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Expert Communication SkillsLaajuus (5 cr)

Code: KS00DD59

Credits

5 op

Teaching language

  • Finnish

Objective

The student is able to
- identify and assess their communication skills and give, receive and use feedback to develop their communication skills
- act purposefully, appropriately and skilfully in communication and interaction situations in work life and in his/her professional field (text, presentation and group communication skills)
- take into account the requirements of the recipient/interaction partner, the situation and the field in which they are communicating
- communicate in a structured, understandable and convincing way
- develop their Finnish language and communication skills as part of their expertise and professional competence (willingness and motivation to continuously learn and develop communication skills).

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 14.09.2025

Timing

23.09.2025 - 26.11.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

2 op

Mode of delivery

60 % Contact teaching, 40 % Distance learning

Unit

Faculty of Technology (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Seats

18 - 40

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Wood Technology (in Finnish)
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Industrial Information Technology
Teachers
  • Annukka Salovaara
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • TLTIPUU25S
  • TLTIIIT25S
    Bachelor's Degree Programme in Industrial Information Technology 25S Lahti
Small groups
  • Lecture 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and assess their communication skills and give, receive and use feedback to develop their communication skills
- act purposefully, appropriately and skilfully in communication and interaction situations in work life and in his/her professional field (text, presentation and group communication skills)
- take into account the requirements of the recipient/interaction partner, the situation and the field in which they are communicating
- communicate in a structured, understandable and convincing way
- develop their Finnish language and communication skills as part of their expertise and professional competence (willingness and motivation to continuously learn and develop communication skills).

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

22.09.2025 - 21.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Faculty of Technology (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Seats

18 - 35

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Electrical and Automation Engineering (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Reetta Nyman
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • TLTISAT25S
Small groups
  • Lecture

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and assess their communication skills and give, receive and use feedback to develop their communication skills
- act purposefully, appropriately and skilfully in communication and interaction situations in work life and in his/her professional field (text, presentation and group communication skills)
- take into account the requirements of the recipient/interaction partner, the situation and the field in which they are communicating
- communicate in a structured, understandable and convincing way
- develop their Finnish language and communication skills as part of their expertise and professional competence (willingness and motivation to continuously learn and develop communication skills).

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

15.09.2025 - 21.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Faculty of Technology (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Seats

18 - 35

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Biomaterials and Food Technology (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Reetta Nyman
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • TLTIBET25S
Small groups
  • Lecture

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and assess their communication skills and give, receive and use feedback to develop their communication skills
- act purposefully, appropriately and skilfully in communication and interaction situations in work life and in his/her professional field (text, presentation and group communication skills)
- take into account the requirements of the recipient/interaction partner, the situation and the field in which they are communicating
- communicate in a structured, understandable and convincing way
- develop their Finnish language and communication skills as part of their expertise and professional competence (willingness and motivation to continuously learn and develop communication skills).

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.09.2025 - 30.11.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

2 op

Mode of delivery

60 % Contact teaching, 40 % Distance learning

Unit

Faculty of Technology (LAB)

Campus

Lappeenranta Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Seats

15 - 40

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Electrical and Automation Engineering (in Finnish)
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Industrial Mechanical Engineering
Teachers
  • Mirka Airesvuo
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Harjoitukset (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Tentti (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • TLPRMEC25S
    Bachelor's Degree Programme in Industrial Mechanical Engineering 25S Lappeenranta
  • TLPRSAT25S
Small groups
  • Lecture
  • Practice
  • Exam

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and assess their communication skills and give, receive and use feedback to develop their communication skills
- act purposefully, appropriately and skilfully in communication and interaction situations in work life and in his/her professional field (text, presentation and group communication skills)
- take into account the requirements of the recipient/interaction partner, the situation and the field in which they are communicating
- communicate in a structured, understandable and convincing way
- develop their Finnish language and communication skills as part of their expertise and professional competence (willingness and motivation to continuously learn and develop communication skills).

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.09.2025 - 07.05.2028

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

2 op

Mode of delivery

60 % Contact teaching, 40 % Distance learning

Unit

Faculty of Technology (LAB)

Campus

Lappeenranta Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Seats

15 - 35

Degree programmes
  • Language studies LAB
Teachers
  • Mirka Airesvuo
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Harjoitus R 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • TLPRKONE25S
Small groups
  • Lecture1
  • Practice R 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and assess their communication skills and give, receive and use feedback to develop their communication skills
- act purposefully, appropriately and skilfully in communication and interaction situations in work life and in his/her professional field (text, presentation and group communication skills)
- take into account the requirements of the recipient/interaction partner, the situation and the field in which they are communicating
- communicate in a structured, understandable and convincing way
- develop their Finnish language and communication skills as part of their expertise and professional competence (willingness and motivation to continuously learn and develop communication skills).

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

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
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Language studies LAB
Teachers
  • Reija Lindlöf
Scheduling groups
  • Toteutuksen opetusryhmä 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • TLTITVT25SV
Small groups
  • Scheduling group 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and assess their communication skills and give, receive and use feedback to develop their communication skills
- act purposefully, appropriately and skilfully in communication and interaction situations in work life and in his/her professional field (text, presentation and group communication skills)
- take into account the requirements of the recipient/interaction partner, the situation and the field in which they are communicating
- communicate in a structured, understandable and convincing way
- develop their Finnish language and communication skills as part of their expertise and professional competence (willingness and motivation to continuously learn and develop communication skills).

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

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
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Language studies LAB
Teachers
  • Martti Salo
Scheduling groups
  • Toteutuksen opetusryhmä 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • TLTITVT25SV
Small groups
  • Scheduling group 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and assess their communication skills and give, receive and use feedback to develop their communication skills
- act purposefully, appropriately and skilfully in communication and interaction situations in work life and in his/her professional field (text, presentation and group communication skills)
- take into account the requirements of the recipient/interaction partner, the situation and the field in which they are communicating
- communicate in a structured, understandable and convincing way
- develop their Finnish language and communication skills as part of their expertise and professional competence (willingness and motivation to continuously learn and develop communication skills).

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

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
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Language studies LAB
Teachers
  • Martti Salo
Scheduling groups
  • Toteutuksen opetusryhmä 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • TLTITVT25SV
Small groups
  • Scheduling group 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and assess their communication skills and give, receive and use feedback to develop their communication skills
- act purposefully, appropriately and skilfully in communication and interaction situations in work life and in his/her professional field (text, presentation and group communication skills)
- take into account the requirements of the recipient/interaction partner, the situation and the field in which they are communicating
- communicate in a structured, understandable and convincing way
- develop their Finnish language and communication skills as part of their expertise and professional competence (willingness and motivation to continuously learn and develop communication skills).

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Faculty of Technology (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Electrical and Automation Engineering (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Mirva Rainio
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • TLTISAT25S
Small groups
  • Lecture 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and assess their communication skills and give, receive and use feedback to develop their communication skills
- act purposefully, appropriately and skilfully in communication and interaction situations in work life and in his/her professional field (text, presentation and group communication skills)
- take into account the requirements of the recipient/interaction partner, the situation and the field in which they are communicating
- communicate in a structured, understandable and convincing way
- develop their Finnish language and communication skills as part of their expertise and professional competence (willingness and motivation to continuously learn and develop communication skills).

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

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
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Language studies LAB
Teachers
  • Marja Ahola
Scheduling groups
  • Toteutuksen opetusryhmä 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • TLTITVT25SV
Small groups
  • Scheduling group 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and assess their communication skills and give, receive and use feedback to develop their communication skills
- act purposefully, appropriately and skilfully in communication and interaction situations in work life and in his/her professional field (text, presentation and group communication skills)
- take into account the requirements of the recipient/interaction partner, the situation and the field in which they are communicating
- communicate in a structured, understandable and convincing way
- develop their Finnish language and communication skills as part of their expertise and professional competence (willingness and motivation to continuously learn and develop communication skills).

Implementation and methods of teaching

The implementation is intended for the group TLTITVT25SV, Bachelor of Engineering, Information and Communication Technology 25S, online studies, daytime implementation. The course will be conducted as online teaching during the first and second periods. In addition to joint meetings, the course includes independent work, both individually and in groups.

Timing and attendance

Active participation in face-to-face and real-time online teaching is mandatory; communication skills are practised during the lessons.

Learning material and recommended literature

The teacher shares the material in Moodle.

Exam retakes

5 credits = 135 hours of student work. The course is implemented on a tight schedule, including several written assignments and group work between meetings, so sufficient time must be reserved.

Learning environment

Real-time interactive online teaching and online materials in the Moodle course. Use a camera and headset during lessons to ensure a comfortable and safe learning experience and sufficient sound quality.

Student time use and work load

5 credits = 135 hours of student work. The course is implemented on a tight schedule and includes several written assignments and group work between meetings, so sufficient time must be reserved.

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.07.2028

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Faculty of Technology (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Language studies LAB
Teachers
  • Hannu Riipinen
Scheduling groups
  • Toteutuksen opetusryhmä 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • TLTIKONE25S
Small groups
  • Scheduling group 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and assess their communication skills and give, receive and use feedback to develop their communication skills
- act purposefully, appropriately and skilfully in communication and interaction situations in work life and in his/her professional field (text, presentation and group communication skills)
- take into account the requirements of the recipient/interaction partner, the situation and the field in which they are communicating
- communicate in a structured, understandable and convincing way
- develop their Finnish language and communication skills as part of their expertise and professional competence (willingness and motivation to continuously learn and develop communication skills).

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Faculty of Technology (LAB)

Campus

Lahti Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Language studies LAB
Teachers
  • Marja Ahola
Scheduling groups
  • Toteutuksen opetusryhmä 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • TLTISSE25S
    Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Solutions Engineering 25S Lahti
  • TLTISCT25S
    Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Construction Technology 25S Lahti
Small groups
  • Scheduling group 1

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- identify and assess their communication skills and give, receive and use feedback to develop their communication skills
- act purposefully, appropriately and skilfully in communication and interaction situations in work life and in his/her professional field (text, presentation and group communication skills)
- take into account the requirements of the recipient/interaction partner, the situation and the field in which they are communicating
- communicate in a structured, understandable and convincing way
- develop their Finnish language and communication skills as part of their expertise and professional competence (willingness and motivation to continuously learn and develop communication skills).

Assessment scale

1-5