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Objective

The student
-is able to study current events in the construction and real estate field
-understands the importance of economics and cultural events
-is able to organize research documents using special case studies

Content

This module deals with researching case studies of current events in the construction and real estate field, where wider understanding of society, economics and cultural events is required. Issues such as urban planning seminars, renovation projects and research on energy savings and building materials are all examples of case studies. New fields of engineering such as crisis management, temporary structures and the importance of infrastructure.
Students choose report topic from lecture topics. During seminars students work in groups on related topics. Written and oral presentation required.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student
-can apply academic methods of research to prepare a thesis
-shows understanding of academic writing and use of sources
-is able to use critical thinking in making conclusions

Assessment criteria, good (3)

In addition of the criteria mentioned above, the student
-has some ability to write academically high quality text
-can interpret information and synthesize new concepts.
-can critically make conclusions

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

In addition of the criteria mentioned above, the student
-can apply the concepts of high quality scientific research
-understands fully academic writing and sourcing
-can create scientific research of value to the industry

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student
-can apply academic methods of research to prepare a thesis
-shows understanding of academic writing and use of sources
-is able to use critical thinking in making conclusions

Qualifications

English level 2.

Further information

NA