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The course is connected to the following study programs

Recommended previous knowledge

The candidate must be a PhD candidate at the Faculty of engineering and science

Learning outcomes

In-depth knowledge and understanding of a research topic within the field of engineering as described in the course content.

After completing the course, the student is expected to:

  • have good knowledge about the state of the art within the selected topic
  • be able to discuss the topic using terminology and concepts related to the topic
  • be able to place the topic in a wider context as described by the state of the art
  • have an in-depth understanding of applications related to this topic
  • apply the understanding of the topic to a research theme related to the student's own specialisation
  • be able to collect more relevant information in the selected topic

Contents

The course contains selected topics from the scientific fields within the Specialisation in engineering sciences:

  • Civil and structural engineering
  • Materials
  • Mechatronics
  • Physics & applied mathematics
  • Renewable energy

Teaching and learning methods

May vary, and can be lectures, laboratory work, seminars etc.

Examination requirements

The content of the course must be approved by the PhD Program Committee for Engineering (PPCE) at the Department of engineering sciences.

Examinations

An oral examination of the written report, testing the candidate’s knowledge of the chosen subject. Pass/Fail

Student evaluation

The course will be evaluated in accordance with the quality assurance system for education, chapter 4.1.

Other information

Must be admitted to the faculty PhD programme
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