Health Technology Implementation and UsageLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: MS00BR16
Credits
5 op
Objective
After completing the course, the student is able to:
· analyse the social and healthcare sector and utilization of technology
· create a requirement analysis and usability evaluation for a health technology product
· work as an expert in health technology procurement process
· create a health technology implementation plan
· evaluate a health technology product´s adaptability and benefits
Content
· requirement analysis
· usablity evaluation
· technology implementation
Enrollment
02.12.2024 - 31.12.2024
Timing
17.01.2025 - 31.05.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Kupittaa Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 65
Degree programmes
- Master of Health Care Technology
Teachers
- Reetta Raitoharju
- Jan Holmberg
- Pauliina Tryykilä
Groups
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YTERIS24
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YTERTS24Master of Business Administration, Health Technology
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YTERTES24
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OSTESOS24
Objective
After completing the course, the student is able to:
· analyse the social and healthcare sector and utilization of technology
· create a requirement analysis and usability evaluation for a health technology product
· work as an expert in health technology procurement process
· create a health technology implementation plan
· evaluate a health technology product´s adaptability and benefits
Content
· requirement analysis
· usablity evaluation
· technology implementation
Materials
Materials as specified separately by the lecturers.
Teaching methods
Before the on-campus days, students receive preparatory material to help them familiarize themselves with the topic.
During the on-campus days, the topic is explored in depth through expert and guest lectures.
The course includes a case-based group assignment, as well as an individual essay and a written exam.
Exam schedules
The written exam will take place on April 11th at the Kupittaa campus, using your own device. There are two opportunities for re-taking the exam in case of a failed result.
International connections
The orientation material provided to students before the on-campus days enables them to gain a preliminary understanding of the topic and lays a foundation for independent preparation. This approach supports students’ readiness to engage with more in-depth knowledge during the on-campus sessions.
The on-campus days are designed to deepen the topic through expert and guest lectures. These lectures provide current and practical insights into the course subject, helping students connect theory with practice and offering opportunities for questions and discussion.
The collaborative case assignment develops teamwork skills and the ability to apply new knowledge. Students work together on challenges simulating real-world scenarios, which promotes problem-solving and communal knowledge building.
The essay assignment offers an opportunity for deep reflection and analysis, while the written exam ensures mastery of course content aligned with the course objectives and serves as a comprehensive assessment of knowledge.
Completion alternatives
No optional completion methods are available.
Please discuss any potential absences from on-campus days with the instructor in advance.
Student workload
Orientation assignments: 5 hours
On-campus instruction: 15 hours
Case-based group assignment: 35 hours
Individual essay: 30 hours
Written exam and preparation: 50 hours
Total: 135 hours = 5 ECTS
Content scheduling
Learning Objectives of the Course
After completing the course, the student will be able to:
Analyze the unique characteristics of the social and healthcare environment from the perspective of technology utilization
Create a requirements specification and usability assessment for a health technology product
Act as an expert in the technology procurement process
Develop an implementation plan
Evaluate the suitability of a health technology product for their organization’s needs and assess its benefits
Course Content
Requirements specification
Usability assessment
Implementation
Course Schedule
The course will be held during the Spring Semester 2025.
On-campus class dates:
Fri 17 Jan, 8:30–15:30
Fri 11 Apr, 8:30–15:30
Further information
Course materials and submissions are available on the Itslearning platform, and communication with the course instructors is via email.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
The case assignment to be submitted as a group will be assessed as Fail/Pass.
The individual essay to be submitted will be assessed as Fail/Pass.
The written exam will be assessed on a scale of Fail/T1-K5, with the result serving as the final grade for the course.
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
The student has not submitted all assignments, has not participated in on-campus sessions, and has not successfully completed any replacement assignments. The submitted tasks are incomplete and/or do not meet most of the requirements outlined in the assignment instructions.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
The student has participated in the on-campus sessions and has successfully completed all assignments (any absences have been compensated by requesting replacement tasks). Based on the assignments, the student identifies key challenges and potential solutions related to the implementation, usability, and evaluation of health technology. The student is able to apply these concepts with limited success in the social and healthcare environment.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
The student has participated in the on-campus sessions and has successfully completed all assignments (any absences have been compensated by requesting replacement tasks). Based on the assignments, the student demonstrates a good understanding of the key challenges and solutions related to the implementation, usability, and evaluation of health technology and is able to apply these concepts in the social and healthcare environment.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student has participated in the on-campus sessions and has successfully completed all assignments (any absences have been compensated by requesting replacement tasks). Based on the assignments, the student demonstrates a thorough understanding of the key challenges and solution models related to the implementation, usability, and evaluation of health technology. The student shows the ability to successfully apply this knowledge in the social and healthcare environment.
Enrollment
02.12.2023 - 25.01.2024
Timing
25.01.2024 - 31.07.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Engineering and Business
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 35
Degree programmes
- Master of Health Care Technology
Teachers
- Reetta Raitoharju
- Jan Holmberg
Groups
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YTERTES23
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YTERIS23
Objective
After completing the course, the student is able to:
· analyse the social and healthcare sector and utilization of technology
· create a requirement analysis and usability evaluation for a health technology product
· work as an expert in health technology procurement process
· create a health technology implementation plan
· evaluate a health technology product´s adaptability and benefits
Content
· requirement analysis
· usablity evaluation
· technology implementation
Materials
Materials provided by teacher
Teaching methods
Before the upcoming days, students will receive an orientation material, which they can use to familiarize themselves with the subject matter. In the following days, the topic will be further explored through expert and guest lecturer presentations.
The course will involve a case assignment related to defining, evaluating, and implementing health technology. This task will be worked on in interdisciplinary small groups and peer-reviewed. As an assessed final output, students will submit an essay. The theoretical information in the course will be covered through both lectures and written materials.
Exam schedules
No exam
Completion alternatives
No alternative methods of completion.
Discuss possible absences during upcoming days with the teacher in advance.
Student workload
Orientation assignments 15 h
Contact lectures 15 h
Case study assignement about the requirements, evaluation and implementation of health technology in small groups 50 h
Essay 50 h
TOTAL 135 h = 5 cr
Content scheduling
Competence objectives of study unit
After completing the course, the student is able to:
· analyse the social and healthcare sector and utilization of technology
· create a requirement analysis and usability evaluation for a health technology product
· work as an expert in health technology procurement process
· create a health technology implementation plan
· evaluate a health technology product´s adaptability and benefits
Content of study unit
· requirement analysis
· usablity evaluation
· technology implementation
Further information
The study materials and submissions for the course will be on the Itslearning platform, accessible to all registered participants.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
The group-submitted case assignment will have peer assessment H-5. It will impact the individual grade positively or negatively by +/- 1.
The individually submitted essay will be graded H-5.
The final grade will be determined by the assessments of the essay and the group assignment (with an increasing or decreasing effect).
Enrollment
02.12.2022 - 10.01.2023
Timing
10.01.2023 - 31.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Engineering and Business
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Master of Health Care Technology
Teachers
- Reetta Raitoharju
Scheduling groups
- Vain avoimen AMK:n opiskelijoille (Tutkinto-opiskelija ilmoittaudu joka tapauksessa, toteutus ei ole vain avoimen opiskelijoille) (Size: 5. Open UAS: 5.)
Groups
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YTERIS22
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YTERTES22
Small groups
- For Open UAS students only
Objective
After completing the course, the student is able to:
· analyse the social and healthcare sector and utilization of technology
· create a requirement analysis and usability evaluation for a health technology product
· work as an expert in health technology procurement process
· create a health technology implementation plan
· evaluate a health technology product´s adaptability and benefits
Content
· requirement analysis
· usablity evaluation
· technology implementation
Materials
Materials provided by teacher
Teaching methods
In this implementation students are asked to complete a case study assignment which includes topics such as requirement analysis, evaluation and implementation of health technology. The students will be working in small groups but still return their individual reports. Theoretical knowledge from lectures and literature will be applied into practice using the case study assignment.
Student workload
Case study assignement about the requirements, evaluation and implementation of health technology
- PART 1 Procurement and requirement analysis 30 h
-PART 2 Usability evaluation 30 h
-PART 3 Implementation plan 30 h
-PART 4 Health technology evaluation 30 h
Contact teaching 15 h
TOTAL 135 h = 5 cr
Content scheduling
Competence objectives of study unit
After completing the course, the student is able to:
· analyse the social and healthcare sector and utilization of technology
· create a requirement analysis and usability evaluation for a health technology product
· work as an expert in health technology procurement process
· create a health technology implementation plan
· evaluate a health technology product´s adaptability and benefits
Content of study unit
· requirement analysis
· usablity evaluation
· technology implementation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Individual case study assignment report
Enrollment
02.12.2021 - 18.01.2022
Timing
18.01.2022 - 30.04.2022
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Engineering and Business
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Master of Health Care Technology
Teachers
- Reetta Raitoharju
Scheduling groups
- Pienryhmä 1 (Size: 3. Open UAS: 3.)
Groups
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YTERTES21
-
YTERIS21
Small groups
- Pienryhmä 1
Objective
After completing the course, the student is able to:
· analyse the social and healthcare sector and utilization of technology
· create a requirement analysis and usability evaluation for a health technology product
· work as an expert in health technology procurement process
· create a health technology implementation plan
· evaluate a health technology product´s adaptability and benefits
Content
· requirement analysis
· usablity evaluation
· technology implementation
Materials
Materials provided by teacher
Teaching methods
In this implementation students are asked to complete a case study assignment which includes topics such as requirement analysis, evaluation and implementation of health technology. The students will be working in small groups but still return their individual reports. Theoretical knowledge from lectures and literature will be applied into practice using the case study assignment.
Student workload
Case study assignement about the requirements, evaluation and implementation of health technology
- PART 1 Procurement and requirement analysis 30 h
-PART 2 Usability evaluation 30 h
-PART 3 Implementation plan 30 h
-PART 4 Health technology evaluation 30 h
Contact teaching 15 h
TOTAL 135 h = 5 cr
Content scheduling
Competence objectives of study unit
After completing the course, the student is able to:
· analyse the social and healthcare sector and utilization of technology
· create a requirement analysis and usability evaluation for a health technology product
· work as an expert in health technology procurement process
· create a health technology implementation plan
· evaluate a health technology product´s adaptability and benefits
Content of study unit
· requirement analysis
· usablity evaluation
· technology implementation
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Individual case study assignment report