Course - Safety and Asset Management, Specialization Project - TMR4550
Safety and Asset Management, Specialization Project
About
About the course
Course content
Topic for the project thesis has to be related to marine systems and activities, and focus on problems and challenges within the area of "Safety and Asset Management".
The students have to attend a mandatory introduction seminar to the project thesis beyond the established ECTS. The seminar has to be attended as part of the project thesis course. The seminar consists of lectures and assignments which has to be passed for the students to be allowed to hand in the project thesis. The content of the seminar prepares the student for writing their thesis; such as searching for literature, writing reports, scientific publishing and ethics.
Learning outcome
The student shall gain in-depth knowledge of a specific topic within safe operation and maintenance, using scientific methods of work. This includes obtaining additional knowledge through searching scientific literature and other relevant sources, and combining this with own knowledge. The student shall learn to perform a larger, independent project work, including making a project plan and project report in accordance with general recognized standards. The master thesis is most often a continuation of the project thesis.
After having completed the introduction seminar to the project thesis the student shall: know and understand the importance of ethical research practices. Be able to take an active role in their own skills development and learning. Understand the importance of conducting thorough literature reviews. Be able to perform detailed scientific literature reviews, including searching in literature databases. Be acquainted with the desirable quality and content of independent research. Be able to conduct accurate report writing, and thesis preparation. Know how to increase the effectiveness of their individual research. Know how to write concise scientific reports, including structuring, referencing, and avoiding plagiarism. Manage their project schedule and resources, managing expectations and change. Be able to define a project description and project plan.
Learning methods and activities
Individual project work with guidance from the supervisor.
Lectures, self-study. Mandatory assignment.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Engineering and ICT (MTING)
Marine Technology (MIMART)
Marine Technology (MSN1)
Marine Technology (MTMART)
Recommended previous knowledge
All mandatory subjects in 3rd and 4th year for the study program and the specialization "Safety and Asset Management".
Required previous knowledge
The course is only accessible for students admitted to the master programmes Marine Technology and Engineering and ICT.
Course materials
Guideline for writing reports and lecture notes.
Subject areas
- Safety, Reliability and Maintenance
- Maintenance and Risk Analysis
- Operation technology
- Marine Technology
- Technological subjects