ING1101 Introduction to Engineering Experience and Working Methods
Course description for academic year 2018/2019
Contents and structure
The course shall give all students a view on philosophy of science, text processing and spreadsheet mathematics, learning skills, projects, quality concepts and standardization. The course has a special focus on communication. The purpose is to develop students` skills for verbal and written communication with professionals in different disciplines, different cultures and at all levels, in Norwegian and English.
The students will also visit some of the local industrial companies.
Introductory course consists of five parts, where the first four are common for all students:
- Introduction to science theory
- Introduction to text handling and spreadsheet
- Introduction to quality concept and standardization
- Introduction to project work (teamwork)
- Introduction to the field of study
In the last part, introduction to the field of study (mechanical engineering or electrical enigineering), the students work together on a project that focuses on a selected topic within the field of study. They will write and present a report of their project.
Mechanical engineering students will become familiar with selected topics in mechanical engineering, for example: typical oil and gas fields solutions, relevant vessels for offshore operations, use of remotely operated underwater vehicles and divers, and installation of pipelines.
Electrical engineering students will get an introduction to system control, process automation, and control technology.
Learning Outcome
The student:
- can take employment in the engineering profession and embrace the role of an engineer in society and working life
- has knowledge that provides the basis to assess technology, both in historical and future oriented perspective
- is acquainted to scientific working methods and has basic knowledge about the project as a method of operation, including organization, execution and documentation
- is familiar with the basic principles of effective study techniques
- has basic knowledge of selected technical topics, depending of area of specialization
The student:
- can indicate engineering problems, identify necessary information and ensure the quality of information, as a basis for problem solving
- know basic processes of innovation and innovative thinking with regard to project work
- can distinguish written from verbal expressions and use language as a communication tool
The student:
- is conscious of the environmental and ethical consequences of technical products and solutions
- knows how to share his/her knowledge and experience with others, written and verbal, in English and Norwegian, and are able to work well in team
- is capable of planning, organizing and implementig his/her studies, individually and in cooperation with others
Entry requirements
None
Recommended previous knowledge
None
Teaching methods
Lectures, project work, demonstrations, and visits to local industry.
Regular lectures, exercises, laboratory work, and similar activities will be given every third week. During the two weeks where there is no regular teaching, the students are expected to work on the subject by themselves or in teams and to follow course material that is made available online.
In special cases instruction will be given by an English speaking lecturer/guest lecturer. The exam will still be given in Norwegian.
Parts of the course might be given in Haugesund.
Compulsory learning activities
Yes, will be specified in the course plan by semester start.
Assessment
Part 1: Project, accounts for 40 % of the final grade.
Part 2: Written exam, 3 hours, accounts for 60 % of the final grade.
Both parts must be passed.
Graded scale: A - E / F (failed).
Examination support material
Project work:
- All printed and written study aids may be used.
Written exam:
- Simple calculator: Allowed calculator is Casio fx-82 (all varieties: ES, ES Plus, EX, Solar etc.)