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NASA Project, part 2Laajuus (10 cr)

Code: 5K00EK48

Credits

10 op

Objectives

Students develop new solutions to the epic challenge of sustainable human habitations of Mars
During the two semester long program students study and apply the ICED methodology (Innovative Conceptual Engineering Design), which is an innovation process used at NASA.

Credit points about 10 according to agreement with supervisor.

Content

Project Implementation part
Multidisciplinary and international
10 ECTS credits
Two - three teams
Development of Earth-independent food production system
Development of a system globally distributed experts to be able to assist astronauts on Mars
Use of Collaboratory as a learning platform

Prerequisites

5K00CU15 NASA Project, part 1 required as a background course.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student applies the main principles, basic concepts and tools of project activity. The student is only somewhat motivated, takes responsibility for his / her own performance and gives and receives feedback. Understanding of the topic and is able to apply knowledge.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student apply well the most important principles, basic concepts and tools of project activity, and is able to justify their learning. The student is clearly motivated, take responsibility for his/hers own performance and is able to constructively give and receive feedback.The student has a good understanding of the topic and is able to apply knowledge well.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student understand broadly the main principles, concepts and tools of project activity. The student is able not only to justify and apply his/her learning, but also to critically evaluate his/her own solutions. The student is highly motivated, committed to taking responsibility for his/her own performance and is able to systematically use feedback as a tool for professional growth. The student has d Deep understanding of the topic and is able to apply knowledge excellently. The student can support and guide other fellow students (specialists).

Further information

5K00CU15 NASA Project, part 1 and 5K00EK48 NASA Project, part 2 courses are subject to an annual application procedure. The courses are also suitable for exchange students in mechanical engineering.

Enrolment period

02.12.2021 - 01.01.2022

Timing

01.01.2022

Credits

10 op

Virtual portion

5 op

RDI portion

10 op

Mode of delivery

50 % Contact teaching, 50 % Online learning

Unit

Mechanical Engineering

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering
Teachers
  • Mika Nikander
  • Antti Perttula
Person in charge

Antti Perttula

Groups
  • 19I190
  • 19I111
  • 19I180
  • 19I160

Objectives (course unit)

Students develop new solutions to the epic challenge of sustainable human habitations of Mars
During the two semester long program students study and apply the ICED methodology (Innovative Conceptual Engineering Design), which is an innovation process used at NASA.

Credit points about 10 according to agreement with supervisor.

Content (course unit)

Project Implementation part
Multidisciplinary and international
10 ECTS credits
Two - three teams
Development of Earth-independent food production system
Development of a system globally distributed experts to be able to assist astronauts on Mars
Use of Collaboratory as a learning platform

Prerequisites (course unit)

5K00CU15 NASA Project, part 1 required as a background course.

Further information (course unit)

5K00CU15 NASA Project, part 1 and 5K00EK48 NASA Project, part 2 courses are subject to an annual application procedure. The courses are also suitable for exchange students in mechanical engineering.

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

The student applies the main principles, basic concepts and tools of project activity. The student is only somewhat motivated, takes responsibility for his / her own performance and gives and receives feedback. Understanding of the topic and is able to apply knowledge.

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

The student apply well the most important principles, basic concepts and tools of project activity, and is able to justify their learning. The student is clearly motivated, take responsibility for his/hers own performance and is able to constructively give and receive feedback.The student has a good understanding of the topic and is able to apply knowledge well.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student understand broadly the main principles, concepts and tools of project activity. The student is able not only to justify and apply his/her learning, but also to critically evaluate his/her own solutions. The student is highly motivated, committed to taking responsibility for his/her own performance and is able to systematically use feedback as a tool for professional growth. The student has d Deep understanding of the topic and is able to apply knowledge excellently. The student can support and guide other fellow students (specialists).

Assessment scale

0-5