MABIO4810 Molecular Pathology Course description

The course forms a theoretical and practical basis for being able to assess choices and perform molecular analyses of genetic changes in cancer cells, both in diagnostics and research. This comprises advanced immunological, biochemical, cell and molecular biology methods. A selection of these methods are used in the practical work.

The programme consists of courses that lead up to an exam. Each course is worth at least 10 credits.

In order to be awarded the degree Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, the candidate must have passed at least 180 credits consisting of the following groups of courses, cf. the National Curriculum Regulations:

• Common courses (C), 30 credits – basic mathematics, systems perspectives on engineering and an introduction to professional engineering practice and work methods. The common courses are common to all study programmes.
• Programme courses (P), 50-70 credits – technical subjects, natural science subjects and social science subjects. Programme courses are common to all programme options in a study programme
• Technical specialisation courses (TS), 50-70 credits – courses that provide a clear specialisation in the student’s engineering field and that are based on programme courses and common courses
• Elective courses, 30 credits (E) – provide breadth or depth in the professional specialisation..

Prerequisite knowledge is required to take some of the courses, meaning that students must have passed the exam in a particular course. Any prerequisite knowledge requirements are described in the course description.

Elective courses

Students choose two of the three mechanical engineering courses available in the fifth semester. Students choose between the mechanical engineering courses or Mathematics 3000. If a student wants to take another course, this must be approved by the mechanical engineering programme

The choice of topic for the bachelor’s thesis is related to the choice of elective courses. Start-up is dependent on a sufficient number of students registering for a course.

Electives for the 2020-2021:

Field of study: Construction and design

5. semester

• MASK3610 Applied Fluid Mechanics
• DAVE3710 Academic English
• DAVE3700 Mathematics 3000
• MEK3100 Programming 2
• MEK3200 Project management
• TKDF1000 Interdisciplinary Project Work

6. semester

• DAVE3705 Mathematics 4000 (*)

Studieretning: Mechatronics

5. semester

• ELI3600 Industrielle kommunikasjonssystemer
• ELVE3600 Kybernetikk 2
• DAVE3710 Academic English
• DAVE3700 Mathematics 3000
• MEK3100 Programming 2
• MEK3200 Prosjektledelse
• TKDF1000 Interdiscplinary Project Work

6. semester

• DAVE3705 Mathematics 4000 (*)

Students must have been admitted to the Master’s Programme in Health and Technology - Specialisation in Biomedicine. The course is also offered as an individual course, with the same admission requirements as for the specialisation.

After completing the course, the student should have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence: 

Knowledge 

The student 

• can critically assess the choice of material and method for molecular diagnostics
• can account for possibilities and limitations associated with the use of advanced molecular analyses
• can discuss results of molecular analyses against clinical relevance

Skills 

The student 

• can use and critically interpret results from selected methods in molecular pathology in an independent manner
• can work on the basis of knowledge of their own area of diagnostics and research
• can independently assess the suitability of molecular pathology methods in a clinical context

General competence

The student 

• can critically assess relevant molecular pathology methods in biomedical research and diagnostics 
• can critically assess, discuss and disseminate advanced research literature 
• can help to implement molecular pathology methods in their own field

The course is largely web-based and includes digital lectures, digital group assignments and self-study. The course also comprises a compulsory three-day session at OsloMet that includes skills training in the form of laboratory courses. The group assignments include oral presentations where students receive feedback on their work from fellow students and the lecturer.

The following must have been approved in order for the student to take the exam: 

• minimum attendance of 80% at scheduled digital lectures
• minimum attendance of 80% at campus-based session

Individual written home exam over 3 days, 2,000 words (+/- 20%).

The paper can be written in English or a Scandinavian language.

All aids are permitted, as long as the rules for source referencing are complied with.

This programme description was prepared by OsloMet pursuant to the National Curriculum Regulations for Engineering Education, adopted by the Ministry of Education on 18 Mai 2018.

The Norwegian Qualifications Framework for Higher Education, which was adopted by the Ministry of Education and Research on 20 March 2009, provides an overview of the overall learning outcomes defined in terms of the knowledge, skills and general competence candidates are expected to have achieved after completing the education. The learning outcomes described in the programme description have been prepared in accordance with the National Curriculum Regulations and the Qualifications Framework.

The Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering has two programme option:

• Construction and Design
• Mechatronics

The study programme is based on a sound foundation comprising relevant mathematics and other natural science and social science courses, and it provides a good basis for different positions in both the private and public sector. Mechanical engineers work in the workshop industry, process industry, engineering companies and consultancy firms, for manufacturers and suppliers of equipment, in shipping companies and oil companies.

The students will acquire good knowledge of basic engineering subjects to create a sound platform for developing their own knowledge and skills over the course of an interesting and creative career.

Through collaboration with the industry, the mechanical engineering programme seeks to stay at the forefront of developments with regard to the use of computer-based methods and tools. Among other things, 3D modelling and rapid prototyping are actively used in teaching. Together with an industry-oriented composition of courses, this will enable our graduate engineers to solve the tasks expected of a modern-day mechanical engineer.

Continuous efforts are made to ensure the programme is up to date. The tuition is research-based and is revised annually to be able to meet the industry’s expectations of a newly graduated engineer.

Mechanical Engineering is a three-year, full-time programme, and candidates who complete the programme will be awarded the degree Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering.

After completing and passing the three-year bachelor’s degree programme in Mechanical Engineering, the candidate is expected to have achieved the following overall learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The candidate:

• has basic knowledge of construction and/or production, materials and knowledge of overall system and product development. The candidate has knowledge that contributes to relevant specialisation, breadth or depth in the field.
• has basic knowledge of mathematics, natural science and relevant social science and economics subjects and how they are integrated in system and product development, construction and production
• has knowledge of the history and development of mechanical engineering and the role of engineers in society
• has knowledge of the consequences of developing and using technology
• is familiar with research and development work, relevant methodology and work methods in the field
• is capable of updating their knowledge in the field by collecting information and through contact with professional environments and practical work

Skills

The candidate:

• is capable of applying knowledge of mathematics, physics, chemistry and technology subjects to formulate, specify, plan and solve technical problems in a well-founded and systematic way
• masters development methodology, and knows how to use modelling/simulation programs and how to realise solutions and systems
• is capable of identifying, planning and implementing projects, experiments and simulations, and of analysing, interpreting and using acquired data, both independently and in teams
• is capable of finding, assessing and utilising technical expertise in a critical manner in the field of mechanical engineering, and of presenting such knowledge so that it sheds light on an issue, both orally and in writing
• is capable of contributing to fresh thinking, innovation, quality management and entrepreneurship through the development and realisation of sustainable products, systems and/or solutions that benefit society

General competence

The candidate:

• has insight into the environmental, health-related, social and financial impacts of products and solutions in the discipline and can apply ethical and lifecycle perspectives
• is capable of communicating engineering knowledge to different target groups both orally and in writing, and has the ability to illustrate the importance and impacts of technology
• is capable of reflecting on their own professional practice, including in teams and interdisciplinary contexts, and is able to adapt the practice to the work situation
• is capable of contributing to the development of good practice by participating in professional discussions in the field of mechanical engineering and by sharing knowledge and experience with others

Required coursework means compulsory assignments/activities that must be approved by a given deadline in order for students to be able to sit the exam. Coursework can be written work, project work, oral presentations, lab courses, compulsory attendance at lectures etc. Required coursework can be done individually or in groups.

The required coursework is intended to ensure the students’ progress and development and that they participate in necessary elements of the programme. Coursework requirements can also be set to ensure that students achieve a learning outcome that cannot be tested in an exam.

Previously approved coursework can be valid for two years after it is approved, provided that the course has not changed.

Required coursework is assessed as ‘approved’ or ‘not approved’.

The coursework requirements for each course are described in the course description. The number and type of coursework requirements, the rules for meeting the coursework requirements, deadlines and other details are set out in the course descriptions and teaching plans that are announced at the start of the semester.

Not approved coursework

Valid absence documented by, for example, a medical certificate does not exempt students from meeting the coursework requirements. Students who have valid grounds for absence, or who have submitted coursework that is not approved, should as far as possible be given a new chance to resubmit it before the exam. This must be agreed with the lecturer in question on a case-to-case basis. If another attempt at meeting a coursework requirement is not possible because of the nature of the subject/course, the student must be prepared to meet the coursework requirement on the next possible occasion. This can result in delayed progress in the programme.

Etter å ha gjennomført dette emnet har studenten følgende læringsutbytte, definert som kunnskap, ferdigheter og generell kompetanse:

Kunnskap

Studenten har kunnskap om:

• Ohms lov, Kirchoffs lover og elektriske kretser.
• oppbyggingen av elektriske distribusjonssystemer og sikkerhet i elektriske nett,
• elektriske motorer som brukes innen ventilasjonsanlegg og vannbåren varme anlegg.
• styrestrøm og hovedstrøm, DDC og PLS.
• fornybare energikilder som sol- og vindkraft
• bygningsautomasjons- og systemintegrasjon i bygg og smarte byer.
• styring og reguleringsteknikk innen inneklima, energi og effekt inkludert stabilitetsanalyse av reguleringssystemer.
• ITB-rollen (NS3935) og faglig ledelse ved overtakelse av tekniske anlegg i bygg (NS6450)

Ferdigheter

Studenten kan:

• identifisere og løse problemer i elektriske kretser
• forstå oppbyggingen av elektriske distribusjonssystemer, inkludert spenningsnivåer, komponenter og beskyttelsesutstyr
• bruke DDC- og PLS-systemer til å kontrollere elektriske anlegg
• om Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
• prosjektere, programmere og driftsette et enkelt IoT anlegg
• forstå prinsippene for fornybare energikilder, inkludert sol- og vindkraft
• vurdere mulighetene for å bruke bygningsautomasjon for å forbedre energieffektiviteten og komforten i bygg og smarte byer
• anvende styrings- og reguleringsteknikk til å forbedre inneklimaet og energieffektiviteten i et bygg
• planlegge og gjennomføre overtakelse av tekniske anlegg i bygg

Generell kompetanse

Studenten har:

• evnen til å identifisere og løse problemer på en effektiv måte, samt reflektere over egen læring og utvikling
• evnen til å kommunisere effektivt samt samarbeide effektivt i team
• evnen til å analysere informasjon samt trekke konklusjoner og tilpasse seg endringer