Study Guide

Objective

On completion of the course the students understand the concept of design, build and test any prototype of a system according to given specifications. Students will know the requirements of operating conditions and the importance of usability in system design.

Students can design and manufacture printed circuit boards. They are familiar with 3D-design software and can design prototypes. They will understand the fundamentals of energy efficiency and its optimization in the context of subtainable development in electronics and transfer to green technology.

Content

Fundamentals of device design
Prototyping and testing
Printed circuit board design
3D-design in product development and prototyping
Fundamentals of energy efficiency and its optimization
Sustainable development and green technology

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has achieved the course objectives fairly. The student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development. The student has completed the required learning exercises in minimum requirement level. His/her competences have developed in a way that he/she may complete the remaining studies in the degree and finally work in a suitable job position related to this field.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. The student has completed the required learning exercises in good or satisfactory level. The student is able to define the course concepts and models and is able to justify the analysis. The student is able to apply their knowledge in study and work situations. The student understands the importance of expertise in their field and is able to analyze his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. The student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student has completed the required learning exercises in good or excellent level. The student is able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. The student is well prepared to apply their knowledge study and work situations. The student is are able to analyze the expertise in his/her field and the evolvement of their own expertise.