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Course syllabus - Project Methodology
Scope
7.5 credits
Course code
DVA329
Valid from
Autumn semester 2013
Education level
First cycle
Progressive Specialisation
G2F (First cycle, has at least 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirements).
Main area(s)
Computer Science, Electronics, Aeronautical Engineering, Innovation Technology, Product and Process Development
School
School of Innovation, Design and Engineering
Ratified
2013-02-27
Status
This syllabus is not current and will not be given any more
Literature lists
Course literature is preliminary up to 8 weeks before course start. Course literature can be valid over several semesters.
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Books
The definitive guide to project management : the fast track to getting the job done on time and on budget
2nd ed. : Harlow : Financial Times Prentice Hall, 2007. - xxi, 354 p.
ISBN: 978-0-273-71097-4 (pbk.) LIBRIS-ID: 11907483
Objectives
The aim with the course is to give students an introduction to lead and participate in small to large complex multidisciplinary projects. These projects may be pursued in different areas in computer science, electronics, aeronautical engineering, biomedical engineering, artificial intelligence, innovation technology, product and process development as well as robotics.
Learning outcomes
After completion of the course the students will have knowledge in (1) organization, (2) planning, (3) execution, and (4) evaluation of a project both as a project manager and group member. The students will also learn to approach ethical aspects within project. The students will be able to apply theory and experience in projects of different size and complexity.
Course content
The course contains both theoretical and applied aspects and includes different aspects such as: project organization and team building; basic administration; planning; monitoring and control; scope and risk management; project ethics; design, implementation and test.
Tuition
Lectures and group work.
Specific requirements
At least 90 ECTS credits in computer science and/or electronics where at least 15 ECTS credits in programming are included and a TOEFL test result (PBT) at least 530, TWE score 4, (iBT) at least 72, TWE score 17 or IELTS test score for academic purposes with an overall band score of minimum 5.5 and no band score below 5.0. The English test is COMPULSORY for all applicants except citizens of Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom and USA. The TOEFL code you must use is SWEDEN 9520.
Examination
Exercise (INL1), 7,5 ECTS credits, marks 3,4 or 5
An approved group assignment required for grade 3. Additional individual assignment is required for grade 4 or 5.
A student who has a certificate from MDU regarding a disability has the opportunity to submit a request for supportive measures during written examinations or other forms of examination, in accordance with the Rules and Regulations for Examinations at First-cycle and Second-cycle Level at Mälardalen University (2020/1655). It is the examiner who takes decisions on any supportive measures, based on what kind of certificate is issued, and in that case which measures are to be applied.
Suspicions of attempting to deceive in examinations (cheating) are reported to the Vice-Chancellor, in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance, and are examined by the University’s Disciplinary Board. If the Disciplinary Board considers the student to be guilty of a disciplinary offence, the Board will take a decision on disciplinary action, which will be a warning or suspension.
Grade
Pass with distinction, Pass with credit, Pass, Fail
Interim Regulations and Other Regulations
The course completely overlaps with DVA317 Project Methodology.