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NASA Project, part 1 (5 cr)

Code: 5K00EK47-3001

General information


Enrolment period
02.07.2021 - 13.09.2021
Registration for the implementation has ended.
Timing
01.09.2021 - 15.12.2021
Implementation has ended.
Credits
5 cr
Virtual portion
3 cr
RDI portion
5 cr
Mode of delivery
Blended learning
Unit
Mechanical Engineering
Campus
TAMK Main Campus
Teaching languages
Finnish
English
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering
Teachers
Mika Nikander
Antti Perttula
Person in charge
Antti Perttula
Course
5K00EK47

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 5 according to agreement with supervisor.

Content (course unit)

Project Planning part
Multidisciplinary and international
5 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

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).

Location and time

On Wednesdays at 15-18 starting on September 1st. First lecture will be face-to-face in D1-02 and later hopeful at TAMK in B6-34b. In addtion, project teams decide when they want to meet.

Exam schedules

no exam

Assessment methods and criteria

Activity to participate in lectures and project work.
Team working skills, quality of the project plan.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Teaching methods

Live and online theory lectures. given by TAMK's and NASA's experts.
Working in teams and complete home assignments.
Literature study on specific topics.
Project plan completed

Learning materials

Material from astronaut Charles Camarda and other experts from NASA and TAMK lectures' material. Project maangment literature.

Student workload

Students will get credits according to their time used. Students to keep list of work hours spent.

Content scheduling

How to work in teams.
What space research means with the challenges
Different innovation and problem solving processes
Project management
Project planning including funding for module 2 prototype

International connections

material from NASA

Further information

Before starting each student is supposed to prepare a Letter of Motivation explaining why he/she is interested in the course, show concrete plans to release enough time for the course and show capability to work in English

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

Fail. Doesn't participate in education, is not working actively in the team's work. Is not willing to follow the policies of the team.

Number of credits (1-5) depends on how much work has been done.

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