Study Guide

Objective

After passing the course the student is expected to:
- master a modeling program for creating 3D models (Siemens NX)
- be able to create 3-D models and 2-D dimension drawings of them.
- Understand the opportunities and benefits that 3-D modeling brings.
- be familiar with the connection between design models and other production processes.

Content

- Solid models
- Surface models
- Pipe models
- Sheet metal models
- Assemblies with moving parts

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Knows how 3D models are built up and is able to independently create simple 3D models.
Knows the relationship between 3D model and drawing.
Knows how 3D modeling affects other areas of mechanical engineering.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Is able to independently build 3D models.
Understands the connections between 3D model and drawing and is able to document the 3D model.
Understands the principles with parameters.
Can basically take into account the impact of 3D modeling in other areas of mechanical engineering.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Is able to independently build complex 3D models.
Can document 3D models according to technical drawing rules.
Can apply parameters in the construction of 3D models.
Is able to independently take into account 3D modeling's impact in other areas of mechanical engineering.

Qualifications

Technical drawings

Further information

The course can be conducted remotely.

Objective

After passing the course, the student should know the selected parts of the truck technology, the rules that apply to the construction of constructions and construction and the legislation on heavy vehicles

Content

-Heavy vehicle braking systems and legislation on the
-Weight calculations in construction
-Dimensions and weights and coupling rules for heavy vehicles

Location and time

Wolffskavägen 33/ Bomullsgränd 3, Vaasa autumn semester 2025.

Materials

Presented by the lecturer at the beginning of the course

Teaching methods

Normal classroom teaching and practice work and, if necessary, online teaching.

Employer connections

Company visit is arranged during the course. Date and time is announced after the start of the course

Exam schedules

Announced by the teacher at the beginning of the course

Student workload

- Lectures
- Exercises
- Practice work
- Exam(s)

Content scheduling

- Lectures during the autumn semester
- Company visit during the first half of autumn semester
- Larger projects are presented at the beginning of the course. Results are presented at the end of the course
- Getting ready for exams during the whole semester

Further information

Lecturers contact info:
Mikael Tätting
0504776414
mikael.tatting@novia.fi
Room in Technobothnia, second floor, F4225

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

-Know the basics of compressed-air braking systems in heavy-duty vehicles of different year models.
-Approved exams and any submission work
Know legislation on measures and weights in heavy traffic

Assessment criteria, good (3)

-Can calculate the braking effect on a combination of vehicles based on given input values from a practical brake test. Can also perform a theoretical brake calculation as the basis for a design using computer software used in the industry
-Can perform design calculations manually and with computer programs
-Can apply current legislation when calculating vehicles and overload

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

-Can assess the brakes based on a practical brake calculation and investigate the reasons why the result does not meet regulatory requirements.
-Can independently perform calculations with computer programs and evaluate the suitability of the vehicle for use
-Can independently assess the most appropriate vehicle options for different shipments taking into account the dimensions O weight rules

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

-Approved exams and work assignments
-Participation in the course lectures

Assessment methods and criteria

- Presence and active participation in course
- Assignments / Projectwork
- Exam results

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

- Insufficient presence
- Not handed in assignment for evaluation
- Exam(s) not done or not passed

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

- Sufficient presence
- Mandatory assigments handed in and accepted
- Exam(s) done and passed

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

In addition to previous:
- Active participation in course
- Non-mandatory assigmnets handed in and accepted
- Good performance in exam(s)

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

In addition to previous:
- Good performance in both Mandatory and non-mandatory assignments
- Excellent results in exam(s)

Qualifications

Automotive Technology 1 (Recommended)

Objective

After completing the course, students are expected to
1. understand the basic building blocks of materia
2. express chemical reactions and to calculate the yield in a reaction based on limiting reagents
3. have an overview of different chemical analysis methods
4. have an overview of how they can apply their chemical knowledge in their own disciple
5. have completed chemical laboratory work, analyzed and documented the result acquired during the work

Content

- basic chemical concepts
- stoichiometry
- reactions in aqueous solutions
- gases
- basic in electrochemistry
- applications from various disciplines
- laboratory work
- laboratory safety
Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student is able to give an overview of the meaning of concepts, models, theories and working methods used in chemistry

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student is able to explain, in detail, the meaning of concepts, models, theories and working methods used in chemistry

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to explain, in a comprehensive and nuanced way, the meaning of concepts, models, theories and working methods used in chemistry

Qualifications

none

Objective

After completing the course, students are expected to
1. understand the basic building blocks of materia
2. express chemical reactions and to calculate the yield in a reaction based on limiting reagents
3. have an overview of different chemical analysis methods
4. have an overview of how they can apply their chemical knowledge in their own disciple
5. have completed chemical laboratory work, analyzed and documented the result acquired during the work

Content

- basic chemical concepts
- stoichiometry
- reactions in aqueous solutions
- gases
- basic in electrochemistry
- applications from various disciplines
- laboratory work
- laboratory safety
Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student is able to give an overview of the meaning of concepts, models, theories and working methods used in chemistry

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student is able to explain, in detail, the meaning of concepts, models, theories and working methods used in chemistry

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to explain, in a comprehensive and nuanced way, the meaning of concepts, models, theories and working methods used in chemistry

Qualifications

none

Objective

The student
-develops and demonstrates their ability to use their skills and knowledge in a way that's relevant to their studies
-is able to reflect, document and report on their development process
-is able to present their work in a professional way
-is able to think critically and analytically
-is able to demonstrate their professional competence

Content

Degree project according to the department's instruction.

Location and time

The course is carried out during the writing of the thesis as well as through the maturity test.

Materials

Not separate literature.

Teaching methods

The course corresponds to 15 credits of the thesis work, no separate teaching is provided. A written maturity test is included as defined by the examination regulations.

Exam schedules

The course is conducted during the writing of the thesis.

Completion alternatives

The course is completed when the thesis and the maturity test are approved.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

According to the evaluation matrix of the institution

Assessment criteria, good (3)

According to the evaluation matrix of the institution

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

According to the evaluation matrix of the institution

Assessment methods and criteria

The course is approved in connection with the thesis and the maturity test being approved.
The course is approved when the student has presented an approved thesis as well as passed the maturity test.

Qualifications

No demand on previous knowledge.

Objective

The student
-develops and demonstrates their ability to use their skills and knowledge in a way that's relevant to their studies
-is able to reflect, document and report on their development process
-is able to present their work in a professional way
-is able to think critically and analytically
-is able to demonstrate their professional competence

Content

Degree project according to the department's instruction.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

According to the evaluation matrix of the institution

Assessment criteria, good (3)

According to the evaluation matrix of the institution

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

According to the evaluation matrix of the institution

Qualifications

No demand on previous knowledge.

Objective

The student
-develops and demonstrates their ability to use their skills and knowledge in a way that's relevant to their studies
-is able to reflect, document and report on their development process
-is able to present their work in a professional way
-is able to think critically and analytically
-is able to demonstrate their professional competence

Content

Degree project according to the department's instruction.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

According to the evaluation matrix of the institution

Assessment criteria, good (3)

According to the evaluation matrix of the institution

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

According to the evaluation matrix of the institution

Qualifications

No demand on previous knowledge.

Objective

The student understands how, where and when to use the two basic concepts in mathematical analysis: derivation and integration.
The student can apply derivation and integration to various problems within their own field of study.
The student can use mathematical software to analyze measured data ​​or other collected data sets.

Content

- Limit calculations
- Definition of derivatives
- Tangent and linearisation
- Derivation rules
- Extreme value problems
- Second derivative and convexity
- Applications of derivatives in different fields
- Numerical derivation
- Primitive function (antiderivative)
- Definition of integrals
- Integration rules
- Area calculations, volume integrals
- Integral applications from own specialist area
- Numerical integration
- Mathematical software (Mathcad, Matlab, GeoGebra or equivalent) as a tool for solving problems

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Derivatives: Basic understanding of the concept of derivatives. Master simple derivation rules.
Integrals: Basic understanding of the integral concept. Master simple integration rules.
Modeling and numerical methods: Have some understanding of how to make a mathematical model and how it can be solved numerically.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Derivatives: Is able to solve common types of extreme value problems using derivatives
Integrals: Is able to calculate areas and volumes using integrals. Is able to solve mechanical problems using integrals.
Modeling and numerical methods: Understands how to make a mathematical model and how it can be solved numerically.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Derivatives: Can apply theory to more complicated applications and calculations.
Integrals: Can apply the theory to more complicated applications and calculations (rotational surfaces, arc lengths, etc.).
Modeling and numerical methods: Can construct and numerically solve more complicated models with calculation software.

Qualifications

Functions and equations 1,
Geometry and vectors,
Functions and equations 2.

Objective

- The course covers the basic concepts in electrical safety, electricity, electric motors and electrical installations.
- Students learn the central concepts and dangers that electricity can bring

Content

- Charges, Coulomb's law and electric fields
- Potential and voltage, current and resistance
Ohm's law
Kirchhoff's laws
- Electrical power and energy
- Alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC)
3-phase
Frequency
- Electric motors
Asynchronous motors
Synchronous motors
DC motors
- Electrical safety
- Electrical installation
Fuses
Residual current protection
Color marking of conductors

Location and time

Weeks 36 - 41

Materials

Compendium and textbook.

Teaching methods

Lectures
Practical calculation
Simulations
Self studies
Home exercises

Exam schedules

Week 41.

Completion alternatives

Written exam with possibility to get extra points from the home exercises.

Student workload

Altogether 81 hours, of which 36 hours are given as classroom education. Six weeks with three two-hour lectures per week.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

- Can solve simple calculations using Ohm's law, power law and Coulomb's law
- Knows the difference between AC voltage and DC voltage
- Can calculate the resistance of a conductor
- Knows the main types of electric motors
- Knows basic things about electrical safety
- Knows the color marking of conductors in electrical installations in buildings

Assessment criteria, good (3)

- Can calculate replacement resistance for series and parallel connected resistors
- Can calculate potential in circuits
- Can describe in more detail the difference between different types of electric motors
- Has a more detailed understanding of electrical safety
- Knows the role of a fuse and a residual current device in an electrical installation
- Understands the placement of the phases from a geometric perspective

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

- Can calculate current and voltage in combined series and parallel connections of resistors
- Can calculate currents, voltages and phase differences in simple AC circuits

Assessment methods and criteria

The written exam has four questions with six points each. A total of 24 points. All questions are calculations.
Six points in a task require complete calculation with the right values ​​and the right answer.
Points are given for correct thinking, carelessness gives deductions.
The home exercises can give a maximum of six points extra.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Less than 8 points from the written exam.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Grade 1: 8 - 11,5 points.
Grade 2: 12 - 15,5 points.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Grade 3: 16 - 19,5 points.
Grade 4: 20 - 23,5 points.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

24 points and more.

Qualifications

No prerequisites

Objective

- The course covers the basic concepts in electrical safety, electricity, electric motors and electrical installations.
- Students learn the central concepts and dangers that electricity can bring

Content

- Charges, Coulomb's law and electric fields
- Potential and voltage, current and resistance
Ohm's law
Kirchhoff's laws
- Electrical power and energy
- Alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC)
3-phase
Frequency
- Electric motors
Asynchronous motors
Synchronous motors
DC motors
- Electrical safety
- Electrical installation
Fuses
Residual current protection
Color marking of conductors

Location and time

Weeks 36 - 41

Materials

Compendium and textbook.

Teaching methods

Lectures
Practical calculation
Simulations
Self studies
Home exercises

Exam schedules

Week 41.

Completion alternatives

Written exam with possibility to get extra points from the home exercises.

Student workload

Altogether 81 hours, of which 36 hours are given as classroom education. Six weeks with three two-hour lectures per week.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

- Can solve simple calculations using Ohm's law, power law and Coulomb's law
- Knows the difference between AC voltage and DC voltage
- Can calculate the resistance of a conductor
- Knows the main types of electric motors
- Knows basic things about electrical safety
- Knows the color marking of conductors in electrical installations in buildings

Assessment criteria, good (3)

- Can calculate replacement resistance for series and parallel connected resistors
- Can calculate potential in circuits
- Can describe in more detail the difference between different types of electric motors
- Has a more detailed understanding of electrical safety
- Knows the role of a fuse and a residual current device in an electrical installation
- Understands the placement of the phases from a geometric perspective

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

- Can calculate current and voltage in combined series and parallel connections of resistors
- Can calculate currents, voltages and phase differences in simple AC circuits

Assessment methods and criteria

The written exam has four questions with six points each. A total of 24 points. All questions are calculations.
Six points in a task require complete calculation with the right values ​​and the right answer.
Points are given for correct thinking, carelessness gives deductions.
The home exercises can give a maximum of six points extra.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Less than 8 points from the written exam.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Grade 1: 8 - 11,5 points.
Grade 2: 12 - 15,5 points.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Grade 3: 16 - 19,5 points.
Grade 4: 20 - 23,5 points.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

24 points and more.

Qualifications

No prerequisites

Objective

- The course covers the basic concepts in electrical safety, electricity, electric motors and electrical installations.
- Students learn the central concepts and dangers that electricity can bring

Content

- Charges, Coulomb's law and electric fields
- Potential and voltage, current and resistance
Ohm's law
Kirchhoff's laws
- Electrical power and energy
- Alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC)
3-phase
Frequency
- Electric motors
Asynchronous motors
Synchronous motors
DC motors
- Electrical safety
- Electrical installation
Fuses
Residual current protection
Color marking of conductors

Materials

Course notes or similar material with theory and exercises
Course literature

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

- Can solve simple calculations using Ohm's law, power law and Coulomb's law
- Knows the difference between AC voltage and DC voltage
- Can calculate the resistance of a conductor
- Knows the main types of electric motors
- Knows basic things about electrical safety
- Knows the color marking of conductors in electrical installations in buildings

Assessment criteria, good (3)

- Can calculate replacement resistance for series and parallel connected resistors
- Can calculate potential in circuits
- Can describe in more detail the difference between different types of electric motors
- Has a more detailed understanding of electrical safety
- Knows the role of a fuse and a residual current device in an electrical installation
- Understands the placement of the phases from a geometric perspective

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

- Can calculate current and voltage in combined series and parallel connections of resistors
- Can calculate currents, voltages and phase differences in simple AC circuits

Qualifications

No prerequisites

Objective

After completing the course, students are expected to have knowledge of designing production current internal combustion engines. She will master the thermodynamic and combustion engineering basics as well as constructive aspects of manufacturing methods, material selection, etc. Students should also have knowledge of emissions from diesel and otto engines and how to reduce them.

Content

- Introduction
- History
- Engine components
- Comparison Factors
- Gas exchange and combustion
- Thermodynamics
- Mechanics
- Utility Systems
- Overcharging
- Fuels
- issues

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Know:
- different types of engines and working principles
- combustion engine main parts, gas exchange and combustion.
- different thermodynamic processes, properties and calculations.
- the location of the internal combustion engine in different contexts and disciplines.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

understand:
- how different components affect engine performance.
- how different main parts of the internal combustion engine affect performance and emissions.

Can calculate and select engine technical components.
Able to answer and ask questions regarding motor engineering terms orally and in writing.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Can independently:
- select and plan different engine technology applications.
- select and design solutions that affect the internal combustion engine.
- calculate mass forces, torques and vibrations in the internal combustion engine.

Can argue and present for different choices of engines and technical solutions.

Qualifications

None

Objective

After completing the course, students should know the mathematical methods on which the FE tools are based. They can explain different types of analysis for which the tool can be used and can also decide on suitable models for the most common analyzes. Students should be able to independently perform linear static analyzes on ordinary machine elements and also carry out non-linear analyzes with supervision.

Content

- Introduction
- Linear static models
- Modal analysis
- Response analysis
- Thermal analysis
- Buckling and cracking
- Contact voltage
- Optimization
- Non-linear static models

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Can describe the basic relationship on which the FE method is based.

Knows about the most fundamental factors that influence the idealization of FE models.

Knows the difference between different analytical methods and can decide which analyzes are suitable for basic strength analysis.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Can determine which element types and boundary conditions are suitable for the most common FE analyzes.

Understands how basic idealization of real geometry can both improve and impair the reliability of results in an FE analysis.

Can use more advanced analyzes, partly with the help of breathing.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Can independently build FE models taking into account suitable algorithms.

Can independently decide how a model should be constructed and idealized from the physical model without jeopardizing the accuracy of the results.

Can independently perform advanced analyzes in both structural analysis and thermodynamics.

Qualifications

Strength of Materials 1,Strength of Materials 2

Objective

The student
- has a good general vocabulary
- masters the central grammar
- understands general Finnish texts (factual texts, articles, etc.)
- understands and is able to write everyday life's letters and messages
- can orally cope in everyday situations

Content

- Repetition of the central grammar
- School and studies
- Working life
- Environment
- Daily situations

Application according to specific education may occur.

Location and time

Autumn 2025, Wolffskavägen 33

Materials

Study material and compendium on Moodle.

Teaching methods

- oral and written exercises
- Tandem
- own work, assignments
- shorter lectures
- attendance 80 %

Exam schedules

Exam during last lesson
Retake on general re-examination

Completion alternatives

Bilingual students have done a validation of the course in the beginning of their studies.

Student workload

2 credits = 54 h work (c. 24 h in class, c. 30 h own work)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Assessment methods and criteria

The assessment is based on
- class activity
- assignments
- exam

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

For the assessment of knowledge in Finnish as a second domestic, Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used. Level B1 indicates satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

For the assessment of knowledge in Finnish as a second domestic, Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used. Level B1 indicates satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

For the assessment of knowledge in Finnish as a second domestic, Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used. Level B1 indicates satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

For the assessment of knowledge in Finnish as a second domestic, Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used. Level B1 indicates satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Qualifications

The starting level is B1, which corresponds to C in long Finnish (A-Finnish) or M in short Finnish (B-Finnish) in the student.

Objective

The student
- has a good general vocabulary
- masters the central grammar
- understands general Finnish texts (factual texts, articles, etc.)
- understands and is able to write everyday life's letters and messages
- can orally cope in everyday situations

Content

- Repetition of the central grammar
- School and studies
- Working life
- Environment
- Daily situations

Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Qualifications

The starting level is B1, which corresponds to C in long Finnish (A-Finnish) or M in short Finnish (B-Finnish) in the student.

Objective

The student
- has a good general vocabulary
- masters the central grammar
- understands general Finnish texts (factual texts, articles, etc.)
- understands and is able to write everyday life's letters and messages
- can orally cope in everyday situations

Content

- Repetition of the central grammar
- School and studies
- Working life
- Environment
- Daily situations

Application according to specific education may occur.

Location and time

Autumn 2025, Campus Vaasa

Materials

Study material and compendium on Moodle.

Teaching methods

- oral and written exercises
- own work, assignments
- shorter lectures
- attendance 80 %

Exam schedules

Exam during last lesson
Retake on general re-examination

Completion alternatives

Bilingual students have done a validation of the course in the beginning of their studies.

Student workload

2 credits = 54 h work (c. 24 h in class, c. 30 h own work)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Assessment methods and criteria

The assessment is based on
- class activity
- assignments
- exam

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

For the assessment of knowledge in Finnish as a second domestic, Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used. Level B1 indicates satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

For the assessment of knowledge in Finnish as a second domestic, Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used. Level B1 indicates satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

For the assessment of knowledge in Finnish as a second domestic, Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used. Level B1 indicates satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

For the assessment of knowledge in Finnish as a second domestic, Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used. Level B1 indicates satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Qualifications

The starting level is B1, which corresponds to C in long Finnish (A-Finnish) or M in short Finnish (B-Finnish) in the student.

Objective

The student
- has a good general vocabulary
- masters the central grammar
- understands general Finnish texts (factual texts, articles, etc.)
- understands and is able to write everyday life's letters and messages
- can orally cope in everyday situations

Content

- Repetition of the central grammar
- School and studies
- Working life
- Environment
- Daily situations

Application according to specific education may occur.

Location and time

Spring 2026, Campus Vaasa

Materials

Study material and compendium on Moodle.

Teaching methods

- oral and written exercises
- own work, assignments
- shorter lectures
- attendance 80 %

Exam schedules

Exam during last lesson
Retake on general re-examination

Completion alternatives

Bilingual students have done a validation of the course in the beginning of their studies.

Student workload

2 credits = 54 h work (c. 24 h in class, c. 30 h own work)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Assessment methods and criteria

The assessment is based on
- class activity
- assignments
- exam

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

For the assessment of knowledge in Finnish as a second domestic, Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used. Level B1 indicates satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

For the assessment of knowledge in Finnish as a second domestic, Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used. Level B1 indicates satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

For the assessment of knowledge in Finnish as a second domestic, Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used. Level B1 indicates satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

For the assessment of knowledge in Finnish as a second domestic, Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used. Level B1 indicates satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Qualifications

The starting level is B1, which corresponds to C in long Finnish (A-Finnish) or M in short Finnish (B-Finnish) in the student.

Objective

The student
- masters the central vocabulary in the own field
- can deal with work-related situations orally and in writing
- is able to write different types of texts and prepare different types of documents
- understands and is able to make use of information from texts (articles, official documents etc.) concerning the own field
- is able to give a structured presentation in Finnish
- can attend and lead a meeting in Finnish
- masters the central grammar orally and in writing

- must demonstrate such knowledge (orally and in writing) in Finnish as required by law (424/2003) by public employees

Content

- Working life and own field
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Communications
- Meeting technology and terminology
- Thesis abstract

- Application according to specific education may occur.

Location and time

Autumn 2025, Wolffskavägen 33

Materials

Compendium + other material on Moodle.

Teaching methods

- Language of teaching Finnish
- Interactive lessons (attendance 75 %)
- Shorter lectures
- Pair and group discussions
- Written exercises and written assignments
- Own work
- Presentation and opposition
- Oral and written exam

Exam schedules

Oral exam during the course.
Written exam during the last lesson.
Retake on general re-examination.

Completion alternatives

Bilingual students can take the course partially at a distance. Some occasions are mandatory for everyone. More info on the first lesson.

Student workload

4 credits = 108 h work (c. 42 h in class, c. 66 h own work)

Further information

Remember to also sign up for the written and oral parts.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).

Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.

All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).

Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.

All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).

Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.

All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment methods and criteria

Assessment on the basis of
- Oral exam, oral presentation and other oral exercises (including kokous)
- Written exams/tests
- Written assignments
- Class activity
- Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Qualifications

Suomi

Objective

The student
- masters the central vocabulary in the own field
- can deal with work-related situations orally and in writing
- is able to write different types of texts and prepare different types of documents
- understands and is able to make use of information from texts (articles, official documents etc.) concerning the own field
- is able to give a structured presentation in Finnish
- can attend and lead a meeting in Finnish
- masters the central grammar orally and in writing

- must demonstrate such knowledge (orally and in writing) in Finnish as required by law (424/2003) by public employees

Content

- Working life and own field
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Communications
- Meeting technology and terminology
- Thesis abstract

- Application according to specific education may occur.

Location and time

Autumn 2024, Wolffskavägen 33

Materials

Compendium + other material on Moodle.

Teaching methods

- Language of teaching Finnish
- Interactive lessons (attendance 75 %)
- Shorter lectures
- Pair and group discussions
- Written exercises and written assignments
- Own work
- Presentation and opposition
- Oral and written exam

Exam schedules

Oral exam during the course.
Written exam during the last lesson.
Retake on general re-examination.

Completion alternatives

Bilingual students can take the course partially at a distance. Some occasions are mandatory for everyone. More info on the first lesson.

Student workload

4 credits = 108 h work (c. 42 h in class, c. 66 h own work)

Further information

Remember to also sign up for the written and oral parts.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).

Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.

All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).

Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.

All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).

Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.

All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment methods and criteria

Assessment on the basis of
- Oral exam, oral presentation and other oral exercises (including kokous)
- Written exams/tests
- Written assignments
- Class activity
- Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Qualifications

Suomi

Objective

The student
- masters the central vocabulary in the own field
- can deal with work-related situations orally and in writing
- is able to write different types of texts and prepare different types of documents
- understands and is able to make use of information from texts (articles, official documents etc.) concerning the own field
- is able to give a structured presentation in Finnish
- can attend and lead a meeting in Finnish
- masters the central grammar orally and in writing

- must demonstrate such knowledge (orally and in writing) in Finnish as required by law (424/2003) by public employees

Content

- Working life and own field
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Communications
- Meeting technology and terminology
- Thesis abstract

- Application according to specific education may occur.

Location and time

Autumn 2025, Wolffskavägen 33

Materials

Compendium + other material on Moodle.

Teaching methods

- Language of teaching Finnish
- Interactive lessons (attendance 75 %)
- Shorter lectures
- Pair and group discussions
- Written exercises and written assignments
- Own work
- Presentation and opposition
- Oral and written exam

Exam schedules

Oral exam during the course.
Written exam during the last lesson.
Retake on general re-examination.

Completion alternatives

Bilingual students can take the course partially at a distance. Some occasions are mandatory for everyone. More info on the first lesson.

Student workload

4 credits = 108 h work (c. 42 h in class, c. 66 h own work)

Further information

Remember to also sign up for the written and oral parts.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).

Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.

All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).

Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.

All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).

Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.

All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment methods and criteria

Assessment on the basis of
- Oral exam, oral presentation and other oral exercises (including kokous)
- Written exams/tests
- Written assignments
- Class activity
- Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Qualifications

Suomi

Objective

The student
- masters the central vocabulary in the own field
- can deal with work-related situations orally and in writing
- is able to write different types of texts and prepare different types of documents
- understands and is able to make use of information from texts (articles, official documents etc.) concerning the own field
- is able to give a structured presentation in Finnish
- can attend and lead a meeting in Finnish
- masters the central grammar orally and in writing

- must demonstrate such knowledge (orally and in writing) in Finnish as required by law (424/2003) by public employees

Content

- Working life and own field
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Communications
- Meeting technology and terminology
- Thesis abstract

- Application according to specific education may occur.

Location and time

Autumn 2025, Wolffskavägen 33

Materials

Material on Moodle.

Teaching methods

- Language of teaching Finnish
- Interactive lessons (attendance 75 %)
- Shorter lectures
- Pair and group discussions
- Written exercises and written assignments
- Own work
- Presentation and opposition
- Oral and written exam

Exam schedules

Oral exam during the course.
Written exam during the course.
Retake on general re-examination.

Completion alternatives

Bilingual students can take the course partially at a distance. Some occasions are mandatory for everyone. More info on the first lesson.

Student workload

4 credits = 108 h work

Further information

Remember to also sign up for the written and oral parts.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).

Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.

All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).

Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.

All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).

Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.

All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment methods and criteria

Assessment on the basis of exams and Assignments

Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Qualifications

Suomi

Objective

The student
- masters the central vocabulary in the own field
- can deal with work-related situations orally and in writing
- is able to write different types of texts and prepare different types of documents
- understands and is able to make use of information from texts (articles, official documents etc.) concerning the own field
- is able to give a structured presentation in Finnish
- can attend and lead a meeting in Finnish
- masters the central grammar orally and in writing

- must demonstrate such knowledge (orally and in writing) in Finnish as required by law (424/2003) by public employees

Content

- Working life and own field
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Communications
- Meeting technology and terminology
- Thesis abstract

- Application according to specific education may occur.

Location and time

Autumn 2025

Materials

Material in Moodle.

Teaching methods

- Language of teaching Finnish
- Interactive lessons
- Shorter lectures
- Pair and group discussions
- Written exercises and written assignments
- Own work
- Presentation
- Oral and written exam. Oral exam online, written exam in school.

Exam schedules

Oral exam during the course.
Written exam during general re-examination
Retake on general re-examination.

Student workload

4 credits = 108 h work

Further information

Remember to also sign up for the written and oral parts.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).

Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.

All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).

Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.

All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).

Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.

All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment methods and criteria

Assessment on the basis of
- Oral exam, oral presentation and other oral exercises
- Written exams/tests
- Written assignments
- Class activity
- Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.

Qualifications

Suomi

Objective

The student :
- is able to solve equations of first and second degree
- masters basic simplification of simple mathematical formulas and expressions.
- understands and is able to find linear relationships between two variables
- is able to solve systems of linear equations
- is familiar with the parabola and its equations
- knows how mathematical models can be applied in problem solving.

Content

Fractions
Powers
Polynomials
Rational expressions
Square roots, general roots
First degree equations
Linear functions, Straight lines
Systems of equations
Quadratic equations
Rational equations
Parabola, Quadratic functions
Enequalities

Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student masters basic simplification of simple mathematical formulas and expressions.
Can solve simple equations of the first and second degree.
Can solve simple linear equation systems
Have a basic understanding of elementary functions (linear, polynomial and rational functions)
Can solve quantities from simple formulas
Have some understanding of how to use a mathematical model and how it can be solved

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student masters the simplification of mathematical formulas and expressions.
Can solve slightly more demanding equations and equation systems.
Have a good understanding of basic functions and linear relationships
Can redeem quantities from more demanding formulas.
Have a good understanding of how to use a mathematical model and how it can be solved.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student masters demanding simplifications of mathematical formulas and expressions.
Can solve more challenging equations and equation systems.
Has excellent understanding of elementary functions and linear relationships
Can extract quantities from a system of formulas.
Can apply mathematical models to various technical problems.

Qualifications

None

Objective

After completing the course, the student should be able to describe energy use, energy sources, energy conversion processes and energy technical equipment. The student should be able to assess these, at a basic level, from a technical, economic and sustainability point of view.

Content

Energy use in Finland and globally
Energy sources and energy production
Energy engineering apparatus
Energy conversion, storage and transport
Fuels and combustion technology
Combustion engines and other heat engines
Power production
Sustainability and environmental aspects of energy production
Energy economy

Location and time

Autumn-Winter 2024 Place: Vaasa Campus
Lectures in class are held in Novia according to the schedule in Peppi/Tuudo.

The time for submission of assessed material and any additional materials is within the lecture lesson schedule - or no later than two weeks after the last lesson.

Materials

Course documentation is within Moodle together with relevant teaching materials and reference documents

Teaching methods

Competence objectives of the study unit
After completing the course, the student should be able to describe energy use, energy sources, energy conversion processes and energy technical equipment. The student should be able to assess these, at a basic level, from a technical, economic and sustainability point of view.

Format of delivery
Lectures, and directed self-study

Information and study materials are provided in Moodle for the course

Exam schedules

Moodle and in-class directed exams (x4) are held at week intervals

Final exam to be held in 48 with resit exam held in 49

Final resit exam to be held January 2025

Student workload

3 ETCS = 81 hours

Contact teaching ~ 20 hr
Independent studying and preparation ~ 60 hr

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Can describe the usual energy sources and extraction methods.
Can describe apparatus and central processes in energy production and energy use and can say where they are used.
Can describe the main features of energy supply and use in Finland and globally.
Can mention the most important environmental aspects of energy production and energy use.
Can list the greenhouse gases and describe how and where they are emitted.
Can explain the central cost components of energy production.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Can compare different energy sources regarding properties and limitations.
Can compare properties and limitations of equipment and processes in energy technology. Can explain the operating principle of energy engineering equipment.
Can compare energy supply and consumption in Finland, neighboring countries and other important countries.
Can name methods for reducing the environmental impact and can explain their operating principle.
Can compare the climate impact fof different forms of energy production.
Can compare the costs of the most common forms of energy production.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Can describe development trends and be able to assess the development opportunities for new energy sources and new types of energy equipment.
Can explain the underlying causes of differences in energy supply and energy use between different countries and regions.
Can assess methods for reducing environmental impact from a technical and economic perspective.
Can describe how the greenhouse effect works and can explain the most important mechanisms in the climate system.
Can make a profitability calculation for simple energy-technical investments.

Assessment methods and criteria

The following criteria are used for evaluation:

1. Moodle in-class multichoice and directed study exam(s) - account for 50% of the grade
2. Final exam - account for 50% of the grade

The course grade is based on the total % from these components

Students are able to assess their progress as they complete the course

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

<40% of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

40-59% (=1) or 60-69% (=2) of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments respectively

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

70-79% (=3) or 80-89% (=4) of the maximum number of credits earned in the examination respectively

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

90-100% (=5) of the maximum number of credits earned in the examination respectively

Qualifications

Hydromechanics and Thermal Physics (recommended)

Objective

After completing the course, the student should be able to describe energy use, energy sources, energy conversion processes and energy technical equipment. The student should be able to assess these, at a basic level, from a technical, economic and sustainability point of view.

Content

Energy use in Finland and globally
Energy sources and energy production
Energy engineering apparatus
Energy conversion, storage and transport
Fuels and combustion technology
Combustion engines and other heat engines
Power production
Sustainability and environmental aspects of energy production
Energy economy

Location and time

Autumn-Winter 2024 Place: Vaasa Campus
Lectures in class are held in Novia according to the schedule in Peppi/Tuudo.

The time for submission of assessed material and any additional materials is within the lecture lesson schedule - or no later than two weeks after the last lesson.

Materials

Course documentation is within Moodle together with relevant teaching materials and reference documents

Teaching methods

Competence objectives of the study unit
After completing the course, the student should be able to describe energy use, energy sources, energy conversion processes and energy technical equipment. The student should be able to assess these, at a basic level, from a technical, economic and sustainability point of view.

Format of delivery
Lectures, and directed self-study

Information and study materials are provided in Moodle for the course

Exam schedules

Moodle and in-class directed exams (x4) are held at week intervals

Final exam to be held in 48 with resit exam held in 49

Final resit exam to be held January 2025

Student workload

3 ETCS = 81 hours

Contact teaching ~ 20 hr
Independent studying and preparation ~ 60 hr

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Can describe the usual energy sources and extraction methods.
Can describe apparatus and central processes in energy production and energy use and can say where they are used.
Can describe the main features of energy supply and use in Finland and globally.
Can mention the most important environmental aspects of energy production and energy use.
Can list the greenhouse gases and describe how and where they are emitted.
Can explain the central cost components of energy production.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Can compare different energy sources regarding properties and limitations.
Can compare properties and limitations of equipment and processes in energy technology. Can explain the operating principle of energy engineering equipment.
Can compare energy supply and consumption in Finland, neighboring countries and other important countries.
Can name methods for reducing the environmental impact and can explain their operating principle.
Can compare the climate impact fof different forms of energy production.
Can compare the costs of the most common forms of energy production.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Can describe development trends and be able to assess the development opportunities for new energy sources and new types of energy equipment.
Can explain the underlying causes of differences in energy supply and energy use between different countries and regions.
Can assess methods for reducing environmental impact from a technical and economic perspective.
Can describe how the greenhouse effect works and can explain the most important mechanisms in the climate system.
Can make a profitability calculation for simple energy-technical investments.

Assessment methods and criteria

The following criteria are used for evaluation:

1. Moodle in-class multichoice and directed study exam(s) - account for 50% of the grade
2. Final exam - account for 50% of the grade

The course grade is based on the total % from these components

Students are able to assess their progress as they complete the course

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

<40% of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

40-59% (=1) or 60-69% (=2) of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments respectively

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

70-79% (=3) or 80-89% (=4) of the maximum number of credits earned in the examination respectively

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

90-100% (=5) of the maximum number of credits earned in the examination respectively

Qualifications

Hydromechanics and Thermal Physics (recommended)

Objective

After completing the course, the student should be able to describe energy use, energy sources, energy conversion processes and energy technical equipment. The student should be able to assess these, at a basic level, from a technical, economic and sustainability point of view.

Content

Energy use in Finland and globally
Energy sources and energy production
Energy engineering apparatus
Energy conversion, storage and transport
Fuels and combustion technology
Combustion engines and other heat engines
Power production
Sustainability and environmental aspects of energy production
Energy economy

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Can describe the usual energy sources and extraction methods.
Can describe apparatus and central processes in energy production and energy use and can say where they are used.
Can describe the main features of energy supply and use in Finland and globally.
Can mention the most important environmental aspects of energy production and energy use.
Can list the greenhouse gases and describe how and where they are emitted.
Can explain the central cost components of energy production.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Can compare different energy sources regarding properties and limitations.
Can compare properties and limitations of equipment and processes in energy technology. Can explain the operating principle of energy engineering equipment.
Can compare energy supply and consumption in Finland, neighboring countries and other important countries.
Can name methods for reducing the environmental impact and can explain their operating principle.
Can compare the climate impact fof different forms of energy production.
Can compare the costs of the most common forms of energy production.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Can describe development trends and be able to assess the development opportunities for new energy sources and new types of energy equipment.
Can explain the underlying causes of differences in energy supply and energy use between different countries and regions.
Can assess methods for reducing environmental impact from a technical and economic perspective.
Can describe how the greenhouse effect works and can explain the most important mechanisms in the climate system.
Can make a profitability calculation for simple energy-technical investments.

Qualifications

Hydromechanics and Thermal Physics (recommended)

Objective

The student :
- is able to solve every kind of triangle ( both right angled triangles and others )
- is able to calculate areas and volumes of figures and solids
- is able to perform calculations with two-dimensional vectors and three-dimensional vectors.
- is familiar with matrices and masters simply calculations with matrices

Content

- Right angled triangles
- Basic trigonometric functions (cosine, sine and tangent)
- Angle units (degrees vs radians)
- The sine and cosine formula
- Uniformity and scales
- Area- and volume caculations
- Definition of the vector concept
- Rules for vector operations
- Dot product
- Projections
- Cross product
- Introduction to matrices
- MatchCad exercises

Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Trigonometry: Master the trigonometry of right angled triangles
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes of simple figures and bodies
Vectors: Can perform calculations with two-dimensional vectors
Matrices: Knows matrices and can perform simple calculations with them
Models and problem solving: Have some understanding of how to use a mathematical model and how it can be solved.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Trigonometry: Master the trigonometry of any triangle
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes for more complicated figures and bodies
Vectors: Can do basic calculations with three-dimensional vectors
Matrices: Is able to calculate the value of a determinant
Models and problem solving: Have a good understanding of how to use a mathematical model and how it can be solved.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Trigonometry: Can apply the theory for solving more complicated problems
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes for figures and bodies using vectors
Vectors: Can apply vectors to more complicated problems and master the use of vectors in software programs.
Matrices: Master the use of matrices in software programs
Models and problem solving: Can apply mathematical models to technical problems.

Qualifications

No prerequisites

Objective

The student :
- is able to solve every kind of triangle ( both right angled triangles and others )
- is able to calculate areas and volumes of figures and solids
- is able to perform calculations with two-dimensional vectors and three-dimensional vectors.
- is familiar with matrices and masters simply calculations with matrices

Content

- Right angled triangles
- Basic trigonometric functions (cosine, sine and tangent)
- Angle units (degrees vs radians)
- The sine and cosine formula
- Uniformity and scales
- Area- and volume caculations
- Definition of the vector concept
- Rules for vector operations
- Dot product
- Projections
- Cross product
- Introduction to matrices
- MatchCad exercises

Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Trigonometry: Master the trigonometry of right angled triangles
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes of simple figures and bodies
Vectors: Can perform calculations with two-dimensional vectors
Matrices: Knows matrices and can perform simple calculations with them
Models and problem solving: Have some understanding of how to use a mathematical model and how it can be solved.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Trigonometry: Master the trigonometry of any triangle
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes for more complicated figures and bodies
Vectors: Can do basic calculations with three-dimensional vectors
Matrices: Is able to calculate the value of a determinant
Models and problem solving: Have a good understanding of how to use a mathematical model and how it can be solved.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Trigonometry: Can apply the theory for solving more complicated problems
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes for figures and bodies using vectors
Vectors: Can apply vectors to more complicated problems and master the use of vectors in software programs.
Matrices: Master the use of matrices in software programs
Models and problem solving: Can apply mathematical models to technical problems.

Qualifications

No prerequisites

Objective

The student :
- is able to solve every kind of triangle ( both right angled triangles and others )
- is able to calculate areas and volumes of figures and solids
- is able to perform calculations with two-dimensional vectors and three-dimensional vectors.
- is familiar with matrices and masters simply calculations with matrices

Content

- Right angled triangles
- Basic trigonometric functions (cosine, sine and tangent)
- Angle units (degrees vs radians)
- The sine and cosine formula
- Uniformity and scales
- Area- and volume caculations
- Definition of the vector concept
- Rules for vector operations
- Dot product
- Projections
- Cross product
- Introduction to matrices
- MatchCad exercises

Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Trigonometry: Master the trigonometry of right angled triangles
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes of simple figures and bodies
Vectors: Can perform calculations with two-dimensional vectors
Matrices: Knows matrices and can perform simple calculations with them
Models and problem solving: Have some understanding of how to use a mathematical model and how it can be solved.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Trigonometry: Master the trigonometry of any triangle
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes for more complicated figures and bodies
Vectors: Can do basic calculations with three-dimensional vectors
Matrices: Is able to calculate the value of a determinant
Models and problem solving: Have a good understanding of how to use a mathematical model and how it can be solved.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Trigonometry: Can apply the theory for solving more complicated problems
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes for figures and bodies using vectors
Vectors: Can apply vectors to more complicated problems and master the use of vectors in software programs.
Matrices: Master the use of matrices in software programs
Models and problem solving: Can apply mathematical models to technical problems.

Qualifications

No prerequisites

Objective

The student :
- is able to solve every kind of triangle ( both right angled triangles and others )
- is able to calculate areas and volumes of figures and solids
- is able to perform calculations with two-dimensional vectors and three-dimensional vectors.
- is familiar with matrices and masters simply calculations with matrices

Content

- Right angled triangles
- Basic trigonometric functions (cosine, sine and tangent)
- Angle units (degrees vs radians)
- The sine and cosine formula
- Uniformity and scales
- Area- and volume caculations
- Definition of the vector concept
- Rules for vector operations
- Dot product
- Projections
- Cross product
- Introduction to matrices
- MatchCad exercises

Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Trigonometry: Master the trigonometry of right angled triangles
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes of simple figures and bodies
Vectors: Can perform calculations with two-dimensional vectors
Matrices: Knows matrices and can perform simple calculations with them
Models and problem solving: Have some understanding of how to use a mathematical model and how it can be solved.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Trigonometry: Master the trigonometry of any triangle
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes for more complicated figures and bodies
Vectors: Can do basic calculations with three-dimensional vectors
Matrices: Is able to calculate the value of a determinant
Models and problem solving: Have a good understanding of how to use a mathematical model and how it can be solved.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Trigonometry: Can apply the theory for solving more complicated problems
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes for figures and bodies using vectors
Vectors: Can apply vectors to more complicated problems and master the use of vectors in software programs.
Matrices: Master the use of matrices in software programs
Models and problem solving: Can apply mathematical models to technical problems.

Qualifications

No prerequisites

Objective

The student :
- is able to solve every kind of triangle ( both right angled triangles and others )
- is able to calculate areas and volumes of figures and solids
- is able to perform calculations with two-dimensional vectors and three-dimensional vectors.
- is familiar with matrices and masters simply calculations with matrices

Content

- Right angled triangles
- Basic trigonometric functions (cosine, sine and tangent)
- Angle units (degrees vs radians)
- The sine and cosine formula
- Uniformity and scales
- Area- and volume caculations
- Definition of the vector concept
- Rules for vector operations
- Dot product
- Projections
- Cross product
- Introduction to matrices
- MatchCad exercises

Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Trigonometry: Master the trigonometry of right angled triangles
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes of simple figures and bodies
Vectors: Can perform calculations with two-dimensional vectors
Matrices: Knows matrices and can perform simple calculations with them
Models and problem solving: Have some understanding of how to use a mathematical model and how it can be solved.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Trigonometry: Master the trigonometry of any triangle
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes for more complicated figures and bodies
Vectors: Can do basic calculations with three-dimensional vectors
Matrices: Is able to calculate the value of a determinant
Models and problem solving: Have a good understanding of how to use a mathematical model and how it can be solved.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Trigonometry: Can apply the theory for solving more complicated problems
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes for figures and bodies using vectors
Vectors: Can apply vectors to more complicated problems and master the use of vectors in software programs.
Matrices: Master the use of matrices in software programs
Models and problem solving: Can apply mathematical models to technical problems.

Qualifications

No prerequisites

Objective

The student :
- is able to solve every kind of triangle ( both right angled triangles and others )
- is able to calculate areas and volumes of figures and solids
- is able to perform calculations with two-dimensional vectors and three-dimensional vectors.
- is familiar with matrices and masters simply calculations with matrices

Content

- Right angled triangles
- Basic trigonometric functions (cosine, sine and tangent)
- Angle units (degrees vs radians)
- The sine and cosine formula
- Uniformity and scales
- Area- and volume caculations
- Definition of the vector concept
- Rules for vector operations
- Dot product
- Projections
- Cross product
- Introduction to matrices
- MatchCad exercises

Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Trigonometry: Master the trigonometry of right angled triangles
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes of simple figures and bodies
Vectors: Can perform calculations with two-dimensional vectors
Matrices: Knows matrices and can perform simple calculations with them
Models and problem solving: Have some understanding of how to use a mathematical model and how it can be solved.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Trigonometry: Master the trigonometry of any triangle
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes for more complicated figures and bodies
Vectors: Can do basic calculations with three-dimensional vectors
Matrices: Is able to calculate the value of a determinant
Models and problem solving: Have a good understanding of how to use a mathematical model and how it can be solved.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Trigonometry: Can apply the theory for solving more complicated problems
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes for figures and bodies using vectors
Vectors: Can apply vectors to more complicated problems and master the use of vectors in software programs.
Matrices: Master the use of matrices in software programs
Models and problem solving: Can apply mathematical models to technical problems.

Qualifications

No prerequisites

Objective

After passing the course the student is expected to:
• Be able to define and describe basic concepts in hydraulics and pneumatics
• Be able to understand the basic relationship between pressure, flow and work done
• Be able to perform component sizing and link components to functioning hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams
• Be able to analyze different circuits function and draw conclusions about performance

Content

The course content is as follows:
• Terms and concepts
• Components, their function and applications
• Component dimensioning and energy consumption calculations
• Different types of valve controls as well as existing valves and sensors
• Electrical control
• Installation and maintenance technical things
• Sequence control and logic circuits
• Reading and developing circuit diagrams
• Analysis of circuits and their function

Location and time

Autumn

Materials

Will be announces through moodle

Teaching methods

Lectures
Assignment

Student workload

135h divided over lectures, assignments and self study

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

• Know the most common terms and different phenomena
• Know the most common components, their symbols and their uses
• Can perform simple calculations and simple dimensioning of components
• Can read and create simple circuit diagrams and analyze the function of simple existing systems
• Knows different control methods and can create simple circuits with sequence controls

Assessment criteria, good (3)

• Knows different advanced terms
• Know different phenomena and understand what they mean
• Can perform calculations and dimensions
• Can read and create circuit diagrams and analyze the function of existing systems
• Can create circuits with sequence controls

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

• Know about various advanced phenomena and what they mean and how they can be applied / counteracted
• Can perform advanced calculations and dimensions
• Can read and create advanced circuit diagrams and analyze the function of advanced existing systems
• Knows different advanced control methods and can create advanced circuits with sequence controls

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Passed sub-exams / exam, approved exercises and approved assignments.

Assessment methods and criteria

The assessment is based on how well the student achieves the learning outcomes, which are measured in the following way:
Exam 80%
Exercise/laboratory/calculation tasks 20%
Portfolio pass/fail

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Does not meet the requirements for grade 1.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

• Knows the most common terms and various phenomena
• Knows the most common components, their symbols and their intended use
• Can perform simple calculations and simple dimensioning of components
• Can read and create simple circuit diagrams and analyze the function of simple existing systems
• Knows different control methods and can create simple circuits with sequence controls

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

• Knows various advanced terms
• Knows various phenomena and understands what they mean
• Can perform calculations and dimensions
• Can read and create circuit diagrams and analyze the function of existing systems
• Can create circuits with sequence controls

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

• Knows various advanced phenomena and what they mean and how they can be applied/counteracted
• Can perform advanced calculations and dimensioning
• Can read and create create advanced circuit diagrams and analyze the function of advanced existing systems
• Knows various advanced control methods and can create advanced circuits with sequence controls

Qualifications

None

Objective

After passing the course the student is expected to:
- know basic concepts and important relationships for understanding heat and the thermal properties of matter.
- be able to analyzing measurements and writing reports on the results.

Content

Pressure, Archimedes' principle and buoyancy
Fluid flow, linear and quadratic drag
Heat and temperature
Heat capacity and calorimetry
Phase transitions
Humidity
Heating value and combustion
Heating processes with continuous flows
The ideal gas law
Heat transfer mechanisms
Heat conduction through layers
Analysing and reporting measurements from laboratory work (measurement uncertainty, regression analysis)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

- Can carry out measurements according to instructions and correctly record measurements.
- Can assess the uncertainty of a measured value.
- Can calculate with propagation of errors.
- Can write a report containing all the essential structural elements and present results in an understandable way.
- Can calculate hydrostatic pressure.
- Can use the continuity condition.
- Can determine the nature of the flow (laminar/turbulent) in a pipe.
- Understands central quantities and concepts in heat theory.
- Can make simple calculations with heat expansion, gas laws, heat capacity and heat transport.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

- Can plan measurements to obtain representative values.
- Can systematically note measurements.
- Can calculate uncertainties with regression analysis.
- Can assess the relative impact of measurement uncertainties on the uncertainty of the end result.
- Can write a report with correct formalism regarding units, notation, rounding, table structure and graphical presentation.
- Can calculate forces on bodies in a fluid, both at rest and in relative motion.
- Can do calorimetric calculations.
- Can apply the ideal gas law to closed systems.
- Can calculate heat transfer through flat walls.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

- Can perform measurements efficiently and systematically.
- Can plan the measurements and make corrections to determine the final results with good accuracy.
- Can perform an uncertainty analysis by linearizing physical relationships.
- Can write a report that is balanced, economical and virtually free from formal errors.
- Can present the data and analysis process in a systematic and easy to read manner.
- Can calculate the motion for a body falling though a fluid.
- Can perform calorimetric calculations with phase transitions.
- Can apply the ideal gas law to open systems.

Qualifications

Mechanics (recommended)

Objective

After passing the course the student is expected to:
- know basic concepts and important relationships for understanding heat and the thermal properties of matter.
- be able to analyzing measurements and writing reports on the results.

Content

Pressure, Archimedes' principle and buoyancy
Fluid flow, linear and quadratic drag
Heat and temperature
Heat capacity and calorimetry
Phase transitions
Humidity
Heating value and combustion
Heating processes with continuous flows
The ideal gas law
Heat transfer mechanisms
Heat conduction through layers
Analysing and reporting measurements from laboratory work (measurement uncertainty, regression analysis)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

- Can carry out measurements according to instructions and correctly record measurements.
- Can assess the uncertainty of a measured value.
- Can calculate with propagation of errors.
- Can write a report containing all the essential structural elements and present results in an understandable way.
- Can calculate hydrostatic pressure.
- Can use the continuity condition.
- Can determine the nature of the flow (laminar/turbulent) in a pipe.
- Understands central quantities and concepts in heat theory.
- Can make simple calculations with heat expansion, gas laws, heat capacity and heat transport.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

- Can plan measurements to obtain representative values.
- Can systematically note measurements.
- Can calculate uncertainties with regression analysis.
- Can assess the relative impact of measurement uncertainties on the uncertainty of the end result.
- Can write a report with correct formalism regarding units, notation, rounding, table structure and graphical presentation.
- Can calculate forces on bodies in a fluid, both at rest and in relative motion.
- Can do calorimetric calculations.
- Can apply the ideal gas law to closed systems.
- Can calculate heat transfer through flat walls.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

- Can perform measurements efficiently and systematically.
- Can plan the measurements and make corrections to determine the final results with good accuracy.
- Can perform an uncertainty analysis by linearizing physical relationships.
- Can write a report that is balanced, economical and virtually free from formal errors.
- Can present the data and analysis process in a systematic and easy to read manner.
- Can calculate the motion for a body falling though a fluid.
- Can perform calorimetric calculations with phase transitions.
- Can apply the ideal gas law to open systems.

Qualifications

Mechanics (recommended)

Objective

After passing the course the student is expected to:
- know basic concepts and important relationships for understanding heat and the thermal properties of matter.
- be able to analyzing measurements and writing reports on the results.

Content

Pressure, Archimedes' principle and buoyancy
Fluid flow, linear and quadratic drag
Heat and temperature
Heat capacity and calorimetry
Phase transitions
Humidity
Heating value and combustion
Heating processes with continuous flows
The ideal gas law
Heat transfer mechanisms
Heat conduction through layers
Analysing and reporting measurements from laboratory work (measurement uncertainty, regression analysis)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

- Can carry out measurements according to instructions and correctly record measurements.
- Can assess the uncertainty of a measured value.
- Can calculate with propagation of errors.
- Can write a report containing all the essential structural elements and present results in an understandable way.
- Can calculate hydrostatic pressure.
- Can use the continuity condition.
- Can determine the nature of the flow (laminar/turbulent) in a pipe.
- Understands central quantities and concepts in heat theory.
- Can make simple calculations with heat expansion, gas laws, heat capacity and heat transport.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

- Can plan measurements to obtain representative values.
- Can systematically note measurements.
- Can calculate uncertainties with regression analysis.
- Can assess the relative impact of measurement uncertainties on the uncertainty of the end result.
- Can write a report with correct formalism regarding units, notation, rounding, table structure and graphical presentation.
- Can calculate forces on bodies in a fluid, both at rest and in relative motion.
- Can do calorimetric calculations.
- Can apply the ideal gas law to closed systems.
- Can calculate heat transfer through flat walls.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

- Can perform measurements efficiently and systematically.
- Can plan the measurements and make corrections to determine the final results with good accuracy.
- Can perform an uncertainty analysis by linearizing physical relationships.
- Can write a report that is balanced, economical and virtually free from formal errors.
- Can present the data and analysis process in a systematic and easy to read manner.
- Can calculate the motion for a body falling though a fluid.
- Can perform calorimetric calculations with phase transitions.
- Can apply the ideal gas law to open systems.

Qualifications

Mechanics (recommended)

Objective

After passing the course the student is expected to:
- know basic concepts and important relationships for understanding heat and the thermal properties of matter.
- be able to analyzing measurements and writing reports on the results.

Content

Pressure, Archimedes' principle and buoyancy
Fluid flow, linear and quadratic drag
Heat and temperature
Heat capacity and calorimetry
Phase transitions
Humidity
Heating value and combustion
Heating processes with continuous flows
The ideal gas law
Heat transfer mechanisms
Heat conduction through layers
Analysing and reporting measurements from laboratory work (measurement uncertainty, regression analysis)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

- Can carry out measurements according to instructions and correctly record measurements.
- Can assess the uncertainty of a measured value.
- Can calculate with propagation of errors.
- Can write a report containing all the essential structural elements and present results in an understandable way.
- Can calculate hydrostatic pressure.
- Can use the continuity condition.
- Can determine the nature of the flow (laminar/turbulent) in a pipe.
- Understands central quantities and concepts in heat theory.
- Can make simple calculations with heat expansion, gas laws, heat capacity and heat transport.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

- Can plan measurements to obtain representative values.
- Can systematically note measurements.
- Can calculate uncertainties with regression analysis.
- Can assess the relative impact of measurement uncertainties on the uncertainty of the end result.
- Can write a report with correct formalism regarding units, notation, rounding, table structure and graphical presentation.
- Can calculate forces on bodies in a fluid, both at rest and in relative motion.
- Can do calorimetric calculations.
- Can apply the ideal gas law to closed systems.
- Can calculate heat transfer through flat walls.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

- Can perform measurements efficiently and systematically.
- Can plan the measurements and make corrections to determine the final results with good accuracy.
- Can perform an uncertainty analysis by linearizing physical relationships.
- Can write a report that is balanced, economical and virtually free from formal errors.
- Can present the data and analysis process in a systematic and easy to read manner.
- Can calculate the motion for a body falling though a fluid.
- Can perform calorimetric calculations with phase transitions.
- Can apply the ideal gas law to open systems.

Qualifications

Mechanics (recommended)

Objective

The students:
- know their own college, industry and learning style

- reflects on studies, plans for the future and is aware of the importance of personal development in relation to lifelong learning and occupation

- can create their own knowledge and create their own personal learning environments

Content

University services
Industry knowledge and personal career goals
Study technique
Teambuilding

Materials

None

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Approved assignments with simple explanations and reliable literature, albeit imperfect

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Approved assignments with explanations and reliable source references

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Well-disposed and well-thought-out report with good use of reliable sources

Qualifications

None

Objective

After completing the course, students should have knowledge of everyday psychology and an insight into what is required to lead people in working life. The student has basic insights into labor law.

Content

Everyday psychology and behavioral science as the basis for leadership practices at supervisor or team- leadership level.
A review of the basic leadership theories.
Managing individuals, teams in different types of organizations.
About motivation, development work and follow-up.
About the employment procedure and psychological tests.
The Employment Contracts Act and the Working Time Act.

Location and time

As scheduled

Materials

- Lecture material
- Own notes
- Yukl, Gary A. - Leadership in organizations

- Finlex

Teaching methods

- Lectures
- Own assignment / own lecture
- Self studies

Exam schedules

2 exams, 1 in leadreship, 1 in labor law

Completion alternatives

- Recordings / Weblectures

Student workload

The students are expected to be present on the lectures and participate actively

Self studies are a big part of the course

Content scheduling

Is presented in moodle

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student
- can describe the interactive relationship between employer and employee.
- is aware of the supervisor's role in achieving results and developing a business.
- is aware of the supervisor's need for both technical, legal and social knowledge.
- knows that most work environments today are, in one way or other, connected to international activities.
- is familiar with actors that supervisors work with in everyday life, such as trade unions, occupational health services and education producers.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student
- can describe the work management's tasks in a producing or service-producing company.
- understands the importance of the supervisor's initiative and follow-up of the business with the help of various meters and KPI´s. Realize the importance of seeking good examples in their branch or outside of it.
- understands their need for both technical, legal and social knowledge.
- understands the difference in the employer and employee's perspective on working life. Know the core content of labor legislation.
- understands the importance of reporting and communication within management. Have knowledge of the cultural characteristics of different employees.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student
- finds, knows and can make basic interpretations of working time legislation and Union-agreements.
- understands the supervisor's active role in constantly developing and improving a business.
- can develop the basics for reporting within a department.
- can identify motivation factors and have views on how these can be improved.
- understands the importance of open-mindedness and inclusion of different groups in the work community.
- knows the different areas of expertise in a supervisor's network.
- is familiar with the basis for employeeship and shared leadership.

Assessment methods and criteria

Scale 0-5
Evaluation will be done separately on the leadership part and on the labor law part

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Not done task(s) or exam(s)

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student knows basic theories in leadership
The student knows basic labour law

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student knows how to explain different theories in leadership and explain them to a group
The student knows labour law and is able to reference the law

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student knows how to explain different theories in leadership and how to apply chosen theory to own leadership style
The student knows labour law and is able to reference the law and exemplify with practical examples

Qualifications

No prerequisites.

Objective

After completing the course, the student is expected to:

- be able to define, identify and describe basic machine elements
- be able to perform dimensioning calculations for certain basic machine elements used in mechanical designs.
- be able to compare and critically evaluate machine elements in order to understand the technical and economic connection in design choices.

Content

- Welding joints
- Screw connections
- Rivets
- Wedging
- Shrink and press fits
- Clamping joints
- Spline joints
- Tapered joints
- Expandable and compressible joints

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Can calculate and dimension simple weld joints. Understands the difference between static and dynamically loaded joints.
Understands screw mechanics and load diagrams. Can design simple screw joints using thumb rules.
Understands the tension picture in shrinkage and compression joints.
Know the principles of various machine elements.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Can apply the standards for statically loaded and for dynamically loaded welded joints in the calculation of simple welded structures.
Can design and calculate simple screw and rivet joints.
Can design simple shrinkage and press fits.
Understands the possibilities and limitations of machine elements in designs.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Can consider the impact of the service life and the impact of the load collector on dynamically loaded weld joints.
Can independently design demanding screws and rivets, and can use standards for dimensioning.
Can calculate shrinkage and press fits, and has knowledge of the materials and the impact of the surfaces.
Understands the technical and economic connections that the choice of machine elements entails.

Qualifications

Strenght of Materials 1

Objective

After passing the course the student is expected to:
- know the most important types of measurement errors and ways to eliminate them.
- know and be able to use the most important engineering techniques, measuring methods and computerized measuring equipment.
- be able to select suitable measuring devices and method for measurements with regard to set tolerance requirements.
- be able to process statistical control methods for statistical acceptance.

Content

Laboratory and theory
Treatment of measurement errors
Measurement of surface roughness and durability
Measurement of shape and position tolerances
Measuring threads
Measurement of gears
Computerized measurement, programming

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Know about and can identify the measurement methods used in the engineering industry. Knows about the qualitative conditions that manufacturing methods provide and identifies which measurement methods are suitable for each measurement. Be able to read and understand technical drawings. Know the meaning of shape and position tolerances.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Is in agreement with computerized measurement technology. Understands what is meant by reference and location plans. Understands the impact of measurement and manufacturing method when analyzing the measurement result. Understand the importance of the validation process in quality assurance.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Independently be able to perform quality control of components against the requirements of the drawing. Understands reference and
the importance of the location plan in manufacturing. Can analyze the technical requirements that the design places on quality assurance.

Qualifications

Manufacturing Technology , Technical Drawing ( Recommended )

Objective

After passing the course the student can apply basic physics concepts such as power, torque, energy and momentum to bodies in motion and in equilibrium.

Content

Unit conversions, formulas
Graphical descriptions of movement
Velocity, acceleration
Vectors in physics
Curvilinear motion and normal acceleration
Forces and Newton's laws
Energy, work, the work-energy principle
Power and efficiency
Impulse and momentum
Torques
Center of mass
Mechanical equilibrium
Truss analysis

Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a good level.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at an excellent level.

Qualifications

None

Objective

After passing the course the student can apply basic physics concepts such as power, torque, energy and momentum to bodies in motion and in equilibrium.

Content

Unit conversions, formulas
Graphical descriptions of movement
Velocity, acceleration
Vectors in physics
Curvilinear motion and normal acceleration
Forces and Newton's laws
Energy, work, the work-energy principle
Power and efficiency
Impulse and momentum
Torques
Center of mass
Mechanical equilibrium
Truss analysis

Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a good level.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at an excellent level.

Qualifications

None

Objective

- After passing the course, the student should know what legislation regulates the vehicle inspection in Finland and the importance of good customer service.

Content

Presented at the course start by the lecturer

Location and time

Wolffskavägen 33/ Bomullsgränd 3, Vaasa autumn semester 2025.

Materials

Presented by the lecturer at the beginning of the course

Teaching methods

Normal classroom teaching and practice work and, if necessary, online teaching.

Employer connections

Company visit is arranged during the course. Date and time is announced after the start of the course

Exam schedules

Announced by the teacher at the beginning of the course

Completion alternatives

No alternative examinations

Student workload

- Lectures
- Exercises
- Practice work
- Exam(s)

Content scheduling

- Lectures during the autumn semester
- Company visit during the first half of autumn semester
- Larger projects are presented at the beginning of the course. Results are presented at the end of the course
- Getting ready for exams during the whole semester

Further information

Lecturers contact info:
Mikael Tätting
0504776414
mikael.tatting@novia.fi
Room in Technobothnia, second floor, F4225

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

- Know about current vehicle legislation that forms the basis for the car inspection.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Demonstrates good knowledge of car inspection regulations

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Demonstrates famous ability in the subject of car inspection

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

- Active participation in the course- Approved exams

Assessment methods and criteria

- Presence and active participation in course
- Assignments / Projectwork
- Exam results

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

- Insufficient presence
- Not handed in assignment for evaluation
- Exam(s) not done or not passed

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

- Sufficient presence
- Mandatory assigments handed in and accepted
- Exam(s) done and passed

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

In addition to previous:
- Active participation in course
- Non-mandatory assigmnets handed in and accepted
- Good performance in exam(s)

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

In addition to previous:
- Good performance in both Mandatory and non-mandatory assignments
- Excellent results in exam(s)

Qualifications

Automotive Technology 1

Objective

After passing the course the student is expected to:
• Be able to define, identify and describe basic concepts in robotics
• Know what things should be considered when planning robotics applications
• Know the basic principles of robot safety
• Be able to plan simple robot tools based on the robot's working principles
• Be able to plan robot cells
• Be able to create useful robot programs via off-line programming
• Be able to use the robot's own I / O system
• Rapid programming

Content

The course content is as follows:
• Designations and concepts related to robotics
• Robots, their function and applications
• robot safety
• Robot tools
• Different types of signals related to tools and other automation equipment
• Structure of robotic cells with robotic studio
• Off-line programming with robot studio
• On-line programming

Materials

See the current implementation for the course Robotics - MAP18RO01

Teaching methods

Lectures
Simulation excercises
Assignments

Completion alternatives

Can be completed without attendance in class - you can do the projects on your own

Student workload

The student is expected to spend a total of 108 h by participating in lectures and by doing the assignments.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, good (3)

• Know the most common terms in robotics
• Know the basic principles and safety requirements for robotic pram framing
• Can construct simple robotic cells

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

• Can build advanced robotic cells and do advanced simulations for optimization purposes
• Can change code based on automatically generated code and modified code to better suit different tasks

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Passed exam, approved exercises and exercises.

Assessment methods and criteria

The grade is based on the assignents. No theoretical axam.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Insufficient knowledge and/or course effort to achieve a grade of 1

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Knows the importance of robotics
On request, can create a simple simulation and program for an industrial robot

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Can create robot simulation and programs for industrial robotics applications

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Can create advanced robot simulation and dynamic programs for industrial robotics applications

Qualifications

Hydraulic and Pneumatic, Automatic Control and Measure Systems

Objective

- The student knows basic probability theory and can use different statistical distributions to solve problems
- The student can statistically analyze and present a data material in a relevant way
- The student can apply regression models to different data sets

Content

Statistics
- descriptive statistics
- probability theory
- discrete and continuous distributions
- Excel as a tool for analyzing data

Curve fitting and regression
- matrix calculus and linear algebra
- linear regression - least squares method
- linearization
- mathematical software (Excel, Mathcad or other program) to build regression models

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Statistics and computational skills: Know the basics of statistics and can perform simple calculations
Curve fitting and regression: Know the basics of regression analysis
Mathematics software: Can use a software to solve basic problems

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Statistics and calculation skills: Is familiar with statistics and can perform relevant calculations
Curve fitting and regression: Is familiar with the concept of regression and can perform curve fitting of technical models
Mathematics software: Can use a software to solve applied problems

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Statistics and computational skills: Is well versed in statistics and can perform more advanced statistical calculations.
Curve fitting and regression: Can independently perform curve fitting and regression models in advanced technical problems
Mathematics software: Can use a software to solve advanced problems in mechanical engineering

Qualifications

Functions an equations 1,
Geometry and equations,
Functions an equations 2
Derivator and integrals

Objective

After passing the course the student is expected to:

- be able to apply design of steel structures according to current standards, taking into account static and dynamic loads.
- be able to consider abrasion and heat stress during construction assignments.
- be able to plan tools and fixtures used in the production of components.
- know the factors that affect the characteristics of the final product and be able to take into account the economic aspects that affect the production costs of components.

Content

- Eurocodes
- Load introduction
- Buckling
- Torsional moment
- Strength at elevated temperatures
- Fracture mechanics
- Tool construction
- CE marking documentation

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Knows the main principles for the design of statically loaded steel structures.
Knows about the cracking mechanism and the principles of dimensioning for a limited lifetime.
Knows the abrasion and creep mechanisms.
Knows valid standards for pressure-vessel designs and can apply them.
Knows about the use and importance of tools and fixtures in the industry and knows which aspects influence the design of tools.
Possesses basic drawing technical skills to help document the design tasks.
Understands the importance of documenting calculations.
Knows about the influence and role of tool technology in other parts of mechanical engineering

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Can design various statically loaded sheet and beam structures.
Can design simple components for a limited service life.
Can consider abrasion and creep when choosing materials.
Knows about the EUROCODE standards in the area. Understands the structure of the standards
Can design pressure vessels according to current standards.
Understands the aspects that should be taken into account when designing tools and fixtures and be able to apply different design solutions.
Possesses the drawing technical knowledge required to model steel structures.
Can document calculations and designs in accordance with CE requirements.
Understands how tool technology affects entire products.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Can independently calculate and dimension statically loaded sheet and beam structures.
Can determine the size of dynamic loads as well as calculate and dimension components based on these.
Is able to choose materials and design details exposed to abrasion or heat loads
Can independently design advanced pressure vessels according to the standards
Is able to plan and construct tools independently.
Can make complete drawings for producing demanding steel structures
Can independently document and report calculations and designs in accordance with CE requirements
Can analyze the technical and financial requirements that a product places on tool technology and can implement them in the manufacturing process of tools.

Qualifications

3D Design , Strength of Maerials 1, Strength of Materials 2

Objective

After passing the course the student is expected to:
be able to define, identify and describe basic concepts in strength theory
be able to understand the relationship between strength, manufacture and construction in an industrial context
be able to perform, explain and critically evaluate approaches to calculations and results in relation to both theory and practice.
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Content

The course content is as follows:
the subject area, its context and conceptual world
application areas in the industrial context
tensile and compressive stresses
thermal stresses
shear stress
bending stresses
case studies for assessment and critical stance and evaluation

Materials

See current implementation for the course

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Understand how the materials are affected at different loads as well as what external factors affect the design. Know the relationship that exists between design and strength.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Understands voltage conditions that occur at different loads. and be aware of how static and dynamic load affects the strength of the structure. Agree with terms like safety and service life of a product ..

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Independently perform strength calculations for uniaxial systems and have the ability to see where in the design load peaks occur. Understand how different manufacturing factors affect the strength of designs.

Qualifications

Functions and equations 1 (recommended )
Mechanics (recommended )

Objective

After passing the course, the student is expected to be able to define, identify and describe basic concepts in the sub-areas of strength learning torsional stresses and power transmission shafts and, based on the prerequisites obtained through the previous course Strength strength 1, be able to analyze load cases with combined flexural stresses and torsional stresses.

Furthermore, students should be able to understand the difference between static and dynamic load cases and the relationship between design, manufacture and service life. Students should be able to describe different approaches to critically analyze strength from a fatigue perspective.

Content

The course content is as follows:

short repetition of bending and shear stresses
Torque and PTO shafts
Torsion in thin closed / open cross sections
Dynamic loads and fatigue
Case studies of fatigue phenomena

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Know:
- the behavior of the materials at different loads.
- the external factors that influence the strength of a structure.
- the relationship between design and strength.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Understands strain conditions that occur at different loads.
Understands how static and dynamic loading affects the strength of the structure.
Understands the concepts of safety and service life of a product.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Can independently perform strength calculations for multi-axis conditions.
Have the ability to see where the icon design load peaks occur.
Understands how different manufacturing technology factors affect the strength of designs.

Qualifications

Strength of Materials 1

Objective

The student:
- can communicate orally and in writing in a structured and linguistic way.
- is aware of different ways of looking for information and can use it as well as can report according to standard arrangements.
- can use the reference system and know the work process for scientific writing.

Content

- Summary's or other longer writing assignments
- Trade Essay
- Official letters (meeting documents, business letters)
- Presentation technique and lectures
- Language care as needed
- Rules for written reports and scientific work
- Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Oral presentation: Responsible presentation ability characterized by partly stylistically inappropriate language, unstructured content and lack of commitment. Information retrieval: Ability to search for sources
to a task but the sources are superficial and elementary. Reporting: Ability to compile a report in which the rules for standard layout are to some extent stated. The language is poor and there are errors, but the report text is understandable. Reference system: Attempts to use a reference system and succeed to some extent.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Oral presentation: Good presentation ability characterized by structured content, suitable language and positive attitude. Written presentation: Good written ability which shows that the writer has mastered writing rules and has a sense of style. Information retrieval: Good ability to gather reliable sources for a task. Reporting: Good ability to prepare a clear report in accordance with the rules for standard layout. The language is understandable and functional. Reference system: Good ability to use a reference system in a functional way.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Oral presentation: Excellent presentation ability characterized by well thought out and well structured content, clear and versatile language and positive attitude to the topic and situation. A knowledgeable impression is given. Written presentation: Excellent writing ability that shows that the writer uses a versatile, clean and flawless writing language. Information retrieval: Excellent ability to critically search for reliable and credible sources for a task. Reporting: Excellent ability to set up
a well-structured and visually appealing report. The report text is well written, adapted to the subject and error free. Reference system: Excellent ability to use
one or more reference systems and know in which subject areas it is used.

Qualifications

none

Objective

The student:
- can communicate orally and in writing in a structured and linguistic way.
- is aware of different ways of looking for information and can use it as well as can report according to standard arrangements.
- can use the reference system and know the work process for scientific writing.

Content

- Summary's or other longer writing assignments
- Trade Essay
- Official letters (meeting documents, business letters)
- Presentation technique and lectures
- Language care as needed
- Rules for written reports and scientific work
- Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Oral presentation: Responsible presentation ability characterized by partly stylistically inappropriate language, unstructured content and lack of commitment. Information retrieval: Ability to search for sources
to a task but the sources are superficial and elementary. Reporting: Ability to compile a report in which the rules for standard layout are to some extent stated. The language is poor and there are errors, but the report text is understandable. Reference system: Attempts to use a reference system and succeed to some extent.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Oral presentation: Good presentation ability characterized by structured content, suitable language and positive attitude. Written presentation: Good written ability which shows that the writer has mastered writing rules and has a sense of style. Information retrieval: Good ability to gather reliable sources for a task. Reporting: Good ability to prepare a clear report in accordance with the rules for standard layout. The language is understandable and functional. Reference system: Good ability to use a reference system in a functional way.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Oral presentation: Excellent presentation ability characterized by well thought out and well structured content, clear and versatile language and positive attitude to the topic and situation. A knowledgeable impression is given. Written presentation: Excellent writing ability that shows that the writer uses a versatile, clean and flawless writing language. Information retrieval: Excellent ability to critically search for reliable and credible sources for a task. Reporting: Excellent ability to set up
a well-structured and visually appealing report. The report text is well written, adapted to the subject and error free. Reference system: Excellent ability to use
one or more reference systems and know in which subject areas it is used.

Qualifications

none

Objective

The student:
- can communicate orally and in writing in a structured and linguistic way.
- is aware of different ways of looking for information and can use it as well as can report according to standard arrangements.
- can use the reference system and know the work process for scientific writing.

Content

- Summary's or other longer writing assignments
- Trade Essay
- Official letters (meeting documents, business letters)
- Presentation technique and lectures
- Language care as needed
- Rules for written reports and scientific work
- Application according to specific education may occur.

Location and time

The academic year 2025-26

Materials

Study material at Moodle. Svenska skrivregler (2017) Myndigheternas skrivregler (2014)

Teaching methods

Lectures, group discussions, writing exercises, reports and oral presentations. Some tasks are done in pairs.

Employer connections

-

Exam schedules

Rehearsal interrogation at Moodle.

International connections

-

Completion alternatives

-

Student workload

81 hours work for 3 credits, of which 30 hours in class and 51 hours work on their own time.

Content scheduling

-

Further information

-

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Oral presentation: Responsible presentation ability characterized by partly stylistically inappropriate language, unstructured content and lack of commitment. Information retrieval: Ability to search for sources
to a task but the sources are superficial and elementary. Reporting: Ability to compile a report in which the rules for standard layout are to some extent stated. The language is poor and there are errors, but the report text is understandable. Reference system: Attempts to use a reference system and succeed to some extent.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Oral presentation: Good presentation ability characterized by structured content, suitable language and positive attitude. Written presentation: Good written ability which shows that the writer has mastered writing rules and has a sense of style. Information retrieval: Good ability to gather reliable sources for a task. Reporting: Good ability to prepare a clear report in accordance with the rules for standard layout. The language is understandable and functional. Reference system: Good ability to use a reference system in a functional way.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Oral presentation: Excellent presentation ability characterized by well thought out and well structured content, clear and versatile language and positive attitude to the topic and situation. A knowledgeable impression is given. Written presentation: Excellent writing ability that shows that the writer uses a versatile, clean and flawless writing language. Information retrieval: Excellent ability to critically search for reliable and credible sources for a task. Reporting: Excellent ability to set up
a well-structured and visually appealing report. The report text is well written, adapted to the subject and error free. Reference system: Excellent ability to use
one or more reference systems and know in which subject areas it is used.

Assessment methods and criteria

The course is evaluated on the basis of assignments, oral and written. For an approved performance, all assignments must be approved, as well as written interrogation. Activity under the course is demanded. The student has shown that he / she has mastered the given writing rules, can compile linguistically correct documents and is able to orally present a given topic to the public.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Does not meet the requirements for the grade 1.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Oral presentation: Responsible presentation ability characterized by partially stylistically inappropriate language, unstructured content and lack of commitment.
Written presentation: Responsible written ability demonstrating uncertainty regarding rewrite rules and expressing ice cream.
Information retrieval: Ability to search for sources of a task but the sources erratic and elementary.
Reporting: Ability to prepare a report in which the rules for the standard layout appear to some extent. The language is poor and there are errors, but the report text is understandable.
Reference system: Attempts to use a reference system and succeed to some extent.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Oral presentation: Good presentation ability characterized by structured content, suitable language and positive attitude.
Written presentation: Good written ability which shows that the writer has mastered writing rules and has a sense of style.
Information retrieval: Good ability to gather reliable sources for a task.
Reporting: Good ability to prepare a clear report in accordance with the rules for standard layout. The language is
understandable and functioning.
Reference system: Good ability to use a reference system in a functional way.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Oral presentation: Excellent presentation ability characterized by well thought out and well structured content, clear and versatile language and positive attitude to the topic and situation. A knowledgeable impression is given.
Written presentation: Excellent writing ability which shows that the writer uses a versatile, clean and flawless written language.
Information retrieval: Excellent ability to critically search for reliable and credible sources of a task.
Reporting: Excellent ability to produce a well-structured and visually appealing report. The report text is well written, adapted to the subject and error free.
Reference system: Excellent ability to use one or more reference systems and to know in which subject areas it is used.

Qualifications

none

Objective

After passing the course the student is expected to:

- master a drawing program for making 2-dimensional drawings.
- be able to make own technical drawings with sufficient information needed to manufacture components.
- know the designations and be able to use symbols according to current standards in machine design.
- be able to critically review drawings for approval in the industrial process.
- Understand the importance of drawings in the manufacturing process and the impact on the production economy.

Content

- Line types and text
- Scales, views and projections
- Sections
- Dimensioning
- Threads, screws and nuts
- Surface roughness and designations
- Welding designations
- Dimension tolerances and fits
- Geometric tolerances
- Geometric product specifications GPS
- Assembly drawings and materials
- Hydraulic and pneumatic process charts

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Understand and be able to read drawing layout and title fields. Understands the layout composition.
Is able to sketch simple details as a basis for drawings.
Knows current drawing standards and projections.
Knows the drawing characters and the symbols and their meaning.
Knows the basics of tolerance theory.
Is able to understand different industry drawings
Knows about some machine elements and their properties.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Understands the importance of documentation.
Can plan the documentation.
Can apply the sketching technique to simple constructions.
Can draw and measure simple machine drawings and apply standardized drawing techniques and drawing standards.
Understands the limitations of manufacturing
Can introduce tolerances and surface signs in drawings.
Can apply the symbols of the simple machine elements in drawings.
Can read various components and their significance in nearby industry drawings

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Realize the responsibility for the accuracy of the documentation.
Is able to use databases
Has developed a three-dimensional way of thinking, and can apply it in drawing up drawings.
Is able to independently draw and measure complicated machine drawings.
Is able to consider the possibilities and limitations of manufacturing methods.
Understands and is able to introduce geometric tolerances.
Have a good knowledge of various industry drawings.

Qualifications

None

Further information

The course can be conducted remotely.

Objective

The student:
- can report and document within the area of ​​competence.
- is familiar with writing and layout rules and knows the style level that is appropriate in a formal text.
- can plan an assignment and make associated documentation using critically selected sources of various kinds.
- knows how to document practical and theoretical knowledge in the field of study.
- master one or more reference systems.

Content

- Information retrieval
- the work process for more extensive reporting such as degree projects
- reference systems
- evaluation of reports
- rules for written reports and scientific work.

- Application according to specific education may occur.

Location and time

Autumn 2025

Materials

Exercise assignments and lecture material on Moodle.
Literature:
Backman, J., 2016. Rapporter och uppsatser. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
Paulsson, U., 2020. Uppdragsbaserade examensarbeten. Lund. Studentlitteratur.

Teaching methods

Lectures, individual assignments, writing assignments in groups, literature studies, oral presentations.

Employer connections

Guest lecturer during the course.

Exam schedules

Rehearsal interrogation at the last lesson. Then on re-examination occasions or other agreement.

Student workload

.81 hours of work for the student during the course divided into 30 hours of work in class and 51 hours of work on their own.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

For approved performance, the following is required:
Reporting: Ability to report and document within the area of ​​expertise. She has mastered writing and layout rules that distinguish documentation at degree level and know the style level that is appropriate in a formal reporting text in the field of technology.
Scientific writing: Have the readiness to plan and complete a comprehensive development and project assignment and know the work process for scientific writing. Have preparedness to present grounded reasoning and grounded conclusions. Know and can use writing manuals. Can use one or more
reference.
Reading and reviewing: Ability to critically read and review reports in the area of ​​competence and prepare for oral opposition.
Information retrieval: Ability to critically and systematically search sources and access them in content for written and oral assignments in the area of ​​competence

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Reporting: Ability to report and document within the area of ​​expertise. They master writing and layout rules that mark documentation
degree level and know the style level that is appropriate in a formal reporting text in the field of technology. Scientific writing: Have the readiness to plan and complete a comprehensive development and project assignment and know the work process for scientific writing. Have the readiness to present well-founded arguments and conclusions. Know and can use writing manuals. Can use one or more reference systems. Reading and reviewing: Ability to critically read and review reports in the area of ​​competence and prepare for oral counseling Information search: Ability to critically and systematically search sources and access them in content for written and oral assignments in the area of ​​competence.

Assessment methods and criteria

All submissions should be completed and approved latest within the current academic year.

Qualifications

Swedish for Engineers

Objective

The student:
- can report and document within the area of ​​competence.
- is familiar with writing and layout rules and knows the style level that is appropriate in a formal text.
- can plan an assignment and make associated documentation using critically selected sources of various kinds.
- knows how to document practical and theoretical knowledge in the field of study.
- master one or more reference systems.

Content

- Information retrieval
- the work process for more extensive reporting such as degree projects
- reference systems
- evaluation of reports
- rules for written reports and scientific work.

- Application according to specific education may occur.

Location and time

Autumn 2025

Materials

Exercise assignments and lecture material on Moodle.
Literature:
Backman, J., 2016. Rapporter och uppsatser. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
Paulsson, U., 2020. Uppdragsbaserade examensarbeten. Lund. Studentlitteratur.

Teaching methods

Lectures, individual assignments, writing assignments in groups, literature studies, oral presentations.

Employer connections

Guest lecturer during the course.

Exam schedules

Rehearsal interrogation at the last lesson. Then on re-examination occasions or other agreement.

Student workload

.81 hours of work for the student during the course divided into 30 hours of work in class and 51 hours of work on their own.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

For approved performance, the following is required:
Reporting: Ability to report and document within the area of ​​expertise. She has mastered writing and layout rules that distinguish documentation at degree level and know the style level that is appropriate in a formal reporting text in the field of technology.
Scientific writing: Have the readiness to plan and complete a comprehensive development and project assignment and know the work process for scientific writing. Have preparedness to present grounded reasoning and grounded conclusions. Know and can use writing manuals. Can use one or more
reference.
Reading and reviewing: Ability to critically read and review reports in the area of ​​competence and prepare for oral opposition.
Information retrieval: Ability to critically and systematically search sources and access them in content for written and oral assignments in the area of ​​competence

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Reporting: Ability to report and document within the area of ​​expertise. They master writing and layout rules that mark documentation
degree level and know the style level that is appropriate in a formal reporting text in the field of technology. Scientific writing: Have the readiness to plan and complete a comprehensive development and project assignment and know the work process for scientific writing. Have the readiness to present well-founded arguments and conclusions. Know and can use writing manuals. Can use one or more reference systems. Reading and reviewing: Ability to critically read and review reports in the area of ​​competence and prepare for oral counseling Information search: Ability to critically and systematically search sources and access them in content for written and oral assignments in the area of ​​competence.

Assessment methods and criteria

All submissions should be completed and approved latest within the current academic year.

Qualifications

Swedish for Engineers

Objective

The student:
- can report and document within the area of ​​competence.
- is familiar with writing and layout rules and knows the style level that is appropriate in a formal text.
- can plan an assignment and make associated documentation using critically selected sources of various kinds.
- knows how to document practical and theoretical knowledge in the field of study.
- master one or more reference systems.

Content

- Information retrieval
- the work process for more extensive reporting such as degree projects
- reference systems
- evaluation of reports
- rules for written reports and scientific work.

- Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Reporting: Ability to report and document within the area of ​​expertise. They master writing and layout rules that mark documentation
degree level and know the style level that is appropriate in a formal reporting text in the field of technology. Scientific writing: Have the readiness to plan and complete a comprehensive development and project assignment and know the work process for scientific writing. Have the readiness to present well-founded arguments and conclusions. Know and can use writing manuals. Can use one or more reference systems. Reading and reviewing: Ability to critically read and review reports in the area of ​​competence and prepare for oral counseling Information search: Ability to critically and systematically search sources and access them in content for written and oral assignments in the area of ​​competence.

Qualifications

Swedish for Engineers

Objective

The student:
- can report and document within the area of ​​competence.
- is familiar with writing and layout rules and knows the style level that is appropriate in a formal text.
- can plan an assignment and make associated documentation using critically selected sources of various kinds.
- knows how to document practical and theoretical knowledge in the field of study.
- master one or more reference systems.

Content

- Information retrieval
- the work process for more extensive reporting such as degree projects
- reference systems
- evaluation of reports
- rules for written reports and scientific work.

- Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Reporting: Ability to report and document within the area of ​​expertise. They master writing and layout rules that mark documentation
degree level and know the style level that is appropriate in a formal reporting text in the field of technology. Scientific writing: Have the readiness to plan and complete a comprehensive development and project assignment and know the work process for scientific writing. Have the readiness to present well-founded arguments and conclusions. Know and can use writing manuals. Can use one or more reference systems. Reading and reviewing: Ability to critically read and review reports in the area of ​​competence and prepare for oral counseling Information search: Ability to critically and systematically search sources and access them in content for written and oral assignments in the area of ​​competence.

Qualifications

Swedish for Engineers

Objective

The student:
- can report and document within the area of ​​competence.
- is familiar with writing and layout rules and knows the style level that is appropriate in a formal text.
- can plan an assignment and make associated documentation using critically selected sources of various kinds.
- knows how to document practical and theoretical knowledge in the field of study.
- master one or more reference systems.

Content

- Information retrieval
- the work process for more extensive reporting such as degree projects
- reference systems
- evaluation of reports
- rules for written reports and scientific work.

- Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Reporting: Ability to report and document within the area of ​​expertise. They master writing and layout rules that mark documentation
degree level and know the style level that is appropriate in a formal reporting text in the field of technology. Scientific writing: Have the readiness to plan and complete a comprehensive development and project assignment and know the work process for scientific writing. Have the readiness to present well-founded arguments and conclusions. Know and can use writing manuals. Can use one or more reference systems. Reading and reviewing: Ability to critically read and review reports in the area of ​​competence and prepare for oral counseling Information search: Ability to critically and systematically search sources and access them in content for written and oral assignments in the area of ​​competence.

Qualifications

Swedish for Engineers

Objective

The student:
- can report and document within the area of ​​competence.
- is familiar with writing and layout rules and knows the style level that is appropriate in a formal text.
- can plan an assignment and make associated documentation using critically selected sources of various kinds.
- knows how to document practical and theoretical knowledge in the field of study.
- master one or more reference systems.

Content

- Information retrieval
- the work process for more extensive reporting such as degree projects
- reference systems
- evaluation of reports
- rules for written reports and scientific work.

- Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Reporting: Ability to report and document within the area of ​​expertise. They master writing and layout rules that mark documentation
degree level and know the style level that is appropriate in a formal reporting text in the field of technology. Scientific writing: Have the readiness to plan and complete a comprehensive development and project assignment and know the work process for scientific writing. Have the readiness to present well-founded arguments and conclusions. Know and can use writing manuals. Can use one or more reference systems. Reading and reviewing: Ability to critically read and review reports in the area of ​​competence and prepare for oral counseling Information search: Ability to critically and systematically search sources and access them in content for written and oral assignments in the area of ​​competence.

Qualifications

Swedish for Engineers

Objective

- The course covers the basic concepts in electrical safety, electricity, electric motors and electrical installations.
- Students learn the central concepts and dangers that electricity can bring

Content

- Charges, Coulomb's law and electric fields
- Potential and voltage, current and resistance
Ohm's law
Kirchhoff's laws
- Electrical power and energy
- Alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC)
3-phase
Frequency
- Electric motors
Asynchronous motors
Synchronous motors
DC motors
- Electrical safety
- Electrical installation
Fuses
Residual current protection
Color marking of conductors

Materials

Course notes or similar material with theory and exercises
Course literature

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

- Can solve simple calculations using Ohm's law, power law and Coulomb's law
- Knows the difference between AC voltage and DC voltage
- Can calculate the resistance of a conductor
- Knows the main types of electric motors
- Knows basic things about electrical safety
- Knows the color marking of conductors in electrical installations in buildings

Assessment criteria, good (3)

- Can calculate replacement resistance for series and parallel connected resistors
- Can calculate potential in circuits
- Can describe in more detail the difference between different types of electric motors
- Has a more detailed understanding of electrical safety
- Knows the role of a fuse and a residual current device in an electrical installation
- Understands the placement of the phases from a geometric perspective

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

- Can calculate current and voltage in combined series and parallel connections of resistors
- Can calculate currents, voltages and phase differences in simple AC circuits

Qualifications

No prerequisites

Objective

The student
- has a good general vocabulary
- masters the central grammar
- understands general Finnish texts (factual texts, articles, etc.)
- understands and is able to write everyday life's letters and messages
- can orally cope in everyday situations

Content

- Repetition of the central grammar
- School and studies
- Working life
- Environment
- Daily situations

Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Qualifications

The starting level is B1, which corresponds to C in long Finnish (A-Finnish) or M in short Finnish (B-Finnish) in the student.

Objective

The student
- has a good general vocabulary
- masters the central grammar
- understands general Finnish texts (factual texts, articles, etc.)
- understands and is able to write everyday life's letters and messages
- can orally cope in everyday situations

Content

- Repetition of the central grammar
- School and studies
- Working life
- Environment
- Daily situations

Application according to specific education may occur.

Location and time

Spring 2026, Campus Vaasa

Materials

Study material and compendium on Moodle.

Teaching methods

- oral and written exercises
- own work, assignments
- shorter lectures
- attendance 80 %

Exam schedules

Exam during last lesson
Retake on general re-examination

Completion alternatives

Bilingual students have done a validation of the course in the beginning of their studies.

Student workload

2 credits = 54 h work (c. 24 h in class, c. 30 h own work)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5). In order to complete the course with an approved grade (grade 1), the student should have the knowledge required for level B1.1. Approved grades in this course are required to participate in the Työelämän suomi course.

Assessment methods and criteria

The assessment is based on
- class activity
- assignments
- exam

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

For the assessment of knowledge in Finnish as a second domestic, Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used. Level B1 indicates satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

For the assessment of knowledge in Finnish as a second domestic, Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used. Level B1 indicates satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

For the assessment of knowledge in Finnish as a second domestic, Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used. Level B1 indicates satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

For the assessment of knowledge in Finnish as a second domestic, Common European Reference Framework for Languages ​​(CEFR) is used. Level B1 indicates satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.

Qualifications

The starting level is B1, which corresponds to C in long Finnish (A-Finnish) or M in short Finnish (B-Finnish) in the student.

Objective

The student :
- is able to solve every kind of triangle ( both right angled triangles and others )
- is able to calculate areas and volumes of figures and solids
- is able to perform calculations with two-dimensional vectors and three-dimensional vectors.
- is familiar with matrices and masters simply calculations with matrices

Content

- Right angled triangles
- Basic trigonometric functions (cosine, sine and tangent)
- Angle units (degrees vs radians)
- The sine and cosine formula
- Uniformity and scales
- Area- and volume caculations
- Definition of the vector concept
- Rules for vector operations
- Dot product
- Projections
- Cross product
- Introduction to matrices
- MatchCad exercises

Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Trigonometry: Master the trigonometry of right angled triangles
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes of simple figures and bodies
Vectors: Can perform calculations with two-dimensional vectors
Matrices: Knows matrices and can perform simple calculations with them
Models and problem solving: Have some understanding of how to use a mathematical model and how it can be solved.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Trigonometry: Master the trigonometry of any triangle
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes for more complicated figures and bodies
Vectors: Can do basic calculations with three-dimensional vectors
Matrices: Is able to calculate the value of a determinant
Models and problem solving: Have a good understanding of how to use a mathematical model and how it can be solved.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Trigonometry: Can apply the theory for solving more complicated problems
Area and volume calculations: Can calculate areas and volumes for figures and bodies using vectors
Vectors: Can apply vectors to more complicated problems and master the use of vectors in software programs.
Matrices: Master the use of matrices in software programs
Models and problem solving: Can apply mathematical models to technical problems.

Qualifications

No prerequisites

Objective

The student:
- can report and document within the area of ​​competence.
- is familiar with writing and layout rules and knows the style level that is appropriate in a formal text.
- can plan an assignment and make associated documentation using critically selected sources of various kinds.
- knows how to document practical and theoretical knowledge in the field of study.
- master one or more reference systems.

Content

- Information retrieval
- the work process for more extensive reporting such as degree projects
- reference systems
- evaluation of reports
- rules for written reports and scientific work.

- Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Reporting: Ability to report and document within the area of ​​expertise. They master writing and layout rules that mark documentation
degree level and know the style level that is appropriate in a formal reporting text in the field of technology. Scientific writing: Have the readiness to plan and complete a comprehensive development and project assignment and know the work process for scientific writing. Have the readiness to present well-founded arguments and conclusions. Know and can use writing manuals. Can use one or more reference systems. Reading and reviewing: Ability to critically read and review reports in the area of ​​competence and prepare for oral counseling Information search: Ability to critically and systematically search sources and access them in content for written and oral assignments in the area of ​​competence.

Qualifications

Swedish for Engineers

Objective

After passing the course the student is expected to:
- know basic concepts and important relationships for understanding heat and the thermal properties of matter.
- be able to analyzing measurements and writing reports on the results.

Content

Pressure, Archimedes' principle and buoyancy
Fluid flow, linear and quadratic drag
Heat and temperature
Heat capacity and calorimetry
Phase transitions
Humidity
Heating value and combustion
Heating processes with continuous flows
The ideal gas law
Heat transfer mechanisms
Heat conduction through layers
Analysing and reporting measurements from laboratory work (measurement uncertainty, regression analysis)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

- Can carry out measurements according to instructions and correctly record measurements.
- Can assess the uncertainty of a measured value.
- Can calculate with propagation of errors.
- Can write a report containing all the essential structural elements and present results in an understandable way.
- Can calculate hydrostatic pressure.
- Can use the continuity condition.
- Can determine the nature of the flow (laminar/turbulent) in a pipe.
- Understands central quantities and concepts in heat theory.
- Can make simple calculations with heat expansion, gas laws, heat capacity and heat transport.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

- Can plan measurements to obtain representative values.
- Can systematically note measurements.
- Can calculate uncertainties with regression analysis.
- Can assess the relative impact of measurement uncertainties on the uncertainty of the end result.
- Can write a report with correct formalism regarding units, notation, rounding, table structure and graphical presentation.
- Can calculate forces on bodies in a fluid, both at rest and in relative motion.
- Can do calorimetric calculations.
- Can apply the ideal gas law to closed systems.
- Can calculate heat transfer through flat walls.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

- Can perform measurements efficiently and systematically.
- Can plan the measurements and make corrections to determine the final results with good accuracy.
- Can perform an uncertainty analysis by linearizing physical relationships.
- Can write a report that is balanced, economical and virtually free from formal errors.
- Can present the data and analysis process in a systematic and easy to read manner.
- Can calculate the motion for a body falling though a fluid.
- Can perform calorimetric calculations with phase transitions.
- Can apply the ideal gas law to open systems.

Qualifications

Mechanics (recommended)

Objective

The student understands how, where and when to use the two basic concepts in mathematical analysis: derivation and integration.
The student can apply derivation and integration to various problems within their own field of study.
The student can use mathematical software to analyze measured data ​​or other collected data sets.

Content

- Limit calculations
- Definition of derivatives
- Tangent and linearisation
- Derivation rules
- Extreme value problems
- Second derivative and convexity
- Applications of derivatives in different fields
- Numerical derivation
- Primitive function (antiderivative)
- Definition of integrals
- Integration rules
- Area calculations, volume integrals
- Integral applications from own specialist area
- Numerical integration
- Mathematical software (Mathcad, Matlab, GeoGebra or equivalent) as a tool for solving problems

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Derivatives: Basic understanding of the concept of derivatives. Master simple derivation rules.
Integrals: Basic understanding of the integral concept. Master simple integration rules.
Modeling and numerical methods: Have some understanding of how to make a mathematical model and how it can be solved numerically.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Derivatives: Is able to solve common types of extreme value problems using derivatives
Integrals: Is able to calculate areas and volumes using integrals. Is able to solve mechanical problems using integrals.
Modeling and numerical methods: Understands how to make a mathematical model and how it can be solved numerically.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Derivatives: Can apply theory to more complicated applications and calculations.
Integrals: Can apply the theory to more complicated applications and calculations (rotational surfaces, arc lengths, etc.).
Modeling and numerical methods: Can construct and numerically solve more complicated models with calculation software.

Qualifications

Functions and equations 1,
Geometry and vectors,
Functions and equations 2.

Objective

After completing the course, the student should be able to describe energy use, energy sources, energy conversion processes and energy technical equipment. The student should be able to assess these, at a basic level, from a technical, economic and sustainability point of view.

Content

Energy use in Finland and globally
Energy sources and energy production
Energy engineering apparatus
Energy conversion, storage and transport
Fuels and combustion technology
Combustion engines and other heat engines
Power production
Sustainability and environmental aspects of energy production
Energy economy

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Can describe the usual energy sources and extraction methods.
Can describe apparatus and central processes in energy production and energy use and can say where they are used.
Can describe the main features of energy supply and use in Finland and globally.
Can mention the most important environmental aspects of energy production and energy use.
Can list the greenhouse gases and describe how and where they are emitted.
Can explain the central cost components of energy production.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Can compare different energy sources regarding properties and limitations.
Can compare properties and limitations of equipment and processes in energy technology. Can explain the operating principle of energy engineering equipment.
Can compare energy supply and consumption in Finland, neighboring countries and other important countries.
Can name methods for reducing the environmental impact and can explain their operating principle.
Can compare the climate impact fof different forms of energy production.
Can compare the costs of the most common forms of energy production.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Can describe development trends and be able to assess the development opportunities for new energy sources and new types of energy equipment.
Can explain the underlying causes of differences in energy supply and energy use between different countries and regions.
Can assess methods for reducing environmental impact from a technical and economic perspective.
Can describe how the greenhouse effect works and can explain the most important mechanisms in the climate system.
Can make a profitability calculation for simple energy-technical investments.

Qualifications

Hydromechanics and Thermal Physics (recommended)

Objective

The student:
- can communicate orally and in writing in a structured and linguistic way.
- is aware of different ways of looking for information and can use it as well as can report according to standard arrangements.
- can use the reference system and know the work process for scientific writing.

Content

- Summary's or other longer writing assignments
- Trade Essay
- Official letters (meeting documents, business letters)
- Presentation technique and lectures
- Language care as needed
- Rules for written reports and scientific work
- Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Oral presentation: Responsible presentation ability characterized by partly stylistically inappropriate language, unstructured content and lack of commitment. Information retrieval: Ability to search for sources
to a task but the sources are superficial and elementary. Reporting: Ability to compile a report in which the rules for standard layout are to some extent stated. The language is poor and there are errors, but the report text is understandable. Reference system: Attempts to use a reference system and succeed to some extent.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Oral presentation: Good presentation ability characterized by structured content, suitable language and positive attitude. Written presentation: Good written ability which shows that the writer has mastered writing rules and has a sense of style. Information retrieval: Good ability to gather reliable sources for a task. Reporting: Good ability to prepare a clear report in accordance with the rules for standard layout. The language is understandable and functional. Reference system: Good ability to use a reference system in a functional way.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Oral presentation: Excellent presentation ability characterized by well thought out and well structured content, clear and versatile language and positive attitude to the topic and situation. A knowledgeable impression is given. Written presentation: Excellent writing ability that shows that the writer uses a versatile, clean and flawless writing language. Information retrieval: Excellent ability to critically search for reliable and credible sources for a task. Reporting: Excellent ability to set up
a well-structured and visually appealing report. The report text is well written, adapted to the subject and error free. Reference system: Excellent ability to use
one or more reference systems and know in which subject areas it is used.

Qualifications

none

Objective

After passing the course the student can apply basic physics concepts such as power, torque, energy and momentum to bodies in motion and in equilibrium.

Content

Unit conversions, formulas
Graphical descriptions of movement
Velocity, acceleration
Vectors in physics
Curvilinear motion and normal acceleration
Forces and Newton's laws
Energy, work, the work-energy principle
Power and efficiency
Impulse and momentum
Torques
Center of mass
Mechanical equilibrium
Truss analysis

Application according to specific education may occur.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a good level.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at an excellent level.

Qualifications

None