Academic year 2024 - 2025

•   Anatomy and physiology BE22DJ40-3003 28.10.2024-22.12.2024  4 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  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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  Mode of delivery

  25% Face-to-face, 75% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Enligt lärarens anvisning på Moodle. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar, individuellt arbete, grupparbete och självstudier (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Kursen består av två deltenter och båda tenterna måste vara godkända för godkänd kurs.
  Individuella uppgifter och gruppuppgifter som ingår inlämnas enligt angiven tidtabell. Uppgifterna ska vara godkända för att kursen som helhet är godkänd. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.10.2024 - 22.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 03.11.2024

  • 4 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Jenny Finnholm, Johnny Sved, Lars Fridefors, Christel Holmlund-Norrén

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Share of online studies

  3 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Två deltenter. Tiderna publiceras på Moodle. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / sp (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  I kursen behandlas följande:
  1. Djurcellen, cellens organeller och funtkion, proteinsyntesen. Cellandningen
  2. Kroppens olika vävnader och funktioner
  3. Skelett och muskulatur för våra produktionsdjur
  4. Andningsorgan och blodomlopp för däggdjur och fåglar. Temperaturregleringen.
  5. Nervsystem och endokrina och exokrina organ.
  6. Fåglarnas anatomi och fysiologi
  7. Hästens matsmältningssystem
  8. Hästens fortplantningssystem
  9. Idisslarens matsmältningssystem
  10. Idisslarens fortplantning
  11. Svinets matsmältningssystem
  12. Svinets fortplantning (not translated)

•   Anatomy and physiology BE22DJ40-3004 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  4 credits  (BE24DA-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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning methods

  I kursen tas det upp följande:
  1. Djurcellen, cellens organeller och funtkion, Proteinsyntesen. Cellandningen
  2. Kroppens olika vävnader och funktioner
  3. Skelett och muskulatur för våra produktionsdjur
  4. Andningsorgan och blodomlopp för däggdjur och fåglar. Temperaturregleringen.
  5. Nervsystem och endokrina och exokrina organ.
  6. Fåglarnas anatomi och fysiologi
  7. Hästens matsmältningssystem
  8. Hästens fortplantningssystem
  9. Idisslarens matsmältningssystem
  10. Idisslarens fortplantning
  11. Svinets matsmältningssystem
  12. Svinets fortplantning
  
  Kursen tentas i två deltenter och båda tenterna måste vara godkända för att kursens tentdel i sin heleht är godkänd.
  De i kursen krävda uppgifter ska också vara inlämnade och godkända för att kursen ska kunna godkännas.
  
  Allt material diskuteras och vinkar om passlig litteratur, länkar osv ges under kursen. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 4 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Ida Vikars

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Animal Husbandry in Finland BE22DJ10-3004 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE24DA-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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Josefin Norrback

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Applied cultivation technology in the field BE22OT40-3002 28.04.2025-31.07.2025  3 credits  (BE23DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows different fertilization strategies and associated technology
  - can identify spring-growing weeds in the field
  - understands the importance of cultivation experiments to develop plant cultivation in Finland
  - knows the Finnish coastal region's conditions for agriculture
  - knows the agricultural infrastructure and specifics of the Finnish coastal region

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Regional excursion
  Study visit to the Center for Sugar Beet Research
  Study visits to fertilization and plant protection experiments
  SPAD diagnosis in cereals
  Plant Protection Day with business representatives
  Field studies
  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

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

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Egna anteckningar. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Studiebesök (gårds- och fältstudier). Arbetssättet följer principerna av PBI, FUI och CDIO. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Deltagande och tentamen. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.04.2025 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 04.05.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger, Lars Fridefors

  Additional information

  Förkunskapskrav motsvarande kurserna:
  Odlingsjordar och jordbearbetning
  Marklära och markvård
  Markens växtnäringsförråd
  Mineralgödsel
  Organisk gödsel
  Odlingsmarkens vattenhushållning (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

  Företagsbesök. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Ogrästentamen i samband med kursen. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Vid 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 (22 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar), repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar) samt tentamen (2 timmar). I kursen ingår studiebesök. Arbetsinnehållet preciseras av den detaljerade kursbeskrivning som delas ut i samband med kursintroduktionen. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  Kursinnehåll
  (Paul Riesinger)
  - Dag 1: Gårdsbesök.
  - Dag 2: SPAD-diagnos i spannmål. Växtskyddsdag med representant från näringslivet, med anslutande tentamen i ogräskännedom (Västankvarn).
  
  (Lars Fridefors)
  - Besök till Centralen för sockerbetsforskning (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

  Deltagande och godkänd tentamen/Uteblivet deltagande och underkänd tentamen. (not translated)

•   Applied cultivation technology in the field BE22OT40-3003 28.04.2025-31.07.2025  3 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows different fertilization strategies and associated technology
  - can identify spring-growing weeds in the field
  - understands the importance of cultivation experiments to develop plant cultivation in Finland
  - knows the Finnish coastal region's conditions for agriculture
  - knows the agricultural infrastructure and specifics of the Finnish coastal region

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Regional excursion
  Study visit to the Center for Sugar Beet Research
  Study visits to fertilization and plant protection experiments
  SPAD diagnosis in cereals
  Plant Protection Day with business representatives
  Field studies
  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

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

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Egna anteckningar. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Studiebesök (gårds- och fältstudier). Arbetssättet följer principerna av PBI, FUI och CDIO. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Förkunskapskrav motsvarande kurserna:
  Odlingsjordar och jordbearbetning
  Marklära och markvård
  Markens växtnäringsförråd
  Mineralgödsel
  Organisk gödsel
  Odlingsmarkens vattenhushållning
  
  Deltagande och tentamen. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.04.2025 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 04.05.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Lars Fridefors

  Additional information

  Vädertålig klädsel samt anteckningsmaterial vid fältarbete och studiebesök. (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

  Företagsbesök. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Ogrästentamen i samband med kursen. (not translated)

  Internationa connections

  Vid 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 studiebesök. Arbetsinnehållet preciseras av den detaljerade kursbeskrivning som delas ut i samband med kursintroduktionen. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  Kursinnehåll
  (Paul Riesinger)
  - Dag 1: Gårdsbesök.
  - Dag 2: SPAD-diagnos i spannmål. Växtskyddsdag med representant från näringslivet, med anslutande tentamen i ogräskännedom (Västankvarn).
  
  (Lars Fridefors)
  - Besök till Centralen för sockerbetsforskning (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

  Deltagande och godkänd tentamen/Uteblivet deltagande och underkänd tentamen. (not translated)

•   Arable soils and soil cultivation BE22OT10-3003 28.10.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (BE24DA-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

  Anges i den detaljerade kursplanen. (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

  28.10.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 27.10.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-E

  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

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Enligt validering. (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 gemensamma arbetstillfällen (30 timmar), egna arbeten (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar), repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar) samt tentamen (2 timmar). I kursen ingår studiebesök. Arbetsinnehållet preciseras av den detaljerade kursbeskrivning som delas ut i samband med kursintroduktionen. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  - Avkastningsbildande faktorer
  - Geologi
  - 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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av föreläsningstillfällena.
  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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av föreläsningstillfällena.
  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)

•   Arable soils and soil cultivation BE22OT10-3004 04.09.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  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

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

  Learning material

  Se kursens moodlesida. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Fältstudier och exkursioner
  Projektarbeten
  Föreläsningar (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  04.09.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 11.09.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Seats

  5 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Share of online studies

  2 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Se kursens moodlesida. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Tentamen den 29.11 2024 kl. 8:30 - 11:30 i rum B117 i Novias campus Alere i Vasa. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / sp, totalt 81 h. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  Period 1-2, hösten 2024. (not translated)

•   Basics of Plant Protection BE22VG30-3003 28.04.2025-31.07.2025  3 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  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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  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

  28.04.2025 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 04.05.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Lars Fridefors

  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)

•   Basics of Plant Protection BE22VG30-3004 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (BE24DA-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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Enligt anvisning. (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

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-E
  • ÖH24BEA-LED-R

  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, 26 timmar), egna arbeten (seminariearbete och presentation (24 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 (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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  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 BE22BE30-3001 02.09.2024-25.10.2024  3 credits  (BE22DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - has a basic understanding of bioeconomy and its importance
  - understands the importance and importance of circular economy in bioeconomy
  - can plan, implement, evaluate and report on a development project in bioeconomy.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Project Management
  Bioeconomy
  Circular economy
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, primarily 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

  Learning material

  Se kursens moodlesida. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Projektarbete
  Föreläsningar
  Exkursioner (not translated)

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  02.09.2024 - 25.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 01.09.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E
  • BE22DS-E

  Seats

  5 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Se kursens moodlesida. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Seminarium med muntliga projektpresentationer den 17.12 kl. 12:30 - 16 i rum B273. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / sp, totalt 81 h (not translated)

•   Bioenergy BE22BE40-3001 28.04.2025-31.07.2025  3 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - is familiar with EU:s and Finlands energy strategies
  - knows the role and potential of bio-energy in Finland
  - can make a course assessment of carbon-dioxide emissions for different forms of energy
  - is familiar with different raw materials for bio-energy and can assess their abundance
  - knows that quality requirements for raw materials depend on how the will be refined to energy
  - is familiar with ways to arrange energy supply taking alternative systems and locally produced energy into account
  - knows how to make economic calculations in order to determine the profitability of energy-saving measures, production and the use of renewable energy

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  The energy strategies of EU and Finland
  The impact on the climate from energy production
  Solid biofuels, liquid biofuels and biogas
  Different raw-materials for bioenergy and how to produce them in a sustainable way
  Quality requirements for the fuel to different types of biofuelled power-plants
  Profitability calculations for energy 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

  To be announced in Moodle.

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.04.2025 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 04.05.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES
  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Brushing Techniques BE22SG30-3003 02.09.2024-25.10.2024  3 credits  (ÖH24BES-LED-R, ...) +-
  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

  02.09.2024 - 25.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 01.09.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BES-LED-R
  • BE24DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Ulf Nyholm

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Business Project BE22SE40-3001 28.10.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (BE22DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - has the ability to discover and take advantage of financial opportunities in various activities
  - has the ability to develop ideas and the ability to realize ideas together with customers
  - knows different company forms and their advantages and disadvantages
  - can apply knowledge in marketing, sales and financial follow-up.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisities

  Content of the study unit

  Time planning and budgeting of the project
  Marketing of the business
  Negotiations and settlement of cooperation agreements with other actors
  Project documentation
  Financial accounting using double-entry bookkeeping
  Company forms in Finland
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Decent work and economic growth

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.10.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 27.10.2024

  • 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

•   Business Project BE22SE40-3003 28.04.2025-22.06.2025  3 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - has the ability to discover and take advantage of financial opportunities in various activities
  - has the ability to develop ideas and the ability to realize ideas together with customers
  - knows different company forms and their advantages and disadvantages
  - can apply knowledge in marketing, sales and financial follow-up.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisities

  Content of the study unit

  Time planning and budgeting of the project
  Marketing of the business
  Negotiations and settlement of cooperation agreements with other actors
  Project documentation
  Financial accounting using double-entry bookkeeping
  Company forms in Finland
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Decent work and economic growth

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.04.2025 - 22.06.2025

  Enrollment date range

  03.12.2024 - 04.05.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Anders Hjortman, Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Coarse Feed NM13VP03-3003 28.08.2024-20.10.2024  3 credits  (BE21DA-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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  Person(s) in charge

  Paul Riesinger

  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

  Timing

  28.08.2024 - 20.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  29.07.2023 - 27.08.2023

  • 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

  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 gemensamma arbetstillfällen (30 timmar), egna arbeten (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar), repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar) samt tentamen (2 timmar). I kursen ingår 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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av föreläsningstillfällena.
  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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av föreläsningstillfällena.
  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)

•   Coarse Feed BE22VO10-3001 28.10.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (BE21DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the production biology of the grass plants
  - can take into account the biological properties and plant factors of the species when designing cultivation techniques
  - knows parameters that describe feed quality and can take them into account when designing animal feed production

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Cultivation of roughage in Finland
  Roughage plants: plant species and production biology
  Roughage: quality parameters
  Perennial grassland: co-cultivation, establishment, fertilization and plant protection
  Perennial grass: endurance, supplementary sowing and grass renovation
  Crops for green fodder and whole grain silage
  Pasture management
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible production, ecosystems and biodiversity as well as 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

  Anvisas under kursens gång. (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

  Seminariearbete och tentamen.
  
  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av föreläsningstillfällena. Intresset i ämnet uttrycker sig i aktivt deltagande i diskussioner vid föreläsningstillfällen. Förmågan att arbeta självständigt, kreativt och kritiskt förväntas prägla seminariearbetet. Nivån av uppnådd kunskap bedöms mha tentamen. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.10.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 27.10.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E
  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Förkunskapskrav: första och andra studieårets kurser i växtodling.
  
  Passande klädsel vid exkursioner. (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

  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 möjlighet. (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

  - Grovfoderodling i Nordeuropa och Finland
  - Produktionsbiologi vallgräs och vallbaljväxter
  - Parameter för foderkvaliteten
  - Samodling (blandvallar)
  - Odlingsteknik (etablering, gödsling, växtskydd)
  - Kompletteringssådd och renovering
  - Grönfoder
  - Betesdrift
  
  Hållbar utveckling inom lantbruket (bioekonomi) utgör en väsentlig del av kursen. (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)

•   Community Planning BE22BE10-3001 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (BE22DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the need for community planning
  - is familiar with the Finnish planning system
  - is familiar with the legislation on community planning
  - know the content of the various plans (landscape, general, detailed plans) and their legal effects
  - knows stakeholders' opportunities for participation in the planning process.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Community planning at different levels
  Land Use and Building Act to affected parts
  The planning process and consultation of stakeholders
  The impact of community plans on forestry and agricultural entrepreneurship
  Permit for environmental work
  Permit processes related to construction
  Examples from different provinces and municipalities
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Sustainable cities and communities

  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

  To be announced in Moodle.

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 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

•   Crop Production in Finland BE22VG10-3003 02.09.2024-20.12.2024  3 credits  (BE24DA-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

  02.09.2024 - 20.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 01.09.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

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

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Inga. (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Gårds- och fältbesök. Inventerings- och provtagningsarbete. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Deltagande vid gårdsbesök och övningar i fält. (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 gemensamma arbetstillfällen (30 timmar), egna arbeten (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar), repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar) samt tentamen (2 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

  Frånvaro överstigande 20 % av den schemalagda tiden. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

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

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

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

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

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

  Approved / Failed

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

•   Crop Production in Finland BE22VG10-3004 21.08.2024-11.11.2024  3 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  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

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

  Learning material

  Se kursens moodlesida. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar
  Fältstudier
  Projekt- och inlämningsuppgifter (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Bedömda inlämningsuppgifter
  Projektuppgifter med skriftlig rapportering och muntlig presentation
  Rapporter från exkursioner, fältstudier och studiebesök
  Aktivt kursdeltagande (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  21.08.2024 - 11.11.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 01.09.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Seats

  5 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  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

  Valideringsgrunder:
  Landsbygdsföretagarexamen samt mångårigt växtodlingsföretagande i egen regi styrkt av examensbetyg samt intyg från landsbygdssekreterare.
  Landsbygdsföretagarexamen samt ansvar för växtodling vid skollägenhet eller växtodlingsundervisning i andra stadiet styrkt avexamensbetyg samt arbetsintyg.
  Landsbygdsföretagarexamen samt ansvar för växtodling på en gård som förvaltare eller driftsledare styrkt av examensbetyg samt arbetsintyg. (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Växtodlingsgårdar i Österbotten och växtodlingsrådgivning inom ProAgria, se närmare information på kursens moodlesida. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Bedömda individuella inlämningsuppgifter i moodle som lämnas in senast den 11.11.2024 kl. 21.00. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / sp, totalt 81 h (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  Period 1, hösten 2024 (Observera kursstart den 23.8 2024, vecka 34) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Underkänd studieprestation på basen av underkända inlämningsuppgifter, underkända projektupppgifter eller underkänt kursdeltagagande. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  För en godkänd studieprestation på nöjaktig nivå fodras godkända inlämningsuppgifter och godkända projektupppgifter samt ett godkänt kursdeltagade. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  För en god - synnerligen god studieprestation fodras bedömda inlämningsuppgifter på god nivå, projektupppgifter på god nivå samt godkänt kursdeltagagande. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  För en berömlig studieprestation fodras resultat på berömlig nivå för bedömda inlämningsupppgifter, utförda projektuppgifter på berömlig nivå samt godkänt kursdeltagagande. (not translated)

•   Crop cultivation in the field VALBE25VO01-3001 01.05.2025-31.07.2026  2 credits  (BE23DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  Knows diversity in circumstances for crop cultivation in different parts of Finland

  Prerequisites

  Basics in crop cultivation

  Content of the study unit

  Field visits

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  01.05.2025 - 31.07.2026

  Enrollment date range

  21.03.2025 - 30.04.2025

  • 2 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Cultivation systems and crop rotation BE22HV10-3001 27.01.2025-23.03.2025  3 credits  (BE22DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the effects of different cultivation systems and crop rotation
  - can optimize their crop production based on a rational and sustainable crop rotation planning
  - can use digital tools for cultivation planning.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Cultivation
  Production planning, cultivation planning and crop rotation
  Significance of crop rotation and planning of crop rotation
  Plant nutrient balance at plant succession level
  Computer-aided cultivation planning
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible production, ecosystems and biodiversity as well as 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

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  27.01.2025 - 23.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Anna Lemström

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Dendrology BE22FS20-3002 02.09.2024-25.10.2024  5 credits  (BE23DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can identify the native trees and the most common shrubs
  - knows the habitat requirements of native tree species
  - can identify the most important foreign tree species and know their production conditions in Finland
  - knows the plant physiology of the trees

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Identification of native tree species and shrubs regardless of season
  Identification of foreign tree species
  The names of native tree species in Swedish, Finnish and their scientific names, the names of foreign species in Swedish and their scientific names
  Habitat requirements of trees
  Basic plant physiology and anatomy
  The importance of nutrients for plant functions
  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

  02.09.2024 - 25.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 01.09.2024

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Romi Rancken, Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Dendrology BE22FS20-3003 02.09.2024-31.12.2024  5 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can identify the native trees and the most common shrubs
  - knows the habitat requirements of native tree species
  - can identify the most important foreign tree species and know their production conditions in Finland
  - knows the plant physiology of the trees

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Identification of native tree species and shrubs regardless of season
  Identification of foreign tree species
  The names of native tree species in Swedish, Finnish and their scientific names, the names of foreign species in Swedish and their scientific names
  Habitat requirements of trees
  Basic plant physiology and anatomy
  The importance of nutrients for plant functions
  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

  02.09.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 31.08.2024

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Christel Holmlund-Norrén, Romi Rancken, Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Ecology BE22ED10-3004 06.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE24DA-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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  06.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  07.12.2024 - 05.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-E
  • BE24DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Economics in Forestry BE22SE10-3001 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE22DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the concepts of capital and interest
  - knows methods for comparing the economics of different silvicultural measures
  - understands the difference between production and economic return
  - understand the economic principles of forest management recommendations
  - can determine the economically optimal cycle time of a forest stand
  - can assess the profitability of acquiring various fixed assets
  - is aware of forestry taxation.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  The concept of interest
  Profitability
  Cash flow analysis
  Investment calculations
  Simulation of a forest stand's development and cash flows
  Forest taxation
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Decent work and economic growth

  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

  To be announced in Moodle.

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 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

•   English RB22EN01-3006 21.10.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (BE24DS-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/Online 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 and approved written assignments.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  21.10.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 20.10.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DS-E
  • BE23DA-E

  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

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

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

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  The students will hand in assignments during the course. The written exam takes place in week 51 and the re-exams will take place in spring 2025.

  Internationa connections

  Exchange students will attend the course.

  Student's schedule and workload

  The course comprises a total of 81 hours, 24 hours of which will be contact lessons. The students are expected to work 57 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 RB22EN01-3007 02.09.2024-25.10.2024  3 credits  (BYS22D-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/Online 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 and approved written assignments.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  02.09.2024 - 25.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 08.09.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BYS22D-E
  • BYB22D-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Maria Engberg

  Additional information

  N/A

  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

  There will be a written examination in week 44 and the students will be handing 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 in week 43 and the re-exams will take place in spring 2024.

  Internationa connections

  N/A

  Student's schedule and workload

  The course comprises a total of 81 hours, 24 hours of which will be contact lessons. The students are expected to work 57 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.

•   Equine Management BE22HH10-3001 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE22DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows what a well-functioning riding and trotting horse keeping requires regarding the animals' care, environment and feeding
  - understand the factors that affect the profitability of horse breeding
  - can take into account requirements from authorities and stakeholders.

  Prerequisites

  No prereguisites.

  Content of the study unit

  The general conditions of horse keeping
  Historical development of horse breeding in Finland
  Different forms of horse keeping and breeding
  Competition activities, riding and trotting, jumping and dressage, field competition
  Feeding, feed state calculations
  Horse care and the horse operator's versatile tasks
  Exercise physiology, different exercise methods in
  The horse's natural behavior
  Riding and trotting horses' requirements for their surroundings, design of horse facilities and stable environments with consideration for sustainability, animal health and well-being
  Factors that affect the profitability of horse breeding
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible consumption and production as well as 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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  To be announced in Moodle.

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Maria Kulmala

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Farm Internship 1 BE22GP10-3004 28.04.2025-31.07.2025  6 credits  (BE24DA-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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  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

  28.04.2025 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 04.05.2025

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-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 28.4 - 22.8.2025. (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 BE22GP20-3004 28.04.2025-31.07.2025  6 credits  (BE24DA-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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.04.2025 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 04.05.2025

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Feeding of Pigs, Horses and Poultry BE22EM10-3001 02.09.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (BE22DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the nutritional and energy needs of monogastric animals
  - understands the nutritional and energy content of different feed materials
  - can plan the feeding of monogastric animals considering feed digestion and make feed states

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Basics in animal care with a focus on feeding, feed needs and deficiency symptoms
  Interaction between different feed components, feed states and feeding calculations
  Feed calculation aids available on the market
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals 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

  02.09.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 15.11.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E
  • BE23DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Feedstuff Preservation BE22VO20-3001 28.10.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (BE21DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can plan harvesting, feed preparation, preservation and storage of roughage, cereals and legumes
  - knows about growing and preserving maize

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  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
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible production, ecosystems and biodiversity as well as 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

  Anges i den detaljerade kursplanen. (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. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.10.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 27.10.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E
  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Vädertålig klädsel samt anteckningsmaterial vid fältarbete och 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

  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

  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 gemensamma arbetstillfällen (30 timmar), egna arbeten (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar), repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar) samt tentamen (2 timmar). I kursen ingår 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

  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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  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)

•   Felling techniques BE22ST10-3004 06.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE24DS-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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  06.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.10.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Ulf Nyholm

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Financial management and accounting BE22FE10-3002 28.10.2024-28.02.2025  6 credits  (BE23DS-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  -is familiar with the overall purpose of financial management
  -is familiar with the most important legislation regarding accounting and financial management
  -knows the meaning of good accounting ethics
  -is familiar with the basics of single-entry and double-entry bookkeeping
  -is familiar with different types of taxing
  -is familiar with the requirements for tax accounting and tax declaration
  -is familiar with risk management in companies
  -can draw up an appropriate budget for a business

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Basics of accounting according to the Accounting Act and current tax laws:
  - Ethics of Accounting
  - Basics of double-entry accounting
  - Notification and payment of VAT, employer performance and statutory insurance
  - The financial statements (balance sheet and profit and loss statement) related to income taxation
  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 in business operations
  - Exercise in budgeting and calculation
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of decent work and economic growth

  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

  Enligt lärarens anvisningar (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Närundervisning
  Inlämningsuppgifter
  Tentamina (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Deltagande i lektioner
  Inlämningsuppgifter GK/UK
  Tentamen bedöms med vitsord (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.10.2024 - 28.02.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 27.10.2024

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DS-E
  • BE23DA-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

  Mellantentamen i slutet av P2
  Sluttentamen i slutet av P3 (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Antal poäng i tentamen under 50%
  Deltagande i lektioner under 50%
  Oinlämnade eller icke godkända uppgifter (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Antal poäng i tentamen 50-70%
  Deltagande i lektioner åtminstone 50%
  Sen inlämnade uppgifter men godkända (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Antal poäng i tentamen 70-90%
  Deltagande i de flesta lektioner
  Uppgifter inlämnade i tid och godkända (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Antal poäng i tentamen 90-100%
  Aktivt deltagande i de flesta lektioner
  Uppgifter inlämnade i tid och godkända (not translated)

•   Financial management and accounting BE22FE10-3003 28.10.2024-02.03.2025  6 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  -is familiar with the overall purpose of financial management
  -is familiar with the most important legislation regarding accounting and financial management
  -knows the meaning of good accounting ethics
  -is familiar with the basics of single-entry and double-entry bookkeeping
  -is familiar with different types of taxing
  -is familiar with the requirements for tax accounting and tax declaration
  -is familiar with risk management in companies
  -can draw up an appropriate budget for a business

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Basics of accounting according to the Accounting Act and current tax laws:
  - Ethics of Accounting
  - Basics of double-entry accounting
  - Notification and payment of VAT, employer performance and statutory insurance
  - The financial statements (balance sheet and profit and loss statement) related to income taxation
  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 in business operations
  - Exercise in budgeting and calculation
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of decent work and economic growth

  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

  Enligt lärarens anvisningar (not translated)

  Learning methods

  När- och distansundervisning
  Inlämningsuppgifter
  Tentamen (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Tentamen bedöms med vitsord
  Obligatoriska uppgifter GK/UK (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.10.2024 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 03.11.2024

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES
  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Christel Holmlund-Norrén, Veronika Bäckman

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Mellantentamen i slutet av P2
  Sluttentamen i slutet av P3 (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Närundervisning och tentamen: ca 20%
  Inlämningsuppgifter: ca 30%
  Egna studier (förberedelse för tentamen): ca 50% (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Antal poäng i tentamen under 50%
  Oinlämnade eller icke godkända obligatoriska uppgifter (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Antal poäng i tentamen 50-70%
  Sen inlämnade obligatoriska uppgifter men godkända (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Antal poäng i tentamen 70-90%
  Obligatoriska uppgifter inlämnade i tid och godkända (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Antal poäng i tentamen 90-100%
  Obligatoriska uppgifter inlämnade i tid och godkända (not translated)

•   Finnish RB22FI01-3012 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (BE24DA-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

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  11.12.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-E
  • BE24DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johanna Wide

  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 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-C1
  Klarar sig mycket bra i allmänna yrkesmässiga och branschspecifika språksituationer. Använder språket smidigt och mångsidigt.
  Uttrycker sig tydligt enligt situationens krav. (not translated)

•   Finnish RB22FI01-3010 03.03.2025-25.04.2025  3 credits  (BYB24D-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

  03.03.2025 - 25.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  01.12.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BYB24D-E
  • BYS24D-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Mats Lindholm, Johanna Wide

  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

  Campus

  Ekenäs, Raseborgsvägen 9

  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-C1
  Klarar sig mycket bra i allmänna yrkesmässiga och branschspecifika språksituationer. Använder språket smidigt och mångsidigt.
  Uttrycker sig tydligt enligt situationens krav. (not translated)

•   Forest Damages and Environmental Consideration BE22FS50-3003 28.04.2025-25.05.2025  3 credits  (BE24DS-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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.04.2025 - 25.05.2025

  Enrollment date range

  06.02.2025 - 04.05.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest Damages and Environmental Consideration BE22FS50-3004 28.04.2025-22.06.2025  3 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES, ...) +-
  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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.04.2025 - 22.06.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 04.05.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest Machinery I BE22ST20-3002 28.04.2025-31.07.2025  3 credits +-
  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 prerequisites.

  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
  Operating forest machines
  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

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.04.2025 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment date range

  02.12.2024 - 04.05.2025

  • 3 credits

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Bio Ekonomi

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest Machinery I BE22ST20-3003 28.04.2025-22.06.2025  3 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES, ...) +-
  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 prerequisites.

  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
  Operating forest machines
  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 methods

  Föreläsningar och praktiska maskinövningar med skördare och skotare i smågrupper. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.04.2025 - 22.06.2025

  Enrollment date range

  12.11.2024 - 31.12.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V

  Small group(s)

  • Week 21 morning (Size: 8. Open university: 0.)
  • Week 22 morning (Size: 8. Open university: 0.)
  • Week 21 evening (Size: 8. Open university: 0.)
  • Week 22 evening (Size: 8. Open university: 0.)

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Christel Holmlund-Norrén

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Student's schedule and workload

  1 sp är 27 h studier. (not translated)

•   Forest Mensuration 1 BE22SI10-3004 02.09.2024-25.10.2024  3 credits  (ÖH24BES-LED-R, ...) +-
  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

  02.09.2024 - 25.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 15.09.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BES-LED-R
  • BE24DS-E
  • BE23DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest Mensuration 2 BE22SI20-3002 28.10.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (BE23DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can measure growth on individual trees and stands
  - can perform a stem analysis and present and interpret the results
  - knows the advantages and disadvantages of different inventory methods
  - can plan and carry out a line inventory in a seedling stand

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Comparisons between measurement methods
  Growth concept, growth measurement on individual trees and at stand level
  Stem analysis: Measurements, calculations and interpretation of results
  Advantages and disadvantages of different inventory methods
  Line inventory in plant forests
  Impact of sources of error on results
  Measurements of forest skills track or participation in such can be included in the course
  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

  28.10.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 27.10.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest Mensuration 2 BE22SI20-3003 19.08.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can measure growth on individual trees and stands
  - can perform a stem analysis and present and interpret the results
  - knows the advantages and disadvantages of different inventory methods
  - can plan and carry out a line inventory in a seedling stand

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Comparisons between measurement methods
  Growth concept, growth measurement on individual trees and at stand level
  Stem analysis: Measurements, calculations and interpretation of results
  Advantages and disadvantages of different inventory methods
  Line inventory in plant forests
  Impact of sources of error on results
  Measurements of forest skills track or participation in such can be included in the course
  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

  19.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 31.08.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest Site Types and Peat Land Types BE22FS10-3004 02.09.2024-25.10.2024  4 credits  (BE24DS-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, obligatoriska fältstudier, portfolio och obligatoriska övningar. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Uppvisade fältkunskaper och närvaro 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

  02.09.2024 - 25.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 15.09.2024

  • 4 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DS-E
  • BE23DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre, 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)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Inlämning av en portfolio. (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 BE22FS40-3001 02.09.2024-25.10.2024  3 credits  (BE22DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the background to and developments in forest nature conservation
  - can identify habitats of special importance according to the Forest Act
  - can identify the forested protected habitat types of the Nature Conservation Act and other habitats that are important for biodiversity
  - can describe methods for securing the biodiversity in commercial forests
  - knows the approach to the consideration of endangered species
  - can identify permanent archaeological remains in forests

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Why do we need forest nature conservation?
  Different levels of forest conservation
  Important structural features for biodiversity
  Habitats of special importance of the Forest Act
  Forested protected habitat types of the Nature Conservation Act
  Habitats conserved according to forest certification
  Identification of habitats
  The consideration of individual endangered species
  Permanent archaeological remains
  Evaluation of the quality of nature conservation
  Nature conservation criteria in different forest certification systems
  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

  02.09.2024 - 25.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 15.09.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Ragnar Höckerstedt

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest and Nature Conservation BE22FS40-3003 03.03.2025-22.06.2025  3 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the background to and developments in forest nature conservation
  - can identify habitats of special importance according to the Forest Act
  - can identify the forested protected habitat types of the Nature Conservation Act and other habitats that are important for biodiversity
  - can describe methods for securing the biodiversity in commercial forests
  - knows the approach to the consideration of endangered species
  - can identify permanent archaeological remains in forests

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Why do we need forest nature conservation?
  Different levels of forest conservation
  Important structural features for biodiversity
  Habitats of special importance of the Forest Act
  Forested protected habitat types of the Nature Conservation Act
  Habitats conserved according to forest certification
  Identification of habitats
  The consideration of individual endangered species
  Permanent archaeological remains
  Evaluation of the quality of nature conservation
  Nature conservation criteria in different forest certification systems
  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

  03.03.2025 - 22.06.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Anders Hjortman, Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest regeneration BE22SG20-3004 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (BE24DS-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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  01.01.2025 - 09.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Forest regeneration BE22SG10-3004 03.03.2025-31.07.2025  3 credits  (BE24DS-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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DS-E
  • BE23DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   GIS Analysis BE22NF50-3002 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE23DS-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 prerequisites.

  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

  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

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  02.12.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Patrik Byholm

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   GIS Analysis BE22NF50-3003 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES, ...) +-
  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 prerequisites.

  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

  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

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  Webexlektionerna bandas och läggs upp i Moodle. Material i form av länkar och hemuppgifter sätts också in i Moodle. Som bredvidläsningsmaterial för den intresserade rekommenderas boken Geografisk informationsbehandling - Teori, metoder och tillämpningar. Lars Harrie (red.) 2020. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Undervisningen sker virtuellt via Webex. Dessutom används förhandsproducerade undervisningsvideor. Programvaran som används under kursen är huvudsakligen gratisprogrammet QGIS 3.40.x (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Bedömningen baserar sig på den portfolio som studerande bygger upp under kursen, i praktiken mest bestående av de kartor som hemuppgifterna resulterar i. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V

  Seats

  1 - 35

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Romi Rancken, Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Share of online studies

  3 credits

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Student's schedule and workload

  Förutom realtidsföreläsningarna ges varje vecka en hemuppgift som beräknas ta 1-4 timmar att utföra. Möjligen ges också en större slutuppgift. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

  Alla hemuppgifter ska vara godkänt genomförda enligt de kriterier som ges i samband med varje hemuppgift. (not translated)

•   Handling of Data Related to Natural Resources BE22ED30-3003 06.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE24DS-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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  06.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DS-E
  • BE23DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Patrik Byholm

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Handling of GPS and GIS BE22ED20-3004 21.10.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (ÖH24BES-LED-R, ...) +-
  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

  21.10.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 20.10.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BES-LED-R
  • BE24DS-E
  • BE23DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lena Hallin-Pihlatie, Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  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 BE22ED20-3005 01.08.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES, ...) +-
  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

  01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 30.08.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES
  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lena Hallin-Pihlatie, Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  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

•   Information and communication technology BE22IN20-3003 02.09.2024-20.12.2024  3 credits  (BE24DA-E, ...) +-
  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

  02.09.2024 - 20.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 10.09.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-E
  • BE24DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Agneta Ekbom

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Information and communication technology BE00AG54-3001 17.03.2025-31.07.2025  3 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  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

  17.03.2025 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.02.2025 - 31.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Agneta Ekbom

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   International Agriculture CM22BIO02-3003 28.10.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (BE22DA-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

  28.10.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 27.10.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E
  • CM23D-E

  Seats

  5 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  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 19th of December 2024.

  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 Forestry CM22BIO01-3002 28.10.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (BE21DS-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The Student
  - Can describe the circumstances for forestry in different countries
  - Can describe the principles of plantation forestry
  - Is aware of different forms of forest ownership
  - Is aware of the challenges of sustainability in a global perspective related to forestry
  - Is familiar with international wood trade and raw material flows

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Introduction to international forestry with a starting point in Finland
  International forestry agreements
  International forestry trade
  Siviculture
  Plantation forestry
  Forest ownership
  SDG:s Partnerships for the goals and 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

  English

  Timing

  28.10.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 27.10.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DS-E
  • BE22DS-E
  • CM23D-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   International networking and marketing in bioeconomy BE22BE50-3001 02.09.2024-27.04.2025  3 credits  (BE22DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - knows how to develop and maintain customer relations
  - knows how to prepare a focused and effective attendance in an international exhibition
  - understand the importance of growing a proffessional network
  - can identify and analyze customer centered marketing and critically evaluate marketing materials.

  Prerequisites

  no prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Relational marketing
  Event marketing
  Professional networks
  Personal learning environments
  The course is based on several of the global sustainbable development goals, in particular Decent work and economic growth

  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

  English

  Timing

  02.09.2024 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   International networking and marketing in bioeconomy BE22BE50-3003 07.01.2025-31.07.2025  3 credits  (BE23DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - knows how to develop and maintain customer relations
  - knows how to prepare a focused and effective attendance in an international exhibition
  - understand the importance of growing a proffessional network
  - can identify and analyze customer centered marketing and critically evaluate marketing materials.

  Prerequisites

  no prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Relational marketing
  Event marketing
  Professional networks
  Personal learning environments
  The course is based on several of the global sustainbable development goals, in particular Decent work and economic growth

  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

  English

  Timing

  07.01.2025 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment date range

  02.12.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   International wood procurement BE22VA50-3001 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (BE22DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows trends in the forest industry on a global level and how these affect Nordic forestry
  - knows the importance of the forest industry in both a national and a global perspective
  - can account for the forest industry's operating conditions
  - knows the main markets for various forest industry products
  - knows how the forest sector is structured and works in another country
  - is familiar with import and export regulations for timber
  - knows about traceability systems for timber (CoC).

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  National Forest Strategies
  The forest industry in Finland and globally
  Economic forecasts for the forest industry
  FLEGT (Forest Law Enforcement, Governance and Trade)
  Forest certification
  The forest sector in one of Finland's neighboring countries
  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

  To be announced in Moodle.

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 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

•   Introduction to Academic Studies BE22IN10-3003 02.09.2024-20.12.2024  3 credits  (BE24DA-E, ...) +-
  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

  02.09.2024 - 20.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 01.09.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-E
  • BE24DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Introduction to Academic Studies BE00AG53-3001 01.08.2024-25.10.2024  3 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  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

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  To be announced in Moodle.

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  01.08.2024 - 25.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  02.07.2024 - 31.08.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Christel Holmlund-Norrén, Johnny Sved, Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Share of online studies

  3 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Investments and financing BE16GB01-3006 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  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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  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
  Slutuppgift som betygsätts med vitsord (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  01.02.2025 - 09.03.2025

  • 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

  Slutuppgift som presenteras (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Oinlämnade uppgifter
  Deltagande i lektioner under 50%
  Opresenterad eller mycket bristfällig slutuppgift (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%)
  Slutuppgift presenterad men med större brister (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Alla uppgifter inlämnade
  Tillfredställande deltagande i lektionerna (50-70%)
  Slutuppgift presenterad med mindre brister (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

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

•   Landscape conservation BE22BE20-3001 02.09.2024-25.10.2024  3 credits  (BE22DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can evaluate the landscape's aesthetic, ecological, cultural values and economic values
  - can communicate with actors in landscape care
  - knows methods for managing areas with landscape values.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Landscaping in general
  Landscape analysis
  Ecosystem services
  Nature's health effects and recreation
  Agroecology and landscaping
  Landscape management in forestry and game considerations
  Environmental subsidiary agreement
  Nature inventories and meadow biotopes
  GIS and other tools in visualization and planning
  Construction of wetlands

  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

  Se kursens moodlesida. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Fältstudier och exkursioner
  Föreläsningar
  Seminarier (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Kurstentamen
  Rapporter från exkursioner och seminarier
  Inlämningsuppgifter
  Kursaktivitet (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.09.2024 - 25.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 01.09.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E
  • BE22DS-E

  Seats

  5 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Se kursens moodlesida. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Tentamen den 29.10 2024 kl. 12:30 - 16 (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / sp, totalt 81 h (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  Period 1, hösten 2024 (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  För en godkänd studieprestation krävs godkänd kurstentamen och godkänt deltagande i exkursioner och seminarier med skriftlig rapportering. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  För en studieprestation på en nöjaktig nivå krävs godkänd kurstentamen på nöjaktig nivå och godkänt deltagande i exkursioner och seminarier med skriftlig rapportering på nöjaktig nivå. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  För en studieprestation på en god nivå krävs godkänd kurstentamen på god nivå och godkänt deltagande i exkursioner och seminarier med skriftlig rapportering på god nivå. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  För en studieprestation på en berömlig krävs godkänd kurstentamen på berömlig nivå och godkänt deltagande i exkursioner och seminarier med skriftlig rapportering på berömlig nivå. (not translated)

•   Leadership and organization BE22FE30-3004 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows different leadership styles
  - can identify their own leader profile
  - understand how different organizations work and are led
  - has the ability to lead and create work community
  - have skills in decision making and conflict management
  - understands the employer's and employee's statutory responsibilities and obligations
  - knows the concepts of quality management and quality certification.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  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
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Decent work and economic growth

  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.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Aktuellt material om ledarskap och organisationer, arbetslagstiftning och kollektivavtal, kvalitetsledning.
  Materialet och eventuell litteratur anvisas i Moodle. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Online- och närundervisning.
  Handledda självstudier och självständiga studier. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Tentamen bedöms enligt vitsord 1-5 och inlämningsuppgifterna enligt skalan godkända-underkända. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES
  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Christel Holmlund-Norrén

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Tentamen sker vecka 17. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  För kursen behöver studerande beräkna ca 80 h arbete beroende på tidigare kunnande.
  Undervisning, handledning och tentamen ca 20%.
  Obligatoriska inlämningsuppgifter ca 30%.
  Självstudier ca 50%. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Uppgifter har inte lämnats in eller har inte nått upp till godkänd nivå.
  Resultatet i tenten underskrider 75%. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Uppgifterna har lämnats in försenade, men de är godkända.
  Resultatet i tenten 75-84%. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Uppgifterna har lämnats in och är godkända.
  Resultatet i tenten 85-94%. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Uppgifterna har lämnats in och är godkända.
  Resultatet i tenten 95-100%. (not translated)

•   Livestock breeding BE22DJ60-3004 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the basics of genetics and animal breeding
  - can apply the basics when choosing breeding animals
  - is familiar with breeding methods for production animals
  - can assess opportunities and risks with cloning and genetic engineering

  Prerequisites

  No previous knowledge required

  Content of the study unit

  The basics of genetics and livestock breeding, different links between genetics and breeding work, breeding evaluation and heritability
  Fundamentals of breeding theory
  Different breeding methods
  Modern genetic engineering
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Responsible production and Good health and well-being.

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Grade scale 0 - 5, at least 50% of the total score in the exam with calculation exercises for a passed / satisfactory level, impact on the course grade 75%
  
  Approved project assignments that are assessed in the scale 0 - 5, impact on the course grade 25%
  
  Activity and interest as well as active participation in arithmetic exercises affect the assessment and the final course grade

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar, övningsuppgifter ev. studiebesök (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 16.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Jenny Finnholm, Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Livestock health care BE22DJ30-3002 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE23DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - is aware of the authorities' requirements for animal producers regarding the various animal diseases
  - knows the basics of animal health care with emphasis on disease prevention measures
  - understands what affects a good animal health and can identify a healthy animal
  - knows about common health problems and diseases in animals and their symptoms
  - can take action when animals fall ill
  - is aware of the risks of the spread of infection
  - is aware of the most serious animal diseases.

  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
  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)

  Grade scale 0 - 5, at least 50% of the total score in the exam for a passed / satisfactory level

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Learning objectives achieved at a satisfactory level

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Learning outcomes achieved at a commendable level

  Further information

  See the course plan and the course moodle page

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Bio Ekonomi

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Livestock health care BE22DJ30-3003 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - is aware of the authorities' requirements for animal producers regarding the various animal diseases
  - knows the basics of animal health care with emphasis on disease prevention measures
  - understands what affects a good animal health and can identify a healthy animal
  - knows about common health problems and diseases in animals and their symptoms
  - can take action when animals fall ill
  - is aware of the risks of the spread of infection
  - is aware of the most serious animal diseases.

  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
  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)

  Grade scale 0 - 5, at least 50% of the total score in the exam for a passed / satisfactory level

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Learning objectives achieved at a satisfactory level

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Learning outcomes achieved at a commendable level

  Further information

  See the course plan and the course moodle page

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Jenny Finnholm, Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Logistics of Wood Procurement BE22VA40-3002 06.01.2025-27.04.2025  6 credits  (BE23DS-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
  - knows methods used for long-distance transport of timber and energy wood
  - can assess the carbon footprint in different modes of transport
  - can lead transports of timber and energy wood
  - understands the time dimension of operational planning and the relationship to finance, logistics and decision-making
  - knows methods for planning goal-oriented operational activities
  - can store timber and energy wood in different parts of the transport chain based on the requirements of the raw material's properties.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  The basics of logistics
  Long-distance transport of industrial wood and energy wood: lorries, trains, ships and barges and flotation
  Forest roads: road section, parts of the road, technical requirements, road maintenance
  Wood storage
  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

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  06.01.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  07.12.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Bo Dahlin

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Map Skills BE22SI30-3003 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can read and understand maps
  - knows digital maps and mobile map applications
  - can move in the terrain and locate objects using a map
  - knows the geometric properties of the maps
  - can assess their own physical and cognitive limitations and create a positive attitude towards self-development.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Map signs
  Geometric properties of maps
  Combination of map generalization and reality
  Use of digital map services and applications on the mobile phone
  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 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.
  Övningar såväl inne som ute. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Övningarna bedöms utgående från både teori och praktik. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 19.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Anders Hjortman, Johnny Sved

  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)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Deltagande i fältövning samt godkända inlämningsuppgifter enligt tidtabell - försenade inlämningar underkänns och inga omtagningar är möjliga. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Normal (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  Januari- februari 2025 (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Underkända övningar och frånvaro i obligatoriska fältbesök. (not translated)

•   Market analysis and production subsidies BE22LE20-3003 04.03.2025-31.12.2025  3 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows principles and regulations regarding the farm's various production and environmental subsidies
  - has the ability to analyze the outside world to find the key to new markets
  - understands how economic phenomena in society affect agriculture and rural entrepreneurship
  - has the ability to apply circular economy in its operations

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  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
  Analysis for a selected industry and insight into how markets and policies affect the industry in question
  Application of circular economy in own business
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible production and consumption as well as 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

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

  Learning methods

  Närundervisning (föreläsningar)
  Grupp- och individuella arbete
  Gästföreläsningar
  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 presenterade
  Deltagande i lektioner (åtminstone 75%)
  Deltagande i seminariet (obligatoriskt)
  Tentamen bedömns med vitsord (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  04.03.2025 - 31.12.2025

  Enrollment date range

  04.03.2025 - 31.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Lars Fridefors, Christel Holmlund-Norrén, Veronika Bäckman

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Tentamina i slutet av kursen (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Uppgifter är inte inlämnade eller presenterade
  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)

•   Market analysis and production subsidies BE22LE20-3002 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE23DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows principles and regulations regarding the farm's various production and environmental subsidies
  - has the ability to analyze the outside world to find the key to new markets
  - understands how economic phenomena in society affect agriculture and rural entrepreneurship
  - has the ability to apply circular economy in its operations

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  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
  Analysis for a selected industry and insight into how markets and policies affect the industry in question
  Application of circular economy in own business
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible production and consumption as well as 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

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

  Learning methods

  Närundervisning (föreläsningar)
  Grupp- och individuella arbete
  Gästföreläsningar
  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 presenterade
  Deltagande i lektioner (åtminstone 75%)
  Deltagande i seminariet (obligatoriskt)
  Tentamen bedömns med vitsord (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DA-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 i slutet av kursen (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Uppgifter är inte inlämnade eller presenterade
  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 BE22FE20-3007 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - understands the importance of an entrepreneurial approach based on creativity and innovation
  - understands the concept of business development
  - can analyze markets and see opportunities for economic activities
  - masters the chain from idea to product and sales
  - knows how to plan, implement and evaluate various marketing efforts
  - through marketing can create value for customers and build good customer relationships
  - knows the most important legislation regarding marketing and sales.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  The importance of marketing in small companies and its role for customer care
  Important concepts and processes in marketing
  Market analysis
  Planning a customized marketing strategy
  Pricing of goods and services
  Billing methods
  Design of tenders, quotations and VAT invoices
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Decent work and economic growth

  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

  Enligt lärarens anvisningar (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Distansundervisning (föreläsningar)
  Grupparbete
  Övningar (inlämningsuppgifter) (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Inlämnade prestationer (GK/UK)
  Presentation av gruppuppgiften
  Aktivt deltagande i grupparbete
  Deltagande i lektioner eller ersättande uppgift (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES
  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Veronika Bäckman

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Student's schedule and workload

  Närundervisning 12-15 h
  Grupparbete 20-30h
  Individuellt arbete (inlämningsuppgifter) 30-40h (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Uppgifter som ska lämnas in saknas (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Försenade inlämningar av uppgifter
  Slutuppgiften av tillfredställande nivå
  Lågt deltagande på lektioner (under 50%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  I tid inlämnade uppgifter
  Slutuppgiften av god nivå
  Högt deltagande på lektioner (över 70%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  I tid inlämnade uppgifter av berömlig nivå
  Slutuppgift mycket väl utförd och utmärkt nivå av muntlig presentation
  Högt (över 70%) och aktivt deltagande på lektioner (not translated)

  Approved / Failed

  Alla uppgifter inlämnade i tid eller presenterade
  Deltagande i grupparbete
  Deltagande i lektioner (åtminstone 75%) (not translated)

•   Marketing and Sales BE22FE20-3005 28.10.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (BE22DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - understands the importance of an entrepreneurial approach based on creativity and innovation
  - understands the concept of business development
  - can analyze markets and see opportunities for economic activities
  - masters the chain from idea to product and sales
  - knows how to plan, implement and evaluate various marketing efforts
  - through marketing can create value for customers and build good customer relationships
  - knows the most important legislation regarding marketing and sales.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  The importance of marketing in small companies and its role for customer care
  Important concepts and processes in marketing
  Market analysis
  Planning a customized marketing strategy
  Pricing of goods and services
  Billing methods
  Design of tenders, quotations and VAT invoices
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Decent work and economic growth

  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

  Veronika Bäckman

  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

  Inlämnade prestationer (GK/UK) eller presenterade
  Muntlig presentation av slutuppgiften som bedöms med vitsord
  Deltagande i lektioner och studiebesök (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.10.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 01.09.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E
  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Veronika Bäckman

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Assessment criteria

  Uppgifter som ska lämnas in saknas (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Försenade inlämningar av uppgifter
  Slutuppgiften av tillfredställande nivå
  Lågt deltagande på lektioner (under 50%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  I tid inlämnade uppgifter
  Slutuppgiften av god nivå
  Högt deltagande på lektioner (över 70%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  I tid inlämnade uppgifter av berömlig nivå
  Slutuppgift mycket väl utförd och utmärkt nivå av muntlig presentation
  Högt (över 70%) och aktivt deltagande på lektioner (not translated)

•   Mathematics BE22ED40-3005 06.01.2025-28.02.2025  3 credits  (BE24DA-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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  Mode of delivery

  17% Face-to-face, 83% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Material finns i Moodle
  https://moodlecourses.novia.fi/course/view.php?id=10919 (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

  06.01.2025 - 28.02.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-E
  • ÖH24BES-LED-R
  • BE24DS-E
  • ÖH24BEA-LED-R

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Taina Sjöholm

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Share of online studies

  2.5 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: 4.4.2025 och 25.4.2025 (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 forest management planning BE22SI40-3002 06.01.2025-27.04.2025  6 credits  (BE23DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the need for tactical and strategic planning of the use of natural resources
  - can explain how forest planning can and should consider the principles of sustainable forestry
  - knows methods for mapping the forest owner's objectives and can assess how these affect the planning situation
  - knows the most common methods for cost-effective planning
  - knows methods for collecting and analyzing geographical data
  - can assess the accuracy of the inventory methods and in a controlled manner adapt the sampling design to the purpose
  - can calculate inventory results.

  Prerequisites

  Handling of GPS and GIS

  Content of the study unit

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

  Learning material

  Anvisas i Teams (not translated)

  Learning methods

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

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Inlärningsprocessen utgående från övningsuppgifterna bedöms. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  06.01.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  02.12.2024 - 05.01.2025

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Kaj Hällfors

  Additional information

  Obligatoriska terrängövningar i april. (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

  Användning av tillämpningar, rutiner och system. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Inlämningsuppgifter under kursens gång som skall vara inlämnade inom utsatt tid (inga omtagningar) (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Jämn jan-mar (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  Januari - Februari:
  Planeringsmetoder, fjärranalys, skogafärdighet, GIS och inventeringsteori
  
  Mars-April:
  Planeringssystem och inventeringskunskaper. (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 inventeringsmetoder i praktiken. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Kan tillämpa olika redskap och tjänster med god förståelse av planeringsprocessens metoder och mål.
  Förstår inventeringens grunder 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 planeringsprocessen.
  Förstår planeringens mervärde och inventeringens noggrannhetskoncept.
  Kan uppvisa en mångsidig kreativ förmåga att systematiskt och självständigt tillämpa kunskap till att uppnå planeringens mål. (not translated)

•   Methods and systems of forest management planning BE22SI40-3003 07.01.2025-27.04.2025  6 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the need for tactical and strategic planning of the use of natural resources
  - can explain how forest planning can and should consider the principles of sustainable forestry
  - knows methods for mapping the forest owner's objectives and can assess how these affect the planning situation
  - knows the most common methods for cost-effective planning
  - knows methods for collecting and analyzing geographical data
  - can assess the accuracy of the inventory methods and in a controlled manner adapt the sampling design to the purpose
  - can calculate inventory results.

  Prerequisites

  Handling of GPS and GIS

  Content of the study unit

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

  Learning material

  Anvisas i Teams (not translated)

  Learning methods

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

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Inlärningsprocessen utgående från övningsuppgifterna bedöms. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Anders Hjortman, Johnny Sved

  Additional information

  Obligatoriska terrängövningar i april. (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

  Användning av tillämpningar, rutiner och system. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Inlämningsuppgifter under kursens gång som skall vara inlämnade inom utsatt tid (inga omtagningar) (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Jämn jan-mar (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  Januari - Februari:
  Planeringsmetoder, fjärranalys, GIS och inventeringsteori
  
  Mars-April:
  Planeringssystem och inventeringskunskaper. (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 inventeringsmetoder i praktiken. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Kan tillämpa olika redskap och tjänster med god förståelse av planeringsprocessens metoder och mål.
  Förstår inventeringens grunder 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 planeringsprocessen.
  Förstår planeringens mervärde och inventeringens noggrannhetskoncept.
  Kan uppvisa en mångsidig kreativ förmåga att systematiskt och självständigt tillämpa kunskap till att uppnå planeringens mål. (not translated)

•   Mineral fertilizers BE22MA30-3002 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE23DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can identify and fix plant nutrient deficiencies
  - know the origin, manufacturing processes and properties of mineral fertilizers
  - can apply methods to optimize the crop's utilization of applied mineral fertilizers

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  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
  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.

  Further information

  To be announced in Moodle.

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

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Förkunskapskrav motsvarande kurserna:
  Odlingsjordar och jordbearbetning
  Marklära och markvård
  Markens växtnäringsförråd
  
  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

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Vädertålig klädsel samt anteckningsmaterial vid fältarbete och 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

  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

  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 gemensamma arbetstillfällen (föreläsningar och laborationer, 28 timmar), egna arbeten (seminariearbete och presentation (22 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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena. 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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena. 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)

•   Mineral fertilizers BE22MA30-3003 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can identify and fix plant nutrient deficiencies
  - know the origin, manufacturing processes and properties of mineral fertilizers
  - can apply methods to optimize the crop's utilization of applied mineral fertilizers

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  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
  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.

  Further information

  To be announced in Moodle.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Studiematerial och inläsningsanvisningar finns på kursens moodlesida. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar
  Övningar, gödslingsberäkningar i WISU
  Kursprojekt
  Inlämningsuppgifter (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Bedömda inlämnings- och projektuppgifter
  Kursaktivitet (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Lars Fridefors

  Additional information

  En egen dator och individuell provlicens för WISU (Min gård) behövs i samband med närstudietillfället den 7.2.2025 och under kursens gång. (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

  Inbjudna näringslivskontakter medverkar på distans online i Teams och även på plats vid närstudietillfällen. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Se kursens moodlesida. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / sp (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  - Växternas upptagning och transport av näringsämnen
  - Principiellt tillvägagångssätt vid beräkning av växtnäringstillförsel
  - Gödslingsberäkningar i WISU, övning med stöd av provlicenser vid närstudietillfälle 7.2.2025
  - Symtom vid växtnäringsbrist (Se även kursprojekt i Marfkens växtnäringsförråd)
  - 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

  Underkända inlämnings- och projektuppgifter (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Godkända inlämnings- och projektuppgifter på en tillfredsställande nivå (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Godkända inlämnings- och projektuppgifter på en god nivå
  Aktivt kursdeltagande (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Godkända inlämnings- och projektuppgifter på en berömlig nivå
  Aktivt kursdeltagande (not translated)

•   Operational planning and generation shift BE16GB02-3006 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (BE21DA-E) +-
  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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Enligt lärarens anvisningar (not translated)

  Learning methods

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

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Inlämningsuppgifter och deltagande i lektioner (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  14.10.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 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

  Inlämningsuppgift driftsplan inlämnad i slutet av kursen (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Oinlämnade uppgifter
  Deltagande i obligatoriska 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%)
  Uppgiften driftsplan har stora brister (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Alla uppgifter inlämnade i tid, små brister i uppgifterna
  Tillfredställande deltagande i lektionerna (50-70%)
  Uppgiften driftsplan har små brister som studerande korrigerar (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Alla uppgifter inlämnade i tid och väl utförda
  Högt (över 70%) och aktivt deltagande i lektionerna
  Uppgiften driftsplan är utmärkt utförd utan brister som skulle korrigeras (not translated)

•   Operational planning on the farm unit BE22LE10-3002 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (BE23DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can calculate variable costs and make gross margin calculations for crop production and animal husbandry
  - can translate material flow into economic consequences
  - can draw up an operating plan for a farm company
  - understands and can consider the structure of the Finnish agri-food chain

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Operational planning in various forms of rural companies
  From business concept to realization in different kinds of companies
  Opportunities and challenges of digitalisation
  Entrepreneurship and business development
  The agri-food chain
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible production and consumption as well as Industry, innovation and infrastructure

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  enligt lärarens anvisningar (not translated)

  Learning methods

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

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Tentamen, inlämningsuppgifter, deltagande i lektioner (åtminstone 50%) samt obligatoriskt deltagande i gästföreläsningar och studiebesök (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Veronika Bäckman

  Additional information

  grundkunskaper i ekonomistyrning (kalkylering, budgetering) är förutsättningen att klara kursen (not translated)

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  tentamen i slutet av kursen (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Oinlämnade uppgifter
  Deltagande i lektioner under 50%
  Icke-deltagande i obligatoriska tillfälle (studiebesök)
  Tentamen underkänd (poäng under 50%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Alla uppgifter inlämnade dock bristfälliga eller inlämnade för sent
  Tillfredställande deltagande i lektionerna (50-70%)
  Deltagande i obligatoriska tillfälle
  Tentamen godkänd (poäng över 50% men under 70%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Alla uppgifter inlämnade i tid, små brister i uppgifterna
  Tillfredställande deltagande i lektionerna (50-70%)
  Deltagande i obligatoriska tillfälle
  Tentamen godkänd (poäng under 90%) (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Alla uppgifter inlämnade i tid och väl utförda
  Högt (över 70%) och aktivt deltagande i lektionerna
  Deltagande i obligatoriska tillfälle
  Tentamen godkänd (poäng över 90%) (not translated)

•   Organic fertilizers BE22MA40-3002 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (BE23DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands and can optimize the symbiotic nitrogen fixation
  - understands the mineralization processes of organic material of different origins
  - know the different types of fertilizers and their properties
  - can minimize losses that occur during storage and spreading of fertilizers
  - can apply methods to optimize the crop's utilization of added organic fertilizer

  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
  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.

  Further information

  To be announced in Moodle.

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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 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. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Förkunskapskrav motsvarande kurserna:
  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

  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 gemensamma arbetstillfällen (föreläsningar och laborationer, 28 timmar), egna arbeten (seminariearbete och presentation (22 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 (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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  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)

•   Organic fertilizers BE22MA40-3003 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands and can optimize the symbiotic nitrogen fixation
  - understands the mineralization processes of organic material of different origins
  - know the different types of fertilizers and their properties
  - can minimize losses that occur during storage and spreading of fertilizers
  - can apply methods to optimize the crop's utilization of added organic fertilizer

  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
  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.

  Further information

  To be announced in Moodle.

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  Mode of delivery

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

  Learning material

  Se information på kursens moodlesida
  Riesinger P 2006. Grunder för ekologisk odling. Del II, Växtnäring (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar
  Kursprojekt som redovisas skriftligt och presenteras muntligt
  Bedömda inlämningsuppgifter
  Studiebesök vid Jeppo biogas (genomförs vid närstudietillfälle i Österbotten under våren 2025) (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Bedömda inlämningsuppgifter
  Bedömda skriftliga kursprojekt som även presenteras muntligt (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Seats

  5 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Share of online studies

  2 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Regionalt näringslivssamarbete (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Se anvisningar på kursens moodlesida. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / sp (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  Se anvisningar på kursens moodlesida.
  
  - Den symbiotiska kvävefixeringens lagbundenheter och optimering
  - De organiskt bundna näringsämnenas bidrag till grödornas växtnäringsförsörjning
  - Stallgödsel: sammansättning, behandling och spridningstillfällen
  - Reningsverkslam
  - Kompostering
  - Rötning
  - Utökade gödslingsberäkningar (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Underkända eller ogenomförda kursprestationer. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Godkända kursprestationer på nöjaktig nivå. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Godkända kursprestationer på god nivå.
  Aktivt kursdeltagande. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Godkända kursprestationer på berömlig nivå.
  Aktivt kursdeltagande. (not translated)

•   Piglet production BE22EM20-3001 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE22DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understand what a well-functioning piglet production requires in terms of production control, animal care, production environment and feeding
  - knows the breeding of breeding animals for piglet production
  - can take into account requirements from intermediaries, processors, authorities and consumers
  - knows how the piglet production facilities should be designed with production sustainability and animal welfare in mind;
  - can optimize sustainable piglet production

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Piglet production, production control, animal husbandry, production environment and feeding
  Breeding of breeding animals for piglet production
  Requirements from various stakeholders such as authorities, consumers, intermediaries and processors
  Design of production facilities taking into account the sustainability of production and animal health and welfare
  Optimization of a sustainable piglet production
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Responsible consumption and production as well as 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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  To be announced in Moodle.

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Bio Ekonomi

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Planning of Production Units BE22DJ20-3001 03.03.2025-25.04.2025  3 credits  (BE21DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - is aware of regulatory requirements imposed on agricultural production buildings
  - understand the importance of functional planning in the design of production buildings in animal husbandry.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  National legislation concerning agricultural production buildings
  Planning of appropriate and sustainable production units in agriculture
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, primarily the goal of sustainable 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

  03.03.2025 - 25.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 03.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE21DA-E
  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Bio Ekonomi

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Plant breeding and seed production BE22VG40-3004 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (BE24DA-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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  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

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-E

  Seats

  5 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  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, week 17, April 2025.
  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

•   Plant nutrient management BE22HV20-3001 02.09.2024-25.10.2024  3 credits  (BE22DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the production resources and environmental effects of society and agriculture
  - knows the importance of plant nutrition management for plant nutrient flows and balances
  - can identify the risk of and prevent plant nutrient losses
  - can take into account plant nutrient flows and balances when designing production plans and cultivation measures

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Agricultural production resources
  Environmental pollution and plant nutrient losses
  Plant nutrient flows and plant nutrient balances
  Calculation of farm balance of nutrients
  Plant nutrition - production planning and cultivation measures
  Plant Nutrition Balances (seminars)
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible production, ecosystems and biodiversity, Climate action and Life below water.

  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

  Anges i den detaljerade kursplanen. (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. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.09.2024 - 25.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 01.09.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Vädertålig klädsel samt anteckningsmaterial vid fältarbete och 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

  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

  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 gemensamma arbetstillfällen (30 timmar), egna arbeten (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar), repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar) samt tentamen (2 timmar). I kursen ingår studiebesök. Arbetsinnehållet preciseras av den detaljerade kursbeskrivning som delas ut i samband med kursintroduktionen. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  - Lantbrukets produktionsresurser
  - Samhällets och lantbrukets miljöeffekter
  - Växtnäringsflöden och växtnäringsbalanser
  - Beräkning av gårdsbalans
  - Växtnäringshushållning – produktionsplanering och odlingsåtgärder
  - Växtnäringsbalanser (seminarier) (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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  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)

•   Potatoes and sugar beets BE22SP20-3001 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (BE22DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows central product quality parameters in potato and sugar beet cultivation
  - knows how to achieve different production goals in potato and sugar beet cultivation

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  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
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible production, ecosystems and biodiversity

  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
  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

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 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

  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 24th of April, 2025
  Seminars with oral project presentations, scheduled during the course 17th of March and 3rd of April, 2025

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / Credit

  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.

•   Poultry production BE22EM40-3001 28.10.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (BE22DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands what a well-functioning poultry farming requires in terms of animal care, production environment and feeding
  - knows about egg and meat production
  - can take into account requirements from authorities, intermediaries and processors as well as requests from consumers
  - knows how poultry production facilities should be designed taking into account the welfare of the animals
  - can optimize a sustainable breeding.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  General conditions for poultry farming
  Different forms of poultry farming
  Key players in the industry
  Feeding and feeding standards
  Requirements on the production environment
  Factors affecting hatching and breeding
  Care measures for various forms of poultry farming
  Factors affecting the profitability and economic prospects of poultry farming
  Optimization of poultry farming based on current influencing factors and requirements
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, primarily 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

  Learning material

  To be announced in Moodle.

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.10.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  21.09.2024 - 31.12.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Bio Ekonomi, Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Production Biology BE22VG20-3003 02.09.2024-25.10.2024  4 credits  (BE24DA-E) +-
  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

  02.09.2024 - 25.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 01.09.2024

  • 4 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-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

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Lab. analyses and field studies at Västankvarn Trial Farm.
  Field studies of winter crops in Ingå/Inkoo and Sjundeå/Siuntio

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Oral course project/assignments presentations scheduled during the course
  Seed knowledge exercise and written seed exam, time confirmed later.
  Written theory exam 19th of December, 2024.

  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.

•   Project in our Line of Business BE22IN30-3005 02.09.2024-20.12.2024  3 credits +-
  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, 2011. 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

  02.09.2024 - 20.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 01.09.2024

  • 3 credits

  Seats

  5 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  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, time comfirmed later
  Seminar with oral project presentation preliminary XX of December, 2025.

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / credit

  Content scheduling

  Period 1- 2, autumn 2025

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

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

•   Project in our Line of Business BE22IN30-3006 02.09.2024-25.10.2024  3 credits  (BE24DS-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

  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

  02.09.2024 - 25.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 01.09.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  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 preliminary 3rd of October, 2023
  Seminar with oral project presentation preliminary 8th of December, 2023.

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / credit

  Content scheduling

  Period 1- 2, autumn 2023

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

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

•   Project in our Line of Business BE22IN30-3008 21.08.2024-27.10.2024  3 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES, ...) +-
  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

  50% Face-to-face, 50% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Eklund, S., Arbeta i projekt - individen, gruppen, ledaren, 2011. Studentlitteratur AB, Lund.
  Other references and course material on the moodle site.

  Learning methods

  Projected based learning
  Lectures
  Seminars with project presentations.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

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

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  21.08.2024 - 27.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 23.08.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES
  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Christel Holmlund-Norrén, Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Share of online studies

  1.5 credits

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Course project ordered from enterprise/organization in the bioeconomy sector. Th projects will be done during the course and presented during the seminars.

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Literature exam during week 42.
  Seminar with project presentation 20th of September and 11th of October, 2024.

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / credit

  Content scheduling

  Period 1 autumn 2024

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

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

•   Property Law and Real Estate Assessment BE22NF40-3001 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE22DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - has knowledge of regulations governing properties
  - understands legislation affecting properties
  - knows registration authorities and extracts
  - knows the requirements for the sale and purchase of properties
  - has knowledge of property development and knows different forms of ownership
  - has knowledge in the management of individual roads.
  
  Agrology students can evaluate farm properties and forest students can evaluate forest properties

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Property legislation
  Property deals
  Registration authorities
  Property formation
  Types of forms of ownership
  Management of individual roads
  Valuation of forest properties

  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

  To be announced in Moodle.

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Håkan Hemberg, Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Reproduction of Husbandry Animals BE22DJ50-3003 28.10.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the animal reproductive organs and fetal development
  - knows the heat of the animals and can take it into account in operational planning and design of animal husbandry
  - knows factors that affect the pregnancy outcome and delivery process

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Animal reproductive organs and fetal development
  The heat of animals, taking into account it in connection with operational planning and the design of animal husbandry
  Factors that affect pregnancy outcomes and delivery process
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Responsible production and 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.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  28.10.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 03.11.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Jenny Finnholm, Johnny Sved, Lars Fridefors, Christel Holmlund-Norrén

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Research Methodology BE22EX10-3001 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE22DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - knows the basics of theory of science
  - can to describe and apply relevant research methods
  - can draw up a plan for a scientific work
  - can document and communicate their research results
  - can perform information retrieval and apply source criticism
  - knows how to compile information according to good scientific practice
  - understands the goal of a thesis project and the requirements for it.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Introduction to the research methodology
  History of science and method development
  Basic concepts in modern research methodology
  The different parts of the research process
  Qualitative and quantitative method
  Research ethics requirements
  The importance of the thesis project in polytechnic studies
  Analysis of previous thesis projects
  UAS Novia's rules for the thesis project
  To carry out the learning test in practice
  Information retrieval and sources
  Instructions for scientific writing
  Assessment criteria for the dissertation
  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 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

  To be announced in Moodle

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E
  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Patrik Byholm

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Silviculture on peatlands BE22SG50-3002 01.08.2024-25.10.2024  4 credits  (BE23DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - recognizes the geological and ecological formation processes of peatlands
  - can consider how draining affects the wetland ecosystem and the climate
  - can assess the draining ability of the peatland and can plan the forest draining
  - can apply water management measures when draining
  - understands the changeable nutrient conditions of peatlands
  - knows the peatlands as a sustainable natural resource
  - can give silvicultural advice on the use of peatlands

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Peatlands and their formation
  Forest regeneration, thinning and continuous cover forestry on peatlands
  Assessment of nutrient balance and fertilization needs
  Assessment of draining needs and ability
  Water management and draining
  The role of peatlands in the carbon cycle
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible consumption and production as well as 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

  Avisas på Teams. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Deltagande i Hyytiälä-veckan 30.7-2.8.2024
  Obligatoriska fältexkursioner, seminarier och övningar.
  Distans- och hybridstudier förekommer periodiserat enligt program. (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).
  Litteraturtent (skala 0-5) (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  01.08.2024 - 25.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 29.07.2024

  • 4 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Kaj Hällfors

  Additional information

  Repetera torvmarksväxter och -typer från kursen första studieåret (portfolio). (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

  Exkursioner ger inblick i tillämpningar och rutiner. (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 (fältstudier) 30.7-2.8.2024
  - Närvaroveckor i Raseborg (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)

•   Slaughter Pig Production BE22EM30-3001 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (BE22DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands what a well-functioning slaughter pig farming requires in terms of production control, animal care, production environment and feeding
  - can take into account requirements from authorities and processors as well as requests from consumers
  - knows how the facilities for slaughter pig farming should be designed with regard to the sustainability of production and the welfare of the animals;
  - can optimize sustainable pig farming.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  General conditions for slaughter pig farming
  Slaughter pig farming: production control, animal husbandry, production design and feeding
  Optimization of sustainable slaughter pig farming
  Key players in the industry
  Requirements and wishes from various stakeholders
  Practical care of slaughter pigs and production facilities
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, primarily 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

  Learning material

  To be announced in Moodle.

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Bio Ekonomi

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Soil theory and soil conservation BE22MA10-3003 01.11.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  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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  Mode of delivery

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

  Learning material

  Se kursens moodlesida. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar
  Projektarbete (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  01.11.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 06.11.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Seats

  5 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lars Fridefors, Christel Holmlund-Norrén

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Share of online studies

  2 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Se kursens moodlesida. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Tentamen i moodle den 18.12 kl. 17:00 - 21. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / sp, totalt 81 h. (not translated)

  Content scheduling

  Period 2, hösten 2024. (not translated)

•   Soil theory and soil conservation BE22MA10-3004 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE24DA-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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  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

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-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 (22 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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena. 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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena. 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 BE22FS30-3004 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (BE24DS-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

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Stand Management BE22SG40-3004 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (BE24DS-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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  01.01.2025 - 09.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DS-E
  • BE23DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Start and take over rural enterprises BE22LE30-3001 02.09.2024-25.10.2024  4 credits  (BE22DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can use the most common accounting software for agriculture
  - can perform a practical profit analysis and can convert the farm's tax accounts into a profit analysis
  - knows different forms of ownership and company and their advantages and disadvantages
  - has knowledge of the generational change process from plan to realization
  - can act in and lead the generational change process
  - knows basic real estate/property law

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Basic factors that affect the general conditions of agriculture
  Common agricultural computer program
  Factors that have a major impact on the company's accounting and financial management
  Basic economic concepts and factors that affect the income statement and balance sheet
  Calculation of and relationship between different financial key figures such as liquidity, equity ratio
  The most important methods / tools for monitoring the rural company's profitability and cash liquidity
  Performance analysis and comparative analysis (alternative production)
  The generational change process
  Basic real estate/property law
  Agricultural and forest taxation
  Farm declaration
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goals of Responsible production and consumption, Industry, innovation and infrastructure as well as Decent work and economic growth

  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

  Enligt lärarens anvisningar (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Närundervisning
  Övningar
  Inlämningsuppgifter (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Deltagande i lektioner
  Inlämningsuppgifter (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.09.2024 - 25.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 01.09.2024

  • 4 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Veronika Bäckman

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

  Deltagande i föreläsningar åtminstone 75% och obligatoriskt deltagande i gästföreläsningar
  Alla inlämningsuppgifter inlämnade i tid och godkända (not translated)

•   Start your own Company NM13NE05-3009 01.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE21DA-E, ...) +-
  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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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Enligt lärarens anvisningar (not translated)

  Learning methods

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

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Inlämningsuppgifter
  Deltagande i lektionerna (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  01.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  14.10.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 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

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Inlämningsuppgift (affärsplan) som bedöms med vitsord (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%)
  Affärsplan inlämnad men mycket bristfällig (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

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

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Alla uppgifter inlämnade i tid och väl utförda
  Högt (över 70%) och aktivt deltagande i lektionerna
  Affärsplan inlämnad med inga brister (not translated)

•   Statistics BE22EX20-3002 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE22DA-E, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows basic statistical concepts
  - understand the importance of proper selection procedures for data collection
  - can perform hypothesis testing
  - is aware of the importance of meeting the conditions for statistical tests
  - can interpret and present analysis results
  - understands the importance of statistics as a tool in data analysis.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Variation - The cornerstone of statistics
  The purpose of statistical analysis
  Qualitative and quantitative variables
  Sampling
  Parameters
  Descriptive statistics
  Statistical inference
  Standard statistical tests
  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 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

  To be announced in Moodle

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE22DA-E
  • BE22DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Patrik Byholm

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Student Internship BE22PRA2S-3002 26.04.2025-31.07.2025  9 credits  (BE23DS-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.
  
  In the internships you should preferably have several different employers and get acquainted with different organizations and work phases.

  Prerequisites

  A minimum of one year of Forestry Studies.

  Content of the study unit

  Work according to agreement with the host for internship.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  26.04.2025 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 04.05.2025

  • 9 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Student Internship 3 BE22PRA3S-3001 24.10.2024-31.07.2025  12 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 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.
  
  In the internships you should preferably have several different employers and get acquainted with different organizations and work phases.

  Prerequisites

  A minimum of one year of Forestry Studies.

  Content of the study unit

  Work according to agreement with the host for internship.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  24.10.2024 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 27.04.2025

  • 12 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 RB22SV01-3008 02.09.2024-20.12.2024  3 credits  (BE24DA-E, ...) +-
  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

  Face-to-face

  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 anföranden
  Kurstentamen (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

  02.09.2024 - 20.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 27.10.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-E
  • BE24DS-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

  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

  Den studerande har rätt att skriva kurstentamen vid tre tillfällen. Det ena ordnas i slutet av kursen, de två andra vid två därpå följande allmänna omtentamenstillfällen.
  - Kurstentamen mån 9.12.2024
  
  Allmänna omtentamenstillfällen:
  Januari 2024, fre kl. 12-16
  februari 2024 fre kl. 12-16
  Allmänna omtentamenstillfällen kräver förhandsanmälan i Peppi.
  Läs här hur du anmäler dig:
  https://intra.novia.fi/studier/oppen-yh-studerande/omtentamen/
  
  Kursen ska avläggas med godkänt vitsord senast 15.5.2025
  Ogjorda kursuppgifter tas emot fram till 1.5.2025 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 anföranden 6 h
  Självstudier 14 h
  Kurstentamen 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)

•   Swedish RB22SV01-3009 28.10.2024-20.12.2024  3 credits  (BYB24D-E, ...) +-
  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

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

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

  Learning methods

  När- och distansstudier
  Individuella, par- och gruppvisa övningsuppgifter
  Muntliga presentationer
  Kurstentamen (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

  28.10.2024 - 20.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  03.08.2024 - 27.10.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BYB24D-E
  • BYS24D-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Marika Rask

  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

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

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Den studerande har rätt att skriva kurstentamen vid tre tillfällen. Det ena ordnas i slutet av kursen, de två andra vid två därpå följande allmänna omtentamenstillfällen.
  - Kurstentamen mån 9.12.2024
  
  Allmänna omtentamenstillfällen:
  Januari 2024, fre kl. 12-16
  februari 2024 fre kl. 12-16
  Allmänna omtentamenstillfällen kräver förhandsanmälan i Peppi.
  Läs här hur du anmäler dig:
  https://intra.novia.fi/studier/oppen-yh-studerande/omtentamen/
  
  Kursen ska avläggas med godkänt vitsord senast 15.5.2025
  Ogjorda kursuppgifter tas emot fram till 1.5.2025 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 anföranden 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)

•   Swedish RB00AG56-3001 01.01.2025-30.06.2025  3 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  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

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  Svenska skrivregler 2017 Svenska språknämnden. Fjärde upplagan. Stockholm: Liber
  Klarspråk baserat på Sommardahl, Eivor (2012): Klarspråk i kommunen. Kommunförbundet
  Novias skrivanvisningar
  Snabbguide till källhantering (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Lektioner i Teams
  Kursmaterialet finns på kursens Moodle-sida
  Övningsuppgifter (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Kursen bedöms med vitsordet 0-5.
  Kurstenten bedöms med vitsordet 0-5. Kursvitsordet påverkas, förutom av vitsordet i kurstenten, också av kursaktivitet och kursuppgifter. För godkänt kursvitsord ska den studerande vara godkänd i kurstenten och ha lämnat in uppgifter som hör till kursen i tid. Försenad inlämning sänker kursvitsordet.
  
  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

  01.01.2025 - 30.06.2025

  Enrollment date range

  18.11.2024 - 01.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Marika Rask

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Share of online studies

  3 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Inlämningsuppgifter samt kurstent. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Kursen ska avläggas med godkänt vitsord senast 15.5.2024 (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  Lektioner 10 h
  Pop up-tillfälle för frågor 2 h
  Självstudier och uppgifter 60 h
  Kurstent 8 h (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Den studerande är underkänd i kursen om:
  - kurstenten är underkänd
  - språket i den studerandes inlämningsuppgifter är mycket svagt och språk- och skrivfel gör innehållet svårbegripligt.
  - den studerande inte kan använda och hänvisa till källor enligt givna anvisningar
  - den studerandes arbetsinsats är obetydlig. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  För vitsordet 1-2 krävs att:
  - kurstenten är godkänd med vitsordet 1 eller 2.
  - språket i den studerandes inlämningsuppgifter är begripligt, även om språk- och skrivfel förekommer
  - den studerande har använt källmaterial och kan hänvisa till detta enligt anvisningar
  - den studerandes arbetsinsats i kursen är liten. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  För vitsordet 3-4 krävs att:
  - kurstenten är godkänd med vitsordet 3 eller 4
  - kursuppgifter har lämnats in senast vid sista inlämningsdatum
  - språket i inlämningsuppgifter är smidigt och gott, även om enstaka språkfel förekommer
  - den studerande kan hänvisa till källor mångsidigt och väl
  - den studerande är aktiv och kan fungera självständigt. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  För vitsordet 5 krävs att:
  - vitsordet i kurstenten är minst 4,5.
  - kursuppgifter har lämnats in senast vid sista inlämningsdatum
  - språket i inlämningsuppgifter är nyanserat, smidigt och så gott som felfritt
  - den studerande kan använda sig av olika källor på ett mångsidigt och korrekt sätt
  - den studerande fungerar självständigt
  - den studerande är aktiv, innovativ och samarbetar i god anda. (not translated)

•   The supply of plant nutrients in soil BE22MA20-3002 02.09.2024-25.10.2024  3 credits  (BE23DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the crops' need for plant nutrients and how the need can be met
  - knows the macronutrient cycle, soil plant nutrient storage and nutrient mobilization and immobilization
  - understands the importance of mycorrhiza for the uptake of nutrients by plants
  - can perform ground mapping and give advice based on ground mapping results
  - can make fertilizer calculations

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Plants' need for nutrients
  Procedure for calculating the crop's nutrient requirements
  Significance and maintenance of soil nutrient supply
  Soil biological and chemical reaction systems
  In-depth study of the concept of cation exchange capacity and the factors that determine its extent
  Ground mapping
  Nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and sulfur: cycles, soil storage and mobilization
  Mycorrhiza
  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

  Anges i den detaljerade kursplanen. (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.
  Seminariearbete.
  Nivån av uppnådd kunskap bedöms mha tentamen. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.09.2024 - 25.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 01.09.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Vädertålig klädsel samt anteckningsmaterial vid fältarbete och 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

  Enligt validering. (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Gårdsbesök. Provtagningsarbete i fält.
  Studiebesök och inbjudna arbetslivskontakter enligt möjlighet (tidsresurser) och behov. (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 gemensamma arbetstillfällen (30 timmar), egna arbeten (20 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar), repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar) samt tentamen (2 timmar). I kursen ingår 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 (teori och praktisk övning)
  - Kväve, fosfor, kalium och svavel: kretslopp, markförråd och mobilisering
  - Mykorrhiza (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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  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)

•   The supply of plant nutrients in soil BE22MA20-3004 07.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the crops' need for plant nutrients and how the need can be met
  - knows the macronutrient cycle, soil plant nutrient storage and nutrient mobilization and immobilization
  - understands the importance of mycorrhiza for the uptake of nutrients by plants
  - can perform ground mapping and give advice based on ground mapping results
  - can make fertilizer calculations

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Plants' need for nutrients
  Procedure for calculating the crop's nutrient requirements
  Significance and maintenance of soil nutrient supply
  Soil biological and chemical reaction systems
  In-depth study of the concept of cation exchange capacity and the factors that determine its extent
  Ground mapping
  Nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and sulfur: cycles, soil storage and mobilization
  Mycorrhiza
  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

  Anges på kursens moodlesida. (not translated)

  Learning methods

  Föreläsningar
  Projektarbete
  Fältstudier, jordprovtagning med biomassainventering och studiebesök vid Hortilab i Närpes den 11.10.2024. (not translated)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Kurstentamen
  Projektarbete, skriftlig rapport och muntlig presentation
  Deltagande i fältstudier med skriftlig rapportering
  Aktiv närvaro (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  07.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Fältstudier, jordprovtagning med biomassainventering i samarbete med Caraway Finland i Närpes den 11.10.2024.
  Studiebesök vid Hortilab i Närpes den 11.10.2024. (not translated)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Kurstentamen på plats i campus Alere i Vasa den 7.3.2025. (not translated)

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h / sp, totalt 81 h (not translated)

  Assessment criteria

  Underkänd kurstentamen < 50 % av totalpoängen
  Underkänt projektarbete, skriftlig rapport och muntlig presentation
  Frånvaro från fältstudier med skriftlig rapportering (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Godkända kursprestationer på en tillfredsställande nivå. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Godkända kursprestationer på en god nivå. (not translated)

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Godkända kursprestationer på en berömlig nivå. (not translated)

•   Timber mensuration BE22VA20-3003 06.01.2025-02.03.2025  3 credits  (BE23DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands the importance of timber mensuration as a part of the procurement chain
  - knows the laws and regulations establishing the framework for timber and energy wood mensuration
  - knows methods used in timber and energy wood mensuration
  - can apply different methods for timber and energy wood mensuration

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  timber mensuration as part of the timber procurement chain
  legislation on timber mensuration
  methods for timber mensuration
  control of measuring instruments
  Decent work and economic growth
  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

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  06.01.2025 - 02.03.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.10.2024 - 12.01.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Bo Dahlin

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Timber trade BE22VA10-3002 28.10.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (BE23DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands how the market for timber and energy wood
  - knows laws and regulations governing the timber trade and know key contractual issues
  - can explain the different stages of the timber trade
  - can conduct a tender process
  - understands the pricing of timber on stump, at roadside and the pricing of special timber
  - can set prices for timber and energy wood
  - is familiar with digital platforms for timber trade

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  The different phases in a timber trade (practical timber trade)
  Legislation on timber trade
  Pricing of wood
  Digital platforms for timber trade
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Decent work and economic growth

  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

  28.10.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 27.10.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Gunnar Salingre

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Timber trade BE22VA10-3003 28.10.2024-31.12.2024  3 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - understands how the market for timber and energy wood
  - knows laws and regulations governing the timber trade and know key contractual issues
  - can explain the different stages of the timber trade
  - can conduct a tender process
  - understands the pricing of timber on stump, at roadside and the pricing of special timber
  - can set prices for timber and energy wood
  - is familiar with digital platforms for timber trade

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  The different phases in a timber trade (practical timber trade)
  Legislation on timber trade
  Pricing of wood
  Digital platforms for timber trade
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Decent work and economic growth

  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

  28.10.2024 - 31.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 03.11.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Anders Hjortman, Johnny Sved, Christel Holmlund-Norrén

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Tractor techonology and agricultural machinery BE22OT30-3003 02.09.2024-25.10.2024  3 credits  (BE24DA-E, ...) +-
  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
  Practical driving test

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Practical tractor driving test, grade approved or failed
  Written exam, grade 0 - 5

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  02.09.2024 - 25.10.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 03.11.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE24DA-E
  • ÖH24BEA-LED-R

  Seats

  5 - 30

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Bio Ekonomi, Lars Fridefors

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Practical training at Västankvarn Farm in Inkoo and at Total Farm in Snappertuna, Raseborg.

  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 24th of October at 12:30 - 15 in room C287

  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.

•   Water economy in cultivated fields BE22OT20-3002 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  3 credits  (BE23DA-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the water cycle and its importance for plant cultivation
  - can plan drainage and knows digital tools for this
  - knows methods for minimizing the load of the runoff on the watercourses
  - knows the water needs of different crops and can optimize irrigation technology
  - knows laws and regulations regarding ditching and irrigation

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  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
  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)

  Studerande uppfyller kursens mål, och i berörda kursförverkligande obligatoriska moment, på en god nivå.

  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, Växtnäring. 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. (not translated)

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DA-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Paul Riesinger

  Additional information

  Förkunskapskrav motsvarande kurserna:
  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

  Provtagningsarbete i fält, samt studiebesök och inbjudna arbetslivskontakter, enligt möjlighet (tidsresurser) och behov. (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 gemensamma arbetstillfällen (inventeringar, demonstrationer och övningar i fält samt föreläsningar och diskussioner, 28 timmar), egna arbeten (seminariearbete och presentation (22 timmar), självstudier enligt anvisad litteratur (20 timmar), repetition inför tentamen (9 timmar) samt tentamen (2 timmar). I kursen ingår 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 (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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  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)

  Närvaro under åtminstone 80 % av de gemensamma arbetstillfällena.
  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)

•   Water economy in cultivated fields BE22OT20-3003 28.04.2025-31.07.2025  3 credits  (ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - knows the water cycle and its importance for plant cultivation
  - can plan drainage and knows digital tools for this
  - knows methods for minimizing the load of the runoff on the watercourses
  - knows the water needs of different crops and can optimize irrigation technology
  - knows laws and regulations regarding ditching and irrigation

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  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
  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)

  Studerande uppfyller kursens mål, och i berörda kursförverkligande obligatoriska moment, på en god nivå.

  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, Växtnäring. 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

  Förkunskapskrav motsvarande kurserna:
  Odlingsjordar och jordbearbetning
  Marklära och markvård
  
  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

  28.04.2025 - 31.07.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 04.05.2025

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH24BEA-FLEX-V
  • ÖH23FLEX-BEA

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Lars Fridefors

  Additional information

  Vädertålig klädsel samt anteckningsmaterial vid fältarbete och 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

  Enligt validering. (not translated)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Provtagningsarbete i fält, samt studiebesök och inbjudna arbetslivskontakter, enligt möjlighet (tidsresurser) och behov. (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 gemensamma arbetstillfällen (inventeringar, demonstrationer och övningar i fält samt föreläsningar och diskussioner, 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 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 (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)

•   Wood Harvesting BE22VA30-3002 28.10.2024-05.01.2025  3 credits  (BE23DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can plan and lead wood harvesting operations
  - can plan wood harvesting sites based on topography, carrying capacity of the soil and water conservation
  - can take into account cultural heritage, relics of antiquity, important habitats and threatened species
  - can plan the storage of timber and wood fuel at forestry road side
  - knows how the harvesting of windthrown timber is carried out
  - understands the cost structure of logging

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Planning of wood harvesting operations
  Methods to harvest wood
  Quality assessment of wood harvesting operations
  Legal agreements, contracts, responsibilities and occupational safety in wood harvesting
  Consideration of biodiversity, cultural heritage and relics of antiquity in wood harvesting
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Decent work and economic growth

  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

  28.10.2024 - 05.01.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 27.10.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • BE23DS-E

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Johnny Sved, Johan Träskman

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Wood Harvesting BE22VA30-3003 28.10.2024-22.12.2024  3 credits  (ÖH23FLEX-BES, ...) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student
  - can plan and lead wood harvesting operations
  - can plan wood harvesting sites based on topography, carrying capacity of the soil and water conservation
  - can take into account cultural heritage, relics of antiquity, important habitats and threatened species
  - can plan the storage of timber and wood fuel at forestry road side
  - knows how the harvesting of windthrown timber is carried out
  - understands the cost structure of logging

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  Planning of wood harvesting operations
  Methods to harvest wood
  Quality assessment of wood harvesting operations
  Legal agreements, contracts, responsibilities and occupational safety in wood harvesting
  Consideration of biodiversity, cultural heritage and relics of antiquity in wood harvesting
  The course is based on several of the global sustainability goals, mainly the goal of Decent work and economic growth

  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

  28.10.2024 - 22.12.2024

  Enrollment date range

  15.06.2024 - 03.11.2024

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • ÖH23FLEX-BES
  • ÖH24BES-FLEX-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Anders Hjortman, Johnny Sved, Christel Holmlund-Norrén

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Bioeconomy

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in bioeconomy

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Wood processing BE22BE60-3001 03.03.2025-27.04.2025  5 credits  (BE22DS-E) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student:
  - can describe the structure and properties of the wood
  - can describe the main principles for the manufacturing processes in the forest industry
  - knows where wood products are used and the wood's carbon footprint in relation to other products for similar uses
  - understand the connection between the quality of the raw material and the end products.

  Prerequisites

  No prerequisites.

  Content of the study unit

  The structure and properties of wood
  Mechanical forest industry in Finland
  Processes in the mechanical forest industry
  Chemical forest industry in Finland
  Processes in the chemical forest industry
  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

  To be announced in Moodle.

  Teaching language

  Swedish

  Timing

  03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2024 - 09.03.2025

  • 5 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