsory for the first classes (instructions for completing the course), if you do not attend the classes for the first 2nd time or provide a justified reason for the absence, the student will be removed from the course.

Learning material and recommended literature

Book: Surrounded by Idiots -The four types of Human Behaviour (or, how to understand those who cannot be understood) Author: Thomas Erikson (2019)

Given online pages for project work and shared material in lectures.

Working life cooperation

Project assigments can be from companies. Companies will then act as "clients" for the assigment.

Exam retakes

Course is based on projects so there is no re-examination options.

Learning environment

Contact teaching and workshops in Campus
Moodle-platform for infromation
Teams-platform for every group
Possible excursions

Student time use and work load

Project work, results and presentations 70 %

Individual learning diary 30 %

Contents

The student:
- understands the basics of project management and different roles connected to projects
- knows how to work as part of a team and can operate in a team and work towards a shared goal and combine skills learned
Project work can be carried out as applicable work assignments.

Assessment criteria

Project work, results and presentations 70 %

Individual learning diary 30 %

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

One of the following conditions is met:
- Not working as part of the group (not functioning as a member of the team)
- Not participating to project presentations actively
- Personal learning diary is rejected

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

consistently uses professional concepts and demonstrates familiarity with the knowledge base.
Can report and communicate professionally.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Can critically evaluate information and justify their actions with the help of researched information

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Can analyze acquired information and draw conclusions and connect theoretical and experiential information

Learning outcomes

Project work can be carried out as applicable work assignments.

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student:
- understands the basic concepts of statics
- masters the equilibrium considerations of structures
- is able to solve stress distributions of simple statically determined bar structures.

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student:
- understand the importance of physics in technology
- can describe the SI unit system and make unit conversions
- can solve problems of kinematics, mechanics and thermodynamics mathematically
- can apply vector calculus in mechanics phenomena
- Basics of Hydrostatics & Hydrodynamics
- Basics of wave theory & Sound theory

Implementation and methods of teaching

Lessons and exercises

Learning material and recommended literature

Material in Moodle

Learning environment

Moodle

Contents

- SI unit system and unit conversions
- kinematics, mechanics and thermodynamics
- vector calculus in mechanics phenomena
- basics of hydrostatics & hydrodynamics, wave theory & sound theory

Assessment criteria

Exercises and exam

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Can't solve mathematical science problems on the course

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Can apply the learned techniques to mathematical science problems given by the teacher. Can solve about 50% of mathematical problems in the course.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Can solve mathematical science problems on the course in a versatile way.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Can solve all or almost all mathematical science problems on the course.

Learning outcomes

The student:
- undertands the basic concepts of building information modelling and the principles of the information model-based construction process.
- can handle the basic use of information model-based design programs and model review programs.
- undertands openBIM based workflow and principles of essential standards of openBIM

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student:
- understands the basic concepts of statics
- masters the equilibrium considerations of structures
- is able to solve stress distributions of simple statically determined bar structures.

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

Project work can be carried out as applicable work assignments.

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student:
- understands the effect of different factors on the properties of concrete mass and hardened concrete
- can test the quality properties of concrete and evaluate the workability of concrete mass
- is able to apply the knowledge of concrete technology to the planning and management of concrete work

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student:
- identifies the basic materials, basic characteristics and uses of materials in construction.
- understands the effects of the properties and uses of building materials in construction and is able to utilise the knowledge in new situations.
- understands the basics and different aspects of chemistry in relation to building materials.
- understands recycling, re-use and waste-sorting of building materials and in the field of construction industry.

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- utilize various learning opportunities in curriculum
- recognize and aim their own competences to be in level with the future career requirements
- create a study plan that supports the future career goal
- give feedback on tuition and services and thus participate in the development of education

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student:
- understands the whole of the parts of a building and their main functions
- knows different options and general requirements for the outer shell (envelope), surfaces and non-load bearing structures as well as the complementary building components
- understands the concepts of fire safety in buildings and the principles of moisture insulation
- is familiar with the general drawing markings
- knows the basics of computer-aided designing.

Implementation and methods of teaching

Lectures,
Independent exercises,
Possible field excursions

Presentable practice work

Exam


In addition, the course includes AutoCAD section with self-paced exercises

The exercise work, the given CAD-assignments and the course exam must be passed with approval to complete the course. Lesson assignments must be returned by the given deadline. Lesson assignments give you points that affect the grade.

Return of the exercise work by the deadline. If returning after this date, the return must be agreed separately with the teacher. Late returns affect the review.

Timing and attendance

Assignments and exercises are instructed in lectures.

Attendance is compulsory for the first classes (instructions for completing the course), if you do not attend the classes for the first 2nd time or provide a justified reason for the absence, the student will be removed from the course.

Learning material and recommended literature

Course materials
Various construction industry sources

Working life cooperation

Possible excursions and quest lecturers from companies

Exam retakes

Re-examination dates are announced in the last lectures of the course.

Learning environment

Contact teaching in Campus
Moodle-platform for exercises and tasks
Possible excursions

Student time use and work load

Exam and class exercises 60%
Exercise work 20%
AutoCAD exercises 20%

All sub-areas must be completed with approval in order to pass the course

Contents

The student understands the whole formed by the parts of the building and their central functions.
- The student knows the options for the outer shell, surfaces and non-load-bearing structures, as well as complementary building parts.
- The student understands the most important concepts of fire safety in buildings and the principles of moisture insulation.

CAD-part
The student:

- Understand the principles and tools of CAD design.
- Knows the basics of AutoCAD design and can produce, modify and print plans.

Assessment criteria

Exercises, exam and practice work. More detailed assessment methods are presented at the beginning of the course.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

One of the following conditions is met:
- The test has been rejected
- Exercises not returned/rejected
- Mandatory practice assignments not returned/rejected
- Total points of the course are not enough to pass -> Rejected

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

consistently uses professional concepts and demonstrates familiarity with the knowledge base.
Can report and communicate professionally.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Can critically evaluate information and justify their actions with the help of researched information

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Can analyze acquired information and draw conclusions and connect theoretical and experiential information

Learning outcomes

The student:
- understands the basics of project management and different roles connected to projects
- knows how to work as part of a team and can operate in a team and work towards a shared goal and combine skills learned
Project work can be carried out as applicable work assignments.

Implementation and methods of teaching

Lectures and workshops
Project work will be done in groups. All groups will have a different task/assigment as a project. Projects can also be real cases from companies.

Possible excursions related to projects (for excample site/factory visits if needed for the task/assigment)

Final results will be specified for each group. Every group makes a final presentation about their projects and learning outcomes.
Every student will also make a personal learning diary according to instructions given in lectures.

Timing and attendance

Assigments and projects are given in lectures.
Final presentations are presented in lectures.

Attendance is compulsory for the first classes (instructions for completing the course), if you do not attend the classes for the first 2nd time or provide a justified reason for the absence, the student will be removed from the course.

Learning material and recommended literature

Book: Surrounded by Idiots -The four types of Human Behaviour (or, how to understand those who cannot be understood) Author: Thomas Erikson (2019)

Given online pages for project work and shared material in lectures.

Working life cooperation

Project assigments can be from companies. Companies will then act as "clients" for the assigment.

Exam retakes

Course is based on projects so there is no re-examination options.

Learning environment

Contact teaching and workshops in Campus
Moodle-platform for infromation
Teams-platform for every group
Possible excursions

Student time use and work load

Project work, results and presentations 70 %

Individual learning diary 30 %

Contents

The student:
- understands the basics of project management and different roles connected to projects
- knows how to work as part of a team and can operate in a team and work towards a shared goal and combine skills learned
Project work can be carried out as applicable work assignments.

Assessment criteria

Project work, results and presentations 70 %

Individual learning diary 30 %

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

One of the following conditions is met:
- Not working as part of the group (not functioning as a member of the team)
- Not participating to project presentations actively
- Personal learning diary is rejected

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

consistently uses professional concepts and demonstrates familiarity with the knowledge base.
Can report and communicate professionally.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Can critically evaluate information and justify their actions with the help of researched information

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Can analyze acquired information and draw conclusions and connect theoretical and experiential information

Learning outcomes

The student:
- knows the basic tools of Microsoft Excel and is able to use excel as a calculation tool, use it to process and sort data
- knows the basics of Mathcad and is able to make simple calculation sheets
- knows the basic tools of Microsoft Word and is able to make different types of documents and modify reports

Assessment scale

1-5

Learning outcomes

The student:
- understands what is the building trade and what kind of tasks and skills is required.
- knows the future trends in the field of construction and has a understanding what goals and aspects are important to the process.
- understands the differences of projects and processes.

Implementation and methods of teaching

Guest Lectures from companies, Company visits & learning diary
Visit to Exhibition Finnbuild 2024 & other construction related events

Timing and attendance

Mandatory participation to Exhibitions and events.
Lectures may be online or on campus depending of the companies schedules

Learning material and recommended literature

Course materials and other documents

Alternative completion methods

None

Working life cooperation

Company guest lecturers and events to exhibitions etc.

Learning environment

Moodle, lectures on campus, site visit and excursions, online lectures

Student time use and work load

Visits to events
Learning diaries
Exhibitions and excursions (and tasks related to these)

Contents

Orientation to Construction Engineering (2 ECTS)
The student:
- Understands what is the building trade and what kind of tasks and skills is required.
- Knows the future trends in the field of construction and has a understanding what goals and aspects are important to the process.
- Understands the differences of projects and processes.

Assessment criteria

Learning diary and assignments given in lectures for excursions

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved

Approved:
Learning diary accepted by teacher
Assigments from Excursions etc. accepted by teacher
Participation to exhibitions and events

Failed:
One or more of the above tasks not approved

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- plan their own learning and cooperate in situations related to their own field of studies
- recognize their own competence and the needs to develop them further and to plan their careerpath observing them
- act as a group member
- operate in the learning environments of LAB University of Applied Sciences
- picture their own field of studies and its future skills- give feedback on tuition and services and thus participate in the development of education

Implementation and methods of teaching

Contact teaching lectures
Online studying
Group works
Individual assignments

Timing and attendance

Compulsory attendance during the course is required
Developing professional competence course starts with the Orientation Week.
After the orientation week, course activities will be organized according to the course timetable, approximately once a month.

Learning material and recommended literature

All materials are produced by the tutor teacher and are available in the course platform.

Working life cooperation

The course aims at supporting the professional development and it also includes coaching for the practical training and working life orientation in general.

Learning environment

Lectures/group sessions, virtual sessions, individual meetings with tutor teacher, introductions and other activities. Digital course platform.

Contents

his course will introduce the student:
• how to plan their own learning and cooperate in situations related to their own field of studies
• how to identify themselves as a learner and develop their own learning skills
• ability to recognize their own competence and the needs to develop them further and to plan their career path observing them
• how to act as a group member
• how to operate in the learning environments of LAB University of Applied Sciences
• knowledge of their own field of studies and its future skills
• how to give feedback on tuition and services and thus participate in the development of education
• working life knowledge

Assessment criteria

Active participation
Course assignments

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed