Study Guide

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.

Objective

After completing the course, the student is able to:
· analyze the special features of health technology business and product development
· apply the regulatory demands in the medical device development process
· apply user-centric design in developing health technology innovation

Content

· R&D process
· medical device regulation
· user-centered design

Evaluation scale

H-5

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.

Objective

After completing the course, the student is able to:
· analyze the special features of health technology business and product development
· apply the regulatory demands in the medical device development process
· apply user-centric design in developing health technology innovation

Content

· R&D process
· medical device regulation
· user-centered design

Evaluation scale

H-5