Project Course in Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering (10 ECTS)

Objective

The main purpose with the course is to deepen the student´s knowledge about the field of operation of the degree program.
Students become acquainted with one or more product groups, their characteristics and the manufacturing process of the product by making a project work. Sensor technology is included in the project.

The student is able to communicate as an expert in different research and development tasks and environments. They are able to retrieve and evaluate information critically and use it purposefully. The student knows the good practices of oral and written communication and is able to apply them appropriately.

Content

1. Getting to know the topic
2. Draw up a project plan and obtain the necessary materials and tools
3. Experimental part
4. Determining the uncertainty of measurements
5. Reporting and presentation of the project
6. Presentation skills, speaking and giving feedback
7. Communication in projects and research and development tasks

Teaching methods

Physics: Lectures

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student is able to
- find information for a specific situation
- distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
- act in individual professional situations as instructed
- demonstrate learning in his or her professional field
- work as a member of a student group
- follow safety instructions

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student is able to
- demonstrate an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
- act well in typical professional duties and contexts
- work in a student group
- act safely

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to
- use concepts and knowledge in the field systematically
- assess and use various information sources
- apply professional information in professional assignments
- act independently and responsibly in a professional context
- organize his or her own activities and the activities of a group of students
- take safety issues into consideration in his or her actions

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student is able to
- find information for a specific situation
- distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
- act in individual professional situations as instructed
- demonstrate learning in his or her professional field
- work as a member of a student group
- follow safety instructions

Assessment methods and criteria

Physics: Pass/Fail

Qualifications

Laboratory safety as a part of Orientation studies

Further information

The course contains studies of professional communication.

Further information

The course contains studies of professional communication.