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Open UAS Pathway Studies, Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering: Specialisation in Electric Automation

Code: POLKUAUTE23

Duration:
1 years (60 cr)

Start semester:
Autumn 2023

Descriptions

This curriculum is for open UAS students. The curriculum includes first year studies and Basic Studies Common To All In SEAMK (Open UAS Path Studies, Bachelor of Engineering, Automation Engineering). There is also some personal study planning in the open university's path studies.


PROFILE OF THE PROGRAMME
Automobile manufacturer Henry Ford set the pace for today's automation with his rule of the three S's: simplify, standardize, and specialize. This was the spark that ignited the intense manufacturing of the automobile. Today, all industrial manufacturing strives to abide by this same rule. Automation engineers, however, have yet one more ace up their sleeves, i.e. soul. By adding intelligence to a control system, you get an easy-to-use device that meets the needs of customers.

The engineers that graduate from our Degree Programme in Automation Engineering possess diverse expertise in machine and electric automation. They create intelligent machines/devices and production lines and automate them using modern methods. Our inter-technological programme comprises study modules in Automation, Electrical and Machine Design, Control Systems and Programming, and Robotics. Industrial Internet and Digital Manufacturing study modules offer methods for implementing automation of the future. Designs acquire substance through modelling, visualisation and simulation in our "virtual cave".


OCCUPATIONAL PROFILES
Jobs for professionals possessing numerous areas of expertise do not rest with just one employer. Our diverse training in the fields of automation, electricity and machinery opens up new job opportunities in a world that ever-increasingly depends on technology. For this reason, the job situation for automation engineers is excellent on both the national and international levels. Job titles include designer, technical expert, production manager, sales manager, purchasing manager, etc. Graduates may also work in teaching and as independent entrepreneurs.


PEDAGOGICAL APPROACH
Learning by doing is an age-old concept used to describe a method of in-depth learning. For this reason, teaching in the Degree Programme in Automation Engineering emphasises hands-on learning. This means that we combine theoretical information with practical skills for the working world in modern technology laboratories. Students experience great moments of insight doing a diverse range of assignments in our laboratories. The equipment and the software in our laboratories is the same used in the working world. This allows students to routinely solve practical problems and acquire the readiness they need to work in the field. Moreover, designing, automating and using machines and devices with a team is fun.

In addition to skills in problem solving, the working world requires that employees are able to work with others and commit themselves to life-long learning. For this reason, teaching involves much group work and working in pairs. There are also visits by experts in the field, various assignments, projects, visits to various companies and trade fairs, as well as practical training in authentic working environments.

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Code Name Credits (cr) 2023-2024 Autumn
2023
Spring
2024
1. / 2023 2. / 2023 3. / 2024 4. / 2024 5. / 2024
POLKUAUTE23-1001
SEAMK JOINT STUDIES

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0
POLKUAUTE23-1002
Study skills

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0
POLKUAUTE23-1003
Entrepreneurship and innovation

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0
POLKUAUTE23-1005
BASIC STUDIES FOR ENGINEERING STUDENTS

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16
POLKUAUTE23-1006
Languages

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3
KC00CG77 Working Life English 3 3 3 1 1 1
POLKUAUTE23-1007
Mathematics

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7
KC00AMT1030 Algebra and Geometry 4 4 4 4
KC00AMT1010 Vectors and Matrices 3 3 3 3
POLKUAUTE23-1008
Physics

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6
KC00AFY1000 Mechanics 3 3 3 1 1 1
KC00AFY1010 Electrical and Thermal Physics 3 3 3 1.5 1.5
POLKUAUTE23-1009
COMMON PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

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34
POLKUAUTE23-1010
Basics of professional studies

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31
KL25AB10000 Basics of Automation 3 3 3 3
KL25AB90000 Sensor Technology 3 3 3 1.5 1.5
KL25AB10250 Programmable Logic Controllers 3 3 3 3
8A00CK38 Basics of Digital Technology 3 3 3 1.5 1.5
KL25AB10101 Basics of Electronics 3 3 3 1 1 1
KL25AB10401 Electrical Engineering 6 6 6 2 2 2
KL25AB10301 Electrical Safety and Standards 3 3 3 3
KL25AB10303 Data Communication and Data Security 4 4 4 4
KL25AA40000 Micro Computer Technology 3 3 3 3
POLKUAUTE23-1012
Alternative studies

(Choose ects: 4)

0 - 4
POLKUAUTE23-1013
Other elective studies

(Choose ects: 0)

0
KC23DK10040 The basic course of mathematics 2 2 2 1 1
KC00CD05 Refresher course in English 2 2 2 1 1
Total 60 51 23 28 13.5 9.5 15 8 5

Due to the timing of optional and elective courses, credit accumulation per semester / academic year may vary.

General competencies (Bachelor’s Degrees)

1 Learning competence

- is able to self-evaluate and develop one’s competence and learning style orientation
- is able to retrieve and analyze information and evaluate it critically
- is capable of taking responsibility for collaborative learning and sharing knowledge in teams

Working Life English
Algebra and Geometry
Vectors and Matrices
Mechanics
Electrical and Thermal Physics
Basics of Automation
Sensor Technology
Programmable Logic Controllers
Basics of Electronics
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Safety and Standards
Data Communication and Data Security
Micro Computer Technology
The basic course of mathematics
Refresher course in English
2 Ethical competence

- is able to take responsibility for one’s own actions and for the consequences of these actions
- is able to work according to the ethical principles of the subject field
- is able to take other people into account in one’s actions
- is able to apply the principles of equality
- is able to apply the principles of sustainable development
- is capable of social influencing using one’s know-how and based on ethical values

Electrical Safety and Standards
Refresher course in English
3 Working community competence

- is able to operate as a member of a work community
- is able to operate in communicative and interactive situations in working life
- is able to utilize information and communications technology in one’s subject field
- knows the working life in one’s subject field and is able to create personal contacts in working life and to operate in professional networks
- is capable of decision making in unpredicted situations
- is able to apply the principles of organizational management and leadership in working life and has abilities for supervision tasks
- possesses entrepreneurial skills

Working Life English
4 Innovation competence

- is able to conduct research, development and innovation projects applying the existing knowledge and methods of the field
- is able to work in projects
- is capable of creative problem solving and development of working methods
- is able to find customer-oriented, sustainable and profitable solutions

Algebra and Geometry
Vectors and Matrices
Mechanics
Electrical and Thermal Physics
Programmable Logic Controllers
The basic course of mathematics
5 Internationalization competence

- possesses communicative competence necessary for one’s work and for professional development in the subject field
- is able to operate in a multicultural environment
- takes into account the effects of and opportunities for internationalization development in one’s own field

Working Life English
Programmable Logic Controllers
Refresher course in English
6 Entrepreneurial competence

- Understanding of the interaction involved in the operations in a company and the business environment, and of the concept of entrepreneurship and the entrepreneurial way of working.
- Understanding of the principles associated with a profitable business, and ability to analyse the operations and risks in a business.

No attached course units

7 Quality control competence

- Knowledge of the typical field-related quality control systems
- Understanding of quality-control and the requirements of quality-control systems.

No attached course units

Not grouped
Academic Studies and Career Planning
Information and Communication Technology
Communication Skills
Business and entrepreneurship 1
Basics of Digital Technology
Basics of Programming 1

Automation Engineering competencies

1 Electrotechnical and other basic competence

A Bachelor of Engineering: applies mathematical methods and tools to describe field-related phenomena and to solve problems
- understands the laws of physics significant to the field, especially with regard to electromagnetic phenomena
- has knowledge of the components of electromagnetism and basic connections for automation, electrical and mechanical technology
- has command of the basic measurements of electrotechnology
- has command of basic ICT skills.

Algebra and Geometry
Vectors and Matrices
Mechanics
Electrical and Thermal Physics
Basics of Automation
Sensor Technology
Programmable Logic Controllers
Basics of Digital Technology
Basics of Electronics
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Safety and Standards
Data Communication and Data Security
Micro Computer Technology
The basic course of mathematics
2 Design competence

A Bachelor of Engineering:
- knows the methods and tools of hardware and software design in automation
- is competent in dimensioning and selecting devices and components using techno-economic principles
- is able to produce standardized documentation and has an ability to apply 3D modelling in designing
- understands the significance of standards and is able to use them in all steps of designing
- understands the key concepts of quality systems.

Basics of Automation
Sensor Technology
Programmable Logic Controllers
Basics of Digital Technology
Basics of Electronics
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Safety and Standards
Data Communication and Data Security
Micro Computer Technology
The basic course of mathematics
3 Competence in electricity and equipment safety

A Bachelor of Engineering:
- has knowledge of the laws and other regulations concerning safety when working with electricity and machines in the field and is able to apply them in practice
- has a positive attitude toward the compliance with and development of safe work methods.

Electrical and Thermal Physics
Basics of Automation
Sensor Technology
Programmable Logic Controllers
Basics of Digital Technology
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Safety and Standards
4 Competence in business and production management

A Bachelor of Engineering:
- understands what is needed to run comprehensive business operations, to plan financial matters and to utilise the tools needed for financial management
- possesses the skills needed in project management, human resources management and the management of processes
- understands the principles of entrepreneurship, marketing and services.

Working Life English
Refresher course in English
5 Competence of basic circuits

A Bachelor of Engineering:
- is able to design circuits for measurement, control, valves and motors
- knows the theory of conventional feedback control circuit
- is able to perform process experiments, draw basic models for process dynamics and to use PID control circuit tuning methods
- is able to implement measurement, control, valve and motor circuits on the software and hardware level.

Electrical and Thermal Physics
Basics of Automation
Sensor Technology
Basics of Electronics
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Safety and Standards
6 Competence in processes, machines and systems

A Bachelor of Engineering:
- has knowledge of the typical production processes and machinery
- can use the essential sensors, transmitters and regulating units used in various processes
- knows the structure and maintenance of control systems
- is able to implement control applications using programmable logic and process control systems
- has command of the HW and SW designing of automation systems from the definition to the implementation.

Basics of Automation
Sensor Technology
Programmable Logic Controllers
Basics of Digital Technology
Basics of Electronics
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Safety and Standards
Micro Computer Technology
Not grouped
Academic Studies and Career Planning
Information and Communication Technology
Communication Skills
Business and entrepreneurship 1
Basics of Programming 1

Code Name Credits (cr)
POLKUAUTE23-1001
SEAMK JOINT STUDIES

(Choose all)

13
POLKUAUTE23-1002
Study skills

(Choose all)

10
XX00DM02 Academic Studies and Career Planning 2
XX00DM03 Information and Communication Technology 4
XX00DM04 Communication Skills 4
POLKUAUTE23-1003
Entrepreneurship and innovation

(Choose all)

3
KL00DL30 Business and entrepreneurship 1 3
POLKUAUTE23-1005
BASIC STUDIES FOR ENGINEERING STUDENTS

(Choose all)

16
POLKUAUTE23-1006
Languages

(Choose all)

3
KC00CG77 Working Life English 3
POLKUAUTE23-1007
Mathematics

(Choose all)

7
KC00AMT1030 Algebra and Geometry 4
KC00AMT1010 Vectors and Matrices 3
POLKUAUTE23-1008
Physics

(Choose all)

6
KC00AFY1000 Mechanics 3
KC00AFY1010 Electrical and Thermal Physics 3
POLKUAUTE23-1009
COMMON PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

(Choose ects: 34)

34
POLKUAUTE23-1010
Basics of professional studies

(Choose all)

34
KL25AB10000 Basics of Automation 3
KL25AB90000 Sensor Technology 3
KL25AB10250 Programmable Logic Controllers 3
8A00CK38 Basics of Digital Technology 3
KL25AB10101 Basics of Electronics 3
KL25AB10401 Electrical Engineering 6
KL25AB10301 Electrical Safety and Standards 3
KL25AB10303 Data Communication and Data Security 4
KL25AA40000 Micro Computer Technology 3
KL00CX05 Basics of Programming 1 3
POLKUAUTE23-1012
Alternative studies

(Choose ects: 4)

0 - 4
POLKUAUTE23-1013
Other elective studies

(Choose ects: 0)

0
KC23DK10040 The basic course of mathematics 2
KC00CD05 Refresher course in English 2