Hardware 1 (15 cr)

Objective

On completion of the course the student
• has an overview of health technology
• understands the basics of embedded systems programming
• has an overview of the digital systems and their operation
• knows the basic concepts of digital systems
• understands the basic fundamentals of data networks and is able to configure devices for IP networks
• can install, configure and operate Linux based systems.

Students learn basic concepts of mathematics and natural sciences as the foundation of engineering education. Students learn to use tools and applications for evaluating mathematical and natural science problems. They understand the connection of these concepts to ICT and are able to apply learned methods for practical problems.

Students learn to work as active members of a project group and understand the principles of professional communication. They are able to communicate effectively to support and improve their professional competence, and to write a formal project report.

Content

- Orientation to health technology
• Orientation to the professional field and studies
• Basics of data networks
• Installing and operating a Linux system
• Basics of digital systems
• Basics of matrices and functions
• Basics of electricity
• Basics of simple electrical circuits
• Project communication and documentation in English

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course to a satisfactory level
• is able to identify, define and use concepts and models in the subject area of the course
• understands the conditions and principles of the development of expertise.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course well, although there are still areas where knowledge and skills need to be improved
• has a good understanding of the concepts and models of the subject matter of the course and is able to carry out a reasoned analysis
• is able to apply what they have learned in learning and working life situations
• understands the importance of expertise in the field and is able to analyse their own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks
• has an excellent command of the concepts and models of the subject matter of the course
• is able to analyse clearly and reasonably and propose practical development measures
• has a good ability to apply what they have learned in learning and working life situations
• is able to analyse expertise in their field and their own development towards expertise.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course to a satisfactory level
• is able to identify, define and use concepts and models in the subject area of the course
• understands the conditions and principles of the development of expertise.