Practical Training in Engineering, City Planning and Infrastructure (BYG270)

Content

In this topic learning takes place in a professional environment outside the university, for example in a construction firm, an advisory consultant office or a municipal or government office. The student must find the appropriate workplace on their own. The course aims to give students practical experience and the opportunity to immerse themselves in selected issues related to practice. In cooperation with the student, workplace and lecturer, an agreement/contract and plan is deviced for how the internship and supervision is conducted. The evaluation will be made on the basis of a report from the student and a presentation. The report should contain a discussion of a specified issues  related to business practices, as well as documentation on the work performed and certified timesheets. 

Learning outcome

The course is a supplement to other topics, and when the student has completed the course, the following objectives will be achieved:

Knowledge:

• Increased insight into selected topics and issues and in working life practical challenges.

Skills:

• Increased ability in professional collaboration, as well as specialization in certain topics and present them in a convincing manner.

General competence:

• Empowerment in theoretical and creative academic work.

Required prerequisite knowledge

Recommended prerequisites

Students must have completed a minimum of 90 ECTS according to approved education plan to be granted access to the practical training course.

Exam

Coursework requirements

The presentation needs to be approved in order to hand in final report.

Course teacher(s)

Course coordinator:

Head of Department:

Method of work

Practical and /or theoretical work in external institution under supervision according to agreement/contract.

Open for

Course assessment

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