Hardware 1 (15 cr)

Objective

On completion of the course students have an overview of health technology. They will understand the basics of embedded systems programming. Students will have an overview of the digital systems and their operation. Students know the basic concepts of digital systems. On completion of the course students understand the basic fundamentals of data networks and are able to configure devices for IP networks. Students 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 oral and written communication. They are able to communicate effectively to support and improve their professional competence. Students are also able to write a formal project report in English as well as give a presentation in a professional manner.

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)

Student has achieved the course objectives. Student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. Student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise 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 define the course concepts and models and is able to justify the analysis. Student is able to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student understands the importance of expertise in the field of information and communication technology and is able to analyze his/her own expertise.

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 models. Student is able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. Student is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze expertise in the information and communication technology sector and the development of his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Student has achieved the course objectives. Student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. Student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.

Qualifications

No prerequisites

Objective

On completion of the course students have an overview of health technology. They will understand the basics of embedded systems programming. Students will have an overview of the digital systems and their operation. Students know the basic concepts of digital systems. On completion of the course students understand the basic fundamentals of data networks and are able to configure devices for IP networks. Students 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 oral and written communication. They are able to communicate effectively to support and improve their professional competence. Students are also able to write a formal project report in English as well as give a presentation in a professional manner.

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

Qualifications

No prerequisites