•   Fundamentals of Programming R0027-3019 02.05.2022-23.06.2022  5 credits +-
    Learning outcomes of the course
    The student is able to
    - use the fundamental syntax and building blocks of programming languages
    - plan, implement and test small-scale programs in accordance with the best practices of programming

    Teacher in charge

    Katja Henttonen

    Mode of delivery

    40% Face-to-face, 60% Distance learning

    Learning materials and recommended literature

    - Material provided by the teacher in Canvas - Helsinki University Java MOOC online course - Online sources - Own laptop

    Teaching methods

    INTENSIVE COURSE, be prepared to work 10-25 hours every week.

    Consist of:
    - Theory lectures
    - Guided workshops
    - Self study

    Attendance on contact sessions is NOT required. First assignments must be completed by 9th of May to keep place on the course.

    Evaluation methods and criteria

    “The evaluation of competence is based on the descriptions of objectives in the curricula, and the level of competence is assessed according to the evaluation criteria listed in the implementation plan for the studies.” (Laurea degree regulations).

    In this study unit the assessing of the competences will be done by using the criteria set for requirement level I.

    PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE BASIS, INFORMATION SEARCHING AND REPORTING


    To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
    - use professional concepts extensively
    - compare and choose
    - relevant information
    - report and communicate in a professional manner

    To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
    - use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations
    - gather information and use his/her knowledge basis
    - report in the agreed manner

    To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
    - use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
    - search for information in different sources
    - report

    PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND WORKPLACE DEVELOPMENT

    To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
    - work independently, using the skills and methods learned
    - take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs
    - anticipate his/her need for guidance

    To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
    - work using the skills and methods learned
    - engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs
    - take part in guidance and utilise it

    To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
    - work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
    - interact with customers and/or co-operation partners
    - receive guidance

    TEAMWORK SKILLS, LEADERSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITY

    To achieve grade 5 student must be able to
    - promote the team’s work and team spirit
    - manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level
    - work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned
    - plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration

    To achieve grade 3 student must be able to
    - engage in goal-oriented work in a team
    - plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time
    - detect safety-related risks
    - justify this/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct

    To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to
    - work as a member of a team
    - plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
    - work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
    - follow the provided instructions and rules

    Students who has failed to demonstrate their competence in accordance with the approved level must supplement or retake their study attainment in a manner and schedule defined by the teacher of the study unit. Laurea provides examination retake dates. Students must register for these examinations no later than 10 days before the retake date. A failed exam or other study attainment can be retaken twice. A failure to attend an actual examination is considered to be one completion attempt." (Laurea degree regulations.)

    All staff and students of Laurea are expected to adhere to good scientific practices, which includes appropriate referencing. Familiarise yourself with the practices and, if needed, ask for more information. All study assignments are to be done as individual work unless otherwise instructed.

    Language of instruction
    • Finnish
    Timing

    02.05.2022 - 23.06.2022

    Enrollment period

    04.04.2022 - 10.04.2022

    Seats

    20 - 40

    Unit

    Laurea Leppävaara, tiko

    Teacher(s)

    Katja Henttonen

    Further information for students

    This course is about studying basic structures of a programming language. No previous programming experience required. Programming language use in this course is Java.

    Programme(s)

    Tietojenkäsittelyn koulutus (NTY2), Laurea yhteinen (Finnish)

    Campus

    Laurea Leppävaara

    Virtual portion

    3 credits

    Evaluation scale

    H-5

    Alternative completion methods

    Completion alternatives can be agreed with the teacher.

    All students are entitled to demonstrate their competence. The recognition and accreditation of prior competence is initiated by the students themselves. The competence is recognised and accredited by the teacher responsible for the studies or another person designated to the position. The assessment is carried out according to the same assessment criteria and, as a rule, same grading scale as that adopted for the corresponding study unit or module. The student is entitled to apply for accreditation of prior competence regardless of where, how and when the competence has been acquired. The student may also seek accreditation of competence to be acquired on the job as part of their degree (work-based learning). ... The student is responsible for demonstrating and verifying their competence and for providing sufficient information.

    Important dates

    Voluntary remote and campus lectures as per schedule. Exam date will be announced later. First assignments must be completed by 9th of May to keep place on the course.

    According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be present in the first contact session or notify their teacher in charge if they cannot attend. If they fail to notify the teacher of their absence in the first contact session, their enrollment will be rejected. Another student in the queue may be enrolled in the study unit in the place of the absent student.” (Laurea degree regulations) In the case of online studies the lecturer can also specify some other way than participation on an online meeting what is required from the student so that he/she verifies his/her attendance on the study unit (Decision by the vice president, education