Academic year 2022 - 2023

•   Accounting and financial management BE16EF01-3003 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE21DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows what is meant by good accounting ethics
  - can perform basic accounting and track the cash flow of natural resources
  - knows the requirements for tax accounting
  - is aware of the entrepreneur's obligations to report and pay VAT, employer contributions and statutory insurance
  - can evaluate a company's financial statements (balance sheet and income statement) and assess the need for changes in business strategy
  - knows the overall purpose of financial management
  - can perform and evaluate various cost and revenue analyses taking into account sustainability, profitability and efficiency
  - understands the importance of using key figures in evaluating a business
  - knows how to assess and take into account risks in a business
  - can make an appropriate budget for a business

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Fundamentals of accounting in legislation and applicable tax laws:
  - Accounting ethics
  - Basics of double-entry accounting
  - Notification and payment of VAT, employer performance and statutory insurance
  - The financial statements (balance sheet and income statement) related to income tax
  Fundamentals of financial management for small businesses:
  - The purpose of financial management
  - The most important methods and tools of financial control
  - Cost and revenue analyzes taking into account sustainability, profitability and efficiency
  - Important financial indicators
  - Risks with business operations
  - Exercise in budgeting and calculation

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Inlämnade och godkända självständiga uppgifter
  Inlämnade och godkända gruppuppgifter
  Tentamen (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Enligt lärarens anvisningar (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Närundervisning (föreläsningar)
  Övningar (i klassen, hemuppgifter) (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Inlämningsuppgifter
  Deltagande i lektioner
  Tentamina (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E
  • BE21DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Veronika Bäckman

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Tentamina i slutet av perioden, två omtentamina (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Oinlämnade uppgifter
  Deltagande i lektioner under 50%
  Underkänt tentamina (under 50% av möjliga poäng) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Låga poäng i tentamina (50-70% av möjliga poäng)
  Alla uppgifter inlämnade
  Tillfredställande deltagande i lektionerna (50-70%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Poäng i tentamina över 70%
  Alla uppgifter inlämnade
  Tillfredställande deltagande i lektionerna (50-70%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Poäng i tentamina över 90%
  Alla uppgifter inlämnade i tid och väl utförda
  Högt (över 70%) och aktivt deltagande i lektionerna (not translated)

•   Agricultural Water Management BE16FS01-3004 27.02.2023-21.04.2023  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the theoretical basics of water management of soil as well as the purposes of and
  approaches to drainage of cultivated land
  - can consider basic concepts and principles when planning drainage and the appropriate materials available
  - can decide on which types of soil and crops irrigation is most appropriate for and choose the appropriate techniques and irrigation procedures

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Ground water
  Drainage: development and basic concepts
  Placement and sizing of open ditches and covered ditches
  Maintenance, problems and troubleshooting
  Materials and machines for cover ditches
  Adjustable drainage, lime filter ditch and traps for phosphorus
  Irrigation: soils and crops
  Calculation of irrigation requirements
  irrigation Technology
  Laws and regulations regarding ditching and irrigation

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  80 % närvaro vid kursens föreläsningstillfällen
  Vitsordskala 0 - 5, minst 50 % av totalpoängen i tentamen för godkänd / tillfredsställande nivå
  
  Se även kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Person(s) in charge

  Paul Riesinger

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  - Föreläsningsanteckningar.
  - Aktuella artiklar.
  - Riesinger P 2006. Grunder för ekologisk odling. Del I, Marken. Eget förlag. Karis. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar från kursledarens och studerandenas sida samt diskussioner. Studiebesök (gårdsstudier). Studerandena utför seminariearbeten. Arbetssättet följer principerna av PBI, FUI och CDIO. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Närvaro vid de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Deltagande i fält och vid gårdsbesök.
  Deltagande vid studiebesök.
  Seminariearbete.
  Nivån av uppnådd kunskap bedöms mha tentamen.
  
  2021 GK/U enligt bidrag i den digitala undervisningen. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 21.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 26.02.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Förkunskapskrav:
  Praktiska grunder
  Odlingsjordar och jordbearbetning
  Marklära och markvård (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Enligt validering. (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Studiebesök och inbjudna arbetslivskontakter enligt möjlighet (tidsresurser) och behov. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Inom ramen för kursschemat.
  Schemalagda omtentamenstillfällen. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Enligt behov och möjligheter. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Studerandenas arbetstid omfattar 3*27 timmar = 81 timmar. Dessa timmar fördelar sig på gemensamma arbetstillfällen (föreläsningar och laborationer, 28 timmar), egna arbeten (seminariearbete och presentation (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar), repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar) samt tentamen (2 timmar). I kursen ingår ett studiebesök. Arbetsinnehållet preciseras av den detaljerade kursbeskrivning som delas ut i samband med kursintroduktionen. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  - Markvatten
  - Dränering: utveckling och grundläggande begrepp
  - Placering och dimensionering av öppna och täckdiken
  - Underhåll, problem och felsökning (fältstudier)
  - Material och maskiner vid täckdikning
  - Reglerbar dränering, kalkfilterdike och fosforfälla
  - Bevattning: jordarter och grödor
  - Beräkning av bevattningsbehovet
  - Bevattningsteknik
  - Lagar och förordningar kring dikning och bevattning
  
  Hållbar utveckling inom lantbruket (bioekonomi) utgör en väsentlig del av kursen (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Frånvaro, överstigande 20 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Mindre än hälften av tentamenspoängen.
  Underkänt eller icke-inlämnat kursarbete. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Uppnått grundkunskap. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid gemensamma arbetstillfällen.
  Uppnått grundkunskap och kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid gemensamma arbetstillfällen.
  Kursarbetet präglas av förmågan att arbeta självständigt, kreativt och kritiskt.
  Uppnått grundkunskap, kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar, förmåga att själv tillämpa grundkunskap. (not translated)

•   Alternative forest management BE16MN02-3004 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE19DS-EK) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can, based on wide-ranging expertise, assess the needs, possibilities and effects of different management methods
  - can plan alternative stock management programs and provide advice to forest owners

  Prerequisites

  Forest regeneration
  Stand management

  Content of the study unit

  Seedling production in nurseries
  Provenance trials
  How to prevent wind damage?
  Pruning, execution and profitability
  Natural regeneration of pine and spruce
  Continuous Cover Forestry

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Godkända rapporter över studiebesök
  Godkända inlämningsuppgifter
  Litteraturtent över Naturlig förnyelse med tall och gran
  Litteraturtent över kontinuerlig beståndsvård (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE19DS-EK

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Anatomy and physiology BE22DJ40-3001 27.02.2023-21.04.2023  4 credits  (BE22DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - has knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of production animals
  - knows the body's functions and the metabolism of different animal species

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Animal anatomy
  The physiology of animals
  Animal metabolism
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Responsible consumption and production and of good health and well-being.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Gun Karell

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 21.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 26.02.2023

  • 4 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gun Karell

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Animal Husbandry in Finland BE22DJ10-3001 02.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE22DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - is familiar with the various branches of production in Finnish animal husbandry
  - is familiar with various practical work stages in pet production in Finland
  - understand how the legislation governs animal husbandry

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Finnish animal husbandry and its various branches of production
  The most common production animal breeds
  Introduction to practical work on livestock farms
  Application of Finnish animal husbandry legislation
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible consumption and production, Life on land and Climate action.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Gun Karell

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 01.01.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gun Karell

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Animal pests BE16FVB02-3002 02.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE20DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the plant parasitic nematodes, the harmful insects and the viruses that occur in field crop cultivation in Finland and knows their life cycles and methods of dissemination
  - can take preventive measures and assess the threshold for regulatory measures
  - can plan and carry out direct plant protection measures

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Plant pests in Finland
  Quarantine pests
  Life cycles and distribution methods
  Preventive plant protection
  Determination of regulatory requirements
  Mechanisms of action of insecticides
  Direct plant protection measures (strategies)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro under minst 80 % av föreläsningstillfällena
  Vitsordsskala 0 - 5, minst 50 % av totalpoängen i tentamen för godkänd / tillfredsställande nivå
  
  Se även tilläggsuppgifter om bedömningen i kursens plan för förverkligande och på kursens moodlesida (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Person(s) in charge

  Paul Riesinger

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Aktuella artiklar.
  Ansalehto, A., et al., 2000. Balanserat växtskydd. Kasvinsuojeluseura. Helsingfors.
  Branschföretagens handböcker.
  Fogelfors H et al. (2015). Vår mat. Studentlitteratur. S. 431-433, 448-504.
  Hammar O et al. (1990). Växtodling 1. Marken. S. 305-345 (växtskydd).
  Hannukkala A et al. (2000). Växtskydd på ekogården. Forskning för framåt. SLF. Helsingfors. Borde ha skaffats i Grundkurs i växtskydd.
  Hedene, K.-A. & Olofsson, B., 1994. Skadegörare på lantbruksgrödor. LTs förlag. Stockholm.
  Jord- och skogsbruksministeriet (1996). Sprutförarhandboken. Delades ut i Grundkurs i växtskydd.
  Kasvinsuojeluseura (1998). Aktuella växtskyddsanvisningar.
  Nielsen G.C. & Jensen, J.P., 2001. Markens sygdomme og skadedyr. Dalum Landbrugsskoles Forlag.
  Peltonen S (2016). Växtskydd för åkergrödor. ProAgria. Svenska lantbrukssällskapens förbund.
  SLU. Faktablad om växtskydd. Uppsala. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar från kursledarens och studerandenas sida samt diskussioner. Studerandena utför seminariearbeten. Arbetssättet följer principerna av PBI, FUI och CDIO. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Närvaro vid de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Deltagande i fält och vid gårdsbesök.
  Deltagande vid studiebesök.
  Seminariearbete.
  Nivån av uppnådd kunskap bedöms mha tentamen.
  
  
  2021 GK/U enligt bidrag i den digitala undervisningen. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  03.12.2022 - 01.01.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DA-E
  • BE19DA-EK

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Förkunskapskrav
  Praktiska grunder
  Odlingsjordar och jordbearbetning
  Marklära och markvård
  Genetik och växtförädling
  Grunder i växtskydd
  Ogräs
  Växtsjukdomar (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  ÅboRaseborg (not translated)

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Enligt validering. (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Studiebesök och inbjudna arbetslivskontakter enligt möjlighet (tidsresurser) och behov. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Inom ramen för kursschemat.
  Schemalagda omtentamenstillfällen. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Enligt behov och möjligheter. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Studerandenas arbetstid omfattar 3*27 timmar = 81 timmar. Dessa timmar fördelar sig på gemensamma arbetstillfällen (föreläsningar och laborationer, 28 timmar), egna arbeten (seminariearbete och presentation (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar), repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar) samt tentamen (2 timmar). I kursen ingår ett studiebesök. Arbetsinnehållet preciseras av den detaljerade kursbeskrivning som delas ut i samband med kursintroduktionen. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  - Skadedjur och deras biologi
  - Skadeinsekter och viroser
  - Förebyggande åtgärder mot skadedjur
  - Saneringsgrödor
  - Biologisk reglering och bekämpning
  - Bekämpningströsklar, bekämpningsmedel och bekämpningsstrtrategier
  - Resistens mot pesticider
  - Karantänskadegörare
  
  Hållbar utveckling inom lantbruket (bioekonomi) utgör en väsentlig del av kursen. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Frånvaro, överstigande 20 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Mindre än hälften av tentamenspoängen.
  Underkänt eller icke-inlämnat kursarbete. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Uppnått grundkunskap. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid gemensamma arbetstillfällen.
  Uppnått grundkunskap och kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  IIntresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid gemensamma arbetstillfällen.
  Kursarbetet präglas av förmågan att arbeta självständigt, kreativt och kritiskt.
  Uppnått grundkunskap, kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar, förmåga att själv tillämpa grundkunskap. (not translated)

•   Animal welfare and ethics BE16HG03-3004 24.04.2023-16.06.2023  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows and applies animal welfare legislation with due regard to ethical requirements
  - has insight into the rules, requirements and restrictions that affect livestock production, including cross-compliance and livestock support, and how these affect production conditions
  - knows how to plan animal accommodation according to current animal welfare regulations

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Animal welfare legislation and its application within the EU and Finland
  Rules, requirements, restrictions and official recommendations in Finnish animal husbandry, including cross-compliance and support for farm animals
  Planning of production buildings for animal husbandry

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Vitsordsskala 0 - 5, minst 50 % av totalpoängen i tentamen för godkänd / tillfredsställande nivå
  Projektarbetet inverkar på det sammanvägda kursvitsordet (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Person(s) in charge

  Gun Karell

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.04.2023 - 16.06.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 02.04.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gun Karell

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Applied cultivation technology BE16FS02-3004 02.05.2023-16.06.2023  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows practical details about the planning and management of field trials
  - can identify the most common weed species in cereal, oilseed, forage and sugar crops
  - can take stock of and assess the need for practical fertilisation and plant protection measures in fields during spring and early summer
  - has mastered basic plant protection technology and is knowledgeable about combine harvesters
  - knows specific regional conditions for rural entrepreneurship, in particular applied plant cultivation, in different parts of Finland and can analyse and report on a study trip in Finland

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Regional excursion (The excursion, which is carried out for about 3 - 4 days and contains about 12 - 15 pieces of different destinations on a broad basis in the agriculture sector, is placed annually in either Ostrobothnia, Åland or eastern Uusimaa)
  Study visit to the Center for Sugar Beet Research
  Study visits to fertilization and plant protection experiments (Yara, Kotkaniemi)
  SPAD diagnosis in cereals
  Plant Protection Day with business representatives
  Field studies at Västankvarn farm
  
  Sustainable development in agriculture (bioeconomy) is an essential part of the course and various organic production forms are included in the study trip

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och specifikt uppgjorda aktuella program för regional studieresa, studiebesök och fältförlagda övningar (not translated)

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  Person(s) in charge

  Lars Fridefors

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  - Erkamo M 2001. Rikkakasviopas. Kasvinsuojeluseura.
  - Weidow B 2000. Ogräs på åker och i trädgård. Natur och Kultur. Stockholm.
  - Broschyrer om växtskyddsmedel (Agrimarket, Berner, Syngenta, Yara). (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Fältstudier på Västankvarn samt studiebesök till Yara/Kotkaniemi (Paul Riesinger: två dagar).
  Fyra dagars studiebesöksresa med anknytning till enskilda kurser (jordarts- och marklära, vattenhushållning, växtnäringslära, odlingsväxter, foderkonservering) (Paul Riesinger).
  Arbetssättet följer principerna av PBI, FUI och CDIO. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Aktivt deltagande.
  Tentamen i ogräskännedom. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.05.2023 - 16.06.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 01.05.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger, Lars Fridefors

  Additional information

  Förkunskapskrav:
  Praktiska grunder
  Genetik och växtförädling
  Grunder i växtskydd
  Odlingsjordar och jordbearbetning
  Marklära och markvård
  Odlingsmarkens vattenhushållning
  Markens växtnäringsförråd
  Mineralgödsel
  Organisk gödsel (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Enligt validering. (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Studiebesök och inbjudna arbetslivskontakter enligt möjlighet (tidsresurser) och behov. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Inom ramen för kursschemat. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Enligt behov och möjligheter. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Studerandenas arbetstid omfattar 1,5*27 timmar = 40 timmar. Dessa timmar fördelar sig på närstudier (demonstrationer, laborationer och studiebesök = 16 timmar) och ett eget arbete (inventering och skriftlig rapport angående ogräs, växtsjukdomar och skadedjur = 24 timmar). Arbetsinnehållet preciseras av den detaljerade kursbeskrivning som delas ut i samband med kursintroduktionen.
  Fyra dagars studiebesöksresa. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  Dag 1: Gödslings- och växtskyddsförsök (Yara, Kotkaniemi).
  Dag 2: SPAD-diagnos i spannmål. Växtskyddsdag med representant från näringslivet, med anslutande tentamen i ogräskännedom (Västankvarn).
  Fyra dagars studiebesöksresa.
  Hållbar utveckling inom lantbruket (bioekonomi) utgör en väsentlig del av kursen (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Se bedömningsgrunder och -metoder. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Se bedömningsgrunder och -metoder. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Se bedömningsgrunder och -metoder. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Se bedömningsgrunder och -metoder. (not translated)

  Approved / Failed

  Aktivt deltagande.
  Tentamen i ogräskännedom. (not translated)

•   Arable soils and soil cultivation BE22OT10-3001 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE22DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows about different arable lands that occur in the Nordic countries
  - knows different tillage methods
  - understands the cultivation characteristics of the arable land and can adapt the cultivation measures based on different soil types

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Yield-generating factors
  Climate factors
  Soil formation
  Geology
  Agriculture's soil taxonomy
  Land use properties (cultivation, erosion, nutrient losses)
  Principal soil-related conditions and goals for spring and autumn cultivation in agriculture
  Traditional tillage, reduced tillage and direct sowing
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible consumption and production, Life on land and Climate action.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  - Föreläsningsanteckningar, artiklar.
  - Markkarteringstjänst 2000. Tolkning av markkartering vid åkerbruk.
  - Riesinger P 2006. Grunder för ekologisk odling. Del I, Marken. Eget förlag. Karis.
  - Riesinger P 2006. Grunder för ekologisk odling. Del III, Jordbearbetning och ogräsreglering. Eget förlag, Karis. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar, litteraturstudier, laborationer och diskussioner. Studerandena utför seminariearbeten (om jordbearbetning). Arbetssättet följer principerna av PBI, FUI och CDIO. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Seminariearbete och inlämningsuppgifter.
  Nivån av uppnådd kunskap bedöms mha tentamen. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E
  • ÖH22BEA-LED

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Förkunskapskrav: Växtodling i Finland (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Inga. (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Enligt behov. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Inom ramen för kursschemat.
  Schemalagda omtentamenstillfällen. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Enligt behov. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Studerandenas arbetstid omfattar 3*27 timmar = 81 timmar. Dessa timmar fördelar sig på närstudier (föreläsningar och laborationer, 32 timmar), egna arbeten (seminariearbete och presentation (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar) och repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar). Arbetsinnehållet preciseras av den detaljerade kursbeskrivning som delas ut i samband med kursintroduktionen. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  - Avkastningsbildande faktorer
  - Geologi
  - Klimatfaktorer
  - Jordmånsbildning
  - Lantbrukets jordartstaxonomi
  - Principiella markrelaterade förutsättningar och mål vid vår- och höstbruk
  - Traditionell jordbearbetning, reducerad bearbetning och direktsådd
  - Jordarternas brukningsegenskaper (bearbetning, erosion, växtnäringsförluster) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Mindre än hälften av tentamenspoängen.
  Underkända eller icke-inlämnade kursarbeten.
  Frånvaro från studiebesök och laborationer.
  Frånvaro under mer än 20 % av föreläsningstillfällena. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av föreläsningstillfällena.
  Uppnått grundkunskap. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid föreläsningstillfällen.
  Uppnått grundkunskap och kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid föreläsningstillfällen. Kursarbetet präglas av förmågan att arbeta självständigt, kreativt och kritiskt.
  Uppnått grundkunskap, kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar, förmåga att själv tillämpa grundkunskap. (not translated)

•   Basics of Plant Protection BE22VG30-3001 27.02.2023-21.04.2023  3 credits  (BE22DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - is aware of the challenges posed by weeds and pests
  - knows about various preventive plant protection measures
  - is aware of various control measures
  - knows and can consider ecotoxicological factors
  - can optimize the spraying technique according to prevailing conditions
  - can take into account current plant protection legislation.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Weeds, pathogenic organisms and insects
  Preventive and control measures
  The mode of action of pesticides
  Resistance to pesticides
  Ecotoxicology
  Execution of chemical control
  Legislation
  Individual abiotic pests and plant pests
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible consumption and production, Life on land and Climate action.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Paul Riesinger

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  - Föreläsningsanteckningar, artiklar.
  - Hannukkala et al. 2000. Växtskydd för ekoåkern. SLF, Helsingfors.
  - Jord- och skogsbruksministeriet 1996. Sprutförarhandboken. Helsingfors. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar från kursledarens och studerandenas sida samt diskussioner. Studerandena utför seminariearbeten. Arbetssättet följer principerna av PBI, FUI och CDIO. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Närvaro vid de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Deltagande i fält och vid gårdsbesök.
  Deltagande vid studiebesök.
  Seminariearbete.
  Nivån av uppnådd kunskap bedöms mha tentamen. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 21.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 26.02.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Inga. (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Enligt validering. (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Enligt möjligheter och behov. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Tentamen inom schemalagd kurstid. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Enligt möjligheter och behov. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Studerandenas arbetstid omfattar 3*27 timmar = 81 timmar. Dessa timmar fördelar sig på gemensamma arbetstillfällen (föreläsningar och laborationer, 28 timmar), egna arbeten (seminariearbete och presentation (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar), repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar) samt tentamen (2 timmar). I kursen ingår ett studiebesök. Arbetsinnehållet preciseras av den detaljerade kursbeskrivning som delas ut i samband med kursintroduktionen. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  - Ogräs, patogena organismer och insekter
  - Förebyggande åtgärder och bekämpningsåtgärder
  - Pesticidernas verkningssätt
  - Resistens mot pesticider
  - Ekotoxikologi
  - Utförande av kemisk bekämpning
  - Lagstiftning
  - Enskilda åkerogräs
  - Enskilda abiotiska skador och växtskadegörare
  
  Hållbar utveckling inom lantbruket (bioekonomi) utgör en väsentlig del av kursen. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Frånvaro, överstigande 20 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Mindre än hälften av tentamenspoängen.
  Underkänt eller icke-inlämnat kursarbete. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Uppnått grundkunskap. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid gemensamma arbetstillfällen.
  Uppnått grundkunskap och kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid gemensamma arbetstillfällen.
  Kursarbetet präglas av förmågan att arbeta självständigt, kreativt och kritiskt.
  Uppnått grundkunskap, kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar, förmåga att själv tillämpa grundkunskap. (not translated)

•   Bioeconomy Project BE16GE01-3004 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  6 credits  (BE20DS-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the concept of bioeconomics and its importance in Finland
  - is aware of the potential of natural resources to replace non-renewable products in the transition from linear to circular economics
  - knows the potential of natural resources in the production and sale of goods, services and experiences
  - knows the concepts of quality management and quality certification
  - in smaller project groups, is responsible for planning, implementing, evaluating and reporting seminars under the theme "Current issues in bioeconomics"
  - has deepened their knowledge within an area of bioeconomics of their choice
  - can broaden their knowledge of the theme through literature studies
  - can carry out an investigation/survey in their chosen subject area in smaller project groups, preferably in cooperation with the business community in the region in question
  - can compile a written report
  - can present project results to different audiences

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Project Management
  Definitions of Bioeconomy

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Godkänd projektdokumentering och projektrapport
  Godkänd presentation av projektet (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Course instructions, references and study material announced on the Moodle site.

  Learning methods

  Project based learning
  Field studies and study visits
  Lectures

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Course grade 0 - 5.
  
  Bioeconomy project 70 % of the grade.
  
  Course activity 30 % of the grade.

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 28.08.2022

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DS-E
  • BE20DA-E

  Seats

  5 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Additional information

  Field oriented chosen bioeconomy projects are the essential core of the course content.
  
  "News in bioeconomy" is an opportunity for students to invite special experts in certain chosen areas of the bioeconomy.

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Field oriented projects.
  
  Natural Fibers seminar 9th of November, 2022

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Seminar with project presentations and evaluation 12th of December, 2022.

  Student's schedule and workload

  6 Credits during 6th of September - 13th of December, 2022.
  
  Workload for students in average about 27 h / credit

  Content scheduling

  About 3 Credits during the first period and about 3 credits during the second period autumn 2022.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Accepted bioeconomy project and course activity on an acceptable minimum level for grade 1.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Accepted bioeconomy project and course activity on a good level for grade 3.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Accepted bioeconomy project and course activity on an excellent level for grade 5.

•   Brushing Techniques BE22SG30-3001 29.08.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE22DS-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can perform tending of seedling stands using a forest brush saw and observe occupational safety regulations
  - can consider the biological diversity and the game in the tending process
  - can perform basic service on a forest brush saw

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Occupational safety in tending process
  Work technique and individual adjustment of harness and brush saw
  Tending of seedling stands using a brush saw
  Pre-harvest clearing
  Maintenance of the brush saw
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Responsible consumption and production

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

  Further information

  Krav på närvaro i tilräcklig omfattning (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 02.09.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DS-E
  • ÖH22BIOS-LED

  Small group(s)

  • Grupp A (Size: 8. Open university: 0.)
  • Grupp B (Size: 8. Open university: 0.)

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Ulf Nyholm

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Business Project BE16SP02-3004 24.10.2022-13.01.2023  3 credits  (BE20DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can practically apply knowledge of marketing, sales and financial monitoring
  - has the skills to work in natural resource projects as a member and leader

  Prerequisites

  Felling Techniques

  Content of the study unit

  Time planning and budgeting of the project
  Marketing of the business
  Negotiations with the merchants association of Ekenäs town center
  Drawing up a cooperation agreement with the merchants association
  Participation in the events of the opening of the Christmas street and the Old Times Christmas market in Ekenäs
  Procurement and manufacture of products for sale
  Sales of Christmas packages to entrepreneurs
  Sale of Christmas trees and other products on Raseborgsvägen 9
  Recollecting delivered Christmas packages after the Holidays
  Documentation of meetings and activities
  Accounting of income and expenditure, double accounting and project financial statements
  Final report on the project is submitted to the supervising teacher

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Godkänd dokumentation
  Projektrapport och projektbokslut (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 13.01.2023

  Enrollment date range

  16.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Chemical Wood Processing BE16VS01-3003 27.02.2023-21.04.2023  3 credits  (BE21DS-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the importance of chemistry in the forest industry
  - can explain how mechanical pulp is produced
  - can describe different methods of chemical cellulose production
  - understands the connection between the quality of the raw material and the quality of mechanical and chemical pulp
  - knows the main principles of the most common bleaching methods
  - is aware of the main principles for the production of the most important varieties of paper and cardboard
  - understands the connection between the quality of the raw material and the characteristics of different types of paper
  - knows how care of the environment is taken into account in chemical timber processing
  - has knowledge of research and product development in the chemical timber processing industry

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  The chemical properties of wood
  The rise of paper production
  Chemical forest industry in Finland
  Quality requirements for the raw material
  Manufacture of: Mechanical pulp, chemical pulp and CTMP pulp
  Bleaching methods
  Manufacture and properties of different types of paper: newsprint, printing and writing paper, wrapping paper, tissue paper and specialty paper
  Tall oil, lignans, xylitol and plant sterols
  Nanocellulose, biodiesel, textiles and composite materials
  Environmental considerations and environmental impact

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Godkända uppgifter
  En tent eller två deltenter (not translated)

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  Person(s) in charge

  Johnny Sved

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 21.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 26.02.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DS-E
  • BE20DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Community Planning BE16SS02-3004 27.02.2023-21.04.2023  3 credits  (BE21DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the need for land-use planning
  - knows the Finnish planning system
  - knows the reference framework for land-use planning legislation and participating organisations
  - knows the content of various plans (landscape, general, detailed) and their legal effects
  - can explain the planning process within a municipality

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  Why do we need community planning?
  Legislation and other governance
  How is community planning organized?
  Landscape Plans
  General Plans
  Detailed plans
  The impact of the plans on forestry and farming
  Permission for environmental work
  Permission processes related to construction
  Examples from different landscapes and municipalities

  Further information

  I bedömningen beaktas:
  Inlämnade och godkända uppgifter
  Tenter (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 21.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 26.02.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Crop Production in Finland BE22VG10-3001 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  3 credits  (BE22DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - knows the basics of soil and climate science
  - can identify different soil types and assess soil health
  - knows different ways to establish autumn-sown crops
  - can identify plant species in autumn-sown fields
  - knows the need for plant protection in autumn-sown fields
  - becomes familiar with experimental activities

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  General introduction to soil science and climate science
  Soil type determination and assessment of soil health in the field
  Tillage equipment and results of autumn tillage measures
  Identification of plant species in the field
  Organization of field trials
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible consumption and production, Life on land and Climate action.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Föreläsningsanteckningar, artiklar.
  Riesinger P 2006. Grunder för ekologisk odling. Del I, Marken. Eget förlag. Karis. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Inventeringar, demonstrationer och övningar i fält samt föreläsningar och diskussioner. Studiebesök. Arbetssättet följer principerna av PBI, FUI och CDIO. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Deltagande vid övningar i fält och gårdsbesök. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 02.09.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E
  • ÖH22BEA-LED

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Vädertålig klädsel vid övningar i fält och studiebesök. (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Inga. (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Inventerings- och provtagningsarbete. Gårdsbesök. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Deltagande vid övningar i fält och gårdsbesök. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Enligt behov. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Studerandenas arbetstid omfattar 3*27 timmar = 81 timmar. Dessa timmar fördelar sig på närstudier (inventeringar, demonstrationer och övningar i fält samt föreläsningar och diskussioner, 32 timmar), egna arbeten (seminariearbete och presentation (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar) och repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar). I kursen ingår studiebesök. Arbetsinnehållet preciseras av den detaljerade kursbeskrivning som delas ut i samband med kursintroduktionen. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  - Växtodling i Finland
  - Marklära och jordartsbedömning
  - Klimatlära
  - Maskinkedjor vid höstbruk och beståndsetablering på hösten
  - Ogräsinventering (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Mindre än hälften av tentamenspoängen.
  Underkänt eller icke-inlämnat kursarbete. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av föreläsningstillfällena.
  Uppnått grundkunskap. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid föreläsningstillfällen.
  Uppnått grundkunskap och kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid föreläsningstillfällen.
  Kursarbetet präglas av förmågan att arbeta självständigt, kreativt och kritiskt.
  Uppnått grundkunskap, kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar, förmåga att själv tillämpa grundkunskap. (not translated)

  Approved / Failed

  Deltagande vid övningar i fält och gårdsbesök. (not translated)

•   Dairy and beef production BE16FHA02-3002 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE20DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the requirements of dairy and meat animals in their production environment, feeding and care, with emphasis on differences in milk cows, including the goals of feeding and different slaughter classes
  - knows which factors affect the performance of dairy and beef production and can optimise them
  - knows how production facilities for dairy and meat should be designed to be efficient, effective and humane with an emphasis on differences in dairy herds

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Conditions for dairy cows and beef production in the EU and Finland
  Dairy cow and beef production's historical development and future prospects, the origin, occurrence and distribution of different meat varieties in Finland
  Associations in the area and their operations, such as Suomen Highland Cattle r.y.
  Pasture management and landscaping with various support options
  Anatomy and physiology of different meat breeds, breed-specific feeding and care with emphasis on differences in relation to dairy herds and other meat breeds
  The impact of the slaughter classification on feeding and care, the difference between large heavy meat breeds such as Simmental and light meat breeds such as Highland Cattle, importance for, for example, choice of pasture, fencing, stable building design and various indoor technical solutions, breeding work and customer segments, marketing and marketing.
  Factors affecting the results of dairy cows and beef production
  Optimization of dairy cows and beef production

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Vitsordsskala 0 - 5, minst 50 % av totalpoängen i tentamen för godkänd / tillfredsställande nivå, inverkan på kursvitsordet 50 %
  
  Projekt/seminariearbete bedöms i skalan 0 - 5, inverkan på kursvitsordet 50 %
  
  Godkänt deltagande i studiebesök
  
  Aktivitet och intresse inverkar på bedömningen och det slutliga kursvitsordet (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DA-E
  • BE19DA-EK

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gun Karell

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Degree Thesis BE19EXA01-3001 01.05.2023-31.05.2024  15 credits  (BE20DS-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The degree thesis is part of the student's personal competence profile. In the degree thesis, the student will apply theoretical models to practical problems. The student must also show that they can handle complex problems independently within their area of ​​competence and can work logically and methodically. The student should be able to work in a scientific way and use reference material and external sources of knowledge.

  Prerequisites

  The course research methodology or equivalent knowledge and at least 120 credits of compulsory studies performed.

  Content of the study unit

  The thesis consists of a practical application and an associated theoretical analysis. The written design must follow Novia's writing instructions for a degree thesis. The thesis also includes a public presentation of the thesis and a written maturity test.
  
  The degree thesis can be started when students have sufficient knowledge in the form of approved professional studies and methodology studies. The work begins with students drawing up a work and / or research plan for the process.The plan presents at least subject choices, language, work title, a preliminary outline and schedule. The plan must be approved by the head of the degree program. In connection with the approval of the plan, supervisors are appointed for degree work.
  
  The degree thesis may consist of internal and / or external ordering work, collaborative projects or other work-related work. These may be, for example:
  - an investigation (eg investigation, survey, analysis and / or evaluation)
  - development work (eg development of working methods or activities)
  - product development (eg working models or applications)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  The student's degree thesis satisfies the assessment criteria applied in this degree program at a satisfactory level. The assessment criteria can be found on the Moodle page for thesis work concerned year.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  The student's degree thesis satisfies the assessment criteria applied in this degree program at a good level. The assessment criteria can be found on the Moodle page for thesis work concerned year.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  The student's degree thesis satisfies the assessment criteria applied in this degree program at an excellent level. The assessment criteria can be found on the Moodle page for thesis work concerned year.

  Further information

  Novia's process description for degree thesis on Novia's intranet.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Johnny Sved

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  01.05.2023 - 31.05.2024

  Enrollment date range

  01.05.2023 - 27.08.2023

  • 15 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DS-E
  • BE20DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Paul Riesinger, Gun Karell, Lars Fridefors, Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  ÅboRaseborg (not translated)

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Degree Thesis BE19EXA01-3002 01.01.2023-31.05.2023  15 credits  (BE19DS-EK, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The degree thesis is part of the student's personal competence profile. In the degree thesis, the student will apply theoretical models to practical problems. The student must also show that they can handle complex problems independently within their area of ​​competence and can work logically and methodically. The student should be able to work in a scientific way and use reference material and external sources of knowledge.

  Prerequisites

  The course research methodology or equivalent knowledge and at least 120 credits of compulsory studies performed.

  Content of the study unit

  The thesis consists of a practical application and an associated theoretical analysis. The written design must follow Novia's writing instructions for a degree thesis. The thesis also includes a public presentation of the thesis and a written maturity test.
  
  The degree thesis can be started when students have sufficient knowledge in the form of approved professional studies and methodology studies. The work begins with students drawing up a work and / or research plan for the process.The plan presents at least subject choices, language, work title, a preliminary outline and schedule. The plan must be approved by the head of the degree program. In connection with the approval of the plan, supervisors are appointed for degree work.
  
  The degree thesis may consist of internal and / or external ordering work, collaborative projects or other work-related work. These may be, for example:
  - an investigation (eg investigation, survey, analysis and / or evaluation)
  - development work (eg development of working methods or activities)
  - product development (eg working models or applications)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  The student's degree thesis satisfies the assessment criteria applied in this degree program at a satisfactory level. The assessment criteria can be found on the Moodle page for thesis work concerned year.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  The student's degree thesis satisfies the assessment criteria applied in this degree program at a good level. The assessment criteria can be found on the Moodle page for thesis work concerned year.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  The student's degree thesis satisfies the assessment criteria applied in this degree program at an excellent level. The assessment criteria can be found on the Moodle page for thesis work concerned year.

  Further information

  Novia's process description for degree thesis on Novia's intranet.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Johnny Sved

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  01.01.2023 - 31.05.2023

  Enrollment date range

  02.12.2022 - 31.12.2022

  • 15 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE19DS-EK
  • BE19DA-EK

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Paul Riesinger, Gun Karell, Gunnar Salingre, Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  ÅboRaseborg (not translated)

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Diet for a Green Planet - Interventions to Promote Healthy and Sustainable Food, 5 cr VAL20037-3003 15.12.2022-31.03.2023  5 credits +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  After the course the student will have:
  - An ability to suggest feasible and relevant methods/improvements to (a) promote
  a sustainable local food system (b) improve the healthiness, and impact on the
  environment, and (c) to reduce food waste.
  - A better understanding of, and deepen your capacity for, listening and
  perspective-taking.

  Prerequisites

  No special prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  · S tudy visits including a farm, a food processor and a catering or large kitchen.
  The art of listening training
  · Assignments for a) healthy and environmentally sound food b) protein shift and
  (c) with minimizing waste.
  . The Baltic Sea Region Strategy will be consulted in the work with the
  assignments.

  Further information

  Diet for a Green Planet is delivered as a part-time online studies
  
  Students need access to computer or pad with internet connection, headphones, a microphone and a webcam.
  
  The main language in the study unit is English. Other languages can be used in some in part of the discussions and in counselling, for example when focusing on specified issues for a certain region or country.
  
  Costs: Read more about costs for Open UAS students: https://www.novia.fi/studies/open-uas/

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  European Union Baltic Sea Region Strategy. https://www.balticsea-region-strategy.eu/ (selected parts and resources) Andersen, L.R. & Björkman, T. (2019). The Nordic secret: a European story of beauty and freedom. Lidingö: Fri tanke More provided on the course moodle page: Books, articles, films, podcasts and other study materials according to the lecturer’s instructions.

  Learning methods

  Lectures, individual assignments, course literature, and study groups (national and
  based on interest) to support each other’s assignments and personal development.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  15.12.2022 - 31.03.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2022 - 14.12.2022

  • 5 credits

  Seats

  12 - 50

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Share of online studies

  5 credits

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Three individual assignments: 1) Healthy and tasty food, 2) More vegetables and
  whole grains, and less meat, and 3) Less waste.

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / credit

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

  For approval active participation, completed tasks, active co-creation, and initiatives
  are counted. Points are awarded for each accomplishment and the course is
  approved by passing a minimum of 100 points. This allows for different ways to
  prove that the competence requirements are met.

•   Diet for a Green Planet - Project Development, 5 cr VAL20038-3003 23.03.2023-31.07.2023  5 credits +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - has the capacity to move from observation and reflection to action and to develop a
  feasible project plan for implementing actions that further sustainability in the local food system.
  - has the ability to listen deeply and reflect on one’s own role, including room for action,
  as a change agent in the local community and global society, and is able to
  reflect on one’s own driving forces in relation to a sustainable leadership.
  - can reflect over one's own organization, in relation to its ability to move to action.

  Prerequisites

  Before participating in this course you should have completed the courses "Diet for a Green Planet - Understanding Sustainability in the Food System (VAL20036) and Diet for a Green Planet - Interventions to Promote Healthy and Sustainable Food (VAL20037)

  Content of the study unit

  · Leadership exercises to deepen self awareness and listening skills
  · The exam project defines the whole third course. A template is offered as a
  guidance. The project is a transformation that the student has a real drive to
  accomplish and it is a real life issue in the students' work place. The studies are
  arranged to support the work preparing the transformation.
  · Stakeholder interviews
  · Deep listening and constructive feedback.

  Further information

  Diet for a Green Planet is delivered as a part-time online studies
  
  Students need access to computer or pad with internet connection, headphones, a microphone and a webcam.
  
  The main language in the study unit is English. Other languages can be used in some in part of the discussions and in counselling, for example when focusing on specified issues for a certain region or country.
  
  Costs: Read more about costs for Open UAS students: https://www.novia.fi/studies/open-uas/

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  Short texts are given that pinpoint the essentials. Otto Scharmer, Four levels of listening https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLfXpRkVZaI European Union Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region (EUSBSR) and relevant national, regional and local strategies for implementation of EUSBSR and Agenda 2030 More information will be provided on the moodle course page

  Learning methods

  Online lectures and group discussions, videos, project work. During the formation of
  the exam project different forms of support and feedback is offered - depending on
  the specific needs.
  Finally after the project is formulated, and communication skills are trained before
  the exam presentation. The students are encouraged to give constructive feedback
  to the project and the presentation. Virtual studies via Moodle, peer interviews, self
  assessment, tasks in Moodle that stepwise build the project, written project plan, oral
  presentation, peer support

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  23.03.2023 - 31.07.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 22.03.2023

  • 5 credits

  Seats

  12 - 50

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Share of online studies

  5 credits

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Written project plan and oral presentation of the exam project. Online group
  discussions?

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / credit

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

  Approval is assessed by completed project work and live presentation. Active
  co-creation, participation and initiatives are also counted.

•   Diet for a Green Planet - Understanding Sustainability in the Food System, 5 cr VAL20036-3003 25.08.2022-31.12.2022  5 credits +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - will be familiar with the key concepts: Ecological Regenerative Agriculture,
  Sustainable Food Societies, Diet for a Green Planet, Planetary Boundaries,
  Agenda 2030, and Ecological Footprints.
  - has the competence to describe, exemplify, and reflect on local food in season.
  - has the competence to understand food products using the concept Diet for a
  Green Planet.
  - has the competence to understand and reflect on the ecological balances on a
  farm using the concept Ecological Regenerative Agriculture.

  Prerequisites

  No special prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  · Introduction to the concepts: Planetary Boundaries, Agenda 2030, Baltic Sea
  Region Strategy, and Ecological Footprints.
  · Introduction to the ecosystem on a farm - what makes it regenerative?
  · Introduction to the Building Ecological Regenerative Agriculture and Society
  (BERAS) concepts: Diet for a Green Planet, Ecological Regenerative Agriculture,
  and Sustainable Food Societies.
  · Tracing of food products from fork to farm
  · Local food in season.
  · Visit to a farm and description of a farm in a systems perspective.

  Further information

  Diet for a Green Planet is delivered as part-time online studies
  
  Students need access to computer or pad with internet connection, headphones, a microphone and a webcam.
  
  The main language in the study unit is English. Other languages can be used in some in part of the discussions and in counselling, for example when focusing on specified issues for a certain region or country.
  
  Costs: Read more about costs for Open UAS students: https://www.novia.fi/studies/open-uas/

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  Diet for a Green Planet in Practice (Available in English, Swedish, Lithuanian, Polish, Spanish, Catalan, and Russian). www.dietforagreenplanet.se Granstedt, A. (2012). Farming for the future: with a focus on the Baltic Sea region . Huddinge: Södertörns högskola, COMREC. Andersen, L.R. & Björkman, T. (2019). The Nordic secret: a European story of beauty and freedom. Lidingö: Fri tanke. More provided on the course moodle page: Books, articles, films, podcasts and other study materials according to the lecturer’s instructions.

  Learning methods

  Lectures, individual assignments, literature studies, online meetings with group
  discussions, and written discussions in the learning platform Moodle. Study groups
  (national and based on interest) to support each other’s assignments and your
  development as change agents.
  Students need access to a computer or I-pad with internet connection, earphones,
  and a microphone. A web camera is desirable.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  25.08.2022 - 31.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  26.07.2022 - 24.08.2022

  • 5 credits

  Seats

  15 - 50

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Share of online studies

  5 credits

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Three individual assignments: 1) Tracing of a food product, 2) Local food in season,
  and 3) Farm description. Initiatives to group work will be encouraged and awarded.

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / credit

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

  For approval, active participation, completed tasks, active co-creation, and projects
  initiated by the student are counted towards the final grade. Points are awarded for
  each accomplishment and the course is approved by passing a minimum of 100
  points. This allows for different ways to prove that the competence requirements are
  met

•   Ecology BE22ED10-3001 01.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE22DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  -knows the basics of ecology at the individual, population, societal and ecosystem level
  -understands the importance of biodiversity, the function and stability of ecosystems
  -understands the meaning and significance of ecosystem services
  -has an understanding of the consequences of human impact on ecosystems

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  The function of ecosystems
  Biodiversity
  Population dynamics
  Ecosystem services
  Human impact on ecosystems in the past, present and future
  The impact of climate change on ecosystems
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Life on land

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Gunnar Salingre

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  01.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 31.12.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E
  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Economics of timber production NM13SK06-3002 02.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE21DS-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - has an understanding of the forest as capital property
  - knows methods for comparing forest management measures and the profitability of an investment
  - understands the economic premises of forestry guidelines
  - understands the difference between production and return
  - can determine the economically optimal cycle time of a forest
  - knows methods of cost calculation
  - can, with cost estimates, assess the profitability of acquiring various forest assets

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  The concept of economical interest
  Cash flow analysis
  Investment calculations
  Simulation of the development of a forest stock and the cash flows it generates

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Godkänd tent
  Godkända räkneövningar (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 01.01.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DS-E
  • BE20DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   English RB22EN01-3001 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE22DS-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  * shows the ability to communicate in a professional manner in a work context in speaking as well as writing
  * is familiar with essential terminology within his/her field and is able to benefit from professional literature
  * has a positive attitude to developing his/her receptive and productive language skills and is familiar with the relevant tools
  * is aware of cultural differences in international contexts

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Oral and written presentation in English
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, the main goal of quality education

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level.
  For passing, 50% of the exam points are required and that all exercises are passed.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  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.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Text material and assignments are part of the course.

  Learning methods

  Contact lessons based on communication, adaption of text material, individual work, work in pairs and groups, reports, presentations.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Grading on a scale 1-5 or fail. An approved course requires approved oral presentations, approved written assignments and an approved written examination.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DS-E
  • ÖH22BIOS-LED

  Seats

  10 - 30

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Maria Engberg

  Additional information

  N/A

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering, Degree Programme in Construction Management, Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  There will be a written examination in week 51 and the students will hand in assignments during the course. There will also be oral assignments in the form of presentations.

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  N/A

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  The students will hand in assignments during the course. The written exam takes place week 51 and the re-exams will be in spring 2021.

  Internationa connections

  N/A

  Student's schedule and workload

  The course comprises of a total of 81 hours, 30 hours of which will be contact lessons. The students are expected to work 51 hours outside the classroom.

  Content scheduling

  Different themes will be dealt with during the course.

  Assessment criteria

  The student has failed to meet the deadline of the written assignments and has not been present for the oral assignments.

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  The student can express himself in a simple but coherent way and write reports in a simple but often unstructured way. There are spelling mistakes and weaknesses in basic structures of a written text. The student manages to present orally but the presentation may be difficult for foreigners to understand. Limited ability express oneself fluently in speech, the student pauses to find suitable expressions or uses words in his native language. Have problems to find synonyms and a suitable style.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Grade 3
  The student can write coherent, analytical and structured texts including his own opinions and arguments and can draw conclusions of information from different sources. Breach of style, spelling mistakes and other small mistakes can be found but the student has a good command of the basic structures and can use difficult structures more correctly. Oral presentations are of a routine nature but structured.
  Grade 4
  The student writes almost flawless English and expresses himself fluently and professionally in speech and writing. The student writes well structured, analytical texts with well-grounded conclusions about more demanding topics and manages to pinpoint the most important in a text and provide examples. The student can express himself orally within a wide variety of topics spontaneously and rarely needs to look for the right expression. A versatile vocabulary.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  The language is idiomatic and flawless. The student can write scientific texts in a well-structured, interesting and correct way. Manages to vary the style and use of language depending on the target group. Can in speech use professional, balanced and idiomatic language, make corrections without the audience being disturbed by it and has a good command of insinuations and multi-faceted expressions. Oral speeches are interesting, creative and well structured.

•   English RB14EN01-3008 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  * shows the ability to communicate in a professional manner in a work context in speaking as well as writing
  * is familiar with essential terminology within his/her field and is able to benefit from professional literature
  * has a positive attitude to developing his/her receptive and productive language skills and is familiar with the relevant tools
  * is aware of cultural differences in international contexts

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  English (oral and written)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level.
  For passing, 50% of the exam points are required and that all exercises are passed.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  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.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Text material and assignments are part of the course.

  Learning methods

  Contact lessons based on communication, adaption of text material, individual work, work in pairs and groups, reports, presentations.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Grading on a scale 1-5 or fail. An approved course requires approved oral presentations, approved written assignments and an approved written examination.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E

  Seats

  10 - 30

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Maria Engberg

  Additional information

  N/A

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering, Degree Programme in Construction Management, Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  There will be a written examination in week 51 and the students will hand in assignments during the course. There will also be oral assignments in the form of presentations.

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  N/A

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  The students will hand in assignments during the course. The written exam takes place week 51 and the re-exams will be in spring 2021.

  Internationa connections

  N/A

  Student's schedule and workload

  The course comprises of a total of 81 hours, 30 hours of which will be contact lessons. The students are expected to work 51 hours outside the classroom.

  Content scheduling

  Different themes will be dealt with during the course.

  Assessment criteria

  The student has failed to meet the deadline of the written assignments and has not been present for the oral assignments.

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  The student can express himself in a simple but coherent way and write reports in a simple but often unstructured way. There are spelling mistakes and weaknesses in basic structures of a written text. The student manages to present orally but the presentation may be difficult for foreigners to understand. Limited ability express oneself fluently in speech, the student pauses to find suitable expressions or uses words in his native language. Have problems to find synonyms and a suitable style.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Grade 3
  The student can write coherent, analytical and structured texts including his own opinions and arguments and can draw conclusions of information from different sources. Breach of style, spelling mistakes and other small mistakes can be found but the student has a good command of the basic structures and can use difficult structures more correctly. Oral presentations are of a routine nature but structured.
  Grade 4
  The student writes almost flawless English and expresses himself fluently and professionally in speech and writing. The student writes well structured, analytical texts with well-grounded conclusions about more demanding topics and manages to pinpoint the most important in a text and provide examples. The student can express himself orally within a wide variety of topics spontaneously and rarely needs to look for the right expression. A versatile vocabulary.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  The language is idiomatic and flawless. The student can write scientific texts in a well-structured, interesting and correct way. Manages to vary the style and use of language depending on the target group. Can in speech use professional, balanced and idiomatic language, make corrections without the audience being disturbed by it and has a good command of insinuations and multi-faceted expressions. Oral speeches are interesting, creative and well structured.

•   Farm Internship 1 BE22GP10-3001 24.04.2023-25.08.2023  6 credits  (BE22DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can perform and describe common farm work in plant cultivation and animal husbandry
  - understands and can explain in writing how the farm works
  - can account for the farm internship in relation to sustainable development in agriculture

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Farm Internship on a broad basis in plant cultivation and animal husbandry
  The farm's functions
  Sustainable development of farms
  Farm practice is integrated from a number of global sustainability goals, mainly regarding Responsible consumption and production,Life on land, Decent work and economic growth, Climate action and Good health and well-being.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the learning objectives of the farm internship, and in the relevant course implementation compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students meet the learning objectives of the farm internship, and in the relevant course implementation compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students meet the learning objectives of the farm internship, and in the relevant course implementation compulsory elements, at a commendable level.

  Further information

  See special study package description for "Gårdspraktik" with accompanying instructions, forms and contract models in different languages (Swedish, Finnish and English) as well as insurance information, which is reviewed at scheduled introductory and information sessions regarding "Gårdspraktik".

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  Person(s) in charge

  Lars Fridefors

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Se kursens moodlesida. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Gårdspraktik, 20 praktikdagar, varav 10 dagar växtodlingsinriktad praktik och 10 dagar djurhållningsinriktad praktik.
  Skriftlig praktikrapportering (månadsrapporter samt gårdspraktikrapport/gårdspraktikbok (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Bedömning av gårdspraktik (praktikintyg)
  Bedömning av skriftlig praktikrapportering (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.04.2023 - 25.08.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 23.04.2023

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Additional information

  Se anvisningar på kursens moodlesida. (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Praktikgårdar i Finland (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Praktikgårdar i Sverige (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / sp (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  Gårdspraktik 1 genomförs under tiden 24.4 - 25.8.2023. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Underkänt genomförande av praktikdagar eller oinlämnat praktikintyg
  Underkänd skriftlig rapportering (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Genomförande av gårdspraktik och skriftlig praktikrapportering på en tillfredsställande nivå. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Genomförande av gårdspraktik och skriftlig praktikrapportering på en god nivå. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Genomförande av gårdspraktik och skriftlig praktikrapportering på en berömlig nivå. (not translated)

•   Farm Internship 2 BE22GP20-3001 22.05.2023-16.06.2023  6 credits  (BE22DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can perform and describe common farm work in plant cultivation and/or animal husbandry
  - understands and can explain in writing how the farm works
  - can account for the farm internship in relation to sustainable development in agriculture

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Farm Internship on a broad basis in plant cultivation and/or animal husbandry
  The farm's functions
  Sustainable development of farms
  Farm internship is integrated from a number of global sustainability goals, mainly regarding Responsible consumption and production, Life on land, Decent work and economic growth, Climate action and Good health and well-being.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the learning objectives of the farm internship, and in the relevant course implementation compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students meet the learning objectives of the farm internship, and in the relevant course implementation compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students meet the learning objectives of the farm internship, and in the relevant course implementation compulsory elements, at a commendable level

  Further information

  See special study package description for "Gårdspraktik" with accompanying instructions, forms and contract models in different languages (Swedish, Finnish and English) as well as insurance information, which is reviewed at scheduled introductory and information sessions regarding "Gårdspraktik".

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  Person(s) in charge

  Lars Fridefors

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  22.05.2023 - 16.06.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 21.05.2023

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Farm accounting and bookkeeping BE16EF02-3004 27.02.2023-21.04.2023  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - has achieved in-depth competencies regarding special issues in agricultural accounting and
  - agricultural taxation, property taxation, Supreme Administrative Court decisions, corporate taxation and tax declarations
  - can use the most common agricultural data programs (Wakka)
  - can perform a practical performance analysis and convert a farm's tax accounts into a results analysis

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Basic factors that affect the general conditions of agriculture
  Factors that have a major impact on the company's accounting and financial management
  Basic financial concepts and factors that affect the income statement and balance sheet
  Calculation and connection between various economic key figures such as liquidity, equity ratio
  The most important methods / tools for monitoring the company's profitability and cash flow
  Performance analysis and comparison analysis (alternative production)
  Review and use of the agricultural accounting keeping software Wakka
  Agricultural and forest taxation
  Declaration for agricultural businesses

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Vitsordsskala 0 - 5, minst 50 % av totalpoängen för godkänd / tillfredsställande nivå
  Inverkan på det sammanvägda kursvitsordet:
  Tentamen 50 %
  Övningsarbete i räkenskapsanalys 50%
  Övningsuppgift gällande Wakka-programmet bedöms med vitsordet godkänd/underkänd
  Skogsbeskattningsuppgift bedöms med vitsordet godkänd/underkänd
  Obligatoriskt deltagande i undervising om lantbrukssbeskattning/jordbruksföretagsdeklaration (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Person(s) in charge

  Veronika Bäckman

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Enligt lärarens anvisningar (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Närundervisning (föreläsningar)
  Övningsuppgifter (hemuppgifter, klassuppgifter) (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Inlämningsuppgifter
  Deltagande i lektioner
  Tentamina (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 21.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 26.02.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Veronika Bäckman

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Tentamina, två omtentamina (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Oinlämnade uppgifter
  Deltagande i lektioner under 50%
  Underkänt tentamina (under 50% av möjliga poäng) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Låga poäng i tentamina (50-70% av möjliga poäng)
  Alla uppgifter inlämnade
  Tillfredställande deltagande i lektionerna (50-70%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Poäng i tentamina över 70%
  Alla uppgifter inlämnade
  Tillfredställande deltagande i lektionerna (50-70%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Poäng i tentamina över 90%
  Alla uppgifter inlämnade i tid och väl utförda
  Högt (över 70%) och aktivt deltagande i lektionerna (not translated)

•   Farm based forestry BE16GS02-3006 02.05.2023-30.06.2023  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the importance of long-term sustainable forestry
  - knows the reasons for maintaining forests without the use of clearcuttings
  - knows the national database of forest assets and can use the service at www.minskog.fi in relation to forest farming
  - knows what a forestry plan contains and with the help of it can estimate the importance of forestry
  in relation to the entire activity of a farming company
  - can roughly estimate volume, growth and harvesting opportunities in terrain
  - knows the conditions for cultivation of broadleaf and mixed forests
  - knows other products from the forests ( nonwood-products)
  - knows forest ensurances and other forms of support for forest damages

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Forestry plans:
  - now and future opportunities
  - optimization
  - versatile forestry
  
  Forest insurance and compensation for moose damages
  
  Other use of forests:
  - what grows in the forest (other than wood)
  - recreation and other use of forest terrain
  - environment / protection
  
  Alternative forest management methods

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  The written exam will be evaluated by grade 0 - 5 according to the motivations in the answers and a logical thinking process (red string) in the forestry planning process for specified and selected purposes
  At least 50 % of the points in the written exam is required for an acceptable grade in the written exam (grade 0 - 5)
  The result and grade for the group work (project work) might influence the total course grade, for the individual student, by - 1 to + 1 grade step

  Further information

  Theory lectures and group work 1/3
  Forest based exercises in the terrain 1/3
  Excursions 1/3

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  Person(s) in charge

  Gunnar Salingre

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.05.2023 - 30.06.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 01.05.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Feed conservation NM13VP04-3002 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE20DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can take appropriate measures when harvesting and storing fodder for optimal results from the production, biological and economical points of view

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Harvesting and preservation of hay, silage and hay silage
  Wet preservation of feed grain
  Drying of feed grain
  
  Sustainable development in agriculture (bioeconomy) is an essential part of the course

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro vid minst 80 % av föreläsningstillfällena (inklusive studiebesök)
  Vitsordsskala 0 - 5, minst 50 % av totalpoängen i tentamen för godkänd / tillfredsställande nivå
  
  Se även tilläggsuppgifter om bedömningen i kursens plan för förverkligande och på kursens moodlesida (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Föreläsningsanteckningar, artiklar.
  Riesinger P 2006. Grunder för ekologisk odling. Del IV, Växtodling och förädling av foder. Eget förlag. Karis. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar och diskussioner. Studiebesök (gårdsstudier). Studerandena utför seminariearbeten. Arbetssättet följer principerna av PBI, FUI och CDIO. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Seminariearbete.
  Nivån av uppnådd kunskap bedöms mha tentamen. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DA-E
  • BE19DA-EK

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Vädertålig klädsel vid studiebesök.
  Förkunskapskrav: Första och andra studieårets växtodlingskurser. (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Inga. (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Gårdsbesök. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Tentamen inom schemalagd kurstid. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Enligt behov. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Studerandenas arbetstid omfattar 3*27 timmar = 81 timmar. Dessa timmar fördelar sig på närstudier (föreläsningar och laborationer, 32 timmar), egna arbeten (seminariearbete och presentation (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar) och repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar). I kursen ingår ett studiebesök. Arbetsinnehållet preciseras av den detaljerade kursbeskrivning som delas ut i samband med kursintroduktionen. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  - Kvalitetsmål
  - Skörd av slåttervall
  - Höberedning
  - Ensilering av vall och grönfoder
  - Konservering av spannmål och trindsäd som helsäd
  - Odling och konservering av majs som helsäd
  - Lutning av grovfoder och halm
  - Mykotoxiner i säd
  - Kalluftstorkning och varmluftstorkning av säd
  - Våtkonservering av fodersäd (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Mindre än hälften av tentamenspoängen.
  Underkänt eller icke-inlämnat kursarbete.
  Frånvaro från studiebesök och laborationer.
  Frånvaro under mer än 20 % av föreläsningstillfällena. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av föreläsningstillfällena.
  Uppnått grundkunskap. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid föreläsningstillfällen.
  Uppnått grundkunskap och kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid föreläsningstillfällen.
  Kursarbetet präglas av förmågan att arbeta självständigt, kreativt och kritiskt.
  Uppnått grundkunskap, kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar, förmåga att själv tillämpa grundkunskap. (not translated)

•   Felling techniques BE22ST10-3001 13.01.2023-10.03.2023  3 credits  (BE22DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows how motor-manual harvesting is planned and implemented
  - can perform felling with a chainsaw in a safe way
  - can consider the assortment range when processing timber
  - can perform basic maintenance on chainsaws.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Felling technology and work with chainsaws
  Occupational safety instructions for working with a chainsaw
  Planning work with chainsaw
  Review of assortment range and marking for cross-cutting
  Demonstration of the work technique for all parts when working with a chainsaw
  Work with chainsaws in the field
  Maintenance of the chainsaw in the field and in indoor service spaces
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Decent work and economic growth

  Further information

  Lectures on work technique and safety are compulsory to be able to take part in practical training.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Johnny Sved

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  13.01.2023 - 10.03.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 12.01.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Ulf Nyholm

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Felling techniques NM13VA01-3006 12.01.2023-28.04.2023  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can perform motor-manual felling safely
  - can take into account various requirements when processing timber
  - can perform basic service on chainsaws
  - is familiar with how small-scale timber harvesting is planned and implemented

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  Lectures on felling technique and chainsaw work
  How to plan your work with the chainsaw?
  Occupational Safety Instructions for chainsaw work
  Short review of timber assortments and bucking of logs
  Demonstration of work techniques for chainsaw work
  Practical training with chainsaw in the field
  Service of the chainsaw in the field and indoor

  Further information

  Bedömning:
  Ingen teoritent
  Obligatoriskt deltagande i terrängövningarna
  Studerande visar sina kunskaper och färdigheter under arbetet med motorsågen i terrängen
  Studerande visar också färdigheter att utföra basservice på sågen i terrängen (not translated)

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  Person(s) in charge

  Johnny Sved

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  12.01.2023 - 28.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  09.01.2023 - 12.01.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Ulf Nyholm

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Finnish RB22FI01-3003 06.03.2023-30.04.2023  3 credits  (BYS22D-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  * demonstrates ability to communicate in a natural and professional manner, in speaking as well as writing, in a work context, including customer service.
  * demonstrates proficiency in the terminology of the field and is able to benefit from research and literature in his/her professional development
  * shows such skills in the Finnish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that the student must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Finnish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Oral and written presentation in Finnish
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, the main goal of quality education

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level.
  For passing, 50% of the exam points are required and that all exercises are passed.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  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.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Finns på kursens Moodle-sida. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Skriftliga och muntliga övningar och uppgifter, läsövningar, korta föreläsningar och feedback, par- och grupparbete, muntliga presentationer, inlämningsuppgifter. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Muntliga och skriftliga kunskaper bedöms skilt. Bedömningen baserar sig på den gemensamma europeiska referensramen för språk (CEFR). Nivå B1 motsvarar nöjaktiga kunskaper (vitsorden 1–3) och nivå B2 eller högre motsvarar goda kunskaper (vitsorden 4–5).
  
  Examinationer och timaktivitet påverkar bedömningen. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  06.03.2023 - 30.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 05.03.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BYS22D-E
  • BYB22D-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Sanna Nygård

  Additional information

  Sena inlämningar får ingen feedback och de kan påverka kursvitsordet. (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Technology and Seafaring

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering, Degree Programme in Construction Management, Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  För godkänd kurs krävs:
  - närvaro på lektioner - obligatorisk närvaro (80 %)
  - inlämnade och godkända skriftliga och muntliga inlämningsuppgifter
  - godkänd muntlig och skriftlig examination (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Deadlines för inlämningsuppgifter gås igenom under det första kurstillfället.
  Skriftlig och muntlig tentamen i samband med kursen. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  3 sp = ca 81 h arbete (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Kursuppgifter är ogjorda eller underkända.
  Studerande har knappt deltagit i kursen (för många frånvaron).
  Under B1:
  Klarar varken alldaglig eller branschspecifik skriftlig eller muntlig kommunikation på ett vederbörligt sätt.
  Kommunikationen är så bristfällig och/eller innehåller så många fel att misstolkningar uppstår eller kommunikationen
  förhindras. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  CEFR B1
  B1
  Vitsordet 1: Klarar sig nöjaktigt i förutsebara yrkesmässiga och branschspecifika språksituationer. Kan skriva en enkel sammanhängande text. Budskapet förmedlas även om felen kan försvåra kommunikationen.
  Vitsordet 2: Klarar sig någorlunda i oförutsedda yrkesmässiga och branschspecifika språksituationer. Kan skriva konsekventa texter som förmedlar ett budskap. Felen leder i allmänhet inte till missförstånd även om de kan störa läsrytmen. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Vitsordet 3 (B1): Klarar sig allmänhet bra i yrkesmässiga och branschspecifika språksituationer. Kan vanligen uttrycka sig enligt situationens krav.
  Vitsordet 4 (B2): Klarar sig bra i allmänna yrkesmässiga och branschspecifika språksituationer. Använder språket mångsidigt.
  Uttrycker sig enligt situationens krav. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  B2 (eller högre):
  Klarar sig mycket bra i allmänna yrkesmässiga och branschspecifika språksituationer. Använder språket smidigt och mångsidigt.
  Uttrycker sig tydligt enligt situationens krav. (not translated)

•   Finnish RB22FI01-3002 27.02.2023-21.04.2023  3 credits  (BE22DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  * demonstrates ability to communicate in a natural and professional manner, in speaking as well as writing, in a work context, including customer service.
  * demonstrates proficiency in the terminology of the field and is able to benefit from research and literature in his/her professional development
  * shows such skills in the Finnish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that the student must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Finnish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Oral and written presentation in Finnish
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, the main goal of quality education

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level.
  For passing, 50% of the exam points are required and that all exercises are passed.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  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.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Sanna Nygård

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Finns på kursens Moodle-sida. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Skriftliga och muntliga övningar och uppgifter, läsövningar, korta föreläsningar och feedback, par- och grupparbete, muntliga presentationer, inlämningsuppgifter. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Muntliga och skriftliga kunskaper bedöms skilt. Bedömningen baserar sig på den gemensamma europeiska referensramen för språk (CEFR). Nivå B1 motsvarar nöjaktiga kunskaper (vitsorden 1–3) och nivå B2 eller högre motsvarar goda kunskaper (vitsorden 4–5).
  
  Examinationer och timaktivitet påverkar bedömningen (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 21.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 26.02.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E
  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Sanna Nygård

  Additional information

  Sena inlämningar får ingen feedback och de kan påverka kursvitsordet. (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering, Degree Programme in Construction Management, Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  För godkänd kurs krävs:
  - närvaro på lektioner - obligatorisk närvaro (80 %)
  - inlämnade och godkända skriftliga och muntliga inlämningsuppgifter
  - godkänd muntlig och skriftlig examination (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Deadlines för inlämningsuppgifter gås igenom under det första kurstillfället.
  Skriftlig och muntlig tentamen i samband med kursen. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  3 sp = ca 81 h arbete (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Kursuppgifter är ogjorda eller underkända.
  Studerande har knappt deltagit i kursen (för många frånvaron).
  Under B1:
  Klarar varken alldaglig eller branschspecifik skriftlig eller muntlig kommunikation på ett vederbörligt sätt.
  Kommunikationen är så bristfällig och/eller innehåller så många fel att misstolkningar uppstår eller kommunikationen (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  CEFR B1
  B1
  Vitsordet 1: Klarar sig nöjaktigt i förutsebara yrkesmässiga och branschspecifika språksituationer. Kan skriva en enkel sammanhängande text. Budskapet förmedlas även om felen kan försvåra kommunikationen.
  Vitsordet 2: Klarar sig någorlunda i oförutsedda yrkesmässiga och branschspecifika språksituationer. Kan skriva konsekventa texter som förmedlar ett budskap. Felen leder i allmänhet inte till missförstånd även om de kan störa läsrytmen. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Vitsordet 3 (B1): Klarar sig allmänhet bra i yrkesmässiga och branschspecifika språksituationer. Kan vanligen uttrycka sig enligt situationens krav.
  Vitsordet 4 (B2): Klarar sig bra i allmänna yrkesmässiga och branschspecifika språksituationer. Använder språket mångsidigt.
  Uttrycker sig enligt situationens krav. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  B2 (eller högre):
  Klarar sig mycket bra i allmänna yrkesmässiga och branschspecifika språksituationer. Använder språket smidigt och mångsidigt.
  Uttrycker sig tydligt enligt situationens krav. (not translated)

•   Foods in Europe VALBE2301-3001 01.02.2023-30.06.2023  3 credits +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  To get to know the rich and diverse food culture in Europe, the supply of different food stuff and food producers in Europe

  Prerequisites

  No

  Content of the study unit

  Visit to an international food fair
  Planning the fair visit
  Reporting the fair visit

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  Person(s) in charge

  Lars Fridefors

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  01.02.2023 - 30.06.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.01.2023 - 31.01.2023

  • 3 credits

  Seats

  0 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Gun Karell

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest Damages and Environmental Consideration BE22FS50-3001 24.04.2023-19.05.2023  3 credits  (BE22DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows how to prevent forest damage and manage pests
  - can identify the most common forest pests
  - knows the population dynamics of different species
  - knows how climate change can affect forest damage

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is reguired

  Content of the study unit

  The most common forest pests
  Forest Damages Prevention Act
  Population dynamics
  Climate change and pests that can become more common in a milder climate
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Life on land

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Gunnar Salingre

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.04.2023 - 19.05.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 23.04.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest Machinery 1 BE16VS02-3004 27.02.2023-02.06.2023  3 credits  (BE20DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows basic principles of forest machinery
  - understands the connection between ground pressure and track formation
  - has basic skills in engineering with regard to forestry machinery and other hauling equipment
  - can operate a forest machine in the field

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  Basics on mechanics and hydraulics for off-road vehicles
  The design and operating principles of the harvester and forwarder
  Control files for forest machines

  Further information

  Skriftlig tent på teoridelen
  Praktiska övningar
  Skriftilg rapport och självutvärdering av den praktiska delen (not translated)

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  Person(s) in charge

  Johnny Sved

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 02.06.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 26.02.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Bio Ekonomi

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest Mensuration 1 BE22SI10-3001 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  3 credits  (BE22DS-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can measure trees, tree stands and growth
  - can calculate volumes for individual trees and stands with the help of tables
  - knows the definitions of different development classes and can identify these in the terrain
  - knows the development of the stand throughout the cycle
  - can locate existing GIS material on the Internet and in the own organization's databases.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Finland's forests in numerical form, the national forest assessment and its results
  Forest Development Classes in theory and in the field
  Diameter and height measurement
  From dimensions to volumes using different methods
  Age measurement and growth concept
  Sample plots
  The relascope
  Selection of sample trees
  Impact of sources of error on results
  Public forest data
  Introduction to map use (moose or deer hunting can be included as an exercise in map use)
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Responsible consumption and production

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 02.09.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DS-E
  • ÖH22BIOS-LED

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest Mensuration 1 NM13SI01-3010 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can measure trees, tree stocks and growth
  - can, with the help of tables, calculate volumes of individual trees and tree stocks
  - knows the definitions of different development classes and can identify these in the field

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Finland's forests in numerical form
  Forest Development Classes in theory and in the field
  Diameter and height measurement
  From dimensions to volumes using different methods
  Age measurement and growth concept
  Introduction to the use of maps
  Moose or deer hunting can be included as an exercise in the use of maps
  Circular sample plots and Bitterlich sample plots
  Stock samples, sample tree selection
  Impact of error sources on results
  Analysis of measurement results

  Further information

  Bedömning:
  Godkända mätningsövningar
  Godkända uppgifter
  Terrängtent
  Teoritent (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 28.08.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest Mensuration 2 NM13SI02-3004 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE21DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can measure growths on individual trees and tree stocks
  - can perform growth calculations
  - can conduct a stock analysis
  - can interpret the results from a stock analysis
  - knows the advantages and disadvantages of different inventory methods
  - can plan and carry out a line inventory
  - can calculate inventory results
  - can perform measurements for forest skills courses
  - can perform measurements to determine the height site quality class

  Prerequisites

  Forest mensuration 1

  Content of the study unit

  Comparisons between measurement methods: Bitterlich sample plots and circular sample plots
  Increment estimation
  Increment measurement on individual trees
  Increment measurement on sample plots
  Increment calculations using the difference and percent method
  Stem Analysis: Measurements, calculations and interpretation of results
  Advantages and disadvantages of different inventory methods
  Inventory in smaller groups
  Calculation and presentation of results
  Impact of error sources on results
  Measurements for a "forest assessment skills path" or participation in one can be included in the course

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Godkända mätningsuppgifter
  Avklarad stamanalys
  Avklarad inventering
  Tent (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest Site Types and Peat Land Types BE22FS10-3001 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  4 credits  (BE22DS-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the forest type classification system
  - can identify plants in the forest type classification system
  - knows the classification for peatlands in natural conditions
  - can identify plants for classification of peatland types

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Forest type classification
  Peatland classification
  Identification of plants used for the forest type and peatland classification
  The names of the plants in Swedish, Finnish and their scientific names
  Determination of forest types / peatland types in the terrain
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Life on land

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Anvisas under kursen. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar, portfolio och obligatoriska övningar. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Uppvisade fältkunskaper i att klassificera skogs- och torvmarker samt struktur och innehåll i en uppgjord portfolio som stöd för livslångt lärande. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 02.09.2022

  • 4 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DS-E
  • ÖH22BIOS-LED

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre, Kaj Hällfors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Inga (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Inlämning av en portfolio senast 21.10.2022. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Normal (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  Kursen pågår parallellt med två lärare uppdelat i fastmark och torvmark. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Känner inte till de tekniska och biologiska strukturerna för klassificering av skogens växtplatser. Ogjorda eller underkända inlämningsuppgifter och portfolio. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Känner till huvudprinciperna i klassificering av skogens växtplatser och kan utföra en hyfsad indelning av dem i terrängen. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Visar förståelse av de indelningsgrunder som används för att beskriva skogens bonitet och tekniskt-fysikaliska egenskaper. Den uppgjorda portfolion ger en god grund för den framtida självutveckling inom ämnesområdet. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Visar en mångsidig och djup sakkännedom i hur man klassificera skogens växtplatser. Kan med hjälp av viktiga led- och typväxter med hög precision självständigt identifiera och härleda växtplatsens bonitet och viktiga egenskaper för skogsbruket. Portfolion är väl strukturerad och kan förväntas ge utmärkt praktisk stöd för framtida personlig utveckling. (not translated)

•   Forest and Nature Conservation NM13SK07-3004 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  3 credits  (BE20DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can explain the background to and developments in forest conservation
  - can describe methods for safeguarding the diversity of nature in managed forests
  - can identify particularly important habitats according to forest law
  - can identify forest habitats protected by conservation law
  - can identify habitats protected by forest certification
  - can consider forest conservation in connection with management issues, planning of logging and renewal planning
  - can identify permanent archaeological remains in forests
  - can consider forest conservation in connection with the collection of wood fuel
  - can consider water protection needs in all action plans

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  Why do we need forest nature conservation?
  Laws and frameworks
  Different levels of forest protection
  Important structural features for biodiversity
  Important habitats
  Wooded habitats in the Nature Conservation Act
  Habitats that are secured through forest certification
  Identification of habitats
  How to pay regard to individual species
  Water protection
  Forest landscape
  Ancient remains
  Multiple use
  Nature conservation when extracting energy wood
  Assessing the quality of nature conservation
  Comparisons between PEFC and FSC certifications

  Further information

  Inlämnade och godkända uppgifter
  Tent (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 28.08.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest machinery 2 NM13VA08-3004 27.02.2023-21.04.2023  3 credits  (BE20DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - has knowledge of the development of forest machinery
  - can calculate prices for forest machinery
  - can calculate the profitability of harvesters and forwarders
  - knows how data is sent to and from forest machinery
  - understands the connection between matrices, trunk profile and adaptation
  - knows which oil and fire fighting equipment should be available at a logging site
  - can choose appropriate hauling equipment based on the nature of the stock and the operation

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  Technology in forest machines and wood harvesting equipment
  The development of forest machines
  Pricing of services with forest machines
  Profitability calculations for forwarders and harvesters
  Data transfer to and from forest machines
  Matrices, stem profiles and bucking
  Soil pressure and trace formation
  Oil and fire fighting equipment
  Selection of suitable harvesting equipment in different conditions

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Deltagande i tillräcklig omfattning eller ersättande prestationer
  Godkända arbeten och övningsuppgifter (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 21.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 28.02.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Johan Träskman

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest organizations NM13NF01-3004 02.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE21DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can explain how forests in Finland have historically been used
  - can describe the development of management, logging and transport methods
  - understands the connection between the emergence and development of the forest industry and how forests have been utilised at different times
  - is able to account for conditions of forest ownership historically and currently
  - understands the aims of different forest organizations
  - has knowledge of cooperation between different organisations and actors in the forest sector
  - knows forest policy in Finland and the EU

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  Forest use in the past: slash and burn, charcoal production, tar production and shipbuilding.
  Forest ownership in Finland.
  The beginning and development of the forest industry.
  From selective tree cuttings to today's forest management.
  The development of harvesting and forest management methods.
  Wood Harvesting in comparison to forest increment during different periods.
  Important forest organizations:
  Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Tapio and Luke, Forestry Service,
  Finnish Forest Center, Forest management associations, MTK and SLC,
  The largest forest companies, Meto
  Finnish Forest Foundation, Metsämiesten säätiö, Finnish Forestry Association,
  the Association Skogskultur
  Main principles for forest taxation and previous area taxation
  Forest programs, national and regional.

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Enskilda uppgifter
  Grupparbeten med presentationer
  Tent eller deltenter (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 01.01.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest plan NM13NF03-3004 29.08.2022-18.12.2022  6 credits  (BE20DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - considers various sustainability objectives when planning natural resources management
  - uses available information and technology for cost-effective preparation of forestry plans
  - can take into account the objectives of forest owners and society as a whole to formulate a tactical-strategic forestry plan
  - understands the importance of the forestry plan as a support tool for advice and decision-making
  - can present and explain the content and usefulness of a plan

  Prerequisites

  Methods and systems of planning

  Content of the study unit

  "Forestry Skills Path"
  Compiling a Forest Management Plan
  Remote sensing
  GIS

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Godkända övningar
  Godkänd individuell skogsplan
  Deltagande i skogsfärdighetstävling (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Metsäsuunnittelun laskennan periaatteet - arvoja yhteensovittamassa: Tapio Oy 2020,, ISBN 978-952-338-093-6 (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Kursen förverkligas medelst en process där det mesta kan genomföras på distans. Studierna framskrider genom att följa de sekventiella övningar som publiceras på Teams och som till slut leder till en färdig skogsplan. Studeranden kan till vissa delar välja sin studietakt men övningarna måste tas i en given ordning och uppgifternas sista inlämningstidpunkter är absoluta.
  Stöd erbjuds genom föreläsningar, övningar, seminarier, fältundervisning samt av både Individuell och kollektiv handledning. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Godkända övningar (80%)
  Deltagande i obligatoriska studieavsnitt.
  Godkänd skogsplan (20%) (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 28.08.2022

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Kaj Hällfors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Inga (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Eventuellt samarbete med skogsägarens ombud. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Godkända övningar som resulterar i en skogsplan, senast den 16 december 2022. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Studeranden kan delvis påverka sin studietakt. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Har inte kunnat framställa en godkänd kursplan. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Övningarna visar stora brister i uppställning och hanteringen av sakinnehåll begränsas främst till att lista upp dess delar. Arbetena utförs med svårigheter att hantera instruktioner och att nyttiggöra handledning. Reflektion och engagemang över egen inlärnings- och planeringsprocessenen är sävlig. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Övningarna är välgjorda och visar förståelse av såväl teori som av planeringsuppgiften. Kan med med givna instruktioner och kollegialt stöd åstadkomma kundanpassade taktiska skogsplaner. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Under arbetsprocessen uppvisas mångkunniga färdigheter till att kombinera relevant teori med kundorienterad praktisk planering. Arbetet har utförts noggrant och företagsamt med reflektioner om målsättningar och kostnadseffektivitet. (not translated)

•   Forest regeneration BE22SG10-3001 24.04.2023-19.05.2023  3 credits  (BE22DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can assess and justify whether a stand is regeneration-ready
  - can choose the right tree species and renewal method taking into account biological, ecological and economic factors
  - can apply methods to ensure biodiversity in connection with forest regeneration
  - knows the importance of soil preparation for timber production and can choose the right soil preparation method
  - can plan water management in connection with soil preparation
  - can plan, carry out and lead forestry work
  - can assess the need for and plan the aftercare of newly planted seedling stands
  - can apply forest laws and directives related to stand establishment

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Legislation related to forest regeneration
  Regrowth planning and implementation of forest renewal work
  Natural regeneration, sowing and planting
  Soil preparation methods
  Water management in connection with soil preparation
  Evaluation of the regeneration result
  Evaluation of the need of aftercare
  The importance of forests for the carbon balance
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Responsible consumption and production as well as the goal of Climate action

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Johnny Sved

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.04.2023 - 19.05.2023

  Enrollment date range

  24.03.2023 - 23.04.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest regeneration BE22SG20-3001 27.02.2023-21.04.2023  3 credits  (BE22DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - knows the genetic foundations, goals and methods of forest tree breeding
  - knows functions connected to the production of bred forest tree reproductive material and how the forest tree breeding is organized
  - knows the seed classification as well as measures related to the seed procurement
  - knows how a nursery works
  - can compare different plant types, measures associated with their cultivation and quality requirements
  - knows laws, regulations and directives related to the production, trade and distribution of reproductive material.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Legislation concerning trade in forest reproductive materials
  Basics of forest tree breeding
  Classification and quality requirements for seeds and seedlings
  Production and trade in reproductive material
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Responsible consumption and production

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Johnny Sved

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 21.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  10.01.2023 - 03.03.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forestry BE16GS01-3004 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows how tree stocks in forests develop during a cycle and how they need to be managed in order to achieve profitable timber production
  - has acquired basic knowledge of timber trade, timber harvesting and timber measurements
  - has an understanding of their own effectiveness and ability in forest work in order to be able to calculate profitability for different types of sales and various forms of contract work

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Traditional forest management for the entire life cycle
  Most of the time resources are spent on method selection regarding work in connection with renewal and for the management of younger forest stocks.
  Factors that influence the price of wood for different qualities in sales
  Methods for woodworking and machinery and implements that are planned and designed for the forestry management of the farm
  Measurement of wood stock quantities

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  50 % of the points in the written exam for a grade on the acceptable level (grade 0 - 5)
  The grade for the project result will be strongly influenced by the students ability to implement the achieved theoretical knowledge into practice

  Further information

  Theory lectures and studying course references 47 h
  Excursions 6 h
  Individual work 20 h
  Group work with oral presentations 7 h
  Workload for students totally 80 h

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  Person(s) in charge

  Johnny Sved

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 28.08.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Johan Träskman

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   GIS Analysis BE16SI02-3004 02.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE21DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows methods for data capture and data processing for GIS analyses
  - can analyse vector and raster based environmental data
  - can visualise geographical information efficiently and can utilise web-based methods to disseminate it

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is rquired

  Content of the study unit

  Repetition of vector analysis
  Different types of applied raster analysis
  Open geographic data
  Remote analysis data, its production and potential for use
  Introduction to 3D analysis
  Publication of geographical data, web GIS
  Basics of QGIS and its analysis functions

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Förmågan att självständigt utföra de vanligaste typerna av rasteranalyser
  Förmågan att kombinera raster- och vektoranalys i ArcGIS eller QGIS
  Avklarade och godkända inlämningsuppgifter
  Bedömningen enligt skalan godkänd/underkänd (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 01.01.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Patrik Byholm

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Game Management and Multipurpose Forestry NM13BK02-3004 29.08.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE21DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows different types of forest utilization and understands their importance as part of nature conservation
  - knows different types of game management and hunting
  - knows the meaning of everyman's rights and its national significance
  - can assess multi-purpose forestry management needs and plan management measures
  - considers issues of diversity and aesthetics associated with forestry management measures

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  Everyman's Rights
  Mushrooms and mushroom picking
  Forest and health
  Wildlife in the landscape
  Game Species
  Preparations for moose hunting, moose hunting and evaluation of the hunt
  Wildlife friendly forestry
  Nature Products

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Projektrapporter
  Godkända presentationer
  Deltagande i tillräcklig omfattning
  Under deltagande i älg- och hjort bör rådande lagstiftning och jaktledarens instruktioner följas (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 28.08.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Handling of Data Related to Natural Resources BE22ED30-3001 01.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE21DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - knows methods for efficient storage of large amounts of information
  - knows efficient and versatile use of spreadsheet program for storing, analyzing and presenting data.
  - knows how to validate the accuracy of the data
  - knows how to use descriptive statistics
  - can process and refine collected data into information.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Management of natural resource data
  Create information
  Use of spreadsheet programs
  Descriptive statistics

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Johnny Sved

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  01.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 31.12.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E
  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Handling of GPS and GIS BE22ED20-3001 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE22DS-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - knows how to plan and realise collection of spatial information
  - is able to produce geographical information for use in the natural resources sector
  - knows how to find existing GIS information on the Internet

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  GPS technology
  Production of geographical information in a GIS program (ArcGIS, QGIS) by drawing map objects and add attribute data
  How to use digital, web-based map material
  Finding and downloading, processing and utilizing digital map material for visualization and basic GIS analysis
  Production of maps in accordance with basic cartographic principles
  Use of a mobile phone for localisation, navigation and data collection in the field
  Knowledge of how GIS is utilized in nature resource management and in society at large
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Industry, innovation and infrastructure

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  On moodle.

  Learning methods

  Lectures, field and computer class practicals.A selection of home assignments.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Computer assignment.

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DS-E
  • ÖH22BIOS-LED

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Patrik Byholm

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Assessment criteria

  <50% of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  50-59% (=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 assignments respectively

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

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

•   Handling of GPS and GIS NM13NA01-3007 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - knows how to plan and realise gathering of position-specific information
  - is able to produce geographical information for the use of the natural resources sector
  - knows how to localize existing GIS information on the Internet and the databases of his/her own organization

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  The basic principles of GNSS/GPS technology
  Production of geographical information in a GIS program (ArcGis, QGIS) by drawing map objects and placing additional geodata on them
  How to use digital, web-based map material
  Finding and downloading, processing and utilizing digital map material for visualization and basic GIS analysis
  Production of maps in accordance with basic cartographic principles
  To use a mobile phone for location determination, navigation and data collection in the field
  Knowledge of how GIS is utilized in nature resource management and in society at large

  Further information

  I bedömningen beaktas:
  Godkända hemuppgifter
  Datortent i datasal (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  On moodle.

  Learning methods

  Lectures, field and computer class practicals.A selection of home assignments.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Computer assignment.

  Teaching language

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Patrik Byholm

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Assessment criteria

  <50% of the maximum number of credits earned in the assignments

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  50-59% (=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 assignments respectively

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

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

•   Individual Work for Developing and Designing Permaculture and Regenerative Agriculture PK00AG48-3001 01.02.2023-30.04.2023  5 credits  (ÖH21PERM-EK) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows how to developed own individual plans for farming, processing and selling.
  - is able to present his/her plans and designs.

  Prerequisites

  No prior knowledge needed.

  Content of the study unit

  - The students work individually with their own plans for farming, processing and selling based on what they have learned before.
  - Seminar with presentations by the students.

  Further information

  Note that the course is part of a series of courses. Check that you have enough knowledge to build on before you enroll.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Heidi Barman-Geust

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  Books, articles, videos and other study material according to instructions from the teachers.Students need access to a computer with an internet connection. Students also need a headset with a microphone.

  Learning methods

  Lectures
  Independent Work

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  01.02.2023 - 30.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  02.01.2023 - 31.01.2023

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH21PERM-EK

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Nina Hillo, Heidi Barman-Geust, Romi Rancken

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Share of online studies

  5 credits

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Student's schedule and workload

  The studies takes about 10 hours / week for the student.

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

  It takes active participation in the studies to get an approved accomplishment from the cource. The students also needs to hand in the assignment.

•   Information and communication technology BE22IN20-3001 29.08.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (ÖH22BIOS-LED, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student has a good command of:
  - the IT services of the UAS and the utilities needed in work and studies in order to compile written assignments, analyse data and report projects
  - file handling
  - word processing programs
  - spreadsheet programs
  - presentation graphics programs used for making presentations

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Various digital tools used in the studies
  Introduction to digital accessibility
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of quality education

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 02.09.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH22BIOS-LED
  • ÖH22BEA-LED
  • BE22DA-E
  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Agneta Ekbom

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   International Agriculture CM22BIO02-3001 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (CM22D-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The Student
  - is familiar with development models in agriculture and model farms
  - is aware of the challenges of sustainability in a global perspective related to agriculture and climate change
  - is familiar with international agribusiness, food production, trade and quality systems like Global Gap
  - is knowledgeable in international agreements and trade barriers and their effect on agriculture

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Students are introduce to development models in agriculture and model farms, challenges of sustainability in a global perspective related to agriculture and climate change, international agribusiness, food production, trade and quality systems like Global Gap and international agreements and trade barriers and their effect on agriculture.
  The course is based on several of the global sustainbable development goals, in particular responsible consumption and production.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Course material, references and instructions announced on the moodle site.

  Learning methods

  Project based learning
  Lectures
  Farm trip

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Evaluation with course grade 0 - 5 based on the assignments and course project.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • CM22D-E

  Seats

  5 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Farm trip to an ecologicla farm with crop production and animal husbandry.

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Seminar with project presentations 12th of December 2022.

  Internationa connections

  The course is common for students in the agricultural programme, international exchange students and for students in the Sustainable Coastal Management program.
  
  Interactive cooperation with assignments and projects in so called "Agriteams".

  Student's schedule and workload

  3 credits, about 27 h / credit.

  Assessment criteria

  Failed assignments and/or course project.

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Approved course with grade 1 based on accepted course assignments and project.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Approved course with grade 3 based on accepted course assignments and project on a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Approved course with grade 5 based on accepted course assignments and project on an excellent level.

•   International timber trade BE16IV01-3003 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  3 credits  (BE19DS-EK) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  -knows the importance of the forest industry in both a national and a global perspective
  -can describe the operating conditions of the forest industry
  -knows the market situation for various forest industry products
  -knows the import and export regulations for timber

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  The forest industry in a global perspective (the largest forest companies in the world and in Europe)
  The importance of the forest industry to the economy of Finland
  Market analysis
  Import and export of timber
  Wood measurement regulations in different countries
  The Incoterms standard

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Godkända rapporter och presentationer
  Aktivt deltagande i diskussioner (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 28.08.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE19DS-EK

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Introduction to Academic Studies BE22IN10-3001 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  3 credits  (ÖH22BIOS-LED, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - has an understanding of what academic studies require
  - can retrieve and critically review information
  - is aware of the gain of activating methods of learning
  - can reflect on his/her studies and future plans and is aware of his/her individual learning style
  - can plan and follow up his/her studies
  - can generate new knowledge and create personal learning environments and share knowledge with others
  - can reflect on life-long learning within the profession

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Introduction to studies at Novia University of Applied Sciences
  How to create a study plan
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of quality education.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 02.09.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH22BIOS-LED
  • ÖH22BEA-LED
  • BE22DA-E
  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Introduction to GIS in Bioeconomy VAL2001-3003 24.10.2022-16.12.2022  5 credits +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  You will know how to
  1. make useful maps for various uses
  2. utilize existing geographical data using GIS
  3. produce and collect your own geographical data
  4. find relevant data in big GIS-databases
  5. produce clever spatial insights by GIS analysis
  6. communicate with digital maps

  Prerequisites

  Not required

  Content of the study unit

  - open source databases with geographical information
  - GIS-applications
  - presentation of GIS-material

  Further information

  Bioeconomy is largely based on spatial data concerning the quantity and quality of various resources. Professionals within the bioeconomy sector often have to make decisions where spatial thinking ability is necessary. Therefore GIS (Geographical Information Systems, paikkatietojärjestelmät) can be seen as an important decision support system tool for planning and monitoring of ecosystem services, the built environment, transport services, etc.
  
  This online course is an introduction to GIS, primarily for students in the bioeconomy and environmental sectors. You will learn how to use tools and methods that helps you handle, visualize, analyze and share geographical information in your work.
  
  The course is practice oriented and includes a number of exercises, based on open data and open source software that the student can download for free. As a general rule, exercises will result in maps, some of which are to be uploaded to Moodle in PDF format for evaluation and feed-back from the teacher.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Romi Rancken

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  Listed in Moodle

  Learning methods

  The course is practice oriented and includes a number of demonstrations and exercises, based on open data and open source software (QGIS 3) which the student can download for free. 

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  The course and each home assignment are graded on a scale Passed/Not yet Passed. All assignments (about 7 of them) need to be passed for the course to be passed.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 16.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  24.09.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 5 credits

  Seats

  10 - 50

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Romi Rancken

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Share of online studies

  5 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Assessment criteria

  Not all of the assignments have been handed in and accepted.

•   Investments and financing BE16GB01-3004 27.02.2023-21.04.2023  3 credits  (BE19DA-EK) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows about cash flows in a company and the factors that affect them
  - can compile a comprehensive financial plan with alternative production calculations for a farm company using available Excel calculation programs, and can calculate the profitability of various options
  - can set up budgets for farm companies and make investment calculations based on current investment and other business support rules
  - understands important payment movements and financing opportunities for rural businesses
  Course-specific competence (file):

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Company's investment process (significant stages)
  Investment calculations and assessment of the profitability of investments, especially with regard to the company's financial position
  Investment planning and liquidity management
  Agriculture's national investment aid and EU support structures / support systems
  Basics of production theory, stake - return relationship, stake - stake relationship and product - product relationship
  Basic cost theory
  Agricultural risks, risk management and risk minimization, especially considering large investments
  Cash flows in the company and factors that affect them
  The financial system, including the stock and financial markets
  Various financing options
  Invoicing and management of the company's payment operations
  The company's income statement and balance sheet
  The effect of taxation on the company's cash flows

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Grade 0 - 5, at least 50 % of the total points in the written exam for an acceptable level
  
  Influence on the total course grade for an individual student:
  
  Written exam 50 %
  Assignment/Written project report, grade 0 - 5, 25 %
  Participation and showed activity during the lectures, grade 0 - 5, 25 %

  Further information

  See the course plan and specified instructions about the two parts of the course investments and financing respectively cash flow

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  Person(s) in charge

  Veronika Bäckman

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Enligt lärarens anvisningar (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Närundervisning (föreläsningar)
  Övningar (hemuppgifter)
  Gästföreläsningar (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Inlämningsuppgifter
  Inlämningstentamen
  Deltagande i lektionerna (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 21.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  28.01.2023 - 26.02.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE19DA-EK

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Veronika Bäckman

  Responsible unit

  ÅboRaseborg (not translated)

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Inlämningstentamen i slutet av kursen (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Oinlämnade uppgifter
  Deltagande i lektioner under 50%
  Underkänt tentamina (under 50% av möjliga poäng) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Låga poäng i tentamina (50-70% av möjliga poäng)
  Alla uppgifter inlämnade
  Tillfredställande deltagande i lektionerna (50-70%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Poäng i tentamina över 70%
  Alla uppgifter inlämnade
  Tillfredställande deltagande i lektionerna (50-70%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Poäng i tentamina över 90%
  Alla uppgifter inlämnade i tid och väl utförda
  Högt (över 70%) och aktivt deltagande i lektionerna (not translated)

•   Leadership and labour legislation BE16EN01-3005 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE19DS-EK, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows what management skills are required to operate a growing entrepreneurial business
  - knows different leadership styles and can judge their own leadership profile
  - knows how personal leadership is evaluated and developed
  - can consider how goals, motivations and conflicts affect interaction in groups
  - understands employer's responsibilities and obligations
  - is familiar with primary labour legislation for domestic and foreign workers

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  Introduction to Leadership
  Theories on Leadership
  The goals, visions and strategies of organizations
  Organizational culture and leadership
  HRM and work group dynamics
  Employer's responsibilities and obligations
  Labor legislation and employment agreements
  The hiring of new staff in practice
  Job Listings
  Job Applications

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Obligatorioska inlämningsuppgifter
  Bedömning enligt skalan 1-5 (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE19DS-EK
  • BE19DA-EK

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gun Karell

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Livestock breeding BE16FHB01-3002 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  3 credits  (BE20DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands and can apply the basics of animal husbandry with emphasis on breeding and heritability
  - has become acquainted with current breeding methods for swine and cattle
  - understands the terms genotype and gene frequency and how they affect breeding results, and can realise the benefit of test pairs

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  The basics of genetics and animal breeding, different relationships between genetics and breeding, breeding evaluation and heritability
  Breeding doctrine with different calculation exercises
  Different breeding methods in pig breeding (farm test and bile selection)
  Different breeding methods in cattle breeding (selection of semen bulls and breeding evaluation)
  Different concepts such as genotype and gene frequency and how they affect the breeding result, the practical benefits of test pairings
  Modern genetic technology, such as cloning and gene modification, current legislation and various ethical aspects of modern breeding

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Vitsordsskala 0 - 5, minst 50 % av totalpoängen i tentamen med räkneövningar för godkänd / tillfredsställande nivå, inverkan på kursvitsordet 75 %
  
  Godkända projektuppgifter som bedöms i skalan 0 - 5, inverkan på kursvitsordet 25 %
  
  Aktivitet och intresse samt aktivt deltagande i räkneövningar påverkar bedömningen och det slutliga kursvitsordet (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Nilsson M. 2019 Mjölkkor. Kap 12 Avel
  Forskningsrapporter och annan litteratur (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar, övningsuppgifter ev. studiebesök (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Aktivitet, utförda övingsuppgifter och deltagande i eventuella studiebesök (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 28.08.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DA-E
  • BE19DA-EK

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gun Karell

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Student's schedule and workload

  3 sp (not translated)

•   Livestock farm technology BE16FHA03-3002 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  3 credits  (BE20DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can apply knowledge of farm mechanisation and standard feeding, milking, ventilation and fertilisation systems in Finnish animal farms, primarily from dairy, milk and livestock herds
  - knows how to build modern animal accommodation and has obtained applicable knowledge and practical skills for rational farm planning

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Indoor mechanization, rational farm planning, different operating solutions and different building engineering solutions
  Designing a modern animal shed based on various demands on animal health and well-being, considering both the environment and the economy
  Feeding systems in mainly different types of cattle herds in Finnish stables, pros and cons
  Milking systems (both more traditional and new modern facilities, different forms of milk pits and robotic milking, cow traffic), pros and cons
  Various ventilation systems, advantages and disadvantages
  Various fertilization systems, advantages and disadvantages

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Vitsordsskala 0 - 5, minst 50 % av totalpoängen i tentamen för godkänd / tillfredsställande nivå. Tentamensresultatets inverkan på kursvitsordet är 50 %
  
  Projekt/seminariearbete bedöms med vitsordet 0 - 5 och inverkar på det slutliga kursvitsordet till 50 %
  
  Godkänt deltagande i studiebesök
  
  Aktivitet och intresse inverkar i bedömningen och på det slutliga kursvitsordet (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Hulsen J. 2015. Att bygga för mjölkkon
  Nilsson M. 2019. Mjölkkor. Kap. 3. Byggnader - miljö för djur och människor
  samt olika forskningsrapporter (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar och studiebesök samt egna uppgifter (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  deltagandet i studiebesök och genomförda uppgifter och sluttent (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 28.08.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DA-E
  • BE19DA-EK

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gun Karell

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Student's schedule and workload

  3 sp (not translated)

•   Livestock feeding BE16HG01-3005 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - has learned the basics of animal husbandry focusing on the chemical content of fodder and various feed components, including full feed mixes, based on the energy and nutrient needs of different animal species
  - understands the interaction between fodder and concentrate
  - can design suitable feed strategies and plan animal husbandry taking into account various factors influencing the interpretation of a feeding plan, and can evaluate the feeding plan
  - can use different feed optimisation programs, such as Kokompassen, and can perform simple daily calculations based on the economic value of the feed and milk in euro / cow / day

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Animal care basics with focus on feeding (feed requirements, deficiency symptoms, etc)
  Interaction between different feed components (feed states and feed calculations)
  Available tools/software for feed calculation in the market

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Vitsordsskala 0 - 5,mMinst 50 % av totalpoängen i tentamen för godkänd / tillfredsställande nivå
  Pararbetet inverkar på kursens sammanvägda vitsord (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gun Karell

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Livestock health care BE16HG02-3004 02.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - has learnt the basics of animal health with emphasis on disease prevention measures
  - understands what affects good animal health
  - knows the most common diseases in livestock and their symptoms
  - can take action when farm animals are taken ill

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  The most common health problems in international and Finnish animal husbandry
  Some specifically selected animal diseases of major production significance and quarantine diseases
  Focus on parasites, hoof / hoof problems and udder problems
  Preventive health care measures for animals

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Vitsordsskala 0 - 5, minst 50 % av totalpoängen i tentamen för godkänd / tillfredsställande nivå (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Person(s) in charge

  Gun Karell

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 01.01.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gun Karell

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Map Skills NM13GI01-3005 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  3 credits  (BE21DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can read and understand maps
  - can move in the terrain and locate objects using maps
  - knows the geometric properties of maps
  - can combine map theory and practice
  - can assess their own physical and intellectual limitations and create a positive approach to self-development

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  Reading and understanding the map's information
  Location of objects in the terrainusing a map
  Knowledge of the geometric properties of maps
  Combination of map generalization and reality
  Use of digital map services, such as GIS and applications on the mobile hone
  Assessment of own physical and knowledge-related limitations- to achieve a positive relationship with self-development

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Godkända inlämningsuppgifter
  Visningsprov
  Teoriförhör (not translated)

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  Person(s) in charge

  Johnny Sved

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Anvisas i Teams (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar, övningar och terrängövningar (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 28.08.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Kaj Hällfors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Inga (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Godkända övningar (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Flexibel (not translated)

•   Market analysis and production support BE16EF03-3004 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - has mastered basic economic concepts and understand how international agreements and regulations affect different types of rural enterprises in Finland
  - has acquired current knowledge of principles and regulations in relation to a farming company's production and environmental support
  - can perform a quadruple analysis (SWOT analysis) for a selected industry and has learned to reflect on how markets and policies affect the industry
  - attends, analyses and reports in writing on a compulsory rural policy seminar (SLC)

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Basic economic concepts, international agreements and regulations that affect rural companies in Finland
  Principles and regulations regarding farm production's various production and environmental financial support
  Risc analysis (SWOT analysis) for a selected part of the market and insight into how markets and politics affect the industry in question
  Participation in a rural seminar

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Vitsordsskala 0 - 5, minst 50 % av totalpoängen i tentamen för godkänd / tillfredsställande nivå
  Godkända inlämningsuppgifter
  Godkänt deltagande i det landsbygdspoltiska seminariet (2 dagar)
  Obligatoriskt deltagande i exkursion/studiebesök (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande samt kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Studiematerial fås av läraren och finns i Moodle (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Närundervisning (föreläsningar)
  Grupp- och individuella arbete
  Seminarium som ordnas av utbildningens samarbetspartners organisation (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Grupparbete är presenterad och godkänt
  Uppgifter eller övningar är inlämnade eller godkända
  Deltagande i lektioner
  Deltagande i seminariet (obligatoriskt)
  Tentamen bedömns med vitsord (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Veronika Bäckman

  Additional information

  Seminarium som ordnas av samarbetspartners är obligatoriskt och går inte att ersätta (not translated)

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Tentamina i slutet av perioden, två omtentamina erbjuds efter kursen är avslutad (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Uppgifter är inte inlämnade
  Tentamen är underkänd (under 50% poäng)
  Studerande deltar inte i lektioner
  Studerande deltar inte i seminariet (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Sena inlämningar av uppgifter, brister i uppgifter
  Låga poäng i tentamen (under 70%)
  Lågt deltagande i lektioner
  Deltagande i seminariet är godkänt (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  alla uppgifter är inlämnade i tid utan större brister, högt deltagande i lektioner, och god prestation i tentamen (över 70% poäng), deltagande i seminariet är godkänt (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  alla uppgifter är inlämnade i tid och är mycket väl utförda, aktivt och konstruktivt deltagande i de flesta lektioner och mycket hög prestation i tentamen (över 90% poäng), deltagande i seminariet är godkänt (not translated)

•   Marketing and Sales BE16BEI01-3003 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  3 credits  (BE20DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the importance of marketing in creating a network of customer relationships
  - can make an effective competition and customer analysis and establish a marketing strategy for a selected company
  - understands the importance of and the difference between external and internal marketing
  - can evaluate the marketing process and adapt it to a sales profile and the correct customer group
  - knows the most important legislation regarding consumer and competition protection

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  The importance of marketing in businesses and its role in the network of customer relationships
  Important concepts and processes in marketing
  Market analysis: Customer and competition analysis
  Planning of products and services
  Invoicing methods
  Design of tenders, quotations and VAT invoices

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Achieved 50 % of the course competences

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Achieved 70 % of the course competences

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Achieved 90 % of the course competences

  Further information

  Assignments and project work (grade 0 - 5)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Enligt lärarens anvisningar (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Närundervisning (föreläsningar)
  Grupparbete
  Studiebesök
  Övningar (inlämningsuppgifter) (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Poängsättning av inlämnade prestationer
  Alla uppgifter måste vara inlämnade i tid (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 28.08.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DA-E
  • BE20DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Veronika Bäckman

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Assessment criteria

  Uppgifter som skall lämnas in saknas (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Samtliga poängnivå under 50%
  Lågt deltagande på lektioner (under 50%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Samtliga poängnivå 50-80%
  Högt deltagande på lektioner (över 70%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Samtliga poängnivå över 80%
  Högt (över 70%) och aktivt deltagande på lektioner (not translated)

•   Mathematics BE22ED40-3001 02.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE22DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - can apply the trigonometry of the right-angeled triangle
  - can solve polynomial equations and graphically interpret polynomial functions
  - can denote and calculate arithmetic and geometric series
  - understand how to use mathematical functions and models to describe scientific phenomena
  - can make calculations with growth functions
  - understands causes and sees opportunities in using logarithmic and exponential functions
  - can use basic logarithmic rules to solve exponential equations
  - knows the concepts of limit value and derivatives and can apply rules for simple functions

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Mathematickal expressions
  Equations of the first degree
  Formulas
  Equations of the second degree
  Equation systems
  Polynomial functions, exponential and logarithmic functions
  Rules of Logarithms
  Exponential equations
  Derivatives, physical examples and simple optimizations
  From the basic mathematics course:
  - Units and fractions
  - Proportionality
  - Percent
  - Rectangular triangle
  - Areas and volumes

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Taina Sjöholm

  Mode of delivery

  34% Face-to-face, 66% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Material finns i Moodle
  https://moodlecourses.novia.fi/course/view.php?id=7279 (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Flipped Learning, räkneövningar i små grupper om möjligt och föreläsningar vid behov (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Tentamen och inlämningsuppgifter. Aktivitet i Moodle räknas som fördel. Om man i Moodle tagit del av allt material före alla lektionspass, kan man höja sitt vitsord ifall man blir på gränsen mellan två vitsord. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 01.01.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E
  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Taina Sjöholm

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Share of online studies

  2 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Det är möjligt att delta i en del av kursen på distans via Webex.
  https://novia.webex.com/meet/taina.sjoholm (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Information om kurstentamen finns i Moodle
  Omtentamen: 10.3.2023 och 21.4.2023 (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  3 sp motsvarar cirka 80 h arbete (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Den studerande uppfyller inte kravet för tillfredsställande kunskaper. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Den studerande kan lösa de flesta grundläggande problem som anknyter till kursinnehållet och kompetenserna. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Den studerande kan lösa mera komplicerade problem från de olika delarna av kursen. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Den studerande kan tillämpa kursinnehållet och innovativt lösa mera komplicerade problem med hjälp av kursens kompetenser även i nya situationer. (not translated)

•   Methods and systems of planning BE16SI01-3004 02.01.2023-21.04.2023  6 credits  (BE21DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows most common inventory methods suitable for natural resource inventory
  - can evaluate the accuracy of and control customised sampling designs for inventory methods
  - can utilise geographical data in the production of new information
  - understands the need for tactical and strategic planning of natural resources
  - understands the historical development and future possibilities of forest management
  - knows the most common methods for cost effective planning
  - has knowledge of methods for collecting and analysing geographical data
  - can explain how forest management can and should take into account the sustainability principles of forestry
  - has knowledge of methods for mapping the objectives of forest owners and assess how they affect planning

  Prerequisites

  Handling of GPS and GIS
  Forest mensuration 1

  Content of the study unit

  Methods for inventories
  GIS tools
  Methods for natural resource inventories
  Sample design
  Forest Planning Systems
  Forest Inventory

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Godkända uppgifter och övningar
  Hemtentamen (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Anvisas på Teams (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar, övningar och diskussioner.
  Obligatoriska övningar i terräng (april). (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Inlämningsuppgifter 70%
  Litteratur 30% (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.01.2023 - 21.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 01.01.2023

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Kaj Hällfors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Inga (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Insyn i organisationers planeringsrutiner. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Inlämningsuppgifter (10 av 11 godkända) under kursens gång som skall vara inlämnade inom utsatt tid (inga omtagningar)
  Skriftligt förhör i slutet av februari med Novias allmänna omtagningsrutiner.. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Inga (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  Januari - Februari:
  Planeringsmetoder, fjärranalys, GIS och inventeringsteori
  
  Mars-April:
  Planeringssystem och terrängkunskaper. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Visar stora brister i flera centrala färdigheter och kan inte omfatta planeringens målsättningar och kostnadseffektivitet. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Förstår principerna i uppgörande av skogsplaner och har en uppfattning av olika invnteringsmetoder i praktiken. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Kan använda olika redskap och förstår väl planeringensprocessens metoder och mål. Känner till inveteringens terorier om noggrannhet och kan tillämpa dem i praktiken.. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Kan mångsidigt och självständigt använda av olika redskap som erbjuds för planeringaprocessen. Förstår planeringens mervärde och inventeringens noggrannhetskoncept (not translated)

•   Milk production BE16FHA01-3002 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  3 credits  (BE20DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the demands of dairy cows on their production environment, feeding and care
  - knows which factors affect the results of milk production and can optimise them
  - knows how dairy farm production facilities should be designed to be efficient, effective and humane
  - understands how feeding, accommodation and calving intervals affect the fertility of dairy cows and are aware of osteoporosis, fertility disorders and fertility treatments

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  General conditions for milk production in the EU and Finland
  Milk production's historical development and future opportunities in Finland
  Different milk breeds with emphasis on Finnish conditions, anatomy and physiology and the characteristics, advantages and disadvantages of different milk breeds
  Breeding work in milk production, specific breeding goals such as high milk yield, good udder health, and litter (lack of horns)
  Requirements that dairy cows impose on their production environment, feeding and care
  Design of efficient, efficient and at the same time pleasant production facilities for dairy cows
  Relationship between feeding, barn environment, care, calving interval and milk fertility
  Kidney recruitment and the sustainability of dairy cows in rational milk production, pros and cons of different milking systems
  Fertility disorders and various fertility treatments
  Diseases for dairy cows, such as udder inflammation, calving paralysis and binge spasm, preventive measures and treatment
  Quarantine diseases such as foot-and-mouth disease, BSE and other zoonoses, preventive measures and emergency government measures
  Factors affecting milk profitability, optimization of sustainable and profitable milk production
  Alternative forms of production, such as organic milk production and late calf separation

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Vitsordsskala 0 - 5, minst 50 % av totalpoängen i tentamen för godkänd / tillfredsställande nivå, 50 % inverkan på kursvitsordet
  
  Projekt/seminariearbete bedöms i skalan 0 - 5, inverkan på kursvitsordet 50 %
  
  Godkänt deltagande i studiebesök och praktiska övningar
  
  Aktivitet och intresse inverkar på bedömningen och det slutliga kursvitsordet (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Nilsson M. 2019. Mjölkkor
  Hulsen J. 2015. Kosignaler med betesdrift, utökad utgåva
  Hulsen J. 2017. Sinkosignaler. En praktisk handbok om sinläggning, sinperiod och start av en ny laktation
  Hulsen J. mfl. 2017. Juversignaler
  Hulsen J. mfl. 2015. Ungdjurssignaler
  samt olika forskningsrapporter och annan litteratur (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar, övningsarbeten, ev. studiebesök (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 28.08.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DA-E
  • BE19DA-EK

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gun Karell

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Mineral fertilizers BE16VGII02-3004 02.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the nutrition needs of crops and can take measures to remedy nutritional deficiencies
  - knows the characteristics of mineral fertilizers marketed in Finland
  - can choose the most suitable fertilizer for a particular use, and can calculate the amount needed to satisfy an individual crop's needs in a single crop rotation
  - can take appropriate technical and strategic measures to optimize the utilization of nitrogen and phosphate fertilizers

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Plants' uptake and transport of nutrients
  Calculating plant nutrient supply
  Simple N, P and K mineral fertilizers (manufacturing and properties)
  Other fertilizer minerals (manufacturing and properties)
  Composite NPK mineral fertilizers (manufacturing and properties)
  Fertilization strategies and fertilizer technology for increased nitrogen and phosphorus efficiency
  
  Sustainable development in agriculture (bioeconomy) is an essential part of the course

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro under minst 80 % av föreläsningstillfällena
  Vitsordsskala 0 - 5, minst 50 % av tentamenspoängen
  
  Se även kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Person(s) in charge

  Paul Riesinger

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  - Föreläsningsanteckningar, artiklar.
  - Riesinger P 2006. Grunder för ekologisk odling. Del II, Växtnäring. Eget förlag. Karis. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar, diskussioner, studiebesök. Studerandena utför litteraturstudier och seminariearbeten. Arbetssättet följer principerna av PBI, FUI och CDIO. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Närvaro vid de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Seminariearbete.
  Nivån av uppnådd kunskap bedöms mha tentamen.
  
  
  2021 GK/U enligt bidrag i den digitala undervisningen. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 01.01.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Förkunskapskrav motsvarande kurserna:
  Praktiska grunder
  Odlingsjordar och jordbearbetning
  Marklära och markvård
  Markens växtnäringsförråd (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Enligt validering. (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Studiebesök och inbjudna arbetslivskontakter enligt möjlighet (tidsresurser) och behov. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Inom ramen för kursschemat.
  Schemalagda omtentamenstillfällen. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Enligt behov och möjligheter. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Studerandenas arbetstid omfattar 3*27 timmar = 81 timmar. Dessa timmar fördelar sig på gemensamma arbetstillfällen (föreläsningar och laborationer, 28 timmar), egna arbeten (seminariearbete och presentation (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar), repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar) samt tentamen (2 timmar). I kursen ingår ett studiebesök. Arbetsinnehållet preciseras av den detaljerade kursbeskrivning som delas ut i samband med kursintroduktionen. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  - Växternas upptagning och transport av näringsämnen
  - Principiellt tillvägagångssätt vid beräkning av växtnäringstillförsel
  - Symtom vid växtnäringsbrist
  - Enkla N, P och K-mineralgödselmedel (tillverkning och egenskaper)
  - Övriga gödselmineraler (tillverkning och egenskaper)
  - Sammansatta NPK mineralgödselmedel (tillverkning och egenskaper)
  - Gödslingsstrategier och gödslingsteknik för ökad kväve- och fosforeffektivitet (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Frånvaro, överstigande 20 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Mindre än hälften av tentamenspoängen.
  Underkänt eller icke-inlämnat kursarbete. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Uppnått grundkunskap. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid gemensamma arbetstillfällen.
  Uppnått grundkunskap och kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid gemensamma arbetstillfällen.
  Kursarbetet präglas av förmågan att arbeta självständigt, kreativt och kritiskt.
  Uppnått grundkunskap, kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar, förmåga att själv tillämpa grundkunskap. (not translated)

•   Multiform Entrepreneurship in Local Food Systems PK00AG47-3001 01.11.2022-31.01.2023  5 credits  (ÖH21PERM-EK) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The students
  - knows what a Sustainable Food System is.
  - knows different kinds of Alternative Food Networks and understands the benefits with a Local Food System and a Local Economic System.
  - knows different kinds of models for activity.
  - knows the basis of profitability, Customer Centric Systems and Marketing.

  Prerequisites

  No prior knowledge needed.

  Content of the study unit

  - Introduction to Sustainable Food Systems, Alternative Food Systems, Local Food systems and Local Economic systems.
  - Different models of activity and entrepreneurship.
  - Profitabilty, Customer Centric strategy and Marketing
  - Distribution, Logistics and Selling of produce, Artisan food and food without additives
  - the Loopa method
  - Own plan of activity according to the Loopa-method.

  Further information

  Note that the course is part of a series of courses. Check that you have enough knowledge to build on before you enroll.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Heidi Barman-Geust

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  Books, articles, videos and other study material according to instructions from the teachers.Students need access to a computer with an internet connection. Students also need a headset with a microphone.

  Learning methods

  Lectures
  Training and assignments
  Literature
  Group work
  Independent work

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  01.11.2022 - 31.01.2023

  Enrollment date range

  02.10.2022 - 31.10.2022

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH21PERM-EK

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Marianne Fred, Annemari Andrésen, Heidi Barman-Geust

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Share of online studies

  5 credits

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Student's schedule and workload

  The studies takes about 10 hours / week for the student.

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

  It takes active participation in the studies to get an approved accomplishment from the course. The students also needs to hand in assignments, co-create and co-produces, participate in discussions and so on to accomplish the course.

•   Operational planning and generation shift BE16GB02-3004 27.02.2023-21.04.2023  3 credits  (BE19DA-EK) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can organise an operating plan for a farm company
  - has an idea of what is meant by the sustainable use of farm resources and is familiar with the concept of farm view
  - can, based on coverage contribution estimates, performance planning, profitability analysis and key ratios, also known as green key figures, evaluate organic production options
  - has developed an understanding of generational shift processes in farm companies
  - understands how differences in a company's business ideas affect the entire business concept, e.g. how large-scale commodity production differs from the production of value added products
  - understand the principles for the development of services and service innovation in farm companies
  - can further develop entrepreneurship and new concepts, exploit the potentials of digitisation, and create relationships between industries

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  The farm''s ownership switching from one generation to the next, processes and analysis of various influencing factors
  Practical steps in the farm´s ownership switching from one generation to the next
  Operational planning in various forms of rural enterprises
  From business concept to realization in different kinds of companies
  The opportunities and challenges of digitalisation
  Entrepreneurship and business development

  Further information

  See course plan and moodle site

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  Person(s) in charge

  Veronika Bäckman

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Enligt lärarens anvisningar (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Närundervisning (föreläsningar)
  Övningsuppgifter (hemuppgifter, gruppuppgifter)
  Gästföreläsningar (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Inlämningsuppgifter och deltagande i lektioner (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 21.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  28.01.2023 - 26.02.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE19DA-EK

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Veronika Bäckman

  Responsible unit

  ÅboRaseborg (not translated)

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Slutpresentation av grupparbete (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Oinlämnade uppgifter
  Deltagande i lektioner under 50% (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Alla uppgifter inlämnade dock bristfälliga eller inlämnade för sent
  Tillfredställande deltagande i lektionerna (50-70%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Alla uppgifter inlämnade i tid, små brister i uppgifterna
  Tillfredställande deltagande i lektionerna (50-70%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Alla uppgifter inlämnade i tid och väl utförda
  Högt (över 70%) och aktivt deltagande i lektionerna (not translated)

•   Organic fertilizers BE16VGII03-3004 27.02.2023-21.04.2023  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - is familiar with symbiotic nitrogen fixation and can assess its contribution to the nitrogen supply of subsequent crops
  - knows the composition and fertilizer value of manure and understands how different storage methods influence these parameters
  - can, based on knowledge of the risks of plant nutrient loss from manure at different stages of management, choose appropriate storage methods and spreading times
  - is familiar with the properties and effects of other organic fertilizers, such as sewage sludge, digestate, biocompost and fur animal manure
  - can perform expanded fertilizer calculations and can choose appropriate fertilizers

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Symptoms of plant nutrient deficiency
  The symbiotic nitrogen fixation's contribution to crop nitrogen supply
  Stable manure: composition, treatment and spreading opportunities
  Extended fertilizer calculations
  
  Sustainable development in agriculture (bioeconomy) is an essential part of the course

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro under minst 80 % av föreläsningstillfällena
  Vitsordskala 0 - 5, minst 50 % av totalpoängen i tentamen för godkänd / tillfredsställande nivå (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Person(s) in charge

  Paul Riesinger

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  - Föreläsningsanteckningar, artiklar.
  - Riesinger P 2006. Grunder för ekologisk odling. Del II, Växtnäring. Eget förlag. Karis. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar från kursledarens och studerandenas sida samt diskussioner. Studerandena utför laborationer och seminariearbeten.. Arbetssättet följer principerna av PBI, FUI och CDIO. I kursen ingår ett växtnäringsexperiment. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Närvaro vid de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Deltagande i fält och vid gårdsbesök.
  Deltagande vid studiebesök.
  Seminariearbete.
  Nivån av uppnådd kunskap bedöms mha tentamen. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 21.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 26.02.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Vädertålig klädsel vid studiebesök.
  
  Förkunskapskrav motsvarande kurserna:
  Praktiska grunder
  Odlingsjordar och jordbearbetning
  Marklära och markvård
  Markens växtnäringsförråd
  Mineralgödsel (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Enligt validering. (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Studiebesök och inbjudna arbetslivskontakter enligt möjlighet (tidsresurser) och behov. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Inom ramen för kursschemat.
  Schemalagda omtentamenstillfällen. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Enligt behov och möjligheter. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Studerandenas arbetstid omfattar 3*27 timmar = 81 timmar. Dessa timmar fördelar sig på gemensamma arbetstillfällen (föreläsningar och laborationer, 28 timmar), egna arbeten (seminariearbete och presentation (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar), repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar) samt tentamen (2 timmar). I kursen ingår ett studiebesök. Arbetsinnehållet preciseras av den detaljerade kursbeskrivning som delas ut i samband med kursintroduktionen. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  - Den symbiotiska kvävefixeringens lagbundenheter och optimering
  - De organiskt bundna näringsämnenas bidrag till grödornas växtnäringsförsörjning
  - Stallgödsel: sammansättning, behandling och spridningstillfällen
  - Reningsverkslam
  - Kompostering
  - Rötning
  - Utökade gödslingsberäkningar
  
  Hållbar utveckling inom lantbruket (bioekonomi) utgör en väsentlig del av kursen. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Frånvaro, överstigande 20 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Mindre än hälften av tentamenspoängen.
  Underkänt eller icke-inlämnat kursarbete. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Uppnått grundkunskap. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid gemensamma arbetstillfällen.
  Uppnått grundkunskap och kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid gemensamma arbetstillfällen.
  Kursarbetet präglas av förmågan att arbeta självständigt, kreativt och kritiskt.
  Uppnått grundkunskap, kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar, förmåga att själv tillämpa grundkunskap. (not translated)

•   Plant breeding and seed production BE22VG40-3001 27.02.2023-21.04.2023  3 credits  (BE22DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the historical development of plant breeding
  - understands the genetic bases of plant breeding and knows plant breeding methods
  - knows plant varieties on the market and can choose varieties based on plant cultivation and market conditions
  - knows the conditions and regulations for seed cultivation and trade in Finland and within the EU

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  The basics of general genetics and plant breeding
  Various plant breeding methods, including genetic modification (GM / GMO)
  Variety development and variety experiments
  Seed production, sorting and trading in Finland
  Seed control and monitoring in Finland
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible consumption and production and Life on land

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Lars Fridefors

  Mode of delivery

  67% Face-to-face, 33% Distance learning

  Learning material

  On the moodle site.

  Learning methods

  Lectures and tutorial
  Project work
  Assignments
  Field studies

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Written exam 50 % of the course grade, 50 % of the maximum points in the written exam for an acceptable level
  Project work 50 % of the course grade
  Participation in field studies
  Course activity

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 21.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 27.02.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E

  Seats

  5 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Share of online studies

  1 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Cooperation with companies and organizations in the sector, among others Tilasiemen, Boreal and Ruokavirasto.

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Deadlines for projects and written assignment according to separate instructions on the moodle site.
  Oral presentations and written exam booked in the course schedule.
  Written exam April 19th 2023.
  Two opportunities to retake the written exam, according to specified instructions.

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / credit, totally 81 h

  Assessment criteria

  For failed grade 0, failed project work, assignments and/or failed written exam and course activity.

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  For an acceptable grade 1-2, passed project work and assignments, passed written exam and course activity on an in average acceptable level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  For a good grade 3-4, passed project work and assignments, passed written exam and course activity on an in average good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  For an excellent grade 5, passed project work and assignments, passed written exam and course activity on an in average excellent level

•   Potatoes and sugar beets NM13VP10-3002 02.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE21DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student shall understand the various objectives one has when cultivating potatoes and sugar beets and is able to choose appropriate cultivation planning and technology on the basis of plant physiological premises. The student shall know the central parameters with reference to product quality and know how different quality-related objectives are met.

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Production chains for potatoes and sugar beets with emphasis on the cultivation measures relevant to the individual crops
  The history, morphology, systematics, anatomy and developmental stages of potato and sugar beet
  Purpose of potato cultivation (early cultivation / early potatoes, food potato cultivation, cultivation of seed potatoes, production of starch potatoes and potatoes for the food industry and other industrial purposes)
  Cultivation planning and conditions for soil, climate, plant sequence, cultivation material (varieties), seeds, germination and settling (potatoes)
  Soil cultivation, nutritional needs and fertilizers
  Maintenance measures such as cupping (potatoes) and irrigation
  Plant protection measures, preventive measures, mechanical and chemical weed control and regulation of fungal and viral diseases and pests
  Blast killing (potatoes), picking up, handling and storage (sugar beet storage)
  Quality aspects and issues related to environment and food safety permeate the entire course

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Projektarbeten/seminariearbeten bedöms med vitsordsskalan 0 - 5
  Tentamen bedöms med vitsordsskalan 0 - 5, minst 50 % av totalpoängen i tentamen för godkänd / tillfredsställande nivå
  Godkänd närvaro vid studiebesök inklusive rapportering
  
  Det sammanvägda kursvitsordet baseras på:
  
  Tentamen 50 %
  Projekt/seminariearbete om potatis 25 %
  Projekt/seminariearbete om sockerbeta 25 %
  Godkänd närvaro vid studiebesök inklusive rapportering (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Person(s) in charge

  Lars Fridefors

  Mode of delivery

  67% Face-to-face, 33% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Course material, references and instructions announced on the moodle site.

  Learning methods

  Project based learning
  Lectures
  Field studies

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Written Exam 50 % of the course grade
  Projects 50 % of the course grade
  Course participation and activity

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  03.12.2022 - 01.01.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E
  • BE20DA-E

  Seats

  5 - 30

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  ÅboRaseborg (not translated)

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Share of online studies

  1 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Field studies on farms producing and processing potatoes and producing sugar beet

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Written Exam 17th of February, 2023
  Seminars with oral project presentations, scheduled during the course 31st of January and 13th of February, 2023

  Student's schedule and workload

  3 credits, 27 h / credit

  Content scheduling

  3 credits in period 3, 2023

  Assessment criteria

  Learning objectives not fulfilled, failed written exam or course projects.
  Absence from farm trips/field studies not compensated

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Fulfilled learning objectives on an accepted level, accepted written exam and projects.
  Participation in farm trips/field studies

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Fulfilled learning objectives on a good level, accepted written exam and projects on a good level.
  Active participation in farm trips/field studies

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Fulfilled learning objectives on an excellent level, accepted written exam and projects on an excellent level.
  
  Active participation in farm trips/field studies

•   Processing of Natural Fibers ÖH22PF02-3002 30.01.2023-31.07.2023  5 credits +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  
  - knows logistics chains for natural fibers
  - understands processing methods of natural fibers
  - knows how high quality is produced and can implement this knowledge in processing of natural fibers
  - understands circular economy
  - can take into account side flows and their usage

  Prerequisites

  Inga förkunskapskrav.

  Content of the study unit

  Processing of Natural Fibers, 5 ECTS:
  - logistics chains for natural fibers
  - processing methods and product quality of natural fibers
  - circular economy, side flows and their usage

  Further information

  The target group for the study unit is everyone interested in the topic.
  
  Students need access to computer or pad with internet connection, haedphones, a microphone and a webcam.
  
  The main language in the study unit is Swedish, but English and Finnish can be used in some lectures, in the assignments and in part of the discussions and in counselling.
  
  Costs: Read more about costs for Open UAS students: https://www.novia.fi/studies/open-uas/

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  Studiematerial enligt närmare anvisningar på kursens moodlesida.
  
  Föreslagen kurslitteratur bland annat:
  
  Manni, Katariina (toim.). 2022. Turvetta korvaavat uusiutuvat kuivikemateriaalit. Luonnonvara- ja biotalouden tutkimus 9/2022. Luonnonvarakeskus. Tillgänglig på: https://jukuri.luke.fi/handle/10024/551549 Landsbygdens Folk 17.12.2021 elektroniskt https://www.landsbygdensfolk.fi/nyheter/fibershed-produktionen-av-lokala-textilfibrer-borde-staerkas Mer information på kursens moodle sida. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Mainly distance studies with interactive online meetings with group discussions and written discussions in the learning platform Moodle.
  Lectures, case studies and best practises.
  Individual assignments and literature studies.
  Project work
  Study teams to support each other´s learning, assignments and projects
  Regional meetings and field studies
  
  Workload 27 h / credit, totally 405 h

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  30.01.2023 - 31.07.2023

  Enrollment date range

  31.12.2022 - 29.01.2023

  • 5 credits

  Seats

  8 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Additional information

  Kursen förädling av naturfiber 5 sp riktar sig till alla intresserade.
  
  Studerande bör vara utrustad med ändamålsenlig teknik för deltagande i undervisning på distans, dator eller Ipad med internetanslutning, hörlurar, mikrofon och webkamera.
  
  Kursen genomförs på svenska med stöd av ändamålsenlig användning av engelska och finska i samband med resursföreläsningar, exkursioner, uppgifter, diskussioner och handledning.
  
  En exkursion med huvudtemat ull, främst sortering av ull och ullkvalitet, genomfördes den 14.11.2022 i västra Nyland.
  
  Den 19.12 genomförs ett studiebesök vid Linen Stories förädlingsanläggning i Helsingfors
  
  En frivillig fältdag med studiebesök arrangeras preliminärt i mitten av juni 2023 (preliminärt den 14.6.2023). Studerande står själv för sina egna resekostnader.
  
  Kostnader: Läs mer om kostnaderna för deltagande i Öppen Yrkeshögskola på www.novia.fi (not translated)

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Share of online studies

  5 credits

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Kursen Förädling av naturfiber genomförs i interaktivt samarbete med näringslivskontakter inom branschen, bland andra Naturresursinstitutet LUKE, Helsingfors Universitet, lantbrukets producent- och rådgivningsorganisationer inom ProAgria samt producenter och landsbygdsföretagare.
  
  Aktiva forskare, rådgivare och producenter i landsbygdsföretag och andra ledande experter inom området, medverkar i kursen i form av resursföreläsningar, fallstudier, regionala företagsbesök och närstudieträffar samt i samband med externa projektbeställningar och resurshandledning inom ramen för studieprojekt. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Muntliga projektpresentationer på distans i Teams den 3.4.2023 preliminärt kl. 17:00 - 19.
  
  Skriftliga projektrapporter lämnas in senast den 30.4.2023.
  
  Hemtentamen den 11.4.2023 kl. 17:00 - 21. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / sp (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  Kursen pågår under tiden 30.1 - 14.4.2023. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

  För godkänd kurs fordras godkänd hemtentamen och godkänt projektarbete. (not translated)

•   Processing, Storing and Selling Produce PK00AG46-3002 01.08.2022-31.10.2022  5 credits  (ÖH21PERM-EK) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows Artisan Food Processing.
  - knows how different soil and different sorts influences the quality of food.
  - knows different kinds of methods for storing food.
  - knows the requirements for selling food by the Finnish Food act.
  - can draw up a plan for processing, storing and selling produce.

  Prerequisites

  No prior knowledge needed.

  Content of the study unit

  - Introduction to Artisan Food processing.
  - The influence from soil and sorts on the quality of food.
  - Introduction to different methods of storing.
  - Introduction to the Finnish Food Act and Food Science.
  - Introduction to different spaces (for storing, production and sale).
  - An individual plan for storing, processing and selling produce.

  Further information

  Note that the course is part of a series of courses. Check that you have enough knowledge to build on before you enroll.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Heidi Barman-Geust

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  Books, articles, videos and other study material according to instructions from the teachers.Students need access to a computer with an internet connection. Students also need a headset with a microphone.

  Learning methods

  Lectures
  Training and assignments
  Literature
  Group work
  Independent work

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  01.08.2022 - 31.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  02.07.2022 - 31.07.2022

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH21PERM-EK

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Jonas Ringqvist, Heidi Barman-Geust

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Share of online studies

  5 credits

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Student's schedule and workload

  The studies takes about 10 hours / week for the student.

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

  It takes active participation in the studies to get an approved accomplishment from the course. The students also needs to hand in assignments, co-create and co-produces, participate in discussions and so on to accomplish the course.

•   Production Biology BE22VG20-3001 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  4 credits  (ÖH22BEA-LED, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the basic anatomy and physiology of plants
  - knows about the plants' uptake and transport of nutrients
  - knows the botany and production biology of cultivated plants
  - can use development scales for cereals and oilseeds and knows development scales for other crops
  - understands the different purposes of cereal cultivation and can, on the basis of plant physiological principles, choose a suitable cultivation technique
  - knows the key parameters of product quality and knows how to achieve different quality goals
  - know the wintering strategies of the cultivated plants and factors that influence wintering.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Plant anatomy and physiology
  Botany and Production biology
  Development scales for crops, focused on cereals and oil seed crops
  General principles and Cultivation techniques for cereals and oil seed crops
  Parameters for product quality, focused on cereals and oil seed crops
  Wintering strategies of plants, focused on cereals and oil seed crops
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible consumption and production, Life on land and the Climate action.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  See instructions on the moodle site.
  
  Main course references:
  
  Vår mat - Odling av åker- och trädgårdsgrödor (2015, första upplagan). Redaktör Håkan Fogelfors, Studentlitteratur. 2015, 614 s. ISBN: 978-914-4092-80-5.
  
  Åkergrödornas sorter 2014, Pro Agria Svenska Lantbrukssällskapens förbunds publikationer, serie 81118, Forskning för framåt 34, Fram Ab, Vasa 2014. ISSN: 1237-1572, ISBN: 978-952-9730-49-0.

  Learning methods

  Lectures (mostly in campus and some hybrid lectures in campus and at the same time on distance in Teams)
  Exercises (Seed knowledge and grain lab. analyses)
  Field studies

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Course grades in scale 1 - 5:
  
  Written theory exam 50 %
  Projects 30 %
  Seed knowledge, written exam 20 %
  Course participation and activity (pass/failed)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 4 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH22BEA-LED
  • BE22DA-E

  Seats

  5 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Additional information

  Additional information and instructions on the moodle site and combined with Teams invitations.

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Lab. analyses and field studies at Västankvarn Trial Farm.

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Oral course project/assignments presentations scheduled during the course
  Seed knowledge exercise preliminary 3rd of November, 2022 and written seed exam 22nd of November, 2022.
  Written theory exam 13th of December, 2022.

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / credit, totally 81 h

  Assessment criteria

  Failed written exams, course projects/assignments and failed exercises.

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Approved examination on an overall and in average acceptable level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Approved examination on an overall and in average acceptable level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Approved examination on an overall and in average excellent level.

•   Production of Natural Fibers ÖH22PF01-3004 06.10.2022-31.12.2022  5 credits +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  
  - knows the properties of different natural fibers
  - is able to plan cultivation and production of natural fibers by taking quality aspects into account
  - understands the environmental aspects of the production
  - knows natural fiber storage methods

  Prerequisites

  Inga förkunskapskrav.

  Content of the study unit

  Production of Natural Fiber, 5 ECTS
  - properties and usage of natural fibers
  - cultivation and production of natural fibers
  - the environmental aspects of the cultivation and production
  - storage of natural fibers

  Further information

  The target group for the study unit is everyone interested in the topic.
  
  Students need access to computer or pad with internet connection, haedphones, a microphone and a webcam.
  
  The main language in the study unit is Swedish, but English can be used in some lectures, in the assignments and in part of the discussions and in counselling.
  
  A voluntary field day is arranged in the middle of June 2023. Students are responsible for their own travel costs.
  
  Costs: Read more about costs for Open UAS students: https://www.novia.fi/studies/open-uas/

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  Mode of delivery

  20% Face-to-face, 80% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Recommended literature:
  
  Naukkarinen, Veera. 2021. Kosteikkoviljelyn kasviopas. Baltic Sea Action Group. Tillgänglig på: https://carbonaction.org/fi/materials/kosteikkoviljelyn-kasviopas/ Viherä-Aarnio, Anneli; Jyske, Tuula; Beuker, Egbert (toim). 2022. Pajut biokiertotaloudessa Materiaaleja, arvoaineita, ympäristöhyötyjä. Luonnonvara- ja biotalouden tutkimus 11/2022. Luonnonvarakeskus. Tillgänglig på: https://jukuri.luke.fi/handle/10024/551568 Keskitalo Marjo, Hakala, Kaija, Peltonen Sari, Harmoinen Taina (toim.) 2007. Tieto Tuottamaan 118, Erikoiskasvien viljely
  
  More information on the moodle site.

  Learning methods

  Mode of delivery:
  Mainly distance studies with interactive online meetings with group discussions and written discussions in the learning platform Moodle.
  Lectures, case studies and best practises.
  Individual assignments, projects and literature studies.
  Individual project work or project work in small teams supported by teams meetings.
  Study teams to support each other´s learning, assignments, projects and individual development
  Regional meetings and field studies in Finland.
  
  Workload 27 h / credit, totally 405 h

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Kursen bedöms på basen av hemtentamen, projektuppgifter och visad kursaktivitet. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  06.10.2022 - 31.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  06.09.2022 - 05.10.2022

  • 5 credits

  Seats

  12 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Additional information

  Modulen Produktion och förädling av naturfiber 15 sp riktar sig till alla intresserade.
  
  Studerande bör vara utrustad med ändamålsenlig teknik för deltagande i undervisning på distans, dator eller Ipad med internetanslutning, hörlurar, mikrofon och webkamera.
  
  Modulen genomförs på svenska med stöd av ändamålsenlig användning av engelska och finska i samband med resursföreläsningar, exkursioner, uppgifter, diskussioner och handledning.
  
  En exkursion med huvudtemat ull, främst sortering av ull och ullkvalitet, genomförs preliminärt den 24.10.2022 i västra Nyland samt en frivillig fältdag arrangeras i mitten av juni 2023. Studerande står själv för sina egna resekostnader.
  
  Kostnader: Läs mer om kostnaderna för deltagande i Öppen Yrkeshögskola på www.novia.fi
  På engelska (not translated)

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Share of online studies

  4 credits

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Föreläsare från bland annat Naturresursinstitutet LUKE, Helsingfors universitet och ProAgria.
  
  Producenter av olika slags naturfiber och företagare medverkar aktivt i kursen.
  
  En exkursion med huvudtemat ull, främst sortering av ull och ullkvalitet, genomförs preliminärt den 24.10.2022 i västra Nyland.
  
  En frivillig fältdag arrangeras i mitten av juni 2023. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Projektpresentationer på distans i Teams den 5.12.2022 preliminärt kl. 17:00 - 19.
  
  Hemtentamen den 12.12.2022 kl. 17:00 - 21. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Introduktionsföreläsning med den preliminära rubriken "What can social science deliver in the field of natural fibers" med doktor Stefan Ewert vid universitetet i Greifswald.
  
  Även andra forskare med internationell erfarenhet medverkar i kursen. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / credit, totally 135 h.

  Content scheduling

  Kursen pågår under tiden 10.10 - 31.12.2022. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

  För godkänd kurs fordras:
  Godkänd hemtentamen
  Godkända projektuppgifter (not translated)

•   Project in our Line of Business BE22IN30-3001 29.08.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE22DS-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can plan, implement and evaluate an industry-specific project
  - has basic insights into their own industry
  - can use tools in project planning and management
  - knows how teams are formed and developed
  - can work with others in teams
  - knows the project leader's role and tasks

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisities

  Content of the study unit

  Project as a working method
  Group dynamics and teamwork
  Project roles
  Planning, monitoring and evaluation of projects
  Delimitation of project assignments
  Planning and execution of project assignments
  Evaluation of the work carried out
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Peace, justice and strong institutions

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 02.09.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DS-E
  • ÖH22BIOS-LED

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Project in our Line of Business BE22IN30-3002 29.08.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (ÖH22BEA-LED, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can plan, implement and evaluate an industry-specific project
  - has basic insights into their own industry
  - can use tools in project planning and management
  - knows how teams are formed and developed
  - can work with others in teams
  - knows the project leader's role and tasks

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisities

  Content of the study unit

  Project as a working method
  Group dynamics and teamwork
  Project roles
  Planning, monitoring and evaluation of projects
  Delimitation of project assignments
  Planning and execution of project assignments
  Evaluation of the work carried out
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Peace, justice and strong institutions

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Eklund, S., Arbeta i projekt - individen, gruppen, ledaren, 2009. Studentlitteratur AB, Lund.
  Other references and course material on the moodle site.

  Learning methods

  Projected based learning
  Lectures
  Study visit connected to the course project

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Oral literature exam
  Active course participation and active project work
  Written course project report presented orally

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 02.09.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH22BEA-LED
  • BE22DA-E

  Seats

  5 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Course project ordered from enterprise/organization in the bioeconomy sector.

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Oral literature exam 5th of October
  Seminar with oral project presentation 29th of November.

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / credit

  Content scheduling

  Period 1- 2, autumn 2022

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

  For approved course approved oral literature exam, approved course participation and approved course project.

•   Property Law and Real Estate Assessment NM13LF02-3005 02.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE21DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - has knowledge of regulations governing real estate
  - understands legislation affecting real estate
  - knows the requirements for real estate businesses
  - has knowledge of registration authorities and excerpts
  - has knowledge of property registration
  - recognises different forms of ownership
  - has knowledge ofindividual roadmanagement
  - students of agrology can evaluate farm real estate and those of forestry engineering can evaluate forest real estate

  Prerequisites

  No previuos knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  Legislation on Real Estate
  Transactions with Real Estate
  Registration authorities
  Formation of Estates
  Types of ownership
  Management of privately owned roads
  Valuation of forest estates
  Valuation of agricultural estates

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Godkända uppgifter
  Tenter (not translated)

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  Person(s) in charge

  Johnny Sved

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 01.01.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E
  • BE20DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Håkan Hemberg, Johnny Sved, Bio Ekonomi

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Research Methodology BE16IL01-3006 02.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE20DS-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - knows the fundamentals of the theory of science
  - is able to describe and apply relevant research methods
  - knows how to make a plan for a scientific thesis
  - knows how to document and communicate his/her research findings
  - knows how to search for information from various sources
  - knows how to compile information in accordance to established scientific practices
  - understands the objective of a degree thesis and the requirements placed on it

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is rquired

  Content of the study unit

  Higher education in the knowledge society
  Applied vs. basic research
  Scientific and methodological basic concepts
  Degree project in Novia UAS
  Ethics in research processes and results
  Information retrieval
  Preparation, implementation and reporting of a scientific study

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Kvaliteten på utförda arbeten
  Bedömning enligt skalan 1-5 (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 01.01.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DS-E
  • BE20DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Patrik Byholm

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Roughage NM13VP03-3002 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE20DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the significance and extent of fodder production in Finland
  - mastered the cultivation techniques of plant species used mainly for the production of fodder
  - is well acquainted with production techniques for the cultivation of perennial pastures, with alternative systems for grazing and methods of growing fodder or cereal crops
  - can control production efforts based on knowledge of how nutritional value is affected by environmental and cultivation factors

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Cultivation of coarse fodder plant in Finland
  Coarse fodder plants: plant species and production biology
  Rough feed: quality parameters
  Perennial grassland: co-cultivation, establishment, fertilization and plant protection
  Perennial meadow: endurance, supplement sowing and meadow renovation
  Green fodder crops and whole grain silage
  Grazing
  
  Sustainable development in agriculture (bioeconomy) is an essential part of the course

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro under minst 80 % av föreläsningstillfällena (inklusive studiebesök)
  Vitsordsskala 0 - 5, minst 50 % av totalpoängen i tentamen för godkänd / tillfredsställande nivå
  
  Se även tilläggsuppgifter om bedömningen i kursens plan för förverkligande och på kursens moodlesida (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Föreläsningsanteckningar, artiklar.
  Riesinger P 2006. Grunder för ekologisk odling. Del IV, Växtodling och förädling av foder. Eget förlag. Karis. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar och diskussioner. Studiebesök (gårdsstudier). Studerandena utför seminariearbeten. Arbetssättet följer principerna av PBI, FUI och CDIO. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Seminariearbete.
  Nivån av uppnådd kunskap bedöms mha tentamen. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DA-E
  • BE19DA-EK

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Vädertålig klädsel vid studiebesök.
  Förkunskapskrav: Första och andra studieårets växtodlingskurser. (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Inga. (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Gårdsbesök. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Tentamen inom schemalagd kurstid. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Enligt behov. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Studerandenas arbetstid omfattar 3*27 timmar = 81 timmar. Dessa timmar fördelar sig på närstudier (föreläsningar och laborationer, 32 timmar), egna arbeten (seminariearbete och presentation (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar) och repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar). I kursen ingår ett studiebesök. Arbetsinnehållet preciseras av den detaljerade kursbeskrivning som delas ut i samband med kursintroduktionen. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  - Grovfoderodling i Nordeuropa och Finland
  - Produktionsbiologi vallgräs och vallbaljväxter
  - Parameter för foderkvaliteten
  - Samodling (blandvallar)
  - Odlingsteknik (etablering, gödsling, växtskydd)
  - Kompletteringssådd och renovering
  - Grönfoder
  - Betesdrift (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Mindre än hälften av tentamenspoängen.
  Underkänt eller icke-inlämnat kursarbete.
  Frånvaro från studiebesök och laborationer.
  Frånvaro under mer än 20 % av föreläsningstillfällena. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av föreläsningstillfällena.
  Uppnått grundkunskap. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid föreläsningstillfällen.
  Uppnått grundkunskap och kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid föreläsningstillfällen.
  Kursarbetet präglas av förmågan att arbeta självständigt, kreativt och kritiskt.
  Uppnått grundkunskap, kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar, förmåga att själv tillämpa grundkunskap. (not translated)

•   Silviculture on peatlands BE16SS01-3004 01.08.2022-23.10.2022  6 credits  (BE21DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - recognises the geological and ecological formation processes of peatlands
  - knows the classification grounds for natural peatlands
  - can take into account how drainage (dredging) affects a wetland ecosystem
  - can judge dredging possibilities in a peat field and plan the process
  - can apply water treatment measures when dredging
  - understands the changing nutrient conditions of peatlands
  - understands the sustainability dimensions of peatlands
  - can provide care for the use of peat sand

  Prerequisites

  Stand management
  Forest regeneration
  Handling of GPS and GIS

  Content of the study unit

  Site Classification on peatlands
  Compulsory field studies in Hyytiälä (1 week in late July/early August)
  Compulsory excursions
  Exercises:
  Individual
  In groups
  In groups with the teacher (compulsory attendance)

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Obligatorisk närvaro i torvmarksklassificeringen i Hyytiälä
  Obligatorisk närvaro i exkursioner
  Obligatorisk närvaro i lärarledda övningar
  Förhör i torvmarksväxter och -typer
  Skriftligt förhör
  Godkända övningar (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Anvisas i Teams (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Obligatoriska fältexkursioner, seminarier och övningar.
  Distans- och hybridstudier förekommer periodiserat.. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Aktivitet och sakkunskap under exkursionerna. (skala U/GK)
  Påvisad mångsidig kunskapshantering, kreativitet, engagemang och effektivitet i övningarna och seminarierna (skala 0/5).
  Förhör i trovmarksväxter och -typer (skala 0-5)
  Litteraturtent (skala 0-5) (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  01.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  06.05.2022 - 29.08.2022

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Kaj Hällfors

  Additional information

  Föruppgift inför fältstudierna i augusti (Teams). (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Inga (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Exkursioner ger inblick i tillämpningar. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Närvaro i fältstudierna, exkursionerna och seminarierna - inga omtagningsmöjligheter.
  Godkända övningar - inga omtagningar utan giltiga orsaker (t.ex. läkarintyg eller på förhand överenskommet arrangemang) (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Normal (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  - Intensivt med närvaro 2-5 augusti
  - Närvaroveckor i Raseborg är 36, 37, 39 och 42 (enligt schema och kursprogram på Teams) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  - Uteblivna eller underkända prestationer.
  - Har stora brister i sakkunskap och kan inte gestalta helheter. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  - Känner till huvuddragen av de ekologiska, produktionsmässiga och tekniska frågeställningarna i användning av torvmarksskogar.
  - Kan klassificera torvmarker och kan identifiera deras särdrag.
  - Känner till den lagstiftning som reglerar användning av torvmarker.
  - Känner till behovet och metoderna för vattenvård. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  - Förstår frågeställningarna med torvmarkernas hållbara användning och tillämpning.
  - Kan tillämpa lagar och råd för användning av torvmarker (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  -Kan mångsidigt och självständigt begrunda, analysera och tolka olika relevanta frågeställningar vid planering av torvmarksskogar.
  - Kan utgående från teoretiska ansatser bedöma olika tillämpningars funktion i ett torvmarksekosystem. (not translated)

•   Soil science and soil conservation BE22MA10-3001 02.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE22DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the physical, biological and chemical properties of arable land
  - understands the importance of preserved and increased soil fertility
  - knows regenerative cultivation methods
  - knows the importance of arable land for the carbon balance

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Soil fertility
  The physical properties of arable land, materiality and porosity, texture and structure
  Ground packing
  The biological properties of arable land, plant biomass, soil organisms and soil
  The importance of soil content and soil conservation measures
  Soil content changes
  Green fertilizing
  Chemical properties of arable land, cation exchange capacity, degree of base saturation, buffering, pH value
  Liming
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible consumption and production, Life on land and Climate action.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Paul Riesinger

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  - Föreläsningsanteckningar, artiklar.
  - Riesinger P 2006. Grunder för ekologisk odling. Del I, Marken. Eget förlag. Karis.
  - Riesinger P 2006. Grunder för ekologisk odling. Del IV, Marken. Eget förlag. Karis. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar från kursledarens och studerandenas sida samt diskussioner. Studiebesök. Studerandena utför seminariearbeten. Arbetssättet följer principerna av PBI, FUI och CDIO. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Deltagande i fält och gårdsbesök.
  Deltagande vid studiebesök.
  Seminariearbete.
  Nivån av uppnådd kunskap bedöms mha tentamen. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 01.01.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Kursen förutsätter deltagande i kursen Odlingsjordar och jordbearbetning.
  Vädertålig klädsel vid studiebesök. (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Inga (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Studiebesök (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Tentamen inom schemalagd kurstid. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Enligt behov. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Studerandenas arbetstid omfattar 3*27 timmar = 81 timmar. Dessa timmar fördelar sig på närstudier (föreläsningar och laborationer, 28 timmar), egna arbeten (seminariearbete och presentation (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar), repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar) samt tentamen (2 timmar). I kursen ingår ett studiebesök. Arbetsinnehållet preciseras av den detaljerade kursbeskrivning som delas ut i samband med kursintroduktionen. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  - Markbördighet
  - Åkermarkens fysikaliska egenskaper (materialitet och porositet, textur och struktur)
  - Markpackning
  - Åkermarkens biologiska egenskaper (växtbiomassa, markorganismer & mull)
  - Mullhaltens betydelse
  - Mullhaltsförändringar
  - Mullhaltshöjande åtgärder
  - Gröngödsling
  - Åkermarkens kemiska egenskaper (katjonbyteskapacitet, basmättnadsgrad, buffring, pH-värde)
  - Kalkning
  
  Hållbar utveckling inom lantbruket (bioekonomi) utgör en väsentlig del av kursen. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Frånvaro, överstigande 20 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Mindre än hälften av tentamenspoängen.
  Underkänt eller icke-inlämnat kursarbete. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  Uppnått grundkunskap. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid gemensamma arbetstillfällen.
  Uppnått grundkunskap och kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid gemensamma arbetstillfällen.
  Kursarbetet präglas av förmågan att arbeta självständigt, kreativt och kritiskt.
  Uppnått grundkunskap, kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar, förmåga att själv tillämpa grundkunskap. (not translated)

•   Soils in forestry BE22FS30-3001 27.02.2023-19.05.2023  3 credits  (BE22DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - knows the most common soils and soil types in Finland and how they were formed
  - knows how the ice age affected the geology of the Nordic countries
  - knows the effects of the soil type on the properties of the soil
  - can identify soil types
  - knows the mobility of water in soil and the nutrient cycle
  - understands how the buffer capacity of the soil works

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  The most common soils in Finland and how they were formed
  The importance of minerals to soil properties
  The nutrient cycle
  Soil as a carbon deposit
  Water mobility in the soil
  The impact of the microclimate on soil temperature
  How the microclimate can be affected by silvicultural measures
  A site mapping is performed in the field
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Life on land

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a satisfactory level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant course-making compulsory elements, at a excellent level.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 19.05.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 05.03.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Stand Management BE22SG40-3001 27.02.2023-21.04.2023  3 credits  (BE22DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows how silvicultural measures affect the development of the stand structure
  - can plan and calculate costs for tending of seedling stands
  - can assess thinning needs and thinning strength
  - understands how different forms of thinning can be applied in different stands
  - knows the risks associated with windfall and how to prevent them
  - knows the main principles for forest fertilization on mineral soil
  - knows different forms of subsidies for silvicultural measures

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Forest legislation on forest thinning
  Grass control
  Tending of seedling stands
  Pricing of tending
  First thinnings
  Later thinnings
  Evaluation of the quality of performed thinnings
  Forest fertilization
  Public funding of stand management measures
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible consumption and production as well as Climate action.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Gunnar Salingre

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 21.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 26.02.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Start your own Company NM13NE05-3008 01.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE19DS-EK, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the opportunities for self-employment and development that an entrepreneurial business can offer
  - knows the support offered for the start-up, acquisition and operation of business activities
  - knows which notifications and permits are required for a business
  - knows the overall differences between different types of companies
  - can draw up a business plan based on a business idea
  - can assess options and need for funding
  - knows the corporate network and support organisations in a market area
  - can assess the market and competitive situation in their own line of business

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  Self-employment and self-development that entrepreneurship offers
  Review of support and subsidies offered for starting, taking over and running a business
  What notifications and permits are needed?
  Overall differences between corporate forms
  How can you make a business plan based on a business concept?
  How can you assess the options and need for financing?
  Corporate networks and support organizations within a market area

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Kvaliteten på affärsplanen (individuellt arbete)
  Övriga inlämnade och godkända uppgifter
  Deltagandet i obligatoriska föreläsningar (not translated)

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  Person(s) in charge

  Veronika Bäckman

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Enligt lärarens anvisningar (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Närundervisning (föreläsningar)
  Övningar (hemuppgifter)
  Gästföreläsningar (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Inlämningsuppgifter
  Deltagande i lektionerna (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  01.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  02.12.2022 - 31.12.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE19DS-EK
  • BE19DA-EK

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Veronika Bäckman

  Responsible unit

  ÅboRaseborg (not translated)

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Inlämningsuppgift (affärsplan) som presenteras (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Oinlämnade uppgifter
  Deltagande i lektioner under 50% (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Alla uppgifter inlämnade dock bristfälliga eller inlämnade för sent
  Tillfredställande deltagande i lektionerna (50-70%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Alla uppgifter inlämnade i tid, små brister i uppgifterna
  Tillfredställande deltagande i lektionerna (50-70%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Alla uppgifter inlämnade i tid och väl utförda
  Högt (över 70%) och aktivt deltagande i lektionerna (not translated)

•   Statistics NM13UM02-3004 02.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE20DS-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the need for statistics as a tool for analyzing information
  - masters the most basic statistical concepts
  - understands the importance of a correct selection procedure in the collection of data
  - knows how to perform hypothesis testing
  - understands the importance of complying with the terms and conditions of statistical tests
  - has a good command of the most important statistical macros and functions of the spreadsheet program MS Excel and is familiar with the possibility of using real statistical software
  - knows how to interpret and present the results of an analysis

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is rquired

  Content of the study unit

  Variation - The foundation of statistics
  The purpose of statistical analysis
  Variables and sampling
  Parameters
  Descriptive statistics
  Statistical conclusion
  Common statistical tests

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Hemtent med inlämningsuppgifter
  Kvaliteten på inlämnade uppgifter
  Bedömning enligt skalan 1-5 (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Anvisas i Teams (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar - 30 h;
  Övningar - 24 h (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Kursen bedöms utgående från kurstenten och övningarna. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 01.01.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE20DS-E
  • BE20DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Kaj Hällfors

  Additional information

  Studeranden uppmanas inför kursen repetera tidigare grundläggande statistikkunskaper (Övning 0). (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Inga (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Inga (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Övningar som kan ge bonuspoäng till tenten
  Kurstent 21.2.2023. Omtagningar vid allmänna omtagningstillfällen. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Inga (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Jämnt under jan-feb (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  Inga (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Studerande har inte kunnat påvisa tillräckliga kunskaper för att uppfylla kursens kunskapsmål:
  - Den uppvisade kunskapsnivån uppfyller inte kursen fastställda inlärningsmål.
  - Icke godkänd prestation i tentamen/omtagningarna. (not translated)

•   Student Internship NOV18PRA14-3008 24.04.2023-16.06.2023  9 credits  (BE21DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student becomes acquainted with organizations and companies in the forest sector and learns to work in accordance with the conditions that apply in working life. The student also applies his achieved knowledge in practical work. The internships should not be too one-sided and they should mainly consist of supervisory and planning tasks.
  For the first internship planting trees and work with brush-saw are recommended.
  In the internships you should preferably have several different employers and get acquainted with different organizations and work phases.

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Work according to agreement with the host for internship.

  Further information

  No previous knowledge required

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Timing

  24.04.2023 - 16.06.2023

  Enrollment date range

  24.03.2023 - 23.04.2023

  • 9 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Student Internship 1 BE22PRA1S-3001 22.05.2023-16.06.2023  6 credits  (BE22DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student becomes acquainted with organizations and companies in the forest sector and learns to work in accordance with the conditions prevailing in working life and to apply their knowledge.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  For the first practice, work related to planting and tending seedling stands is recommended.
  Work according to agreement with internship values.

  Further information

  See separate description of internship, certain forms and models for Employment Agreement in different languages (Swedish, Finnish and English), introduced at special scheduled information events for students according to preparation for internship.

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  Person(s) in charge

  Johnny Sved

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  22.05.2023 - 16.06.2023

  Enrollment date range

  15.02.2023 - 21.05.2023

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Swedish RB22SV01-3002 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (ÖH22BIOS-LED, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  * can communicate coherently and in a professional manner both orally and in writing, in a work context
  * demonstrates appropriate knowledge of the process of academic writing and a correct use of references
  * can use different channels to retrieve information and compile reports according to the standard form and layout.
  
  Students with Finnish as prior educational language have to show such skills in the Swedish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that these students must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Swedish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Scientific writing in Swedish
  Oral and written presentation
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of quality education

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level.
  For passing, 50% of the exam points are required and that all exercises are passed.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  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.

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  Mode of delivery

  34% Face-to-face, 66% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Svenska skrivregler 2017 Svenska språknämnden. Fjärde upplagan. Stockholm: Liber
  Största delen av det studiematerial som behövs för kursen hittas i Moodle.
  En del av materialet för de olika temaområdena öppnas vartefter kursen framskrider.
  Tidtabell och kursprogram presenteras vid det första närstudietillfället. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  När- och distansstudier
  Individuella, par- och gruppvisa övningsuppgifter
  Muntliga presentationer
  Kurstent i Moodle (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Kursen bedöms med vitsordet 0-5.
  Deltenten bedöms med vitsordet 0-5. Fackuppsatsen och den muntliga presentationen bedöms vardera som underkänd, nöjaktig, god eller berömlig.
  Kursvitsordet påverkas även av den studerandes aktivitet och övriga kursprestationer.
  Studerande som fått sin skolbildning (grundskola åk 1-9 och/ eller gymnasium) på annat språk än svenska behöver (utöver kursvitsord i svenska) också få separata vitsord i både muntliga och skriftliga kunskaper i svenska. Kontakta kursansvarig ifråga om dessa. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH22BIOS-LED
  • ÖH22BEA-LED
  • BE22DA-E
  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Marika Rask

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering, Degree Programme in Construction Management, Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Share of online studies

  2 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Utvärdering av kurstent samt kursaktivitet, kursuppgifter och muntliga anföranden. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Deltent: vecka 46
  Presentationer: vecka 49
  
  Omtentamenstillfällen:
  Fre 20.1.2023 kl. 12-16
  Fre 10.2.2023 kl. 12-16
  Omtentamen kräver förhandsanmälan.
  
  Kursen ska avläggas med godkänt vitsord senast 15.5.2023
  Ogjorda kursuppgifter tas emot fram till 1.5.2023 eller enligt särskild överenskommelse med kursansvarig.
  Den studerande går om kursen vid ett senare tillfälle om alla de uppgifter som hör till kursen inte lämnats in eller om den studerande inte tillsammans med kursansvarig kommit överens om annat. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Lektioner 32 h
  Skriftliga uppgifter 20 h
  Muntliga presentationer 6 h
  Självstudier 14 h
  Kurstent 9 h (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Den studerande är underkänd i kursen om:
  - kurstenten är underkänd
  - kursuppgifter är ogjorda eller underkända och inte har lämnats in senast vid sista inlämningsdatum
  - den studerande inte har hållit de muntliga presentationer som hör till kursen
  - språket i den studerandes arbeten är mycket svagt och innehåller språk- och skrivfel vilka gör den studerandes texter svårbegripliga
  - källmaterial inte har använts och refererats till enligt anvisningar
  - den studerande enbart läser innantill vid muntliga presentationer
  - den studerande har knappt deltagit i kursen
  - den studerandes självständiga kursinsats är obetydlig. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  För vitsordet 1-2 krävs att:
  - kurstenten är godkänd och motsvarar vitsordet tillfredsställande kunskaper
  - alla kursuppgifter är gjorda och inlämnade senast vid sista inlämningsdatum
  - språket i den studerandes arbeten är begripligt men många språk- och skrivfel förekommer
  - källmaterial används och refereras till enligt givna anvisningar
  - den studerande inte läser innantill vid muntliga presentationer
  - den studerande deltar i liten omfattning i kursen
  - den studerandes självständiga kursinsats är liten. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  För vitsordet 3-4 krävs att:
  - kurstenten är godkänd och motsvarar vitsordet goda kunskaper
  - alla kursuppgifter är gjorda och inlämnade senast vid sista inlämningsdatum
  - språket i både tal och skrift är smidigt och gott, även om språkfel förekommer
  - layouten i den studerandes arbeten följer givna anvisningar
  - källmaterialet för uppgifterna används mångsidigt och väl, enstaka språkfel förekommer.
  - presentationerna är väl förberedda och framförandet gott
  - den studerande deltar aktivt i kursen
  - den studerande arbetar rätt självständigt men kan samarbeta, tar hänsyn till sina kurskamrater och utför sin del av arbetet också i grupp. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  För vitsordet 5 krävs att:
  - kurstenten är godkänd med ett mycket gott eller berömligt vitsord
  - alla kursuppgifter är gjorda och inlämnade senast vid sista inlämningsdatum
  - språket i både tal och skrift är nyanserat, smidigt och så gott som felfritt
  - layouten i arbetena följer givna anvisningar
  - källmaterialet för uppgifterna används på ett mångsidigt och korrekt sätt
  - presentationerna är väl förberedda och framförandet mycket gott
  - den studerande deltar aktivt i kursen
  - den studerande arbetar mycket aktivt och är alltid på plats i tid
  - den studerande arbetar självständigt men kan samarbeta, tar hänsyn till sina kurskamrater och utför sin del av arbetet också i grupp.
  - den studerande är innovativ och positiv. (not translated)

•   The supply of plant nutrients in soil BE16VGII01-3004 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can use applied calculation methods in relation to the supply of nutrients (fertiliser calculations)
  - knows the importance of plant nutrients that are bound to the soil and can use the amount of nutrients as a basis for fertilisation calculations
  - understands how different plant nutrients are bound to the soil and what factors contribute to their activation

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Plant nutrients: needs and management
  Calculating crop plant nutritional needs
  The significance of the plant's nutrient supply
  Soil biological and chemical reaction system
  In-depth understanding of the concept of cation exchange capacity and the factors that determine its extent
  Soil mapping
  Nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and sulfur: cycles, soil storage and mobilization
  Mycorrhizae
  
  Sustainable development in agriculture (bioeconomy) is an essential part of the course

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro under minst 80 % av föreläsningstillfällena, se även kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida
  Vitsordskala 0 - 5, minst 50 % av totalpoängen för godkänd / tillfredsställande nivå i tentamen (not translated)

  Further information

  Se kursens plan för förverkligande och kursens moodlesida (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Föreläsningsanteckningar, artiklar.
  Riesinger P 2006. Grunder för ekologisk odling. Del II, Växtnäring. Eget förlag. Karis. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar och diskussioner. Utförande av markkartering i fält och gårdsbesök. Studerandena utför seminariearbeten. Arbetssättet följer principerna av PBI, FUI och CDIO. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Seminariearbete.
  Nivån av uppnådd kunskap bedöms mha tentamen. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 28.08.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Vädertålig klädsel vid studiebesök. (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Inga. (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Provtagningsarbete i fält och gårdsbesök. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Tentamen inom schemalagd kurstid. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Enligt behov. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Studerandenas arbetstid omfattar 3*27 timmar = 81 timmar. Dessa timmar fördelar sig på närstudier (föreläsningar, provtagningar och gårdsbesök, 32 timmar), egna arbeten (seminariearbete och presentation (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar) och repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar). I kursen ingår arbete i fält och ett studiebesök. Arbetsinnehållet preciseras av den detaljerade kursbeskrivning som delas ut i samband med kursintroduktionen. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  - Växtnäringsämnen: behov och management
  - Tillvägagångssätt vid beräkning av grödans växtnäringsbehov
  - Betydelsen av markens växtnäringsförråd
  - Markens biologiska och kemiska reaktionssystem
  - Fördjupning i begreppet katjonbyteskapacitet och de faktorer som avgör dess omfattning
  - Markkartering
  - Kväve, fosfor, kalium och svavel: kretslopp, markförråd och mobilisering
  - Mykorrhiza (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Mindre än hälften av tentamenspoängen.
  Underkänt eller icke-inlämnat kursarbete.
  Frånvaro från studiebesök och laborationer.
  Frånvaro under mer än 20 % av föreläsningstillfällena. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av föreläsningstillfällena.
  Uppnått grundkunskap. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid föreläsningstillfällen.
  Uppnått grundkunskap och kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Intresse i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid föreläsningstillfällen.
  Kursarbetet präglas av förmågan att arbeta självständigt, kreativt och kritiskt.
  Uppnått grundkunskap, kunskap om praktiska tillämpningar, förmåga att själv tillämpa grundkunskap. (not translated)

•   Timber Production in Coastal Regions NM13SK09-3004 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  3 credits  (BE19DS-EK) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - is aware of regional differences in forestry in different parts of Swedish-speaking Finland
  - knows the methods and conditions for the cultivation of broadleaf and mixed forests
  - can identify the most important foreign tree species and their production conditions
  - can provide pruning advice
  - knows how different kinds of forest fertilisation methods can be used to raise or secure growth in a stock
  - can combine the production of timber with the production of wood energy and understands the impact on the balance of nutrition
  - can follow-up forest management work

  Prerequisites

  Forest regeneration
  Stand management

  Content of the study unit

  Cultivation of silver birch and curly birch
  Cultivation of alder, hybrid aspen and larch
  Production conditions for the most important exotic conifers
  Cultivation of noble leave trees
  Pests on ash and elm
  Revitalization fertilization
  Fertilization on peatlands
  Fertilization in connection with the extraction of energy wood
  Fertilization with helicopter

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Godkända arbeten
  Deltagande i studiebesök
  Litteraturtenten (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 28.08.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE19DS-EK

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Timber mensuration and storage NM13VA05-3004 01.01.2023-24.02.2023  3 credits  (BE21DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the importance of timber measurements as part of the procurement chain
  - knows the laws and regulations establishing the framework for measuring timber and wood fuel
  - knows methods used for measuring timber and wood fuel
  - can apply different methods for measuring timber and wood fuel
  - can store timber and wood fuel at different points of the procurement chain based on the property and freshness requirements for raw materials
  - can comply with the requirements of the Insect Protection Act concerning wood storage
  - knows methods used to extend the storage time of wood
  - knows the risks associated with timber and wood fuel storage
  - understands the importance of storage costs in the procurement chain

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  timber measurement as part of the timber procurement chain
  timber measurement act and regulation
  methods for measuring timber
  control of measuring instruments

  Further information

  På bedömingen inverkar:
  Godkänd tent
  Godkända projekt- och övningsarbeten
  Obligatorisk närvaro i terrängarbeten och studiebesök (not translated)

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  Person(s) in charge

  Bo Dahlin

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  01.01.2023 - 24.02.2023

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2022 - 31.12.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Bo Dahlin

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Timber trade NM13VA02-3004 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE21DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands how the market for timber and wood fuel works
  - knows laws and regulations governing the timber trade and can engage with key contractual issues
  - can explain the different stages of the timber trade
  - can conduct a tender process
  - understands the pricing of root forests as well as delivery costs and special timber
  - can set prices for timber and wood fuel

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  Phases in timber trade (practical timber trade)
  Legislation on timber trade
  Pricing of wood

  Further information

  På bedömningen inverkar:
  Godkänd tent
  Godkända projekt- och övningsarbeten
  Närvaro i obligatoriska delar i terrängarbeten och studiebesök (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Timber transport and logistics NM13VA04-3004 27.02.2023-28.04.2023  3 credits  (BE21DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the importance of logistics for the entire procurement chain
  - understands the importance of infrastructure for the Finnish forest industry
  - has basic knowledge of road construction
  - can plan maintenance and refurbishment of forest roads
  - knows methods used for remote transport of timber and wood fuel
  - can organise the transport of timber and wood fuel
  - understands the importance of information systems in transport management
  - understands how route optimisation is used to achieve cost savings
  - knows the legislation and agreements that set out the framework for transport in the forest industry
  - knows how tariffs for commercial transport are calculated
  - knows how to arrange transport using barges and ships

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is rquired

  Content of the study unit

  The basics of logistics
  Remote transport of industry and energy wood: trucks, trains, ships and barges and floating
  Timber hauling roads: where to build roads, the lay-out of a road, technical requirements, road maintenance

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.02.2023 - 28.04.2023

  Enrollment date range

  28.01.2023 - 26.02.2023

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Bo Dahlin

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Tractor techonology and agricultural machinery BE22OT30-3001 29.08.2022-23.10.2022  3 credits  (ÖH22BEA-LED, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can practically use and service tractors and common field machines
  - knows the most common field machines in the agricultural industries
  - has an understanding of cost-effective, safe and sustainable machine use
  - has an idea of future development opportunities of field machines

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  Theory part (physics and mechanics as well as rational, sustainable and safe machine use)
  Practical skill test / test in tractor handling
  Practical tractor handling exercises at the Västankvarn farm
  Practical farm work with emphasis on current field work at the Västankvarn farm
  Workshop exercises at the Västankvarn farm including tractor service
  Practically applied theory of tractor technology and field machines
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible consumption and production, Life on land and Climate action.

  Further information

  Because of no specific previous knowledge required in the course it´s necessary to introduce and start the course with a practical level examination and skill test in tractor driving and handling for all participants (students)
  
  The result of the practical examination, in the beginning of the course, is an important base for further small group division and practical training

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Course references and study material on the moodle site.
  Main course reference: Neuman L., & Sörkvist L., Fältmaskiner i lantbruket - från bearbetning till skörd, 2020, L & L:s förlag.

  Learning methods

  Lectures
  Practical training

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Practical tractor driving test, grade approved or failed
  Written exam, grade 0 - 5

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  29.08.2022 - 23.10.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 02.09.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH22BEA-LED
  • BE22DA-E

  Seats

  5 - 30

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Practical training at Västankvarn Farm in Inkoo.

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Practical tractor driving level test and practical training at Västankvarn 6th of September at 8:30 - 11:45.
  Written exam 17th of October at 8:30 - 11:45

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / credit, totally 81 h.

  Assessment criteria

  Failed tractor driving level test and/or failed written exam

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Approved tractor driving level test and fulfillment of course learning objectives on an acceptable level.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Approved tractor driving level test and fulfillment of course learning objectives on a good level.

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Approved tractor driving level test and fulfillment of course learning objectives on an excellent level.

•   Wood Harvesting NM13VA03-3004 24.10.2022-18.12.2022  3 credits  (BE21DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can plan wood harvesting sites based on terrain, buoyancy and water conservation
  - can take into account cultural monuments, archaeological remains, natural habitats and threatened species
  - can take into account certification criteria for timber and logging
  - knows the methods used to harvest timber and wood fuel
  - can plan and lead logging
  - knows how the harvesting of windthrown timber is carried out
  - can plan the storage of timber and wood fuel at remote transport hubs
  - understands the cost structure of logging
  - has experience of occupational safety and contractual matters
  - knows how salaries are calculated for forest workers and machine operators
  - is aware of different types of entrepreneurship related to logging
  - can carry out logging audits

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge is required

  Content of the study unit

  Planning of wood harvesting
  Methods to harvest wood
  Quality assessment of wood harvesting operations
  Legal agreements, contracts, responsibilities and occupational safety in wood harvesting
  Organizing wood harvest operations

  Further information

  På bedömingen inverkar:
  Godkänd tent
  Godkända övningsarbeten
  Godkänt projektarbete
  Obligatorisk närvaro i terrängarbeten och studiebesök (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2022 - 18.12.2022

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2022 - 23.10.2022

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  Assessment scale

  H-5