MABY5900 Master's Thesis Course description

Lectures, computer exercises and problem-solving exercises.

None.

After completing the master's thesis, the student is expected to have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge:

The student:

• has in-depth knowledge in the field of building technology or structural engineering and specialised knowledge in the topic of the master's thesis.
• has in-depth knowledge of theories and methods of relevance to the topic of the master's thesis.
• has knowledge of new solutions, technologies or processes in the field.

Skills:

The student:

• is capable of analysing and taking a critical approach to different sources of information and using them to structure and formulate argumentation in the field.
• is capable of analysing existing theories, methods and standardised solutions and of working independently on practical and theoretical problem-solving.
• is capable of using relevant methods for research and development work in an independent manner.
• is capable of carrying out an independent, delimited research or development project under supervision and in accordance with applicable research ethical standards.

General competence:

The student:

• is capable of applying his/her knowledge and skills to new fields for the purpose of carrying out advanced tasks and projects.
• is capable of communicating extensive independent work and masters the forms of expression used in the field.
• is capable of communicating on issues, analyses and solutions in the field of structural engineering and building technology, both with specialists and with the general public.
• is capable of contributing to new ideas and innovation processes.

A handheld calculator that cannot be used for wireless communication. If the calculator's internal memory can store data, the memory must be deleted before the exam. Random checks may be made.

Graded scale A-F.

One internal examiner. External examiners are used regularly.

All aids are permitted.

A grade scale with grades from A to E for pass and F for fail is used.

Two examiners, of whom at least one shall be external.