Students possess basic knowledge and skills in planning and carrying out various projects. They understand the concepts associated with project work, know what a project plan should include, be familiar with project schedules and deadlines and project management. They can produce a project plan including the project schedules. They can determine and estimate the duration of a project by means of the amount of work and the amount of resources of a project. Students are able to develop a project and evaluate it in technological and economical aspects.
Student's Workload
- lectures, seminar 22 h
- exercises, assignment 34h
- literature, virtual exam 24 h
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No prerequisites
Contents
- Concepts associated with projects and utilising them
- Project plans
- Dividing projects into parts (stages)
- Planning schedules
- Planning resources
- Computer-based project management
Recommended or Required Reading
As indicated by the lecturer (Taijala).
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, exercises on computer, assignment
Assessment Criteria
Will be announced at the beginning of the course.
Assessment Methods
- Exam (50 %)
- Assignment (50 %)
Both parts must be successfully completed to receive a grade for the course.