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Foundational ICT and Study Skills (3 cr)

Code: TE00CQ19-3008

General information


Enrollment

01.06.2025 - 02.09.2025

Timing

02.09.2025 - 21.12.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Campus

Kupittaa Campus

Teaching languages

  • Finnish
  • English

Seats

70 - 90

Degree programmes

  • Degree Programme in Information and Communication Technology
  • Degree Programme in Business Information Technology
  • Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology

Teachers

  • Tiina Tolmunen
  • Noora Maritta Nieminen
  • Virtuaalihenkilö3 IECS

Groups

  • PTIETS25B
    PTIETS25B
  • PTIETS25A
    PTIETS25A

Objective

By the end of this course, the student will:

understand the basics of the CDIO concept.
obtain foundational ideas of problem-solving skills and design thinking.
familiarize with usual ICT project management ideologies.
familiarize with basic concepts in software development.
familiarize with the curriculum contents and structure of their degree programme.
know the opportunities for accreditation of studies and recognition of competence, as well as for cross-institutional studying.
understands the importance of study skills and can assess their own areas for improvement.

Content

This course introduces the CDIO (Conceive-Design-Implement-Operate) framework with a specific focus on the 'Conceive and Design' aspects. Students will learn the principles of the CDIO model and its application in engineering and technological disciplines. Students gain practical experience in conceptualizing and designing solutions for real-world challenges. The student receives information about the curriculum, study and support opportunities, and the necessary study skills.

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Qualifications

None.