ACIT4095 Structure and Style for Effective Engineering Communication in Global Contexts Course description

Final assessment of the course will be made on the following basis:

1. Group project reports and mandatory lecture reflection notes count for 50% of the final grade. The project report must follow the guidelines and a given template, such as IEEE conference proceedings.
2. Group project demonstration and individual oral presentation count for 50% of the final grade.

All parts of the exam must achieve a passing grade (E or above) in order to pass the course.

The project demonstration and oral presentation cannot be appealed.

New/postponed exam:

In case of a failed exam or legal absence, the student may apply for a new or postponed exam. New or postponed exams are offered within a reasonable period following the regular exam. The student is responsible for registering for a new/postponed exam within the time limits set by OsloMet. The Regulations for new or postponed examinations are available in Regulations relating to studies and examinations at OsloMet.

All aids are permitted

Grade scale A-F

The content of the course will include the following topics: difference between grammar and writing style; effective linguistic choices for successful engineering communication; achieving readability and actionability in engineering documents; basic techniques for technical editing. The course will also cover the methods, strategies, and techniques for analyzing stylistic features of typical engineering texts.

Two internal examiners. External examiner is used periodically.

Haroon Khan

Previous knowledge or practical hands-on experience in electronics, mechanics, or robotics and control is beneficial. It is recommended that the student takes some of the following courses: ACIT4720 Medical Sensors and Actuators, ACIT4730 Special Biomedical Engineering Subject, or ACIT4820 Applied Robotics and Autonomous Systems.

• Application of advanced movement theories, anatomical and functional approaches and methods into a specific rehabilitation or assistive device.
• Project work related to chosen rehabilitation or assistive device or part thereof.

Grade scale A - F

One internal examiner. External examiners are used periodically.

Professor Pavel Zemliansky