Opinto-opas

Objective

The students know basic facts of the field of technology in Finland and familiarize themselves with an organization and its functions in the field of their interest. The students recognize and can use important technical concepts. They also become familiar with task areas in the field of technology. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.1 (CEFR).

Content

The course introduces the field of technology as a part of the Finnish society and focuses on important concepts and information search. The students study technical terminology and strengthen their command of essential grammatical structures.

Location and time

On-line implementation
On-line teaching and group work on workdays between 8 am. to 4 pm.

Materials

Course material

Teaching methods

on--line teaching, (on-line) group work, self-study

Employer connections

Students make themselves familiar with the work tasks in the field.

Exam schedules

No exams.

Completion alternatives

Not applicable

Student workload

31st of August to 27th of September

Content scheduling

Student's weekly workload is about 34 hours consisting of contact teaching on-line, self-study and group work. In total: 135 hours of work.

Contact teaching & group work: at least 24 h
Self-study: maximum of 111 h

Further information

Previous studies: CEFR B1

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Students is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Student has achieved the course objectives. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and to put to use his/her knowledge and skills

Assessment methods and criteria

Assesment scale 0–5. Final grade is based on the assignments completed during the course. Assignments are evaluated on the scale 0-3 points

0 points = to be supplemented, 1 point= pass, 2 points = satisfactory, 3 points = good, 4 points=excellent. The final grade is based on the points earned in the assignments.

In addition to pass the course, a student needs to complete other course work in given time on Moodle and actively take part in on-line learning and on-line discussions and group activities. (= 80 %)

Qualifications

Student has to have at least CEFR B1 in Finnish language.