OrientationLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

On completion of the course, the student will be familiar with his/her studies, with the planning and construction field, and his/her future profession. The student will be able to contribute to his/her own studies and to work effectively according to co-operative principles. The student will be able to estimate the time frame needed for the studies. The student will also be able to estimate the effects of his/her actions. Student will understand the meaning of ethical aspects in both the studies and the profession (professional ethics).

Content

Methods of tudying, learning and evaluation.
Essential office tools (MS Office).
The electronic systems of the university of applied sciences.
Security instructions, labour legislation and essential rules of the university of applied sciences.
Student services.
Library and information services.
Curricula. Individual study plan and Accreditation of prior learning
Employment possibilities.
A visit to a planning office, if possible.
Essential companies, organizations, research institutes, magazines and other sources of knowledge in the field.
Methods to find a job, contracts of employment, contracts of training.
Internationality and international student exchange.
Basics of communication.
Visit to a building site.
Occupational safety card (optional).
If needeed mathematics extension studies.

Qualifications

No qualification demands.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student carries out the open learning studies in an approved manner.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Assessment is based on criteria Accepted/Failed. Marks will not be given.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Assessment is based on criteria Accepted/Failed. Marks will not be given.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student carries out the open learning studies in an approved manner. Student takes part to the learning sessions in a sufficient level.

Further information

Evaluation is: approved / failed
Participation in class lessons and returning the assignments on schedule are part of the grounds of the evaluation.