Academic year 2020 - 2021

•     Analysis of Food and Consumer Goods TX00EA31-3001 11.01.2021-14.03.2021  5 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student will put into practice the skills learnt in analytical chemistry, spectrometry and chromatography studies in the project of analysis of food and consumer goods. The aim is that the student group will find out the analytical "problem" / project topic based on the lessons learned. Student is able to work individually and in groups to carry out the project.

  Course contents

  The project is made for a suitable subject of analysis of food and consumer goods, and it is carried out in project groups.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student has worked actively in the project. The project has been completed and the results have been reported.

  Good

  The student is also able to:
  - write project plans and act either as a group leader or as an active member and is goal-oriented when implementing the project plan
  - work in the group and if necessary organize the work differently
  - present project plans and results orally and in writing to stakeholders
  
  The project has achieved the set goals.

  Excellent

  The student is also able to:
  - plan a quite wide and diverse project, which includes many tasks
  - familiarize himself/herself beforehand with a diverse range of sources and make a time schedule
  
  The project is completed and the results are reported in time. The project has achieved the set goals well.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Daniel C. Harris: Quantitative Chemical Analysis (8.-10. painos)
  Analyysiohjeet (not translated)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Tehtäviä liittyen analytiikkaan
  Projekti (not translated)

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Projektin arvioinnissaotetaan huomioon projektisuunnitelma, projektin toteutus ja posteri.
  
  Painotus:
  Itse- ja vertaisarviointi 50%
  Opettajien arviointi 50%
  
  Annetut tehtävät pitää palauttaa OMAan. Tekemättömät tehtävät alentavat kurssiarvosanaa 0,25-yksikköä/tehtävä. (not translated)

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  11.01.2021 - 14.03.2021

  Enrollment date

  30.11.2020 - 06.01.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Seats

  0 - 43

  Teacher(s)

  Jukka Niiranen, Mia Ruismäki

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Exam schedule

  Ei tenttiä. (not translated)

•     Askeleita urapolulla - Tekniikka (not translated) TX00EN51-3001 11.01.2021-23.05.2021  2 credits + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to identify key features of his/her professional competences.
  The student is able to utilize to some extent the knowledge and competences acquired during the course in his/her collaboration with employers and can relate some of the discussed topics to his/her experiences and observations.
  The student is able to draft suitable key documents for job search (CV and Cover Letter).

  Course contents

  The student will be able build his/her professional competence and profile in a goal-oriented manner and will know how to evaluate and describe his/her strengths as an expert in his/her professional field. He/she will identify the skills needs and relevant factors impacting his/her professional field and its future.

  Further information

  This course is open to students studying in
  - Automotive Engineering
  - Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering
  - Building Services Engineering
  - Civil Engineering
  - Construction Site Management
  - Electrical and Automation Engineering
  - Energy and Environmental Technology
  - Laboratory Sciences
  - Land Surveying
  - Mechanical Engineering

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Heidi Martin

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Virtual learning environment.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Virtual learning, independent learning and relfection.

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Completing all learning assignments with a Pass grade.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  11.01.2021 - 23.05.2021

  Enrollment date

  09.12.2020 - 09.05.2021

  • 2 credits

  Seats

  0 - 110

  Teacher(s)

  Tiina Aalto, Heidi Martin

  Further information for students

  This course is open to students studying in
  - Automotive Engineering
  - Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering
  - Building Services Engineering
  - Civil Engineering
  - Construction Site Management
  - Electrical and Automation Engineering
  - Energy and Environmental Technology
  - Laboratory Sciences
  - Land Surveying
  - Mechanical Engineering

  Unit, in charge

  School of Automotive and Mechanical Engineering

  Degree Programme

  Civil Engineering, Degree Programme in Construction Site Management, Automotive Engineering, Electrical and Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Degree Programme in Energy and Environmental Technology, Surveying, Laboratory Sciences, Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering, Building Services Engineering

  Virtual proportion

  2 credits

  Evaluation scale

  Hyväksytty/Hylätty

  Students use of time and load

  50h of work

  Location and Time

  Virtual learning at independent times.

•     Bachelor’s Thesis TX00BU29-3025 15.03.2021-31.12.2021  15 credits  (TXS18S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The objective of the Bachelor’s Thesis is for the student to demonstrate and develop the ability of applying professional skills and knowledge to a practical development assignment or project relevant to the profession and the working life.
  In Metropolia’s Bachelor’s Thesis the student learns and carries out development work, which is based on researched knowledge and other evidence and which concerns the development of professional
  competences or practices.
  On completion of the Bachelor’s Thesis the student will be able to
  • identify questions and needs for development in the professional field and the working life and to plan for their solutions
  • use reliable and confined information from various sources in the development work
  • apply professional skills and knowledge and use appropriate methods for the development task
  • execute a development project useful for the working life or the profession in an independent, responsible and collaborative manner
  • communicate in different stages of the work both to peers and to other audiences in a clear, well argumented and illustrative manner
  • report the results of the work, to assess them and to bring forth proposals for improvement in an appropriate way both in writing and in speech as well as visually.

  Course contents

  - ideation, planning work
  - applying theory into practice
  - argumentation, justifying your own ideas
  - methods
  - reflection
  - problem solving
  - writing skills, giving technical presentations
  - maturity test

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Thesis planning and work:
  - The student can follow the plan and schedule when being guided.
  Use of theory and appropriate methods:
  - The student can find knowledge of his or her own field to build the theory background for the study, but needs guiding in doing so.
  - The student needs guiding to select the appropriate methods to reach the goals of the work.
  Gaining results and their significance:
  - The student reaches some of the goals of the work and they are to some extent relevant to the professional field.
  Usability and feedback from the client:
  - The student reaches results which are partially usable by the client.
  Conclusions, critical evaluation:
  - The student can make some conclusions from the results of the work.
  Written report and oral presentation:
  - The student can prepare an understandable thesis report using the language guidelines, layout template and instructions.
  - The student can present the work orally and communicate in an appropriate way in the presentation.

  Good

  Thesis planning and work:
  - The student can create the plan and schedule and follow it through.
  Use of theory and appropriate methods:
  - The student can find knowledge of his or her own field to build the theory background for the study.
  - The student can select the appropriate methods to reach the goals of the work independently and can justify them.
  Gaining results and their significance:
  - The student reaches the main goals of the work and they are relevant to the professional field.
  Usability and feedback from the client:
  - The student reaches results which are usable by the client.
  Conclusions, critical evaluation:
  - The student can make correct and justified conclusions from the results of the work and can reflect on them critically.
  Written report and oral presentation:
  - The student can prepare a thesis report with an appropriate content and style of presentation. The student can focus the presentation to the reader and its context and can write fluently using the language guidelines. The student can structure the report clearly and logically.
  - In the oral presentation the student can communicate in appropriate way and illustrate the speech in multiple ways.

  Excellent

  Thesis planning and work:
  - The student can create the plan and schedule and follow it independently.
  Use of theory and appropriate methods:
  - The student structures the theory to support practise. The student uses multiple new sources of information.
  - The student can select the appropriate methods to reach the goals of the work and can justify them in a convincing way.
  Gaining results and their significance:
  - The student reaches the goals of the work. The student has solved a significant technical problem or produced new, significant information to the professional field.
  Usability and feedback from the client:
  - The student reaches results which are widely usable by the client.
  Conclusions, critical evaluation:
  - The student can make correct and justified conclusions from the results of the work and can reflect on them critically. The conclusions show the writer's own, new and interesting approach to the professional field.
  Written report and oral presentation:
  - The student can prepare a professional, fully finalised thesis report with an appropriate style of presentation. The student writes as a professional of the field in an illustrative and interesting way. The student can structure the report in an innovative and clear way.
  - In the oral presentation the student can communicate as an expert of the field in an illustrative, interesting way using visual presentation tools.

  Further information

  The areas and targets in the assessment of the Bachelor’s Thesis
  Professional competence and development
  • significance for the profession and the connection to professional practices
  • utilization of professional knowledge
  • development of professional competence
  • applicability in professional life
  The methods used and the results obtained
  • reliablility and ethics
  • validity and innovation
  • the usefulness of results
  • the management of the thesis process and the development work
  Communication and presentation
  • structure and form
  • the use of standard and professional language
  • the focus, clarity and consistency of the text and expressions
  • critical, analytical and reflective nature of communication
  • argumentation and use of reference sources

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  15.03.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  02.12.2020 - 31.12.2021

  • 15 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS18S1

  Seats

  0 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Petri Valve, Jukka Niiranen, Mia Ruismäki, Eija Koriseva, Jarmo Palm, Miika Kuivikko, Elina Hovila, Tiina Soininen, Pia-Tuulia Laine

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Bacterial Identification Project TX00BQ68-3007 24.08.2020-25.10.2020  5 credits  (TXS19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  In these studies the student acts a member of the project group and takes part in making the research plan to identify microbes. During the practical work he/she uses the most important biochemical, microbiological and molecular biological research techniques. The student learns how to report in a scientific way.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Microbiology and Professional English
  The Basics of Biosciences

  Course contents

  The most important research methods in microbiology and biochemistry that are related to the identification of microbes in practice (Different staining and culturing techniques; Determination of antibiotic resistance, enzyme reactions and protein concentration; Electrophoresis; PCR). Project plan and reporting.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student has worked actively in the project. The project has been completed and the results have been reported.

  Good

  In addition the the above, the student is also able to:
  - write project plans and act either as a project group leader or as an active member and be goal-driven when implementing the project plan
  - work in the group and if necessary organize the work differently
  - present project plans and results orally and in writing to stakeholders
  
  The project has achieved the set goals.

  Excellent

  The student is also able to:
  - plan a quite wide and diverse project, which includes many tasks
  - familiarize him/herself beforehand with diverse sources and make a time schedule
  
  The project is completed and the results are reported in time. The project has achieved the set goals well.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Lectures and protocols which are given later

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Project and team working
  Laboratory works
  Mastering Microbiology

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Laboratory working skills
  Project plan
  Project report and seminar
  Mastering Microbiology and other assignments

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  24.08.2020 - 25.10.2020

  Enrollment date

  04.05.2020 - 07.06.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS19S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Jarmo Palm, Tiina Soininen

  Further information for students

  KICK OFF lecture is given according to the schedule

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  Recognition of prior learning

  Work placement(s)

  FIMM (sequencing)

  Exam schedule

  Mastering Microbiology -assignments

•     Basics in Biosciences TX00BQ27-3011 15.03.2021-09.05.2021  5 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student knows and recognizes biomolecules, their functional groups and their ability to bond and form linkages. He/she understands how organic biomolecules form compounds and their features. He/she is able to recognize eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells and their features. He/she is familiar with genome structure, definition of the gene and gene regulation. The student can use basic equipment of biological laboratory.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Fundamentals of Chemistry 1
  Fundamentals of Chemistry 2
  Orientation to Field and Studies

  Course contents

  Structures, features and functions of biomolecules (lipids, carbohydrates, amino acids and proteins). Prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell structures. Different genome structures, genes (concepts and terms). Cell cycle, DNA replication and mutations. Transcription and translation.
  Operation at microbiological and biological laboratories; for example centrifugation, sterilization, small volume pipetting, concentration determination and aseptic techniques.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student can:
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - show that he/she has achieved the targets for core competence
  - follow safety instructions

  Good

  The student can:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate safely

  Excellent

  The student can:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - take safety issues into consideration in his actions

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Lectures
  Mastering Microbiology - E book

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Lectures
  Laboratory works

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Exam 50%
  Guided exercises 30%
  Laboratory works 20%

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  15.03.2021 - 09.05.2021

  Enrollment date

  30.11.2020 - 06.01.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Seats

  0 - 43

  Teacher(s)

  Jarmo Palm, Tiina Soininen

  Further information for students

  4 laboratory groups with 10 students

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  AHOT (not translated)

  Work placement(s)

  - (not translated)

•     Biochemistry TX00BQ66-3012 24.08.2020-25.10.2020  5 credits + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student will understand the function and the regulation of enzymes in the cell, and can explain the most important reactions of energy metabolism. The student knows what antibodies are and understands their use in analytics.
  The student knows the theories of the main biochemical research methods.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  The Basics of Biosciences

  Course contents

  The function of enzymes, kinetics, antibodies and their reactions, Energy metabolism and most important research methods in biochemistry. Enzyme kinetics -experiment in practice.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - search information from a variety of sources
  - display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the
  field
  - display learning in the key safety practices in the field
  - contribute his/her learning for the benefit of a group or project

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field consistently
  - find information and assess and use information sources with a
  critical eye
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - plan operations with safety in mind
  - be goal-oriented in working groups and projects

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
  - argue the use of his sources
  - argue a course of action on the basis of research information or
  findings
  - to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
  - organise and manage the operation of a group and project

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  24.08.2020 - 25.10.2020

  Enrollment date

  24.08.2020 - 24.08.2020

  • 5 credits

  Seats

  0 - 5

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Chromatography TX00EA32-3001 11.01.2021-14.03.2021  5 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student knows the principles of chromatography and the chromatography equipment. He/she is able to conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses by using a variety of chromatographic separation techniques.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Fundamentals of Chemistry 1
  Orientation to Studies in Laboratory

  Course contents

  1. Principles of chromatography
  2. Operational principles of gas and liquid chromatography
  3. Analysis by chromatography and reporting

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Students shows he/she knows the core competencies of the objectives and can use concepts and information in coherent manner. The student is able to do based on chromatographic analysis according to the instructions and prepare a work report, which contain all of the required sections. The results are indicated with right accuracy.

  Good

  Students will understand how the measurement conditions of the of the analysis will affect by GC and HPLC techniques. The student works carefully and purposefully doing analysis. The report is clear in structure and style. Students are able to make independent conclusions and results will include measurement uncertainty estimates.

  Excellent

  Students are able to apply the chromatographic separation techniques for different analytes. He/she knows how to change the measurement conditions in order to improve the separation of GC and HPLC technique. He/she works independently, on their own initiative and goal-oriented. He/she is able to plan and schedule the work in a reasonable. The language used in the report and discussion of the results are excellent.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  11.01.2021 - 14.03.2021

  Enrollment date

  30.11.2020 - 06.01.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Seats

  0 - 43

  Teacher(s)

  Jukka Niiranen, Mia Ruismäki

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Combination Techniques and Method Development TX00BQ31-3005 13.01.2021-13.03.2021  5 credits  (TXS18S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  In this course, the student will expand his/her knowledge of different analysis techniques and prevailing analytical methods. He/she will learn about the analytical possibilities they provide.
  The student is able to use literature to plan and develop a new analytical method. He/she is able to evaluate the method and develop it further.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Organic Chemistry and Analytics
  Environmental Analysis

  Course contents

  1. GC-MS and HPLC-MS –techniques and different ionization techniques related to them
  2. Mass separation techniques such as MS-MS, ion trap and Time Of Flight (TOF) and MALDI-TOF
  3. Method development

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student shows that he has achieved the targets for
  core competence.

  Good

  Student can use GC- and LC-MS equipments and is able to create analysis methods for them. He/She uses the concepts of instrumental methods fluently and understands the analytical opportunities of combination techniques.

  Excellent

  Student applies his professional expertise purposefully in practice. He/She uses the concepts and information of instrumental methods professionally and combines them into larger entities.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  13.01.2021 - 13.03.2021

  Enrollment date

  30.11.2020 - 06.01.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS18S1

  Seats

  0 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Jukka Niiranen, Miika Kuivikko

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Elective Studies TX00EL52-3001 26.10.2020-20.12.2020  15 credits + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Vapaasti valittavat opinnot ovat korkeakoulutasoisia opintoja. Opiskelija voi valita vapaasti valittavia opintoja Metropolian vapaasti valittaviksi opinnoiksi ilmoitetuista tutkintoon kuuluvista opintojaksototeutuksista tai muiden korkeakoulujen opetustarjonnasta. (not translated)

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  26.10.2020 - 20.12.2020

  Enrollment date

  02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020

  • 15 credits

  Seats

  0 - 5

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Engineering Swedish TX00BP91-3158 11.01.2021-14.03.2021  5 credits  (TXS19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  On completion of the course, the student will possess the written and oral language skills in the second domestic language that are necessary in their professional field, as required by national legislation (352/2003 8§).
  The student will be able to communicate in Swedish in professional contexts both in Finland and in the other Nordic countries, taking into account the cultural and linguistic backgrounds of the communication partners.
  The student will possess oral and written language and communication skills that are at least at the level B1 as defined in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. The student will be able to seek information related to his/her own professional field in various sources and convey information both orally and in writing.
  During their studies, the student will have formed a positive and realistic view of his/her language and communicative competence as well as skills and motivation to develop the competence further.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  The acquisition of professional language and communication competence in the second domestic language (Swedish) requires the starting level B1.1 as defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

  Course contents

  The course content will be tailored according to each Degree Programme or specialisation option.
  The contents of the course focus on field-specific oral and written exercises related to the following themes:
  • self-assessing one’s language and communication skills and developing learning strategies
  • education and career planning
  • organisations, working environments, tasks, processes and tools of the profession
  • field-related texts; increasing and activating the knowledge of technical terminology
  • key interactive communication situations: individual and group communication

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  In communication situations related to his/her field the student
  • Is able to cope in the most common general and specialised professional communication situations
  • Composes simple, though partly incoherent texts. Language errors may impair understanding but do not prevent the delivery of the message
  • Participates in simple spoken interaction but often needs help from the conversation partner
  • Uses basic general and technical terminology of his/her own field; however, inaccuracy and the influence of other languages may interfere with the delivery of the message.
  • Uses basic grammatical structures in a repetitious manner and partly incorrectly
  • Pronounces words mostly in a manner that can be understood, although the pronunciation deviates from that of the target language. Furthermore, the slow sentence rhythm makes the delivery of the message difficult.

  Good

  In communication situations related to his/her field the student
  • Succeeds relatively well in daily general and specialised professional discourse
  • Composes coherent texts that successfully communicate the intended meaning despite of grammatical errors and insufficient vocabulary
  • Takes initiative in familiar professional communication situations
  • Uses general and basic technical terminology of his/her own field relatively well. Lapses may occur in the choice of words or grammatical structures, but these do not cause misunderstanding
  • Pronounces in a manner that can be understood. Pauses in the sentence rhythm do not cause misunderstandings.

  Excellent

  In communication situations related to his/her field the student
  • Masters even varied and demanding general and specialised professional communication situations
  • Produces clear and detailed texts appropriate for the situation
  • Is an active participant in professional communication situations and allows for the requirements of the situation. Speaks fluently and effortlessly and takes the conversation partner into account
  • Uses technical and general terminology as well as grammatical structures diversely and almost without errors
  • Pronounces clearly, with a natural sentence rhythm
  • Pronounces clearly, with a natural sentence rhythm

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  11.01.2021 - 14.03.2021

  Enrollment date

  30.11.2020 - 06.01.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS19S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Anne Pajala

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Environmental Analysis TX00DJ76-3001 24.08.2020-25.10.2020  10 credits  (TXS18S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to apply the acquired analytical skills in analyzing air, water and soil samples. S/he knows how environmental samples are sampled and processed for chemical and microbiological analysis.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Chromatography
  Spectrometry
  Physical Chemistry
  Microbiology and Professional English

  Course contents

  Sampling and analysis of environmental samples according to standard methods, including chemical (e.g. radioactive isotopes, heavy metals with ICP-OES and ICP-MS techniques, VOC, POP and hydrocarbons with GC-MS/ECDs and LC-MS techniques) and microbiological analysis (molds and bacteria). Chemical and biological analysis of microbial diversity.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - apply professional knowledge in the field appropriately
  - find information and argue for the use of his/her sources
  - show that s/he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - find out the safety instructions concerning work assignments and to act in accordance with them

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field fluently and comprehensively
  - assess and use information sources and research information with a critical eye
  - operate in a range of work situations, also in international contexts
  - act responsibly in work duties, taking safety issues into consideration

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use theoretical and professional concepts and knowledge like an expert and combine them into larger entities
  - apply professional expertise
  - take responsibility for a professional process in its entirety
  - be goal-oriented and develop himself/herself as well as the project group

  Further information

  The module can be arranged partly or completely in English.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Lectures
  Virtual courses in Moodle (Metropolia) and Tabula (TAMK)
  Laboratory Exercices
  Project (Field Week)
  Excursions

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Exam (30 %) Jukka Niiranen
  Moodle-exercises of "Sampling and Chemical Analysis of Aquatic Env." (10%) Mia Ruismäki
  Moodle-exercises "Sampling and Chemical Analysis of Air" (10%) Esa Toukoniitty
  Moodle-exercises of "Sampling and Chemical Analysis Contaminated Soil" (10%) TAMK, Tiiti Kämäri
  Laboratory exercises and reports 30% Jukka Niiranen and Mia Ruismäki
  Project week in Harakka Island / Tampere / Breda 10% Miika Kuivikko

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  24.08.2020 - 25.10.2020

  Enrollment date

  04.05.2020 - 07.06.2020

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS18S1

  Seats

  0 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Jukka Niiranen, Mia Ruismäki, Jarmo Palm, Esa Toukoniitty, Miika Kuivikko

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Forensic Analysis TX00DJ75-3001 26.10.2020-20.12.2020  10 credits  (TXS18S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student knows how to sample and analyze forensic evidence. He/she knows how to use different chemical, physical and biological analysis techniques used in the forensic analysis.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Organic Chemistry and Analytics
  Gene Technique
  Synthesis Project

  Course contents

  1. Techniques of molecular biology and immunology: design and optimization of PCR reaction, real time PCR, sequencing and electrophoretic methods, ELISA
  2. Identification of human and animal species
  3. Body fluids
  4. Applications of instrumental methods (GC-MS, LC-MS) used in forensic analysis, e.g. explosives, drugs and fire debris.
  5. Microscopy: structure of equipment, function and applications (optical and electron microscopy), preparation and analysis of different microscopic samples
  6. Crime scene

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - apply professional knowledge in the field appropriately
  - find information and argue for the use of his/her sources
  - show that s/he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - find out the safety instructions concerning work assignments and to in accordance with them

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field fluently and comprehensively
  - assess and use information sources and research information with a critical eye
  - operate in a range of work situations, also in international contexts
  - act responsibly in work duties, taking safety issues into consideration

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use theoretical and professional concepts and knowledge like an expert and combine them into larger entities
  - apply professional expertise
  - take responsibility for a professional process
  in its entirety
  - be goal-oriented and to develop himself/herself and the project group

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  Mode of delivery

  90% Face-to-face, 10% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Jackson et al. (2017): Forensic Science, 4th Edition. Pearson.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Lectures, lab exercises, assignments

  Assessment methods and criteria

  The final grade will be determined
  20 % learning diaries
  30 % crime scene report
  50 % lab reports and assignments

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  26.10.2020 - 20.12.2020

  Enrollment date

  04.05.2020 - 07.06.2020

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS18S1

  Seats

  0 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Eija Koriseva, Opettaja Laboratorioanalytiikka, Jarmo Palm, Miika Kuivikko, Tiina Soininen

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Virtual proportion

  1 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  NA

  Work placement(s)

  Expert lectures from the research institutes

  Exam schedule

  No final exam if all the assignments are passed

  International connections

  Due to corona epidemic no international lecturers or students attending the course. The course is designed together with international partner universities.

  Students use of time and load

  Weekly assignments

•     Fundamentals of Chemistry 1 TX00DJ97-3004 26.10.2020-20.12.2020  5 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student will adopt both theoretical and practical skills for using analytical methods and she/he will learn to benefit from these in his/her studies and later in the working life.
  The student knows the principles of formation and structure of organic compounds. He/she is able to name and draw organic compounds and understands the fundamentals of organic reactions.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Math and Science Basics 1
  Orientation to Field and Studies

  Course contents

  Acid-base equilibria, pH, buffer solutions
  2. Gravimetric analysis
  3. Titrimetric analysis (acid-base-, complexometric -, precipitation-, redox- and potentiometric titrations)
  4. Structure and nomenclature of organic compounds
  
  5. Fundamentals of organic reactions and reaction mechanism

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student
  1. knows how to prepare different chemical solutions
  2. knows the principles of gravimetric analysis
  3. knows titrations based on different reaction types and is able to calculate the amount of analyte in the sample after sample treatment and based on the direct titration.
  4. reports the results with the right number of significant figures
  5. knows the principles of the structure and nomenclature of organic compounds.
  6. knows the different reaction types and the fundamentals of reaction mechanism.

  Good

  The student:
  1. understands the solution equilibria
  2. understands the importance of different factors in doing gravimetric analyses.
  3. understands the more complex analytical processes such as the back-and indirect titrations. The student is able to determine titration end points with the first and second derivate.
  4. understands how the structure affects the properties of an organic compound and is able to name organic compounds.
  5. understands how the different compounds react and the fundamentals of reaction mechanism.

  Excellent

  The student:
  1. is able to calculate the buffer solution equilibrium calculations and prepare buffer solutions without further instructions.
  2. is able to apply the theory and practice of gravimetric analysis
  3. understands the solution equilibria and the theoretical basis of the analysis. The student knows the factors that influence the success of the analysis.
  4. is able to name polyfuctional organic compounds.
  5. is able to explain with the reaction type and reaction mechanism a reaction product

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Daniel C. Harris: "Quantitative Chemical Analysis" (9. painos)
  (samat teoriat ja laskutehtävät ovat myös vanhemmissa painoksissa, tosin tehtävänumerot ovat usein erit) (not translated)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Aktivoivat luennot (analyyttinen kemia) ja verkkotehtävät (orgaaninen kemia) (not translated)

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Painotus: Analyyttinen kemia (Mia) 60%, Orgaaninen kemia (Esa) 40%
  
  Analyyttinen kemia: Liuoslaskutentissä kaikki tehtävät pitää olla oikein. Lopputentissä hyväksytyn suorituksen raja on 50 % pisteistä. Laskuharjoituksista saa lopputenttiin pisteitä seuraavasti: 90-100 % tehtävistä tehty 5 pistettä, 80-89% 4 pistettä, 70-79% 3 pistettä jne. (not translated)

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  26.10.2020 - 20.12.2020

  Enrollment date

  04.05.2020 - 30.08.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Seats

  0 - 43

  Teacher(s)

  Jukka Niiranen, Mia Ruismäki, Esa Toukoniitty

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Exam schedule

  Analyyttisen kemian tentti (Mian osuus) pidetään ti 15.12.2020 klo 11-13.
  
  Kaksi uusintatenttiä pidetään kevätlukukaudella 2021. Ajankohdat ilmoitetaan myöhemmin. (not translated)

•     Fundamentals of Chemistry 1 TX00DJ38-3008 24.08.2020-25.10.2020  5 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  After completion of the course the student understands the essential concepts related to the structure of elements and compounds. He/she is also able to conduct basic calculations concerning the amount of substance, irreversible reactions, the contents of solutions and the pH of strong acids and bases. In addition, he/she is familiar with the behavior of element groups on a general level and with the most important organic compounds and their naming.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  No previous knowledge required.

  Course contents

  1. Atomic structure, periodic table.
  2. Chemical bonding.
  3. Amount of substance, stoichiometry of compounds.
  4. States of matter, simple calculations based on the ideal gas law.
  5. Heterogeneous and homogeneous mixtures, calculation of contents.
  6. Chemical reaction equation, stoichiometry of reactions.
  7. The concepts of acids and bases, the pH of strong acids and bases.
  8. Chemistry of element groups.
  9. Introduction to organic chemistry: types of compounds, functional groups, basics of naming.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student
  
  - knows the basic concepts of chemistry, is able to conduct basic calculations and shows that he or she has reached the goals of core competence

  Good

  The student:
  - has become familiar with the concepts and principles of chemistry. He or she is able to explain and interpret chemical formulae and equations related to chemical phenomena.

  Excellent

  The student
  
  - can use basic concepts and knowledge logically and solve applied exercises of chemistry related to his or her study field

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Hänninen, Karppinen, Leskelä ja Pohjakallio: Tekniikan kemia (14. uudistettu painos, 2018, Edita)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Activating lectures and exercises.

  Assessment methods and criteria

  The evaluation is based on the exam and activity in doing the tasks.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  24.08.2020 - 25.10.2020

  Enrollment date

  04.05.2020 - 30.08.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Seats

  0 - 125

  Teacher(s)

  Jukka Niiranen, Mia Ruismäki

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  If you have previous studies, you can take an exam on xxx by Moodle (online).
  Grading scale: 1-5.

  Exam schedule

  1. osatentti pidetään ke 9.9.2020 klo 14 Myyrmäessä tilassa MMC312 (Mia)
  2. osatentti pidetään pe 16.10 klo 10 Myyrmäessä tilassa MMC312 (Jukka)
  
  Tenttien jälkeen pidetään kaksi uusintatenttikertaa (tentitään kerralla koko koealue), jolloin voi myös korottaa kurssin arvosanaa. Ajankohdat sovitaan myöhemmin. (not translated)

•     Gene Technology TX00BQ67-3006 24.08.2020-25.10.2020  5 credits  (TXS19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student understands the basics of gene technology in theory and practice. S/he understands the significance of DNA techniques in fingerprinting and GMO analyses. The student is familiar with the Finnish law and regulations and has considered ethical issues regarding gene technology.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  The Basics of Biosciences

  Course contents

  Cloning methods and vector structures in DNA technology. DNA amplification-, hybridization- and sequencing methods and RNAi techniques. Gene technology ethics, Finnish law and regulations, risk analyses.
  The student can isolate, purify and characterize nucleic acids in laboratory works (for example AGE, PCR, digestions, transformation, plasmid isolation).

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - search information from a variety of sources
  - display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the
  field
  - display learning in the key safety practices in the field
  - to contribute his learning for the benefit of a group or project

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - find information and assess and use information sources with a
  critical eye
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - plan operations with safety in mind
  - be goal-oriented in working groups and projects

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
  - argue the use of his sources
  - argue a course of action on the basis of research information or
  findings
  - to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
  - organise and manage the operation of a group and project

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Lectures

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Interactive lecture
  Laboratory works as a part of BIP project
  Small group tutorials

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Exam and guided exercises

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  24.08.2020 - 25.10.2020

  Enrollment date

  04.05.2020 - 07.06.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS19S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Opettaja Laboratorioanalytiikka, Jarmo Palm, Tiina Soininen

  Further information for students

  N/A

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  Recognition of prior learning

  Work placement(s)

  FIMM, NGS sequencing

  Content periodicity

  Theory 1,5 ECTS and labs 3,5 ECTS.

•     Innovation Project XX00BH18-3384 24.08.2020-20.12.2020  10 credits  (TXS18S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  On completion of the course the student can
  - Develop practical, creative and innovative solutions, practices and services with multidisciplinary partners to meet the diverse needs in the Helsinki Metropolitan area.
  The student participates in project or network-based work and applies his or her expertise in regional, national or international development work.
  - Use his or her personal skills and abilities to work and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.
  - Create a culture of cooperation and negotiation with the team members and other actors.
  - Use his or her skills in problem solving, collaboration and communication to support the social development and joint decision making of the team.

  Course contents

  Project and innovation work: brainstorming, planning, implementing, assessing, communicating, publishing, product development and marketing.
  Cooperative skills, interest group activities and networking.
  Innovative work methods.
  Areas of communal development skills: development processes, coordinating and managing development, reforming the development concepts.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student knows the principles of project and network-based work.
  The student recognizes his/her own project- and network-based work competences.
  The student uses co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student can develop together with the other actors solutions and modes of operation to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Good

  The student uses the principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work.
  The student uses his or her co-operation and communication skills well in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student helps to set-up a cooperative negotiation culture with other actors in the field. The student uses his/her personal skills and abilities to contribute to the work of a multidisciplinary team.
  The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Excellent

  The student's ability to use principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work is on a high level.
  The student is able to analyse and develop his/her co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student understands cooperative negotiation culture and helps to build it with the other actors.
  The student is able to analyse and develop his/her professional competence and put it in the service of a multidisciplinary team.
  The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Further information

  Assessment is focused on the work carried out during the course, the gained knowledge upon the completion of the course, meeting the course goals and creating innovative solutions.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Lectures
  Literature which is needed in a project

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Learning by developing
  Innovation pedagogy
  Project-based learning
  Co-op pedagogy
  Seminars
  Lessons and literature

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Project report
  Learning assigments in languages (Finnish and English)
  Participation in seminars
  Active participation in group work
  Proactivity, motivation

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  24.08.2020 - 20.12.2020

  Enrollment date

  04.05.2020 - 07.06.2020

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS18S1

  Seats

  0 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Jukka Niiranen, Petri Valve, Mia Ruismäki, Jarmo Palm, Miika Kuivikko, Patrik Paxal, Elina Hovila, Tiina Soininen

  Further information for students

  -

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  -

  Work placement(s)

  Open challenge/ problem from work life.

  Exam schedule

  -

  International connections

  Co-operation with exchange students

  Students use of time and load

  2 ects Communicational skills in Finnish
  2 ects Professional English
  6 ects Research project in a team

•     Introductory Project and Professional Communication TX00EC47-3002 26.10.2020-20.12.2020  5 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The course will provide a general outlook of the duties of the professionals and the needed information and skills for their execution. The students can act as individuals and as group members to complete the assignments. They know the work related and problem solving methods as well as the basic principles of project work. The students know the concepts used when creating products, processes, services or systems; they can also communicate with the colleagues and various interest groups. The students know the information source types in the field, can acquire data and critically assess it from various angles. The students will orient themselves and become motivated towards the professional studies.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  The student has participated in Orientation to Field and Studies

  Course contents

  The students will learn the practices of the field by completing a small scale project related to a product, process, service, or a system. The topic of the project is related to the degree programme and it is executed in project groups.
  
  Expert-level text skills and writing of professional texts.?Interaction skills: customer communication, group work and negotiation situations. Communication in project and in research and development work. Communication planning and assessment. Good practices of digital communication. Fundamentals of scientific writing. Ethical and critical use of sources, and proper referencing.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The students can
  - describe the duties of the professional as well as the used work methods and problem solving skills and data sources
  - explain how a project is managed and how the tasks of the project are intertwined
  - describe one's part of the group work and co-operate in a group
  - plan the use of resources and complete one's duties on time
  - describe the group activities and the results
  The project work is completed and the results are reported

  Good

  In addition to the previous, the students can
  - make the project plan for the group and act as a leader of the project group or as an active member and execute the plan according to the set goals
  - work with the group and reorganize work if need arises
  - point out the quality assurance principles and results of the group
  - present the plans and the results of the group both in speaking and writing
  The project has met the assigned goals.

  Excellent

  In addition to the previous, the students can
  - plan a versatile project on a large scale, which entails several subtaks
  - prepare for the project work by consulting diverse sources and by scheduling the work
  - plan the quality assurance principles of the whole project
  The project is completed and the results are reported by meeting the planned schedules; the assigned goals are met in an excellent way.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Sojakka & Välimäki (2020): Ammatillinen mikrobiologia. Opetushallitus.
  Korkeala, toim. (2007): Elintarvikehygienia. Sanoma Pro Oy. (not translated)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Ohjattu projekti, jossa opitaan kemiallisia ja mikrobiologisia analyysejä (not translated)

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Viestintä 33 % (Elina)
  Vertais- ja itsearviointi 33%
  Laboratoriotyöt ja selostukset 33% (Jarmo ja Mia) (not translated)

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  26.10.2020 - 20.12.2020

  Enrollment date

  04.05.2020 - 30.08.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Seats

  0 - 43

  Teacher(s)

  Mia Ruismäki, Jarmo Palm, Elina Hovila

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Math and Science Basics 1 TX00BQ15-3092 24.08.2020-25.10.2020  5 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  On completion of the course, the student has the basic mathematical and science skills needed to understand physical and chemical phenomena related to construction.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  None

  Course contents

  The course
  - covers typical expressions and equations appearing in physics, chemistry and other subjects related to the profession
  - teaches quantities, units and unit conversions
  - introduces basic concepts and properties of functions, as well as applications of functions in describing and analysing motion, for example
  - prepares the students for interpreting and producing graphical presentations
  - shows how to use the computer as an aid in calculations.
  The specific content of the course depends on the degree programme.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student recognizes the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course, and can solve simple problems.

  Good

  The student can apply the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course to simple scientific or technical problems.

  Excellent

  The student can apply the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course to more advanced scientific or technical problems.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  24.08.2020 - 25.10.2020

  Enrollment date

  04.05.2020 - 30.08.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Seats

  0 - 43

  Teacher(s)

  Eija Koriseva

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Mathematics and Physics in Chemical Analysis TX00DJ79-3004 26.10.2020-20.12.2020  5 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  On completion of the course, the student has a deepened understanding of the topics introduced in Math and Science Basics 1. The student can understand how physical phenomena are related to the laboratory analysis and gains a deeper understanding of a natural scientific phenomenon that underlies a technical application. Student can apply scientific methods in laboratory analytics problems. Student can use Excel applied to the laboratory analysis.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Student has participated to the course of Basic science 1

  Course contents

  1. Excel-exercises integrated to the course of analytical chemistry in laboratory analytics (derivation of the titration curve, regression analysis, using the logarithmic scale in laboratory analysis
  2. Basic probability, random variables, common probabilty distributions applied to the problems in laboratory analysis.
  3. Derivation and integration in laboratory analysis
  4. Kinematics: motion in one dimension
  5. Dynamics: Newton’s laws 1 - 3
  6. Energy and power
  7. Circular motion
  8. Pressure of fluids
  9. Arkhimedes principle
  10. Flow of fluids
  11. Viscosity
  12. Temperature
  13. Thermal expansion
  14. Heat capacity and chemical calorimetry
  15. Heat transfer
  16. Electric current and basic DC circuits (Ohm’s law)

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student recognizes the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course, and can solve simple problems related to the laboratory analysis. Student knows the basic functions of Excel program needed in the laboratory analytics.

  Good

  The student can apply the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course to common scientific or technical problems in laboratory analytics. Student can use the Excel to make various graphs in the assignments in the laboratory analysis.

  Excellent

  The student can apply the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course to more advanced scientific or technical problems in the area of laboratory analysis. Student can use Excel in statistical analysis related to the problems in the laboratory analysis.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Math:
  Phys: Material will be uploaded on OMA.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Lessons, guided assignments and homework problems

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Final grade is based on math 60%, phys 40%

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  26.10.2020 - 20.12.2020

  Enrollment date

  04.05.2020 - 30.08.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Seats

  0 - 43

  Teacher(s)

  Jukka Niiranen, Eija Koriseva

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Work placement(s)

  N/A

  International connections

  N/A

  Students use of time and load

  Total workload 5 cr = 138 h

  Content periodicity

  Math:
  1. Excel-exercises integrated to the course of analytical chemistry in laboratory analytics (derivation of the titration curve, regression analysis, using the logarithmic scale in laboratory analysis
  2. Basic probability, random variables, common probabilty distributions applied to the problems in laboratory analysis.
  3. Derivation and integration in laboratory analysis
  
  Physics:
  Kinematics: motion in one dimension
  Dynamics: Newton’s laws 1 - 3
  Energy and power
  Circular motion
  Pressure of fluids
  Arkhimedes principle
  Flow of fluids
  Viscosity
  Temperature
  Thermal expansion
  Heat capacity and chemical calorimetry
  Heat transfer
  Electric current and basic DC circuits (Ohm’s law)

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Grade 1-2. The student recognizes the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course, and can solve simple problems related to the laboratory analysis. Student knows the basic functions of Excel program needed in the laboratory analytics.

  Good

  Grade 3-4. The student can apply the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course to common scientific or technical problems in laboratory analytics. Student can use the Excel to make various graphs in the assignments in the laboratory analysis.

  Excellent

  Grade 5. The student can apply the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course to more advanced scientific or technical problems in the area of laboratory analysis. Student can use Excel in statistical analysis related to the problems in the laboratory analysis.Grade

  Approved / Failed

  Vähintään x% maksimipisteistä, fysiikka vähintään x% (not translated)

•     Microbiology and Professional English TX00EA95-3001 15.03.2021-09.05.2021  5 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student has an understanding of the microbial world and its presence almost everywhere. He/she knows the different cell types and microbial classes, their most important properties and the principles for identifying microorganisms. The student knows the factors that have an influence on growth and how to measure growth.
  
  The students communicate fluently and effectively in English in their studies and in the professional discourse of their own field. They can also apply their English skills to the development of their professional competence. The students can acquire, process, and convey information necessary in their own field both orally and in writing, using different sources. The students form a realistic view of their linguistic and communicative competence and a positive attitude to developing this competence as a part of their professional expertise.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Introductory Project

  Course contents

  Classification principles in microbiology, Cultivation and staining techniques and Basic principles in microscopy.
  
  The contents of the course focus on the following English themes with field-specific emphasis:
  - key interactive communication situations: individual and group communication
  - key concepts and terminology
  - textual conventions and documents
  - acquisition, processing, application and conveyance of information
  - self-assessing one’s language and communication skills and developing learning strategies

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student can in Microbiology:
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - show that he / she has achieved the targets for core competence
  
  In English communication situations related to their field the students:
  - trust their communication skills to manage professional communication events using inquiries and relatively short speech acts
  - understand the communication partner enough to be able to act and verbalize in accordance with the task in question
  - express their thoughts simply, mainly coherently, and relatively understandably, even if there may be deficiencies in professional terminology and structural inaccuracies, which may interfere with full understanding
  - draw up simple, formatted texts independently and extensive texts using linguistic aids

  Good

  The student can in Microbiology:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  
  In English communication situations related to their field the students:
  - trust their communication skills to manage in the professional context in line with the objectives set for the task
  - exchange ideas as equal partners with independent language users
  - take the initiative in professional discourse and can, to some degree, take into account participants’ cultural and language backgrounds and the demands of the context
  - express themselves promptly in a clear and detailed manner
  - use professional terminology to the point
  - pronounce English clearly with matching stress and intonation
  - produce texts for different purposes, where linguistic inaccuracy does not interfere with understanding

  Excellent

  The student can in Microbiology:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  
  In English communication situations related to their field the students:
  - trust their communications skills to allow them to take initiative in communication events following the discourse practice of the field
  - interact clearly and fluently as equal partners with a proficient speaker
  - take initiative also in demanding professional communications where participants’ cultural and language backgrounds need to be taken into account
  - express themselves effectively and accurately
  - use professional terminology to the point
  - pronounce English clearly, with stress and rhythm matching the total message
  - have the ability to produce several genres, which are clear, well structured, and effective

  Further information

  The course is carried out mainly in English.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  15.03.2021 - 09.05.2021

  Enrollment date

  30.11.2020 - 06.01.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Seats

  0 - 43

  Teacher(s)

  Petri Valve, Jarmo Palm

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Organic Chemistry and Analytics TX00BS54-3007 15.03.2021-09.05.2021  5 credits  (TXS19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student knows the organic reaction mechanisms, and is able to conclude on their basis the reaction products in organic reactions.
  
  The student understands how the reaction mechanisms are utilized in the design of synthesis and in their implementation.
  The student knows the basics of qualitative analysis of organic compounds, knows the working principles of IR, MS and NMR equipment and the interpretation of spectroscopic data

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Fundamentals of Chemistry 1
  Fundamentals of Chemistry 2
  Spectrometry

  Course contents

  1. The basics of IR, MS and NMR spectrometry equipment and their working principle
  2. The basics of IR, MS and NMR spectra interpretation
  3. The principles of organic reaction mechanisms
  4. The reaction series and retro-synthetic analysis

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student
  1. knows the basics of IR- and MS -spectrometric measurements, the operating principles of the equipment and the different sample preparation techniques
  2. knows how to identify different simple organic compounds by using IR- MS- and NMR-spectra.
  3. knows how to perform IR- and MS-measurements and to draw up a report that includes the required sections
  4. knows how different functional groups will react, the basics of reaction mechanisms and how molecular structure affects the course of the reaction
  5. knows the importance of the reaction series in preparation or analysis of a compound

  Good

  The student
  1. understands the basics of IR- and MS -spectrometric measurements, the operating principles of equipment and the different sample preparation techniques
  2. knows how to identify the structure of different simple unknown organic compounds by IR- MS- and NMR-spectra.
  3. works carefully and purposefully when making the measurements, and is able to make independent conclusions. The report is clear in structure and language
  4. knows how different functional groups will react, their reaction mechanisms and how molecular structure affects the course of the reaction
  5. understands the importance of the reaction series in the preparation or in the analysis of a compound

  Excellent

  The student
  1. is able to evaluate the different methods, sample techniques and device parameters’ impact on the IR and MS spectrometry measurements, knows different sample preparation techniques.
  2. is able to identify complex structures of the unknown compound by MS and NMR spectra
  3. works independently, on their own initiative and is goal-oriented. He/she is able to plan and schedule the work in a reasonable way. The language used in the report and discussion of the results are excellent.
  4. knows how different functional groups will react, their reaction mechanisms and is able to deduce the reaction product from molecular structure and reagents.
  5. knows how to use reaction series and retrosystesis to plan production of compounds while developing problem-solving skills.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Kurssilla käytetään oppikirjaa McMurry/Simanek, Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry, 6th ed., International Student Edition, Thomson Brooks/Cole, 2007.
  
  Kappaleet: 4,5,7,8,9,10,12,13,14,16. (not translated)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Etäopetus
  Laboratoriotyöskentely (not translated)

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  15.03.2021 - 09.05.2021

  Enrollment date

  30.11.2020 - 06.01.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS19S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Esa Toukoniitty

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Orientation to Field and Studies TX00BQ17-3076 24.08.2020-25.10.2020  5 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students are aware of their work opportunities as well as the contents of their major and the degree programme. They know the key companies and actors in the field as well as their functions. The students master the key guidelines in their fields, for instance security guidelines, labor legislation etc. They know what being international means in their own field.
  The students recognize their strenghts and aspects in need of development and they know how to develop their skills in learning and studying. The students can use the key programs in office tools. The students master the physical and social study environments as well as the key regulations of Metropolia University of Applied Sciences. They also know how to plan their own study paths and how to ensure the progress of their studies. The students are familiar with the student services provided by Metropolia University of Applied Sciences and know the key data systems with respect to their studies.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  No previous knowledge required.

  Course contents

  - work life related information in the field
  - the key learning goals of the degree program
  - induction to the key regulations and work practices in the field
  - learning and study skills
  - fundamentals of using office tool programs
  - physical and social study environment
  - key rules and regulations of Metropolia University of Applied Sciences
  - study practices
  - curricula and planning studies
  -student services, for instance, student office, student's union, student well fare, the library, data administration services, international services
  -fundamentals of technical writing

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Upon completion of the course, the students know the above mentioned aspects aligned with the course goals.

  Good

  Upon completion of the course, the students know the above mentioned aspects aligned with the course goals.

  Excellent

  Upon completion of the course, the students know the above mentioned aspects aligned with the course goals.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  24.08.2020 - 25.10.2020

  Enrollment date

  04.05.2020 - 30.08.2020

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Seats

  0 - 43

  Teacher(s)

  Jukka Niiranen, Liisa Heikkilä, Miika Kuivikko

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Physical Chemistry TX00BS55-3006 15.03.2021-09.05.2021  5 credits  (TXS19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students will learn the fundamentals of physical chemistry so that they can apply their knowledge in subject studies and make use of their skills for future tasks.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Mathematics and Physics in Chemical Analysis

  Course contents

  1. Energy transfer in chemical reactions and phase transition.
  2. The spontaneity of a chemical reaction and balance.
  3. Chemical equilibrium, phase equilibrium, crystallization, extraction, distillation, and colligative properties.
  4. The factors affecting the rate of chemical reactions and reaction kinetics.
  5. Basics of surface chemistry: dispersion, colloids, surface-active agents and viscosity.
  6. Basics of electrochemistry and analytical techniques

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student shows that he/she knows the core competencies of the objectives and can use concepts and information in a coherent manner. The student is able to do the physical chemistry measurements according to the instructions, look at the results and prepare reports, which contain all of the required sections.

  Good

  The student is able to understand the effect of the measurement conditions. The student works carefully and purposefully in the laboratory. The report is clear in structure and style. The student is able to make independent conclusions and the results will include measurement uncertainty estimates.

  Excellent

  The student is able to apply the physical chemistry methods for different reactions. He/she works independently, on his/her own initiative and is goal-oriented. He/she is able to plan and schedule the work in a reasonable way. The language used in the report and discussion of the results is excellent.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  15.03.2021 - 09.05.2021

  Enrollment date

  30.11.2020 - 06.01.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS19S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Jukka Niiranen

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Protein Production and Purification TX00BQ33-3005 13.01.2021-13.03.2021  10 credits  (TXS18S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Student can design and conduct protein production from a DNA molecule to a purified and analyzed end product.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Biochemical Analysis

  Course contents

  - cloning and protein production
  - cell culture techniques
  - protein purification methods: precipitation, chromatographic and electrophoretic techniques
  - combination techniques in characterization of the end product

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - apply professional knowledge in the field appropriately
  - find information and argue for the use of his sources
  - show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - find out the safety instructions concerning work assignments and to act in accordance with them

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field fluently and comprehensively
  - assess and use information sources and research information with a critical eye
  - operate in a wide range of work situations
  - act responsibly in work duties, taking safety issues into consideration

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use theoretical and professional concepts and knowledge like an expert and combine them into larger entities
  - apply professional expertise in new situations
  - take responsibility for a professional process in its entirety
  - be goal-oriented while developing himself/herself and working life

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Lectures

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Lectures
  Learning assignments
  Laboratory works

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Exams 60%
  Assignments 10%
  Report and Laboratory notes 30%

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  13.01.2021 - 13.03.2021

  Enrollment date

  30.11.2020 - 06.01.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS18S1

  Seats

  0 - 35

  Teacher(s)

  Jarmo Palm, Tiina Soininen

  Further information for students

  Protein production and characterization / Tiina Soininen
  Cell culturing / Jarmo Palm

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Work placement(s)

  -

  Content periodicity

  Protein production and characterization
  Cell culturing

•     Quality Assurance of Analysis and Laboratory Equipment Maintenance TX00BQ21-3006 11.01.2021-14.03.2021  10 credits  (TXS19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student will comprehend the laboratory quality systems (for example SFS-EN ISO/IEC 17025) and the significance of its components with regard to the reliability of analysis results. The student also knows the demands of proper documentation and filing. The student is able to visualize and interpret statistical data. The student knows confidence intervals, several statistical tests, regression analysis, and can apply these in solving typical simple applications of his/her own field. S/he can validate analytical methods: prepare validation plans, make statistical calculations and write validation reports. The student can perform service and maintenance duties of different analytical equipment and test the operational performance of devices.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Mathematics and Physics in Chemical Analysis
  Chromatography
  Spectrometry

  Course contents

  1. Quality systems in a laboratory
  2. Quality assurance of an analysis
  3. Analytical method validation in practice
  4. Quality assurance and maintenance of the laboratory instruments and equipment
  5. Statistical methods used in the laboratory

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to display learning in core content and uses individual professional concepts and knowledge correctly.

  Good

  The student is able to maintain the laboratory equipment and validate the analytical methods. The student uses concepts of the statistical methods and quality assurance fluently and understands the possibilities of the statistical tests.

  Excellent

  The student is able to apply his/her professional skills in practice. S/he uses the concepts and knowledge in quality assurance professionally.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  - Daniel C. Harris: Quantitative Chemical Analysis (8. painos)
  - Ellison, Stephen L. R., Farrant, Trevor J., Barwick, Vicki J.: Practical Statistics for Analytical Scientist A Bench Guide (2009), e-book for free in Metropolia UAS

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Contact teaching, computer excercises, learming assignments, projects (validation)

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Exam Statistics 40% (Eija Koriseva)
  Exam Quality 10% (Mia Ruismäki)
  Validation plan, report and presentation 30%
  "Maintenance of equipment" reports 20%

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  11.01.2021 - 14.03.2021

  Enrollment date

  30.11.2020 - 06.01.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS19S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Mia Ruismäki, Eija Koriseva, Miika Kuivikko

  Further information for students

  Mian laatuosuuden OMAssa olevat tehtävät ovat pakollisia. Puuttuvista tehtävistä laatu-tentin arvosana pienenee 0,25 yksikköä/puuttuva tehtävä. (not translated)

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Exam schedule

  Laatu-osuuden (1 op, Mia) Moodle-tentti pidetään to 4.3 klo 8 (uusinnat ilmoitetaan myöhemmin) (not translated)

•     Spectrometry TX00EA33-3001 11.01.2021-14.03.2021  5 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student knows the basics of spectrometry and the structures and operating principles of spectrophotometers. He/she is able to measure absorption spectra with a UV-Vis spectrophotometer and to conduct quantitative analysis. He/she knows how the UV-Vis spectrum is formed.The student is able to calculate the parameters describing the absorption of light.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Fundamentals of Chemistry 1
  Orientation to Studies in Laboratory Sciences

  Course contents

  1. Basics of spectrometry
  2. UV-Vis-, fluorescence- and AAS-spectrophotometer operational principles
  3. The spectrophotometric measurements and interpretation of results.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student shows that he/she knows the core competencies of the objectives and can use concepts and information in a coherent manner. The student is able to do spectrometric analysis according to the instructions and prepare work reports, which contain all the required sections. The results are indicated with the correct accuracy.

  Good

  The student is able to understand how the measurement conditions will affect the analysis by UV-Vis-, fluorescence- and atomic absorption spectrophotometers. The student is goal-oriented and works carefully in the laboratory. The report is clear in structure and style. The student is able to make independent conclusions and the results will include measurement uncertainty estimates.

  Excellent

  Student is able to apply the theory in practice, and select the measurement conditions for the analysis by UV-Vis-, fluorescence- and atomic absorption spectrophotometers. He/she works independently, on his/her own initiative and is goal-oriented. He/she is able to plan and schedule the work in a reasonable way. The language used in the report and discussion of the results is excellent.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  11.01.2021 - 14.03.2021

  Enrollment date

  30.11.2020 - 06.01.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Seats

  0 - 43

  Teacher(s)

  Jukka Niiranen, Mia Ruismäki

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Synthesis Project TX00BS56-3007 15.03.2021-09.05.2021  5 credits  (TXS19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Students are able to carry out organic chemistry syntheses on the basis of the instructions. S/he knows how to work in the organic laboratory, using a variety of equipment and methods.
  S/he is able to apply his/her skills in physical chemistry when designing synthesis stages and investigating the properties of the final product.
  The student masters how to use the IR- and MS-equipment and different sample techniques. The student is able to take advantage of spectroscopic data to identify synthesis products and unknown compounds and to determine the purity of the assay.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Fundamentals of Chemistry 1
  Fundamentals of Chemistry 2
  Spectrometry
  Chromatography

  Course contents

  1. FTIR and GCMS-spectrometric measurements, operating principles of equipment, and various sample preparation techniques
  2. IR- MS spectra interpretation
  3. Designing of organic synthesis and implementation of the work instructions
  4. Measurements of reaction kinetics, equilibrium, and thermodynamics

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is actively involved in the project work. Each sub-project is completed and the results reported in accordance with the guidelines

  Good

  In addition, the student is able to plan and schedule the project activities and to carry out the plan in a goal-oriented way. The student works with the group and, when necessary is able to re-organize the work.
  
  The project has achieved its objectives.

  Excellent

  In addition, the student
  prepares for the project work by studying a wide range of sources and schedules of the work in advance.
  
  The project work is completed and the results are reported on schedule. The project has achieved its stated goals commendably.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Oppikirjana kurssilla käytetään teosta Orgaanisen kemian synteesimenetelmät ja mikrokemialliset työtavat, Tapio Simonen, Irmeli Karttunen, Opetushallitus, Tampere, 2012.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Online lectures
  Laboratory work

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  15.03.2021 - 09.05.2021

  Enrollment date

  30.11.2020 - 06.01.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS19S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Jukka Niiranen, Petri Valve, Esa Toukoniitty

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Exam schedule

  Työmenetelmätentti viikolla 16 (not translated)

•     Water Analysis Project TX00EC46-3001 15.03.2021-09.05.2021  5 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student will put into practice the skills learnt in analytical chemistry studies in a project in which the quality of drinking water will be analyzed. The student can describe how to get the microbiological and chemical water samples, knows how to analyze household water and how different chemical impurities affect the quality of water.
  The student understands the basics of project work.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Spectrometry
  Chromatography

  Course contents

  Sampling and analysis of household water according to the SFS-standards including both chemical and microbiological analysis.
  Writing the certificate of analysis.
  Project work skills and project reporting.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student has worked actively in the project. The project has been completed and the results have been reported.

  Good

  The student is also able to:
  - write project plans and act either as a group leader or as an active member and is goal-oriented when implementing the project plan
  - work in the group and if necessary organize the work differently
  - present project plans and results orally and in writing to stakeholders
  The project has achieved the set goals.

  Excellent

  The student is also able to:
  - plan a quite wide and diverse project, which includes many tasks
  - familiarize himself/herself beforehand with a diverse range of sources and make a time schedule
  The project is completed and the results are reported in time. The project has achieved the set goals well.

  Further information

  The course contains studies of professional communication.

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  Mode of delivery

  60% Face-to-face, 40% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  SFS-standards

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Project

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Peer evaluation 50%
  Laboratory work and report evaluated by teachers 50%

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  15.03.2021 - 09.05.2021

  Enrollment date

  30.11.2020 - 06.01.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Seats

  0 - 43

  Teacher(s)

  Mia Ruismäki, Jarmo Palm, Elina Hovila

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  Virtual proportion

  2 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Work placement(s)

  Real samples from customers will be analyzed

•     Work Placement 1 TX00BQ40-3085 01.08.2020-31.12.2023  15 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Student is able to work independently as well as a member of a group in his/her own professional field.
  Student is able to work efficiently and accurately, follow the hours of employment and act accordingly.
  Student is able to use and evaluate the skills he/she has learned in practice.
  Student is able to follow the health and safety procedures of the work place and understand the occupational safety and environmental factors are part of the industrial/companies activity.
  Student is able to describe practices and procedures of the work place, his/her duties there, working environment and different units at working place.
  Student is able to recognize the work and career prospects in his/her own field of study and know basics of the labour legislation.

  Course contents

  Work placement is carried out according to the degree program’s placement guidelines. Work placement should be diverse and show an upward trend, so that it would promote professional competence progressing from the basic skills to the more demanding skills in an engineering level.
  1. Placement and labour legislation lectures
  2. Search and apply for the job/placement and do the work placement plan
  3. Working in student’s own professional field at least the length of placement period
  4. Learning assignment/-s

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  1. Student has to submit all needed learning assignments
  2. Student has to submit the work certificate, which shows that tasks and length of placement period are accepted

  Good

  1. Student has to submit all needed learning assignments
  2. Student has to submit the work certificate, which shows that tasks and length of placement period are accepted

  Excellent

  1. Student has to submit all needed learning assignments
  2. Student has to submit the work certificate, which shows that tasks and length of placement period are accepted

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Heidi Martin

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.08.2020 - 31.12.2023

  Enrollment date

  02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020

  • 15 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Teacher(s)

  Heidi Martin

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  R&D proportion

  15 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Work Placement 1 TX00BQ40-3084 01.08.2020-31.12.2022  15 credits  (TXS19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Student is able to work independently as well as a member of a group in his/her own professional field.
  Student is able to work efficiently and accurately, follow the hours of employment and act accordingly.
  Student is able to use and evaluate the skills he/she has learned in practice.
  Student is able to follow the health and safety procedures of the work place and understand the occupational safety and environmental factors are part of the industrial/companies activity.
  Student is able to describe practices and procedures of the work place, his/her duties there, working environment and different units at working place.
  Student is able to recognize the work and career prospects in his/her own field of study and know basics of the labour legislation.

  Course contents

  Work placement is carried out according to the degree program’s placement guidelines. Work placement should be diverse and show an upward trend, so that it would promote professional competence progressing from the basic skills to the more demanding skills in an engineering level.
  1. Placement and labour legislation lectures
  2. Search and apply for the job/placement and do the work placement plan
  3. Working in student’s own professional field at least the length of placement period
  4. Learning assignment/-s

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  1. Student has to submit all needed learning assignments
  2. Student has to submit the work certificate, which shows that tasks and length of placement period are accepted

  Good

  1. Student has to submit all needed learning assignments
  2. Student has to submit the work certificate, which shows that tasks and length of placement period are accepted

  Excellent

  1. Student has to submit all needed learning assignments
  2. Student has to submit the work certificate, which shows that tasks and length of placement period are accepted

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Heidi Martin

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Workplacement quidelines, materials for job hunting and labour legislation

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Interactive lecture, supervision of workplace training, report/learning assignment

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Tasks and length of placement period are accepted, learning assignment, employer feedback/work certificate

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.08.2020 - 31.12.2022

  Enrollment date

  02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020

  • 15 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS19S1

  Teacher(s)

  Heidi Martin

  Further information for students

  N/A

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  R&D proportion

  15 credits

  Evaluation scale

  Hyväksytty/Hylätty

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  Workplace training

  Exam schedule

  N/A

  International connections

  Workplacement can be carried out aboard

  Students use of time and load

  Workplacement is 10 weeks/375 hours

  Content periodicity

  N/A

•     Work Placement 2 TX00BQ41-3074 01.08.2020-31.12.2023  15 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Student is able to work independently as well as a member of a group in his/her own professional field.
  Student is able to work efficiently and accurately, follow the hours of employment and act accordingly.
  Student is able to use and evaluate the skills he/she has learned in practice.
  Student is able to follow the health and safety procedures of the work place and understand the occupational safety and environmental factors are part of the industrial/companies activity.
  Student is able to describe practices and procedures of the work place, his/her duties there, working environment and different units at working place.
  Student is able to recognize the work and career prospects in his/her own field of study and know basics of the labour legislation.

  Course contents

  Work placement is carried out according to the degree program’s placement guidelines. Student aims to get more demanding tasks, which help student in his/her career.
  1. Placement lecture/-s
  2. Search and apply for the job/placement and do the work placement plan
  3. Working in student’s own professional field at least the length of placement period
  4. Learning assignment/-s

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  1. Student has to submit all needed learning assignments
  2. Student has to submit the work certificate, which shows that tasks and length of placement period are accepted

  Good

  1. Student has to submit all needed learning assignments
  2. Student has to submit the work certificate, which shows that tasks and length of placement period are accepted

  Excellent

  1. Student has to submit all needed learning assignments
  2. Student has to submit the work certificate, which shows that tasks and length of placement period are accepted

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Heidi Martin

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.08.2020 - 31.12.2023

  Enrollment date

  02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020

  • 15 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Teacher(s)

  Heidi Martin

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  R&D proportion

  15 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Work Placement 2 TX00BQ41-3072 01.08.2020-31.12.2021  15 credits  (TXS18S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Student is able to work independently as well as a member of a group in his/her own professional field.
  Student is able to work efficiently and accurately, follow the hours of employment and act accordingly.
  Student is able to use and evaluate the skills he/she has learned in practice.
  Student is able to follow the health and safety procedures of the work place and understand the occupational safety and environmental factors are part of the industrial/companies activity.
  Student is able to describe practices and procedures of the work place, his/her duties there, working environment and different units at working place.
  Student is able to recognize the work and career prospects in his/her own field of study and know basics of the labour legislation.

  Course contents

  Work placement is carried out according to the degree program’s placement guidelines. Student aims to get more demanding tasks, which help student in his/her career.
  1. Placement lecture/-s
  2. Search and apply for the job/placement and do the work placement plan
  3. Working in student’s own professional field at least the length of placement period
  4. Learning assignment/-s

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  1. Student has to submit all needed learning assignments
  2. Student has to submit the work certificate, which shows that tasks and length of placement period are accepted

  Good

  1. Student has to submit all needed learning assignments
  2. Student has to submit the work certificate, which shows that tasks and length of placement period are accepted

  Excellent

  1. Student has to submit all needed learning assignments
  2. Student has to submit the work certificate, which shows that tasks and length of placement period are accepted

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Heidi Martin

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Workplacement quidelines, materials for job hunting and labour legislation

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Interactive lecture, supervision of workplace training, report/learning assignment

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Tasks and length of placement period are accepted, learning assignment, employer feedback/work certificate

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.08.2020 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020

  • 15 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS18S1

  Teacher(s)

  Heidi Martin

  Further information for students

  N/A

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  R&D proportion

  15 credits

  Evaluation scale

  Hyväksytty/Hylätty

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  Workplace training

  Exam schedule

  N/A

  International connections

  Workplacement can be carried out aboard

  Students use of time and load

  Workplacement is 10 weeks/375 hours

  Content periodicity

  N/A

•     Work Placement 2 TX00BQ41-3073 01.08.2020-31.12.2022  15 credits  (TXS19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  Student is able to work independently as well as a member of a group in his/her own professional field.
  Student is able to work efficiently and accurately, follow the hours of employment and act accordingly.
  Student is able to use and evaluate the skills he/she has learned in practice.
  Student is able to follow the health and safety procedures of the work place and understand the occupational safety and environmental factors are part of the industrial/companies activity.
  Student is able to describe practices and procedures of the work place, his/her duties there, working environment and different units at working place.
  Student is able to recognize the work and career prospects in his/her own field of study and know basics of the labour legislation.

  Course contents

  Work placement is carried out according to the degree program’s placement guidelines. Student aims to get more demanding tasks, which help student in his/her career.
  1. Placement lecture/-s
  2. Search and apply for the job/placement and do the work placement plan
  3. Working in student’s own professional field at least the length of placement period
  4. Learning assignment/-s

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  1. Student has to submit all needed learning assignments
  2. Student has to submit the work certificate, which shows that tasks and length of placement period are accepted

  Good

  1. Student has to submit all needed learning assignments
  2. Student has to submit the work certificate, which shows that tasks and length of placement period are accepted

  Excellent

  1. Student has to submit all needed learning assignments
  2. Student has to submit the work certificate, which shows that tasks and length of placement period are accepted

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Heidi Martin

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Workplacement quidelines, materials for job hunting and labour legislation

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Interactive lecture, supervision of workplace training, report/learning assignment

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Tasks and length of placement period are accepted, learning assignment, employer feedback/work certificate

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.08.2020 - 31.12.2022

  Enrollment date

  02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020

  • 15 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS19S1

  Teacher(s)

  Heidi Martin

  Further information for students

  N/A

  Unit, in charge

  (2016-2018) Clean Technology

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Unit location

  Leiritie 1

  R&D proportion

  15 credits

  Evaluation scale

  Hyväksytty/Hylätty

  Completion alternatives

  N/A

  Work placement(s)

  Workplace training

  Exam schedule

  N/A

  International connections

  Workplacement can be carried out aboard

  Students use of time and load

  Workplacement is 10 weeks/375 hours

  Content periodicity

  N/A

Academic year 2021 - 2022

•     Analysis of Food and Consumer Goods TX00EA31-3002 10.01.2022-13.03.2022  5 credits  (TXS21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student will put into practice the skills learnt in analytical chemistry, spectrometry and chromatography studies in the project of analysis of food and consumer goods. The aim is that the student group will find out the analytical "problem" / project topic based on the lessons learned. Student is able to work individually and in groups to carry out the project.

  Course contents

  The project is made for a suitable subject of analysis of food and consumer goods, and it is carried out in project groups.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student has worked actively in the project. The project has been completed and the results have been reported.

  Good

  The student is also able to:
  - write project plans and act either as a group leader or as an active member and is goal-oriented when implementing the project plan
  - work in the group and if necessary organize the work differently
  - present project plans and results orally and in writing to stakeholders
  
  The project has achieved the set goals.

  Excellent

  The student is also able to:
  - plan a quite wide and diverse project, which includes many tasks
  - familiarize himself/herself beforehand with a diverse range of sources and make a time schedule
  
  The project is completed and the results are reported in time. The project has achieved the set goals well.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  10.01.2022 - 13.03.2022

  Enrollment date

  11.12.2021 - 09.01.2022

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS21S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Bacterial Identification Project TX00EA28-3001 23.08.2021-24.10.2021  5 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  In these studies the student acts a member of the project group and takes part in making the research plan to identify microbes. During the practical work he/she uses the most important biochemical, microbiological and molecular biological research techniques. The student learns how to report in a scientific way.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Microbiology and Professional English
  The Basics of Biosciences

  Course contents

  The most important research methods in microbiology and biochemistry that are related to the identification of microbes in practice (Different staining and culturing techniques; Determination of antibiotic resistance, enzyme reactions, latex agglutination and protein concentration; Electrophoresis; PCR, sequence analysis). Project plan and reporting.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student has worked actively in the project. The project has been completed and the results have been reported.

  Good

  In addition the the above, the student is also able to:
  - write project plans and act either as a project group leader or as an active member and be goal-driven when implementing the project plan
  - work in the group and if necessary organize the work differently
  - present project plans and results orally and in writing to stakeholders
  The project has achieved the set goals.

  Excellent

  The student is also able to:
  - plan a quite wide and diverse project, which includes many tasks
  - familiarize him/herself beforehand with diverse sources and make a time schedule
  The project is completed and the results are reported in time. The project has achieved the set goals well.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Lectures and protocols which are given later

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Project and team working
  Laboratory works
  Mastering Microbiology

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Laboratory working skills
  Project plan
  Project report and seminar
  Mastering Microbiology and other assignments

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  23.08.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 06.06.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Seats

  0 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Jarmo Palm, Tiina Soininen

  Further information for students

  KICK OFF lecture is given according to the schedule

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  Recognition of prior learning

  Work placement(s)

  FIMM (sequencing)

  Exam schedule

  Mastering Microbiology -assignments

  International connections

  -

  Students use of time and load

  Labs and seminars according to schedule.

  Content periodicity

  -

  Location and Time

  Leiritie 1, 1st period

•     Basics in Biosciences TX00BQ27-3012 14.03.2022-08.05.2022  5 credits  (TXS21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student knows and recognizes biomolecules, their functional groups and their ability to bond and form linkages. He/she understands how organic biomolecules form compounds and their features. He/she is able to recognize eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells and their features. He/she is familiar with genome structure, definition of the gene and gene regulation. The student can use basic equipment of biological laboratory.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Fundamentals of Chemistry 1
  Fundamentals of Chemistry 2
  Orientation to Field and Studies

  Course contents

  Structures, features and functions of biomolecules (lipids, carbohydrates, amino acids and proteins). Prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell structures. Different genome structures, genes (concepts and terms). Cell cycle, DNA replication and mutations. Transcription and translation.
  Operation at microbiological and biological laboratories; for example centrifugation, sterilization, small volume pipetting, concentration determination and aseptic techniques.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student can:
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - act in individual professional situations as instructed
  - show that he/she has achieved the targets for core competence
  - follow safety instructions

  Good

  The student can:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  - operate safely

  Excellent

  The student can:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - take safety issues into consideration in his actions

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  14.03.2022 - 08.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  12.02.2022 - 13.03.2022

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS21S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Biochemistry TX00EA25-3001 23.08.2021-24.10.2021  5 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student will understand the function and the regulation of enzymes in the cell, and can explain the most important reactions of energy metabolism. The student knows what antibodies are and understands their use in analytics. The student also knows the basics of immune system.
  The student knows the theories of the main biochemical research methods.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  The Basics of Biosciences

  Course contents

  The function of enzymes, kinetics, antibodies and their reactions, Energy metabolism and most important research methods in biochemistry. Enzyme kinetics -experiment in practice.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - search information from a variety of sources
  - display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the field
  - display learning in the key safety practices in the field
  - contribute his/her learning for the benefit of a group or project

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field consistently
  - find information and assess and use information sources with a critical eye
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - plan operations with safety in mind
  - be goal-oriented in working groups and projects

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
  - argue the use of his sources
  - argue a course of action on the basis of research information or findings
  - to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
  - organise and manage the operation of a group and project

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  23.08.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 06.06.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Jarmo Palm, Miika Kuivikko

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Chromatography TX00EA32-3002 10.01.2022-13.03.2022  5 credits  (TXS21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student knows the principles of chromatography and the chromatography equipment. He/she is able to conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses by using a variety of chromatographic separation techniques.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Fundamentals of Chemistry 1
  Orientation to Studies in Laboratory

  Course contents

  1. Principles of chromatography
  2. Operational principles of gas and liquid chromatography
  3. Analysis by chromatography and reporting

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Students shows he/she knows the core competencies of the objectives and can use concepts and information in coherent manner. The student is able to do based on chromatographic analysis according to the instructions and prepare a work report, which contain all of the required sections. The results are indicated with right accuracy.

  Good

  Students will understand how the measurement conditions of the of the analysis will affect by GC and HPLC techniques. The student works carefully and purposefully doing analysis. The report is clear in structure and style. Students are able to make independent conclusions and results will include measurement uncertainty estimates.

  Excellent

  Students are able to apply the chromatographic separation techniques for different analytes. He/she knows how to change the measurement conditions in order to improve the separation of GC and HPLC technique. He/she works independently, on their own initiative and goal-oriented. He/she is able to plan and schedule the work in a reasonable. The language used in the report and discussion of the results are excellent.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  10.01.2022 - 13.03.2022

  Enrollment date

  11.12.2021 - 09.01.2022

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS21S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Environmental Analysis TX00DJ76-3002 23.08.2021-24.10.2021  10 credits  (TXS19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student is able to apply the acquired analytical skills in analyzing air, water and soil samples. S/he knows how environmental samples are sampled and processed for chemical and microbiological analysis.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Chromatography
  Spectrometry
  Physical Chemistry
  Microbiology and Professional English

  Course contents

  Sampling and analysis of environmental samples according to standard methods, including chemical (e.g. radioactive isotopes, heavy metals with ICP-OES and ICP-MS techniques, VOC, POP and hydrocarbons with GC-MS/ECDs and LC-MS techniques) and microbiological analysis (molds and bacteria). Chemical and biological analysis of microbial diversity.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - apply professional knowledge in the field appropriately
  - find information and argue for the use of his/her sources
  - show that s/he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - find out the safety instructions concerning work assignments and to act in accordance with them

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field fluently and comprehensively
  - assess and use information sources and research information with a critical eye
  - operate in a range of work situations, also in international contexts
  - act responsibly in work duties, taking safety issues into consideration

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use theoretical and professional concepts and knowledge like an expert and combine them into larger entities
  - apply professional expertise
  - take responsibility for a professional process in its entirety
  - be goal-oriented and develop himself/herself as well as the project group

  Further information

  The module can be arranged partly or completely in English.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  23.08.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 06.06.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS19S1

  Seats

  0 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Jukka Niiranen, Mia Ruismäki, Esa Toukoniitty, Miika Kuivikko

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Forensic Analysis TX00DJ75-3002 25.10.2021-17.12.2021  10 credits  (TXS19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student knows how to sample and analyze forensic evidence. He/she knows how to use different chemical, physical and biological analysis techniques used in the forensic analysis.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Organic Chemistry and Analytics
  Gene Technique
  Synthesis Project

  Course contents

  1. Techniques of molecular biology and immunology: design and optimization of PCR reaction, real time PCR, sequencing and electrophoretic methods, ELISA
  2. Identification of human and animal species
  3. Body fluids
  4. Applications of instrumental methods (GC-MS, LC-MS) used in forensic analysis, e.g. explosives, drugs and fire debris.
  5. Microscopy: structure of equipment, function and applications (optical and electron microscopy), preparation and analysis of different microscopic samples
  6. Crime scene

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - apply professional knowledge in the field appropriately
  - find information and argue for the use of his/her sources
  - show that s/he has achieved the targets for core competence
  - find out the safety instructions concerning work assignments and to in accordance with them

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field fluently and comprehensively
  - assess and use information sources and research information with a critical eye
  - operate in a range of work situations, also in international contexts
  - act responsibly in work duties, taking safety issues into consideration

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use theoretical and professional concepts and knowledge like an expert and combine them into larger entities
  - apply professional expertise
  - take responsibility for a professional process
  in its entirety
  - be goal-oriented and to develop himself/herself and the project group

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 17.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 06.06.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS19S1

  Seats

  0 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Eija Koriseva, Opettaja Laboratorioanalytiikka, Jarmo Palm, Miika Kuivikko, Tiina Soininen

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Fundamentals of Chemistry 1 TX00DJ38-3010 23.08.2021-24.10.2021  5 credits  (TXS21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  After completion of the course the student understands the essential concepts related to the structure of elements and compounds. He/she is also able to conduct basic calculations concerning the amount of substance, irreversible reactions, the contents of solutions and the pH of strong acids and bases. In addition, he/she is familiar with the behavior of element groups on a general level and with the most important organic compounds and their naming.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  No previous knowledge required.

  Course contents

  1. Atomic structure, periodic table.
  2. Chemical bonding.
  3. Amount of substance, stoichiometry of compounds.
  4. States of matter, simple calculations based on the ideal gas law.
  5. Heterogeneous and homogeneous mixtures, calculation of contents.
  6. Chemical reaction equation, stoichiometry of reactions.
  7. The concepts of acids and bases, the pH of strong acids and bases.
  8. Chemistry of element groups.
  9. Introduction to organic chemistry: types of compounds, functional groups, basics of naming.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student
  
  - knows the basic concepts of chemistry, is able to conduct basic calculations and shows that he or she has reached the goals of core competence

  Good

  The student:
  - has become familiar with the concepts and principles of chemistry. He or she is able to explain and interpret chemical formulae and equations related to chemical phenomena.

  Excellent

  The student
  
  - can use basic concepts and knowledge logically and solve applied exercises of chemistry related to his or her study field

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  23.08.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 20.08.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS21S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Jukka Niiranen

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Fundamentals of Chemistry 1 TX00DJ97-3005 25.10.2021-17.12.2021  5 credits  (TXS21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student will adopt both theoretical and practical skills for using analytical methods and she/he will learn to benefit from these in his/her studies and later in the working life.
  The student knows the principles of formation and structure of organic compounds. He/she is able to name and draw organic compounds and understands the fundamentals of organic reactions.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Math and Science Basics 1
  Orientation to Field and Studies

  Course contents

  Acid-base equilibria, pH, buffer solutions
  2. Gravimetric analysis
  3. Titrimetric analysis (acid-base-, complexometric -, precipitation-, redox- and potentiometric titrations)
  4. Structure and nomenclature of organic compounds
  
  5. Fundamentals of organic reactions and reaction mechanism

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student
  1. knows how to prepare different chemical solutions
  2. knows the principles of gravimetric analysis
  3. knows titrations based on different reaction types and is able to calculate the amount of analyte in the sample after sample treatment and based on the direct titration.
  4. reports the results with the right number of significant figures
  5. knows the principles of the structure and nomenclature of organic compounds.
  6. knows the different reaction types and the fundamentals of reaction mechanism.

  Good

  The student:
  1. understands the solution equilibria
  2. understands the importance of different factors in doing gravimetric analyses.
  3. understands the more complex analytical processes such as the back-and indirect titrations. The student is able to determine titration end points with the first and second derivate.
  4. understands how the structure affects the properties of an organic compound and is able to name organic compounds.
  5. understands how the different compounds react and the fundamentals of reaction mechanism.

  Excellent

  The student:
  1. is able to calculate the buffer solution equilibrium calculations and prepare buffer solutions without further instructions.
  2. is able to apply the theory and practice of gravimetric analysis
  3. understands the solution equilibria and the theoretical basis of the analysis. The student knows the factors that influence the success of the analysis.
  4. is able to name polyfuctional organic compounds.
  5. is able to explain with the reaction type and reaction mechanism a reaction product

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 17.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 20.08.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS21S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Mia Ruismäki, Esa Toukoniitty

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Gene Technology TX00EA27-3001 23.08.2021-24.10.2021  5 credits  (TXS20S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student understands the basics of gene technology in theory and practice. S/he understands the significance of DNA techniques in fingerprinting and GMO analyses. The student is familiar with the Finnish law and regulations and has considered ethical issues regarding gene technology.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  The Basics of Biosciences

  Course contents

  Cloning methods and vector structures in DNA technology. DNA amplification-, hybridization- and sequencing methods, RNAi techniques and CRISPR gene editing method. Gene technology ethics, Finnish law and regulations, risk analyses. The student can isolate, purify and characterize nucleic acids in laboratory works (for example AGE, PCR, digestions, transformation, plasmid isolation).

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student is able to:
  - search information from a variety of sources
  - display learning in professional knowledge and core content in the field
  - display learning in the key safety practices in the field
  - to contribute his learning for the benefit of a group or project

  Good

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - find information and assess and use information sources with a critical eye
  - apply professional information in professional assignments
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  - plan operations with safety in mind
  - be goal-oriented in working groups and projects

  Excellent

  The student is able to:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field professionally
  - argue the use of his sources
  - argue a course of action on the basis of research information or findings
  - to act responsibly, taking safety issues into consideration
  - organise and manage the operation of a group and project

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  Mode of delivery

  60% Face-to-face, 40% Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Suominen Ilari, Pärssinen Raimo, Haajanen Kari & Pelkonen Jani.
  Geenitekniikka and/or
  Pärssinen, R., Suominen, I. & Haajanen, K. Biogeeni. Ammatillista biokemiaa ja geenitekniikkaa.
  Räikkä, J. ja Rossi, K. Geenit ja etiikka.
  Lectures

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Interactive lecture
  Laboratory works as a part of BIP project
  Small group tutorials

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Exam and guided exercises

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  23.08.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 06.06.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS20S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Tiina Soininen

  Further information for students

  N/A

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Virtual proportion

  2 credits

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  Recognition of prior learning

  Work placement(s)

  FIMM, NGS sequencing

  Exam schedule

  To be announced at the beginning of the course

  International connections

  -

  Students use of time and load

  Lectures are online on Mondays and laboratory works as a part of BIP project.

  Content periodicity

  Theory 2 ECTS and labs 3 ECTS.

  Location and Time

  Leiritie 1, 1st period

•     Innovation Project XX00BH18-3439 23.08.2021-17.12.2021  10 credits  (TXS19S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  On completion of the course the student can
  - Develop practical, creative and innovative solutions, practices and services with multidisciplinary partners to meet the diverse needs in the Helsinki Metropolitan area.
  The student participates in project or network-based work and applies his or her expertise in regional, national or international development work.
  - Use his or her personal skills and abilities to work and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.
  - Create a culture of cooperation and negotiation with the team members and other actors.
  - Use his or her skills in problem solving, collaboration and communication to support the social development and joint decision making of the team.

  Course contents

  Project and innovation work: brainstorming, planning, implementing, assessing, communicating, publishing, product development and marketing.
  Cooperative skills, interest group activities and networking.
  Innovative work methods.
  Areas of communal development skills: development processes, coordinating and managing development, reforming the development concepts.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student knows the principles of project and network-based work.
  The student recognizes his/her own project- and network-based work competences.
  The student uses co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student can develop together with the other actors solutions and modes of operation to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Good

  The student uses the principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work.
  The student uses his or her co-operation and communication skills well in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student helps to set-up a cooperative negotiation culture with other actors in the field. The student uses his/her personal skills and abilities to contribute to the work of a multidisciplinary team.
  The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Excellent

  The student's ability to use principles of project and network-based work in regional, national or international development oriented work is on a high level.
  The student is able to analyse and develop his/her co-operation and communication skills in cooperative development processes and decision making.
  The student understands cooperative negotiation culture and helps to build it with the other actors.
  The student is able to analyse and develop his/her professional competence and put it in the service of a multidisciplinary team.
  The student develops together with the other actors practical, creative and innovative solutions, modes of operation or services to meet the multi-faceted needs of the residents of the Helsinki metropolitan area.

  Further information

  Assessment is focused on the work carried out during the course, the gained knowledge upon the completion of the course, meeting the course goals and creating innovative solutions.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Lectures
  Literature which is needed in a project

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Learning by developing
  Innovation pedagogy
  Project-based learning
  Co-op pedagogy
  Seminars
  Lessons and literature

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Project report
  Learning assigments in languages (Finnish and English)
  Participation in seminars
  Active participation in group work
  Proactivity, motivation

  Language of instruction

  English

  Timing

  23.08.2021 - 17.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 06.06.2021

  • 10 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS19S1

  Seats

  0 - 40

  Teacher(s)

  Petri Valve, Jukka Niiranen, Mia Ruismäki, Jarmo Palm, Miika Kuivikko, Elina Hovila, Tiina Soininen

  Further information for students

  -

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

  Completion alternatives

  -

  Work placement(s)

  Open challenge/ problem from work life.

  Exam schedule

  -

  International connections

  Co-operation with exchange students

  Students use of time and load

  2 ects Communicational skills in Finnish
  2 ects Professional English
  6 ects Research project in a team

•     Introductory Project and Professional Communication TX00EC47-3003 25.10.2021-17.12.2021  5 credits  (TXS21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The course will provide a general outlook of the duties of the professionals and the needed information and skills for their execution. The students can act as individuals and as group members to complete the assignments. They know the work related and problem solving methods as well as the basic principles of project work. The students know the concepts used when creating products, processes, services or systems; they can also communicate with the colleagues and various interest groups. The students know the information source types in the field, can acquire data and critically assess it from various angles. The students will orient themselves and become motivated towards the professional studies.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  The student has participated in Orientation to Field and Studies

  Course contents

  The students will learn the practices of the field by completing a small scale project related to a product, process, service, or a system. The topic of the project is related to the degree programme and it is executed in project groups.
  
  Expert-level text skills and writing of professional texts.?Interaction skills: customer communication, group work and negotiation situations. Communication in project and in research and development work. Communication planning and assessment. Good practices of digital communication. Fundamentals of scientific writing. Ethical and critical use of sources, and proper referencing.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The students can
  - describe the duties of the professional as well as the used work methods and problem solving skills and data sources
  - explain how a project is managed and how the tasks of the project are intertwined
  - describe one's part of the group work and co-operate in a group
  - plan the use of resources and complete one's duties on time
  - describe the group activities and the results
  The project work is completed and the results are reported

  Good

  In addition to the previous, the students can
  - make the project plan for the group and act as a leader of the project group or as an active member and execute the plan according to the set goals
  - work with the group and reorganize work if need arises
  - point out the quality assurance principles and results of the group
  - present the plans and the results of the group both in speaking and writing
  The project has met the assigned goals.

  Excellent

  In addition to the previous, the students can
  - plan a versatile project on a large scale, which entails several subtaks
  - prepare for the project work by consulting diverse sources and by scheduling the work
  - plan the quality assurance principles of the whole project
  The project is completed and the results are reported by meeting the planned schedules; the assigned goals are met in an excellent way.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 17.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 20.08.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS21S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Mia Ruismäki, Jarmo Palm, Elina Hovila

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Math and Science Basics 1 TX00BQ15-3095 23.08.2021-24.10.2021  5 credits  (TXS21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  On completion of the course, the student has the basic mathematical and science skills needed to understand physical and chemical phenomena related to construction.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  None

  Course contents

  The course
  - covers typical expressions and equations appearing in physics, chemistry and other subjects related to the profession
  - teaches quantities, units and unit conversions
  - introduces basic concepts and properties of functions, as well as applications of functions in describing and analysing motion, for example
  - prepares the students for interpreting and producing graphical presentations
  - shows how to use the computer as an aid in calculations.
  The specific content of the course depends on the degree programme.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student recognizes the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course, and can solve simple problems.

  Good

  The student can apply the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course to simple scientific or technical problems.

  Excellent

  The student can apply the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course to more advanced scientific or technical problems.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  23.08.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 20.08.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS21S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Eija Koriseva

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Mathematics and Physics in Chemical Analysis TX00DJ79-3005 25.10.2021-17.12.2021  5 credits  (TXS21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  On completion of the course, the student has a deepened understanding of the topics introduced in Math and Science Basics 1. The student can understand how physical phenomena are related to the laboratory analysis and gains a deeper understanding of a natural scientific phenomenon that underlies a technical application. Student can apply scientific methods in laboratory analytics problems. Student can use Excel applied to the laboratory analysis.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Student has participated to the course of Basic science 1

  Course contents

  1. Excel-exercises integrated to the course of analytical chemistry in laboratory analytics (derivation of the titration curve, regression analysis, using the logarithmic scale in laboratory analysis
  2. Basic probability, random variables, common probabilty distributions applied to the problems in laboratory analysis.
  3. Derivation and integration in laboratory analysis
  4. Kinematics: motion in one dimension
  5. Dynamics: Newton’s laws 1 - 3
  6. Energy and power
  7. Circular motion
  8. Pressure of fluids
  9. Arkhimedes principle
  10. Flow of fluids
  11. Viscosity
  12. Temperature
  13. Thermal expansion
  14. Heat capacity and chemical calorimetry
  15. Heat transfer
  16. Electric current and basic DC circuits (Ohm’s law)

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student recognizes the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course, and can solve simple problems related to the laboratory analysis. Student knows the basic functions of Excel program needed in the laboratory analytics.

  Good

  The student can apply the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course to common scientific or technical problems in laboratory analytics. Student can use the Excel to make various graphs in the assignments in the laboratory analysis.

  Excellent

  The student can apply the fundamental concepts and methods introduced in the course to more advanced scientific or technical problems in the area of laboratory analysis. Student can use Excel in statistical analysis related to the problems in the laboratory analysis.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 17.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 20.08.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS21S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Eija Koriseva, Kari Salmi

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Microbiology and Professional English TX00EA95-3002 14.03.2022-08.05.2022  5 credits  (TXS21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student has an understanding of the microbial world and its presence almost everywhere. He/she knows the different cell types and microbial classes, their most important properties and the principles for identifying microorganisms. The student knows the factors that have an influence on growth and how to measure growth.
  
  The students communicate fluently and effectively in English in their studies and in the professional discourse of their own field. They can also apply their English skills to the development of their professional competence. The students can acquire, process, and convey information necessary in their own field both orally and in writing, using different sources. The students form a realistic view of their linguistic and communicative competence and a positive attitude to developing this competence as a part of their professional expertise.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Introductory Project

  Course contents

  Classification principles in microbiology, Cultivation and staining techniques and Basic principles in microscopy.
  
  The contents of the course focus on the following English themes with field-specific emphasis:
  - key interactive communication situations: individual and group communication
  - key concepts and terminology
  - textual conventions and documents
  - acquisition, processing, application and conveyance of information
  - self-assessing one’s language and communication skills and developing learning strategies

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student can in Microbiology:
  - use individual professional concepts correctly
  - show that he / she has achieved the targets for core competence
  
  In English communication situations related to their field the students:
  - trust their communication skills to manage professional communication events using inquiries and relatively short speech acts
  - understand the communication partner enough to be able to act and verbalize in accordance with the task in question
  - express their thoughts simply, mainly coherently, and relatively understandably, even if there may be deficiencies in professional terminology and structural inaccuracies, which may interfere with full understanding
  - draw up simple, formatted texts independently and extensive texts using linguistic aids

  Good

  The student can in Microbiology:
  - display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
  - operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
  
  In English communication situations related to their field the students:
  - trust their communication skills to manage in the professional context in line with the objectives set for the task
  - exchange ideas as equal partners with independent language users
  - take the initiative in professional discourse and can, to some degree, take into account participants’ cultural and language backgrounds and the demands of the context
  - express themselves promptly in a clear and detailed manner
  - use professional terminology to the point
  - pronounce English clearly with matching stress and intonation
  - produce texts for different purposes, where linguistic inaccuracy does not interfere with understanding

  Excellent

  The student can in Microbiology:
  - use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
  - assess and use various information sources
  - act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
  
  In English communication situations related to their field the students:
  - trust their communications skills to allow them to take initiative in communication events following the discourse practice of the field
  - interact clearly and fluently as equal partners with a proficient speaker
  - take initiative also in demanding professional communications where participants’ cultural and language backgrounds need to be taken into account
  - express themselves effectively and accurately
  - use professional terminology to the point
  - pronounce English clearly, with stress and rhythm matching the total message
  - have the ability to produce several genres, which are clear, well structured, and effective

  Further information

  The course is carried out mainly in English.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  14.03.2022 - 08.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  12.02.2022 - 13.03.2022

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS21S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Orientation to Field and Studies TX00BQ17-3088 23.08.2021-24.10.2021  5 credits  (TXS21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The students are aware of their work opportunities as well as the contents of their major and the degree programme. They know the key companies and actors in the field as well as their functions. The students master the key guidelines in their fields, for instance security guidelines, labor legislation etc. They know what being international means in their own field.
  The students recognize their strenghts and aspects in need of development and they know how to develop their skills in learning and studying. The students can use the key programs in office tools. The students master the physical and social study environments as well as the key regulations of Metropolia University of Applied Sciences. They also know how to plan their own study paths and how to ensure the progress of their studies. The students are familiar with the student services provided by Metropolia University of Applied Sciences and know the key data systems with respect to their studies.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  No previous knowledge required.

  Course contents

  - work life related information in the field
  - the key learning goals of the degree program
  - induction to the key regulations and work practices in the field
  - learning and study skills
  - fundamentals of using office tool programs
  - physical and social study environment
  - key rules and regulations of Metropolia University of Applied Sciences
  - study practices
  - curricula and planning studies
  -student services, for instance, student office, student's union, student well fare, the library, data administration services, international services
  -fundamentals of technical writing

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Upon completion of the course, the students know the above mentioned aspects aligned with the course goals.

  Good

  Upon completion of the course, the students know the above mentioned aspects aligned with the course goals.

  Excellent

  Upon completion of the course, the students know the above mentioned aspects aligned with the course goals.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  23.08.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date

  03.05.2021 - 20.08.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS21S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Teacher(s)

  Liisa Heikkilä, Miika Kuivikko

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Spectrometry TX00EA33-3002 10.01.2022-13.03.2022  5 credits  (TXS21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student knows the basics of spectrometry and the structures and operating principles of spectrophotometers. He/she is able to measure absorption spectra with a UV-Vis spectrophotometer and to conduct quantitative analysis. He/she knows how the UV-Vis spectrum is formed.The student is able to calculate the parameters describing the absorption of light.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Fundamentals of Chemistry 1
  Orientation to Studies in Laboratory Sciences

  Course contents

  1. Basics of spectrometry
  2. UV-Vis-, fluorescence- and AAS-spectrophotometer operational principles
  3. The spectrophotometric measurements and interpretation of results.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student shows that he/she knows the core competencies of the objectives and can use concepts and information in a coherent manner. The student is able to do spectrometric analysis according to the instructions and prepare work reports, which contain all the required sections. The results are indicated with the correct accuracy.

  Good

  The student is able to understand how the measurement conditions will affect the analysis by UV-Vis-, fluorescence- and atomic absorption spectrophotometers. The student is goal-oriented and works carefully in the laboratory. The report is clear in structure and style. The student is able to make independent conclusions and the results will include measurement uncertainty estimates.

  Excellent

  Student is able to apply the theory in practice, and select the measurement conditions for the analysis by UV-Vis-, fluorescence- and atomic absorption spectrophotometers. He/she works independently, on his/her own initiative and is goal-oriented. He/she is able to plan and schedule the work in a reasonable way. The language used in the report and discussion of the results is excellent.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  10.01.2022 - 13.03.2022

  Enrollment date

  11.12.2021 - 09.01.2022

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS21S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5

•     Water Analysis Project TX00EC46-3002 14.03.2022-08.05.2022  5 credits  (TXS21S1) + -
  Learning outcomes of the course

  The student will put into practice the skills learnt in analytical chemistry studies in a project in which the quality of drinking water will be analyzed. The student can describe how to get the microbiological and chemical water samples, knows how to analyze household water and how different chemical impurities affect the quality of water.
  The student understands the basics of project work.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  Spectrometry
  Chromatography

  Course contents

  Sampling and analysis of household water according to the SFS-standards including both chemical and microbiological analysis.
  Writing the certificate of analysis.
  Project work skills and project reporting.

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  The student has worked actively in the project. The project has been completed and the results have been reported.

  Good

  The student is also able to:
  - write project plans and act either as a group leader or as an active member and is goal-oriented when implementing the project plan
  - work in the group and if necessary organize the work differently
  - present project plans and results orally and in writing to stakeholders
  The project has achieved the set goals.

  Excellent

  The student is also able to:
  - plan a quite wide and diverse project, which includes many tasks
  - familiarize himself/herself beforehand with a diverse range of sources and make a time schedule
  The project is completed and the results are reported in time. The project has achieved the set goals well.

  Further information

  The course contains studies of professional communication.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  14.03.2022 - 08.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  12.02.2022 - 13.03.2022

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • TXS21S1

  Seats

  0 - 45

  Unit, in charge

  School of Smart and Clean Solutions

  Degree Programme

  Laboratory Sciences

  Evaluation scale

  0-5