Study Guide

Objectives (course unit)

Students are able to use modern digital engineering software.

Students are able to:
- model rotationally symmetrical and sheet metal parts
- model double curvature surfaces
- model parts extruded along a control curve
- model assemblies

Content (course unit)

During the course students model vehicle components using a variety of methods
- Rotationally symmetrical parts
- Bodywork sheet metal parts
- Double curvature surface parts
- Exhaust systems modeling along the control curve.

The modeled parts are joint into digital assemblies.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students know design methods. They complete tasks under assistance. They take responsibility of their studies.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are able to apply what they have learned to practical problems. They can choose the right methods and justify their selection. They recognize and follow common design principles.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are able to contextualize what they have learned. The are able to search for various methods and solutions, justify their selection and try various methods. Students understand the economic impact of their actions.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students are able to use modern digital engineering software.

Students are able to:
- model rotationally symmetrical and sheet metal parts
- model double curvature surfaces
- model parts extruded along a control curve
- model assemblies

Content (course unit)

During the course students model vehicle components using a variety of methods
- Rotationally symmetrical parts
- Bodywork sheet metal parts
- Double curvature surface parts
- Exhaust systems modeling along the control curve.

The modeled parts are joint into digital assemblies.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students know design methods. They complete tasks under assistance. They take responsibility of their studies.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are able to apply what they have learned to practical problems. They can choose the right methods and justify their selection. They recognize and follow common design principles.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are able to contextualize what they have learned. The are able to search for various methods and solutions, justify their selection and try various methods. Students understand the economic impact of their actions.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students achieve basic knowledge and skills in technical drafting, 3-D modeling and CAD systems.

Students are able to:
- model basic vehicle components
- model holes of various shapes and sizes
- produce manufacturing drawings including dimensions.

Content (course unit)

The course deals with methods and standards (including projections, lines, texts, dimensions, tolerances, fittings, surface and weld annotations, diagrams, part lists, machine elements, drafting quality and economics) related to the technical drafting. Students practice modeling and drafting using CAD-systems.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students know the methods used in design. They are able to complete tasks when assisted. Students take responsibility of their own tasks.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student are able to use what they have learned in solving problems. They can choose and justify the methods they use. Students recognize and use common design methods.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are able to contextualize what they have learned. They are able to search for various design methods and solutions and try new methods.Students understand the economic impact of their choices and seek better solutions.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students achieve basic knowledge and skills in technical drafting, 3-D modeling and CAD systems.

Students are able to:
- model basic vehicle components
- model holes of various shapes and sizes
- produce manufacturing drawings including dimensions.

Content (course unit)

The course deals with methods and standards (including projections, lines, texts, dimensions, tolerances, fittings, surface and weld annotations, diagrams, part lists, machine elements, drafting quality and economics) related to the technical drafting. Students practice modeling and drafting using CAD-systems.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students know the methods used in design. They are able to complete tasks when assisted. Students take responsibility of their own tasks.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student are able to use what they have learned in solving problems. They can choose and justify the methods they use. Students recognize and use common design methods.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are able to contextualize what they have learned. They are able to search for various design methods and solutions and try new methods.Students understand the economic impact of their choices and seek better solutions.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know the basics dynamics
- know the vehicle linear and horizontal dynamics
- know tire contact theory
- know acceleration and deceleration force effects
- know the basics of aerodynamics.

Content (course unit)

The course covers the road and the tire contact during acceleration and braking, evasive maneuvers, performance and consumption calculations, forces, traction resistances and wheel power measurement, industrial vehicle special dynamics, aerodynamics and acoustics of the vehicle.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Can recognise components and systems of a car. Can calculate components, but can't explain choices. Can work in a group and recognise interaction skills. Can recognise automotive way of acting.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Can analyze components and systems of a car and compare then. Can calculate components and explain choices. Can work responsible in a group and is ready to improve interaction skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Understand all-round components and systems of a car. Can calculate components in a specific car and create new solution. Can work responsibly, flexibly and constructively in a group. Is ready to improve own and group interaction skills.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Some of exercises or examinations are abandoned.

Location and time

The course will be in periods 1 and 2 according to schedule.

Exam schedules

There will be one or two examinations. It depends on the execution and will be told when the course is beginning. The abandoned examination can be done again in next two general examination event after the course has finished.

Assessment methods and criteria

The grade will be determined by:
- dynamics 25 %
- tractive force / speed diagram 30 %
- braking balance exercise 15 %
- driving dynamics examination 30 %.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

The course consist of lectures, exercises and exams.

Learning materials

Tuononen&Koisaari: Ajoneuvojen dynamiikka, Autoalan koulutuskeskus Oy, 2010

Bosch: Ajonvakautusjärjestelmät, 2005

Bosch: Automotive Handbook, newest release

Student workload

There will be 63 hours of lectures or exercises and 72 hours of student personal work.

Content scheduling

The course consists: dynamics, theory of tyre, driving resistants, acceleration, fuel economy, braking, driving stability, data collection, acoustics.

Completion alternatives

There is no alternative way to accomplish the course.

Practical training and working life cooperation

There will be no co-operation between the course and working life.

International connections

There will be no co-operation between the course and international connections.

Assessment criteria - fail (0) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Some of exercises or examinations are abandoned.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Can recognise components and systems of a car. Can calculate components, but can't explain choices. Can work in a group and recognise interaction skills. Can recognise automotive way of acting.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Can analyze components and systems of a car and compare then. Can calculate components and explain choices. Can work responsible in a group and is ready to improve interaction skills.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Understand all-round components and systems of a car. Can calculate components in a specific car and create new solution. Can work responsibly, flexibly and constructively in a group. Is ready to improve own and group interaction skills.

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know the basics dynamics
- know the vehicle linear and horizontal dynamics
- know tire contact theory
- know acceleration and deceleration force effects
- know the basics of aerodynamics.

Content (course unit)

The course covers the road and the tire contact during acceleration and braking, evasive maneuvers, performance and consumption calculations, forces, traction resistances and wheel power measurement, industrial vehicle special dynamics, aerodynamics and acoustics of the vehicle.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Can recognise components and systems of a car. Can calculate components, but can't explain choices. Can work in a group and recognise interaction skills. Can recognise automotive way of acting.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Can analyze components and systems of a car and compare then. Can calculate components and explain choices. Can work responsible in a group and is ready to improve interaction skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Understand all-round components and systems of a car. Can calculate components in a specific car and create new solution. Can work responsibly, flexibly and constructively in a group. Is ready to improve own and group interaction skills.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Some of exercises or examinations are abandoned.

Location and time

The course will be in periods 1 and 2 according to schedule.

Exam schedules

There will be one or two examinations. It depends on the execution and will be told when the course is beginning. The abandoned examination can be done again in next two general examination event after the course has finished.

Assessment methods and criteria

The grade will be determined by:
- dynamics 25 %
- tractive force / speed diagram 30 %
- braking balance exercise 15 %
- driving dynamics examination 30 %.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

The course consist of lectures, exercises and exams.

Learning materials

Tuononen&Koisaari: Ajoneuvojen dynamiikka, Autoalan koulutuskeskus Oy, 2010

Bosch: Ajonvakautusjärjestelmät, 2005

Bosch: Automotive Handbook, newest release

Student workload

There will be 63 hours of lectures or exercises and 72 hours of student personal work.

Content scheduling

The course consists: dynamics, theory of tyre, driving resistants, acceleration, fuel economy, braking, driving stability, data collection, acoustics.

Completion alternatives

There is no alternative way to accomplish the course.

Practical training and working life cooperation

There will be no co-operation between the course and working life.

International connections

There will be no co-operation between the course and international connections.

Assessment criteria - fail (0) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Some of exercises or examinations are abandoned.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Can recognise components and systems of a car. Can calculate components, but can't explain choices. Can work in a group and recognise interaction skills. Can recognise automotive way of acting.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Can analyze components and systems of a car and compare then. Can calculate components and explain choices. Can work responsible in a group and is ready to improve interaction skills.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Understand all-round components and systems of a car. Can calculate components in a specific car and create new solution. Can work responsibly, flexibly and constructively in a group. Is ready to improve own and group interaction skills.

Objectives (course unit)

Students complete the statutory vehicle inspection legal course and are qualified to continue to the practical training part for qualifying as vehicle inspectors.

Students know:
- laws concerning light vehicles and their inspection
- the inspection points in light vehicles
- the acceptance limits of inspection points
- how to use traffic information management software in vehicle inspection.

Content (course unit)

General laws regarding inspector qualifications, vehicle accessories and their use
Vehicle construction, accessories and loading
Vehicle insurance
Vehicle taxation
General liability
Laws concerning vehicle inspection and supervision of vehicle inspection
Use of traffic information management software
Acceptance procedures of vehicles
Traffic safety
Quality in vehicle inspection
Inspection points in light vehicles (A through E) and fault assessment
Introduction to the vehicle inspection garage and training at the garage
Work safety

Prerequisites (course unit)

Students must have a certain amount of garage experience in order to move to the practical training period. The amount of required garage experience varies depending on the student's basic education.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students are ready start vehicle inspection training under supervision.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are able to start independent vehicle inspection training.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are able to work independently in vehicle inspection.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know the design criteria of vehicle body structure and chassis design
- know the most important national and international vehicle regulations
- know the passenger and industrial vehicle manufacturing technologies
- know the body glue, welding, riveting, soldering, repair, straightening methods
- use vehicle industry software for vehicle repair cost estimation
- use vehicle industry software for industrial vehicle engineering.

Content (course unit)

The course includes provisions relating to the vehicle structure, bodywork and chassis, materials, manufacturing and repair methods. The course includes safety regulations, safety equipment and safety testing, and collision repairs.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Can recognise different kind of car body structures. Is aware of repairing methods but can not explain them. Works in a group. Recognizes own co-operation skills. Recognizes automotive engineering working methods.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Can realize why different kind of car body structures are used. Is able to choose from repairing methods best for the case. Can work responsible in group and is ready to improve co-operational skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Understands widely car body structures. Is able to choose right working methods for repairs and can create new methods. Can co-operate responsible, flexible and constructively. Develop both own and group co-operation.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Student has not got minimum credit from practical works or examinations.

Location and time

On schedule.

Exam schedules

Two intermediate exams depending on the course unit.

Assessment methods and criteria

Evaluation values:
- light weight vehicle 50 % (practical work 50 % and examination 50 %)
- commercian vehicle 50 % (practical work 50 % and examination 50 %).
Student have to get 1/3 points of maximum points on both practical works and examinations.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

The course includes lectures, exercises and midterm exams.

Learning materials

Bosch: Automotive handbook (newest version).
Possible course material.

Student workload

Contact teaching 38 hours, self-study 42 hours.

Content scheduling

Light weight vehicle:
- vehicle regulations
- design criteria
- frame structure
- manufacturing
- security devices
- surface treatment
- damage repairs
- safety cab
- intermediate examination.
Commercial vehicle:
- vehicle regulations
- structure of the commercial vehicle
- frame structures
- bodyworkers
- bodyworker's instructions
- damage repairs of heavy equipment
- intermediate examination.

Completion alternatives

There is no other way to execute.

Practical training and working life cooperation

Visiting lecturers will be used during the course if possible. The course also aims to make business visits.

International connections

This course has no international connections.

Further information

In the light weight vehicle segment, students are divided into two groups: Machine Engineering students and Workshop Engineering students. Some classes are held in groups. The machine engineering section focuses more on design and fabrication. The focus of the workshop is on damage analysis.

Assessment criteria - fail (0) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Student has not got minimum credit from practical works or examinations.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Can recognise different kind of car body structures. Is aware of repairing methods but can not explain them. Works in a group. Recognizes own co-operation skills. Recognizes automotive engineering working methods.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Can realize why different kind of car body structures are used. Is able to choose from repairing methods best for the case. Can work responsible in group and is ready to improve co-operational skills.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Understands widely car body structures. Is able to choose right working methods for repairs and can create new methods. Can co-operate responsible, flexible and constructively. Develop both own and group co-operation.

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know the properties and manufacturing of materials used in vehicles
- can as industrial vehicle designers choose the right materials to the application
- know the environmental regulations regarding vehicle materials and chemicals
- know the material surface treatment techniques and materials
- principles of corrosion.

Students know about material recycling.

Content (course unit)

The study course includes properties, use, recycling and end placement of modern and environmentally friendly materials.

Material elastic and plastic transformation, phase transformation, material testing, standards.

The students learn about materials used in the manufacture of vehicles, properties, and working the materials: steel and high strength steel, aluminum, plastics, composites, glasses, rubber and recycled materials.

Painting and surface treatment

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Can recognize and define the most common vehicle materials and manufacturing technologies. Knows different material groups, but can not justify own choices. Works in a group. Recognizes own co-operation skills. Recognizes engineering working methods.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Can analyze different materials and their properties as well as manufacturing technologie choices to each other. Can make choices between materials and manufacturing techniques and justify own choices. Can work responsible in a group and is ready to improve co-operational skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Understands widely the materials' properties and manufacturing techniques used in vehicle manufacturing. Can choose best possibilities of materials and manufacturing techniques to certain vehicle components and can justify own choices. Can co-operate responsible, flexible and constructively. Develop both own and group co-operation.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Student has not been able to do exercises, learning diary or examination acceptably.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know the properties and manufacturing of materials used in vehicles
- can as industrial vehicle designers choose the right materials to the application
- know the environmental regulations regarding vehicle materials and chemicals
- know the material surface treatment techniques and materials
- principles of corrosion.

Students know about material recycling.

Content (course unit)

The study course includes properties, use, recycling and end placement of modern and environmentally friendly materials.

Material elastic and plastic transformation, phase transformation, material testing, standards.

The students learn about materials used in the manufacture of vehicles, properties, and working the materials: steel and high strength steel, aluminum, plastics, composites, glasses, rubber and recycled materials.

Painting and surface treatment

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Can recognize and define the most common vehicle materials and manufacturing technologies. Knows different material groups, but can not justify own choices. Works in a group. Recognizes own co-operation skills. Recognizes engineering working methods.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Can analyze different materials and their properties as well as manufacturing technologie choices to each other. Can make choices between materials and manufacturing techniques and justify own choices. Can work responsible in a group and is ready to improve co-operational skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Understands widely the materials' properties and manufacturing techniques used in vehicle manufacturing. Can choose best possibilities of materials and manufacturing techniques to certain vehicle components and can justify own choices. Can co-operate responsible, flexible and constructively. Develop both own and group co-operation.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Student has not been able to do exercises, learning diary or examination acceptably.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Student learn about environmentally friendly vehicle engineering.

Student are able to:
- design and choose vehicle and power transfer main components such as shaft clutches and couplings, brakes and belt transmissions
- build larger systems using standards and manufactures catalogs and engineered components
- design components and transmissions such as engine-clutch-gearbox-wheels systems
- design vehicle combinations' pulling components, axles and air brakes

Study course includes lectures, design exercises, project work and home work.

Content (course unit)

Selection and dimension of the machine elements and joints of the power transmission. Standard-based dimension. Shaft clutches and brakes. Chain and belt drives. Shaft-hub joints (profile shafts) and shaft joints (the couplings and universal joints).

Design of vehicle combinations' pulling components, driving axles and air brakes.

Prerequisites (course unit)

Basic know-how of
- machine design,
- vehicle dynamics and statics of rigid bodies,
- strength of materials
Basics of finite element method is strongly recommended at least at the same time with this course.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student recognizes some key machine parts, connections and transmissions in mechanical engineering and power transmission, such as axle couplings, brakes and chain transmissions, and can, under guidance, measure them for simple objects. The student becomes aware of the importance of standards in selection dimensioning and, under guidance, is able to form larger entities, components and drives, such as motor-clutch-gear-drives, using machine parts they have dimensioned themselves and selected from manufacturers' catalogs. The student is only somewhat motivated, takes responsibility for his own performance, knows how to work in a group and give and receive feedback.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student knows well the key machine parts, joints and transmissions of mechanical engineering and power transmission, such as axle couplings, brakes and chain transmissions, and can independently measure them for common objects. The student takes into account the correct standards in selection dimensioning and knows how to independently form larger entities, components and drives, such as motor-clutch-gear-drives, using machine parts they have measured themselves and selected from manufacturers' catalogs. The student is clearly motivated, takes responsibility for his own and the group's performance, and knows how to constructively give and receive feedback.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student knows and understands the key machine parts, connections and transmissions of mechanical engineering and power transmission, such as axle couplings, brakes and chain transmissions, and can apply them to the most demanding applications. The student duly takes into account the correct standards and different solution options in selection dimensioning and knows how to independently form larger entities, components and drives, such as motor-clutch-gear-drives, using the machine parts they have dimensioned themselves and selected from manufacturers' catalogs. The student is highly motivated, takes committed responsibility for his own and the group's performance, and knows how to use feedback systematically as a tool for professional growth.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students are able:
- Calculate energy balances
- Calculate engine work cycles
- Calculate heat transfer
- Dimension engine radiator
- Estimate combustion energy

Content (course unit)

Students calculate heat balances for various machines and vehicles
Conductive, convective and radiation heat transfer principles
Engine work cycle corner, heat transfer and power calculations
Radiator dimensioning
Fuel heating, evaporation, oxygen mixing and after combustion

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students recognize laws of nature, physical quantities and units regarding vehicles and their equipment and can use those solve classroom problems. The calculated results may be wrong and solutions too simple but main part of the calculations are right. Students have problems in turning task in schedule.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students recognize laws of nature, physical quantities and units regarding vehicles and their equipment and can use those solve practical problems. The calculated results may have small errors and some parts may be slightly overlooked. Students are able to justify their solutions. Students are able to estimate the level of accuracy of the calculated results.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students recognize laws of nature, physical quantities and units regarding vehicles and their equipment and can use those solve practical problems. The calculated results may have small errors and some parts may be slightly overlooked. Students are able to justify their solutions. Students are able to estimate the level of accuracy of the calculated results. Students are able to combine what they have learned into professional context.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students understand what is customer service and sales work in the automobile industry.

Students know the principles of good customer service and their development and can enact those in practice. They strengthen their interaction skill especially regarding trust, convincing presentation and argumentation.

Students can work in spare part and service sales.

Students understand the importance of sales in specialized customer service and can exceed the customers' expectations, handle complaints successfully and utilize the customers' buying process (extra purchases, concentration of purchases, etc.). Students know how make customers into partners and can get new customers.

Content (course unit)

Goals are:

- Sales skills in specialized customer service
- Personal interaction skills in sales and customer service
- Customer-ship
- Service sales tools and process

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Can work in different kind of customer service situations. Knows basics of sale. Works in a group. Recognizes own co-operation skills. Recognizes automotive engineering working methods.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Can separate different customer service situations and act properly. Knows sales prosess and can act the right way. Can work responsible in group and is ready to improve co-operational skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Understands different kind of customers and can act in all customer service situations. Have good skills for sales in professional surroundings. Can co-operate responsible, flexible and constructively. Develop both own and group co-operation.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Student has not be able to do exercises or examinations acceptably.

Assessment scale

0-5

Learning materials

Accenture. 2021. Automotive customer experience reboot. Pivoting toward the automotive industry’s future success. [Research report]. https://www.accenture.com/fi-en/insights/automotive/reinventing-the-automotive-customer-experience,

Asiakaspalvelun järjestäminen – Kilpailu- ja kuluttajavirasto (kkv.fi),

Conlow, R., Watsabaugh, D. 2009. SuperSTAR Customer Service : It's All About C.A.R.E. Saatavilla verkossa,

Hänti, S., Kairisto-Mertanen, L., Kock, H. 2016. Oivaltava myyntityö. Soveltuvin osin.

Iwuzor, J. 2023. What Is Customer Service? Definition & Best Practices. Forbes Advisor. [artikkeli]. https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business/what-is-customer-service-definition-best-practices/,

Kunnas, P. 2015. Tunnista vuorovaikutustyylit. Myynnin ja markkinoinnin ammattilaiset. [artikkeli]. https://mma.fi/ajankohtaista/artikkelit/tunnista-vuorovaikutustyylit/,

Pääkkönen, L. 2017. Social selling : henkilöbrändi, verkostot ja sosiaalinen media B2B-myynnissä. Saatavilla verkossa.

Objectives (course unit)

Students learn about modern digital vehicle technology in versatile ways

Students are able to:
- auto electrical engineering basic concepts and device technology
- read and design circuit diagrams
- design basic components and wires
- able to search for and manage the fault finding
- the basic principles and technological devices
- make simple bus applications

Content (course unit)

Traditional car electronics: Generator system, starter system, ignition system, fuel injection system, battery, relay, electric motors, lighting, actuators, wiring.

Car and industrial vehicle sensor technology. Vehicle electrical wiring diagrams.

Electric car safety.

Fault diagnostics. Bus technology. Control system architecture. CAN-bus technology. Software programming exercises and application design using CAN-programming software. Other car bus systems.

Circuit board technology, electronic components and joining technology.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students recognize the electrical and bus components used in vehicles. They know various sensors, bus types and components but not why those have been chosen. They know basic electrical diagram signs. Students know how electronics are manufactured. They can work in teams, have interaction skills and know basic working methods.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are able to compare properties of various electrical and bus components. They can choose sensors, controllers and actuators for a vehicle and justify their selection. They can read electrical and software diagrams. They know how electronics are manufactured and know needs for new components and circuits. Student work together, take responsibility and develop their interaction skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students have a general understanding of how the electrical and bus components in a vehicle work.They can choose correct sensors and bus solutions for a specific vehicle.They can read bus aplicationns and electrical diagrams, and design wire harnesses. They know how electronics are manufactured and know needs for new components and circuits they benefits and possibilities. Student work together flexibly, take responsibility and develop their interaction skills.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students learn about modern digital vehicle technology in versatile ways

Students are able to:
- auto electrical engineering basic concepts and device technology
- read and design circuit diagrams
- design basic components and wires
- able to search for and manage the fault finding
- the basic principles and technological devices
- make simple bus applications

Content (course unit)

Traditional car electronics: Generator system, starter system, ignition system, fuel injection system, battery, relay, electric motors, lighting, actuators, wiring.

Car and industrial vehicle sensor technology. Vehicle electrical wiring diagrams.

Electric car safety.

Fault diagnostics. Bus technology. Control system architecture. CAN-bus technology. Software programming exercises and application design using CAN-programming software. Other car bus systems.

Circuit board technology, electronic components and joining technology.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students recognize the electrical and bus components used in vehicles. They know various sensors, bus types and components but not why those have been chosen. They know basic electrical diagram signs. Students know how electronics are manufactured. They can work in teams, have interaction skills and know basic working methods.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are able to compare properties of various electrical and bus components. They can choose sensors, controllers and actuators for a vehicle and justify their selection. They can read electrical and software diagrams. They know how electronics are manufactured and know needs for new components and circuits. Student work together, take responsibility and develop their interaction skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students have a general understanding of how the electrical and bus components in a vehicle work.They can choose correct sensors and bus solutions for a specific vehicle.They can read bus aplicationns and electrical diagrams, and design wire harnesses. They know how electronics are manufactured and know needs for new components and circuits they benefits and possibilities. Student work together flexibly, take responsibility and develop their interaction skills.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students are able to:
- understand German language professional journals and internet pages
- use professional terminology
- present themselves
- consider Germany as possible student exchange country
- work in Germany in automobile industry

Content (course unit)

Topics:
- seeking information
- students prepare professional German-Finnish dictionary
- country know-how
- greeting, presentation, speaking about studies and work
- some grammatical issues
- German pronunciation

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

Students are able to work as a productive part of a workplace.

Content (course unit)

The student works at the practical training site and reports on the traineeship. Getting to know the industry's usual work tasks, techniques, occupational safety and different practices in the workplace.

Further information (course unit)

Students get their training jobs on their own intiative. Credit units are applied for with a form after the training in september.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The first part of practical training can be so called general training which is done after the first year of studies and is 17 days, i.e. 5 c.u. long. It is recommended that training is related to the studies but it must be at least technical training.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students are able to work as a productive part of a workplace.

Content (course unit)

The student works at the practical training site and reports on the traineeship. Getting to know the industry's usual work tasks, techniques, occupational safety and different practices in the workplace.

Further information (course unit)

Students get their training jobs on their own intiative. Credit units are applied for with a form after the training in september.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The first part of practical training can be so called general training which is done after the first year of studies and is 17 days, i.e. 5 c.u. long. It is recommended that training is related to the studies but it must be at least technical training.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student becomes familiar with the tasks in his / her field and learns new things compared to previous internships. In addition, the aim is to combine theory and practice and to provide a reality-based view of the demands and practices of the industry.

Content (course unit)

The student works as a trainee in the field, keeping a learning diary and completing the learning tasks agreed at the beginning of the training. Traineeships are reported in writing or after a training session. Students are familiar with at least the organizational structure, quality system, management procedures, stakeholders, industry regulations and operational processes.

Further information (course unit)

Students get their trainee jobs on their own intiative. Credit units are applied for with a form after the training in September.

The training job must be in the automotive industry and teach substantially more as opposed to the previous training jobs. For example if the student has previously worked as a car mechanic, this job is no longer accepted as training. The student must move to a completely new job.

A traning agreement is done at the start of the traning between TAMK, student and employer.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The third year students complete 50 days of training during the summer period, i.e. 15 c.u..

Training must be specific to the studies. Only jobs at undergraduate engineering level are acceptable. The student has completed the given learning assignments and thus fulfills the minimum content requirements.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students master the basics of garage business management.

Students are able to:
- calculate cost of products and services
- calculate correct price according to the company profitability targets
- calculate cash flow and make a budget accordingly
- calculate the effect of investments on costs, prices and profitability

Content (course unit)

Garage business idea and business plan, cost management, cash flow, budgeting and accounting.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student is able to:
- Calculate the cost of the product and service

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student is able to:
- Calculate the cost of the product and service
- Calculate the correct price taking into account the company's profitability goals

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student is able to:
- Calculate the cost of the product and service
- Calculate the correct price taking into account the company's profitability goals
- Calculate cash flow and make a budget based on it
- Calculate the impact of investments on costs, sales price and profitability

Location and time

See Lukkari

Exam schedules

Exam in the end of the course

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Online and classroom training
Indipendent learning
Exam
Assignment

Learning materials

Moodle

Student workload

According to credits

Content scheduling

Lectures, assignment and exam

Completion alternatives

No

Practical training and working life cooperation

Excursion if it is possible

International connections

N.A:

Further information

Industrial economics from engineering point of view

Objectives (course unit)

Students master the basics of garage management.

Students are able to:
- make a layout and an equipment plan
- make an organization chart and recruit employees

Students know about the use of garage management software

Content (course unit)

Planning and executing automotive and industrial vehicle after sales operations. Layout and equipment planning, environmental issues, organization, workplace co-operation, personnel issues, work scheduling and economics, garage management and spare part sales software.

Further information (course unit)

The course is intended for student majoring in garage engineering

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Can recognize and define different kind of machine choices and workshop layout. Recognize working methods in workshop, but can not explain choices to make. Work in a group. Recognize co-operation skills.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Can classify different kind of workshop working methods to each other. Can make a choice from machines and workshop layout and explain it. Can work responsible in group and is ready to improve co-operation skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Understands widely workshop working methods, layout and machines. Is able to choose machines and create new solutions. Can work responsible, flexible and co-operative in group. Is able to improve both own and group co-operation.

Location and time

Implementation take place in autumn. Lectures are in TAMK, visits in workshops will be announced separately.

Part of the workshop visits are mandatory. The group exercise seminar sessions are mandatory for everyone.

Exam schedules

Examination in the end of course. Renewal of the exam can be done in two examination event after implementation.

Assessment methods and criteria

Group exercises and learning tasks 75%, exam 25%. Exercises and exam needs to passed for passed grade.

Peer evaluation is taken into account in the evaluation of the group exercise.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Implementation includes lectures, planning works, visits in workshops and working in a team.

Learning materials

Course literature consist of material, which is in Moodle, and workshop machine manufacturers and importers technical brochures.

Student workload

Lectures 36 hours, independent work and group work 70 hours.

Content scheduling

This course consist of:
- working process in a workshop
- workshop planning
- machinery
- software
- material flow
- environment roles
- safety (including electricity).

Completion alternatives

There is no other possibilities to accomplish the implementation.

Practical training and working life cooperation

In this course there is several visits to workshops.

International connections

In this course there is no international co-operation connections.

Assessment criteria - fail (0) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Student has not be able to pass planning work or examination acceptably.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Can recognize and define different kind of machine choices and workshop layout. Recognize working methods in workshop, but can not explain choices to make. Work in a group. Recognize co-operation skills.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Can classify different kind of workshop working methods to each other. Can make a choice from machines and workshop layout and explain it. Can work responsible in group and is ready to improve co-operation skills.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Understands widely workshop working methods, layout and machines. Is able to choose machines and create new solutions. Can work responsible, flexible and co-operative in group. Is able to improve both own and group co-operation.

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know strength of materials basic concepts
- know the basic theory of strength of materials
- are able to analyze simple machine parts and structures in usual static load cases.

Content (course unit)

Basic concepts of strength, stress, strain and shear strain. The stress-strain relation. A straight rod tension and compression. Clean cut strain. Torque. The geometric properties of the cross-section. Straight beam bending. Buckling. Hyperstatic structures.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students recognize strength of materials basic concepts.
Students can solve routine tasks independently.
Students are able to give and receive feedback.
Students take responsibility of their studies.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are able to use strength of materials basic concepts and compare various results.
Students can solve demanding tasks independently.
Students are able to give and receive feedback.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students widely understand strength of materials theory and can generalize and analyze problems.
Students can search for various solutions and justify their selection.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know strength of materials basic concepts
- know the basic theory of strength of materials
- are able to analyze simple machine parts and structures in usual static load cases.

Content (course unit)

Basic concepts of strength, stress, strain and shear strain. The stress-strain relation. A straight rod tension and compression. Clean cut strain. Torque. The geometric properties of the cross-section. Straight beam bending. Buckling. Hyperstatic structures.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students recognize strength of materials basic concepts.
Students can solve routine tasks independently.
Students are able to give and receive feedback.
Students take responsibility of their studies.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are able to use strength of materials basic concepts and compare various results.
Students can solve demanding tasks independently.
Students are able to give and receive feedback.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students widely understand strength of materials theory and can generalize and analyze problems.
Students can search for various solutions and justify their selection.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student knows how to
- plan, realize and report a research or a development project dealing with automotives
- draw up questions and structure and direct the thesis process
- position the thesis work in relevant frame of reference using sources related to the topics
- execute the research or development task he/she has chosen by using appropriate methods
- present the results deliberately, ... and ...
- report his/her work in good Finnish language (or English)

Content (course unit)

Information gathering tools and methods
How to use library for help in the thesis work
Research methods
Technical writing and thesis writing
Essay in the native language

Further information (course unit)

Students on their own initiative get the thesis work assigment from the automotive industry or from the public sector. It is also possible to write a thesis based on student's own ideas, but this is not recommended.

The thesis topic must be in one of the program curriculum's topics. It can be a single project or a part of a larger multifield project.

All thesises are public.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

According to University's common thesis criteria.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

According to University's common thesis criteria.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

According to University's common thesis criteria.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know how to study using digital IT-systems at the Tampere University of Applied Sciences
- know the content of what they are going to study

Students begin to form a cohesive team where it is good to study.

Content (course unit)

Students will get the basic information of how to use information technology, which knowledge and skills they later deepen in other studies. Guest Lectures and get-to-know various jobs available in the automotive industry.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students are able to use basic program features when assisted and know the main features of university IT services and study program. Students take responsibility of their own studies and can work under team support.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are fluently able to use Microsoft Office programs and search information from university IT-systems. They know the study program and are able to make their own study plan. Students are able to complete tasks independently and take responsibility of the team performance.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are fluently able to use advanced features of the Microsoft Office programs and search information from university IT-systems. They know the study program and are able to make their own study plan. Students are very motivated and take responsibility of the team performance.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know how to study using digital IT-systems at the Tampere University of Applied Sciences
- know the content of what they are going to study

Students begin to form a cohesive team where it is good to study.

Content (course unit)

Students will get the basic information of how to use information technology, which knowledge and skills they later deepen in other studies. Guest Lectures and get-to-know various jobs available in the automotive industry.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students are able to use basic program features when assisted and know the main features of university IT services and study program. Students take responsibility of their own studies and can work under team support.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are fluently able to use Microsoft Office programs and search information from university IT-systems. They know the study program and are able to make their own study plan. Students are able to complete tasks independently and take responsibility of the team performance.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are fluently able to use advanced features of the Microsoft Office programs and search information from university IT-systems. They know the study program and are able to make their own study plan. Students are very motivated and take responsibility of the team performance.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The goal is to improve students' skills in using engineering software in engineering and product development.

Content (course unit)

During the course students will make a complete design into a PDM-system. The design will be optimized for welding, material selection and weight. 3D scanning will be used to create a 3D model.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students know design methods. They complete tasks under assistance. They take responsibility of their studies.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are able to apply what they have learned to practical problems. They can choose the right methods and justify their selection. They recognize and follow common design principles.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are able to contextualize what they have learned. The are able to search for various methods and solutions, justify their selection and try various methods. Students understand the economic impact of their actions.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

Students learn about modern digital vehicle technology in versatile ways

Students are able to:
- auto electrical engineering basic concepts and device technology
- read and design circuit diagrams
- design basic components and wires
- able to search for and manage the fault finding
- the basic principles and technological devices
- make simple bus applications

Content (course unit)

Traditional car electronics: Generator system, starter system, ignition system, fuel injection system, battery, relay, electric motors, lighting, actuators, wiring.

Car and industrial vehicle sensor technology. Vehicle electrical wiring diagrams.

Electric car safety.

Fault diagnostics. Bus technology. Control system architecture. CAN-bus technology. Software programming exercises and application design using CAN-programming software. Other car bus systems.

Circuit board technology, electronic components and joining technology.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students recognize the electrical and bus components used in vehicles. They know various sensors, bus types and components but not why those have been chosen. They know basic electrical diagram signs. Students know how electronics are manufactured. They can work in teams, have interaction skills and know basic working methods.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are able to compare properties of various electrical and bus components. They can choose sensors, controllers and actuators for a vehicle and justify their selection. They can read electrical and software diagrams. They know how electronics are manufactured and know needs for new components and circuits. Student work together, take responsibility and develop their interaction skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students have a general understanding of how the electrical and bus components in a vehicle work.They can choose correct sensors and bus solutions for a specific vehicle.They can read bus aplicationns and electrical diagrams, and design wire harnesses. They know how electronics are manufactured and know needs for new components and circuits they benefits and possibilities. Student work together flexibly, take responsibility and develop their interaction skills.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know the design criteria of vehicle body structure and chassis design
- know the most important national and international vehicle regulations
- know the passenger and industrial vehicle manufacturing technologies
- know the body glue, welding, riveting, soldering, repair, straightening methods
- use vehicle industry software for vehicle repair cost estimation
- use vehicle industry software for industrial vehicle engineering.

Content (course unit)

The course includes provisions relating to the vehicle structure, bodywork and chassis, materials, manufacturing and repair methods. The course includes safety regulations, safety equipment and safety testing, and collision repairs.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Can recognise different kind of car body structures. Is aware of repairing methods but can not explain them. Works in a group. Recognizes own co-operation skills. Recognizes automotive engineering working methods.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Can realize why different kind of car body structures are used. Is able to choose from repairing methods best for the case. Can work responsible in group and is ready to improve co-operational skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Understands widely car body structures. Is able to choose right working methods for repairs and can create new methods. Can co-operate responsible, flexible and constructively. Develop both own and group co-operation.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Student has not got minimum credit from practical works or examinations.

Location and time

On schedule.

Exam schedules

Two intermediate exams depending on the course unit.

Assessment methods and criteria

Evaluation values:
- light weight vehicle 50 % (practical work 50 % and examination 50 %)
- commercian vehicle 50 % (practical work 50 % and examination 50 %).
Student have to get 1/3 points of maximum points on both practical works and examinations.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

The course includes lectures, exercises and midterm exams.

Learning materials

Bosch: Automotive handbook (newest version).
Possible course material.

Student workload

Contact teaching 38 hours, self-study 42 hours.

Content scheduling

Light weight vehicle:
- vehicle regulations
- design criteria
- frame structure
- manufacturing
- security devices
- surface treatment
- damage repairs
- safety cab
- intermediate examination.
Commercial vehicle:
- vehicle regulations
- structure of the commercial vehicle
- frame structures
- bodyworkers
- bodyworker's instructions
- damage repairs of heavy equipment
- intermediate examination.

Completion alternatives

There is no other way to execute.

Practical training and working life cooperation

Visiting lecturers will be used during the course if possible. The course also aims to make business visits.

International connections

This course has no international connections.

Further information

In the light weight vehicle segment, students are divided into two groups: Machine Engineering students and Workshop Engineering students. Some classes are held in groups. The machine engineering section focuses more on design and fabrication. The focus of the workshop is on damage analysis.

Assessment criteria - fail (0) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Student has not got minimum credit from practical works or examinations.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Can recognise different kind of car body structures. Is aware of repairing methods but can not explain them. Works in a group. Recognizes own co-operation skills. Recognizes automotive engineering working methods.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Can realize why different kind of car body structures are used. Is able to choose from repairing methods best for the case. Can work responsible in group and is ready to improve co-operational skills.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Understands widely car body structures. Is able to choose right working methods for repairs and can create new methods. Can co-operate responsible, flexible and constructively. Develop both own and group co-operation.

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students are able to use modern digital engineering software.

Students are able to:
- model rotationally symmetrical and sheet metal parts
- model double curvature surfaces
- model parts extruded along a control curve
- model assemblies

Content (course unit)

During the course students model vehicle components using a variety of methods
- Rotationally symmetrical parts
- Bodywork sheet metal parts
- Double curvature surface parts
- Exhaust systems modeling along the control curve.

The modeled parts are joint into digital assemblies.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students know design methods. They complete tasks under assistance. They take responsibility of their studies.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are able to apply what they have learned to practical problems. They can choose the right methods and justify their selection. They recognize and follow common design principles.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are able to contextualize what they have learned. The are able to search for various methods and solutions, justify their selection and try various methods. Students understand the economic impact of their actions.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students are able to work as a productive part of a workplace.

Content (course unit)

The student works at the practical training site and reports on the traineeship. Getting to know the industry's usual work tasks, techniques, occupational safety and different practices in the workplace.

Further information (course unit)

Students get their training jobs on their own intiative. Credit units are applied for with a form after the training in september.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The first part of practical training can be so called general training which is done after the first year of studies and is 17 days, i.e. 5 c.u. long. It is recommended that training is related to the studies but it must be at least technical training.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students are able to use modern digital engineering software.

Students are able to:
- model rotationally symmetrical and sheet metal parts
- model double curvature surfaces
- model parts extruded along a control curve
- model assemblies

Content (course unit)

During the course students model vehicle components using a variety of methods
- Rotationally symmetrical parts
- Bodywork sheet metal parts
- Double curvature surface parts
- Exhaust systems modeling along the control curve.

The modeled parts are joint into digital assemblies.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students know design methods. They complete tasks under assistance. They take responsibility of their studies.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are able to apply what they have learned to practical problems. They can choose the right methods and justify their selection. They recognize and follow common design principles.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are able to contextualize what they have learned. The are able to search for various methods and solutions, justify their selection and try various methods. Students understand the economic impact of their actions.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students are able to work as a productive part of a workplace.

Content (course unit)

The student works at the practical training site and reports on the traineeship. Getting to know the industry's usual work tasks, techniques, occupational safety and different practices in the workplace.

Further information (course unit)

Students get their training jobs on their own intiative. Credit units are applied for with a form after the training in september.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The first part of practical training can be so called general training which is done after the first year of studies and is 17 days, i.e. 5 c.u. long. It is recommended that training is related to the studies but it must be at least technical training.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student becomes familiar with the tasks in his / her field and learns new things compared to previous internships. In addition, the aim is to combine theory and practice and to provide a reality-based view of the demands and practices of the industry.

Content (course unit)

The student works as a trainee in the field, keeping a learning diary and completing the learning tasks agreed at the beginning of the training. Traineeships are reported in writing or after a training session. Students are familiar with at least the organizational structure, quality system, management procedures, stakeholders, industry regulations and operational processes.

Further information (course unit)

Students get their trainee jobs on their own intiative. Credit units are applied for with a form after the training in September.

The training job must be in the automotive industry and teach substantially more as opposed to the previous training jobs. For example if the student has previously worked as a car mechanic, this job is no longer accepted as training. The student must move to a completely new job.

A traning agreement is done at the start of the traning between TAMK, student and employer.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The third year students complete 50 days of training during the summer period, i.e. 15 c.u..

Training must be specific to the studies. Only jobs at undergraduate engineering level are acceptable. The student has completed the given learning assignments and thus fulfills the minimum content requirements.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The goal is to improve students' skills in using engineering software in engineering and product development.

Content (course unit)

During the course students will make a complete design into a PDM-system. The design will be optimized for welding, material selection and weight. 3D scanning will be used to create a 3D model.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students know design methods. They complete tasks under assistance. They take responsibility of their studies.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are able to apply what they have learned to practical problems. They can choose the right methods and justify their selection. They recognize and follow common design principles.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are able to contextualize what they have learned. The are able to search for various methods and solutions, justify their selection and try various methods. Students understand the economic impact of their actions.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Student learn about environmentally friendly vehicle engineering.

Student are able to:
- design and choose vehicle and power transfer main components such as shaft clutches and couplings, brakes and belt transmissions
- build larger systems using standards and manufactures catalogs and engineered components
- design components and transmissions such as engine-clutch-gearbox-wheels systems
- design vehicle combinations' pulling components, axles and air brakes

Study course includes lectures, design exercises, project work and home work.

Content (course unit)

Selection and dimension of the machine elements and joints of the power transmission. Standard-based dimension. Shaft clutches and brakes. Chain and belt drives. Shaft-hub joints (profile shafts) and shaft joints (the couplings and universal joints).

Design of vehicle combinations' pulling components, driving axles and air brakes.

Prerequisites (course unit)

Basic know-how of
- machine design,
- vehicle dynamics and statics of rigid bodies,
- strength of materials
Basics of finite element method is strongly recommended at least at the same time with this course.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student recognizes some key machine parts, connections and transmissions in mechanical engineering and power transmission, such as axle couplings, brakes and chain transmissions, and can, under guidance, measure them for simple objects. The student becomes aware of the importance of standards in selection dimensioning and, under guidance, is able to form larger entities, components and drives, such as motor-clutch-gear-drives, using machine parts they have dimensioned themselves and selected from manufacturers' catalogs. The student is only somewhat motivated, takes responsibility for his own performance, knows how to work in a group and give and receive feedback.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student knows well the key machine parts, joints and transmissions of mechanical engineering and power transmission, such as axle couplings, brakes and chain transmissions, and can independently measure them for common objects. The student takes into account the correct standards in selection dimensioning and knows how to independently form larger entities, components and drives, such as motor-clutch-gear-drives, using machine parts they have measured themselves and selected from manufacturers' catalogs. The student is clearly motivated, takes responsibility for his own and the group's performance, and knows how to constructively give and receive feedback.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student knows and understands the key machine parts, connections and transmissions of mechanical engineering and power transmission, such as axle couplings, brakes and chain transmissions, and can apply them to the most demanding applications. The student duly takes into account the correct standards and different solution options in selection dimensioning and knows how to independently form larger entities, components and drives, such as motor-clutch-gear-drives, using the machine parts they have dimensioned themselves and selected from manufacturers' catalogs. The student is highly motivated, takes committed responsibility for his own and the group's performance, and knows how to use feedback systematically as a tool for professional growth.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students achieve basic knowledge and skills in technical drafting, 3-D modeling and CAD systems.

Students are able to:
- model basic vehicle components
- model holes of various shapes and sizes
- produce manufacturing drawings including dimensions.

Content (course unit)

The course deals with methods and standards (including projections, lines, texts, dimensions, tolerances, fittings, surface and weld annotations, diagrams, part lists, machine elements, drafting quality and economics) related to the technical drafting. Students practice modeling and drafting using CAD-systems.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students know the methods used in design. They are able to complete tasks when assisted. Students take responsibility of their own tasks.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student are able to use what they have learned in solving problems. They can choose and justify the methods they use. Students recognize and use common design methods.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are able to contextualize what they have learned. They are able to search for various design methods and solutions and try new methods.Students understand the economic impact of their choices and seek better solutions.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students achieve basic knowledge and skills in technical drafting, 3-D modeling and CAD systems.

Students are able to:
- model basic vehicle components
- model holes of various shapes and sizes
- produce manufacturing drawings including dimensions.

Content (course unit)

The course deals with methods and standards (including projections, lines, texts, dimensions, tolerances, fittings, surface and weld annotations, diagrams, part lists, machine elements, drafting quality and economics) related to the technical drafting. Students practice modeling and drafting using CAD-systems.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students know the methods used in design. They are able to complete tasks when assisted. Students take responsibility of their own tasks.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student are able to use what they have learned in solving problems. They can choose and justify the methods they use. Students recognize and use common design methods.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are able to contextualize what they have learned. They are able to search for various design methods and solutions and try new methods.Students understand the economic impact of their choices and seek better solutions.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students are able to:
- understand German language professional journals and internet pages
- use professional terminology
- present themselves
- consider Germany as possible student exchange country
- work in Germany in automobile industry

Content (course unit)

Topics:
- seeking information
- students prepare professional German-Finnish dictionary
- country know-how
- greeting, presentation, speaking about studies and work
- some grammatical issues
- German pronunciation

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know how to study using digital IT-systems at the Tampere University of Applied Sciences
- know the content of what they are going to study

Students begin to form a cohesive team where it is good to study.

Content (course unit)

Students will get the basic information of how to use information technology, which knowledge and skills they later deepen in other studies. Guest Lectures and get-to-know various jobs available in the automotive industry.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students are able to use basic program features when assisted and know the main features of university IT services and study program. Students take responsibility of their own studies and can work under team support.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are fluently able to use Microsoft Office programs and search information from university IT-systems. They know the study program and are able to make their own study plan. Students are able to complete tasks independently and take responsibility of the team performance.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are fluently able to use advanced features of the Microsoft Office programs and search information from university IT-systems. They know the study program and are able to make their own study plan. Students are very motivated and take responsibility of the team performance.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know how to study using digital IT-systems at the Tampere University of Applied Sciences
- know the content of what they are going to study

Students begin to form a cohesive team where it is good to study.

Content (course unit)

Students will get the basic information of how to use information technology, which knowledge and skills they later deepen in other studies. Guest Lectures and get-to-know various jobs available in the automotive industry.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students are able to use basic program features when assisted and know the main features of university IT services and study program. Students take responsibility of their own studies and can work under team support.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are fluently able to use Microsoft Office programs and search information from university IT-systems. They know the study program and are able to make their own study plan. Students are able to complete tasks independently and take responsibility of the team performance.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are fluently able to use advanced features of the Microsoft Office programs and search information from university IT-systems. They know the study program and are able to make their own study plan. Students are very motivated and take responsibility of the team performance.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know the properties and manufacturing of materials used in vehicles
- can as industrial vehicle designers choose the right materials to the application
- know the environmental regulations regarding vehicle materials and chemicals
- know the material surface treatment techniques and materials
- principles of corrosion.

Students know about material recycling.

Content (course unit)

The study course includes properties, use, recycling and end placement of modern and environmentally friendly materials.

Material elastic and plastic transformation, phase transformation, material testing, standards.

The students learn about materials used in the manufacture of vehicles, properties, and working the materials: steel and high strength steel, aluminum, plastics, composites, glasses, rubber and recycled materials.

Painting and surface treatment

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Can recognize and define the most common vehicle materials and manufacturing technologies. Knows different material groups, but can not justify own choices. Works in a group. Recognizes own co-operation skills. Recognizes engineering working methods.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Can analyze different materials and their properties as well as manufacturing technologie choices to each other. Can make choices between materials and manufacturing techniques and justify own choices. Can work responsible in a group and is ready to improve co-operational skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Understands widely the materials' properties and manufacturing techniques used in vehicle manufacturing. Can choose best possibilities of materials and manufacturing techniques to certain vehicle components and can justify own choices. Can co-operate responsible, flexible and constructively. Develop both own and group co-operation.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Student has not been able to do exercises, learning diary or examination acceptably.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know the properties and manufacturing of materials used in vehicles
- can as industrial vehicle designers choose the right materials to the application
- know the environmental regulations regarding vehicle materials and chemicals
- know the material surface treatment techniques and materials
- principles of corrosion.

Students know about material recycling.

Content (course unit)

The study course includes properties, use, recycling and end placement of modern and environmentally friendly materials.

Material elastic and plastic transformation, phase transformation, material testing, standards.

The students learn about materials used in the manufacture of vehicles, properties, and working the materials: steel and high strength steel, aluminum, plastics, composites, glasses, rubber and recycled materials.

Painting and surface treatment

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Can recognize and define the most common vehicle materials and manufacturing technologies. Knows different material groups, but can not justify own choices. Works in a group. Recognizes own co-operation skills. Recognizes engineering working methods.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Can analyze different materials and their properties as well as manufacturing technologie choices to each other. Can make choices between materials and manufacturing techniques and justify own choices. Can work responsible in a group and is ready to improve co-operational skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Understands widely the materials' properties and manufacturing techniques used in vehicle manufacturing. Can choose best possibilities of materials and manufacturing techniques to certain vehicle components and can justify own choices. Can co-operate responsible, flexible and constructively. Develop both own and group co-operation.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Student has not been able to do exercises, learning diary or examination acceptably.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know the basics dynamics
- know the vehicle linear and horizontal dynamics
- know tire contact theory
- know acceleration and deceleration force effects
- know the basics of aerodynamics.

Content (course unit)

The course covers the road and the tire contact during acceleration and braking, evasive maneuvers, performance and consumption calculations, forces, traction resistances and wheel power measurement, industrial vehicle special dynamics, aerodynamics and acoustics of the vehicle.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Can recognise components and systems of a car. Can calculate components, but can't explain choices. Can work in a group and recognise interaction skills. Can recognise automotive way of acting.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Can analyze components and systems of a car and compare then. Can calculate components and explain choices. Can work responsible in a group and is ready to improve interaction skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Understand all-round components and systems of a car. Can calculate components in a specific car and create new solution. Can work responsibly, flexibly and constructively in a group. Is ready to improve own and group interaction skills.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Some of exercises or examinations are abandoned.

Location and time

The course will be in periods 1 and 2 according to schedule.

Exam schedules

There will be one or two examinations. It depends on the execution and will be told when the course is beginning. The abandoned examination can be done again in next two general examination event after the course has finished.

Assessment methods and criteria

The grade will be determined by:
- dynamics 25 %
- tractive force / speed diagram 30 %
- braking balance exercise 15 %
- driving dynamics examination 30 %.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

The course consist of lectures, exercises and exams.

Learning materials

Tuononen&Koisaari: Ajoneuvojen dynamiikka, Autoalan koulutuskeskus Oy, 2010

Bosch: Ajonvakautusjärjestelmät, 2005

Bosch: Automotive Handbook, newest release

Student workload

There will be 63 hours of lectures or exercises and 72 hours of student personal work.

Content scheduling

The course consists: dynamics, theory of tyre, driving resistants, acceleration, fuel economy, braking, driving stability, data collection, acoustics.

Completion alternatives

There is no alternative way to accomplish the course.

Practical training and working life cooperation

There will be no co-operation between the course and working life.

International connections

There will be no co-operation between the course and international connections.

Assessment criteria - fail (0) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Some of exercises or examinations are abandoned.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Can recognise components and systems of a car. Can calculate components, but can't explain choices. Can work in a group and recognise interaction skills. Can recognise automotive way of acting.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Can analyze components and systems of a car and compare then. Can calculate components and explain choices. Can work responsible in a group and is ready to improve interaction skills.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Understand all-round components and systems of a car. Can calculate components in a specific car and create new solution. Can work responsibly, flexibly and constructively in a group. Is ready to improve own and group interaction skills.

Objectives (course unit)

Students complete the statutory vehicle inspection legal course and are qualified to continue to the practical training part for qualifying as vehicle inspectors.

Students know:
- laws concerning light vehicles and their inspection
- the inspection points in light vehicles
- the acceptance limits of inspection points
- how to use traffic information management software in vehicle inspection.

Content (course unit)

General laws regarding inspector qualifications, vehicle accessories and their use
Vehicle construction, accessories and loading
Vehicle insurance
Vehicle taxation
General liability
Laws concerning vehicle inspection and supervision of vehicle inspection
Use of traffic information management software
Acceptance procedures of vehicles
Traffic safety
Quality in vehicle inspection
Inspection points in light vehicles (A through E) and fault assessment
Introduction to the vehicle inspection garage and training at the garage
Work safety

Prerequisites (course unit)

Students must have a certain amount of garage experience in order to move to the practical training period. The amount of required garage experience varies depending on the student's basic education.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students are ready start vehicle inspection training under supervision.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are able to start independent vehicle inspection training.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are able to work independently in vehicle inspection.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

Students learn about modern digital vehicle technology in versatile ways

Students are able to:
- auto electrical engineering basic concepts and device technology
- read and design circuit diagrams
- design basic components and wires
- able to search for and manage the fault finding
- the basic principles and technological devices
- make simple bus applications

Content (course unit)

Traditional car electronics: Generator system, starter system, ignition system, fuel injection system, battery, relay, electric motors, lighting, actuators, wiring.

Car and industrial vehicle sensor technology. Vehicle electrical wiring diagrams.

Electric car safety.

Fault diagnostics. Bus technology. Control system architecture. CAN-bus technology. Software programming exercises and application design using CAN-programming software. Other car bus systems.

Circuit board technology, electronic components and joining technology.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students recognize the electrical and bus components used in vehicles. They know various sensors, bus types and components but not why those have been chosen. They know basic electrical diagram signs. Students know how electronics are manufactured. They can work in teams, have interaction skills and know basic working methods.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are able to compare properties of various electrical and bus components. They can choose sensors, controllers and actuators for a vehicle and justify their selection. They can read electrical and software diagrams. They know how electronics are manufactured and know needs for new components and circuits. Student work together, take responsibility and develop their interaction skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students have a general understanding of how the electrical and bus components in a vehicle work.They can choose correct sensors and bus solutions for a specific vehicle.They can read bus aplicationns and electrical diagrams, and design wire harnesses. They know how electronics are manufactured and know needs for new components and circuits they benefits and possibilities. Student work together flexibly, take responsibility and develop their interaction skills.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know the basics dynamics
- know the vehicle linear and horizontal dynamics
- know tire contact theory
- know acceleration and deceleration force effects
- know the basics of aerodynamics.

Content (course unit)

The course covers the road and the tire contact during acceleration and braking, evasive maneuvers, performance and consumption calculations, forces, traction resistances and wheel power measurement, industrial vehicle special dynamics, aerodynamics and acoustics of the vehicle.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Can recognise components and systems of a car. Can calculate components, but can't explain choices. Can work in a group and recognise interaction skills. Can recognise automotive way of acting.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Can analyze components and systems of a car and compare then. Can calculate components and explain choices. Can work responsible in a group and is ready to improve interaction skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Understand all-round components and systems of a car. Can calculate components in a specific car and create new solution. Can work responsibly, flexibly and constructively in a group. Is ready to improve own and group interaction skills.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Some of exercises or examinations are abandoned.

Location and time

The course will be in periods 1 and 2 according to schedule.

Exam schedules

There will be one or two examinations. It depends on the execution and will be told when the course is beginning. The abandoned examination can be done again in next two general examination event after the course has finished.

Assessment methods and criteria

The grade will be determined by:
- dynamics 25 %
- tractive force / speed diagram 30 %
- braking balance exercise 15 %
- driving dynamics examination 30 %.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

The course consist of lectures, exercises and exams.

Learning materials

Tuononen&Koisaari: Ajoneuvojen dynamiikka, Autoalan koulutuskeskus Oy, 2010

Bosch: Ajonvakautusjärjestelmät, 2005

Bosch: Automotive Handbook, newest release

Student workload

There will be 63 hours of lectures or exercises and 72 hours of student personal work.

Content scheduling

The course consists: dynamics, theory of tyre, driving resistants, acceleration, fuel economy, braking, driving stability, data collection, acoustics.

Completion alternatives

There is no alternative way to accomplish the course.

Practical training and working life cooperation

There will be no co-operation between the course and working life.

International connections

There will be no co-operation between the course and international connections.

Assessment criteria - fail (0) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Some of exercises or examinations are abandoned.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Can recognise components and systems of a car. Can calculate components, but can't explain choices. Can work in a group and recognise interaction skills. Can recognise automotive way of acting.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Can analyze components and systems of a car and compare then. Can calculate components and explain choices. Can work responsible in a group and is ready to improve interaction skills.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Understand all-round components and systems of a car. Can calculate components in a specific car and create new solution. Can work responsibly, flexibly and constructively in a group. Is ready to improve own and group interaction skills.

Objectives (course unit)

Students understand what is customer service and sales work in the automobile industry.

Students know the principles of good customer service and their development and can enact those in practice. They strengthen their interaction skill especially regarding trust, convincing presentation and argumentation.

Students can work in spare part and service sales.

Students understand the importance of sales in specialized customer service and can exceed the customers' expectations, handle complaints successfully and utilize the customers' buying process (extra purchases, concentration of purchases, etc.). Students know how make customers into partners and can get new customers.

Content (course unit)

Goals are:

- Sales skills in specialized customer service
- Personal interaction skills in sales and customer service
- Customer-ship
- Service sales tools and process

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Can work in different kind of customer service situations. Knows basics of sale. Works in a group. Recognizes own co-operation skills. Recognizes automotive engineering working methods.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Can separate different customer service situations and act properly. Knows sales prosess and can act the right way. Can work responsible in group and is ready to improve co-operational skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Understands different kind of customers and can act in all customer service situations. Have good skills for sales in professional surroundings. Can co-operate responsible, flexible and constructively. Develop both own and group co-operation.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Student has not be able to do exercises or examinations acceptably.

Assessment scale

0-5

Learning materials

Accenture. 2021. Automotive customer experience reboot. Pivoting toward the automotive industry’s future success. [Research report]. https://www.accenture.com/fi-en/insights/automotive/reinventing-the-automotive-customer-experience,

Asiakaspalvelun järjestäminen – Kilpailu- ja kuluttajavirasto (kkv.fi),

Conlow, R., Watsabaugh, D. 2009. SuperSTAR Customer Service : It's All About C.A.R.E. Saatavilla verkossa,

Hänti, S., Kairisto-Mertanen, L., Kock, H. 2016. Oivaltava myyntityö. Soveltuvin osin.

Iwuzor, J. 2023. What Is Customer Service? Definition & Best Practices. Forbes Advisor. [artikkeli]. https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business/what-is-customer-service-definition-best-practices/,

Kunnas, P. 2015. Tunnista vuorovaikutustyylit. Myynnin ja markkinoinnin ammattilaiset. [artikkeli]. https://mma.fi/ajankohtaista/artikkelit/tunnista-vuorovaikutustyylit/,

Pääkkönen, L. 2017. Social selling : henkilöbrändi, verkostot ja sosiaalinen media B2B-myynnissä. Saatavilla verkossa.

Objectives (course unit)

The student knows how to
- plan, realize and report a research or a development project dealing with automotives
- draw up questions and structure and direct the thesis process
- position the thesis work in relevant frame of reference using sources related to the topics
- execute the research or development task he/she has chosen by using appropriate methods
- present the results deliberately, ... and ...
- report his/her work in good Finnish language (or English)

Content (course unit)

Information gathering tools and methods
How to use library for help in the thesis work
Research methods
Technical writing and thesis writing
Essay in the native language

Further information (course unit)

Students on their own initiative get the thesis work assigment from the automotive industry or from the public sector. It is also possible to write a thesis based on student's own ideas, but this is not recommended.

The thesis topic must be in one of the program curriculum's topics. It can be a single project or a part of a larger multifield project.

All thesises are public.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

According to University's common thesis criteria.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

According to University's common thesis criteria.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

According to University's common thesis criteria.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students are able:
- Calculate energy balances
- Calculate engine work cycles
- Calculate heat transfer
- Dimension engine radiator
- Estimate combustion energy

Content (course unit)

Students calculate heat balances for various machines and vehicles
Conductive, convective and radiation heat transfer principles
Engine work cycle corner, heat transfer and power calculations
Radiator dimensioning
Fuel heating, evaporation, oxygen mixing and after combustion

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students recognize laws of nature, physical quantities and units regarding vehicles and their equipment and can use those solve classroom problems. The calculated results may be wrong and solutions too simple but main part of the calculations are right. Students have problems in turning task in schedule.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students recognize laws of nature, physical quantities and units regarding vehicles and their equipment and can use those solve practical problems. The calculated results may have small errors and some parts may be slightly overlooked. Students are able to justify their solutions. Students are able to estimate the level of accuracy of the calculated results.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students recognize laws of nature, physical quantities and units regarding vehicles and their equipment and can use those solve practical problems. The calculated results may have small errors and some parts may be slightly overlooked. Students are able to justify their solutions. Students are able to estimate the level of accuracy of the calculated results. Students are able to combine what they have learned into professional context.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know strength of materials basic concepts
- know the basic theory of strength of materials
- are able to analyze simple machine parts and structures in usual static load cases.

Content (course unit)

Basic concepts of strength, stress, strain and shear strain. The stress-strain relation. A straight rod tension and compression. Clean cut strain. Torque. The geometric properties of the cross-section. Straight beam bending. Buckling. Hyperstatic structures.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students recognize strength of materials basic concepts.
Students can solve routine tasks independently.
Students are able to give and receive feedback.
Students take responsibility of their studies.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are able to use strength of materials basic concepts and compare various results.
Students can solve demanding tasks independently.
Students are able to give and receive feedback.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students widely understand strength of materials theory and can generalize and analyze problems.
Students can search for various solutions and justify their selection.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students master the basics of garage management.

Students are able to:
- make a layout and an equipment plan
- make an organization chart and recruit employees

Students know about the use of garage management software

Content (course unit)

Planning and executing automotive and industrial vehicle after sales operations. Layout and equipment planning, environmental issues, organization, workplace co-operation, personnel issues, work scheduling and economics, garage management and spare part sales software.

Further information (course unit)

The course is intended for student majoring in garage engineering

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Can recognize and define different kind of machine choices and workshop layout. Recognize working methods in workshop, but can not explain choices to make. Work in a group. Recognize co-operation skills.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Can classify different kind of workshop working methods to each other. Can make a choice from machines and workshop layout and explain it. Can work responsible in group and is ready to improve co-operation skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Understands widely workshop working methods, layout and machines. Is able to choose machines and create new solutions. Can work responsible, flexible and co-operative in group. Is able to improve both own and group co-operation.

Location and time

Implementation take place in autumn. Lectures are in TAMK, visits in workshops will be announced separately.

Part of the workshop visits are mandatory. The group exercise seminar sessions are mandatory for everyone.

Exam schedules

Examination in the end of course. Renewal of the exam can be done in two examination event after implementation.

Assessment methods and criteria

Group exercises and learning tasks 75%, exam 25%. Exercises and exam needs to passed for passed grade.

Peer evaluation is taken into account in the evaluation of the group exercise.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Implementation includes lectures, planning works, visits in workshops and working in a team.

Learning materials

Course literature consist of material, which is in Moodle, and workshop machine manufacturers and importers technical brochures.

Student workload

Lectures 36 hours, independent work and group work 70 hours.

Content scheduling

This course consist of:
- working process in a workshop
- workshop planning
- machinery
- software
- material flow
- environment roles
- safety (including electricity).

Completion alternatives

There is no other possibilities to accomplish the implementation.

Practical training and working life cooperation

In this course there is several visits to workshops.

International connections

In this course there is no international co-operation connections.

Assessment criteria - fail (0) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Student has not be able to pass planning work or examination acceptably.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Can recognize and define different kind of machine choices and workshop layout. Recognize working methods in workshop, but can not explain choices to make. Work in a group. Recognize co-operation skills.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Can classify different kind of workshop working methods to each other. Can make a choice from machines and workshop layout and explain it. Can work responsible in group and is ready to improve co-operation skills.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Understands widely workshop working methods, layout and machines. Is able to choose machines and create new solutions. Can work responsible, flexible and co-operative in group. Is able to improve both own and group co-operation.

Objectives (course unit)

Students master the basics of garage business management.

Students are able to:
- calculate cost of products and services
- calculate correct price according to the company profitability targets
- calculate cash flow and make a budget accordingly
- calculate the effect of investments on costs, prices and profitability

Content (course unit)

Garage business idea and business plan, cost management, cash flow, budgeting and accounting.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student is able to:
- Calculate the cost of the product and service

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student is able to:
- Calculate the cost of the product and service
- Calculate the correct price taking into account the company's profitability goals

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student is able to:
- Calculate the cost of the product and service
- Calculate the correct price taking into account the company's profitability goals
- Calculate cash flow and make a budget based on it
- Calculate the impact of investments on costs, sales price and profitability

Location and time

See Lukkari

Exam schedules

Exam in the end of the course

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Online and classroom training
Indipendent learning
Exam
Assignment

Learning materials

Moodle

Student workload

According to credits

Content scheduling

Lectures, assignment and exam

Completion alternatives

No

Practical training and working life cooperation

Excursion if it is possible

International connections

N.A:

Further information

Industrial economics from engineering point of view

Objectives (course unit)

Students:
- know strength of materials basic concepts
- know the basic theory of strength of materials
- are able to analyze simple machine parts and structures in usual static load cases.

Content (course unit)

Basic concepts of strength, stress, strain and shear strain. The stress-strain relation. A straight rod tension and compression. Clean cut strain. Torque. The geometric properties of the cross-section. Straight beam bending. Buckling. Hyperstatic structures.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students recognize strength of materials basic concepts.
Students can solve routine tasks independently.
Students are able to give and receive feedback.
Students take responsibility of their studies.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students are able to use strength of materials basic concepts and compare various results.
Students can solve demanding tasks independently.
Students are able to give and receive feedback.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students widely understand strength of materials theory and can generalize and analyze problems.
Students can search for various solutions and justify their selection.

Assessment scale

0-5