Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course the student should be able to

• search and in a critical way interpret and compile relevant scientific literature
• in a creative way delimit a scientific problem, plan a scientific study, choose appropriate methods, carry out the study, interpret and evaluate the results and explain the observations within given time frames
• present the results in correct language for different target groups both in scientific and in popular form
• work independently with a scientific approach within the chosen field of engineering

Content

An independent project is carried out, where the knowledge from earlier completed courses are applied. The project is guided by a supervisor in close connection to ongoing projects in research or development.

Instruction

Individual instruction and seminars.

Assessment

To pass, a passed oral and written presentation of the degree project is required. The written presentation should consist of a scientific report, a popular summary and a summary in English.