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ES20SP Degree Programme in Electrical and Automation Engineering

This curriculum is a translation of the curriculum of the Finnish degree program.

Curriculum responsibility: Kimmo Myllymäki

Basis of Education

The degree program in electrical engineering leads to a Bachelor's degree in the field of technology, the degree title is Bachelor or Engineering. The scope of the studies is 240 credits and the duration is 4 years. The skills produced by the degree correspond to the level of higher education defined jointly in the European Union, which enables the mobility of the workforce and experts.

Competence Standards

The production, distribution and use of electrical energy are a prerequisite for the functioning and well-being of society. New ways of producing and using electricity are constantly being developed for industry and private households.

The tasks of electrical engineers are central to the maintenance and development of electrical systems. They are responsible for the generation, distribution, operation and design and construction of electricity systems in both real estate and industry.

Engineers graduating from the degree program work in companies in the field, e.g. in design, product development, management and sales positions, and in training positions.

The student can focus on:
building services and electricity distribution or
electrical drives and automation.

The studies include familiarization and participation in the electrical safety degree. The degree of electrical engineer, completed degree in electrical safety and work experience after graduation provide an opportunity to apply for an electrical qualification, which is a prerequisite for e.g. for the duties of electrical manager or operations manager in companies. The content of the training also meets the requirements of a building services electrical designer.

Studies in electrical and automation engineering include a strong mathematical and natural science foundation, language and cultural studies, studies in production economics, basic and professional studies in electrical engineering, as well as supervised internships and a thesis. Some of the studies are carried out close to working life, utilizing co-operation projects in research and development and paid services. The degree program enables exchange studies at partner universities.

The employment situation for graduating engineers is very good. They are located mainly in industrial companies, design offices in both the public and private service sectors.

Key Courses

Building Services and Electricity Distribution, Orientation Overview

The studies of electronic building technology introduce the student to the design and use of electrotechnical systems in residential, commercial and service properties. During the study, electrical installations, building automation and building control systems as well as modern design software will become familiar. The studies include intelligent building automation, ie intelligent building technology, which means the control, guidance and measurement of electrical network equipment using information systems, such as the control and use of electric heaters, lighting or air conditioning. The aim of e-building technology training is to train system designers, builders and project managers, users of building electrical systems and operation supervisors, as well as service and maintenance professionals.

A modern electricity distribution system, a functioning electricity network and versatile automation systems ensure a reliable electricity supply to the customer. Studies in electricity distribution technology introduce students to the technical and economic design, dimensioning, operation and construction of electricity distribution networks.

In this context, electricity distribution refers to both the electricity networks of buildings and the distribution systems managed by network companies. The tasks of network companies include the distribution of electrical energy reliably, safely and economically. Network construction companies agree with network companies on network operation, maintenance, monitoring, construction and emergency services. Electricity distribution companies (network companies) and builders need various electrical engineers - e.g. electricity network developers, administrators, builders, technical experts, project experts, vendors and automation experts. Knowledge of the legislation has become even more strongly included in the content of education.

Electrical Drives and Automation, Orientation Overview

Electric drives include electric motors with control and connection devices that can be used, for example, to operate a water pump or connect a wind turbine to the public electricity grid. In industry and energy production, control of electric motors and automation of functions are needed. Industrial processes are controlled by automation devices designed for this purpose, e.g. programmable logics.

Our in-depth focus provides comprehensive information and hands-on exercises on industrial electrical systems, power electronics applications and electric motors for electric drives, automation equipment, and application programming for automation equipment.

The development of electric drives has been strong and has contributed in particular to the efficiency of industrial systems and thus to significant energy savings. Engineers graduating from the field of education are also familiar with renewable energy production technologies and related electrical systems.

Electrical drives and automation employs electrical engineers in product development, equipment design, system design, and service and maintenance. Often the tasks of an electrical engineer are procurement and maintenance projects as well as sales tasks.

The engineering education is of level 6 according to the Finnish and European Qualification Framework.

Structure of Studies

The studies in electrical engineering engineering are 240 credits. According to the curriculum, one year of study corresponds to 60 credits, which means 1,600 hours of student work. The student's work consists of e.g. contact hours, distance and independent study, e-learning, projects and internships. The study includes working life-oriented research and development activities.

Development of Expertise


In Savonia's curricula, the study units form broader study units. In this way, they are not detached but support the overall development of the student and the development of expertise. At the same time, it is possible to combine teaching and work-based research and development.

The electrical engineering curriculum is designed so that
- the degree provides the skills required in working life
- the training ensures the development of the student's expertise.

Student
- develops a personal study plan to support his / her studies, in which previously acquired competencies are identified (includes at least 5 credits of study in a foreign language)
- is responsible for the progress of his / her studies.
< br> Savonia teachers and other staff guide and support in defining and achieving personal goals.
Electrical engineering education is built on the principle of student professional development. Building both a student’s personal learning path and career development is supported by both teachers and peer groups. Each student has a personal professional development instructor teacher or teacher tutor throughout the education.

The student's professional growth is described by the annual study themes chosen in electrical engineering as follows:
- 1st year: professional introduction
- 2nd year: competence development
- 3rd year: application of competence
- 4th year: deepening competence

The themes of the studies are presented in the table. The first year is common to all electrical students. Device-oriented information technology students choose their own field of study in the spring of the first year, after which their learning consists of both electrical engineering and information technology studies. Those who have chosen building technology and electricity distribution or electrical drives and automation will study the field of electrical power technology until the third year, when the actual orientation begins.

The development of expertise is illustrated in the following table.

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The figure below illustrates the development of expertise from a newly arrived student to an engineer with the basic prerequisites of an expert in the field according to the curriculum of electrical engineering.


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Professional Titles, Overview

In addition to technological expertise, electrical engineers are required to have project work skills, creativity, logical thinking, social skills, self-confidence, the ability to collaborate, and initiative.



The rapid development of the electrotechnical field requires constant adoption of something new and readiness for lifelong learning. Product design tasks require, in particular, problem-solving skills as well as general information about the industry and its development. Sales-related jobs require the ability to anticipate the market. In production and management tasks, emphasis is placed on cooperation and communication skills as well as organizational skills. The work of an engineer typically involves decision-making that is of great financial importance and financial risk. Critical judgment is necessary. More and more language skills and the social skills required for teamwork are needed in all tasks in the field.




The most typical professional titles of a graduating electrical engineer (building services engineering and electricity distribution) are:



Electrical Designer designs electrical and telecommunications systems for buildings, such as electrical and alarm systems and building automation. New issues in building services include information modeling and smart building technology, the management of which will be further emphasized in the future. An electrical designer works mainly in electrical installation shops and design offices.

A strong electrical engineering skill is required in an electrical designer's job. In addition, an electrical designer needs basic skills in automation technology, electronics, and information technology. As your career develops, you need knowledge of business and project management.



The Project Manager is responsible for the practical implementation of the electrical plan and project management. Tasks include e.g. project scheduling, budget monitoring, managerial roles, and liaison with clients (e.g., site meetings).

In addition to electrical engineering skills, project manager roles require interaction skills, managerial skills, and technical and financial plan monitoring and evaluation skills.



The power grid developer is responsible for the design and construction of the grid company or construction company. The task requires a broad understanding and application of the basics of electrical engineering and zoning. The foundation of professional competence is a strong mastery of physics, mathematics, theoretical electrical engineering, documentation and financial accounting. Success in this position also requires good component and system skills, special skills (power distribution, fault situation and dimensioning), good reporting skills, basics of teamwork and management of industry standards, recommendations and information systems. Active development in one's own field is self-evident and requires an active approach to work.

Working in the field, an engineer refines what he has learned, learns something new. She develops herself and prepares for managerial tasks, negotiations, and task planning and execution within the organization and with other organizations. Teamwork and project management skills are deepening. The engineer is also ready to get acquainted with non-electronic systems, e.g. for zoning.



The Power Distribution Automation Specialist is responsible for the maintenance of hardware and software related to the operation of the power distribution network and the construction and maintenance of substation automation. The task requires in-depth knowledge of electrical and distribution technology as well as good knowledge of automation hardware and software. Knowing electrical safety is important. In electricity distribution automation, the basics of economics, ie the benefits and costs of automation, must be known.



The electricity grid builder is responsible for the management of electricity distribution network construction projects - tendering for works, selection of contractors, preparation of contracts, supervision of works, safety and finances. A typical construction project is an order from a network company, where the implementer is a network construction company. The task requires knowledge of the basics of electrical engineering and distribution technology, purchasing skills, knowledge of the use of spatial data, knowledge of planning software, negotiation skills and knowledge of the basics of economics. The task also requires language skills - at least English.


The most typical professional titles of a graduating electrical engineer (electrical drives and automation) are:



The Electrical and Automation Designer defines the automation of the customer's hardware and their interfaces, as well as the electrification. He creates the application program and its user interfaces and participates in testing, implementation and user training. The work of an electrical and automation designer is mainly related to the industrial environment or the electrical operation of a vehicle, ship, etc.



The Sales Engineer acts as the customer's technical expert in the commercial game. In their work, the sales engineer must be quick to adapt and effectively adopt the different user environments of the customers. A sales engineer understands the technology of the products being sold and is able to identify the benefits of the product in different applications. In his job, he needs good interaction skills and fluent language skills, as well as knowledge of cultures.

A project engineer is responsible for planning and implementing client projects in collaboration with the client and the rest of the project team. He is involved in design and equipment selection, documentation and installation supervision. He may also be responsible for project finance and budgeting.



The Deployment Engineer is a versatile electrical and automation engineering specialist responsible for reviewing systems and preparing, performing, and documenting compliant and safe deployment. He often acts as a liaison between designers, builders and users from different countries and cultures, and as experience is gained, as a supervisor and leader of the work.



In the position of Maintenance and Service Engineer , there are successful customer service professionals who have a broad understanding of various applications in electrical engineering and are self-motivated. Tasks include pre-planning maintenance work, monitoring the condition of the equipment and troubleshooting with the help of various measuring devices and IT tools, as well as installation work or their supervision and supervision as a foreman. Working in jobs around the world requires flexibility, collaboration, cultural awareness and good language skills.

The electrical industry also offers consulting and training roles and the ability to start your own business

Methods and implementation

In Savonia, the pedagogical starting point is the Open Innovation Space (OIS 2.0) model. It combines high-quality education with research and development activities close to working life. Work-related education emphasizes students' motivation and commitment to studies. The development of students' expertise is promoted in various learning environments, by enabling diverse, time- and place-based year-round study and by making extensive use of the study of work. Comprehensive student guidance and the identification and recognition of prior learning are part of the students' personal study plan.

The working life orientation of Savonia's education is realized through the diverse networking of teachers. Networks also ensure the continuous development of substance expertise. The staff creates learning situations and supports student learning. Student services, library and information services, international services and other university services help with studying. The training follows the principles of accessibility and sustainable development.

The structure of the degree program in Electrical Engineering requires several mutually supportive study courses, which form a study path and a pedagogical structure. Students are instructed to choose their own in-depth study path, encouraged to study abroad as well, actively directed to apply for an internship and thesis topic, and strive to create an inspiring, motivating, open and warm-minded environment.

The CDIO model is also applied in the planning and implementation of electrical engineering training. CDIO is an international framework for engineering education, the aim of which is to develop not only the content of education but also teaching and learning methods so that the skills of graduate engineers meet the requirements of working life as well as possible. The standard framework provides direction for the development and evaluation of curricula in degree programs. The key idea is to increase the orientation of working life by utilizing active teaching methods. An essential element in the engineering profession is also the development of a central product development curve and solution-oriented thinking functionally from the very beginning of studies. CDIO supports Savonia University of Applied Sciences' pedagogical OIS thinking.

Electrical engineering education is based on mathematics and science. Typical jobs as an electrical engineer require applied knowledge in these areas. For this reason, the studies include a strong mathematical-scientific foundation on which to build the mindset and applications of electrical engineering.

At the beginning of the studies, the student is also introduced to the applied tasks of electrical engineering according to the CDIO principles, in addition to the fact that the majority of the initial studies are theory-winning drilling. Gradually, as studies progress, the share of applied electrical engineering increases. The studies are designed in such a way that the basic skills required for typical engineering tasks are accumulated. Lifelong learning has been taken into account in education in such a way that the planned basic skills provide the skills for the continuous development of expertise in working life.

The internship is planned between school years, for summer time. Internships are an important part of applying skills while learning working life skills.
Separate learning environments include electrical laboratory facilities and classroom facilities for electrical engineering design programs. Both special facilities support work-based learning. They are developed according to the needs of working life together with the students. The aim is to obtain business cooperation for the studies if it supports the progress of the studies.

Savonia University of Applied Sciences' competence-based principles are applied in the assessment of studies.

Working life requires international skills and knowledge of cultures. In electrical engineering studies, language studies are independent studies and integrated with other studies. One to three vocational courses can be taken in English. At least one of the following courses is taught in English: Electric Power Distribution, Integrated Building Automation Systems (Intelligent Building) or Electric Drive Control.

Students from foreign universities can be offered 60 ECTS studies in English.

Swedish language and communication studies are included in the studies to the extent that the student acquires language skills in accordance with the University of Applied Sciences Ordinance. Language and communication studies are integrated with studies in other subjects. In addition to compulsory language studies, the student can complete optional language studies.

Students can develop a personal study and career plan with an emphasis on internationalization. This international study path may include, for example, a study and internship period abroad, an internship period in an international company, working on an international project or a thesis abroad.

Education Planning and Student Feedback

The planning of the electrical engineering training is carried out every semester. The study courses to be implemented during the same semester are planned as a single entity and an implementation plan is prepared for this. The implementation plan takes into account the Competence Objectives linked to the academic year / sub-theme.

Quantitative and qualitative feedback is collected from the semester and discussed with students. In addition to this, the student has the opportunity to give feedback through thestudent intranet. Feedback can be given in your own name or anonymously. In addition, the teacher can, if necessary, collect feedback on the course using an appropriate method. A description of the collection and processing of course feedback is included in the course implementation plan.

The studies in the curriculum can be implemented either in full or in part as online studies. Some of the studies are organized as online studies throughout the year, regardless of time and place. The course may also include part-time courses, the study and completion of which is supervised and supported online. Online implementation can also be an alternative way of completing the course.

Some of the courses are either entirely or partly in English, as language skills are an essential part of an engineer's professional skills. The English-language implementations also enable exchange students to participate in study courses, thus promoting the growth of the international skills of all students. In connection with the implementation of English-language courses, learning is ensured, if necessary, with support material in Finnish and a professional vocabulary.

Studying is a flexible way to study, especially in the final stages of studies. The competence included in the degree is acquired in part by doing work and performing agreed tasks. Studying is not an automatic recognition of work experience. In some cases, the student's leisure activities and hobbies can also develop his or her professional skills so that studying is possible.

Studying begins at the student's initiative and the related plan is made and approved by the course teacher in advance. If the student's work tasks fit the competence objectives of the course, it is possible to study. The curriculum may also include a study course designed specifically for study (eg project studies).

Learning in the workplace or in hobbies is planned on the basis of the competence objectives of the course in cooperation with the teacher of the course. The work tasks presented by the student are assessed whether they in themselves produce sufficient competence in relation to the objectives or whether additional performance is required to achieve the competence. Competence can be supplemented, for example, with a presentation or a report.


Course Table

Code Name 1 S 1 K 2 S 2 K 3 S 3 K 4 S 4 K
 
Orientation Studies
Basic Studies
4 EXX8000 Tools for Technical Studies 5              
4 EXX8010 Mathematics 1 5              
4 EXX8040 Technical Physics 5              
4 ESP8010 Physics for Electrical Engineering   5            
4 ESP8020 Programming of Electrical Engineering   5            
4 EXX8020 Mathematics 2   5            
4 EXX8030 Mathematics 3     5          
4 ESP8030 Chemistry and the Laboratory Works of Physics     5          
4 ESP8040 Introduction to Business Economics       5        
4 ESP8060 Management Skills           5    
 
Professional Studies
Professional Studies
Common Professional Studies in Electric Power Technology
4 ESA8000 Direct Current Circuits 5              
4 ESA8010 Electrical Distribution Systems and Dokumentation 5              
4 ESA8020 Basic Studies of Electrical Engineering   5            
4 ESA8030 Alternating Current Circuits   5            
4 ESA8080 Basic Project in Electric Power Engineering   5            
4 ESA8090 Electrical Safety at Work and Electrical Measurement Technology   5            
4 ESA8100 Analog and Power Electronics     5          
4 EXX8050 Engineering English     5          
4 ESA8110 Basics of Electrical Design of Buildings     5          
4 ESA8120 Electrical Machines     5          
4 EXX8060 Engineering Swedish       5        
4 ESA8130 Electric Power Distribution       5        
4 ESA8140 Basics of Digital Control       5        
4 ESA8150 Project Planning         5      
4 ESA8160 Electrical Building Services         5      
4 ESA8170 Electric Power Distribution Network Planning         5      
4 ESA8180 Basics of PLC         5      
4 ESA8190 Electrical Drives         5      
4 ESA8200 Electric Power Quality         5      
4 ESA8220 High Voltage Technology           5    
4 ESA8230 Inspections, Service and Maintenance           5    
4 ESA8240 Project in Electric Power and Automation           5    
Building Services and Power Distribution
4 ESA8300 Energy Production and Electricity Market       5        
4 ESA8310 Smart Integrated Building Automation           5    
4 ESA8320 Electrical Design and Contracting of Buildings             5  
4 ESA8330 The Construction of Electric Power Grid             5  
Electrical Drives and Automation
4 ESA8340 Power Electronics and Electrical Drives       5        
4 ESA8350 Automation Systems           5    
4 ESA8360 Control of Electrical Drives             5  
4 ESA8370 Automation Design             5  
 
Elective Studies
Optional Studies
4 ESV0800 KNX-automation system           5    
4 ESV4740 Electric Power Transmission             5  
4 LLX1600 Online Course in Sales 5 (NonStop)
4 EXV8000 Boost Your English   5            
4 EXV8070 Tools for Cross-Cultural Communication       5        
4 EXV8080 Tools for Spoken and Written Skills         5      
4 EXV8090 Tools for Multilingual Environment 5 (NonStop)
International Sales
4 LIX1000 Sales Process and Tools     5          
4 LIX2000 International Sales Management       5        
4 LIX3000 Storytelling and Content Marketing         5      
 
Internship
Practical Training
4 ECH4100 Practical Training 1   5            
4 ECH4210 Practical Training 2 a       5        
4 ECH4220 Practical Training 2b       5        
4 ECH4310 Practical Training 3a           5    
4 ECH4320 Practical Training 3b           5    
4 ECH4330 Practical Training 3c             5  
 
Final Thesis
Thesis
4 SAVONT1 Thesis               15
   5 ECONT10 Thesis Planning             5  
   5 ECONT20 Thesis Implementation               5
   5 ECONT30 Thesis Finalisation               5
   5 ECONT40 Maturity Test               0
4 SAVONT2 Thesis               15
   5 ECONT50 Thesis Project 1             5  
   5 ECONT60 Thesis Project 2               5
   5 ECONT70 Finalising the Thesis Projects               5
   5 ECONT80 Maturity Test               0

Course Descriptions

4 EXX8000 Tools for Technical Studies

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Westerholm Tatu, Kähkönen Olli-Pekka, Lahti Sami


4 EXX8010 Mathematics 1

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Hyvönen Niina


4 EXX8040 Technical Physics

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Holmlund Eero


4 ESP8010 Physics for Electrical Engineering

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Holmlund Eero


4 ESP8020 Programming of Electrical Engineering

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Lepistö Pasi


4 EXX8020 Mathematics 2

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Hyvönen Niina


4 EXX8030 Mathematics 3

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Hyvönen Niina


4 ESP8030 Chemistry and the Laboratory Works of Physics

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Holmlund Eero, Sankilampi Olli


4 ESP8040 Introduction to Business Economics

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Uronen Laila


4 ESP8060 Management Skills

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Tolppi Veli-Matti


4 ESA8000 Direct Current Circuits

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Savallampi Timo


4 ESA8010 Electrical Distribution Systems and Dokumentation

Credits
5 ects
Contact
, Savallampi Timo


4 ESA8020 Basic Studies of Electrical Engineering

Credits
5 ects
Contact
, Sankilampi Olli


4 ESA8030 Alternating Current Circuits

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Savallampi Timo


4 ESA8080 Basic Project in Electric Power Engineering

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Savallampi Timo


4 ESA8090 Electrical Safety at Work and Electrical Measurement Technology

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Ijäs Jari


4 ESA8100 Analog and Power Electronics

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Ijäs Jari, Toppinen Arto


4 EXX8050 Engineering English

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Huusari Satu


4 ESA8110 Basics of Electrical Design of Buildings

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5 ects
Contact


4 ESA8120 Electrical Machines

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5 ects
Contact
Ijäs Jari


4 EXX8060 Engineering Swedish

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5 ects
Contact
Pietilä Anna-Maija, Rasimus Ritva


4 ESA8130 Electric Power Distribution

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5 ects
Contact
Rouvali Juhani


4 ESA8140 Basics of Digital Control

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5 ects
Contact
Heikura Harri, Lepistö Pasi


4 ESA8150 Project Planning

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5 ects
Contact
Rouvali Juhani, Uronen Laila


4 ESA8160 Electrical Building Services

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5 ects
Contact


4 ESA8170 Electric Power Distribution Network Planning

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Rouvali Juhani


4 ESA8180 Basics of PLC

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Lepistö Pasi


4 ESA8190 Electrical Drives

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Ijäs Jari


4 ESA8200 Electric Power Quality

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Ijäs Jari


4 ESA8220 High Voltage Technology

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Rouvali Juhani


4 ESA8230 Inspections, Service and Maintenance

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Savallampi Timo


4 ESA8240 Project in Electric Power and Automation

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Rouvali Juhani


4 ESA8300 Energy Production and Electricity Market

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Rouvali Juhani


4 ESA8310 Smart Integrated Building Automation

Credits
5 ects
Contact


4 ESA8320 Electrical Design and Contracting of Buildings

Credits
5 ects
Contact


4 ESA8330 The Construction of Electric Power Grid

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Savallampi Timo


4 ESA8340 Power Electronics and Electrical Drives

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Ijäs Jari


4 ESA8350 Automation Systems

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Lepistö Pasi, Heikura Harri


4 ESA8360 Control of Electrical Drives

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Ijäs Jari


4 ESA8370 Automation Design

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Lepistö Pasi, Heikura Harri


4 ESV0800 KNX-automation system

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Tiilikainen Sami


4 ESV4740 Electric Power Transmission

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Rouvali Juhani


4 LLX1600 Online Course in Sales

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Willman Salla


4 EXV8000 Boost Your English

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Huttunen-Finta Ulla


4 EXV8070 Tools for Cross-Cultural Communication

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Huttunen-Finta Ulla


4 EXV8080 Tools for Spoken and Written Skills

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Huttunen-Finta Ulla


4 EXV8090 Tools for Multilingual Environment

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Huttunen-Finta Ulla


4 LIX1000 Sales Process and Tools

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Göker Özerk


4 LIX2000 International Sales Management

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Göker Özerk


4 LIX3000 Storytelling and Content Marketing

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Järvenpää Titta


4 ECH4100 Practical Training 1

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Oikarinen Markku


4 ECH4210 Practical Training 2 a

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Oikarinen Markku


4 ECH4220 Practical Training 2b

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Oikarinen Markku


4 ECH4310 Practical Training 3a

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Oikarinen Markku


4 ECH4320 Practical Training 3b

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Oikarinen Markku


4 ECH4330 Practical Training 3c

Credits
5 ects
Contact
Oikarinen Markku


4 SAVONT1 Thesis

Credits
15 ects
Objectives
Student can - choose a topic for thesis that is suitable for his or her field and his or her professional development and justify the choice from different perspectives - plan and implement a working life oriented research and development work based on the needs of the user/client - apply scientific and evidence-based information in the thesis process and in the development of his or her expertise - appropriately use research and development methods or artistic methods that are suitable for his or her professional field and for the topic of the thesis - prepare a clearly defined, logical and professionally appropriate report on his or her thesis - evaluate the essential contents, results or output of his or her thesis and justify their significance from the perspectives of his or her field, the client’s/user’s need and his or her professional development - evaluate his or her thesis process, its reliability and ethicality as well as his or her professional growth and learning during the work - cooperate in a flexible manner with players involved in the thesis process and demonstrate his or her expertise - take the maturity test on his or her thesis.
Content
SAVONT1 Thesis 15 ECTS ONT10: Planning the thesis (5 ECTS) - orientation to thesis and its preparation - choice and definition of topic - preparation of thesis plan and compilation of background material ONT20 Implementation of thesis process (5 ECTS) - preparation of thesis - results/output of thesis ONT30 Finalising the thesis (5 ECTS) - reporting and publication of thesis ONT40 Maturity test
Requirements
The thesis is always working life oriented. It may take the form of a a) development work planned and implemented by a student or a group of students to meet the user's or client's needs. Development may focus on a product, service, process, working method, learning material or instruction, digital material, supervised activity etc. The student shall present the plan, its implementation and its evaluated output and the need for further development in a report whose form is suitable for the professional field in question. b) research-based thesis, in which a student or a group of student approaches a practical problem or item to be developed with appropriate research methods. The student shall prepare a report describing the planning, implementation and results of the thesis and interpreting the results. c) production, in which a student of a group of students demonstrates competence as an expert or as an artist by planning and implementing an event, a seminar, an artistic performance etc. The student shall present the plan, its implementation and its evaluated output in a report whose form is suitable for the professional field in question. d) compiled thesis, in which parts planned as a thesis (e.g. projects) are implemented and reported. In the written synthesis, article or other publication, which is part of the thesis, the student shall present the essential results/output in a form that is suitable for the professional field in question. The student shall choose either SAVONT1 or SAVONT2 as the form of completion.
Course material
The student shall acquire the material required for the thesis him or herself. Savonia’s thesis reporting instructions
Prerequisites
Method studies in accordance with the curriculum of the degree programme
Other considerations
The student may adapt the Thesis course to a schedule that is appropriate to his or her work.
Contact
Linden Jari


5 ECONT10 Thesis Planning

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5 ects
Contact


5 ECONT20 Thesis Implementation

Credits
5 ects
Contact


5 ECONT30 Thesis Finalisation

Credits
5 ects
Contact


5 ECONT40 Maturity Test

Contact


4 SAVONT2 Thesis

Credits
15 ects
Objectives
Student can - choose a topic for thesis that is innovative for his or her field and his or her professional development and justify the choice from different perspectives - plan and implement a working life oriented research and development work based on the needs of the user/client - apply scientific and evidence-based information in the thesis process and in the development of his or her expertise - appropriately use research and development methods or artistic methods that are suitable for his or her professional field and for the topic of the thesis - prepare a clearly defined, logical and professionally appropriate report on his or her thesis - evaluate the essential contents, results or output of his or her thesis and justify their significance from the perspectives of his or her field, the client’s/user’s need and his or her professional development - evaluate his or her thesis process, its reliability and ethicality as well as his or her professional growth and learning during the work - cooperate in a flexible manner with players involved in the thesis process and demonstrate his or her expertise - take the maturity test on his or her thesis.
Content
SAVONT2 Thesis 15 ECTS: ONT50 Thesis, project 1 (5 ECTS), ONT60 Thesis, project 2 (5 ECTS), ONT70 Synthesis and publication of thesis projects (5 ECTS), ONT80 Maturity test
Requirements
The thesis is always working life oriented. It may take the form of a a) development work planned and implemented by a student or a group of students to meet the user's or client's needs. Development may focus on a product, service, process, working method, learning material or instruction, digital material, supervised activity etc. The student shall present the plan, its implementation and its evaluated output and the need for further development in a report whose form is suitable for the professional field in question. b) research-based thesis, in which a student or a group of student approaches a practical problem or item to be developed with appropriate research methods. The student shall prepare a report describing the planning, implementation and results of the thesis and interpreting the results. c) production, in which a student of a group of students demonstrates competence as an expert or as an artist by planning and implementing an event, a seminar, an artistic performance etc. The student shall present the plan, its implementation and its evaluated output in a report whose form is suitable for the professional field in question. d) compiled thesis, in which parts planned as a thesis (e.g. projects) are implemented and reported. In the written synthesis, article or other publication, which is part of the thesis, the student shall present the essential results/output in a form that is suitable for the professional field in question. The student shall choose either SAVONT1 or SAVONT2 as the form of completion.
Course material
The student shall acquire the material required for the thesis him or herself. Savonia’s thesis reporting
Prerequisites
Method studies in accordance with the curriculum of the degree programme.
Other considerations
The student may adapt the Thesis course to a schedule that is appropriate to his or her work.
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5 ECONT50 Thesis Project 1

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5 ects
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5 ECONT60 Thesis Project 2

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5 ects
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5 ECONT70 Finalising the Thesis Projects

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5 ects
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5 ECONT80 Maturity Test

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