Study Guide

Objective

The overall aim of this practical training is to familiarise students with essential work duties in the field of construction and to provide them an opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge in practice. Another aim is to integrate theoretical knowledge and practice and give a realistic overview of the requirements and practices of construction field.

Content

Familiarisation with work duties, construction techniques, occupational safety and various workplace practices in the field of construction. Students draw up a report for their practical training period. Students also regularly write learning diaries throughout the practical training period.

Materials

Seinäjoki UAS, instructions on practical training.

Teaching methods

Orientation to work tasks, construction techniques, work safety at site or in office.

Student workload

Total work load of the course: 134 h

Further information

The minimum extent of the practical training period is 5 cr. During the first and second year of study, students may undertake a maximum of 15 cr of practical training.

Evaluation scale

Passed/failed

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student gives in the report, the diary and the testimonial to his/her supervisor after the training period.

Assessment methods and criteria

Report and diary on practical training. The emphasis is on the student's professional growth. Assessment pass/fail.

Further information

The minimum extent of the practical training period is 5 cr. During the first and second year of study, students may undertake a maximum of 15 cr of practical training.