Course syllabus - Introduction to University Studies

Objectives

The aim of the course is to give an introduction to studies in higher education and more specifically to provide basic knowledge in scientific methods and skills in study techniques, project management, oral and written presentations. Furthermore, relevant calculation tools are introduced, and you get an initial understanding of their possibilities and limitations.

Learning outcomes

1. Use different calculation and analysis tools for one or more energy problems and understand their possibilities and limitations.
2. Plan and, with adequate methods and within given frameworks, carry out and give a written and oral account of an assignment in energy technology.
3. Explain the basics of a scientific approach and explain ethical aspects in research and scientific writing.
4. Use basic tools for information retrieval and management and evaluate scientific references.
5. Apply critical thinking in reviewing one's own and others' scientific work.
6. Reflect on one's own and oppose the written and oral presentation of others.
7. Demonstrate the ability to identify their need for additional knowledge and to continuously develop their skills

Course content

The course includes scientific methods and academic writing, study techniques, project planning and presentation techniques.

Tuition

Lectures, calculation exercises, individual assignments

Requirements

Basic eligibility and Physics 2, Chemistry 1, Mathematics 3c or Mathematics D

Examination

Written assignment (INL1), 3 credits, grade 3,4 or 5 (learning outcome 1)
Project report (PRO1), 3,5 credits, grade 3, 4 or 5 (learning outcome 1-4)
Seminar (SEM1), 0,5 credits, grade Pass (G) or Fail (U) (learning outcome 5, 6, 7)
Seminar (SEM2), 0,5 credits, grade Pass (G) or Fail (U) (learning outcome 7)

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

Overlap 7,5 credits with TOA100, OAH108 and OAH110.