Special Aspects in Project and Process Management
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IKTS6102 |
| Curriculum: | KT 2023 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 3 (2025-2026) |
| Semester: | Autumn |
| Credits: | 5 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Saarikoski, Lotta |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
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Learning Outcomes
The course will introduce students to the complex relationships between quality, project and process management. The focus is on the linkage of these three areas in order to provide a better understanding of their interaction and an ability to analytically solve complex issues. Students will also develop skills that enable them to critically evaluate both the process and progress of projects. Students will understand the complexity of project work and be able to adapt their tools to influence a project’s resource use and results.
Student's Workload
Total work load of the course: 135 h
- of which scheduled studies: 70 h
- of which autonomous studies: 65 h
The assessment of student’s own learning 1 h is included in contact lessons.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Leading people and production
Contents
Introduction to project theory, project life cycle, lean management, monitoring and control of projects and process, project and process management, development culture and project teams.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Project Management: The Managerial Process by Erik Larsson and Clifford Gray plus additional material by lecturer
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures 70h, team work and project work and autonomous studies tot. 65h
Assessment Criteria
1: The student is able, with guidance, to utilise the methods learnt during the study unit.
3: The student is able to utilise the methods learnt during the study unit independently.
5: The student is able to utilise the methods learnt during the study unit independently and is able apply the learnt knowledge in new contexts.
Assessment Methods
Active participation, team work, exams and project work