14.1.4.2 HB1000 Introduction to Polytechnic Studies 2 CR / 3 ECTS Credits

Objective:
The student will become familiar with how his or her institute works, with the study programme, and with the Laurea Polytechnic as a whole. The intention of this is to encourage and enable the student to become a self-motivated learner and to make use of the opportunities available at Laurea.

Content:
- Familiarisation with the workings of the institute 1 CR / 1.5 ECTS:
The main features of polytechnic studies, general information about the institute and studies at Laurea, to develop students’ understanding of how it works.
- Familiarisation with the workings of the Laurea Polytechnic 1 CR / 1.5 ECTS:
The philosophy of a multidisciplinary polytechnic, close contacts between Laurea and the professional world, regional development, the organisational structure of Laurea, methods and practices, services, Laureamko Association (Laureamko Ry).

Fair Day Laurea Fair – a chance to gather information and to learn about the many opportunities for collaboration.
Mission A bulletin on the operations of the Laurea Polytechnic and the subjects studied there addressed to the representatives of the professional world or to another interest group.

Literature and Source Material:
Study Guide, Study Plan
Student Guide
Internet/Forum, etc.
Multi-media Show
FAQ

Evaluation:
pass / fail