Applied ProjectsLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: AT00CK16
Credits
5 op
Teaching language
- English
Objective
The student is able to
- to apply digital tools in circular economy development projects
- to act as a responsible member of the team and use digital / online tools in project management
- to make a practical project and present results in a form of a digital online publication
Enrollment
20.11.2024 - 03.01.2025
Timing
01.01.2025 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Faculty of Technology (LAB)
Campus
E-campus
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering
Teachers
- Heli Viik
Scheduling groups
- Verkkoluento 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
TLTISSE23SVBachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering 23SV Lahti
Small groups
- Online lecture 1
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- to apply digital tools in circular economy development projects
- to act as a responsible member of the team and use digital / online tools in project management
- to make a practical project and present results in a form of a digital online publication
Implementation and methods of teaching
A project work offered by the teacher or student's work place.
Timing and attendance
The course starts in week 10, 2025.
Learning material and recommended literature
Depending on the topic, the material and support will be provided by the teacher according to the project requirements and students' needs.
Alternative completion methods
Should be discussed with the course teacher.
Working life cooperation
Students will work on the real case/challenges.
Exam retakes
No exam
Learning environment
Online platforms, Moodle, Teams and Zoom
Student time use and work load
The workload is 135 h (5 credits) and most of the work is done in teams and independently.
Contents
Hands-on project where students apply digital tools to a real or simulated circular economy challenge.
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
Prerequisites: Basic project management skills.
Assessment criteria
The course evaluation is based on the following areas:
Project plan and project work, 40% of the grade
Reporting, 50% of the grade
Team/self reflection, 10% of the grade
Assessment scale
1-5
Failed (0)
Does not meet the course evaluation criteria. Does not sufficiently participate in the initial lecture or mentoring activities and / or does not select an acceptable applied project or perform the required presentations and reporting relating to at an acceptable level.
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
Grade 1: The student is able to
- search for information from different sources and apply it as a basis for activities in the development project, as well as justify their choice of sources
- use professional terminology related to digitalization, circular economy and project management consistently
- identify the starting points, needs, and challenges related to the development project assignments and work purposefully and proactively in selected tasks according to their field
- work in a group and contribute their own expertise, taking into account the objectives of the client
- clarify the instructions related to different activities and act accordingly, adhering to the ethical principles of their field
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
The student is able to
- evaluate, compare, and utilize different information sources related to the subject area of the development project
- use and communicate professional terminology related to the digitalization, circular economy and project management comprehensively to various target groups
- propose innovative and alternative solutions aligned with the chosen circular economy project to address the given challenges, and justify the basis, need, and appropriateness of the selected actions
- select with justification, the most suitable techniques, work methods, and processes as a foundation for their own and the group’s activities
- organize and guide actions related to the development project ethically, independently, and as part of a multidisciplinary team, taking into account the objectives set by the target groups
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
The student is able to
- apply and select relevant sources of information for the project topic in a justified manner
- expertly use and communicate professional terminology related to the digitalization, circular economy and project management comprehensively to various target groups and seamlessly integrate them into cohesive units that serve the development project
- purposefully plan and develop chosen activities, techniques, and models in work-life-oriented development projects independently and responsibly, considering the needs of the client and target group
- take responsibility for the planning and agreed-upon actions related to development project tasks independently and as a team member
- promote the professional development of their own group and, if needed, other communities
Enrollment
20.11.2023 - 05.01.2024
Timing
05.03.2024 - 31.05.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Faculty of Technology (LAB)
Campus
E-campus, Lahti
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering
Teachers
- Malahat Ghoreishi
Scheduling groups
- Lecture 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
TLTISSE22SV
Small groups
- Lecture 1
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- to apply digital tools in circular economy development projects
- to act as a responsible member of the team and use digital / online tools in project management
- to make a practical project and present results in a form of a digital online publication
Implementation and methods of teaching
This course is divided to 2 parts:
- A one week Bio-based battle course organized by NHL University of Applied Sciences, for which the students will receive 2 credits. Students will work in a multidisciplinary groups with students from different universities in Finland and the Netherlands.
- A project work offered by the teacher or student's work place. This counts as 3 credits.
Timing and attendance
The course starts in March from 18th-24th.
Participation is obligatory for the bio-based battle week.
Learning material and recommended literature
The material for the bio-based battle will be provided during that week by NHL.
For the project, the material and support will be provided by the teacher according to the project requirements and students' needs.
Alternative completion methods
Should be discussed with the teacher.
Working life cooperation
Students will work on the real case company challenges.
Exam retakes
No exam
Learning environment
Online platforms, Teams and Zoom
Student time use and work load
The workload is 135 h (5 credits) and most of the work is done independently.
Assessment scale
1-5
Failed (0)
Does not sufficiently participate in the initial lecture or mentoring activities and / or does not select an acceptable applied project or perform the required presentations and reporting relating to at an acceptable level.
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
Performs presentations and reporting relating to the chosen personal applied project at a minimal level.
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
Performs presentations and reporting relating to the chosen personal applied project reasonably well.
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
Performs presentations and reporting relating to the chosen personal applied project excellently.
Enrollment
21.11.2022 - 08.01.2023
Timing
09.01.2023 - 30.04.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Faculty of Technology (LAB)
Campus
E-campus, Lahti
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
10 - 50
Degree programmes
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering
Teachers
- Malahat Ghoreishi
- Paul Carroll
Scheduling groups
- Study group (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
TLTISSE21SV
-
TLTIEYM20S
Small groups
- Study group
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- to apply digital tools in circular economy development projects
- to act as a responsible member of the team and use digital / online tools in project management
- to make a practical project and present results in a form of a digital online publication
Implementation and methods of teaching
This fully online programme will be held on the following days (X hours/ day) XX Jan, YY and ZZ Feb, 10th March. Between each on-line contact day the students need to complete designated assignments, these will be either individual work or small-group work depending on the stage of the course. During the contact days presentations related to the task topic are carried out and commented on by the teachers and other participating students. The applied projects that form the basis for the course are both completed and on-going ones, with input from working life projects that students are/ or have previously been involved in being at all times encouraged and welcome.
Learning material and recommended literature
Suitable background readying material:
Alternative completion methods
Compensatory tasks for any course days or partsare to be discussed with the tutoring teacher.
Learning environment
The lecture material and other study materials will be provided in Moodle together with all instructions and assignments to be completed
Assessment scale
1-5
Failed (0)
Does not sufficiently participate in the initial lecture or mentoring activities and / or does not select an acceptable applied project or perform the required presentations and reporting relating to at an acceptable level.
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
Performs presentations and reporting relating to the chosen personal applied project at a minimal level.
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
Performs presentations and reporting relating to the chosen personal applied project reasonably well.
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
Performs presentations and reporting relating to the chosen personal applied project excellently.