Introduction to the engineering profession

The course consists of four main themes with sub-points:Ethics and technology-Technology and science history-Scientific method, science theory-Ethics (including professional ethics)-General HSEHistory of science, the role of the engineer in society-Engineering role-Interaction technology and society-Corporate Responsibility-Sustainability-Lifecycle analysis-Teamwork / Group ProcessesBasic programming, optional programming language-Use of common digital tools in their professional directionProject work-Source criticism-Innovation / change expertise-Report writing-Dissemination-Project management / economics

Knowledgea) The candidate understands the engineering profession and the engineer's role, as well as ethical issues in the environment, society and working life.b) The candidate has knowledge that provides the basis for seeing technology - both as theory and practice - in historical and future-oriented perspectives.c) The candidate has insight into and understanding of key theories of knowledge and scientific methodology.d) The candidate has basic knowledge of projects as a form of work, both about organization, implementation and reporting.e) The candidate is particularly familiar with his / her own course of study in the above paragraphs.Skillsa) The candidate can identify engineering issues and reflect critically on these in light of his knowledge of different views of science, technology and ethics.b) The candidate can argue objectively and systematically as well as exercise source criticism.c) The candidate can use processes for creativity and innovation in project work.d) The candidate can use professional tools, techniques and terminology in his / her own field of study.e) The candidate has basic programming skillsGeneral competencea) The candidate can reflect critically on different value, science and technology views and relate them to their own field of study and professional practice.b) The candidate can identify environmental and ethical challenges related to technological products and solutions.c) The candidate can share his / her knowledge and experience with others, both in writing and orally.d) The candidate can organize, plan and carry out his / her learning and work tasks and cooperate well and reflected in groups.

Student-oriented learning methods. Project-oriented teaching.- Resource lectures- Student presentations- Peer Review- Laboratory work- Report writing- Group workMandatory activities:4 submissions, of which at least 1 must be individual:- Multiple choice test- Programming code- Oral presentation of project- Academic text