Curricula

Objective

The student understands how new technologies will change working environments. The student learns concepts and terms related to new technologies. The student has an understanding of the prospects, (ethical) challenges and threats brought about by new technical solutions. When studying a new technology further, the student also learns a new way of work that supports independent, life long learning.

The objective of the learning process should be to learn at least one state-of-the-art technology and its applications in the chosen technology area. This includes the following learning outcomes:
◦ ability to investigate the application of new and emerging technologies at the forefront of their specialization
◦ ability to conduct searches for literature, to consult and critically use databases and other sources of information
◦ ability to engage in independent life-long learning

EUR-ACE: Multidisciplinary competences

Content

After completing this course, you will understand how new technologies are changing work environments and be familiar with the concepts and terms involved. You will gain an understanding of the opportunities, ethical challenges and threats posed by new technological solutions. You will learn to work independently in a way that supports lifelong learning while familiarising yourself with new technologies. The course will equip you to explore new technologies, search the literature and critically use databases and other sources of information. You will also learn how to put the principles of lifelong learning into practice.

During the course, new and emerging technologies such as AI, robotics, IoT, big data, block chains, extended reality, 3D/4D printing, digital platforms and cloud services are introduced. In addition, field-specific subjects such as programming, process modelling, ethics, and new working titles can be examined.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

For passing the course you need to deliver a learning report which contains 16-32 pages (approximately 5,000 words) of lessons learned and a short (3-5 minutes) video summary. In these documents, the student shows knowledge of the most essential terms related to the new technologies, understands in which areas the new technologies can be used in their own field, and is able to report and present the key findings in an understandable and meaningful way.

Fail (0): The student does now meet the minimum criteria set for the course.

Further information

We are using an anti-plagiarism system (Turnitin). If text is copied from elsewhere there should be the corresponding references; the total amount of text found elsewhere must be less that 50 %.