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Electrical safety (5 cr)

Code: TSASS320-3003

General information


Enrollment
01.11.2021 - 09.01.2022
Registration for the implementation has ended.
Timing
01.01.2022 - 15.05.2022
Implementation has ended.
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 cr
Local portion
3 cr
Virtual portion
2 cr
Mode of delivery
Blended learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Main Campus
Teaching languages
Finnish
Seats
20 - 50
Degree programmes
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Electrical and Automation Engineering
Teachers
Pasi Puttonen
Vesa Hytönen
Groups
TSA19SB
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Electrical and Automation Engineering
Course
TSASS320
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Evaluation scale

Pass/Fail

Objective

The students know the electrical safety regulations and are able to observe them. They know how electrical installations are designed and implemented in a safe manner (in accordance with the standards). They are able to choose right safety and protective devices for the work to be performed.
The students have the necessary competence to be able to pass the "Electrical Safety Regulations 1" Exam, which is one prerequisite for applying “Electricity Proficiency 1” Certificate The other prerequisites are a relevant degree/qualification (e.g. B.Sc. in Engineering) and sufficient work experience. The Electrical Safety Regulations Exam is valid for 5 years. The Electrical Proficiency Certificate is required for positions such as Electrical Site Manager and Production Manager.

Content

Basics of electric power engineering, Electrical Safety Act, Decision of the Ministry of Trade and Industry on electrical safety, instructions of the Finnish Safety Technology Authority (TUKES), Standards SFS 6002, SFS 6001 and SFS 6000.

Materials

“Electrical Safety Regulations 1" Exam material, lecture material (Moodle), special recommendations: D1-2017

Teaching methods

Problem-based learning is used as a learning method. Learning takes place through independently performed and returned learning tasks. The completion of learning tasks is guided by video instructions and during contact lessons.

Exam schedules

TUKES S1 exam (spring 2022)
Resit 1 (spring 2022)
Resit 2 (spring 2022)

Completion alternatives

Exercises, electrical safety card exam and exam

Student workload

Total 135 h

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

To pass the course, the student has to pass “Electrical Safety Regulations 1" Exam, which is organized by TUKES. Other ways for evaluation of the learning outcomes can also be used, if needed.

Qualifications

The knowledge of electric power systems and electrical installations.

Further information

Self-assessments are mainly done through learning tasks. The assessment decision is based on the learning tasks and the skills demonstrated in the exam.

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