Law of Civil Servants
| Structure Type: | Study unit | 
|---|---|
| Code: | TLS4302 | 
| Type: | Optional obligatory / Basic Studies | 
| Curriculum: | T-LT 2009 | 
| Level: | Bachelor of Business Administration | 
| Year of Study: | 3 (2011-2012) | 
| Credits: | 3 cr | 
| Responsible Teacher: | Hartman, Tuula | 
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish | 
Courses During the Academic Year 2011-2012
| Impl. | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 2011-10-24 – 2012-03-02 | Mayvor Höglund, Riitta Emaus | Finnish | 2011-10-03 – 2011-10-30 | 
Learning Outcomes
The student will know the Act of Civil Servants very well and understand the application of the legislation of Civil Servant. The student familiarizes him/herself with the rights and official duties, public liability and legal protection.
Student's Workload
Total work load of the course: 80 hours 
- of which  scheduled studies 40 hours 
- of which autonomous studies 41 hours
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
Introduction to Contract law and Obligations
Contents
The basics of the Act of Civil Servant and the application field. Establishing and revoking an appointment of a civil Servant, altering and transferring of a post. The rights and official duties of a civil Servant. Public liability. Employment security of a Civil Servant. Legal protection and legal Safety. Act on Civil Servants in Local Governments
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Legislation in force.
Husa, Jaakko.2002. Julkisen vallan oikeudelliset perusteet.
Koskinen, Seppo. 2002 Virkamiesoikeuden perusteet
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, project learning, group works, self-studies and presentations
Assessment Criteria
level 5
- utilise and apply essential theories, concepts and methods in various situations  
- participate in a discussion on the values and ethical principles of the field 
- communicate about the issues and phenomena of the field to various target groups  
level 3
- justify the solutions made when acting in tasks of an expert 
- utilise various problem-solving methods independently 
- analyse professional ethical activity and act ethically in situations of various type  
level 1
- justify the solutions made when acting in tasks of an expert 
- utilise problem-solving methods when given guidance 
- act in accordance with the professional code of conduct and professional values
Assessment Methods
Project report, a written assignment and a written exam.
