Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Name of the Degree Programme
Degree Programme in Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Field of study
Agriculture, forestry, fisheries and veterinary
The classification of the educational field is based on the international ISCED classification used by the Ministry of Education and Culture.
Specialisations
Students can specialize in Farm production; animal husbandry and the health care of domestic animals, crop production, technolgy or Management of rural enterprises (farms). These are just a few of the available areas in which students can enhance their expertise.
Qualification awarded
Bachelor of Agriculture
Level of qualification
The degree programme leads to a higher education degree which is a first cycle Bachelor-level degree in the European Higher Education Area (EHEA). According to the eight-level classification of the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) and National Qualifications Framework (NQF), the degree represents level 6.
The description of the level of the Degree is included in the Statute, at
http://www.finlex.fi/fi/laki/alkup/2017/20170120
Specific admission requirements
Eligibility for studies at a university of applied sciences is stipulated in the Universities of Applied Sciences Act 932/2014.
Please see the websites www.opintopolku.fi and www.seamk.fi/haku.
On the websites, application and instructions are in Finnish language for the degree programmes taught in Finnish.
Qualification requirements and regulations (incl. graduation requirements)
Please see the Degree Regulations of Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences.
Examination regulations, assessment and grading
Please see the Degree Regulations of Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences.
The assessment scale of 1 to 5 was prepared in accordance with the scale below. It is also used assess competencies based on prior learning.
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Structure of the studies
In accordance with the Universities of Applied Sciences Act, the studies of a Degree Programme consist of basic studies, professional studies, practical training promoting professional skills, free elective studies, and a final project/thesis. The extent of the studies is 60 credits a year.
The degree programme in Agriculture and Rural Enterprises (240 cr) comprises basic and professional studies (130 cr), specialisation studies (35 cr), elective studies (10 cr), practical training (50 cr) and a final thesis (15 cr). Each of these parts of the programme is divided into modules and courses. The recommended time to complete the programme is four years.
The curriculum includes five seams permeating through the studies and extending over them. They are based on SeAMK’s reports, studies and strategy, as well as on the national and international recommendations and regulations related to education provided by universities of applied sciences.
- The Information Search seam strengthens the student’s professional and field-specific information search skills throughout the studies.
- The Internationalization seam secures the improvement of the student’s international competencies during their studies.
- The studies corresponding to the Entrepreneurship seam help the student understand the central and growing role of entrepreneurship in society.
- The Sustainable Development seam makes the student aware of social responsibility and helps them understand the diversity of sustainable development as a working life skill.
- The seam of Career Guidance helps the student recognise their competencies and own strengths. It also includes working life knowledge, job search skills, and lifelong learning.
Students have the opportunity to include multidisciplinary, working life-oriented project studies in their personal curricula (FramiPro).
Learning outcomes
The degree programme leads to Bachelor-level degree in agriculture.
Profile of the programme
Studies in the degree programme involve lectures, independent study, practical training and a final thesis. At the beginning of their studies, students make a Personal Study Plan with the assistance of a student counsellor or tutor. Students then progress in their studies according to the objectives in the plan.
Contact teaching is a combination of theory and diverse practical studies. Studying in the programme is flexible, and students can concentrate on courses most interesting to them. The seasons and periods of growth and harvest in the fields and forests, as well as the reproduction cycles of the farm animals set the pace for studying in the degree programme. Modern facilities for farm animals, laboratory work and teaching enable students to engage in hands-on, problem-based, reflective learning.
In addition to the Basic Studies, other courses involve the study of plant production, livestock husbandry, forestry, and courses pertaining to technology, agricultural economics, business economics, consultation, biology and environmental protection. The practical training consists of training on a farm and specialization training in Finland or abroad. Students do a final thesis at the end of their studies. The faculty has been very flexible as regards the types of topics chosen for theses. However, students should consider the advantages of their chosen topic in obtaining work and in their future career. Immense co-operation between the various faculties in the university of applied sciences ensures that students have the opportunity to choose from an extensive, diverse selection of courses. At the end of their studies, students are required to write a final thesis.
Students partake in period of fieldwork during the summer after their second year of study. It takes place at the beginning of the summer and at the end. During this time, students put the theory they have learned in the classroom over the winter into practice. Students have usually made a field trip to Central Europe during the summer, which gives them a breath of the farming culture in other countries.
Beginning the studies:
Students begin their studies in the Degree Programme in Agriculture and Rural Enterprises with one- day orientation in which the structure and the practices followed in the programme are presented. Students are introduced to their tutors and other new students. The tutors assist new students during their first few weeks of study. Each new student is assigned a personal tutor, although naturally all of the tutors are there to extend their help.
Contact teaching primarily takes place Monday to Friday between 8 am and 4:15 pm.
General studies and practices:
During their first and second years of study, students study basic and field-related subjects that are common to all students. These general subjects include computer technology, language studies, mathematics, biology and environmental protection, plant production and livestock husbandry, economics, forestry and subjects in technology. Understanding the strucutre and responsibility of the whole food chain is important.
The summer after students' first year of study is also a time of practical training on a farm. It begins at the beginning of May and ends at the end of September. At this time, students gain knowledge of the type of work carried out on a farm. There are numerous farms around Finland where students may do their practical training. They may also do it abroad.
The second year of study begins at the beginning of October and ends at the end of April. During this time, students study the subjects they have chosen in their Personal Study Plan. For the most part, students partake in field-specific courses during the second year of study. They may also choose 5 credits of elective studies from the range of courses in the entire university. One credit is equivalent to 26 hours of student work. The 5 credits may include courses offered by other universities of applied sciences or academic universities.
Students partake in period of fieldwork (referred to as "Growth Season") during the summer after their second year of study. It takes place at the beginning of the summer. During this time, they put the theory they have learned in the classroom over the winter into practice. Students have usually made a field trip to Central Europe during the summer. The trip familiarises students with the agriculture and culture of other countries. Students are required to pay for the trip themselves and therefore they have usually gathered the funds together through various events and jobs during the winter. Taking part in the trip is not compulsory.
Specialization:
During the third year of their studies, students focus on their line of specialization, which amounts to 35 credits. Students may choose more extensive study modules and individual courses. They have the opportunity to specialize in milkproduction, crop production, rural environments, water management, environmental engineering, management of rural enterprises (farms) and production design, rural development, and the health care of domestic animals. These are just a few of the available areas in which students can enhance their expertise.
Students put their specialised skills to use during the summer after their third year of study when they partake in specialised practical training. The training lasts 75 days and takes place between May and August. Students enquire about the place where they can do the training either independently or with the help of a training supervisor. When choosing the place to do their specialised practical training, students should consider their career plans and placement in the working world. Oftentimes, the specialised practical training spawns an idea or commission for a student thesis, which they do at the end of their studies.
The extent of the thesis is 15 credits. During the thesis writing process, students exhibit their knowledge of their profession through the research of a chosen topic. The faculty has been fairly flexible as regards the topics chosen for theses; however, students should consider the long-term advantages in their career and employment when choosing a topic.
Generic and subject specifc competences
Competencies are extensive knowledge entities, or combinations of the individual’s knowledge, skills, and attitudes. They describe qualifications, performance potential, and the ability to cope with professional duties.
Common/general competencies are fields of know-how common to different Degree Programmes, but their special characteristics and importance may vary between professions and work assignments. General competencies form the basis for professional activities, cooperation, and the development of expertise. According to Arene’s (Rectors' Conference of Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences) recommendations, general competencies include learning skills, ethical competence, cooperation skills, innovation skills, and internationalization skills. In addition to the above-mentioned competencies, entrepreneurial skills and quality management skills are emphasized in the degree studies of SeAMK as competencies common to all.
Degree programme-specific competencies form the basis for the development of the student’s professional expertise.
Pedagogical approach and learning environment
The constructivist theory of learning emphasises the active role of students and their own experiences in their education, which helps them to understand what is being taught. The teacher acts as facilitator of the learning process.
Characteristics of learning:
1. Students set their own learning objectives, e.g. Personal Study Plan.
2. The information to be learned is connected to students' world of experiences, work and working environment.
3. Open communication between the students and teacher is nurtured to deepen the understanding of the information to be learned and to evaluate learning experiences.
4. The process of learning is emphasised in the studies, not merely objectives and contents.
5. Together with the teachers, students monitor and evaluate their own learning and the learning of their peers. Learning is systematically developed based on feedback. The feedback is discussed together with the students, and they lead the development of the learning situations.
Teaching involves the use of various topic-related, applied methods. The variety of teaching methods is used in the programmes to support students' professional development, readiness for the working world and professional expertise. Students attend lectures, engage in independent information acquisition, work in projects, work online, do practical assignments and exercises, and participate in co-operative learning.
Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning (RPL)
The RPL procedure means the identification and recognition of the student’s previously acquired learning. The student has the opportunity to apply for the recognition of their competencies if the competencies correspond to the learning goals of the Degree Programme. The identification process is closely connected with the preparation of the student’s personal curriculum and is updated during personal counselling discussions.
The identification and recognition practices are presented in the RPL Instruction of SeAMK. It specifies how recognition of competencies is applied for, how the application is processed, and how the student is informed of it. The instruction lists the RPL contact persons of each Degree Programme, who counsel students on matters related to the process.
In the assessment of prior learning, for example the following evidence is used:
– certificates on training programmes with similar content and other training programmes
– testimonials and further clarifications by an employer
– interviews of the student
– written and oral exams or reports
– functional or written assignments or other evidence
– presentations, portfolios
The final project/thesis and the Maturity Test cannot be submitted to the RPL procedure.
Prior learning can be recognized by a team consisting of Head of the Degree Programme, Student Counsellor and Lecturer of that specific course.
Work-based learning and work placements
The student’s salaried work during their studies and the competencies achieved through it can be used in order to complete a course. This is referred to as employment-integrated learning, and it can also be related to voluntary work or hobbies. It is essential that the things learnt through working contribute to the attainment of the learning goals of the course. Learning achieved through employment-integrated learning can be verified, for instance, through skills demonstrations and assignments.
Work-based learning and work placements
The student’s salaried work during their studies and the competencies achieved through it can be used in order to complete a course. This is referred to as employment-integrated learning, and it can also be related to voluntary work or hobbies. It is essential that the things learnt through working contribute to the attainment of the learning goals of the course. Learning achieved through employment-integrated learning can be verified, for instance, through skills demonstrations and assignments.
Work-based learning and work placements
The student’s salaried work during their studies and the competencies achieved through it can be used in order to complete a course. This is referred to as employment-integrated learning, and it can also be related to voluntary work or hobbies. It is essential that the things learnt through working contribute to the attainment of the learning goals of the course. Learning achieved through employment-integrated learning can be verified, for instance, through skills demonstrations and assignments.
Work-based learning and work placements
The student’s salaried work during their studies and the competencies achieved through it can be used in order to complete a course. This is referred to as employment-integrated learning, and it can also be related to voluntary work or hobbies. It is essential that the things learnt through working contribute to the attainment of the learning goals of the course. Learning achieved through employment-integrated learning can be verified, for instance, through skills demonstrations and assignments.
Occupational profiles
Agronomists typically work as consultants for livestock husbandry and plant production, as specialists in administration, education or research, and as rural developers. Developing agricultural enterprises requires professionals with a university of applied sciences degree; indeed, many agronomists run their own enterprise. There is a diverse range of job opportunities for agronomists and they find work easily.
After completing the vocational language studies the student is able to communicate in spoken and written situations related to his field of study. He can search for information and follow the development of his professional field in the target language.
Internationalization
It is possible and highly recommended for students to apply to study abroad f.ex. in Germany or U.S. for 3 months or do their practical training abroad. The School has connections in several countries to do the training , f.ex. in Estonia or Germany.
For excange students there are Study Programme From Field to Fork 30 ETCS. Programme runs at autumn period.
Access to further studies
After three years of work experience, the student will be eligible for further studies for a Master’s Degree in the field in question.
Graduation requirements
Please see the Degree Regulations of Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences and instructions for graduates at Intra.
Mode of study
Young students study full-time in this programme. Students in adult education study part-time through a diverse range of teaching methods.
Head of degree programme
Mrs Anu Katila, tel. +358 40 830 2430, e-mail: anu.katila(at)seamk.fi
Student counsellor
Mrs Anu Katila, tel. +35840 8302430 , e-mail: anu.katila(at)seamk.fi
Coordination of Practical Training
Mr Jussi-Matti Kallio, + 358 40 6807 150, e-mail: jussi-matti.kallio(at)seamk.fi
Coordination of international mobility
Tiina Välimäki, 040-830 4127, tiina.valimaki(at)seamk.fi, Coordinator, Outgoing student exchanges to Europe
Maria Loukola, 040-830 2240, maria.loukola(at)seamk.fi, Coordinator, Incoming and outgoing student exchanges outside Europe
Student services
Tel. +358 20 124 5055, studentservices@seamk.fi
Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises, Full-time studies
Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises, Full-time studies
Degree Programme in Agriculture and Rural Enterprises, Full-time studies
Degree Programme in Agriculture and Rural Enterprises, Full-time studies
Degree Programme in Agriculture and Rural Enterprises, Full-time studies
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
23.08.2024 - 27.04.2025
Credits
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Anu Katila
- Anu Latva-Reinikka
- Tiina Välimäki
- Eija Putula-Hautala
- Marja Erkkilä
- Marjo Latva-Kyyny
Student groups
-
AGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
Learning goals
The student knows how to
- Act at the university of applied sciences
- Develop their learning and study skills
- Exploit different learning environments in diverse ways
- Become familiar with their field of study and its job opportunities (incl. abroad)
- Plan their studies from the perspective of their career aspirations
Content
Academic studies:
- The structure of the studies and the different opportunities to complete the studies (incl. internationalisation)
- The regulations guiding academic studies, the student’s rights and responsibilities, SeAMK’s operating principles and rules
- The activities and services of the Student Association
- Study and learning skills and self-knowledge, and their development
- The welfare services at SeAMK
Career planning:
- Job opportunities in the student’s field, familiarisation with the interest groups, the international operational environment of the field
- Opportunities for further studies and career planning
Materials
- website and intranet of Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences: http://www.seamk.fi
- curricula of degree programmes: ops.seamk.fi
- material provided by the teacher
Teaching methods
Lectures, assignments, group work
Student workload
53 hours
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Pass
• Is able to recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is able to use the key electronic tools of SeAMK and find information useful for their studies in the Intranet. Recognises their personal learning style and finds ways to develop it. Recognises job opportunities in their field.
• Knows their curriculum and can interpret it while planning their studies
Fail
• Does not recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is not able to use SeAMK’s electronic tools and Intranet as support to their studies. Does not recognise their personal learning style and find ways to develop it. Is not able to define the career opportunities in their field.
• Does not know their curriculum.
Assessment methods and criteria
Assignments
Enrollment
02.01.2025 - 15.01.2025
Timing
11.01.2025 - 25.05.2025
Credits
2 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Library and Information Services
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Cultural Management
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Tiina Välimäki
- Johanna Koivula
Student groups
-
MPK25Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
Objective
Learning goals
The student knows how to
- Act at the university of applied sciences
- Develop their learning and study skills
- Exploit different learning environments in diverse ways
- Become familiar with their field of study and its job opportunities (incl. abroad)
- Plan their studies from the perspective of their career aspirations
Content
Academic studies:
- The structure of the studies and the different opportunities to complete the studies (incl. internationalisation)
- The regulations guiding academic studies, the student’s rights and responsibilities, SeAMK’s operating principles and rules
- The activities and services of the Student Association
- Study and learning skills and self-knowledge, and their development
- The welfare services at SeAMK
Career planning:
- Job opportunities in the student’s field, familiarisation with the interest groups, the international operational environment of the field
- Opportunities for further studies and career planning
Materials
Material provided by the teacher
Teaching methods
Online course.
Tasks to be performed independently in moodle
Student workload
Total 54 h of independent work
realization.localizedApproveRejectDescription
Pass
• Is able to recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is able to use the key electronic tools of SeAMK and find information useful for their studies in the Intranet. Recognises their personal learning style and finds ways to develop it. Recognises job opportunities in their field.
• Knows their curriculum and can interpret it while planning their studies
Fail
• Does not recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is not able to use SeAMK’s electronic tools and Intranet as support to their studies. Does not recognise their personal learning style and find ways to develop it. Is not able to define the career opportunities in their field.
• Does not know their curriculum.
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Pass
• Is able to recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is able to use the key electronic tools of SeAMK and find information useful for their studies in the Intranet. Recognises their personal learning style and finds ways to develop it. Recognises job opportunities in their field.
• Knows their curriculum and can interpret it while planning their studies
Fail
• Does not recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is not able to use SeAMK’s electronic tools and Intranet as support to their studies. Does not recognise their personal learning style and find ways to develop it. Is not able to define the career opportunities in their field.
• Does not know their curriculum.
Assessment methods and criteria
Restoration of all exercises according to the assessment criteria.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Library and Information Services
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Cultural Management
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Anu Katila
- Anu Latva-Reinikka
- Opiskelijapalvelut Nimeämätön
- Eija Putula-Hautala
- Marja Erkkilä
Student groups
-
MAGRO25Bachelor of Natural Resources
Objective
Learning goals
The student knows how to
- Act at the university of applied sciences
- Develop their learning and study skills
- Exploit different learning environments in diverse ways
- Become familiar with their field of study and its job opportunities (incl. abroad)
- Plan their studies from the perspective of their career aspirations
Content
Academic studies:
- The structure of the studies and the different opportunities to complete the studies (incl. internationalisation)
- The regulations guiding academic studies, the student’s rights and responsibilities, SeAMK’s operating principles and rules
- The activities and services of the Student Association
- Study and learning skills and self-knowledge, and their development
- The welfare services at SeAMK
Career planning:
- Job opportunities in the student’s field, familiarisation with the interest groups, the international operational environment of the field
- Opportunities for further studies and career planning
Materials
- website and intranet of Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences: http://www.seamk.fi
- curricula of degree programmes: ops.seamk.fi
- material provided by the teacher
Teaching methods
Lectures, assignments, group work
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Pass
• Is able to recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is able to use the key electronic tools of SeAMK and find information useful for their studies in the Intranet. Recognises their personal learning style and finds ways to develop it. Recognises job opportunities in their field.
• Knows their curriculum and can interpret it while planning their studies
Fail
• Does not recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is not able to use SeAMK’s electronic tools and Intranet as support to their studies. Does not recognise their personal learning style and find ways to develop it. Is not able to define the career opportunities in their field.
• Does not know their curriculum.
Assessment methods and criteria
Assignments
Enrollment
05.08.2024 - 17.11.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 31.12.2024
Credits
2 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Library and Information Services
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Cultural Management
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Johanna Koivula
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 51. Open UAS: 51.)
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
Learning goals
The student knows how to
- Act at the university of applied sciences
- Develop their learning and study skills
- Exploit different learning environments in diverse ways
- Become familiar with their field of study and its job opportunities (incl. abroad)
- Plan their studies from the perspective of their career aspirations
Content
Academic studies:
- The structure of the studies and the different opportunities to complete the studies (incl. internationalisation)
- The regulations guiding academic studies, the student’s rights and responsibilities, SeAMK’s operating principles and rules
- The activities and services of the Student Association
- Study and learning skills and self-knowledge, and their development
- The welfare services at SeAMK
Career planning:
- Job opportunities in the student’s field, familiarisation with the interest groups, the international operational environment of the field
- Opportunities for further studies and career planning
Materials
Material provided by the teacher
Teaching methods
Online course. Tasks to be performed independently in moodle
Student workload
Total 54 h of independent work
realization.localizedApproveRejectDescription
Pass
• Is able to recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is able to use the key electronic tools of SeAMK and find information useful for their studies in the Intranet. Recognises their personal learning style and finds ways to develop it. Recognises job opportunities in their field.
• Knows their curriculum and can interpret it while planning their studies
Fail
• Does not recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is not able to use SeAMK’s electronic tools and Intranet as support to their studies. Does not recognise their personal learning style and find ways to develop it. Is not able to define the career opportunities in their field.
• Does not know their curriculum.
Further information
The teacher sends a start-up message of the course, where the details of the MOODLE to SeAMK's e-mail once a week for new entrants.
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Pass
• Is able to recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is able to use the key electronic tools of SeAMK and find information useful for their studies in the Intranet. Recognises their personal learning style and finds ways to develop it. Recognises job opportunities in their field.
• Knows their curriculum and can interpret it while planning their studies
Fail
• Does not recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is not able to use SeAMK’s electronic tools and Intranet as support to their studies. Does not recognise their personal learning style and find ways to develop it. Is not able to define the career opportunities in their field.
• Does not know their curriculum.
Assessment methods and criteria
Restoration of all exercises according to the assessment criteria.
Enrollment
16.12.2024 - 20.04.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 31.05.2025
Credits
2 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Library and Information Services
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Cultural Management
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Johanna Koivula
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 50. Open UAS: 50.)
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
Learning goals
The student knows how to
- Act at the university of applied sciences
- Develop their learning and study skills
- Exploit different learning environments in diverse ways
- Become familiar with their field of study and its job opportunities (incl. abroad)
- Plan their studies from the perspective of their career aspirations
Content
Academic studies:
- The structure of the studies and the different opportunities to complete the studies (incl. internationalisation)
- The regulations guiding academic studies, the student’s rights and responsibilities, SeAMK’s operating principles and rules
- The activities and services of the Student Association
- Study and learning skills and self-knowledge, and their development
- The welfare services at SeAMK
Career planning:
- Job opportunities in the student’s field, familiarisation with the interest groups, the international operational environment of the field
- Opportunities for further studies and career planning
Materials
Material provided by the teacher
Teaching methods
Online course. Tasks to be performed independently in moodle
Student workload
Total 54 h of independent work
realization.localizedApproveRejectDescription
Pass
• Is able to recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is able to use the key electronic tools of SeAMK and find information useful for their studies in the Intranet. Recognises their personal learning style and finds ways to develop it. Recognises job opportunities in their field.
• Knows their curriculum and can interpret it while planning their studies
Fail
• Does not recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is not able to use SeAMK’s electronic tools and Intranet as support to their studies. Does not recognise their personal learning style and find ways to develop it. Is not able to define the career opportunities in their field.
• Does not know their curriculum.
Further information
The teacher sends a start-up message of the course, where the details of the MOODLE to SeAMK's e-mail once a week for new entrants.
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Pass
• Is able to recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is able to use the key electronic tools of SeAMK and find information useful for their studies in the Intranet. Recognises their personal learning style and finds ways to develop it. Recognises job opportunities in their field.
• Knows their curriculum and can interpret it while planning their studies
Fail
• Does not recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is not able to use SeAMK’s electronic tools and Intranet as support to their studies. Does not recognise their personal learning style and find ways to develop it. Is not able to define the career opportunities in their field.
• Does not know their curriculum.
Assessment methods and criteria
Restoration of all exercises according to the assessment criteria.
Enrollment
05.08.2024 - 17.11.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 31.12.2024
Credits
2 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Library and Information Services
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Cultural Management
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Annukka Haapa-aho
Objective
Learning goals
The student knows how to
- Act at the university of applied sciences
- Develop their learning and study skills
- Exploit different learning environments in diverse ways
- Become familiar with their field of study and its job opportunities (incl. abroad)
- Plan their studies from the perspective of their career aspirations
Content
Academic studies:
- The structure of the studies and the different opportunities to complete the studies (incl. internationalisation)
- The regulations guiding academic studies, the student’s rights and responsibilities, SeAMK’s operating principles and rules
- The activities and services of the Student Association
- Study and learning skills and self-knowledge, and their development
- The welfare services at SeAMK
Career planning:
- Job opportunities in the student’s field, familiarisation with the interest groups, the international operational environment of the field
- Opportunities for further studies and career planning
Materials
Material provided by the teacher
Teaching methods
Online course. Tasks to be performed independently in moodle
Student workload
Total 54 h of independent work
realization.localizedApproveRejectDescription
Pass
• Is able to recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is able to use the key electronic tools of SeAMK and find information useful for their studies in the Intranet. Recognises their personal learning style and finds ways to develop it. Recognises job opportunities in their field.
• Knows their curriculum and can interpret it while planning their studies
Fail
• Does not recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is not able to use SeAMK’s electronic tools and Intranet as support to their studies. Does not recognise their personal learning style and find ways to develop it. Is not able to define the career opportunities in their field.
• Does not know their curriculum.
Further information
The teacher sends a start-up message of the course, where the details of the MOODLE to SeAMK's e-mail once a week for new entrants.
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Pass
• Is able to recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is able to use the key electronic tools of SeAMK and find information useful for their studies in the Intranet. Recognises their personal learning style and finds ways to develop it. Recognises job opportunities in their field.
• Knows their curriculum and can interpret it while planning their studies
Fail
• Does not recognise and find SeAMK's regulations and principles guiding the studies. Is not able to use SeAMK’s electronic tools and Intranet as support to their studies. Does not recognise their personal learning style and find ways to develop it. Is not able to define the career opportunities in their field.
• Does not know their curriculum.
Assessment methods and criteria
Restoration of all exercises according to the assessment criteria.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Jyrki Rajakorpi
Student groups
-
AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student is familiar with the scientific foundation of the agricultural policy and the contents and tasks. The student understands the basic concepts of the agricultural policy and knows the different sectors of the agricultural policy. The student is familiar with the background of the EU agricultural policy, the objectives and basic principles and understands an international agreement and decision-making process. The student can explain the administration of the agricultural, vocational and commercial organizations in Finland
Content
Scientific foundation, contents and tasks of the agricultural policy. Concepts and sectors of the agricultural policy. International agreement and decision-making process of the agricultural policy (WTO etc.), Agricultural policy of the EU, the EU and national legislation, Laws and regulations connected to EU subsidies, Filling-in of EU subsidy forms, the significance of planning.
Materials
Latvala, T., Väre, M. & Niemi, J. (toim.) 2023. Maa- ja elintarviketalouden suhdannekatsaus 2023. Luonnonvara- ja biotalouden tutkimus 61/2023. Luonnonvarakeskus, Helsinki. Other literature will be announced in the beginning of the course.
The material produced by the teacher.
Teaching methods
Lessons. Group exercises and presentations. Independent learning.
Employer connections
Experts from Administration visit the course.
Student workload
The student's work consists of participation in the contact teaching, of becoming acquainted with studying material and of the making of the exercises and of the reporting. The study module includes teamwork. 5* 26,7 hours = 134 hours of which 35% is class working and 65% of independent learning.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Level 1: The student understands the main principles of the EU agricultural policy and scientific foundation of the agricultural policy. The student knows the main concepts of the agricultural policy. The student is able to search for information about the subsidy systems.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Level 3: The student understands the scientific foundation of the agricultural policy and understands the backgrounds and changes in agricultural policy of the EU. The student knows the main concepts of the agricultural policy. The student can search for information about the subsidy systems and can utilise information in the practical planning.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Level 5: The student understands the scientific foundation of the agricultural policy. The student understands international agricultural policy and is able to analyze changes. The student knows the concepts of the agricultural policy. The student can utilise information about the subsidy systems widely in the practical planning.
Assessment methods and criteria
Check the grading criteria.
Qualifications
Introduction to agribusiness.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Jyrki Rajakorpi
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) 1 (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student) 1
Objective
The student is familiar with the scientific foundation of the agricultural policy and the contents and tasks. The student understands the basic concepts of the agricultural policy and knows the different sectors of the agricultural policy. The student is familiar with the background of the EU agricultural policy, the objectives and basic principles and understands an international agreement and decision-making process. The student can explain the administration of the agricultural, vocational and commercial organizations in Finland
Content
Scientific foundation, contents and tasks of the agricultural policy. Concepts and sectors of the agricultural policy. International agreement and decision-making process of the agricultural policy (WTO etc.), Agricultural policy of the EU, the EU and national legislation, Laws and regulations connected to EU subsidies, Filling-in of EU subsidy forms, the significance of planning.
Materials
Latvala, T., Väre, M. & Niemi, J. (toim.) 2023. Maa- ja elintarviketalouden suhdannekatsaus 2023. Luonnonvara- ja biotalouden tutkimus 61/2023. Luonnonvarakeskus, Helsinki. Other literature will be announced in the beginning of the course.
The material produced by the teacher.
Teaching methods
Lessons. Group exercises and presentations. Independent learning.
Employer connections
Experts from Administration visit the course.
Student workload
The student's work consists of participation in the contact teaching, of becoming acquainted with studying material and of the making of the exercises and of the reporting. The study module includes teamwork. 5* 26,7 hours = 134 hours of which 20% is class working and 80% of independent learning.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Level 1: The student understands the main principles of the EU agricultural policy and scientific foundation of the agricultural policy. The student knows the main concepts of the agricultural policy. The student is able to search for information about the subsidy systems.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Level 3: The student understands the scientific foundation of the agricultural policy and understands the backgrounds and changes in agricultural policy of the EU. The student knows the main concepts of the agricultural policy. The student can search for information about the subsidy systems and can utilise information in the practical planning.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Level 5: The student understands the scientific foundation of the agricultural policy. The student understands international agricultural policy and is able to analyze changes. The student knows the concepts of the agricultural policy. The student can utilise information about the subsidy systems widely in the practical planning.
Assessment methods and criteria
Check the grading criteria.
Qualifications
Introduction to agribusiness.
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
30.09.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
10 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Juha Tiainen
- Roni Kuru
- Jori Lahti
Student groups
-
AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student is able to explain in practice, theoretically and with the help of physics problem solving skills, the key features of the engine, engine progression, ground compaction, traction and the traction power of the tractor and motorized machines. The student will also be able to explain the basic structures and key features of the hydraulic and electrical systems and controls required for tractors and machines. They are able to calculate the key qualities and attributes associated with them.
The student is able to explain new trends of agrotechnology, for example in fuels.
The student will be able to present the key combustion-based heating technologies, heat pump technology, wind energy and solar energy suitable for a farm and be able to utilize an energy plan for a farm. The student is able to calculate the power, energy and efficiency characteristics of key energy forms.
Content
- operation of the engine, transmission, axles, tires, hydraulics, electrical equipment and controls.
- kinematics, Newton's laws, work, power, energy, momentum, impulse, rotational motion, mechanic states, basics of electric doctrine
- key farm energy sources, boiler types, geothermal equipment, wind turbine structure, photovoltaic systems
Materials
- Bell, B. 2008. Farm Machinery (fifth edition)
- Tiainen, R. (toim.) 2005. Maatilatalouden teknologia
- Hautala, M. & Peltonen, H. 2016. Insinöörin (AMK) fysiikka
- Material appointed by the teacher
Teaching methods
-Contact teaching
-Laboratory work
-Group assignments
-Personal assignments
Student workload
Total workload of the course is 268 h of which 66 h is contact teaching. 15 h is laboratory work and the remaining 187 hours consists of independent work on group and personal assignments.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students will be able to describe some features of motors, transmissions, axle systems and hydraulics used in agricultural tractors, machines and equipment can do some simple physical calculations based on them. They recognize the basic features and requirements of electrical components and the controlling equipment. They are able to describe some the functional principles of energy systems suitable for agricultural usage. They get all assignments approved.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students will be able to describe the basic features of motors, transmissions, axle systems and hydraulics used in agricultural tractors, machines and equipment and they can give reasons for their choices by using physical calculations. They can describe the features and requirements of electrical components and the controlling equipment as well as the main equipment needed in precision farming. They are able to describe the functional principles energy systems suitable for agricultural usage and are, also, able to calculate the main parameters of them. Students have active role during the course and they get all assignments approved.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students will be able to analyse the basic features of motors, transmissions, axle systems and hydraulics used in agricultural tractors, machines and equipment and they can give reasons for their choices by using physical calculations. They can describe the features and requirements of electrical components and the controlling equipment as well as the main equipment needed in precision farming. They can analyse the functional principles energy systems suitable for agricultural usage and are, also, able to calculate the parameters of them. Students have active and analytical role during the course and they get all assignments approved.
Assessment methods and criteria
- Completion of the assignments
- Laboratory exercises are obligatory
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
10 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Juha Tiainen
- Roni Kuru
- Jori Lahti
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
The student is able to explain in practice, theoretically and with the help of physics problem solving skills, the key features of the engine, engine progression, ground compaction, traction and the traction power of the tractor and motorized machines. The student will also be able to explain the basic structures and key features of the hydraulic and electrical systems and controls required for tractors and machines. They are able to calculate the key qualities and attributes associated with them.
The student is able to explain new trends of agrotechnology, for example in fuels.
The student will be able to present the key combustion-based heating technologies, heat pump technology, wind energy and solar energy suitable for a farm and be able to utilize an energy plan for a farm. The student is able to calculate the power, energy and efficiency characteristics of key energy forms.
Content
- operation of the engine, transmission, axles, tires, hydraulics, electrical equipment and controls.
- kinematics, Newton's laws, work, power, energy, momentum, impulse, rotational motion, mechanic states, basics of electric doctrine
- key farm energy sources, boiler types, geothermal equipment, wind turbine structure, photovoltaic systems
Materials
- Bell, B. 2008. Farm Machinery (fifth edition)
- Tiainen, R. (toim.) 2005. Maatilatalouden teknologia
- Hautala, M. & Peltonen, H. 2016. Insinöörin (AMK) fysiikka
- Material appointed by the teacher
Teaching methods
- Contact teaching (20 %)
- Assignments and other independent study (80 %)
Student workload
Total workload of the course 268 h which consists of scheduled studies, laboratory studies and assignments.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students will be able to describe some features of motors, transmissions, axle systems and hydraulics used in agricultural tractors, machines and equipment can do some simple physical calculations based on them. They recognize the basic features and requirements of electrical components and the controlling equipment. They are able to describe some the functional principles of energy systems suitable for agricultural usage. They get all assignments approved.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students will be able to describe the basic features of motors, transmissions, axle systems and hydraulics used in agricultural tractors, machines and equipment and they can give reasons for their choices by using physical calculations. They can describe the features and requirements of electrical components and the controlling equipment as well as the main equipment needed in precision farming. They are able to describe the functional principles energy systems suitable for agricultural usage and are, also, able to calculate the main parameters of them. Students have active role during the course and they get all assignments approved.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students will be able to analyse the basic features of motors, transmissions, axle systems and hydraulics used in agricultural tractors, machines and equipment and they can give reasons for their choices by using physical calculations. They can describe the features and requirements of electrical components and the controlling equipment as well as the main equipment needed in precision farming. They can analyse the functional principles energy systems suitable for agricultural usage and are, also, able to calculate the parameters of them. Students have active and analytical role during the course and they get all assignments approved.
Assessment methods and criteria
- Completion of the assignments
- Laboratory exercises are obligatory.
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 30.06.2025
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Teija Rönkä
Responsible person
Teija Rönkä
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
- Ristiinopiskelu (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
- Cross studies
Objective
The student know the breeding goals of different farm animals. The student can explain the present practices used in the breeding of cattle and pigs mainly. The student can make a summary about the principles of mating planning at herd level and can evaluate the effects of a mating plan. The student can explain the significance of breeding goals and practices used on production and sustainable development in animal production.
Content
Heredity, breeding goals of different animals, genetic evaluation, reading of Finnish and international breeding values, herd level mating plans, evaluation of the effects of a mating plan, progress in genetic gain, legislation, ethical considerations.
Materials
Aro, J., Niemi, A., Toivonen, M., & Vahlsten, T. (2020). Testaa ja valitse: Lypsykarjanjalostuksella tuloksiin (1. painos.). Opetushallitus.
Jokela, M., Ahola-Launonen, J., Oja-Leikas, M., & Rova, M. (2017). Kiehtovat geenit: Mihin geenitietoa käytetään? (1. painos.). Duodecim.
Teaching methods
Independend webbased learning.
Possibility to get guidance to assignments.
Student workload
Totally 130 h.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can name the most essential breeding goals and ways of gathering data for breeding. The student has basic ability to read and interpret the breeding values and breeding plans.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student knows the breeding goals and their significance. The student can interpret breeding values and evaluate the effects of a breeding plan at herd level.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student has in-depth knowledge for interpreting breeding values and breeding plans. The student can justify the selection criteria of animals and can explain the principles of broader breeding programs.
Assessment methods and criteria
Approved assignments.
Qualifications
Basic knowledge of Finnish animal production and documentation of production. Basic of farm animal housing and welfare or similar knowledge.
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
30.09.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Samu Palander
- Jussi-Matti Kallio
Scheduling groups
- A-ryhmä (Size: 20. Open UAS: 0.)
- B-ryhmä (Size: 20. Open UAS: 0.)
Student groups
-
AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- A-group
- B-group
Objective
The students recognize the nutrients in feeds, principles of feed evaluation as well as the digestive systems of animals and understand their significance in feeding. They know the principles and objectives of feed planning, and are able to evaluate how a change in the proportions of the components of a diet affects the amount and content of nutrients. They can assess the results of a feeding plan and put it into practice and can calculate the amount of feed needed for the animals annually. They are familiar with the technology used in feeding.
Content
Nutrients, composition and feeding value of typical feeds, farm animal digestion systems, feed planning and its relationship with animal welfare and health, assessment of the results of feeding and feeding technology.
Materials
Feed tables and feeding recommendations
Siljander-Rasi, H., Nopanen, A. & Helin. J. (toim.) 2006: Sian ruokinta ja hoito. Tieto tuottamaan 114. ProAgria keskusten liitto
Kyntäjä, S., Nokka, S., Harmoinen, T. & Ellä, A. (toim.) 2010: Lypsylehmän ruokinta. Tieto tuottamaan 133. ProAgria keskusten liitto
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The students can describe the digestive systems and the main principles of feed digestion. They can name the nutrients and make a simple calculation of the amounts of feeds needed. They can list the fundamentals of assessing the results of feeding. They can name the most usual technological solutions used in feeding.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The students can describe the connections between digestive systems, main chemical properties of nutrients and selection of feeds used for different farm animals. They can calculate the total amount and contents of nutrients in a diet of an animal and compare the results with feeding recommendations and other instructions given for feed formulation. They can put feeding plans into practice and assess the results of feeding. They can describe differences between technological solutions used in feeding.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The students can explain the biological significance of nutrition. They can plan diets based on typical components and calculate the amount of feed needed annually or for a growing period. They can assess the results of feeding in practice. They can describe differences between technological solutions used in feeding and explain their significance.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Samu Palander
- Jussi-Matti Kallio
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
The students recognize the nutrients in feeds, principles of feed evaluation as well as the digestive systems of animals and understand their significance in feeding. They know the principles and objectives of feed planning, and are able to evaluate how a change in the proportions of the components of a diet affects the amount and content of nutrients. They can assess the results of a feeding plan and put it into practice and can calculate the amount of feed needed for the animals annually. They are familiar with the technology used in feeding.
Content
Nutrients, composition and feeding value of typical feeds, farm animal digestion systems, feed planning and its relationship with animal welfare and health, assessment of the results of feeding and feeding technology.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The students can describe the digestive systems and the main principles of feed digestion. They can name the nutrients and make a simple calculation of the amounts of feeds needed. They can list the fundamentals of assessing the results of feeding. They can name the most usual technological solutions used in feeding.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The students can describe the connections between digestive systems, main chemical properties of nutrients and selection of feeds used for different farm animals. They can calculate the total amount and contents of nutrients in a diet of an animal and compare the results with feeding recommendations and other instructions given for feed formulation. They can put feeding plans into practice and assess the results of feeding. They can describe differences between technological solutions used in feeding.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The students can explain the biological significance of nutrition. They can plan diets based on typical components and calculate the amount of feed needed annually or for a growing period. They can assess the results of feeding in practice. They can describe differences between technological solutions used in feeding and explain their significance.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 22.03.2025
Timing
01.04.2025 - 30.04.2025
Credits
3 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Janne Heikkinen
- Jari Luokkakallio
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student understands the importance of soil structure for growth conditions and can determine soil structure in the field using the MARA test. The student can determine aggregate stability and assess the biological growth condition in the field (e.g., root growth patterns, microbial activity, earthworms, decomposition of organic matter in the soil, aggregate stability, amount of residues on the field surface, plant growth and health). The student knows methods to determine the drainage status of the field and understands the fertility classes of drainage. The student assesses the drainage status of the field plot, identifies drainage deficiencies, and can plan measures to improve drainage.
Content
Factors affecting drainage
Fertility classes of drainage
Methods to identify drainage status
Examples of drainage deficiencies and their correction options
Soil structure as a growth condition factor and the significance of different aggregates and their structure
Sensory determination of soil structure
Determination of subsoil structure
Aggregate stability and its determination
Biological growth condition of the soil
Humus content and the division of organic matter into easily decomposable and very slowly decomposable parts
Increasing humus content, i.e., carbon sequestration in agricultural soil
Options for improving soil structure in various cases
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows methods to determine the drainage status of the field. Understands factors affecting soil structure. Knows some methods to examine soil structure.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student knows methods to determine the drainage status of the field plot and identifies drainage deficiencies. Understands factors affecting soil structure and can determine the condition of soil structure using appropriate methods.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student knows methods to determine the drainage status of the field plot, identifies drainage deficiencies, and can plan measures to improve drainage. Understands factors affecting soil structure and can determine the condition of soil structure using appropriate methods and can plan plot-specific restoration needs based on them.
Qualifications
Previous studies: Soil and water management or equivalent knowledge
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 31.12.2024
Timing
15.01.2025 - 25.02.2025
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Risto Lauhanen
- Juha Tiainen
Responsible person
Juha Tiainen
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
-
AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student knows the basics for forest ownership. The student can evaluate and look at the multi objective goals of forestry as an employee, a pensioner, a farmer or an investor. The student can understand the multiple use of Finnish forestry and actions in practise.
Content
Forest as an investment and part of Finnish national economy
Forest policy, organizations and target groups, forest taxation and legislation.
Forest ecosystem and site type classification
Principles for silviculture, forest damage
Forest management planning and digital forest information systems
Basics for timber trade, timber harvesting and energy wood logging
Forest protection and environmental management, biodiversity and forest as a carbon sink
Real estate and zoning matters, forest estate trade and evaluation, deals, deeds, ownership changes
Materials
To be announced later.
Teaching methods
Teams-web-learning, 7 times.
Exam schedules
Web-exam is open for one month after the last lecture.
Student workload
5 sp = c. 20 hrs lectures, c 80 hrs self-learning material and c. 30 hrs to prepare to the exam.
realization.localizedApproveRejectDescription
Approved:
The student knows how to utilize forest-based data for decision-making to support the forest ownership. He/she can give examples of concepts in the field, actions in forests and on the multi objective use of forests. The student knows the principles for different forest management alternatives and knows how to carry out timber trading. The student knows, how to give examples for the carbon sink potential of forest ecosystem.
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved:
The student knows how to utilize forest-based data for decision-making to support the forest ownership. He/she can give examples of concepts in the field, actions in forests and on the multi objective use of forests. The student knows the principles for different forest management alternatives and knows how to carry out timber trading. The student knows, how to give examples for the carbon sink potential of forest ecosystem.
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 19.12.2024
Credits
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Sari Rimpelä
Student groups
-
AGRO22TABachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
Students learn the basics of commercial mathematics and Excel software.
Content
- percent calculation
- simple interest
- compound interest
- discounting
- index
- derivation
- Excel
o creating and editing spreadheets with Excel
o writing formulae and using function
o processing/sorting information in a spreadsheet
o filtering, summarising, linking
o special features in the Excel
Materials
Material announced by the lecturer
Teaching methods
Lectures and assignments
Student workload
Total work load of the course: 100h
- of which scheduled studies: 33h
- of which autonomous studies: 67 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved - Approved assignments. Student can calculate simple interest,compound interest and discounting. Student can derivate and use Excel sofware.
Further information
Course is recommended to the students who choose agribusiness.
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 31.10.2024
Credits
3 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Marjo Latva-Kyyny
Student groups
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
Objective
The student
• is able to outline the entrepreneurial competences and to reflect on their own goals and strengths in relation to them
• recognizes human cognitive structures in themselves and in interaction with other people
• understands the importance of the tolerance of uncertainty in their actions and interaction
• is able to describe and consider social, cultural and economic value and to perceive their differences
• recognizes the contextuality of value and the different structures in which it can be created
• is able to analyse different value chains and networks
• is able to describe the importance of entrepreneurship for society and national economy as well as to recognize different manifestations of entrepreneurship in everyday life
• is able to describe the preconditions for profitable business activity
• knows the stages of the establishment of a company
• knows the entrepreneurship opportunities at SeAMK
Content
• Entrepreneurial competence, self-knowledge and self-efficacy, motivation, human systems of thought, uncertainty tolerance, and processing of disappointments
• Value creation, recognition of value chains and networks in different environments, value creation in different structures, such as companies and associations
• Basic concepts of entrepreneurship and business and earnings logic, economic literacy, risk management
• Stages of the establishment of business activities
• Business plan as a tool for structuring a business idea (for fields of study other than Business)
• Business activities as part of society, entrepreneurship as part of life
• Deepening of the student’s entrepreneurial skills at SeAMK (SeAMK Yritystalli, SeAMKPro, SeiES, etc.)
Materials
Material in Moodle.
Additional material:
- Taivas ja helvetti 2.0
- Urheilijan taivas ja helvetti, paras versio itsestäsi
- Taivas ja helvetti - Riko rajasi
- Aki Hintsa: Voittamisen anatomia
Teaching methods
Online teaching.
Lectures, online discussions, tests, functional tasks, individual, couple or group work.
Student workload
Independent studies, assignments, online discussions and exercises total 81h.
Content scheduling
Self-knowledge and self-efficacy
Change in work
Megatrends
Value creation
Entrepreneurship and society
Business idea
Business Model Canvas
Basic calculations int the beginnig of entrepreneurship
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
x
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
To pass the course, the student is required to actively participate in it and to pass all the assignments. In the assignments, the student shows they understand the creation of social, cultural and economic value and reflects on their importance in business and society. The student demonstrates they know the basic concepts of business and are able to describe the preconditions for profitable business activity. The student demonstrates they are able to reflect on their own relationship with entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial competence.
Assessment methods and criteria
The approved performance requires active participation and the approved performance of all tasks. In the assignments, the student shows that he understands the creation of social, cultural and economic value and considers their importance in business and society. The student shows that he or she recognizes the basic concepts of business and knows how to describe the prerequisites for profitable business. The student shows that he is able to reflect on his or her own relationship with entrepreneurship and competence.
Enrollment
23.09.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
1 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Jussi-Matti Kallio
- Teija Rönkä
Student groups
-
AGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student can define the concept of animal welfare and carry out basic assessment of welfare in practise. The student is familiar with the most common housing systems and the technology used in the management of housing conditions. The student is familiar with the basic tasks and documentation needed at different stages of the production cycles. The student can find information about the central legislation concerning animal welfare and production documentation. The student can explain how housing conditions, daily working routines, written documentation and legislation are connected with production results and sustainable development.
Content
Housing systems, interaction between animals and its environment, technology basics and other housing condition management, assessment of farm animal welfare, duties connected to different stages of production cycles, basics of anatomy and physiology connected to the above-mentioned issues, legislation concerning animal welfare, documentation of production and data registers connected to animal production.
Materials
Material informed by teacher.
Teaching methods
Lectures
Assingments
Demonstrations
Practical training
Self-study
Employer connections
Demontrations and practical training at Vacca oy.
Visits to enterprises at animal production sector.
Completion alternatives
Those interested about literature exam can contact the teahcer.
Student workload
Totally 135 h
Contact learning about 65 h, self study 60 h.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can explain the most important duties at different stages of production cycles. The student can list factors affecting farm animal welfare. The student can recognize the most usual housing systems and technological solutions used. The student can find information about the central legislation concerning animal welfare.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can explain significance of manners of working and documentation. The student can present differences between different housing systems and technological solutions and explain their interaction with working methods, animal welfare and production. The student can assess basics of animal welfare in practise and interpret central contents of legislation concerning animal welfare.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can compare and evaluate different technological solutions and methods of working from many perspectives. The student can explain comprehensive significance of housing conditions, practical work and documentation of production.
Assessment methods and criteria
Approved assingments, training period and demonstrations
Active participation
Exam
Qualifications
None
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Jussi-Matti Kallio
- Teija Rönkä
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 50. Open UAS: 50.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
The student can define the concept of animal welfare and carry out basic assessment of welfare in practise. The student is familiar with the most common housing systems and the technology used in the management of housing conditions. The student is familiar with the basic tasks and documentation needed at different stages of the production cycles. The student can find information about the central legislation concerning animal welfare and production documentation. The student can explain how housing conditions, daily working routines, written documentation and legislation are connected with production results and sustainable development.
Content
Housing systems, interaction between animals and its environment, technology basics and other housing condition management, assessment of farm animal welfare, duties connected to different stages of production cycles, basics of anatomy and physiology connected to the above-mentioned issues, legislation concerning animal welfare, documentation of production and data registers connected to animal production.
Materials
Material informed by teacher.
Teaching methods
Lectures
Assingments
Demonstrations
Practical training
Self-study
Employer connections
Demontrations at Vacca oy.
Visits to enterprises at animal production sector.
Completion alternatives
Those interested about literature exam can contact the teahcer.
Student workload
Totally 135 h
Contact learning about 20 h, self study 115 h.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can explain the most important duties at different stages of production cycles. The student can list factors affecting farm animal welfare. The student can recognize the most usual housing systems and technological solutions used. The student can find information about the central legislation concerning animal welfare.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can explain significance of manners of working and documentation. The student can present differences between different housing systems and technological solutions and explain their interaction with working methods, animal welfare and production. The student can assess basics of animal welfare in practise and interpret central contents of legislation concerning animal welfare.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can compare and evaluate different technological solutions and methods of working from many perspectives. The student can explain comprehensive significance of housing conditions, practical work and documentation of production.
Assessment methods and criteria
Approved assingments, training period and demonstrations
Active participation
Exam
Qualifications
None
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 06.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 23.02.2025
Credits
4 op
RD proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Jyrki Rajakorpi
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) 1 (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
-
AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student) 1
Objective
The student can:
- Explain the connection between comprehensive management and success of an agricultural enterprise
- Connect strategic, long term goals with daily operations
- Utilize strategic thinking and planning in farm management
Content
Basic concepts of comprehensive farm management. Operating environment, resource and synthesis analyzes are carried out. The student will develop a strategy for a model agricultural enterprise and an operations model and a plan how to implement the strategy in an agricultural enterprise.
Materials
Ryhänen, M., Rajakorpi, J., & Latva-Kyyny, M. (2022). Maatalousyrittäjän johtamisosaamisen kehittämisen perusteet (Seinäjoen ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisusarja C. Oppimateriaaleja 14). Seinäjoen ammattikorkeakoulu.
Teaching methods
Lectures, onlinelearning , exercises and independent work.
Student workload
Total study hours are 108 incliding lectures, online lectures, independent assignment and group work.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
The course is passed if the student can carry out operating environment, resource and synthesis analyzes and can utilize them in making a realizable strategy for a model agricultural enterprise. Operational models and plans are also made to achieve the future goals.
Assessment methods and criteria
The course is passed if the student can carry out operating environment, resource and synthesis analyzes and can utilize them in making a realizable strategy for a model agricultural enterprise. Operational models and plans are also made to achieve the future goals.
Qualifications
Basics of agribusiness
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
30.09.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Teija Rönkä
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 50. Open UAS: 50.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
MAGRO21
-
AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
The student knows the production chain of beef. The student is able to gather information, evaluate, plan and develop operations of units specialized in raising cattle for meat or beef cow production taking into account animal productivity, health and welfare as well as effective use of resources and sustainbilty. The student is able to take part in professional discussions on beef production.
Content
Production chain of beef and methods of production in Finland and internationally, current topics in production and nutrition of beef cows and animals grown for meat, digital solutions used to gather information and other technology used in production, indicators describing the production, producer prices and principal production costs, principles of planning breeding in beef cow production, current topics in health care, important subjects relating to planning of preventive health care, environmental effects of production, prevention of common diseases.
Materials
Material assigned by teacher.
Teaching methods
Lectures, recorded
Assingments
Self-study, partly web-based
Employer connections
study visits/ visiting lectures
Completion alternatives
The course can also be connected with the student’s work tasks and assingments if the student is in a workplace where the work assignments have similar contents. The matter is agreed in more detail with the teacher at the beginning of the course.
Student workload
Totally 135 h.
Further information
Grassland production and use as forage is recommended before this course
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can act in a beef unit or beef cow farm at daily activities and gather basic information needed for production and heath care. The student can produce feeding plans for different groups of animals when advised. The student can describe elements of producer price and list ways of reducing production costs. The student can describe and compare technological solutions.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can manage and plan the production from a longer perspective. The student can plan the feeding of different groups of animals. The student is able to evaluate and explain possibilities health care and animal breeding. The student can explain the significance of different farms in production chain. The student can recognize the effects of feeding, care and housing conditions on performance, health, environment and production costs. The student can justifiably compare and choose solutions for feeding and technology.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can take into account and apply detailed facts of nutrition and production biology when planning feeding and production. The student is able to search and apply information and give reasons for decisions independently. The student can form a broad multidisciplinary view combining animal welfare and productivity, technology, effective use of resources and mutual impact of the different parts of production chain.
Assessment methods and criteria
Approved assignments
Qualifications
Common professional studies in animal production or comparable knowledge.
Further information
The student can direct studies to either beef cow production or animals raised for meat.
Enrollment
11.03.2025 - 12.04.2025
Timing
01.05.2025 - 31.08.2025
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Juha Tiainen
Objective
Students will understand the importance of bioenergy as a part of the current and future energy policies in Finland. Students will be familiar with the production process and logistics of the most common bioenergy sources in Finland. They will be able to evaluate critically energy options and technology for a bioenergy plant for a farm.
Content
- Bioenergy policy
- Energy balance
- Bioenergy options and their technologies
- Entrepreneurship in bioenergy
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students recognize the terms: energy balance, carbon balance and energy potential. They will be able to list some energy crops important in Finland as well as they can list some features of the production system of them.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students will be able to describe terms energy balance and energy potential. Students know the most important bioenergy crops in Finland and will be able to describe shortly the production process and usage of them.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students will be able to describe the importance of bioenergy as a part of the current and future energy policy in Finland. They will be able to use terms such as energy balance and energy potential in their occupational discussions. Students will be able to describe the production process, logistics and usage of most common bioenergy alternatives in Finland.
Qualifications
Recommendation: Possibilities of rural areas in Finland , Agrotechnology part farm energytechnology
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 31.12.2024
Timing
10.02.2025 - 14.03.2025
Credits
2 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Juha Tiainen
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
-
AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
After the course, the student can…
• Assess the biogas potential of food chain
• Identify the business potential and limits of biogas production
• Recognise different types of biogas production technologies
• Plan and develop biogas based business in food chain
Content
Introduction, objectives and practices,
Biogas feedstocks and the chemistry of biogas production
Biogas plant types
Biogas business and feasibility assessments
Case studies and energy production subsidies
Materials
Material instructed by the lecturer
Teaching methods
Web-learning according the instructions by the lecturer
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The assingments is a partly missing the real subject
The subject is schematic.
The work is unstructured and the boundaries are unclear
The results to be achieved are unclear.
There are development goals set for project work, but they remain loose and unsubstantiated.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The assignment is useful and well-grounded for working life.
The assignment handle current issues, but it is common in the field
The work is based on knowledge and its limits are clear.
The results of the assignments are aimed at practical value and the purpose of the work is to bring a new perspective to the topic.
The role of the working life is taken into account.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The work is useful for practical activities and relevant for the working life and its development.
The work is relevant, new, creative, and demanding.
The limits are clear.
The results of the assignment aim to add value and the aim of the work is to bring a new innovative perspective to the topic.
The purpose and objectives of the work are well justified from the viewpoint of working life and knowledge base. The results of the work will be applied to the development of the circular economy
Assessment methods and criteria
Net exam.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The assingments is a partly missing the real subject
The subject is schematic.
The work is unstructured and the boundaries are unclear
The results to be achieved are unclear.
There are development goals set for project work, but they remain loose and unsubstantiated.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The assignment is useful and well-grounded for working life.
The assignment handle current issues, but it is common in the field
The work is based on knowledge and its limits are clear.
The results of the assignments are aimed at practical value and the purpose of the work is to bring a new perspective to the topic.
The role of the working life is taken into account.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
The work is useful for practical activities and relevant for the working life and its development.
The work is relevant, new, creative, and demanding.
The limits are clear.
The results of the assignment aim to add value and the aim of the work is to bring a new innovative perspective to the topic.
The purpose and objectives of the work are well justified from the viewpoint of working life and knowledge base. The results of the work will be applied to the development of the circular economy
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
30.09.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Helena Myllymäki
Student groups
-
AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
After the course, the student is able to interact appropriately and draw up the most ordinary texts needed in the working life. He is acquainted with the conventions of the academic text, which are needed in the thesis, and is able to apply them in his own text. He can express himself coherently, convincingly and clearly.
Content
- basics of business communication
- essential texts within the field, business letters, informing
- basics of academic writing
Materials
Food and Hospitality:
Kortetjärvi-Nurmi, S. & Murtola, K. 2015. Areena. Yritysviestinnän käsikirja. Edita.
Juholin, E. 2013. Communicare: kasva viestinnän ammattilaiseksi. MIF.
Kielikello 4/1997 ja 1/2007 (ns. Ruokakello)
and Web material
Food Processing and Biotechnology:
Kauppinen, A., Nummi, J. & Savola, T. 2012. Tekniikan viestintä. Edita.
Juholin, E. 2013. Communicare: kasva viestinnän ammattilaiseksi. MIF.
and Web material
Agriculture:
Kortetjärvi-Nurmi, S. & Murtola, K. 2015. Areena. Yritysviestinnän käsikirja. Edita.
Juholin, E. 2013. Communicare: kasva viestinnän ammattilaiseksi. MIF.
and Web material
Teaching methods
Team learning
Student workload
54 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can not take the objective, receiver or situation into consideration sufficiently. The structure of the text is illogical and the argumentation is one-sided. Illustration is inadequate. The student can evaluate his communication only from his point of view.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can take only partly into consideration the objective, situation and receiver. He can maintain the interaction. The structure of the text is mainly clear and consistent and the argumentation is versatile and credible. The illustration is appropriate. The student can in some part evaluate his communication realistically. He identifies the culturally bound character of the communication to some extent.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can take the objective, situation and receiver into consideration skilfully and credibly. He can act responsibly and according to the agreed ways of action. The structure of the text follows the structure which is characteristic of the text species. The text is logical and the argumentation is versatile and convincing. The illustration is appropriate and efficient. The student can estimate his communication realistically. He can identify the culturally bound character of the communication.
Assessment methods and criteria
Self- and peer-evaluation, teacher evaluation
Completion of written and oral tasks
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can not take the objective, receiver or situation into consideration sufficiently. The structure of the text is illogical and the argumentation is one-sided. Illustration is inadequate. The student can evaluate his communication only from his point of view.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can take only partly into consideration the objective, situation and receiver. He can maintain the interaction. The structure of the text is mainly clear and consistent and the argumentation is versatile and credible. The illustration is appropriate. The student can in some part evaluate his communication realistically. He identifies the culturally bound character of the communication to some extent.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
The student can take the objective, situation and receiver into consideration skilfully and credibly. He can act responsibly and according to the agreed ways of action. The structure of the text follows the structure which is characteristic of the text species. The text is logical and the argumentation is versatile and convincing. The illustration is appropriate and efficient. The student can estimate his communication realistically. He can identify the culturally bound character of the communication.
Qualifications
Communication Skills
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 09.10.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 20.12.2024
Credits
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Helena Myllymäki
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 50. Open UAS: 50.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
After the course, the student is able to interact appropriately and draw up the most ordinary texts needed in the working life. He is acquainted with the conventions of the academic text, which are needed in the thesis, and is able to apply them in his own text. He can express himself coherently, convincingly and clearly.
Content
- basics of business communication
- essential texts within the field, business letters, informing
- basics of academic writing
Materials
Food and Hospitality:
Kortetjärvi-Nurmi, S. & Murtola, K. 2015. Areena. Yritysviestinnän käsikirja. Edita.
Juholin, E. 2013. Communicare: kasva viestinnän ammattilaiseksi. MIF.
Kielikello 4/1997 ja 1/2007 (ns. Ruokakello)
and Web material
Food Processing and Biotechnology:
Kauppinen, A., Nummi, J. & Savola, T. 2012. Tekniikan viestintä. Edita.
Juholin, E. 2013. Communicare: kasva viestinnän ammattilaiseksi. MIF.
and Web material
Agriculture:
Kortetjärvi-Nurmi, S. & Murtola, K. 2015. Areena. Yritysviestinnän käsikirja. Edita.
Juholin, E. 2013. Communicare: kasva viestinnän ammattilaiseksi. MIF.
and Web material
Teaching methods
Team learning
Student workload
54 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can not take the objective, receiver or situation into consideration sufficiently. The structure of the text is illogical and the argumentation is one-sided. Illustration is inadequate. The student can evaluate his communication only from his point of view.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can take only partly into consideration the objective, situation and receiver. He can maintain the interaction. The structure of the text is mainly clear and consistent and the argumentation is versatile and credible. The illustration is appropriate. The student can in some part evaluate his communication realistically. He identifies the culturally bound character of the communication to some extent.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can take the objective, situation and receiver into consideration skilfully and credibly. He can act responsibly and according to the agreed ways of action. The structure of the text follows the structure which is characteristic of the text species. The text is logical and the argumentation is versatile and convincing. The illustration is appropriate and efficient. The student can estimate his communication realistically. He can identify the culturally bound character of the communication.
Assessment methods and criteria
Self- and peer-evaluation, teacher evaluation
Completion of written and oral tasks
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can not take the objective, receiver or situation into consideration sufficiently. The structure of the text is illogical and the argumentation is one-sided. Illustration is inadequate. The student can evaluate his communication only from his point of view.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can take only partly into consideration the objective, situation and receiver. He can maintain the interaction. The structure of the text is mainly clear and consistent and the argumentation is versatile and credible. The illustration is appropriate. The student can in some part evaluate his communication realistically. He identifies the culturally bound character of the communication to some extent.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
The student can take the objective, situation and receiver into consideration skilfully and credibly. He can act responsibly and according to the agreed ways of action. The structure of the text follows the structure which is characteristic of the text species. The text is logical and the argumentation is versatile and convincing. The illustration is appropriate and efficient. The student can estimate his communication realistically. He can identify the culturally bound character of the communication.
Qualifications
Communication Skills
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 02.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 23.02.2025
Credits
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Ulla-Maaria Paukkunen
Student groups
-
BIELI23Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology, Full-time studies
Objective
After the course, the student is able to interact appropriately and draw up the most ordinary texts needed in the working life. He is acquainted with the conventions of the academic text, which are needed in the thesis, and is able to apply them in his own text. He can express himself coherently, convincingly and clearly.
Content
- basics of business communication
- essential texts within the field, business letters, informing
- basics of academic writing
Materials
Food Processing and Biotechnology:
Kauppinen, A., Nummi, J. & Savola, T. 2012. Tekniikan viestintä. Edita.
Juholin, E. 2022. Communicare: kasva viestinnän ammattilaiseksi. MIF.
and Web material
Teaching methods
- contact lessons, written and spoken assignments, independent study, distance learning only if needed
Exam schedules
Time of the exams will be announced during the course.
Student workload
54h, incl. lectures 18h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can not take the objective, receiver or situation into consideration sufficiently. The structure of the text is illogical and the argumentation is one-sided. Illustration is inadequate. The student can evaluate his communication only from his point of view.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can take only partly into consideration the objective, situation and receiver. He can maintain the interaction. The structure of the text is mainly clear and consistent and the argumentation is versatile and credible. The illustration is appropriate. The student can in some part evaluate his communication realistically. He identifies the culturally bound character of the communication to some extent.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can take the objective, situation and receiver into consideration skilfully and credibly. He can act responsibly and according to the agreed ways of action. The structure of the text follows the structure which is characteristic of the text species. The text is logical and the argumentation is versatile and convincing. The illustration is appropriate and efficient. The student can estimate his communication realistically. He can identify the culturally bound character of the communication.
Assessment methods and criteria
- written and spoken assingments
- self-assessment and peer review
Qualifications
Communication Skills
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 19.02.2025
Timing
03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
2 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Ulla-Maaria Paukkunen
Student groups
-
MBIELI24Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology, Part-time studies
Objective
After the course, the student is able to interact appropriately and draw up the most ordinary texts needed in the working life. He is acquainted with the conventions of the academic text, which are needed in the thesis, and is able to apply them in his own text. He can express himself coherently, convincingly and clearly.
Content
- basics of business communication
- essential texts within the field, business letters, informing
- basics of academic writing
Materials
Food and Hospitality:
Kortetjärvi-Nurmi, S. & Murtola, K. 2015. Areena. Yritysviestinnän käsikirja. Edita.
Juholin, E. 2013. Communicare: kasva viestinnän ammattilaiseksi. MIF.
Kielikello 4/1997 ja 1/2007 (ns. Ruokakello)
and Web material
Food Processing and Biotechnology:
Kauppinen, A., Nummi, J. & Savola, T. 2012. Tekniikan viestintä. Edita.
Juholin, E. 2013. Communicare: kasva viestinnän ammattilaiseksi. MIF.
and Web material
Agriculture:
Kortetjärvi-Nurmi, S. & Murtola, K. 2015. Areena. Yritysviestinnän käsikirja. Edita.
Juholin, E. 2013. Communicare: kasva viestinnän ammattilaiseksi. MIF.
and Web material
Teaching methods
distance learning, written and spoken assignments, independent study
Exam schedules
Time of the exams will be announced during the course.
Student workload
54 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can not take the objective, receiver or situation into consideration sufficiently. The structure of the text is illogical and the argumentation is one-sided. Illustration is inadequate. The student can evaluate his communication only from his point of view.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can take only partly into consideration the objective, situation and receiver. He can maintain the interaction. The structure of the text is mainly clear and consistent and the argumentation is versatile and credible. The illustration is appropriate. The student can in some part evaluate his communication realistically. He identifies the culturally bound character of the communication to some extent.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can take the objective, situation and receiver into consideration skilfully and credibly. He can act responsibly and according to the agreed ways of action. The structure of the text follows the structure which is characteristic of the text species. The text is logical and the argumentation is versatile and convincing. The illustration is appropriate and efficient. The student can estimate his communication realistically. He can identify the culturally bound character of the communication.
Assessment methods and criteria
written and spoken assingments
self-assessment and peer review
exams
Qualifications
Communication Skills
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 13.04.2025
Timing
22.04.2025 - 23.05.2025
Credits
2 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Nina Sillvan
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
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AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
After completing the course, the student
• Knows circular economy business models: product as a service, renewability, sharing platforms, product life cycle extension, resource efficiency & recycling
• Can use expertise in the development of companies or other organizations in the field
• Identifies the financial opportunities and limitations in working life related to circular economy business models
• Can name examples of companies utilizing circular economy business models and can develop business ideas based on circular economy business models
Content
Introduction, goals and practices of the course, reflection task
Circular economy business models: product as a service, renewability, sharing platforms
Circular economy business models: product life cycle extension, resource efficiency & recycling
Business visit
Developing your own business idea based on circular economy business models
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows basic structure and business models of circular economy. The student can make a business plan and name subjects infuencing in circular business.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student knows basic structure and business models of circular economy. The student can make a business plan and name subjects infuencing in circular business. The student can describe circumstances and justify chosen modes of circular economy operations.The student can evaluate profitability of different business models.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student knows basic structure and business models of circular economy. The student can make a business plan and name subjects affecting in circular economy business. The student can describe circumstances and justify chosen modes of circular economy operations.The student can evaluate profitability and desciribe different business models in circular economy. The student can produce and analyze developing plans.
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 31.12.2024
Timing
13.01.2025 - 21.02.2025
Credits
2 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Risto Lauhanen
- Kari Laasasenaho
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
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AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
: After the course, the student can…
• Recognise the factors which are affecting to carbon cycle (e.g. photosynthesis and atmospheric carbon)
• Recognise the limits of carbon cycle and carbon sinks especially in food chain
• Understand the basics of calculating carbon footprint
• Understand the impacts of climate change in food chain and can list actions which help food chain to adapt for global warming
• Understand international climate agreements and goals and also identify the impacts of European union agriculture politics in developing food chain
Content
Introduction, course objectives and practices, climate change, assignments
Photosynthesis and atmospheric carbon (the role of biomasses, carbon cycle, emission sources)
Emissions from food chain, carbon footprint, carbon fixation and sinks (agriculture as a global emission source)
Supporting low-carbon production on farms (the role of peatlands, renewable energy, new production methods, cropping systems)
Future research questions and carbon capture and storage (carbon compensations, carbon trade, agriculture regulations, international agreements)
Teaching methods
distance learning
Student workload
54 hours for student
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows the basics of the carbon cycle and lists the most important concepts related to the carbon cycle. The student defines the main points of the carbon cycle of the food chain. He is able to calculate carbon footprint related bills. The student names the factors affecting the carbon cycle and lists their effects on the environment. The student is able to describe the basic principles of climate change and photosynthesis. He / she can identify the most important changes in the transition to low carbon production in an individual company.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student describes the natural foundations of the carbon cycle and explains the phenomena related to the carbon cycle. The student summarizes the low carbon technologies and explains the factors affecting them. The student will be able to describe the circumstances and justify the use of certain practices to increase low carbon. The student assesses the profitability of low-carbon measures and is able to list measures. The student is able to explain carbon cycle, climate change and carbon sequestration and apply his / her knowledge to the circumstances of an individual company.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student explains the scientific phenomena on which the carbon cycle is based and interprets, calculates and comments on the related scientific problems and concepts. The student explains low carbon technology and analyzes the factors affecting it. Students will be able to describe low carbon plans for companies, compare different options and justify their choices and development proposals. The student compares the profitability factors of low carbon production and is able to analyze the development ideas aimed at it.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Open University of Applied Sciences
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Sari Rimpelä
Student groups
-
AGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
Upon completion of the course, students will
- Be familiar with nutrient circulation and knows the importance of elements in food chain.
- Be able to name and write elements and compounds, their chemical formulas and basic reaction equations in food chain.
- Be familiar with importance of chemical safetyness of raw material
- Be able to interpret and to apply chemical theory of food chain chemistry in practice and in professional context.
- Be able to familiarize and use professional literature
- Be able to solve applied problems
Content
The course deals with
- Circulation of nutrients in food chain
- Main nutrients (proteins, carbonhydrates, fats) chemical composition, formula and behaviour in food chain
- Chemistry of the most significant minerals and micronutrients in food chain
- The basic concepts of water chemistry
- pH, acidity and basicity , significance in food chain
- Applied problems
Materials
Tekniikan kemia 2018: Hänninen, Karppinen, Leskelä & Pohjakallio. EDITA.
Material shared by a teacher in Moodle.
Teaching methods
Lectures and exercises
Student workload
3 x 27 h student work, of which 28 h lectures and exercises,
53 h independent study.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows and understands to a basic concepts and methods of chemistry in food chain , and is able to apply them to usual problems.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student is familiar with the concepts and methods of chemistry in food chain, and is able to apply them to different types of problems. The student is able to combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student is familiar with the concepts and methods of chemistry in food chain, and is able to apply them to a variety of different problems. The student has demonstrated creativity and innovation, and is able to find new meanings when applying what they have learned.
Assessment methods and criteria
The course is evaluated by two Moodletent
Qualifications
No previous studies are required.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Open University of Applied Sciences
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Sari Rimpelä
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
Upon completion of the course, students will
- Be familiar with nutrient circulation and knows the importance of elements in food chain.
- Be able to name and write elements and compounds, their chemical formulas and basic reaction equations in food chain.
- Be familiar with importance of chemical safetyness of raw material
- Be able to interpret and to apply chemical theory of food chain chemistry in practice and in professional context.
- Be able to familiarize and use professional literature
- Be able to solve applied problems
Content
The course deals with
- Circulation of nutrients in food chain
- Main nutrients (proteins, carbonhydrates, fats) chemical composition, formula and behaviour in food chain
- Chemistry of the most significant minerals and micronutrients in food chain
- The basic concepts of water chemistry
- pH, acidity and basicity , significance in food chain
- Applied problems
Materials
Tekniikan kemia 2018: Hänninen, Karppinen, Leskelä & Pohjakallio. EDITA.
Material shared by a teacher in Moodle.
Teaching methods
Lectures and exercises in Teams
Student workload
3 x 27 h student work, of which 18 h Teams-lectures and exercises,
Rest of it independent study.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows and understands to a basic concepts and methods of chemistry in food chain , and is able to apply them to usual problems.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student is familiar with the concepts and methods of chemistry in food chain, and is able to apply them to different types of problems. The student is able to combine the accumulated knowledge and skills with previous experiences in the subject.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student is familiar with the concepts and methods of chemistry in food chain, and is able to apply them to a variety of different problems. The student has demonstrated creativity and innovation, and is able to find new meanings when applying what they have learned.
Assessment methods and criteria
The course is evaluated by two Moodletent
Qualifications
No previous studies are required.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 23.02.2025
Credits
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Anna Vierula
Student groups
-
KONE24ABachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Objective
The student can
- act adequately in different public presentation and group communication situations
- act in interactive situations in digital environments, too
- analyse and assess communication skills as part of professional growth
- produce formal style text and apply SeAMK’s Instructions for Written Work
Content
- Communication style analysis
- Public presentation skills and interaction
- Group communication skills (e.g., meetings and negotiations, incl. online)
- Principles of a digital environment and interaction
- Production of formal style texts
- SeAMK’s Instructions for Written Work
Materials
- Material provided by the teacher
- Juholin, E. (2022). Communicare! Ota viestinnän ilmiöt ja strategiat haltuun (8. uud. p.). Infor / Management Institute of Finland MIF.
- SeAMK's Instructions for Written Work https://seamk.libguides.com/KirjallistenToidenOhje
- Kielitoimiston ohjepankki (Kotus) http://www.kielitoimistonohjepankki.fi/
- Kielijelppi http://www.kielijelppi.fi/
- Opintokeskus Sivis https://www.kokouskaytannot.fi/
Teaching methods
Contact lessons
Independent study: data acquisition and exercises
Written and spoken individual and group assignments
Online exams
Completion alternatives
Demonstrations of competencies
Student workload
108 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can communicate in a sender-focused manner: they cannot pay sufficient attention to the goal, receiver, or situation. Text structure is incoherent and illogical, and argumentation is biased and scarce. Illustration is limited and irrelevant. The student can only assess their communication from the perspective of the sender of the message. They recognise the principles of digital communication only partially.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
In their communication, the student can only partially pay attention to the goal, situation, and the receiver of the message. Can maintain interaction in communication. Recognises to some extent the cultural-specific character of communication. Can take the principles of digital communication into account. Text structure is mainly clear and consistent, and argumentation is varied and trustworthy. Illustration is adequate. The student can assess their communication to some extent and partly in a realistic way.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
In their communication, the student can pay attention to the goal, situation, and the receiver of the message in a commendable and convincing manner, they can act responsibly and according to the agreed principles. Interaction in communication is very skilful. Can recognise the cultural-specific character of communication. Masters the policies of digital communication and can apply them. Text structure is typical of the genre, text is logical, clear, coherent, and argumentation is varied, unbiased, and convincing. consistent, and argumentation is varied and trustworthy. Illustration is adequate, efficient, and thought-out. The student can assess their own communication in a varied and realistic way from the perspective of the goal, purpose, receiver, and their own professional field.
Assessment methods and criteria
Written and spoken assignments
Online exams
Active participation in the assignments and submitting the assignments on time
Self assessment
Peer assessment
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 23.02.2025
Credits
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Anna Vierula
Student groups
-
KONE24BBachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Objective
The student can
- act adequately in different public presentation and group communication situations
- act in interactive situations in digital environments, too
- analyse and assess communication skills as part of professional growth
- produce formal style text and apply SeAMK’s Instructions for Written Work
Content
- Communication style analysis
- Public presentation skills and interaction
- Group communication skills (e.g., meetings and negotiations, incl. online)
- Principles of a digital environment and interaction
- Production of formal style texts
- SeAMK’s Instructions for Written Work
Materials
- Material provided by the teacher
- Juholin, E. (2022). Communicare! Ota viestinnän ilmiöt ja strategiat haltuun (8. uud. p.). Infor / Management Institute of Finland MIF.
- SeAMK's Instructions for Written Work https://seamk.libguides.com/KirjallistenToidenOhje
- Kielitoimiston ohjepankki (Kotus) http://www.kielitoimistonohjepankki.fi/
- Kielijelppi http://www.kielijelppi.fi/
- Opintokeskus Sivis https://www.kokouskaytannot.fi/
Teaching methods
Contact lessons
Independent study: data acquisition and exercises
Written and spoken individual and group assignments
Online exams
Completion alternatives
Demonstrations of competencies
Student workload
108 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can communicate in a sender-focused manner: they cannot pay sufficient attention to the goal, receiver, or situation. Text structure is incoherent and illogical, and argumentation is biased and scarce. Illustration is limited and irrelevant. The student can only assess their communication from the perspective of the sender of the message. They recognise the principles of digital communication only partially.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
In their communication, the student can only partially pay attention to the goal, situation, and the receiver of the message. Can maintain interaction in communication. Recognises to some extent the cultural-specific character of communication. Can take the principles of digital communication into account. Text structure is mainly clear and consistent, and argumentation is varied and trustworthy. Illustration is adequate. The student can assess their communication to some extent and partly in a realistic way.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
In their communication, the student can pay attention to the goal, situation, and the receiver of the message in a commendable and convincing manner, they can act responsibly and according to the agreed principles. Interaction in communication is very skilful. Can recognise the cultural-specific character of communication. Masters the policies of digital communication and can apply them. Text structure is typical of the genre, text is logical, clear, coherent, and argumentation is varied, unbiased, and convincing. consistent, and argumentation is varied and trustworthy. Illustration is adequate, efficient, and thought-out. The student can assess their own communication in a varied and realistic way from the perspective of the goal, purpose, receiver, and their own professional field.
Assessment methods and criteria
Written and spoken assignments
Online exams
Active participation in the assignments and submitting the assignments on time
Self assessment
Peer assessment
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
21.10.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Ulla-Maaria Paukkunen
Student groups
-
AGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student can
- act adequately in different public presentation and group communication situations
- act in interactive situations in digital environments, too
- analyse and assess communication skills as part of professional growth
- produce formal style text and apply SeAMK’s Instructions for Written Work
Content
- Communication style analysis
- Public presentation skills and interaction
- Group communication skills (e.g., meetings and negotiations, incl. online)
- Principles of a digital environment and interaction
- Production of formal style texts
- SeAMK’s Instructions for Written Work
Materials
Juholin, E. (2022). Communicare! Ota viestinnän ilmiöt ja strategiat haltuun (8. uud. p.). Infor / Management Institute of Finland MIF.; Kielitoimiston ohjepankki (Kotus) http://www.kielitoimistonohjepankki.fi/; Opintokeskus Sivis https://www.kokouskaytannot.fi/; SeAMKin kirjallisten töiden ohje https://seamk.libguides.com/KirjallistenToidenOhje
Teaching methods
Team learning
Student workload
108 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can communicate in a sender-focused manner: they cannot pay sufficient attention to the goal, receiver, or situation. Text structure is incoherent and illogical, and argumentation is biased and scarce. Illustration is limited and irrelevant. The student can only assess their communication from the perspective of the sender of the message. They recognise the principles of digital communication only partially.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
In their communication, the student can only partially pay attention to the goal, situation, and the receiver of the message. Can maintain interaction in communication. Recognises to some extent the cultural-specific character of communication. Can take the principles of digital communication into account. Text structure is mainly clear and consistent, and argumentation is varied and trustworthy. Illustration is adequate. The student can assess their communication to some extent and partly in a realistic way.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
In their communication, the student can pay attention to the goal, situation, and the receiver of the message in a commendable and convincing manner, they can act responsibly and according to the agreed principles. Interaction in communication is very skilful. Can recognise the cultural-specific character of communication. Masters the policies of digital communication and can apply them. Text structure is typical of the genre, text is logical, clear, coherent, and argumentation is varied, unbiased, and convincing. consistent, and argumentation is varied and trustworthy. Illustration is adequate, efficient, and thought-out. The student can assess their own communication in a varied and realistic way from the perspective of the goal, purpose, receiver, and their own professional field.
Assessment methods and criteria
Self and peer aevaluation, teacher's evaluation
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can communicate in a sender-focused manner: they cannot pay sufficient attention to the goal, receiver, or situation. Text structure is incoherent and illogical, and argumentation is biased and scarce. Illustration is limited and irrelevant. The student can only assess their communication from the perspective of the sender of the message. They recognise the principles of digital communication only partially.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
In their communication, the student can only partially pay attention to the goal, situation, and the receiver of the message. Can maintain interaction in communication. Recognises to some extent the cultural-specific character of communication. Can take the principles of digital communication into account. Text structure is mainly clear and consistent, and argumentation is varied and trustworthy. Illustration is adequate. The student can assess their communication to some extent and partly in a realistic way.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
In their communication, the student can pay attention to the goal, situation, and the receiver of the message in a commendable and convincing manner, they can act responsibly and according to the agreed principles. Interaction in communication is very skilful. Can recognise the cultural-specific character of communication. Masters the policies of digital communication and can apply them. Text structure is typical of the genre, text is logical, clear, coherent, and argumentation is varied, unbiased, and convincing. consistent, and argumentation is varied and trustworthy. Illustration is adequate, efficient, and thought-out. The student can assess their own communication in a varied and realistic way from the perspective of the goal, purpose, receiver, and their own professional field.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Helena Myllymäki
Student groups
-
MAGRO25Bachelor of Natural Resources
Objective
The student can
- act adequately in different public presentation and group communication situations
- act in interactive situations in digital environments, too
- analyse and assess communication skills as part of professional growth
- produce formal style text and apply SeAMK’s Instructions for Written Work
Content
- Communication style analysis
- Public presentation skills and interaction
- Group communication skills (e.g., meetings and negotiations, incl. online)
- Principles of a digital environment and interaction
- Production of formal style texts
- SeAMK’s Instructions for Written Work
Materials
Juholin, E. (2022). Communicare! Ota viestinnän ilmiöt ja strategiat haltuun (8. uud. p.). Infor / Management Institute of Finland MIF.; Kielitoimiston ohjepankki (Kotus) http://www.kielitoimistonohjepankki.fi/; Opintokeskus Sivis https://www.kokouskaytannot.fi/; SeAMKin kirjallisten töiden ohje https://seamk.libguides.com/KirjallistenToidenOhje
Teaching methods
Team learning
Student workload
108 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can communicate in a sender-focused manner: they cannot pay sufficient attention to the goal, receiver, or situation. Text structure is incoherent and illogical, and argumentation is biased and scarce. Illustration is limited and irrelevant. The student can only assess their communication from the perspective of the sender of the message. They recognise the principles of digital communication only partially.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
In their communication, the student can only partially pay attention to the goal, situation, and the receiver of the message. Can maintain interaction in communication. Recognises to some extent the cultural-specific character of communication. Can take the principles of digital communication into account. Text structure is mainly clear and consistent, and argumentation is varied and trustworthy. Illustration is adequate. The student can assess their communication to some extent and partly in a realistic way.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
In their communication, the student can pay attention to the goal, situation, and the receiver of the message in a commendable and convincing manner, they can act responsibly and according to the agreed principles. Interaction in communication is very skilful. Can recognise the cultural-specific character of communication. Masters the policies of digital communication and can apply them. Text structure is typical of the genre, text is logical, clear, coherent, and argumentation is varied, unbiased, and convincing. consistent, and argumentation is varied and trustworthy. Illustration is adequate, efficient, and thought-out. The student can assess their own communication in a varied and realistic way from the perspective of the goal, purpose, receiver, and their own professional field.
Assessment methods and criteria
Self and peer aevaluation, teacher's evaluation
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Communication is sender orientated; student is not able to take the objective, recipient or the situation into account sufficiently. The structure of the academic texts is disconnected and illogical. Argumentation is biased and scant. The student is not able to illustrate required parts of the texts sufficiently. Student is able to assess communication only from the viewpoint of the sender of the message.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Student is able to take the objective, recipient and the situation into account in most parts. Student is able to uphold interaction and is able to recognize some cultural aspects of communication. The structure of the academic texts is mainly consistent and coherent. Argumentation is versatile and convincing. Student is able to illustrate required parts of the texts sufficiently. Student is able to assess his/her communication skills for the most part.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Student is very good at taking the objective, recipient and the situation into account. Student is able to perform in accordance with the agreed upon method. Interaction in communication situations is very skilled. The student recognizes the cultural aspects of communication. The structure of the academic texts complies with the given instructions, and is logical and cohesive. Argumentation is versatile and convincing and takes different viewpoints into account. The student is able to illustrate required parts of the texts effectively and in a considered way. Student is able to assess his/her communication skills with regard to professional field.
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
10 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
1 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Anna Tall
- Marjo Latva-Kyyny
- Jori Lahti
- Jari Luokkakallio
- Arja Nykänen
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 50. Open UAS: 50.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
The studies increase students' skills developing plant production plans for a farm. The student can explain the factors of plant production planning and developing. Student can analyze the present situation and the problems related to that, as well as map the possibilities of development. Based on this, the student can create development plan including economic calculations as well as indicators and methods of evaluation. Student can make the plant production plan by using a planning tool programme. Student can plan a crop rotation which increases the soil quality and in which the fertilization and plant protection are done by considering environmental and sustainability factors.
The student is also able to plan machinery systems for cereal/grass production. The student can make nutrient balance calculations. The student can also utilize research outcomes.
Content
Purchase of farm-specific basic material.
Economical calculations
Crop rotation, carbon farming and regenerative farming
Plant protection plan and pest control methods.
Nutrient balances, their analysis and development.
Farm development plan including bookkeeping
Designing of technology solutions
Crop Production Planning Program and its use
Materials
Electronically available Finnish, Swedish and English material, which is pointed out in Moodle
Teaching methods
Contact teaching, oral presentations, group guidance and group work.
Exam schedules
No exams
Student workload
Total work load 270 h, of which scheduled studies 50 h, guidance in groups 50 and group work 170 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can make plant protection plans and cultivation and production plans with economic calculations, if he is guided. The student will find means which can be used to improve the nutrient balance and crop production of the farm.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can make a cultivation plan, and crop protection plan with economic calculations and calculate the field balance sheets of the farm. The student explains how different factors affect the balance sheets of the state and to the making of the cultivation plan. The student analyses and interprets the cultivation of the farm and the factors which affect it.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can make a cultivation plan, crop protection plan with economic calculations and calculate the field balance sheets of the farm. The student thinks and justifies factors which affect the balance sheets and cultivation plan. The student analyses the cultivation of the farm and presents the concrete developing measures of the farm
Assessment methods and criteria
Development plan (1-5), plant protection, profit margin calculatios and wisu plans (accepted)
Qualifications
Basics of professional studies
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 13.12.2024
Timing
04.11.2024 - 27.04.2025
Credits
4 - 10
Virtual proportion (cr)
8 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Jori Lahti
- Teija Rönkä
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
MAGRO21
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
-
AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The students are able to gather information, evaluate, plan and develop operations of a dairy cow unit taking into account animal productivity, health and welfare as well as effective use of resources and sustainibility. The students are able to take part in professional discussions of dairy production.
Content
Current topics in production and nutrition of dairy cows and replacement animals in finnish and international sources, digital solutions used to gather information and other technology used in production, indicators describing the production with most attention in the indicators of yield and production along with efficiency in use of feed and nutrients, producer prices and principal production costs, principles of planning breeding in dairy production, current topics in health care, important subjects relating to planning of preventive health care, environmental effects of production, prevention of common production diseases.
Materials
Material assigned by teacher.
Teaching methods
Lectures, web-based or recorded
Assignments; it is obligatory to take part to presentations of some assingments (agreed in the beginning of the course)
Demonstrations (obligatory)
Study trips (obligatory)
Completion alternatives
The course can also be connected with the student’s work tasks and assingments if the student is in a workplace where the work assignments have similar contents. The matter is agreed in more detail with the teacher at the beginning of the course.
Student workload
Totally 270 h.
Further information
Grassland production and use as forage is recommended before this course.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The students can act in a dairy unit at daily activities and gather basic information needed for production and heath care. They can produce feeding plans for different groups of animals when advised. They can describe elements of producer price and list ways of reducing production costs. They can describe and compare technological solutions.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The students can manage and plan the production from a longer perspective. They can plan the feeding of different groups of animals. They are able to evaluate and explain possibilities health care and aspects of producing replacement animals. They can recognize the effects of feeding, care and housing conditions on performance, health, environment and production costs. They can justifiably compare and choose solutions for feeding and technology.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The students can take into account and apply detailed facts of nutrition and production biology when planning feeding and production. They are able to search and apply information and give reasons for decisions independently. They can form a broad multidisciplinary view combining animal welfare and productivity, technology and effective use of resources.
Assessment methods and criteria
Approved assingments
Exam
Qualifications
Common professional studies in animal husbandry or other comparable knowledge and skills.
Further information
The student can complete 4, 7 or 10 credits according to their choice.
Common to all 4 ECTS Basics of course content and milk production as a field.
Extension package 3 credits: Udder and hoof health with an emphasis on preventive health care, in-depth information on milking.
Extension package 3 ECTS: Planning and implementation of feeding (incl. technical choices and dimensioning) in different production stages and for different groups of animals, connection of feed choices and feeding implementation to nutritional and metabolic diseases.
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 31.12.2024
Timing
03.03.2025 - 30.04.2025
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Samu Palander
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
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AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
The students deepen their competences in biology, nutrition and metabolism of farm animals. They are able to apply this information to improve production, health and welfare.
Content
Nutritional chemistry, nutritional physiology and microbiology, secondary metabolism and precursors of animal products, ethological theories and examples in farm animals, immunology and maintaining of health
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The students can recognize and define biological concepts and are able to give examples on significance and applications of these, regarding animal feeding, production and welfare
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The students can explain the significance of these concepts and are able to describe applications of the theory for practical situations. They can compare biological characteristics of different animals.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The students can validate the significance of the bilogical phenomena in different animals. They are able to evaluate their competence as well as enlarge and deepen it by independent acquisition of information and applying the results for practical examples.
Qualifications
Common studies on animal husbundry
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 31.12.2024
Timing
04.03.2025 - 30.04.2025
Credits
2 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Risto Lauhanen
- Kari Laasasenaho
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
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AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
After the course, the student can…
• Understand peat industry and cutaway dynamics of peat extraction areas
• Name the main after-use alternatives of cutaway peatlands
• Recognize factors affecting the after-use decision, such as hydrology, location, land ownership relations and residual peat thickness
• Identify key phenomena related to sustainability issues in peatlands
• Understand the basics for the development of the after-use business
• Assess the profitability of different forms of after-use and understand the importance of climate goals for the land use sector as part of decision-making
Content
Introduction, course objectives and practices, current situation and geographical distribution of peat extraction, just and green transition in peat industry.
Life cycle of peat extraction, environmental impacts, after-use alternatives
Economically viable after-use methods (eg. agriculture and forestry, energy, nature tourism)
Increasing and developing the sustainability of after-use methods
Development of economically viable after-use and business plans of cutaway peatlands
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows the themes that make up the profitable and sustainable use of cutaway pealands. He finds ways to promote productivity and sustainability. The student identifies the environmental and economic impacts of different forms of after-use.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student is able to explain the themes that make up the profitable and sustainability use of cutaway peatlands. He / she is able to describe the means by which the sustainable and profitable use of cutaway peatlands can be promoted and is able to plan appropriate practical measures on these lands. The student is able to justify the effects of the after-use of cutaway peatlands on economic production, and the environment.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student is able to interpret different themes of the after-use of cutaway peatlands. He / she is able to analyze the ways in which the sustainable and profitable use of cutaway peatlands can be promoted and is able to develop them in practice and design. The student is able to evaluate the effects of the after-use of cutaway peatlands from the point of the environment and the economy.
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
21.10.2024 - 09.02.2025
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Mari Heinonen
Student groups
-
AGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
Learning Outcomes (common, 3 cr)
The students can communicate in English both orally and in writing in working life situations. They are able to discuss field related topics in English. They are able to develop their expertise using English literature as well as other sources in English.
Students
can tell about themselves, their education and work experience
can write a cv and a job application and can handle job interviews
can write work relevant messages (e.g. e-mails and and manages spoken situations
can use polite phrases and handle small talk
Field specific learning outcomes (2 cr)
Students know the basic terminology and vocabulary within their special field. They can apply the above mentioned skills in spoken and written communication in different professional contexts and can search and obtain professional information from various sources and apply it in spoken and written communication
Content
Common contents (3 cr):
Telling about oneself and ones studies
Job application, cv, job interview
Presentation skills (e.g. company presentations)
Polite phrases and small talk
Basic terminology of the field, field specific texts
Field specific contents (2 cr)
Terminology of the field
Professions and duties
Service situations
Professional written messages
Field specific texts
Oral field related conversations and presentations
Materials
Moodle material
Web-based literature
Academic journals
Teaching methods
Independent study
Written an spoken assignments
Peer assessment
Student workload
81 hours
Further information
80% attendance of class or grade affected.
50% minimum
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students
can present themselves and their field of work if sufficient time is given for preparation
can write simple letters and field specific texts on familiar subjects with the help of, for example, a dictionary - the resulting text may have many mistakes but is understandable.
can cope with job application situations with the support of the interviewer.
can communicate verbally using simple phrases at a basic level on familiar topics with support and assistance
understand the basic ideas behind field specific texts.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students
can present themselves and their field of work
they can write letters and field specific texts with some mistakes but the text is easily understandable.
can cope with job application situations with some preparation and can act as an interviewer.
can communicate verbally without difficulty on familiar as well as field related topics.
understand the main points and most details of field specific texts without any help: mistakes or misunderstandings might occur.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students
can present themselves and their field of work spontaneously
can write letters and field specific texts on a variety of subjects - the resulting texts are clear and well-structured with hardly any mistakes.
can cope with job application situations effortlessly and can act as an interviewer
can communicate verbally on a variety of topics and can use polite phrases appropriately.
understand both the main points and details of field specific texts and can integrate and apply new information gained.
Assessment methods and criteria
Teacher based assessment of work produced
Peer review
Qualifications
The key structures and general vocabulary of the English language
Previous studies of the English language from the second level are required
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Mari Heinonen
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 20. Open UAS: 20.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
Learning Outcomes (common, 3 cr)
The students can communicate in English both orally and in writing in working life situations. They are able to discuss field related topics in English. They are able to develop their expertise using English literature as well as other sources in English.
Students
can tell about themselves, their education and work experience
can write a cv and a job application and can handle job interviews
can write work relevant messages (e.g. e-mails and and manages spoken situations
can use polite phrases and handle small talk
Field specific learning outcomes (2 cr)
Students know the basic terminology and vocabulary within their special field. They can apply the above mentioned skills in spoken and written communication in different professional contexts and can search and obtain professional information from various sources and apply it in spoken and written communication
Content
Common contents (3 cr):
Telling about oneself and ones studies
Job application, cv, job interview
Presentation skills (e.g. company presentations)
Polite phrases and small talk
Basic terminology of the field, field specific texts
Field specific contents (2 cr)
Terminology of the field
Professions and duties
Service situations
Professional written messages
Field specific texts
Oral field related conversations and presentations
Materials
Moodle-material
Teaching methods
Classes and independent virtual studies (Moodle), oral and written exercises
Exam schedules
Level test at the beginning of the course, oral and written tests
Completion alternatives
Identification of prior learning
Student workload
Ca 20 h-24h classes, other work load independent virtual studies (Moodle)
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students
can present themselves and their field of work if sufficient time is given for preparation
can write simple letters and field specific texts on familiar subjects with the help of, for example, a dictionary - the resulting text may have many mistakes but is understandable.
can cope with job application situations with the support of the interviewer.
can communicate verbally using simple phrases at a basic level on familiar topics with support and assistance
understand the basic ideas behind field specific texts.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students
can present themselves and their field of work
they can write letters and field specific texts with some mistakes but the text is easily understandable.
can cope with job application situations with some preparation and can act as an interviewer.
can communicate verbally without difficulty on familiar as well as field related topics.
understand the main points and most details of field specific texts without any help: mistakes or misunderstandings might occur.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students
can present themselves and their field of work spontaneously
can write letters and field specific texts on a variety of subjects - the resulting texts are clear and well-structured with hardly any mistakes.
can cope with job application situations effortlessly and can act as an interviewer
can communicate verbally on a variety of topics and can use polite phrases appropriately.
understand both the main points and details of field specific texts and can integrate and apply new information gained.
Assessment methods and criteria
Assessment based on active attendance, oral and written assignments, oral and written tests
Qualifications
The key structures and general vocabulary of the English language
Previous studies of the English language from the second level are required
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
03.03.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Marjo Latva-Kyyny
Student groups
-
AGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student
• is able to outline the entrepreneurial competences and to reflect on their own goals and strengths in relation to them
• recognizes human cognitive structures in themselves and in interaction with other people
• is able to describe and consider international, sustainable, social, cultural and economic value and to perceive their differences
• is able to analyze different value chains and networks
• is able to describe the importance of entrepreneurship for sustainability, society, international and national economy as well as to recognize different manifestations of entrepreneurship in everyday life
• is able to describe the preconditions for profitable business activity
• knows the stages of the establishment of a company
• knows the entrepreneurship opportunities at SeAMK
Content
Entrepreneurial competence, self-knowledge and self-efficacy, motivation, human systems of thought, uncertainty tolerance, and processing of disappointments
• Value creation, recognition of value chains and networks in different environments, value creation in different structures, such as companies and associations
• Basic concepts of entrepreneurship and business and earnings logic, economic literacy, risk management
• Stages of the establishment of business activities
• Business plan as a tool for structuring a business idea
• Business activities as part of society, entrepreneurship as part of life
• Deepening of the student’s entrepreneurial skills at SeAMK (SeAMK Yritystalli, SeAMKPro, SeiES, etc.)
Materials
To be provided by the lecturer.
Other supporting literature will be available from the SeAMK library
Further reading:
- Taivas ja helvetti 2.0
- Urheilijan taivas ja helvetti, paras versio itsestäsi
- Taivas ja helvetti - Riko rajasi
- Aki Hintsa: Voittamisen anatomia
- Holopainen Tuulikki (2022) Yrityksen perustamisopas: käytännön perustamistoimet. E-kirja
Teaching methods
Lecturing
Individual assignment
Teamwork
Employer connections
agricultural business companies
Completion alternatives
learning through your own business (no farm producing meat, grain or raw milk)
previous studies at university level
Student workload
81 hours
Content scheduling
Self-Knowledge and mePersistence Working life Change Megatrends Value Production Entrepreneurship and Society Business idea Business Model Canvas
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
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Assessment criteria, approved/failed
To pass the course, the student is required to actively participate in it and to pass all the assignments. In the assignments, the student shows they understand the creation of sustainable, social, international, cultural and economic value and reflects on their importance in business and society. The student demonstrates they know the basic concepts of business and are able to describe the preconditions for profitable business activity in rural areas and food sector. The student demonstrates they are able to reflect on their own relationship with entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial competence.
Assessment methods and criteria
The approved performance requires active participation and the approved performance of all tasks. In the assignments, the student shows that he understands the creation of social, cultural and economic value and considers their importance through business activities
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can
- take responsibility for their tasks (acts in an entrepreneur-like way)
- recognize their entrepreneurial competences and realize the importance of tolerance for ambiguity in their own actions
- recognize the customer’s key role in the planning of business activity
- recognize, in the business plan, their own competence and the customers and key partners of their company
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
In addition to the above things, the student
- can assess their own potential for acting as an entrepreneur
- can assess the chance of success of business operations and becoming an entrepreneur
- can recognize the partners and networks most important for their business
- is familiar with the knowledge base of business and the connection of responsibility with business
- knows the basics of business calculations
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
In addition to the above things, the student
- can assess the challenges and opportunities of entrepreneurship
- can analyse competitors’ importance for business
- analyse and assess their strategic choices and is aware of the social importance of business activities
- recognize, from the perspective of their business plan, the key risks, masters business calculations, and the pricing of their product or service
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 28.11.2024
Credits
10 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Matti Ryhänen
Student groups
-
AGRO22TABachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student understands the management of an agricultural enterprise as a holistic process that rests on the collection of knowledge, the acquisition and analysis of data, the choice of policy options and the implementation of those selected. The student embodies the importance of strategic thinking in the management of an agricultural enterprise, knows the principles of agricultural enterprise management and is able to utilize the results of analyzes and plans in management.
Content
Farm business, specific features of farm business, farmer tasks, operating environment, resource, scenario and synthesis analysis management, strategic and operational management, decision-making process and anticipation of future trends.
Comprehensive management includes strategic thinking and planning, defining strategy as a state of will, i.e. mission, strategy implementation, control, and, if necessary, strategy renewal and operational management.
Materials
Kay, Edwards & Duffy 2019. Farm Management. McGraw-Hill. Olson 2004. Farm Management: Principles and Strategies. Blackwell Publishing Company. Iowa State Press. Ryhänen & Laitila 2012. Yhteistyö ja resurssit maitotiloilla. Verkostomaisen yrittämisen lähtökohtia ja edellytyksiä. Seinäjoen ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisusarja B. Raportteja ja selvityksiä 59. p. 91-151. Ryhänen & Nissinen (eds.) 2011. Kilpailukykyä maidontuotantoon. Toimintaympäristön tarkastelu ja ennakointi. Seinäjoen ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisusarja A. Tutkimuksia 8. p. 35-42 ja 58-74. Ryhänen, M. & Närvä, M. (eds.) 2019. Kokonaisvaltaisella johtamisella kannattavuutta maidontuotantoon. Seinäjoen ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisusarja A. Tutkimuksia 31: 1-178. Ryhänen, M. & Närvä, M. (eds.) 2021. Maitotilayrityksen kokonaisvaltaisen johtamisen käsikirja (released in spring 2021). Ryhänen, M., Närvä, M., Sipiläinen, T. & Rajakorpi, J. 2021. Maitotilayrityksen kokonaisvaltaisen johtamisen työkirja (released in spring 2021). Ryhänen & Sipiläinen (eds.) 2018. Maatalousyrityksen johtaminen ja tuotannon suunnittelu.
Teaching methods
Lessons, team working, collaborative learning.
Employer connections
The management is developed in actual farm businesses. The students act in the active interaction with the farmers. The teacher supports the students in this work. The students draw up a written report to the farmers.
Student workload
134 hours
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Assessment: Passed / failed
The student masters basics of strategic farm management and decision making and is able to apply the knowledge in practice. He/she is able to utilize management tools and analyze the operational environment and development conditions of a farm enterprise.
Qualifications
Basics of agribusiness
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 09.10.2024
Timing
02.12.2024 - 27.04.2025
Credits
10 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Matti Ryhänen
Student groups
-
AGRO22TABachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student is familiar with the biological, technical and economic interests of agricultural production planning. He is capable of organizing agricultural business as a whole, with the best possible economic outcome. The student is able to prepare the farm's financial plans and is able to utilize them in the management of an agricultural enterprise. The student is able to perceive the significance of changes in the operating environment and how the changes affect the preparation of financial plans, risk management and the choices the farmer makes. As a result, the student will acquire the ability to develop high-quality financial plans.
Content
Students set goals with the teacher and farmer. He charts the resources of the farm, evaluates the values of the assets, looks at production opportunities, learns the use of design methods, prepares production and financial plans for the farm, determines the profitability and liquidity of production alternatives, and interprets the results. He is also familiar with the opportunities and constraints imposed by EU support policies and how they affect the design of economic plans and the farmer's choices.
Materials
Kay, Edwards & Duffy 2019. Farm Management. McGraw-Hill. Olson 2004. Farm Management: Principles and Strategies. Blackwell Publishing Company. Iowa State Press. Ryhänen & Laitila 2012. Yhteistyö ja resurssit maitotiloilla. Verkostomaisen yrittämisen lähtökohtia ja edellytyksiä. Seinäjoen ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisusarja B. Raportteja ja selvityksiä 59. p. 91-151. Ryhänen, M. & Närvä, M. (eds.) 2019. Kokonaisvaltaisella johtamisella kannattavuutta maidontuotantoon. Seinäjoen ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisusarja A. Tutkimuksia 31: 1-178. Ryhänen & Sipiläinen (eds.) 2018. Maatalousyrityksen johtaminen ja tuotannon suunnittelu.
Teaching methods
Lessons, team working, collaborative learning.
Employer connections
The whole-farm planning is made to actual farm firms. The students act in the active interaction with the farmers. The teacher supports the students in this work. The students draw up a written report to the farmers.
Student workload
About 120 hours of class working and about 150 hours of independent learning.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Assessment: Passed /failed
The student is able to modify his /her knowledge and plan so that he /she can manage production and economic operations optimally. He /she is able to reflect and asses his /her own actions and learning during the learning process.
Qualifications
Basics in agribusiness, Agricultural production economics, Management and decision making
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 07.03.2025
Timing
06.01.2025 - 31.07.2025
Credits
16 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- English
- roo.sv
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Jussi-Matti Kallio
- Anna Tall
Student groups
-
MAGRO25Bachelor of Natural Resources
Objective
The purpose of practical training is to provide student with the opportunity to acquire practical foundation for furthering their knowledge and skills needed to complete his/her UAS degree. Upon completion of the practical training, student will be competent in working on an ordinary family farm using effective, safe, and ecological and circular economy working methods. Student will also possess skills in planning and management.
The student may also work on a farm with foreign labor. In this case, the student learns to understand people from different cultural backgrounds and becomes internationalized and networked in Finland. In the international internship, the student learns the operation and culture of a foreign farm. The purpose of the practical training book and completion of calculations is to teach student about production and production control on a farm and to provide him/her with skills needed to plan production and finances.
The student recognizes the most important agricultural machinery and their purpose. The student knows how to use a tractor and front loader, work machines, trailer safely and has the ability to start agricultural training.
Content
Working at farm in Finland or abroad.
Materials
Applying theory teaching to practice.
Teaching methods
Farm training on farms.
Student workload
From 1.5 to 30.9 per year 720h + 80h = 800h or according to the student's personal curriculum.
realization.localizedApproveRejectDescription
50% of the agreed practice hours completed and any additional assignments passed.
Further information
If the internship notice has not been submitted to the internship supervisor about the internship in Finland no later than in week 4 of the current year, the internship opportunity will be postponed.
Tractor training passed.
Completing: by attending practical training in Ilmajoki Campus or by video shooting your personal skills or by recognition of brior learning
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved: student has done practical training and report is accepted
Fail: Practical training has not been done
Assessment methods and criteria
50% of the agreed practice hours completed and any additional assignments passed.
Qualifications
Skill to drive tractor, test passed.
Further information
Farm practice is totally 720 hours work at farm.
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 19.02.2025
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025
Credits
16 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- English
- roo.sv
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Jussi-Matti Kallio
- Anna Tall
Student groups
-
AGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The purpose of practical training is to provide student with the opportunity to acquire practical foundation for furthering their knowledge and skills needed to complete his/her UAS degree. Upon completion of the practical training, student will be competent in working on an ordinary family farm using effective, safe, and ecological and circular economy working methods. Student will also possess skills in planning and management.
The student may also work on a farm with foreign labor. In this case, the student learns to understand people from different cultural backgrounds and becomes internationalized and networked in Finland. In the international internship, the student learns the operation and culture of a foreign farm. The purpose of the practical training book and completion of calculations is to teach student about production and production control on a farm and to provide him/her with skills needed to plan production and finances.
The student recognizes the most important agricultural machinery and their purpose. The student knows how to use a tractor and front loader, work machines, trailer safely and has the ability to start agricultural training.
Content
Working at farm in Finland or abroad.
Materials
A report compiled with information from farm companies.
Teaching methods
Farm training on farms.
Student workload
From 1.5 to 30.9 per year 720h + 80h = 800h or according to the student's personal curriculum.
realization.localizedApproveRejectDescription
50% of the agreed practice hours completed and any additional assignments passed.
Marking of hours and return of assignments by the end of July.
Further information
If the internship notice has not been submitted to the internship supervisor about the internship in Finland no later than in week 4 of the current year, the internship opportunity will be postponed.
Tractor training passed.
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved: student has done practical training and report is accepted
Fail: Practical training has not been done
Assessment methods and criteria
50% of the agreed practice hours completed and any additional assignments passed.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Tasks have not been restored.
Qualifications
Skill to drive tractor, test passed.
Further information
Farm practice is totally 720 hours work at farm.
Enrollment
29.04.2024 - 30.11.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 27.04.2025
Credits
14 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- English
- roo.sv
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Jussi-Matti Kallio
Student groups
-
MAGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources
Objective
The purpose of practical training is to provide student with the opportunity to acquire practical foundation for furthering his/her knowledge and skills needed to complete their UAS degree. Upon completion of the practical training, student will be competent in working on an ordinary family farm using effective, safe, and ecological and circular economy methods. Student will also possesses skills in planning and management. The purpose of the practical training book and completion of calculations is to teach student about production and production control on a farm and to provide her/him with skills needed to plan production and finances.
Content
Working at farm in Finland or abroad, study reports
Materials
Applying theory teaching to practice.
Teaching methods
Farm practice in SeAMK contract farms.
Completion alternatives
Previous working experience and ownership of own farm.
Student workload
In every year 1.5 - 30.9 students goes to farm practice, 720h + 80h = 800h or with personal curriculum.
realization.localizedApproveRejectDescription
Approved: Student has reported practical training.
Fail: Student has not done raport in all parts.
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved: Student has reported practical training and reflected his/her knowhow in raport.
Fail: Student has not done raport in all parts
Assessment methods and criteria
Farm give employment certificate + parctice supervisor check personal raport.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
6 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Anu Latva-Reinikka
- Anna Tall
- Merja Kyntäjä
- Jari Luokkakallio
Responsible person
Anna Tall
Scheduling groups
- Pienryhmä 1 (Size: 13. Open UAS: 0.)
- Pienryhmä 2 (Size: 13. Open UAS: 0.)
- Pienryhmä 3 (Size: 13. Open UAS: 0.)
Student groups
-
AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- Small group 1
- Small group 2
- Small group 3
Objective
The student knows the cultivation technique of the most important arable crops and is aware of the main stages of the development of them. The student knows the factors affecting the quality and quantity of the crop. The student is able to make the most important quality analyzes and know the importance of different quality factors. The student knows how to prepare a cultivation plan.
Content
Basics of crop yield and grain development of arable crops; cultivation techniques of most common cereals, pulses, oil seeds and grassland; the most important grain quality analyses; Compilation of a cultivation plan on a computer
Materials
http://www.vyr.fi/fin/in-english
Jones, J. Benton. 2003. Agronomic handbook : management of crops, soils and their fertility
Teaching methods
Lectures (30%), exercises ( 25 % ), approved assignment (20 %), approved exam (25 %).
Student workload
Totally 162 h, lectures 70 h, practise sessions 18 h, autonomous studies 40 h, exam 34 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows the development stages of the main arable crops, as well as cultivation techniques of cereals, pulses, oil seeds and grasslands and crop quality and quantity factors. He knows the principles of cultivation plan and the most important quality analyzes.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Student is able to compare the main arable crops in the developing stages, cultivation techniques of cereals, pulses, oil seeds and grasslands and crop quality and quantity factors. He can make the cultivation plan and the most important quality analyzes.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student is able to evaluate the major arable crop development stages and cultivation techniques of cereals, pulses, oil seeds and grasslands and how they affect crop quality and quantity. He is able to make the cultivation plan independently, as well as plan for the most important quality analyzes.
Assessment methods and criteria
Active participation in lectures
- Active participation in practice sessions
- Approved assignments
- Exam
Qualifications
It is recommended to study the following courses first: soil and water management, plant growth or to have knowledge of those contents
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
13.01.2025 - 17.01.2025
Credits
6 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Anu Latva-Reinikka
- Anna Tall
- Merja Kyntäjä
- Jari Luokkakallio
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
- Pienryhmä 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- Pienryhmä 2 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Student groups
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MAGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
- Small group 1
- Small group 2
Objective
The student knows the cultivation technique of the most important arable crops and is aware of the main stages of the development of them. The student knows the factors affecting the quality and quantity of the crop. The student is able to make the most important quality analyzes and know the importance of different quality factors. The student knows how to prepare a cultivation plan.
Content
Basics of crop yield and grain development of arable crops; cultivation techniques of most common cereals, pulses, oil seeds and grassland; the most important grain quality analyses; Compilation of a cultivation plan on a computer
Materials
http://www.vyr.fi/fin/in-english
Jones, J. Benton. 2003. Agronomic handbook : management of crops, soils and their fertility
Teaching methods
Lectures (30%), exercises ( 25 % ), approved assignment (20 %), approved exam (25 %).
Student workload
Totally 162 h, lectures 70 h, practise sessions 18 h, autonomous studies 40 h, exam 34 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows the development stages of the main arable crops, as well as cultivation techniques of cereals, pulses, oil seeds and grasslands and crop quality and quantity factors. He knows the principles of cultivation plan and the most important quality analyzes.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Student is able to compare the main arable crops in the developing stages, cultivation techniques of cereals, pulses, oil seeds and grasslands and crop quality and quantity factors. He can make the cultivation plan and the most important quality analyzes.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student is able to evaluate the major arable crop development stages and cultivation techniques of cereals, pulses, oil seeds and grasslands and how they affect crop quality and quantity. He is able to make the cultivation plan independently, as well as plan for the most important quality analyzes.
Assessment methods and criteria
Active participation in lectures
- Active participation in practice sessions
- Approved assignments
- Exam
Qualifications
It is recommended to study the following courses first: soil and water management, plant growth or to have knowledge of those contents
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
3 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
1 op
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Samu Palander
- Teija Rönkä
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
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MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
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AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
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AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student is familiar with differences in production and supply chains in European animal husbandry and its products. They know international supply chains, trades (import and export) as also differences in production and business processes in the different member states. They are familiar with future outlook, prospects and challenges in animal production. They are able to find information and solutions for sustainable animal production.
The student learns about international communication, international project skills and English.
Content
Present situation in European animal production. Topical issues in animal production, e.g: technological development, animal welfare, climate change, environmental aspects, consumer behaviour and acceptance, biosecurity, food safety.
Materials
Material produced and announced by teachers.
Teaching methods
Contact week in Spain.
Online lectures and group work.
Student workload
Totally 81 h.
Further information
Implemented as an Erasmus Blended Intensive Program course in collaboration with HAS green academy, Coimbra Polytechnic and University of Valladolid.
Contact week of spring 2025 will take place in Spain, in February or March.
The number of participants may need to be limited; the maximum number of participants is likely to be around 10-15 students.
Contact week's travel and accommodation expenses can be eligible for the Erasmus grant.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student submits the assignments and reports. They can present a summary about present animal production and supply chains. They can list the most important future perspectives. They can recognize some solutions to future challenges in animal production. They can give a presentation in English. They can name some cultural differences met during the course.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The students can compare production systems and supply chains in European animal husbandry. They can identify future challenges in animal production and relate solutions to challenges. They can describe cultural differences and solutions to these differences to work in project group. They can give clear reports and presentations in English.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The students can examine present production systems and supply chains as also future outlook from many perspectives. They can classify different future challenges and select well-argued solutions to different situations. They can describe cultural differences and ways to overcome these challenges to work efficiently and smoothly. They can make clear, interesting and finished reports and presentations in English.
Assessment methods and criteria
Active participation to contact week.
Approved assignments.
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 08.11.2024
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Teija Rönkä
- Jari Luokkakallio
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 50. Open UAS: 50.)
Student groups
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MAGRO22
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MAGRO21
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MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
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AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
Students can plan crop rotations and cultivation techniques for grassland production, based on the conditions of a certain farm. Students can calculate feeding plans based on various forages for different farm animals in different stages of production. Students can make a farm-spesific production plan of forages.
Content
Production of different forages (pasture, whole-grain silage, grass silage, hay) and their compatibility at farm level; grassland crop rotations and plant choices; cultivation, harvesting and preservation of forages; feed value, hygienic and preservative quality and intake of forages and factors affecting them; use of forages in feeding of farm animals.
Materials
Electronically available Finnish, Swedish and English material, which is pointed out in Moodle
Teaching methods
Lectures in Teams, group work, assingment
Lectures given in Teams will be recorded.
Tutoring of groupwork requires being present online at certain time, agreed during the course.
Student workload
Total work load 135 h, of which scheduled studies 19 h, and autonomous studies 116 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can make plans and calculations as well as find the information of the area, if he is quided. He can explain how to produce quality fodder. He can name means of grassland production improvement.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can independently apply the data for the plans and calculations. He can search for the information of the area and apply it in his development proposals. He can interpret forage analyses. The student can identify the factors affecting grassland yield and quality. The student can calculate the area of grassland production based on forage need of animals.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can independently apply the data for the plans and calculations. He can independently search for the information of the area and apply it in problem solving and in giving reasons when comparing different choices. The student can critically analyse the grassland production of the farm from different perspectives. The student can build wide knowledge based general view, where cultivation and feeding perspectives are joined.
Assessment methods and criteria
Assignments and active participation.
It is obligatory to be present at groupwork meetings and guidance.
Qualifications
Basics of animal and plant production
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 31.12.2024
Timing
20.01.2025 - 05.05.2025
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Soila Huhtaluhta
Responsible person
Soila Huhtaluhta
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
- Ristiinopiskelu (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
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AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
- Cross Studies
Objective
- The student is able to name and analyze the key methods and activities in Green Care, and what are the nature’s effects on wellbeing in them
- The student is able to take into consideration different kinds of Green Care clients, their needs and goals, and understands the relevance of guidance
- The student is able to plan Green Care services or activities for business or organization, based on their own profession
- The student is able to take into consideration the key requirements, operating conditions and quality criteria of Green Care activities and the possibilities of networking
Content
- Green Care methods and services, special features and welfare effects
- Green Care clients, goals and relevance of guidance
- Planning Green Care service business
- Quality, requirements and networks in Green Care
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Pass
- The student completes the tasks of the course on time.
- The student is able to name and analyze the key methods and activities in Green Care, and what are the nature’s effects on wellbeing in them
- The student indicates to understand different kinds of Green Care clients, their needs and goals, and the relevance of guidance
- The student is able to plan Green Care services or activities for business or organization, based on their own profession
- The student is able to take into consideration the key requirements, operating conditions and quality criteria of Green Care activities and the possibilities of networking
Fail
The student does not achieve the learning outcomes defined for the course and is not able to demonstrate competence in the outcomes.
Qualifications
Green Care – wellbeing from nature 5cr (or comparable, e.g. Green Care Basics 5cr)
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 06.09.2024
Timing
16.09.2024 - 31.12.2024
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Soila Huhtaluhta
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
- Ristiinopiskelu (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
- Cross studies
Objective
The student understands the relevance of nature to wellbeing of people, knows the basic theories and knows how to make good use of welfare effects of nature in their own actions. The student is able to evaluate their own relationship with nature, to respect different kinds of relationships with nature and support the strengthening of these in professional and goal-oriented way. The student understands the relevance of guidance in Green Care.
The student knows the determining factors and quality criteria of Green Care activities, is able to analyze the special features of Green Care and distinguish it from other activities. The student is able to evaluate the meaning and effects of Green Care to the society and is familiar with the operational field of Green Care in Finland and in other key countries of the field.
Content
How nature affects us: welfare effects and relationship with nature, guidance in Green Care
Green Care methods and activities: terms and concepts, operational environment, quality criteria
Materials
Luke ja GCF ry. 2021. Suomalainen Green Care: Green Care -toimintatavan käsikirja &
LuontoHoivan ja LuontoVoiman laatutyökirja. Luonnonvarakeskus ja Green Care Finland ry.
https://www.gcfinland.fi/tiedostopankki/503/Green_Care_tyokirja_2021.pdf
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Pass
- The student completes the tasks of the course on time.
- The student indicates to understand the relevance of nature to wellbeing of people, to know the basic theories and to know how to make good use of welfare effects of nature in their own actions.
- The student indicates to understand different kinds of relationships with nature and understanding the relevance of guidance in Green Care.
- The student indicates to know the determining factors and quality criteria of Green Care activities.
- The student is able to analyze the special features of Green Care and distinguish it from other activities.
- The student is able to evaluate the meaning and effects of Green Care to the society and is familiar with the operational field of Green Care.
Fail
The student does not achieve the learning outcomes defined for the course and is not able to demonstrate competence in the outcomes.
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
23.09.2024 - 22.11.2024
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Marjo Latva-Kyyny
Student groups
-
AGRO21PRAgrologi (AMK)
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AGRO21TAAgrologi (AMK)
Objective
Students can analyze management and understand various concepts and models and apply this knowledge to the work in the food sector. They can explain the entire sphere of duties of a supervisor involved and in significance of leadership in productive operations. Students will learn the basics of management and leadership and be familiar with the various areas of personnel management and will get readiness to act as a supervisor and as an employee.
-The student is familiar with the system of Employment legislation and is able to apply in practice legislation concerning the rights and duties of the parties of employment relationship. - The student is able to form an opinion on essential contents of the Collective Agreements Act and on the Act on Co-operation within Undertakings. S/he is able to describe and retell legislation concerning social security of the employer.
Content
Basic concepts of management and organizations, wholeness of the superior work and field of the personnel management which includes among others, the supervisors tasks, good employee skills, acting as an employer and as a figurehead of the organization, recruiting, orientation, development discussions, feedback, motivation, organizational communication.
- essential regulations of Employment Contracts Act, Collective Agreements Act and Act on Co-operation within Undertakings
- main points of the social security of the employer
Materials
Viitala, R. (2014). Henkilöstöjohtaminen: strateginen kilpailutekijä. Edita.
tai Viitala, R. (2021) Henkilöstöjohtaminen: keskeiset käsitteet, teoriat ja trendit. Edita.
Hyppänen, R. (2013) Esimiesosaaminen: liiketoiminnan menestystekijä. Edita.
Suitable laws accoring to employment and work safety
Teaching methods
Classroom teaching that utilizes team learning and the flipped teaching method. Independent study, group work and exams.
Completion alternatives
Student has a possibility for employment integrated learning if the student is in a workplace where there are similar contents in the work assignments. Through the recognition of competence, previous similar studies can be taken into account. To be agreed with the teacher.
Student workload
135 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student is able to name the concepts of work organization, and management. They recognize the leadership and the leadership of the whole management, as well as the importance of successful operations. They recognize the basic concepts of management and human resource management areas.
The student is able to search the Finlex legislation related to the rights and obligations of the parties to the employment relationship. He is familiar with the collective agreement. The student has an idea of what type of legislation the employee's social security belongs.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students are able to look at the organization, management and work through various concept systems. He is able to interpret managerial and leadership of the entity, as well as the importance of successful operations management. He is familiar with the basic concepts of management and human resource management areas.
Students are able to find and apply the rights and obligations of the parties related to practice on employment law provisions. He is able to act in accordance with the collective agreement. The student has an overall employee social security.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students are able to view and consider the organization, management and work through various concept systems. He can explain the leadership and the leadership of the whole, as well as the importance of successful operations management. He learns to know the basic concepts of management and human resource management areas.
Students will find and be able to apply and related to the parties' practice of employment rights and obligations of the law provisions on. He is able to interpret the collective agreement and act in accordance with the collective agreement. The student is familiar with the outline laws on social security for employees.
Assessment methods and criteria
Exams and required assignments completed
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
16.09.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Nina Sillvan
Student groups
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MBIELI24Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology, Part-time studies
Objective
Students can analyze management and understand various concepts and models and apply this knowledge to the work in the food sector. They can explain the entire sphere of duties of a supervisor involved and in significance of leadership in productive operations. Students will learn the basics of management and leadership and be familiar with the various areas of personnel management and will get readiness to act as a supervisor and as an employee.
-The student is familiar with the system of Employment legislation and is able to apply in practice legislation concerning the rights and duties of the parties of employment relationship. - The student is able to form an opinion on essential contents of the Collective Agreements Act and on the Act on Co-operation within Undertakings. S/he is able to describe and retell legislation concerning social security of the employer.
Content
Basic concepts of management and organizations, wholeness of the superior work and field of the personnel management which includes among others, the supervisors tasks, good employee skills, acting as an employer and as a figurehead of the organization, recruiting, orientation, development discussions, feedback, motivation, organizational communication.
- essential regulations of Employment Contracts Act, Collective Agreements Act and Act on Co-operation within Undertakings
- main points of the social security of the employer
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student is able to name the concepts of work organization, and management. They recognize the leadership and the leadership of the whole management, as well as the importance of successful operations. They recognize the basic concepts of management and human resource management areas.
The student is able to search the Finlex legislation related to the rights and obligations of the parties to the employment relationship. He is familiar with the collective agreement. The student has an idea of what type of legislation the employee's social security belongs.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students are able to look at the organization, management and work through various concept systems. He is able to interpret managerial and leadership of the entity, as well as the importance of successful operations management. He is familiar with the basic concepts of management and human resource management areas.
Students are able to find and apply the rights and obligations of the parties related to practice on employment law provisions. He is able to act in accordance with the collective agreement. The student has an overall employee social security.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students are able to view and consider the organization, management and work through various concept systems. He can explain the leadership and the leadership of the whole, as well as the importance of successful operations management. He learns to know the basic concepts of management and human resource management areas.
Students will find and be able to apply and related to the parties' practice of employment rights and obligations of the law provisions on. He is able to interpret the collective agreement and act in accordance with the collective agreement. The student is familiar with the outline laws on social security for employees.
Enrollment
03.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
09.09.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Nina Sillvan
Student groups
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RESTO23Bachelor of Hospitality Management, Full-time studies
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MRESTO24Bachelor of Hospitality Management, Part-time studies
Objective
Students can analyze management and understand various concepts and models and apply this knowledge to the work in the food sector. They can explain the entire sphere of duties of a supervisor involved and in significance of leadership in productive operations. Students will learn the basics of management and leadership and be familiar with the various areas of personnel management and will get readiness to act as a supervisor and as an employee.
-The student is familiar with the system of Employment legislation and is able to apply in practice legislation concerning the rights and duties of the parties of employment relationship. - The student is able to form an opinion on essential contents of the Collective Agreements Act and on the Act on Co-operation within Undertakings. S/he is able to describe and retell legislation concerning social security of the employer.
Content
Basic concepts of management and organizations, wholeness of the superior work and field of the personnel management which includes among others, the supervisors tasks, good employee skills, acting as an employer and as a figurehead of the organization, recruiting, orientation, development discussions, feedback, motivation, organizational communication.
- essential regulations of Employment Contracts Act, Collective Agreements Act and Act on Co-operation within Undertakings
- main points of the social security of the employer
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student is able to name the concepts of work organization, and management. They recognize the leadership and the leadership of the whole management, as well as the importance of successful operations. They recognize the basic concepts of management and human resource management areas.
The student is able to search the Finlex legislation related to the rights and obligations of the parties to the employment relationship. He is familiar with the collective agreement. The student has an idea of what type of legislation the employee's social security belongs.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students are able to look at the organization, management and work through various concept systems. He is able to interpret managerial and leadership of the entity, as well as the importance of successful operations management. He is familiar with the basic concepts of management and human resource management areas.
Students are able to find and apply the rights and obligations of the parties related to practice on employment law provisions. He is able to act in accordance with the collective agreement. The student has an overall employee social security.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students are able to view and consider the organization, management and work through various concept systems. He can explain the leadership and the leadership of the whole, as well as the importance of successful operations management. He learns to know the basic concepts of management and human resource management areas.
Students will find and be able to apply and related to the parties' practice of employment rights and obligations of the law provisions on. He is able to interpret the collective agreement and act in accordance with the collective agreement. The student is familiar with the outline laws on social security for employees.
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 15.12.2024
Credits
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Marja Erkkilä
Student groups
-
AGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
- The student is able to use office software, various online services and online learning environment, taking into account data protection and copyright issues.
- The student will be able to apply basic IT skills in new hardware and software environments
Content
Introduction to office software
Word processing
- settings according to the instructions for written work
- document standard
Spreadsheet
- calculation models
- diagrams
Presentation graphics
- presentation content and structure
- presentation settings
Use of online services
Cloud computing
- web conferencing as a working tool
Data protection
Copyright
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students will identify the most common office software and online services. The student will be able to use simple basic office software and understand the importance of data protection and copyright.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student will be able to identify the use of office software and online services and understand how they work and how they can be used as tools for personal work. The student is able to use office software in a variety of situations, taking into account data protection and copyright.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student will identify office software and online services and understand how they can be used. The student is able to apply office software and online services independently and in a variety of ways, taking into account data protection and copyright issues in different situations.
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 29.08.2024
Timing
29.08.2024 - 13.10.2024
Credits
4 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Master of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Raija Kangassalo
Student groups
-
MLITA24Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management, Multimodal implementation
Objective
- The student is able to use office software, various online services and online learning environment, taking into account data protection and copyright issues.
- The student will be able to apply basic IT skills in new hardware and software environments
Content
Introduction to office software
Word processing
- settings according to the instructions for written work
- document standard
Spreadsheet
- calculation models
- diagrams
Presentation graphics
- presentation content and structure
- presentation settings
Use of online services
Cloud computing
- web conferencing as a working tool
Data protection
Copyright
Materials
Material assigned by the teacher in Moodle
Teaching methods
orientation hybrid teaching, distant learning (Teams) independent study online
Student workload
Student workload 108 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students will identify the most common office software and online services. The student will be able to use simple basic office software and understand the importance of data protection and copyright.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student will be able to identify the use of office software and online services and understand how they work and how they can be used as tools for personal work. The student is able to use office software in a variety of situations, taking into account data protection and copyright.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student will identify office software and online services and understand how they can be used. The student is able to apply office software and online services independently and in a variety of ways, taking into account data protection and copyright issues in different situations.
Assessment methods and criteria
Independent assingments, Moodle exams
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 09.10.2024
Timing
21.10.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Master of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Juha Yli-Hemminki
Student groups
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AUTE24ABachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
Objective
- The student is able to use office software, various online services and online learning environment, taking into account data protection and copyright issues.
- The student will be able to apply basic IT skills in new hardware and software environments
Content
Introduction to office software
Word processing
- settings according to the instructions for written work
- document standard
Spreadsheet
- calculation models
- diagrams
Presentation graphics
- presentation content and structure
- presentation settings
Use of online services
Cloud computing
- web conferencing as a working tool
Data protection
Copyright
Materials
Practice examples and exercises made by the teacher. Moodle.
Teaching methods
Lesson exercises in class
Student workload
A total of 107 h
Class exercises 28 h
The rest of the exercises are done independently
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students will identify the most common office software and online services. The student will be able to use simple basic office software and understand the importance of data protection and copyright.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student will be able to identify the use of office software and online services and understand how they work and how they can be used as tools for personal work. The student is able to use office software in a variety of situations, taking into account data protection and copyright.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student will identify office software and online services and understand how they can be used. The student is able to apply office software and online services independently and in a variety of ways, taking into account data protection and copyright issues in different situations.
Assessment methods and criteria
Exam and returned exercises
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 09.10.2024
Timing
21.10.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Master of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Juha Yli-Hemminki
Student groups
-
AUTE24BBachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
Objective
- The student is able to use office software, various online services and online learning environment, taking into account data protection and copyright issues.
- The student will be able to apply basic IT skills in new hardware and software environments
Content
Introduction to office software
Word processing
- settings according to the instructions for written work
- document standard
Spreadsheet
- calculation models
- diagrams
Presentation graphics
- presentation content and structure
- presentation settings
Use of online services
Cloud computing
- web conferencing as a working tool
Data protection
Copyright
Materials
Practice examples and exercises made by the teacher. Moodle.
Teaching methods
Lesson exercises in class
Student workload
A total of 107 h
Class exercises 28 h
The rest of the exercises are done independently
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students will identify the most common office software and online services. The student will be able to use simple basic office software and understand the importance of data protection and copyright.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student will be able to identify the use of office software and online services and understand how they work and how they can be used as tools for personal work. The student is able to use office software in a variety of situations, taking into account data protection and copyright.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student will identify office software and online services and understand how they can be used. The student is able to apply office software and online services independently and in a variety of ways, taking into account data protection and copyright issues in different situations.
Assessment methods and criteria
Exam and returned exercises
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
4 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
1.3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Marja Erkkilä
Student groups
-
MAGRO25Bachelor of Natural Resources
Objective
- The student is able to use office software, various online services and online learning environment, taking into account data protection and copyright issues.
- The student will be able to apply basic IT skills in new hardware and software environments
Content
Introduction to office software
Word processing
- settings according to the instructions for written work
- document standard
Spreadsheet
- calculation models
- diagrams
Presentation graphics
- presentation content and structure
- presentation settings
Use of online services
Cloud computing
- web conferencing as a working tool
Data protection
Copyright
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students will identify the most common office software and online services. The student will be able to use simple basic office software and understand the importance of data protection and copyright.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student will be able to identify the use of office software and online services and understand how they work and how they can be used as tools for personal work. The student is able to use office software in a variety of situations, taking into account data protection and copyright.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student will identify office software and online services and understand how they can be used. The student is able to apply office software and online services independently and in a variety of ways, taking into account data protection and copyright issues in different situations.
Enrollment
05.08.2024 - 17.11.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 31.12.2024
Credits
4 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Master of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Raija Kangassalo
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
- The student is able to use office software, various online services and online learning environment, taking into account data protection and copyright issues.
- The student will be able to apply basic IT skills in new hardware and software environments
Content
Introduction to office software
Word processing
- settings according to the instructions for written work
- document standard
Spreadsheet
- calculation models
- diagrams
Presentation graphics
- presentation content and structure
- presentation settings
Use of online services
Cloud computing
- web conferencing as a working tool
Data protection
Copyright
Materials
Material assigned by the teacher in Moodle
Teaching methods
independent online study
Student workload
Student workload 108 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students will identify the most common office software and online services. The student will be able to use simple basic office software and understand the importance of data protection and copyright.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student will be able to identify the use of office software and online services and understand how they work and how they can be used as tools for personal work. The student is able to use office software in a variety of situations, taking into account data protection and copyright.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student will identify office software and online services and understand how they can be used. The student is able to apply office software and online services independently and in a variety of ways, taking into account data protection and copyright issues in different situations.
Assessment methods and criteria
Independent assingments, Moodle exams
Enrollment
16.12.2024 - 20.04.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 31.05.2025
Credits
4 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Master of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Raija Kangassalo
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 50. Open UAS: 50.)
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
- The student is able to use office software, various online services and online learning environment, taking into account data protection and copyright issues.
- The student will be able to apply basic IT skills in new hardware and software environments
Content
Introduction to office software
Word processing
- settings according to the instructions for written work
- document standard
Spreadsheet
- calculation models
- diagrams
Presentation graphics
- presentation content and structure
- presentation settings
Use of online services
Cloud computing
- web conferencing as a working tool
Data protection
Copyright
Materials
Material assigned by the teacher in Moodle
Teaching methods
independent online study
Student workload
Student workload 108 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students will identify the most common office software and online services. The student will be able to use simple basic office software and understand the importance of data protection and copyright.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student will be able to identify the use of office software and online services and understand how they work and how they can be used as tools for personal work. The student is able to use office software in a variety of situations, taking into account data protection and copyright.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student will identify office software and online services and understand how they can be used. The student is able to apply office software and online services independently and in a variety of ways, taking into account data protection and copyright issues in different situations.
Assessment methods and criteria
Independent assingments, Moodle exams
Enrollment
01.01.2025 - 13.01.2025
Timing
06.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Jarkko Loima
Student groups
-
MTH25Bachelor of Health Care, Public Health Nursing
Objective
- The student is able to use office software, various online services and online learning environment, taking into account data protection and copyright issues.
- The student will be able to apply basic IT skills in new hardware and software environments
Content
Introduction to office software
Word processing
- settings according to the instructions for written work
- document standard
Spreadsheet
- calculation models
- diagrams
Presentation graphics
- presentation content and structure
- presentation settings
Use of online services
Cloud computing
- web conferencing as a working tool
Data protection
Copyright
Materials
Practice examples and exercises made by the teacher. Moodle.
Teaching methods
Lesson exercises in class
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students will identify the most common office software and online services. The student will be able to use simple basic office software and understand the importance of data protection and copyright.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student will be able to identify the use of office software and online services and understand how they work and how they can be used as tools for personal work. The student is able to use office software in a variety of situations, taking into account data protection and copyright.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student will identify office software and online services and understand how they can be used. The student is able to apply office software and online services independently and in a variety of ways, taking into account data protection and copyright issues in different situations.
Assessment methods and criteria
Exam and returned exercises
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 09.10.2024
Timing
21.10.2024 - 08.12.2024
Credits
2 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
RD proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Library and Information Services
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Cultural Management
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Merja Juppo
Student groups
-
MKONE23Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
-
MLITA23Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management, Multimodal implementation
-
MSH23SBachelor of Health Care, Nursing, Multimodal implementation
Objective
The student can:
- solve real working-life development tasks (companies, organisations, associations) in small groups, consisting of students of different fields
- conduct a customer survey and, based on it, develop and test different solutions to the commissioner’s problem
- consider the business aspects while choosing their solution
- present the solution, or concept, chosen by the group to the commissioner in a professional way
- apply design thinking and its process in future in development tasks in their own field
Content
In the daytime implementation, the course is implemented as a one-week intensive course during SeAMK Innovation Week. During that time, the students do not attend any other courses at SeAMK.
In the multimodal implementation, the course is implemented online, following a separate timetable.
- Preliminary assignment on the concepts and processes of the course (design thinking, service design, groupwork)
- Analysis of the problem of the development task
- Collection of customer information with different methods
- Brainstorming of solution options with different methods
- Testing of solution options and their development based on the testing
- Presentation of a solution, or concept
- Teamwork skills and daily reporting on one’s work
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
- By completing the preliminary assignment successfully, the student shows their command of the stages and concepts of the customer-focused development project
- The student shows their command of the customer-focused development process by actively participating in the solving of the development task in the group
- The student can collect customer information using different methods and apply information to solve the development task
- The student has participated in the presentation of the group’s results to the commissioner
Enrollment
13.11.2024 - 19.02.2025
Timing
10.03.2025 - 04.05.2025
Credits
2 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
RD proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Library and Information Services
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Cultural Management
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Merja Juppo
Student groups
-
MTH24Bachelor of Health Care, Public Health Nursing
-
MGERO23Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology,Multimodal implementation
-
MRESTO24Bachelor of Hospitality Management, Part-time studies
-
MSH24KBachelor of Health Care, Nursing, Multimodal implementation
-
MBIELI24Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology, Part-time studies
-
MRKM24Bachelor of Construction Site Management, Multimodal implementation
Objective
The student can:
- solve real working-life development tasks (companies, organisations, associations) in small groups, consisting of students of different fields
- conduct a customer survey and, based on it, develop and test different solutions to the commissioner’s problem
- consider the business aspects while choosing their solution
- present the solution, or concept, chosen by the group to the commissioner in a professional way
- apply design thinking and its process in future in development tasks in their own field
Content
In the daytime implementation, the course is implemented as a one-week intensive course during SeAMK Innovation Week. During that time, the students do not attend any other courses at SeAMK.
In the multimodal implementation, the course is implemented online, following a separate timetable.
- Preliminary assignment on the concepts and processes of the course (design thinking, service design, groupwork)
- Analysis of the problem of the development task
- Collection of customer information with different methods
- Brainstorming of solution options with different methods
- Testing of solution options and their development based on the testing
- Presentation of a solution, or concept
- Teamwork skills and daily reporting on one’s work
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
- By completing the preliminary assignment successfully, the student shows their command of the stages and concepts of the customer-focused development project
- The student shows their command of the customer-focused development process by actively participating in the solving of the development task in the group
- The student can collect customer information using different methods and apply information to solve the development task
- The student has participated in the presentation of the group’s results to the commissioner
Enrollment
05.08.2024 - 06.10.2024
Timing
21.10.2024 - 31.12.2024
Credits
2 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
RD proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Library and Information Services
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Cultural Management
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Merja Juppo
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Size: 40. Open UAS: 40.)
Education groups
- Open UAS
Objective
The student can:
- solve real working-life development tasks (companies, organisations, associations) in small groups, consisting of students of different fields
- conduct a customer survey and, based on it, develop and test different solutions to the commissioner’s problem
- consider the business aspects while choosing their solution
- present the solution, or concept, chosen by the group to the commissioner in a professional way
- apply design thinking and its process in future in development tasks in their own field
Content
In the daytime implementation, the course is implemented as a one-week intensive course during SeAMK Innovation Week. During that time, the students do not attend any other courses at SeAMK.
In the multimodal implementation, the course is implemented online, following a separate timetable.
- Preliminary assignment on the concepts and processes of the course (design thinking, service design, groupwork)
- Analysis of the problem of the development task
- Collection of customer information with different methods
- Brainstorming of solution options with different methods
- Testing of solution options and their development based on the testing
- Presentation of a solution, or concept
- Teamwork skills and daily reporting on one’s work
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
- By completing the preliminary assignment successfully, the student shows their command of the stages and concepts of the customer-focused development project
- The student shows their command of the customer-focused development process by actively participating in the solving of the development task in the group
- The student can collect customer information using different methods and apply information to solve the development task
- The student has participated in the presentation of the group’s results to the commissioner
Enrollment
16.12.2024 - 02.03.2025
Timing
17.03.2025 - 31.05.2025
Credits
2 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
RD proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Library and Information Services
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Cultural Management
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Merja Juppo
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 40. Open UAS: 40.)
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
The student can:
- solve real working-life development tasks (companies, organisations, associations) in small groups, consisting of students of different fields
- conduct a customer survey and, based on it, develop and test different solutions to the commissioner’s problem
- consider the business aspects while choosing their solution
- present the solution, or concept, chosen by the group to the commissioner in a professional way
- apply design thinking and its process in future in development tasks in their own field
Content
In the daytime implementation, the course is implemented as a one-week intensive course during SeAMK Innovation Week. During that time, the students do not attend any other courses at SeAMK.
In the multimodal implementation, the course is implemented online, following a separate timetable.
- Preliminary assignment on the concepts and processes of the course (design thinking, service design, groupwork)
- Analysis of the problem of the development task
- Collection of customer information with different methods
- Brainstorming of solution options with different methods
- Testing of solution options and their development based on the testing
- Presentation of a solution, or concept
- Teamwork skills and daily reporting on one’s work
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
- By completing the preliminary assignment successfully, the student shows their command of the stages and concepts of the customer-focused development project
- The student shows their command of the customer-focused development process by actively participating in the solving of the development task in the group
- The student can collect customer information using different methods and apply information to solve the development task
- The student has participated in the presentation of the group’s results to the commissioner
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 25.09.2024
Timing
11.11.2024 - 15.11.2024
Credits
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Library and Information Services
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Cultural Management
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Marika Kääriäinen
- Riina Heinämäki
- Milka Volanto
- Jussi Kareinen
- Noora Kivimäki
- Terhi Anttila
- Merja Juppo
- Heli Simon
- Anna Rauha
- Pia Haapala
- Helena Myllymäki
- Pekka Lager
- Jaana Liukkonen
- Saija Råtts
Student groups
-
SH24KBachelor of Health Care, Nursing, Full-time studies
-
SOS23CBachelor of Social Services, Full-time studies
-
SOS23BBachelor of Social Services, Full-time studies
-
KONE23Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
-
AUTO23
-
LITA23BBachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
-
LITA23CBachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
-
RAK23Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Engineering
-
LITA23DTradenomi (AMK), Liiketalous
-
RKM23Bachelor of Construction Site Management
-
LITA23ABachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
Objective
The student can:
- solve real working-life development tasks (companies, organisations, associations) in small groups, consisting of students of different fields
- conduct a customer survey and, based on it, develop and test different solutions to the commissioner’s problem
- consider the business aspects while choosing their solution
- present the solution, or concept, chosen by the group to the commissioner in a professional way
- apply design thinking and its process in future in development tasks in their own field
Content
In the daytime implementation, the course is implemented as a one-week intensive course during SeAMK Innovation Week. During that time, the students do not attend any other courses at SeAMK.
In the multimodal implementation, the course is implemented online, following a separate timetable.
- Preliminary assignment on the concepts and processes of the course (design thinking, service design, groupwork)
- Analysis of the problem of the development task
- Collection of customer information with different methods
- Brainstorming of solution options with different methods
- Testing of solution options and their development based on the testing
- Presentation of a solution, or concept
- Teamwork skills and daily reporting on one’s work
Teaching methods
In English
The course is implemented as a week-long intensive course, SeAMK Innovation Week. During the week, students do not participate in any other SeAMK teaching.
In the multi-mode delivery, the course is delivered online according to a specified timetable.
- Preliminary assignment on course concepts and processes (design thinking, service design, group work)
- Analysis of the problem of the development task
- Collection of customer data using different methods
- Ideation of possible solutions using different methods
- Testing and development of solutions based on testing
- Presentation of the solution or concept
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
- By completing the preliminary assignment successfully, the student shows their command of the stages and concepts of the customer-focused development project
- The student shows their command of the customer-focused development process by actively participating in the solving of the development task in the group
- The student can collect customer information using different methods and apply information to solve the development task
- The student has participated in the presentation of the group’s results to the commissioner
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 01.12.2024
Timing
03.03.2025 - 14.03.2025
Credits
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Library and Information Services
- Bachelor of Health Care, Nursing
- Bachelor of Construction Site Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
- Bachelor of Social Services
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration, SME Business Management
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering
- Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Cultural Management
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Services and Health Care, Applied Gerontology
Teachers
- Laura Liikavainio
- Viljo Arohonka
- Mari Heinonen
- Riina Heinämäki
- Jarkko Loima
- Matti-Pekka Pasto
- Milka Volanto
- Jussi Kareinen
- Noora Kivimäki
- Heli Simon
- Pirkko Mäntykivi
- Anna Rauha
- Sari Rimpelä
- Riku Uusi-Jaakkola
- Satu Lautamäki
- Jaana Liukkonen
Student groups
-
RESTO23Bachelor of Hospitality Management, Full-time studies
-
SOS23CBachelor of Social Services, Full-time studies
-
BIELI23Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology, Full-time studies
-
AUTE23SADegree Programme in Automation Engineering, Full-time studies
-
SOS23BBachelor of Social Services, Full-time studies
-
AUTE23KADegree Programme in Automation Engineering, Full-time studies
-
AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
-
SH23SBachelor of Health Care, Nursing
-
KITI23Bachelor of Business Administration, Library and Information Services
-
FYS23Bachelor of Health Care, Physiotherapy
-
TITE23Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
Objective
The student can:
- solve real working-life development tasks (companies, organisations, associations) in small groups, consisting of students of different fields
- conduct a customer survey and, based on it, develop and test different solutions to the commissioner’s problem
- consider the business aspects while choosing their solution
- present the solution, or concept, chosen by the group to the commissioner in a professional way
- apply design thinking and its process in future in development tasks in their own field
Content
In the daytime implementation, the course is implemented as a one-week intensive course during SeAMK Innovation Week. During that time, the students do not attend any other courses at SeAMK.
In the multimodal implementation, the course is implemented online, following a separate timetable.
- Preliminary assignment on the concepts and processes of the course (design thinking, service design, groupwork)
- Analysis of the problem of the development task
- Collection of customer information with different methods
- Brainstorming of solution options with different methods
- Testing of solution options and their development based on the testing
- Presentation of a solution, or concept
- Teamwork skills and daily reporting on one’s work
Teaching methods
In English
The course is implemented as a week-long intensive course, SeAMK Innovation Week. During the week, students do not participate in any other SeAMK teaching.
In the multi-mode delivery, the course is delivered online according to a specified timetable.
- Preliminary assignment on course concepts and processes (design thinking, service design, group work)
- Analysis of the problem of the development task
- Collection of customer data using different methods
- Ideation of possible solutions using different methods
- Testing and development of solutions based on testing
- Presentation of the solution or concept
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
- By completing the preliminary assignment successfully, the student shows their command of the stages and concepts of the customer-focused development project
- The student shows their command of the customer-focused development process by actively participating in the solving of the development task in the group
- The student can collect customer information using different methods and apply information to solve the development task
- The student has participated in the presentation of the group’s results to the commissioner
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 21.02.2025
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Marjo Latva-Kyyny
Scheduling groups
- A-ryhmä (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- B-ryhmä (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Student groups
-
AGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- A-group
- B-group
Objective
The student can
- basic concepts and key elements of the agricultural business economy.
- explain the main functions and principles of the agricultural enterprise on which the farm is managed.
- explain the link between resource efficiency and company performance.
- justify the importance of the farmer for the success of the farm.
- to prepare the basic calculations necessary for the management of the farm.
- utilize the materials of Luke's Economis
Content
Basic concepts of agricultural business economy, ,margin, profit and balance sheet calculations.
Farm management and decision-making basics
Profitability Accounting, Profitability Research Concept and Reporting System, and FADN Results for EU Countries
Materials
Kay, Edwards & Duffy 2008. Farm Management. McGraw-Hill. as applicable
www.luke.fi/taloustohtori
Material produced and compiled by the teacher
Teaching methods
Classroom teaching, individual and group assignments, independent work
Exam schedules
The exam is in the last classroom teaching session.
Student workload
135 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student receives a grade of 1 or 2, when he understands the basics of agricultural business in a satisfactory and supervision.The student is able to calculate the income, balance sheet and profitability calculations and understand the MTT Economics PhD basics of farming profitability of the company's accounting satisfactorily.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student understands the basics of agricultural business very well and is able to calculate the income, balance sheet and profitability calculations independently and understand the MTT Economics PhD basics of farming profitability of the company's accounting records as well.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student masters the basics of agricultural business economics very well, and is able to calculate the income, balance sheet and profitability calculations independently and versatile. He understands the MTT Economics PhD or agricultural enterprise profitability bookkeeping
Assessment methods and criteria
Exam, approved individual and group assignments,
Qualifications
None
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 13.10.2024
Timing
07.10.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
4.5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Marjo Latva-Kyyny
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 50. Open UAS: 50.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
The student can
- basic concepts and key elements of the agricultural business economy.
- explain the main functions and principles of the agricultural enterprise on which the farm is managed.
- explain the link between resource efficiency and company performance.
- justify the importance of the farmer for the success of the farm.
- to prepare the basic calculations necessary for the management of the farm.
- utilize the materials of Luke's Economis
Content
Basic concepts of agricultural business economy, ,margin, profit and balance sheet calculations.
Farm management and decision-making basics
Profitability Accounting, Profitability Research Concept and Reporting System, and FADN Results for EU Countries
Materials
Kay, Edwards & Duffy 2008. Farm Management. McGraw-Hill. as appicable
www.luke.fi/taloustohtori
Material produced and compiled by the teacher
Teaching methods
Teaching includes time-bound online teaching. Online lectures, independent assignment and group work. The exam is at the school (week 49).
Exam schedules
The exam is in week 49 at school. It is also possible to take the exam in Exam mode.
Completion alternatives
Student has a possibility for employment integrated learning if the student is in a workplace where there are similar contents in the work assignments. Through the recognition of competence, previous similar studies can be taken into account. To be agreed with the teacher.
Student workload
Total study hours 135h
Online lectures, independent assignment and group work
Further information
No prior knowledge is required.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student receives a grade of 1 or 2, when he understands the basics of agricultural business in a satisfactory and supervision.The student is able to calculate the income, balance sheet and profitability calculations and understand the MTT Economics PhD basics of farming profitability of the company's accounting satisfactorily.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student understands the basics of agricultural business very well and is able to calculate the income, balance sheet and profitability calculations independently and understand the MTT Economics PhD basics of farming profitability of the company's accounting records as well.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student masters the basics of agricultural business economics very well, and is able to calculate the income, balance sheet and profitability calculations independently and versatile. He understands the MTT Economics PhD or agricultural enterprise profitability bookkeeping
Assessment methods and criteria
Exam, approved individual and group assignments
Qualifications
None
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 09.03.2025
Credits
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Anu Katila
- Nina Sillvan
Student groups
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
Objective
The student is able to
- explain the character of project work and determine when the project work model is useful
- present the basic knowledge and skills on the basis of which he/she can participate in project work and project planning
- explain concepts connected with projects, content of a project plan, project time planing and supervising (life circle)
- present tasks connected with the different phases of the project cycle
Content
- concepts and methods of project work
- project phases and process
- project plan (time, resource and cost planning)
- project organisation and interest groups
- changes, risks and problems in project work
- project communication and reporting
- concluding a project
Materials
A textbook in project management and Project management competence 3.0 ( http://www.pry.fi/UserFiles/33fa4818-2dbf-44aa-a497-0e74914327b1/Web/IPMA-sertifiointi/ENG/PMAF_NCB_3.0_v1.3.pdf )
Teaching methods
The course consist of general and field-specific parts.
There is a two-credit general part in Moodle, on which an online exam is based, and a one-credit project plan (field specific imaginary or real project). The field-specific part can contain contact teaching, eg examples of successful projects
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
1-2 :
The student knows the main project management concepts and methods . He is able to make a project plan , and he has an understanding of the project implementation and management.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
3-4
The student knows well the main project concepts and management techniques . He is able to do different kind of project plans , and he has a good understanding of the project implementation and management.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
5 :
The student knows perfectly the main project concepts and methods. He is able to do different kind of project plans and analyze them. He a very good understanding of the project implementation and management and leadership.
Assessment methods and criteria
Exam 50 % and project assignment 50 %
Qualifications
No prerequisites
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 11.10.2024
Credits
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Samu Palander
- Anu Latva-Reinikka
Student groups
-
AGRO22TABachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
-
AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student is able to
- identify differences in scientific and everyday thinking
- define different approaches to research and basics concepts of research
- present the stages of a research process and reporting (structure)
- explain the importance of critical thinking in research and development work
- give examples of the meaning of research ethics
Content
- scientific and everyday thinking
- general research ethics
- central research methods
- basic concepts and structure of research
- states of research process and report
- research&development approach to work
Materials
Hirsjärvi, Remes & Sajavaara 2009. Tutki ja kirjoita. Kirjayhtymä
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
x
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
- Pass/fail
Pass:
The student demonstrates the competencies defined as the learning goals of the course and acceptably carries out the possible assignments related to the course.
Fail:
The student does not achieve the learning goals of the course and is not able to demonstrate their competencies.
Qualifications
No prerequisites
Enrollment
24.04.2024 - 15.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 13.12.2024
Credits
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Anu Latva-Reinikka
- Samu Palander
Student groups
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
Objective
The student is able to
- identify differences in scientific and everyday thinking
- define different approaches to research and basics concepts of research
- present the stages of a research process and reporting (structure)
- explain the importance of critical thinking in research and development work
- give examples of the meaning of research ethics
Content
- scientific and everyday thinking
- general research ethics
- central research methods
- basic concepts and structure of research
- states of research process and report
- research&development approach to work
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
x
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
- Pass/fail
Pass:
The student demonstrates the competencies defined as the learning goals of the course and acceptably carries out the possible assignments related to the course.
Fail:
The student does not achieve the learning goals of the course and is not able to demonstrate their competencies.
Assessment methods and criteria
Exercises.
Qualifications
No prerequisites
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 15.09.2024
Timing
02.12.2024 - 23.03.2025
Credits
10 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Jyrki Rajakorpi
- Matti Ryhänen
Student groups
-
AGRO22TABachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student knows:
- basics of investments made by agricultural and rural enterprises.
- how to make investment calculations and calculate profitability of investments.
- business risks and how to manage them.
- different financing opportunities and their profitability and is able to anticipate liquidity.
Content
Basics of investments, significance of time factor, planning investments and calculating their profitability, risks and risk management, financial planning, liquidity.
Materials
Barry, P. J. & Ellinger, P. N. 2011. Financial Management in Agriculture. 7. edition. Brealey, R. A., Myers, S. C. & Allen, F. 2006. Corporate Finance. 8.edition. Materials made and given by teacher and guest lecturers.
Teaching methods
Lessons by teachers and students, writing essays and summaries, financial calculating, guest lecturers.
Employer connections
Experts from stakeholders visit the course. For example banks, advisory services and administration are important stakeholders for farm entrepreneurs. Students acquire valuable information what must be taken into account in practice while planning investments and financing.
Exam schedules
Three examination possibilities during year.
Completion alternatives
Student has a possibility for employment integrated learning if the student is in a workplace where there are similar contents in the work assignments. Through the recognition of competence, previous similar studies can be taken into account. To be agreed with the teacher.
Student workload
267 hours
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student masters the fundamentals of investments and finance and is able to describe them satisfactorily and is able to manage investment and financing calculation methods and practical applications satisfactorily.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student is well-versed in investment and finance and is able to describe them well, is well- versed in investment and financing calculation and practical applications. The student is able to analyze connections between the lessons learned.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student masters the fundamentals of investment and finance excellently and is able to view them from a variety of perspectives, has excellent control over the calculation methods and practical applications associated with them. The student is able to analyze connections between the lessons learned and apply them in practice.
Assessment methods and criteria
Exam, approved individual and group assignments, and active participation in lessons
Qualifications
Basics of agribusiness
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 30.06.2025
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.07.2025
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Teija Rönkä
Responsible person
Teija Rönkä
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
- Ristiinopiskelu (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
- Cross studies
Objective
The student is able to gather information for calculation of key figures used in milk production. The student can utilize main sources to get information about the results calculated for a dairy farm. The student is able to process information if needed. The student can use the key figures to evaluate, plan and develop operations of a dairy cow unit taking into account animal productivity, health and welfare as well as effective use of resources and sustainbility. The student is able to take part in professional discussions of key figures and indicators used in milk production.
Content
Basics of fertility, data and information sources, principal key figures used in Finland and internationally and their interpretation, effect of key figures on productional and economical results, animal health and welfare, use of key figures in monitoring and planning of production
Materials
Hulsen, J. (2008). Fertility: A practical guide to fertility management (2nd ed.). Roodbont.
Hulsen, J., Lam, T. J. G. M., & Tirkkonen, M. (2011). Utareterveys. ProAgria Keskusten Liitto. (soveltuvin osin)
Teaching methods
Indepented webbased learning
Possibility to get guidance to assigments
Student workload
Totally 130 h.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Student can name main data sources used in evaluation of fertility and in follw-up of production cycle. Student is able to make a reasonable summary of indicators of good fertility and production management of a dairy farm.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can compare different key figures and data sources. The student can justify the usability of key figures and indicators in evaluation of fertility and planning of production. The student can analyse which objectives to choose. The student can evaluate their own learning process during the course and can describe how to develop their knowledge and skills in future.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can evaluate and justify the usability of different key figures in evaluation of fertility and planning of production widely and comprehensibly. The student can conclude, which targets and objectives to choose in different situations and from various perspectives. The student is able to suggest new indicators to make the overall picture about fertility and production management more complete.
Assessment methods and criteria
Approved assignments.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 31.12.2024
Timing
08.01.2025 - 28.03.2025
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Marjo Latva-Kyyny
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
- Ristiinopiskelu (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
- Cross studies
Objective
Students can analyze management and understand various concepts and models and apply this knowledge to the work in agriculture sector. They can explain the entire sphere of duties of a supervisor involved and in significance of leadership in productive operations. Students will learn the basics of management and leadership and be familiar with the various areas of personnel management and will get readiness to act as a supervisor and as an employee.
-The student is familiar with the system of Employment legislation and is able to apply in practice legislation concerning the rights and duties of the parties of employment relationship. - The student is able to form an opinion on essential contents of the Collective Agreements Act and on the Act on Co-operation within Undertakings. S/he is able to describe and retell legislation concerning social security of the employer.
Content
Basic concepts of management and organisations, wholeness of the superior work and field of the personnel management which includes among others, the supervisors tasks, good employee skills, management styles, acting as an employer and as a figurehead of the organisation, recruiting, orientation, development discussions, feedback, motivation, change management, organisational communication.
- essential regulations of Employment Contracts Act, Collective Agreements Act and Act on Co-operation within Undertakings
- main points of the social security of the employer
Materials
- Viitala Riitta: Henkilöstöjohtaminen. Strateginen kilpailutekijä.
- Hyppänen Riitta: Esimiesosaaminen. Liiketoiminnan menestystekijä.
- Employment Contracts Act
- Law on co-operation in the company
- Accident Insurance Act
- Unemployment Security Act
- Working Time Act
- Occupational Safety Act
- Collective agreement
- Other teaching materials indicated by the teacher
Teaching methods
An online course where you work both independently and in the group.
Completion alternatives
Student has a possibility for employment integrated learning if the student is in a workplace where there are similar contents in the work assignments. Through the recognition of competence, previous similar studies can be taken into account. To be agreed with the teacher.
Student workload
135 hours
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Approved performance requires approved completion of all tasks. In the assignments, the student demonstrates the ability to act as a forerunner in various working life situations and demonstrates knowledge of the employment law system and is able to apply in practice the laws concerning the rights and obligations of the parties related to the employment relationship.
Further information
No prior knowledge is required.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student is able to name the concepts of work organization, and management. They recognize the leadership and the leadership of the whole management, as well as the importance of successful operations. They recognize the basic concepts of management and human resource management areas.
The student is able to search the Finlex legislation related to the rights and obligations of the parties to the employment relationship. He is familiar with the collective agreement. The student has an idea of what type of legislation the employee's social security belongs.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students are able to look at the organization, management and work through various concept systems. He is able to interpret managerial and leadership of the entity, as well as the importance of successful operations management. He is familiar with the basic concepts of management and human resource management areas.
Students are able to find and apply the rights and obligations of the parties related to practice on employment law provisions. He is able to act in accordance with the collective agreement. The student has an overall employee social security.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students are able to view and consider the organization, management and work through various concept systems. He can explain the leadership and the leadership of the whole, as well as the importance of successful operations management. He learns to know the basic concepts of management and human resource management areas.
Students will find and be able to apply and related to the parties' practice of employment rights and obligations of the law provisions on. He is able to interpret the collective agreement and act in accordance with the collective agreement. The student is familiar with the outline laws on social security for employees.
Assessment methods and criteria
Exams and required assignments completed
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 09.10.2024
Timing
01.12.2024 - 23.03.2025
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Nina Sillvan
Student groups
-
AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student knows principles of marketing planning, implementation and measurement. Student understands the special characteristics of marketing in the food chain and is able to position a product or a service in the chain. During the course, students improve their skills in the marketing planning either in primary products, processed food or restaurant services.
Content
- Consumer and business purchasing processes
- The role of the customer segmentation in marketing
- Marketing planning and implementation
- Factors affecting pricing in different parts of the food chain
- Marketing mix in B2B and B2C markets
- Measurement and development of marketing
- Advanced section (2 credits) in which the student chooses the marketing of either in primary products, processed food or restaurant services.
Materials
Bergström, S. & Leppänen, A. 2021. Yrityksen asiakasmarkkinointi. 19 painos. Edita. Helsinki. Available also e-book.
Grönroos, Christian. 2020. Palveluiden johtaminen ja markkinointi. Available also in e-book
Teaching methods
- Lectures, online-learning , exercises, book examination.
- The course consists of lectures, studying alone or in the group by adapting practice learning material.
- The studies also consist of doing the exercises which requires the utilisation of the literature of the field and case study companies. Students look for and create information in self-directed groups. Students are doing some marketing measures.
Completion alternatives
Student has a possibility for employment integrated learning if he/she fulfills following prerequisites: Students works with marketing and employer has a suitable project to offer for the course
Recognition of prior learning is possible with prior Higher Education Studies
Student workload
Total study hours 135h
Contact learning 10 h
Independent and group work 125 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student masters the key principles of marketing and know how to apply them to some extent in the food chain of products and services marketing.
Satisfactory completion of the course requires that the student has written and reported all the given tasks successfully and satisfactorily completed a part examination which focuses on the general principles of the marketing
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student masters the main principles of marketing and can adapt them to the sales and marketing of the products and services of advanced area he has chosen.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student masters the main principles of marketing and can adapt them to the sales and marketing of the products and services of advanced area he has chosen. The student is also able to build marketing product- and service packages creatively.
Assessment methods and criteria
The evaluation focuses on the student’s applied skills, as evidenced by satisfactorily performing the theory and concepts focusing on the written exam and the development of the exercises given in an acceptable manner.
Qualifications
No prerequisites.
Further information
online-learning 1 point
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 30.04.2025
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Nina Sillvan
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) 1 (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student) 1
Objective
The student knows principles of marketing planning, implementation and measurement. Student understands the special characteristics of marketing in the food chain and is able to position a product or a service in the chain. During the course, students improve their skills in the marketing planning either in primary products, processed food or restaurant services.
Content
- Consumer and business purchasing processes
- The role of the customer segmentation in marketing
- Marketing planning and implementation
- Factors affecting pricing in different parts of the food chain
- Marketing mix in B2B and B2C markets
- Measurement and development of marketing
- Advanced section (2 credits) in which the student chooses the marketing of either in primary products, processed food or restaurant services.
Materials
Bergström, S. & Leppänen, A. 2021. Yrityksen asiakasmarkkinointi. 19 painos. Edita. Helsinki. Available also e-book.
Grönroos, Christian. 2020. Palveluiden johtaminen ja markkinointi. Available also in e-book
Teaching methods
- Lectures, online-learning , exercises, book examination.
- The course consists of lectures, studying alone or in the group by adapting practice learning material.
- The studies also consist of doing the exercises which requires the utilisation of the literature of the field and case study companies. Students look for and create information in self-directed groups.
Completion alternatives
Student has a possibility for employment integrated learning if he/she fulfills following prerequisites: Students works with marketing and employer has a suitable project to offer for the course
Recognition of prior learning is possible with prior Higher Education Studies
Student workload
Total study hours 135h
Contact learning 16 h
Independent and group work 119 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student masters the key principles of marketing and know how to apply them to some extent in the food chain of products and services marketing.
Satisfactory completion of the course requires that the student has written and reported all the given tasks successfully and satisfactorily completed a part examination which focuses on the general principles of the marketing
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student masters the main principles of marketing and can adapt them to the sales and marketing of the products and services of advanced area he has chosen.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student masters the main principles of marketing and can adapt them to the sales and marketing of the products and services of advanced area he has chosen. The student is also able to build marketing product- and service packages creatively.
Assessment methods and criteria
The evaluation focuses on the student’s applied skills, as evidenced by satisfactorily performing the theory and concepts focusing on the written exam and the development of the exercises given in an acceptable manner.
Qualifications
No prerequisites.
Further information
online-learning 1 point
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
30.09.2024 - 05.12.2024
Credits
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Anu Katila
Student groups
-
AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
Student acquaints himself with the structure of international agricultural trade, key product categories and their peculiarities. Student knows domestic marketing and procurement systems as well as agricultural trade logistics.Student knows principles of business to business -trade and differences to the trade of business to customer. Student can tell examples of sales work and elements of good sales work.
Content
International agricultural trade
Agricultural trade marketing and procurement systems, logistics, working machinery, horticultural trade,feed and grain trade.
Principles and differences in business to business and business to customer -trade in agriculture.
Examples of sales work, elements of good sales work and agricultural trade as employer of agrologists.
Teaching methods
Lectures and excercises
Employer connections
Agriculture and horticulture business entrepreuners
Student workload
52 hours
Further information
Attendance of working life guest lectures: 80% of the time to be present
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved: Student knows the structure and volume of agricultural trade. Student can name agricultural trade operators, marketing and procurement channels. Student knows the main principles and differences in business to business and business to customer -trade in agriculture. Student can tell examples of sales work and elements of good sales work.
Assessment methods and criteria
participation in the lectures of business visitors, approved tasks;
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Sari Rimpelä
Scheduling groups
- A-ryhmän laskuharjoitukset (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- B-ryhmän laskuharjoitukset (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Student groups
-
AGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- Small group 1
- Small group 2
Objective
The purpose of the course is to advance students' mathematical skills
Content
- Basic calculations
-Fractions
-Powerand roots
- Equations
- Percentages
- Trigonometric functions
- Area and volume of plane figures
- Functions
- Financial calculations
Materials
Material announced by the lecturer
Teaching methods
Lectures and assignments
Completion alternatives
Students may also complete the course by taking a test given at the beginning of the course. Fifty per cent of the test must be passed to receive full credit for the course.
Student workload
Total work load of the course: 135 h
- of which scheduled studies: 58 h
- of which autonomous studies: 77 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows basic skills of matematics, percentage calculations and to calculate the asked part volumes or areas from the geometry investing in given diagrams.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can well extent the basic concepts and methods of algebra and geometry, and is able to apply them to usual problems.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can very well extent the basic concepts and methods of algebra and geometry, and is able to apply them to usual problems.The student can solve problems using mathematical skills
Assessment methods and criteria
Approved midterm exams
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Sari Rimpelä
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO25Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
The purpose of the course is to advance students' mathematical skills
Content
- Basic calculations
-Fractions
-Powerand roots
- Equations
- Percentages
- Trigonometric functions
- Area and volume of plane figures
- Functions
- Financial calculations
Materials
Material announced by the lecturer
Teaching methods
Lectures and assignments, online-teaching
Completion alternatives
Students may also complete the course by taking a test given at the beginning of the course. Fifty per cent of the test must be passed to receive full credit for the course.
Student workload
Total work load of the course: 135 h
- of which scheduled studies: 20 h
- of which autonomous studies: 115 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows basic skills of matematics, percentage calculations and to calculate the asked part volumes or areas from the geometry investing in given diagrams.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can well extent the basic concepts and methods of algebra and geometry, and is able to apply them to usual problems.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can very well extent the basic concepts and methods of algebra and geometry, and is able to apply them to usual problems.The student can solve problems using mathematical skills
Assessment methods and criteria
Approved midterm exams
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 30.06.2025
Timing
13.01.2025 - 31.05.2025
Credits
2 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Jari Luokkakallio
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
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AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student knows the themes of which the biodiversity of agriculture consist. The student identifies the possibilities to enhance the biodiversity of farms and knows how to apply them in practical work and planning on farm. The student understands the influence of agricultural biodiversity on the production, environment and economy of the farm.
Content
Fields with crop for wildlife and wetlands
Natural grazing areas
Biodiversity of soil
Pollinators and beneficial insects
Native breeds
Profitability of biodiversity actions on farm
Practical actions on farm
Materials
Biodiversity material at the www page of Finnish Food Authority. In finnish.
Teaching methods
Independent studying, Moodle exam and LUMO plan
Exam schedules
Non-stop
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows the themes of which the biodiversity of agriculture consist. The studentfinds possibilities to enhance the biodiversity of farms. The student can name effects of agricultural biodiversity on the farm operation.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can explain the themes of which the biodiversity of agriculture consist. The student can describe the means to enhance the biodiversity of farms and is able to plan the on-farm actions. The student can argue the influence of agricultural biodiversity on the production, environment and economy of the farm.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can interpret the themes of the biodiversity of agriculture. The student is able to analyse the activities of on-farm biodiversity enhancement and develop them in practical work and planning on farm. The student is able to evaluate the influence of agricultural biodiversity on the production, environment and economy of the farm.
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 31.03.2025
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Teija Rönkä
- Jari Luokkakallio
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) 1 (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
Student groups
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MAGRO22
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MAGRO21
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MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
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AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student) 1
Objective
The student is able to define the ecological criteria of organic production and is able to present the most important organic production rules. The student knows the organic farming technology of arable crops. The student knows the basics of animal and organic animal husbandry and feeding. The student is able to prepare an organic plan, a crop rotation plan and an animal management plan for moving to an organic farm. The student is able to analyze the factors affecting the profitability of organic production and is able to list the marketing channels of organic products.
Content
Basics of ecology, scale of organic production, rules and controls of organic production, soil fertility and its management, crop rotation, crop rotation plan, fertilization and plant protection in organic farming, organic farming technology for arable crops, economics and marketing, basics of organic livestock production planning.
Materials
Rajala 2004. Luonnonmukainen maatalous. HY, Maaseudun tutkimus- ja koulutuskeskus
OR
Källander & Bovin 1993. Luonnonmukainen maanviljely. Kirjayhtymä
Teaching methods
Online teaching, learning curve and developing exercises
Exam schedules
Exam
Student workload
Totally 135 h, online teaching 42 h, exercises and autonomous studies 73 h, exam 20 h.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows the ecological basis for the organic production and lists the most important rules concerning organic production. The student specifies the main things of the cultivation technique of organic farming and draws up a crop rotation plan for an organic farm. The student lists factors which affect the profitability of the organic production and lists marketing channels.The student can list the main principles of the animal organic production. Student can identify the most important changes caused by the transition to the organic production on a farm.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student describes the ecological basis for the organic production and explains rules concerning organic production. The student makes the summary of the cultivation technique of organic farming and explains factors which affect it. The student draws up a crop rotation plan for an organic farm and justifies the practices of the farm. The student estimates factors affecting the profitability of organic production and lists the marketing channels of different products.The student can explain the main principles of organic animal production. Student can apply the regulations and guidelines of organic production to the conditions of a farm.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student explains which ecological points the organic production is based on and interprets and comments on the rules of organic production. The student explains the cultivation technique of organic farming and analyses affecting factors. The student makes a crop rotation plan for an organic farm, compares different alternatives and justifies his/her choices and development proposals. The student compares the profitability factors of the organic production and the marketing channels.The student can plan the animal production of an organic farm , also in the phases of transition from convential to organic production.
Assessment methods and criteria
- Approved assignments
- Exam
Qualifications
Common professional studies in plant husbandry and animal husbandry.
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
21.10.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
2 - 5
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Samu Palander
Student groups
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MAGRO22
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MAGRO21
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MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
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AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The students can explain the role and operations of some rare sectors of animal husbandry as part of the food chain or as utilizers of byproducts. They are able to find, deepen and apply information on their chosen sectors of production or on some of the current special topics. They are able to professionally present the results of their project.
Content
Sheep farming, goat farming, honey production, fur animal production, insect farming, rabbit production, gamel farming etc. The course content is partly formed according to free choice.
Materials
Behrens, D. & Moritz, R. F. A. 2011. Bees in Europe and sustainable honey production. (BEE SHOP) results of a pan-European research network. New York : Nova Science Publishers
Page, P. & Hamer, K. 2017. Sheep keeping. Sheffield, UK: 5m Publishing
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The students can professionally describe the processes and significance of production. They are able to find and present reliable and relevant information on the subject.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The students can evaluate and explain the connection of the subject to other agricultural production and its ecological role. They can recognize the effects of feeding and housing conditions on performance and health. They can justifiably compare and choose solutions for feeding and technology.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The students can take into account and apply the facts of nutrition and production biology. They are able to independently search for information and apply it for problem solving to develop the branch. They can form a broad multidisciplinary view combining biological, technological, economic and environmental points.
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
21.10.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Anu Latva-Reinikka
- Anna Tall
- Jori Lahti
Student groups
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AGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student is able to explain the main factors of plant growth as well as the role of plants in carbon sequestration. The student can also describe basic anatomic, organologic and physiological concepts of plants.
The student is able to describe the structure and operation of machines and equipment used for seeding, fertilization and tillage. The student is able to determine the key factors affecting the machine's work efficiency.
Content
Plant Morphology; plant-based structures and their functions.
Plant Anatomy; a plant cell and tissues.
Plant Physiology; photosynthesis, water and plant nutrients.
Principles and objectives as well as machinery of seeding, tillage and fertilization
Materials
Material in moodle and
- Heinonen et al. (eds.). Maa, viljely ja ympäristö (appl. parts). WSOY.
Biology:Part 1. Material in Moodle
Pankakoski 1997. Puutarhurin kasvioppi or
Fagerstedt ym. 2008. Kasvioppi, siemenestä satoon
Drainage: Material in moodle and
Heinonen (toim.) Maa, viljely ja ympäristö, Luku 3 Vesitalous WSOY
Saavalainen (toim.) 1981. Salaojittajan käsikirja, osa 1a. Suomen olosuhteet kuivatusta silmällä pitäen. Salaojituksenkannatusyhdistys
Elomaa ym. 1988. Sää ja maatalous. Maaseutukeskusten liitto.
Pajula ja Triipponen (toim.) Selvitys Suomen kastelutilanteesta. Suomen ympäristö 629.
Saatavuus: http://tiny.cc/t73ikx
(tai Sadetusopas 1979 Maatalouskeskusten liitto.)
Saatavuus: http://tiny.cc/n13ikx
Pajula ja Järvenpää (toim.), 2007 Maankuivatuksen ja kastelun suunnittelu. Suomen ympäristökeskuksen raportteja 23/2007, 187 s. Julkaisu on saatavana vain verkkojulkaisuna.
Saatavuus: https://helda.helsinki.fi/bitstream/handle/10138/39840/SYKEra_23_2007.pdf sequence=1
Peltomaa 1999. Salaojien kunnossapito-opas (myös verkko-julkaisu), Salaojakeskus, Salaojituksen tukisäätiö ja Tekninen korkeakoulu.
Saatavuus: http://tiny.cc/m93ikx
Maan vesi ja ravinnetalous. Ojitus, kastelu ympäristö. (soveltuvin osin).
Saatavuus: http://tiny.cc/6c4ikx
Teaching methods
Lectures: 50 %, practicals 20 %, Assignments and independent study: 30 % which are associated with the course contents and information students have acquired on a given topic, practical problem-solving, and an exam.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students are able to study the basics of the period. The student knows plant factors such as plant growth, photosynthesis, water and nutrient uptake and reproduction. The student is able to explain the role of plants in carbon sequestration. They mainly know the structure and operation of machines and equipment used for seeding, fertilization and tillage, and are able to determine the key factors affecting the machine's work efficiency.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students are able to study course things well. ,
The student knows plant factors such as plant growth, photosynthesis, water and nutrient uptake and reproduction. The student is able to explain the functioning of plants in carbon sequestration
Students know well the structure and operation of machines and equipment used for seeding, fertilization and tillage, and are able to determine the key factors affecting the machine's work efficiency.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students are able to course things well and know how to apply them in practice.
The student is able to explain the plant factors such as plant growth, photosynthesis, water and nutrient uptake and reproduction. The student is able to explain the functioning of plants in carbon sequestration.
They are able to describe the structure and operation of machines and equipment used for seeding, fertilization and tillage, and are able to determine the key factors affecting the machine's work efficiency.
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Anu Latva-Reinikka
- Anna Tall
- Jori Lahti
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 50. Open UAS: 50.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
The student is able to explain the main factors of plant growth as well as the role of plants in carbon sequestration. The student can also describe basic anatomic, organologic and physiological concepts of plants.
The student is able to describe the structure and operation of machines and equipment used for seeding, fertilization and tillage. The student is able to determine the key factors affecting the machine's work efficiency.
Content
Plant Morphology; plant-based structures and their functions.
Plant Anatomy; a plant cell and tissues.
Plant Physiology; photosynthesis, water and plant nutrients.
Principles and objectives as well as machinery of seeding, tillage and fertilization
Materials
Material in moodle and
- Heinonen et al. (eds.). Maa, viljely ja ympäristö (appl. parts). WSOY.
Biology:Part 1. Material in Moodle
Pankakoski 1997. Puutarhurin kasvioppi or
Fagerstedt ym. 2008. Kasvioppi, siemenestä satoon
Drainage: Material in moodle and
Heinonen (toim.) Maa, viljely ja ympäristö, Luku 3 Vesitalous WSOY
Saavalainen (toim.) 1981. Salaojittajan käsikirja, osa 1a. Suomen olosuhteet kuivatusta silmällä pitäen. Salaojituksenkannatusyhdistys
Elomaa ym. 1988. Sää ja maatalous. Maaseutukeskusten liitto.
Pajula ja Triipponen (toim.) Selvitys Suomen kastelutilanteesta. Suomen ympäristö 629.
Saatavuus: http://tiny.cc/t73ikx
(tai Sadetusopas 1979 Maatalouskeskusten liitto.)
Saatavuus: http://tiny.cc/n13ikx
Pajula ja Järvenpää (toim.), 2007 Maankuivatuksen ja kastelun suunnittelu. Suomen ympäristökeskuksen raportteja 23/2007, 187 s. Julkaisu on saatavana vain verkkojulkaisuna.
Saatavuus: https://helda.helsinki.fi/bitstream/handle/10138/39840/SYKEra_23_2007.pdf sequence=1
Peltomaa 1999. Salaojien kunnossapito-opas (myös verkko-julkaisu), Salaojakeskus, Salaojituksen tukisäätiö ja Tekninen korkeakoulu.
Saatavuus: http://tiny.cc/m93ikx
Maan vesi ja ravinnetalous. Ojitus, kastelu ympäristö. (soveltuvin osin).
Saatavuus: http://tiny.cc/6c4ikx
Teaching methods
Lectures: 50 %, practicals 20 %, Assignments and independent study: 30 % which are associated with the course contents and information students have acquired on a given topic, practical problem-solving, and an exam.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students are able to study the basics of the period. The student knows plant factors such as plant growth, photosynthesis, water and nutrient uptake and reproduction. The student is able to explain the role of plants in carbon sequestration. They mainly know the structure and operation of machines and equipment used for seeding, fertilization and tillage, and are able to determine the key factors affecting the machine's work efficiency.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students are able to study course things well. ,
The student knows plant factors such as plant growth, photosynthesis, water and nutrient uptake and reproduction. The student is able to explain the functioning of plants in carbon sequestration
Students know well the structure and operation of machines and equipment used for seeding, fertilization and tillage, and are able to determine the key factors affecting the machine's work efficiency.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students are able to course things well and know how to apply them in practice.
The student is able to explain the plant factors such as plant growth, photosynthesis, water and nutrient uptake and reproduction. The student is able to explain the functioning of plants in carbon sequestration.
They are able to describe the structure and operation of machines and equipment used for seeding, fertilization and tillage, and are able to determine the key factors affecting the machine's work efficiency.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Anna Tall
- Jori Lahti
Scheduling groups
- Pienryhmä 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- Pienryhmä 2 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- Pienryhmä 3 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Student groups
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AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- Small group 1
- Small group 2
- Small group 3
Objective
The student is able to describe the machinery and equipment used in arable crop harvesting and plant protection, and is able to explain the key design factors. The student knows the principles of grain handling equipment, process of grain drying and other preservation methods of grain and grassland crops. Student is able to classify weeds into different groups and know the most common plant diseases and pests. The student is able to summarize the methods used for herbicide control and know the technology used in the work and its impact. The student is able to plan the economic and environmental aspects of the control work.
Content
Machines for harvesting and plant protection of arable crops; grain handling equipment; process of grain drying and other preservation methods of grain and grassland crops. Classification and properties of weeds; non-chemical methods for controlling weeds; herbicides and their use; plant growth regulators; plant protection technology; environmental and health effects of plant protection products; identification of major diseases and pests
Materials
Seppänen, M (toim.) 2008. Peltokasvien tuotanto. Opetushallitus.
Ansalehto ym. 1999. Laatuviljan tuotanto. Tieto tuottamaan 80. Maaseutukeskusten liitto.
Opas rukiin viljelyyn. www.vyr.fi (2010).
Saatavuus: http://www.vyr.fi/multimagazine/web/ruisopas/
Rypsin ja Rapsinviljelyopas. www.vyr.fi.
Saatavuus: http://www.vyr.fi/multimagazine/web/rypsin_rapsin_opas/fi/
Mallasohran viljelyopas. www.vyr.fi.
Saatavuus: http://www.vyr.fi/multimagazine/web/mallasohraopas/fi/
Peltonen, Puurunen ja Harmoinen (toim). 2010. Nurmirehujen tuotanto ja käyttö. Tieto tuottamaan 132. ProAgria Keskusten liitto.
Herneen tuotanto. 1993. Maaseutukeskusten liiton julkaisuja 860.
Peltonen-Sainio ym. 2005. Viljojen kehityksen ja kasvun ABC. Maa- ja elintarviketalouden tutkimuskeskus.
Tiainen R. (toim.) 2005. Maatilatalouden teknologia
Klemola, E. ym. 2002. Lohkon koon ja muodon taloudelliset vaikutukset. Työtehoseuran julkaisuja 386
Pentti, S. 2006. Peltoliikenteen optimointi. Työtehoseuran maataloustiedote 593
http://www.vyr.fi/fin/in-english
Jones, J. Benton. 2003. Agronomic handbook : management of crops, soils and their fertility
Teaching methods
-Lectures
-Assignments
Student workload
Total workload of the course is 108 h which consists of lectures and assignments.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student is aware of the machines of grain and grassland crop harvesting and plant protection. Student is aware of grain handling equipment, grain drying and other preservation methods of grain and grassland crops. Student knows the classification of weeds and know the most common plant diseases and pests as well as know some control methods of weeds.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student knows the machines of grain and grassland crop harvesting and plant protection. Student knows grain handling equipment, grain drying and other preservation methods of grain and grassland crops. Student is able to classify weeds and know the common plant diseases and pests as well as know the control methods of weeds.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student is capable of choosing the most appropriate machines for grain and grassland crop harvesting and plant protection. Student can utilize his knowledge of grain handling equipment, grain drying and other preservation methods of grain and grassland crops. Student utilizes the knowledge of knowing weeds and the most common plant diseases and pests as well as the control methods of weeds.
Assessment methods and criteria
Assignments
Qualifications
It is recommended to study the following courses first: soil and water management, plant growth and arable crops or to have knowledge of those contents
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Anna Tall
- Jori Lahti
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
The student is able to describe the machinery and equipment used in arable crop harvesting and plant protection, and is able to explain the key design factors. The student knows the principles of grain handling equipment, process of grain drying and other preservation methods of grain and grassland crops. Student is able to classify weeds into different groups and know the most common plant diseases and pests. The student is able to summarize the methods used for herbicide control and know the technology used in the work and its impact. The student is able to plan the economic and environmental aspects of the control work.
Content
Machines for harvesting and plant protection of arable crops; grain handling equipment; process of grain drying and other preservation methods of grain and grassland crops. Classification and properties of weeds; non-chemical methods for controlling weeds; herbicides and their use; plant growth regulators; plant protection technology; environmental and health effects of plant protection products; identification of major diseases and pests
Materials
Seppänen, M (toim.) 2008. Peltokasvien tuotanto. Opetushallitus.
Ansalehto ym. 1999. Laatuviljan tuotanto. Tieto tuottamaan 80. Maaseutukeskusten liitto.
Opas rukiin viljelyyn. www.vyr.fi (2010).
Saatavuus: http://www.vyr.fi/multimagazine/web/ruisopas/
Rypsin ja Rapsinviljelyopas. www.vyr.fi.
Saatavuus: http://www.vyr.fi/multimagazine/web/rypsin_rapsin_opas/fi/
Mallasohran viljelyopas. www.vyr.fi.
Saatavuus: http://www.vyr.fi/multimagazine/web/mallasohraopas/fi/
Peltonen, Puurunen ja Harmoinen (toim). 2010. Nurmirehujen tuotanto ja käyttö. Tieto tuottamaan 132. ProAgria Keskusten liitto.
Herneen tuotanto. 1993. Maaseutukeskusten liiton julkaisuja 860.
Peltonen-Sainio ym. 2005. Viljojen kehityksen ja kasvun ABC. Maa- ja elintarviketalouden tutkimuskeskus.
Tiainen R. (toim.) 2005. Maatilatalouden teknologia
Klemola, E. ym. 2002. Lohkon koon ja muodon taloudelliset vaikutukset. Työtehoseuran julkaisuja 386
Pentti, S. 2006. Peltoliikenteen optimointi. Työtehoseuran maataloustiedote 593
http://www.vyr.fi/fin/in-english
Jones, J. Benton. 2003. Agronomic handbook : management of crops, soils and their fertility
Teaching methods
-Lectures
-Assignments
Student workload
Total workload of the course is 108 h which consists of lectures and assignments.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student is aware of the machines of grain and grassland crop harvesting and plant protection. Student is aware of grain handling equipment, grain drying and other preservation methods of grain and grassland crops. Student knows the classification of weeds and know the most common plant diseases and pests as well as know some control methods of weeds.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student knows the machines of grain and grassland crop harvesting and plant protection. Student knows grain handling equipment, grain drying and other preservation methods of grain and grassland crops. Student is able to classify weeds and know the common plant diseases and pests as well as know the control methods of weeds.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student is capable of choosing the most appropriate machines for grain and grassland crop harvesting and plant protection. Student can utilize his knowledge of grain handling equipment, grain drying and other preservation methods of grain and grassland crops. Student utilizes the knowledge of knowing weeds and the most common plant diseases and pests as well as the control methods of weeds.
Assessment methods and criteria
Assignments
Qualifications
It is recommended to study the following courses first: soil and water management, plant growth and arable crops or to have knowledge of those contents
Enrollment
11.03.2025 - 12.04.2025
Timing
01.05.2025 - 31.08.2025
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Samu Palander
Responsible person
Samu Palander
Objective
The students are able to monitor, plan, evaluate and develop operations of a poultry production unit taking into account animal performance, health and welfare as well as economy and environmental responsibility. The students are able to take part in professional discussions on poultry farming.
Content
Specific characteristics of poultry regarding nutrition and production biology, feeds and their potential, technological solutions and digital control, production monitoring, profitability, objectives and principal operation of international poultry breeding, current topics in health care, important subjects relating to the planning of preventive health care, preventing of common production diseases
Materials
Scanes, C. G., Brant, George & Ensminger, M.E. 2004. Poultry science. Pearson Prentice Hall
Leeson, S. & Summers, J. D. 2008. Commercial poultry nutrition. Nottingham Univ. Press.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The students can monitor and plan feed consumption of poultry, and produce feeding plans as well as collect information for planning of health care when advised. They can explain objectives and significance of poultry breeding and genetics. They can describe and compare technological solutions.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The students can plan feeding and production. They are able to evaluate and explain possibilities of pig breeding and health care. They can recognize the effects of feeding and housing conditions on performance and health. They can justifiably compare and choose solutions for feeding and technology.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The students can take into account and apply the facts of nutrition and production biology when planning poultry production. They are able to independently search for information and apply it for problem solving and for justifying the solutions. They can form a broad multidisciplinary view combining biological, technological, economic and environmental points.
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Jussi-Matti Kallio
Student groups
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IEPFF24FFrom Field to Fork
Objective
The student gets familiar with Finnish agriculture and agri-entreprunership by working at farm or other agricultural place. Intership place will be chosen together with SeAMK practising councellor.
Before working at farm student is learning how to connect different machines and trailers to a tractor and use them correctly and safely. He will be aware of the dangers involved in using the machines.
The student gets basic abilities for working with livestock.
Content
Working at farm or other agricultural place.
Practical work with animals.
Machines:
- Familiarizing oneself with the basic farming machinery
- Using tractors with machines/trailers connected to them
- Work safety
- Knowledge and skills in maintenance of farm machinery
Materials
Material announced by teachers.
Teaching methods
Practical training (animal production and farm machines). Written work, animal production.
Completion alternatives
Previous work experience. Studification of work.
Student workload
Practical training in animal production 24 h, practical training with farm machines 20 h, autonomous studying 10 h.
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
.Passed/Failed
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved: Active participation in practical training. The student is able to work safely.
Failed: No attend to practical training or disregard of instructions at working place.
Assessment methods and criteria
Active participation in practical training (100%). Accepted test in the use of farm machines and written work.
Qualifications
None.
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 28.11.2024
Credits
10 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Jyrki Rajakorpi
- Matti Ryhänen
Student groups
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AGRO22TABachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student is familiar with agriculture production and diversity of rural entrepreneurship. He/she masters the rules of law within agribusiness and knows the basics of production economy. He /she is able to search new information in academic publications and utilize the information to solve problems in plant production and animal husbandry.
Content
- Theory and the real world , economic review of production processes, production technology and operational environment as a restraint, profit maximization and minimization of costs, connection between theory and practice and its utilization in economic decision making within plant production and animal husbandry
Materials
Kay, Edwards & Duffy 2019. Farm Management. McGraw-Hill. p. 121-172. Ryhänen & Sipiläinen (2018). Maatalousyrityksen johtaminen ja toiminnan kehittäminen. Ryhänen ja Laitila (eds.) 2012. Yhteistyö ja resurssit maitotiloilla : verkostomaisen yrittämisen lähtökohtia ja edellytyksiä. Seinäjoen ammattikorkeakoulun julkaisuja B 59. Material made and given by teacher
Teaching methods
Lessons, writing essay, presentations, farm visits, and distance learning
Employer connections
During the course students visit at different farms. Students interview farm entrepreneurs how they manage their farms and how they seek to improve the profitability of their farms. Farm entrepreneurs tell about their solutions and ways of action.
Exam schedules
Three examination possibilities during year.
Student workload
About 75 hours of theory teaching as class working and about 190 hours of independent learning.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
(1)The student masters the basics of production economy and its economical cornerstones and the terms of production theory satisfactorily. He /she is able to utilize production economy in decision making and can apply production theory in practice satisfactorily.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
(3)The student masters the basics of production economy and its economical cornerstones and the principles of production theory. He/she masters the terms of production theory and is able to utilize production economy in decision making well. He/she can apply production theory in practice and is able to solve practical economic problems well.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
(5) The student masters the basics of production economy and its economical cornerstones and the principles of production theory excellently. He /she
can solve theoretical optimizing assignments orally, graphically and mathematically. He/she can apply production theory in practice and is able to solve practical economic problems at an advanced level.
Assessment methods and criteria
Lessons, writing essay, presentations, farm visits, and distance learning
Qualifications
Basics of agribusiness
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.10.2024 - 15.12.2024
Credits
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Anu Katila
- Helena Myllymäki
Student groups
-
AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student is able to
- explain the character of project work and determine when the project work model is useful
- present the basic knowledge and skills on the basis of which he/she can participate in project work and project planning
- explain concepts connected with projects, content of a project plan, project time planing and supervising (life circle)
- present tasks connected with the different phases of the project cycle
- introduce or carry out project
Content
concepts and methods of project work
- project phases and process
- project plan (time, resource and cost planning)
- project organisation and interest groups
- changes, risks and problems in project work
- project communication and reporting
- concluding a project
Materials
A textbook in project management and Project management competence 3.0 ( http://www.pry.fi/UserFiles/33fa4818-2dbf-44aa-a497-0e74914327b1/Web/IPMA-sertifiointi/ENG/PMAF_NCB_3.0_v1.3.pdf )
Teaching methods
Contact teaching, group and personal assignments
Completion alternatives
Previous similar studies - recognition of competence
Studying work - an ongoing project in working life
Student workload
81 h, the main part of which is used for project planning and implementation
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows the main project management concepts and methods . He is able to make a project plan , and he has an understanding of the project implementation and management
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student knows well the main project concepts and management techniques . He is able to do different kind of project plans , and he has a good understanding of the project implementation and management.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student knows perfectly the main project concepts and methods. He is able to do different kind of project plans and analyze them. He a very good understanding of the project implementation and management and leadership.
Qualifications
No prerequisites
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 09.10.2024
Timing
23.09.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
2 - 10
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Teija Rönkä
Student groups
-
IEPFF24FFrom Field to Fork
Objective
The student will build a project concerning bioeconomy, food system or rural development. He will understand and be able to evaluate the demands associated with the duties of bioeconomy and rural entrepreunership. The students' problem-solving and information acquisition abilities as well as communication skills are developed in this type of project studies.
Content
Concepts and methods of project work
- project phases and process
- project plan (time, resource and cost planning)
- possible organisation and interest groups
- changes, risks and problems in project work
- project communication, reporting and presentation
- opposing a course mate’s report and presentation
- concluding the project
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows the main project management concepts and methods. The student is able to make a project plan and he has an understanding of the project implementation and management.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student knows well the main project concepts and management techniques. The student is able to draw up a project plan and has a good understanding of the project implementation and management. The report and presentation are presented clearly.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student knows perfectly the main project concepts and methods. The student is able to draw up a functional entity from starting of the project to the project end including analysing the results and outcome. The student has an excellent understanding of the project implementation, management and leadership.
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 01.11.2024
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Juha Tiainen
- Jori Lahti
- Jari Luokkakallio
Scheduling groups
- Pienryhmä 1 (Size: 12. Open UAS: 0.)
- Pienryhmä 2 (Size: 12. Open UAS: 0.)
- Pienryhmä 3 (Size: 12. Open UAS: 0.)
- Pienryhmä 4 (Size: 12. Open UAS: 0.)
Student groups
-
AGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- Small group 1
- Small group 2
- Small group 3
- Small group 4
Objective
The student is able to explain the main factors of soil influencing plant growth as well as the role of soil as carbon sink. The student is able to determine the objectives of fertilization and liming based on soil data taking into account environment, sustainability and circular economy.
The student is able to describe the factors related to the formation, composition, function and quality of soil. The student is able to define the soil types and their properties, and is able to apply data in agricultural use.
The student is able to explain basic meteorological concepts and is able to explain the factors influencing weather phenomena, especially in Finnish conditions.
The student is able to assess the need for drying and irrigation required for arable farming and to present different drying and irrigation methods.
Content
The chemical, physical and biological condition of the soil and their importance for crop cultivation.
Nutrient cycles and environmental effects of nutrients, fertilization according to plant need and environmental support conditions, fertilizers including livestock manure and other organic and circular fertilizers,
Soil formation, soil types and their properties, soil minerals and soil organic matter,
Weather observations, Climate zones and Finland's climate, meso- and micro-climates, Weather services for farming,
Principles of soil water management, drainage and irrigation methods.
Materials
Maan vesi- ja ravinnetalous Ojitus, kastelu ja ympäristö, https://www.salaojayhdistys.fi/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/web_maanvesijaravinnetalous_B5_2016.pdf , luvut 2-9
Teaching methods
On line teaching 20%, laboratorywork and field observations (compulsory presence) 20 %, distance learning and tasks 60 %
Exam schedules
No exams
Student workload
Meteorology 27h: teaching 5 h, learning curve and independent learning 22h
Pellon vesitalous 27 h: teaching 5 h, learning curve and independent learning 22 h
Maaperä ja lannoitus 81h: teaching 13 h, exercises and field observations 20 h, learning curve and independent learning 48 h,
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students are able to study the basics of the period.
The student mainly knows the nutrients in soil and is able to determine the main objectives of fertilization and liming based on soil data.
The student knows the factors related to the formation, composition and function of soil, soil types and their properties.
The student knows basic meteorological concepts and is able to explain the factors influencing weather phenomena, especially in Finnish conditions.
The student knows the need for drying and irrigation required for arable farming and to present different drying and irrigation methods.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students are able to study course things well.
The student knows well the nutrients in soil and is able to determine the objectives of fertilization and liming based on soil data.
The student knows well the factors related to the formation composition and function of soil, soil types and their properties.
The student knows well basic meteorological concepts and is able to explain the factors influencing weather phenomena, especially in Finnish conditions.
The student is able to assess the need for drying and irrigation required for arable farming and to present different drying and irrigation methods.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students are able to course things well and know how to apply them in practice.
The student knows well the nutrients in soil and is able to determine the fertilization and liming based on soil data.
The student is able to describe the factors related to the formation and composition and function of soil, soil types and their properties.
The student is able to explain meteorological concepts and is able to explain the factors influencing weather phenomena.
The student is able to assess the need for drying and irrigation required for arable farming and to present different drying and irrigation methods, based on local conditions.
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Juha Tiainen
- Jari Luokkakallio
- Jori Lahti
Scheduling groups
- Pienryhmä 1 (Size: 12. Open UAS: 0.)
- Pienryhmä 2 (Size: 12. Open UAS: 0.)
- Pienryhmä 3 (Size: 12. Open UAS: 0.)
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 50. Open UAS: 50.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Small group 1
- Small group 2
- Small group 3
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
The student is able to explain the main factors of soil influencing plant growth as well as the role of soil as carbon sink. The student is able to determine the objectives of fertilization and liming based on soil data taking into account environment, sustainability and circular economy.
The student is able to describe the factors related to the formation, composition, function and quality of soil. The student is able to define the soil types and their properties, and is able to apply data in agricultural use.
The student is able to explain basic meteorological concepts and is able to explain the factors influencing weather phenomena, especially in Finnish conditions.
The student is able to assess the need for drying and irrigation required for arable farming and to present different drying and irrigation methods.
Content
The chemical, physical and biological condition of the soil and their importance for crop cultivation.
Nutrient cycles and environmental effects of nutrients, fertilization according to plant need and environmental support conditions, fertilizers including livestock manure and other organic and circular fertilizers,
Soil formation, soil types and their properties, soil minerals and soil organic matter,
Weather observations, Climate zones and Finland's climate, meso- and micro-climates, Weather services for farming,
Principles of soil water management, drainage and irrigation methods.
Materials
Maan vesi- ja ravinnetalous Ojitus, kastelu ja ympäristö, https://www.salaojayhdistys.fi/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/web_maanvesijaravinnetalous_B5_2016.pdf , luvut 2-9
Teaching methods
On line teaching 20%, laboratorywork and field observations (compulsory presence) 20 %, distance learning and tasks 60 %
Exam schedules
No exams
Student workload
Meteorology 27h: teaching 5 h, learning curve and independent learning 22h
Pellon vesitalous 27 h: teaching 5 h, learning curve and independent learning 22 h
Maaperä ja lannoitus 81h: teaching 13 h, exercises and field observations 20 h, learning curve and independent learning 48 h,
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students are able to study the basics of the period.
The student mainly knows the nutrients in soil and is able to determine the main objectives of fertilization and liming based on soil data.
The student knows the factors related to the formation, composition and function of soil, soil types and their properties.
The student knows basic meteorological concepts and is able to explain the factors influencing weather phenomena, especially in Finnish conditions.
The student knows the need for drying and irrigation required for arable farming and to present different drying and irrigation methods.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students are able to study course things well.
The student knows well the nutrients in soil and is able to determine the objectives of fertilization and liming based on soil data.
The student knows well the factors related to the formation composition and function of soil, soil types and their properties.
The student knows well basic meteorological concepts and is able to explain the factors influencing weather phenomena, especially in Finnish conditions.
The student is able to assess the need for drying and irrigation required for arable farming and to present different drying and irrigation methods.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students are able to course things well and know how to apply them in practice.
The student knows well the nutrients in soil and is able to determine the fertilization and liming based on soil data.
The student is able to describe the factors related to the formation and composition and function of soil, soil types and their properties.
The student is able to explain meteorological concepts and is able to explain the factors influencing weather phenomena.
The student is able to assess the need for drying and irrigation required for arable farming and to present different drying and irrigation methods, based on local conditions.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 21.02.2025
Timing
03.03.2025 - 30.04.2025
Credits
3 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Jori Lahti
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
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AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student knows the effects of machinery weight, tire pressure and different tire types on soil compaction risk. The student also knows the effects of soil type and moisture on soil compaction risk. The student is able to determine tire loads and soil compaction risks on different tire loads and tire pressures using “Compaction Calculator” and “Balance Calculator”. The student is able to utilise tire markings, the information on tire manuals on agricultural wheels and Terranimo on comparing tires and planning of soil compaction risk reducement. The student is able to determine the soil compaction risks of a farm’s machinery and can develop a plan to reduce soil compaction risks.
Content
The impact of machinery weight and tire pressure, as well as different tire options, on compaction risk
The impact of soil moisture and soil type on compaction risk
Determining tire loads and tire pressures
Tire markings and tire manuals
Compaction risks of machinery chains
Plan to reduce compaction risks
Compaction calculator
Balance calculator
Terranimo
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows the effects of machinery weight, tire pressure and different tire types on soil compaction risks and knows how to read tire markings.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student knows the effects of machinery weight, tire pressure, different tire types, soil moisture and soil type on soil compaction risks. The student knows how to make use of tire markings and determines the soil compaction risks of a farm’s machinery and can develop a plan to reduce soil compaction risks.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student knows the effects of machinery weight, tire pressure, different tire types, soil moisture and soil type on soil compaction risks. The student knows how to make use of tire markings and determines the soil compaction risks of a farm’s machinery and can develop a plan to reduce soil compaction risks. The student is able to utilize “Balance Calculator”, “Compaction Calculator”, Terranimo and the information on tire manuals.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 10.04.2025
Timing
22.04.2025 - 31.10.2025
Credits
2 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Janne Heikkinen
- Jori Lahti
- Jari Luokkakallio
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student can create a plot-specific soil health management plan based on the topics and tasks of previous courses. The student can integrate physical, chemical, and biological factors limiting growth conditions into the management plan and design a comprehensive plan to eliminate these limiting factors from the field plot. The student understands the importance of various restoration measures and can include the correct implementation methods and order of these measures in the management plan to achieve the best results
Content
Creating a soil fertility management plan based on the knowledge gained from previous courses, various materials, and research.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student is able to create a plot-specific soil health management plan. The student can consider the physical, chemical, and biological factors limiting soil fertility in their management plan and can design a plan to eliminate these limiting factors from the field plot.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student is able to create a plot-specific soil health management plan. The student can integrate the physical, chemical, and biological factors limiting soil fertility into the management plan and can design a comprehensive plan to eliminate these limiting factors from the field plot.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student is able to create a plot-specific soil health management plan. The student can integrate the physical, chemical, and biological factors limiting soil fertility into the management plan and can design a comprehensive plan to eliminate these limiting factors from the field plot. The student understands the importance of different restoration actions and can outline the correct implementation methods and sequence of these actions in the management plan to achieve the best possible outcome.
Qualifications
Previous studies: Wintertime soil health assessment 4 ETCS, Soil compaction risks 3 ETCS, Assessment of Soil Structure and Drainage Situation 3 ECTS
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 31.12.2024
Timing
17.03.2025 - 17.04.2025
Credits
2 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Juha Tiainen
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
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AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
After the course, the student can…
• assess solar energy production as part of energy demand and consumption
• utilize the knowledge for developing the energy needs of companies and organizations
• Recognise the possibilites and limits of using solar energy in working life
• Understand the steps involved in installing solar energy
Content
Introduction, objectives and practices, assignment
Solar energy potential and seasonal variation
Solar energy production and technologies
Solar energy business and feasibility calculations
Case studies and energy production subsidies
Materials
Material shown by the lecturer.
Teaching methods
Weblearning by the schedule shown by the lecturer.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The assingments is a partly missing the real subject
The subject is schematic.
The work is unstructured and the boundaries are unclear
The results to be achieved are unclear.
There are development goals set for project work, but they remain loose and unsubstantiated
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The assignment is useful and well-grounded for working life.
The assignment handle current issues, but it is common in the field
The work is based on knowledge and its limits are clear.
The results of the assignments are aimed at practical value and the purpose of the work is to bring a new perspective to the topic.
The role of the working life is taken into account.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The work is useful for practical activities and relevant for the working life and its development.
The work is relevant, new, creative, and demanding.
The limits are clear.
The results of the assignment aim to add value and the aim of the work is to bring a new innovative perspective to the topic.
The purpose and objectives of the work are well justified from the viewpoint of working life and knowledge base. The results of the work will be applied to the development of the circular economy
Assessment methods and criteria
Net exam.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The assingments is a partly missing the real subject
The subject is schematic.
The work is unstructured and the boundaries are unclear
The results to be achieved are unclear.
There are development goals set for project work, but they remain loose and unsubstantiated
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The assignment is useful and well-grounded for working life.
The assignment handle current issues, but it is common in the field
The work is based on knowledge and its limits are clear.
The results of the assignments are aimed at practical value and the purpose of the work is to bring a new perspective to the topic.
The role of the working life is taken into account.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
The work is useful for practical activities and relevant for the working life and its development.
The work is relevant, new, creative, and demanding.
The limits are clear.
The results of the assignment aim to add value and the aim of the work is to bring a new innovative perspective to the topic.
The purpose and objectives of the work are well justified from the viewpoint of working life and knowledge base. The results of the work will be applied to the development of the circular economy
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 12.10.2024
Timing
24.09.2024 - 18.11.2024
Credits
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Anu Katila
Student groups
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
-
AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
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MAGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources
Objective
Student learns about sales in retail and agricultural trade.
Student receives certificate of Mestarimyyjä.
Content
Learning material produced by K - ryhmä on sales work related to security, sustainability and accountability
Materials
Learning material is provided on a separate online course platform.
Teaching methods
Distance learning
Employer connections
Material by K-Group Master Sales Training
Completion alternatives
Recognition of competence if the corresponding studies have been completed within five years.
Student workload
54 hours
Further information
K-Group Master Sales Training provides students up-to-date information on the agricultural trade and retail business
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Accepted: Student completed online course assignments on schedule and passed the online exam
Assessment methods and criteria
successful completion of the online course
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 13.01.2025
Timing
30.09.2024 - 19.12.2025
Credits
20 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Marjo Latva-Kyyny
Student groups
-
AGRO22TABachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
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AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The aim of the practice is to deepen the knowledge and skills in the student's field of specialization and to get to know the requirements of working life. The aim of the practical training is to provide student with an opportunity to acquire international work experience and to support the goals of internationalization. Through the practice, the student builds his or her professional identity in the field. Practical training is a part of career planning. The student learns to consider the activities of his / her internship from the perspective of different aspects of sustainable development. The student learns to analyze his / her own competence and its development needs
Content
Students may do their practical training in rural industries in Finland or abroad.
Teaching methods
Practising, working as a member of work community and portfolio
Employer connections
Practical training
Student workload
520 hours of work done and 20 hours of reporting
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved: Student has done practical training has made the practice-related reporting approved
Failed: Student has not done practical training and / or reporting
Assessment methods and criteria
Training hours completed and reports returned
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 19.02.2025
Timing
01.08.2024 - 31.12.2026
Credits
20 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Marjo Latva-Kyyny
Student groups
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
Objective
The aim of the practice is to deepen the knowledge and skills in the student's field of specialization and to get to know the requirements of working life. The aim of the practical training is to provide student with an opportunity to acquire international work experience and to support the goals of internationalization. Through the practice, the student builds his or her professional identity in the field. Practical training is a part of career planning. The student learns to consider the activities of his / her internship from the perspective of different aspects of sustainable development. The student learns to analyze his / her own competence and its development needs
Content
Students may do their practical training in rural industries in Finland or abroad.
Teaching methods
Practising, working as a member of work community and portfolio
Employer connections
Practical training
Student workload
520 hours of work done and 20 hours of reporting
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved: Student has done practical training has made the practice-related reporting approved
Failed: Student has not done practical training and / or reporting
Assessment methods and criteria
Training hours completed and reports returned
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Sari Rimpelä
Student groups
-
AGRO22TABachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
-
AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
Understanding and competence to interpret ordinary (agricultural) statistical information and to process and present data. Excel and Webropol basic skills
Content
Basic statistical concepts; processing and presentation of quantitative data with Excel; distribution and descriptive statistics and their interpretation; correlation and regression; the role of statistical analyses of data and the concept of statistical significance of difference
Materials
Material announced by the lecturer
Teaching methods
Lectures and assignments
Student workload
Total work load of the course: 52 h
- of which scheduled studies: 21 h
- of which autonomous studies: 31 h
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved - Approved assignments. The student is able to compile a questionnaire and process the data obtained from it using Excel (or other software). The student is able to calculate the key figures and describe the material graphically as well as the concept of statistical dependence.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Sari Rimpelä
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) 1 (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student) 1
Objective
Understanding and competence to interpret ordinary (agricultural) statistical information and to process and present data. Excel and Webropol basic skills
Content
Basic statistical concepts; processing and presentation of quantitative data with Excel; distribution and descriptive statistics and their interpretation; correlation and regression; the role of statistical analyses of data and the concept of statistical significance of difference
Materials
Material announced by the lecturer
Teaching methods
Lectures and assignments, online-teaching
Student workload
Total work load of the course: 52 h
- of which scheduled studies: 12 h
- of which autonomous studies: 40 h
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved - Approved assignments. The student is able to compile a questionnaire and process the data obtained from it using Excel (or other software). The student is able to calculate the key figures and describe the material graphically as well as the concept of statistical dependence.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
20.01.2025 - 15.03.2025
Credits
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Anu Latva-Reinikka
- Samu Palander
- Leena Arjanne
- Kirta Nieminen
- Merja Kyntäjä
Student groups
-
BIELI24Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology, Full-time studies
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AGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
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RESTO24Bachelor of Hospitality Management, Full-time studies
Objective
The student knows the origin and history of food, from primary production to the consumer. Student is able to combine future studies knowledge of primary production, food industry, trade and catering services, processes and thus is able to solve their own special area development issues as part of a whole and will be able to cooperate with other stair experts chain. Student can identify changes in the food chain in action in recent years.
Content
-the main crops of Finnish agricultural production and the use of food as well as quality factors
-animal husbandry: the main products and fodders, as well as the main product quality factors
-most significant global food raw materials and product features
-basic technological processes in the bakery-, dairy- and meat sector, the quality of the raw material and its importance in production processes
-basic food processing methods and the importance of the quality elements of food service production
-the main dimensions of quality which are common for the whole food chain
-main actors working in the food chain and employability in Finland
Materials
Will be assigned at the beginning of the course and researched during lectures
Teaching methods
Lectures
Assignments
Group work
Online materia
Student workload
The work load of the study is 134 hours:
-lectures
-workshops
-Independent study
-Group Work
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student is able to describe the production processes of domestic staple foods in agriculture and the food industry, as well as the operating methods of typical food services. The student knows how to use key professional terminology to describe the operation of the different areas of the food chain and their interfaces.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student knows how to take into account the connections of other activities in the food chain related to his own field of study. At a basic level, the student can compare production processes between different foods and forms of production and service and give examples of the importance of each part of the food chain in the formation of quality.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student is able to form an overall view of the operation of the food chain, taking into account the natural scientific and social conditions and goals of production, and is able to plan the operation of the chain taking these into account. The student can apply the knowledge of the domestic food chain and its quality requirements and combine examples of well-known food ingredients from the global market into the chain.
Assessment methods and criteria
Based on assignments and student's active participation
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 07.03.2025
Credits
3 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Samu Palander
- Anu Latva-Reinikka
- Kirta Nieminen
- Leena Arjanne
- Merja Kyntäjä
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
- Ristiinopiskelu (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO25Bachelor of Natural Resources
-
MRESTO25Bachelor of Hospitality Management, Part-time studies
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MBIELI25Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology, Part-time studies
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
- Cross Studies
Objective
The student knows the origin and history of food, from primary production to the consumer. Student is able to combine future studies knowledge of primary production, food industry, trade and catering services, processes and thus is able to solve their own special area development issues as part of a whole and will be able to cooperate with other stair experts chain. Student can identify changes in the food chain in action in recent years.
Content
-the main crops of Finnish agricultural production and the use of food as well as quality factors
-animal husbandry: the main products and fodders, as well as the main product quality factors
-most significant global food raw materials and product features
-basic technological processes in the bakery-, dairy- and meat sector, the quality of the raw material and its importance in production processes
-basic food processing methods and the importance of the quality elements of food service production
-the main dimensions of quality which are common for the whole food chain
-main actors working in the food chain and employability in Finland
Materials
Will be assigned at the beginning of the course and researched during lectures
Teaching methods
Lectures online
Assignments
Group work
Online material
Student workload
The work load of the study is 134 hours:
-lectures
-workshops
-Independent study
-Group Work
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student is able to describe the production processes of domestic staple foods in agriculture and the food industry, as well as the operating methods of typical food services. The student knows how to use key professional terminology to describe the operation of the different areas of the food chain and their interfaces.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student knows how to take into account the connections of other activities in the food chain related to his own field of study. At a basic level, the student can compare production processes between different foods and forms of production and service and give examples of the importance of each part of the food chain in the formation of quality.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student is able to form an overall view of the operation of the food chain, taking into account the natural scientific and social conditions and goals of production, and is able to plan the operation of the chain taking these into account. The student can apply the knowledge of the domestic food chain and its quality requirements and combine examples of well-known food ingredients from the global market into the chain.
Assessment methods and criteria
Based on assignments and student's active participation
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 31.12.2024
Timing
01.01.2025 - 25.04.2025
Credits
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Samu Palander
- Kirta Nieminen
- Merja Kyntäjä
Student groups
-
TAVAYLARUOKA24SSecondary-Education Pathway Studies, Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student knows the origin and history of food, from primary production to the consumer. Student is able to combine future studies knowledge of primary production, food industry, trade and catering services, processes and thus is able to solve their own special area development issues as part of a whole and will be able to cooperate with other stair experts chain. Student can identify changes in the food chain in action in recent years.
Content
-the main crops of Finnish agricultural production and the use of food as well as quality factors
-animal husbandry: the main products and fodders, as well as the main product quality factors
-most significant global food raw materials and product features
-basic technological processes in the bakery-, dairy- and meat sector, the quality of the raw material and its importance in production processes
-basic food processing methods and the importance of the quality elements of food service production
-the main dimensions of quality which are common for the whole food chain
-main actors working in the food chain and employability in Finland
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student is able to describe the production processes of domestic staple foods in agriculture and the food industry, as well as the operating methods of typical food services. The student knows how to use key professional terminology to describe the operation of the different areas of the food chain and their interfaces.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student knows how to take into account the connections of other activities in the food chain related to his own field of study. At a basic level, the student can compare production processes between different foods and forms of production and service and give examples of the importance of each part of the food chain in the formation of quality.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student is able to form an overall view of the operation of the food chain, taking into account the natural scientific and social conditions and goals of production, and is able to plan the operation of the chain taking into account these starting points. The student can apply his knowledge of the domestic food chain and its quality requirements and combine examples of well-known food ingredients from the global market into the chain.
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 09.10.2024
Timing
02.10.2024 - 04.10.2024
Credits
1 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- English
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Anu Katila
- Marjo Latva-Kyyny
Student groups
-
AGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
Student learns to know Estonian agriculture as general, rural enterprises and modern farms. Student gets to know other members of tour and is building her/his network .
Content
Study trip to Estonian agriculture and rural areas.
Teaching methods
Studytrip to Estonian farms
Employer connections
Studyvisits at companies
International connections
Estonian agriculture and rural enterprises
Student workload
3 days study visits + raport
Further information
Voluntary studyvisit
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Accepted: participation to study trip. During study trip student shows his competence through discussions, compared to competence goals
Assessment methods and criteria
Participate in study trip and raport
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 27.01.2025
Timing
20.01.2025 - 04.04.2025
Credits
3 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Anu Latva-Reinikka
- Eija Putula-Hautala
- Merja Kyntäjä
- Teija Rönkä
Student groups
-
BIELI24Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology, Full-time studies
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AGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
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RESTO24Bachelor of Hospitality Management, Full-time studies
Objective
Student knows the dimensions of the responsible food chain. Those dimensions are environmental impacts of the food chain, food safety, nutrition, well-being at work, animal welfare, economic responsibility and local market presence.
Content
- The significance of responsible food chain in globally
- Environmental responsibility of the food chain
- Safety food and traceability
- Nutritional recommendations
- Well-being at work
- Animal welfare as one dimension of the responsible food chain
- Economic responsibility and local market presence
Materials
Material assigned by teachers.
Teaching methods
Independent web-studies.
Lectures and assingments during lectures
Student workload
Totally 80 h.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
x
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
The course is graded as pass/fail.
Pass: The student knows the dimensions of the responsible food chain.
Assessment methods and criteria
Approved assignments and participation.
Qualifications
Structure of Food Chain
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 27.01.2025
Timing
03.02.2025 - 04.04.2025
Credits
3 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Anu Latva-Reinikka
- Eija Putula-Hautala
- Merja Kyntäjä
- Teija Rönkä
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
- Ristiinopiskelu (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO25Bachelor of Natural Resources
-
MRESTO25Bachelor of Hospitality Management, Part-time studies
-
MBIELI25Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology, Part-time studies
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
- Cross Studies
Objective
Student knows the dimensions of the responsible food chain. Those dimensions are environmental impacts of the food chain, food safety, nutrition, well-being at work, animal welfare, economic responsibility and local market presence.
Content
- The significance of responsible food chain in globally
- Environmental responsibility of the food chain
- Safety food and traceability
- Nutritional recommendations
- Well-being at work
- Animal welfare as one dimension of the responsible food chain
- Economic responsibility and local market presence
Materials
Material assigned by teachers.
Teaching methods
Lectures, group work, autonomous studies.
Student workload
81 h
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
x
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
The course is graded as pass/fail.
Pass: The student knows the dimensions of the responsible food chain.
Assessment methods and criteria
Approved assignments.
Qualifications
Structure of Food Chain
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 31.12.2024
Timing
03.02.2025 - 04.04.2025
Credits
3 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Degree Programme in Food and Hospitality
- Open University of Applied Sciences
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Eija Putula-Hautala
- Merja Kyntäjä
- Teija Rönkä
Student groups
-
TAVAYLARUOKA24SSecondary-Education Pathway Studies, Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
Student knows the dimensions of the responsible food chain: environmental impacts of the food chain, food safety, nutrition, well-being at work, animal welfare, economic responsibility and local market presence. He/she is able to use this knowledge in later studies and is able to follow and participate in the discussion on the responsibility of the food chain in the media. The students are able to evaluate the reliability of information and are able to find reliable sources on topics related to responsibility in the food chain.
Content
• The significance of responsible food chain in globally
• Environmental responsibility of the food chain
• Food safety and traceability
• Nutritional recommendations
• Well-being at work
• Animal welfare as one dimension of the responsible food chain
• Economic responsibility and local market presence
Materials
Heikkurinen, M. (2012). Vastuullisuus ruokaketjussa: Eväitä johtamiseen, mittaamiseen ja viestintään. MTT.
Heikkurinen, P., Jalkanen, L., Järvinen, M., Katajajuuri, J-M., Koistinen, L., Kotro, J., Riipi, I., Forsman-Hugg, S., Järvelä, K., Mäkelä, J., Pesonen, H-M., & Ulvila, K-M. (2012). Vastuullisuus ruokaketjussa. Eväitä johtamiseen, mittaamiseen ja viestintään. Maa- ja elintarviketalouden tutkimuskeskus (MTT). 26 s.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can name and define most of the dimensions of responsibility in the food chain. He/she is able to evaluate the reliability of the information and retrieve reliable information on the subject occasionally. The student shows an interest in different areas of responsibility. They follow the given instructions and work within the given schedule in some respects.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can define and present the different dimensions of food chain responsibility. He/she is able to evaluate the reliability of information and to name and search for sources of reliable information in different areas of food chain responsibility. Students can refer to professional writings in the field and use the latest knowledge in their work for the most part. The student observes the need for development in his/her own activities.
The students exhibit analytical ability in their activities. They are able to follow the given instructions and work within the given schedule with minor exceptions.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can define and explain the different dimensions of responsibility in the food chain reliably. Students are able to evaluate the reliability of information and are able to use sources of reliable information extensively. The student can refer to and interpret professional writings in the field and uses the latest information justifiably.
Students are prepared to apply what they have learned to practice and to develop their own and their work community's activities. They can follow the given instructions and act on the specified schedule during the process.
Qualifications
Structure of Food Chain
Enrollment
15.04.2024 - 31.12.2024
Timing
20.01.2025 - 15.03.2025
Credits
3 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Jari Luokkakallio
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
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AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
Student has an overall view on sustainable nutrient use on farms and is able to deepend the previous knowledge via practical exercises. Student can manage carbon, nitrogen and phosphorus cycles and are able to apply the knowledge into planning of plant production, animal feeding and forest management. The student can optimize the use of circular ferilisers and the practices of carbon farming as well as the modern methods of processing, storage and use of manure and other biomasses as a part of their cultivation and environmental conservation. The student knows how to influence the nutrient content of manure and the methane production of ruminants. The student can scrutinise the nutrient and methane emissions defined in different ways and the connections of manure treatment to animal welfare.
Content
Carbon, nitrogen and phosphorus cycles in nature, fields, forests and on farm.
The environmental impact of carbon, nitrogen and phosphorus in water, soil and atmosphere.
Practices of nutrient use efficiency and nutrient cycling optimization in plant and animal husbandry as well as in forest management.
Materials
Electric material in Moodle, in finnish and in english
Teaching methods
online teaching, sessions are recorded. Independent and group work exercises.
Student workload
Total work load 81 h: online teaching 6 h, contact teaching (possibility) 6 h, exercise and group work 50 h, independent studies 16, exam 2 h
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can describe nutrient cycles and define the practices by which the nutrient use efficiency can be enhanced in crop production, animal husbandry and forest management. The student can recognise the preconditions of the use of circular fertilisers and nutrient rich biomasses and can describe the practices of carbon farming. The student can describe the environmental impact of nutrients as well as the farming practices by which these impacts can be minimized. The student can describe how to influence on the nutrient content of manure and the methane production of ruminants. The student can identify the different methods for nutrient and methane emission determinations as well as the connections of manure treatment to animal welfare.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can explain nutrient cycles and describe the practices by which the nutrient use efficiency can be enhanced in crop production, animal husbandry and forest management. The student can plan the practices for the use of circular fertilisers and nutrient rich biomasses as well as the practices of carbon farming. The student can explain the environmental impact of nutrients as well as the farming practices by which these impacts can be minimized. The student can argue how to influence on the nutrient content of manure and the methane production of ruminants. The student can consider the different methods for nutrient and methane emission determinations as well as the connections of manure treatment to animal welfare.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can interpret nutrient cycles and analyse the practices by which the nutrient use efficiency can be enhanced in crop production, animal husbandry and forest management. The student can compare the use of circular fertilisers and nutrient rich biomasses and can apply into practice the methods of carbon farming. The student can analyse the environmental impact of nutrients as well as the farming practices by which these impacts can be minimized. The student can apply into practice how to influence on the nutrient content of manure and the methane production of ruminants. The student can utilize the different methods for nutrient and methane emission determinations as well as the connections of manure treatment to animal welfare.
Assessment methods and criteria
exam 25 %, exercises 75 %
Qualifications
Basics of professional studies.The other circular economy studies. The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
05.08.2024 - 31.10.2024
Credits
3 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
1.5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- roo.sv
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Erja Heikkilä
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 50. Open UAS: 50.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
The students can communicate in Swedish both orally and in writing in working life situations. They are able to discuss field related topics in Swedish. They are able to develop their expertise using literature as well as other sources in Swedish.
Students:
can tell about themselves, their education and work experience
can write a cv and a job application and can handle job interviews
can write work relevant messages (e.g. e-mails and business letters) and manages spoken communication situations
can use polite phrases and handle small talk
know the basic terminology of the field
Content
Telling about oneself and ones studies
Job application, cv, job interview
Polite phrases and small talk
Basic written messages and letters, spoken work life communication
Field specific texts
Materials
Material in Moodle
Teaching methods
Hybride classes: written and oral exercises, virtual independent studies in Moodle
Exam schedules
Level test at the beginning, written and oral test(s) at the end of the course
Completion alternatives
Identification of prior learning by written and oral tests
Student workload
Ca 20 classes together/online, other work load independent studies
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students can present themselves and their field of work if sufficient time is given for preparation
can write simple letters and field specific texts on familiar subjects with the help of, for example, a dictionary - the resulting text may have many mistakes but is understandable.
can cope with job application situations with the support of the interviewer.
can communicate verbally using simple phrases at a basic level on familiar topics with support and assistance
understand the basic ideas behind field specific texts.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students can present themselves and their field of work
they can write letters and field specific texts with some mistakes but the text is easily understandable.
can cope with job application situations with some preparation and can act as an interviewer.
can communicate verbally without difficulty on familiar as well as field related topics.
understand the main points and most details of field specific texts without any help: mistakes or misunderstandings might occur.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students can present themselves and their field of work spontaneously
can write letters and field specific texts on a variety of subjects - the resulting texts are clear and well-structured with hardly any mistakes. Students can cope with job application situations effortlessly and can act as an interviewer
Student can communicate verbally on a variety of topics and can use polite phrases appropriately.
understand both the main points and details of field specific texts and can integrate and apply new information gained.
Assessment methods and criteria
Acitve participation, written and oral assignments passed ( 1 - 5)
Qualifications
No previous studies are required.
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 03.11.2024
Credits
3 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
1 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- roo.sv
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Erja Heikkilä
Student groups
-
BIELI23Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology, Full-time studies
Objective
Learning Outcomes (common, 3 cr) :
The students can communicate in Swedish both orally and in writing in working life situations. They are able to discuss field related topics in Swedish. They are able to develop their expertise using literature as well as other sources in Swedish.
Students:
can tell about themselves, their education and work experience
can write a cv and a job application and can handle job interviews
can write work relevant messages (e.g. e-mails and business letters) and manages work related telephone conversations, company presentations and other spoken communication situations
can use polite phrases and handle small talk
knows the basic terminology of the field
Content
Telling about oneself and ones studies
Job application, cv, job interview
Presentation skills (e.g. company presentations)
Polite phrases and small talk
Basic written messages and letters, spoken work life communication
Abstracts and summaries on field specific topics
Materials
Material in Moodle
Teaching methods
Classes (hybride), oral and written exercises, independent virtual studies in Moodle
Exam schedules
Level test at the beginning of the course , final written test /smaller tests, oral tests
Completion alternatives
Identification of prior learning (oral /written)
Student workload
Ca 24h contact/ hybride classes , other work load independent virtual studies
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students can present themselves and their field of work if sufficient time is given for preparation
can write simple letters and field specific texts on familiar subjects with the help of, for example, a dictionary - the resulting text may have many mistakes but is understandable.
can cope with job application situations with the support of the interviewer.
can communicate verbally using simple phrases at a basic level on familiar topics with support and assistance
understand the basic ideas behind field specific texts.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students can present themselves and their field of work
they can write letters and field specific texts with some mistakes but the text is easily understandable.
can cope with job application situations with some preparation and can act as an interviewer.
can communicate verbally without difficulty on familiar as well as field related topics.
understand the main points and most details of field specific texts without any help: mistakes or misunderstandings might occur.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students can present themselves and their field of work spontaneously
can write letters and field specific texts on a variety of subjects - the resulting texts are clear and well-structured with hardly any mistakes. Students can cope with job application situations effortlessly and can act as an interviewer
Student can communicate verbally on a variety of topics and can use polite phrases appropriately.
understand both the main points and details of field specific texts and can integrate and apply new information gained.
Assessment methods and criteria
Assessment based on active attendance, oral and written assignments and oral / written tests
Qualifications
No previous studies are required.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 27.04.2025
Credits
3 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
2 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- roo.sv
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Riina Heinämäki
Student groups
-
MBIELI24Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology, Part-time studies
Objective
Learning Outcomes (common, 3 cr) :
The students can communicate in Swedish both orally and in writing in working life situations. They are able to discuss field related topics in Swedish. They are able to develop their expertise using literature as well as other sources in Swedish.
Students:
can tell about themselves, their education and work experience
can write a cv and a job application and can handle job interviews
can write work relevant messages (e.g. e-mails and business letters) and manages work related telephone conversations, company presentations and other spoken communication situations
can use polite phrases and handle small talk
knows the basic terminology of the field
Content
Telling about oneself and ones studies
Job application, cv, job interview
Presentation skills (e.g. company presentations)
Polite phrases and small talk
Basic written messages and letters, spoken work life communication
Abstracts and summaries on field specific topics
Materials
Material provided by the teacher in Moodle.
Teaching methods
Distance lessons and contact lessons with spoken and written exercises, independent virtual studies in Moodle.
Exam schedules
Level test at the beginning of the course , final written test /smaller tests, spoken tests/presentations
Completion alternatives
Skills demonstration, exams
Student workload
81h
Contact classes 18h
Independet studies 63h.
Further information
Active participation in contact lessons 80 %. (min 50%)
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students can present themselves and their field of work if sufficient time is given for preparation
can write simple letters and field specific texts on familiar subjects with the help of, for example, a dictionary - the resulting text may have many mistakes but is understandable.
can cope with job application situations with the support of the interviewer.
can communicate verbally using simple phrases at a basic level on familiar topics with support and assistance
understand the basic ideas behind field specific texts.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students can present themselves and their field of work
they can write letters and field specific texts with some mistakes but the text is easily understandable.
can cope with job application situations with some preparation and can act as an interviewer.
can communicate verbally without difficulty on familiar as well as field related topics.
understand the main points and most details of field specific texts without any help: mistakes or misunderstandings might occur.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students can present themselves and their field of work spontaneously
can write letters and field specific texts on a variety of subjects - the resulting texts are clear and well-structured with hardly any mistakes. Students can cope with job application situations effortlessly and can act as an interviewer
Student can communicate verbally on a variety of topics and can use polite phrases appropriately.
understand both the main points and details of field specific texts and can integrate and apply new information gained.
Assessment methods and criteria
Assessment based on active attendance, oral and written assignments and oral / written tests
Qualifications
No previous studies are required.
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
30.09.2024 - 20.12.2024
Credits
3 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Bachelor of Engineering, Food Processing and Biotechnology
Teachers
- Riina Heinämäki
Student groups
-
AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The students can communicate in Swedish both orally and in writing in working life situations. They are able to discuss field related topics in Swedish. They are able to develop their expertise using literature as well as other sources in Swedish.
Students:
can tell about themselves, their education and work experience
can write a cv and a job application and can handle job interviews
can write work relevant messages (e.g. e-mails and business letters) and manages spoken communication situations
can use polite phrases and handle small talk
know the basic terminology of the field
Content
Telling about oneself and ones studies
Job application, cv, job interview
Polite phrases and small talk
Basic written messages and letters, spoken work life communication
Field specific texts
Materials
- Material to be announced at the beginning of the course
- Online material (Moodle)
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Students can present themselves and their field of work if sufficient time is given for preparation
can write simple letters and field specific texts on familiar subjects with the help of, for example, a dictionary - the resulting text may have many mistakes but is understandable.
can cope with job application situations with the support of the interviewer.
can communicate verbally using simple phrases at a basic level on familiar topics with support and assistance
understand the basic ideas behind field specific texts.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students can present themselves and their field of work
they can write letters and field specific texts with some mistakes but the text is easily understandable.
can cope with job application situations with some preparation and can act as an interviewer.
can communicate verbally without difficulty on familiar as well as field related topics.
understand the main points and most details of field specific texts without any help: mistakes or misunderstandings might occur.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Students can present themselves and their field of work spontaneously
can write letters and field specific texts on a variety of subjects - the resulting texts are clear and well-structured with hardly any mistakes. Students can cope with job application situations effortlessly and can act as an interviewer
Student can communicate verbally on a variety of topics and can use polite phrases appropriately.
understand both the main points and details of field specific texts and can integrate and apply new information gained.
Qualifications
No previous studies are required.
Enrollment
17.04.2023 - 30.10.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 20.10.2024
Credits
0 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Heli Simon
- Erja Heikkilä
Student groups
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
Evaluation scale
1-5
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
30.09.2024 - 19.12.2024
Credits
0 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Riina Heinämäki
Student groups
-
AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Evaluation scale
1-5
Enrollment
17.04.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 20.10.2024
Credits
0 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Heli Simon
- Erja Heikkilä
Student groups
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
Evaluation scale
1-5
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 30.09.2024
Timing
30.09.2024 - 19.12.2024
Credits
0 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Riina Heinämäki
Student groups
-
AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Evaluation scale
1-5
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 19.02.2025
Timing
03.03.2025 - 31.07.2025
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Anu Latva-Reinikka
- Juha Tiainen
- Anna Tall
- Marjo Latva-Kyyny
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO25Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
The student is able to give an overview of the bioeconomy and especially agriculture as part of the bioeconomy. The student is able to describe the importance of the bioeconomy and the operation of the circular economy in agriculture.
The student is able to explain the importance of the forest and field environment for carbon balance of Finland
Students will learn about rural businesses and the opportunities offered by rural areas. The student can explain the position of Finnish agriculture and forestry in an international operating environment. The student is able to name different companies related to agriculture and forestry and other business activities in rural areas
The student can give examples of different farms and describe their functional differences and meanings. They can describe key inputs and resources, co-operatives and connections, as well as product flows and operating cycles.
The student becomes acquainted with the forest environment from the perspective of the entrepreneur as both wood production and multifunctional possibilities, for example, in the forest Green Care operation. He is able to explain the cycle of timber production in forests and to identify particularly important habitats of forest nature.
The student identifies the main crops and some key weeds. The student is able to analyze the results of soil samples and understand their significance as a basis for sustainable plant cultivation. Student is able to give examples of how plants function as carbon sinks and recognize the importance of soil in the carbon cycle.
Content
- Bioeconomy and agriculture in Finland and in a global operating environment
- countryside as a concept and businesses and earning potential
- the importance of the forest as a source of economic prosperity
- sustainable development, circular economy and carbon cycle
- Finnish cultivation and weeds
- Fertility analysis as part of crop production
- Getting to know the circular economy through the bioeconomy game.
- Study trips
Materials
Material that teachers inform you.
Teaching methods
Participation to practical training, field trip and lectures. Learningdiary including considered things in study module.
Net exam (forestry)
Completion alternatives
If you have competence in practical training, you can show it to teacher.
Student workload
100 hours business, forestry, sustainable development, cultivation and field trip.
realization.localizedApproveRejectDescription
Approved: Students will be able to name companies in rural areas and rural opportunities. The student can explain the position of Finnish agriculture and forestry in an international operating environment. The student can give examples of different farms and describe their functional differences and meanings. They can describe key inputs and resources, co-operatives and connections, as well as product flows and operating cycles.
The student identifies the main crops and some key weeds. He is also able to present key perspectives on the sustainability of plant cultivation. He is able to take soil samples and is able to give examples of the importance of sampling.
The student is able to explain the vegetation layers of the forest and the growing of the forest ecosystem and has made the approved forest report as part of their learning diary.
Evaluation scale
Passed/failed
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved: Students will be able to name companies in rural areas and rural opportunities. The student can explain the position of Finnish agriculture and forestry in an international operating environment. The student can give examples of different farms and describe their functional differences and meanings. They can describe key inputs and resources, co-operatives and connections, as well as product flows and operating cycles.
The student identifies the main crops and some key weeds. He is also able to present key perspectives on the sustainability of plant cultivation. He is able to take soil samples and is able to give examples of the importance of sampling.
The student is able to explain the vegetation layers of the forest and the growing of the forest ecosystem and has made the approved forest report as part of their learning diary.
Assessment methods and criteria
Active participation, exam, learning diary, practical training and raport --> accept or fail in whole study module.
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 19.02.2025
Timing
01.04.2025 - 30.10.2025
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Anu Latva-Reinikka
- Jussi-Matti Kallio
- Juha Tiainen
- Anna Tall
- Jari Luokkakallio
- Jori Lahti
Student groups
-
AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student observes the events in the field during the growing period. The student identifies the most important weeds, blossoming wild plants and diseases and pests. The student learns to know the development phases of plants and the plant's protection needs as well as nature's valuable environmental aspects. The student is aware of the factors which affect crop formation and the quality of the crop and can estimate the quality of the different stages of crop farming and the factors which affect it.
The student is able to describe the technology used for harvesting, especially from the point of view of measuring instruments, control systems and measures that focus on cultivation, and is familiar with the key stages of testing a sprayer
The student is able to give examples of companies that are developing the area efficiently and are environmentally friendly
Content
Plant species and varieties of field crops, experimental areas, weeds, wild plants, diseases and pests, the need for plant protection, becoming acquainted with agricultural research, evaluation of the results of practical cultivation methods, testing a sprayer, farm and agricultural retailer visits.
Materials
Ajankohtaisia kasvinsuojeluohjeita 2022. Kasvinsuojeluseura
Erkamo 2001. Rikkakasviopas. Kasvinsuojeluseura.
Other matherial as indicated.
Teaching methods
Activating lectures and practical work (60 %), autonomous working (40%).
Student workload
Totally 133 h, activating lectures and practical work 80 h and autonomous studies 53 h.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows the basics of the period. The student collects and identifies weeds, diseases and pests and is familiar with the phases of development of cultivated plants. The student knows what factors affect the crop development and quality of the crop. The student describes the technology, which is used in the cultivation.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student knows the contents of the period well. The student collects and identifies weeds, diseases and pests independently and knows the phases of development of cultivated plants. The student can conclude factors, which affect the crop development and the quality of the crop. The student can justify the technology, which is used in the cultivation.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student knows the contents of the period well and knows how to apply them in practice. The student collects and identifies weeds, diseases and pests actively and identifies the phases of development of cultivated plants. The student can think and analyse factors, which affect the crop development and the quality of the crop. The student can apply the technology knowledge of the cultivation in practice.
Assessment methods and criteria
Active participation in lectures and training, approved reports, weed and wild plant collections, plant identification exam
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 19.02.2025
Timing
01.04.2025 - 30.10.2025
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Anu Latva-Reinikka
- Jussi-Matti Kallio
- Anna Tall
- Jori Lahti
- Jari Luokkakallio
Responsible person
Anna Tall
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 100. Open UAS: 100.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
The student observes the events in the field during the growing period. The student identifies the most important weeds, blossoming wild plants and diseases and pests. The student learns to know the development phases of plants and the plant's protection needs as well as nature's valuable environmental aspects. The student is aware of the factors which affect crop formation and the quality of the crop and can estimate the quality of the different stages of crop farming and the factors which affect it.
The student is able to describe the technology used for harvesting, especially from the point of view of measuring instruments, control systems and measures that focus on cultivation, and is familiar with the key stages of testing a sprayer
The student is able to give examples of companies that are developing the area efficiently and are environmentally friendly
Content
Plant species and varieties of field crops, experimental areas, weeds, wild plants, diseases and pests, the need for plant protection, becoming acquainted with agricultural research, evaluation of the results of practical cultivation methods, testing a sprayer, farm and agricultural retailer visits.
Materials
Ajankohtaisia kasvinsuojeluohjeita 2022. Kasvinsuojeluseura
Erkamo 2001. Rikkakasviopas. Kasvinsuojeluseura.
Other matherial as indicated.
Teaching methods
Activating lectures and practical work (60 %), autonomous working (40%).
Student workload
Totally 133 h, activating lectures and practical work 80 h and autonomous studies 53 h.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows the basics of the period. The student collects and identifies weeds, diseases and pests and is familiar with the phases of development of cultivated plants. The student knows what factors affect the crop development and quality of the crop. The student describes the technology, which is used in the cultivation.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student knows the contents of the period well. The student collects and identifies weeds, diseases and pests independently and knows the phases of development of cultivated plants. The student can conclude factors, which affect the crop development and the quality of the crop. The student can justify the technology, which is used in the cultivation.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student knows the contents of the period well and knows how to apply them in practice. The student collects and identifies weeds, diseases and pests actively and identifies the phases of development of cultivated plants. The student can think and analyse factors, which affect the crop development and the quality of the crop. The student can apply the technology knowledge of the cultivation in practice.
Assessment methods and criteria
Active participation in lectures and training, approved reports, weed and wild plant collections, plant identification exam
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 15.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 14.03.2025
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Juha Tiainen
- Jyrki Rajakorpi
- Marjo Latva-Kyyny
Scheduling groups
- A-ryhmä (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- B-ryhmä (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Student groups
-
AGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Education groups
- Small group 1
- Small group 2
Objective
The student knows
• Principles of agricultural and forestry taxation, technology and tax planning on the basis of MVL and forest tax based on TVL
• Principles of EVL
• Basic information on VAT, real estate taxation and transfer tax.
Content
The studies consist of sections of variable size. The sections are:
1. Agriculture Taxation (the largest subsection)
2. Forest Taxation
3. Taxation of business revenue and the valuation of assets
4. Other aspects of taxation
Materials
Material produced by teachers.
www.vero.fi
Teaching methods
Classroom teaching: Lectures, exercises, book examination, independent work
Exam schedules
The exam is in the last classroom teaching session.
Completion alternatives
Student has a possibility for employment integrated learning if the student is in a workplace where there are similar contents in the work assignments. Through the recognition of competence, previous similar studies can be taken into account. To be agreed with the teacher.
Student workload
Total study hours 135 h
Lectures, independent assignment and group work
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Opiskelija able to search the documentation required for forest taxation of agricultural income tax accounting, taxation and forest on the SME business tax law provisions, as well as part of the documented agricultural and tax form filling
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students are able to look for instructions on income tax accounting in agriculture, forestry and taxation for SMEs in business tax law regulations and is able to make the agriculture and forestry taxation required and the tax form filling. The student understands the importance of tax planning, taxation, agricultural, forest taxation and business taxation
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student knows the main pieces of legislation mentioned above, is able to make the agriculture and forestry accounting required by the tax laws and the tax form filling. The student understands the importance of tax planning and will be able to take advantage of the farm and SME taxation.
Assessment methods and criteria
Exam, approved individual and group assignments
Further information
1 SP in RDI
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 18.12.2024
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Juha Tiainen
- Jyrki Rajakorpi
- Marjo Latva-Kyyny
Scheduling groups
- Avoin AMK (Ei koske tutkinto-opiskelijaa) (Size: 50. Open UAS: 50.)
Student groups
-
MAGRO23Bachelor of Natural Resources
Education groups
- Open UAS (Doesn't apply to degree student)
Objective
The student knows
• Principles of agricultural and forestry taxation, technology and tax planning on the basis of MVL and forest tax based on TVL
• Principles of EVL
• Basic information on VAT, real estate taxation and transfer tax.
Content
The studies consist of sections of variable size. The sections are:
1. Agriculture Taxation (the largest subsection)
2. Forest Taxation
3. Taxation of business revenue and the valuation of assets
4. Other aspects of taxation
Materials
Material produced by teachers.
www.vero.fi
Teaching methods
The teaching is for the most part time-bound online teaching. The school has a practice session related to the use of the accounting program and related group work (week 45) and an exam (week 50).
Online lectures, lectures, independent assignment and group work
Exam schedules
Exam week 50 in the classroom. It is also possible to take the exam as an Exam mode.
Completion alternatives
Student has a possibility for employment integrated learning if the student is in a workplace where there are similar contents in the work assignments. Through the recognition of competence, previous similar studies can be taken into account. To be agreed with the teacher.
Student workload
Total study hours 135 h
Lectures, online lectures, independent assignment and group work
Further information
No prior knowledge is required.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Opiskelija able to search the documentation required for forest taxation of agricultural income tax accounting, taxation and forest on the SME business tax law provisions, as well as part of the documented agricultural and tax form filling
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Students are able to look for instructions on income tax accounting in agriculture, forestry and taxation for SMEs in business tax law regulations and is able to make the agriculture and forestry taxation required and the tax form filling. The student understands the importance of tax planning, taxation, agricultural, forest taxation and business taxation
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student knows the main pieces of legislation mentioned above, is able to make the agriculture and forestry accounting required by the tax laws and the tax form filling. The student understands the importance of tax planning and will be able to take advantage of the farm and SME taxation.
Assessment methods and criteria
Exam, approved individual and group assignments
Further information
1 SP in RDI
Enrollment
22.04.2024 - 04.09.2024
Timing
26.08.2024 - 11.10.2024
Credits
5 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
- Open University of Applied Sciences
Teachers
- Anu Latva-Reinikka
- Juha Tiainen
- Anna Tall
- Marjo Latva-Kyyny
Student groups
-
AGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student is able to give an overview of the bioeconomy and especially agriculture as part of the bioeconomy. The student is able to describe the importance of the bioeconomy and the operation of the circular economy in agriculture.
The student is able to explain the importance of the forest and field environment for carbon balance of Finland
Students will learn about rural businesses and the opportunities offered by rural areas. The student can explain the position of Finnish agriculture and forestry in an international operating environment. The student is able to name different companies related to agriculture and forestry and other business activities in rural areas
The student can give examples of different farms and describe their functional differences and meanings. They can describe key inputs and resources, co-operatives and connections, as well as product flows and operating cycles.
The student becomes acquainted with the forest environment from the perspective of the entrepreneur as both wood production and multifunctional possibilities, for example, in the forest Green Care operation. He is able to explain the cycle of timber production in forests and to identify particularly important habitats of forest nature.
The student identifies the main crops and some key weeds. The student is able to analyze the results of soil samples and understand their significance as a basis for sustainable plant cultivation. Student is able to give examples of how plants function as carbon sinks and recognize the importance of soil in the carbon cycle.
Content
- Bioeconomy and agriculture in Finland and in a global operating environment
- countryside as a concept and businesses and earning potential
- the importance of the forest as a source of economic prosperity
- sustainable development, circular economy and carbon cycle
- Finnish cultivation and weeds
- Fertility analysis as part of crop production
- Getting to know the circular economy through the bioeconomy game.
- Study trips
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
Approved: Students will be able to name companies in rural areas and rural opportunities. The student can explain the position of Finnish agriculture and forestry in an international operating environment. The student can give examples of different farms and describe their functional differences and meanings. They can describe key inputs and resources, co-operatives and connections, as well as product flows and operating cycles.
The student identifies the main crops and some key weeds. He is also able to present key perspectives on the sustainability of plant cultivation. He is able to take soil samples and is able to give examples of the importance of sampling.
The student is able to explain the vegetation layers of the forest and the growing of the forest ecosystem and has made the approved forest report as part of their learning diary.
Enrollment
13.11.2024 - 31.12.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 31.07.2025
Credits
15 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Samu Palander
- Anna Tall
- Jyrki Rajakorpi
- Marjo Latva-Kyyny
- Jori Lahti
- Teija Rönkä
Student groups
-
MAGRO24Bachelor of Natural Resources
Objective
Students will complete a final thesis on a topic associated with rural industries such that the work supports their professional development in the best possible way. The purpose of the thesis is to give students the opportunity to apply their knowledge of solving problems in the working world using existing information and research results and doing practical research themselves
Content
Students will present their thesis work both in writing and as an oral presentation and in so doing will indicate they are capable of presenting information clearly and consistently. Students are required to present their thesis plan and final thesis at seminars.
Students who wish to complete a degree at the university of applied sciences level must complete a Maturity Test. The test is an integral part of the thesis and it is written on a topic pertaining to the thesis. The Maturity Test allows students to validate their knowledge of their chosen professional field and to show they are competent in the Finnish or Swedish languages. Thesis advisors provide students with two topics (titles), one of which they choose to write about. Students must indicate they are able to express themselves clearly using academic-style language and terminology associated with the field of rural industry. The contents of the text should correspond to the requirements of level of education. The Maturity Test should be 400-600 words. A lecturer of the Finnish language and thesis advisor grade the test on a pass/fail basis.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Check thesis criterias of SeAMK
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Check thesis criterias of SeAMK
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Check thesis criterias of SeAMK
Enrollment
11.11.2024 - 07.01.2025
Timing
13.01.2025 - 28.02.2025
Credits
4 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
4 op
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Teachers
- Janne Heikkinen
- Jari Luokkakallio
- Jori Lahti
Student groups
-
MAGRO22
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AGRO22PRBachelor of Natural Resources, Agriculture and Rural Enterprises
Objective
The student is familiar with the general publicly available map data that can be utilized in farming and can identify growth condition issues in field plots based on the map data. The student can trace the causes of growth condition issues using the map data.
The student recognizes deficiencies in chemical growth conditions and can plan the necessary actions to improve them. The student understands nutrient binding mechanisms, the significance of cation exchange capacity, and the impact of pH on plant growth and soil health. The student can consider the special characteristics of different parts of the field plot when taking soil samples and can interpret and utilize soil fertility analysis more comprehensively. The student can use the CEC calculator in planning soil improvement measures and can select appropriate liming and soil improvement materials.
The student knows the basics and principles of crop rotation and understands its importance in maintaining soil growth conditions. The student can plan and compare different crop rotations in terms of farm operations, soil growth conditions, and the environment, and can create crop rotations that improve soil growth conditions tailored to their own farm’s conditions. The student can use the crop rotation calculator in planning crop rotations.
Content
Publicly available map data
Utilization of map data in examining field plots
Basics and principles of crop rotation
Maintenance and improvement of soil growth conditions
Crop rotation calculator
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student can find the field plot under examination from some publicly available map data and can identify some growth condition issues of the plot from them. The student knows existing soil sample analyses and can use the CEC calculator and plan plot-specific soil sampling considering growth condition differences. The student knows the importance of crop rotation.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student can find the field plot under examination from publicly available map data and can identify growth condition issues of the plot from them. The student can interpret the results of soil fertility analyses using the CEC calculator and plan plot-specific soil sampling considering growth condition differences. The student can compare different crop rotations.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can find the field plot under examination from publicly available map data. The student can identify growth condition issues of the plot from the map data and analyze their causes. The student can combine and draw conclusions from different soil fertility analysis results using the CEC calculator. The student can plan plot-specific soil sampling considering growth condition differences. The student can create a comprehensive crop rotation plan.
Qualifications
Previous studies: Soil and water management or equivalent knowledge