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Innovations in Construction Industry

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: IRJ0102
Type: Compulsory
Curriculum: I-RJ 2011
Level: Master of Engineering
Year of Study: 1 (2011-2012)
Credits: 5 cr
Responsible Teacher: Laaja, Martti
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Learning Outcomes

The student knows the starting points for developing a company or public administration. The student is able to interpret national or international development programs in construction business. The student is able to manage development as a responsible person in construction business and is able to utilise the methods of information management and project management.

Student's Workload

Total work load of the course: 135 h
- of which scheduled studies: 35 h
- of which autonomous studies: 100 h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

Not required.

Contents

Legislation, regulations and instructions, Euro Codes. Methods od testing product safety. Sustainable development aspect. Product modelling. Energy efficiency in buildings and construction. Alteration projects. Principles of utilising ICT. Research approaches are looked into by studying reports of development projects.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

The student chooses an area of study from the literature. Examples of literature:
Marja Naaranoja (ed.) 2006, Rakennusprojektin onnistumisen eväitä,
Carnall, C. (2003). Managing Change in Organization,
Charan, R. & Tichy N.M. (2000). Every Business Is a Growth Business: How Your Company Can Prosper Year after Year

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

The study unit is implemented as multiform teaching: lectures, group work and independent assignments.

Assessment Criteria

Grade 1: The student knows the contents of the study unit that are relevant in working life.
Grade 3: The student is able to utilise the information and skills learnt during the study unit.
Grade 5: The student is able to utilise and apply the information and skills learnt during the study unit.

Assessment Methods

Essays and an assignment.


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