Course Objectives

Students will:

Acquire insight and practice in system design and working methods with regards to both technical and non-technical issues.

Learn how to carry out a systematic specification of a technical product.

Learn to plan strategies for the development of a product.

Learn how to set up resources and accounts for a product.

Gain experience in management, written and oral presentations, group processes, goal formulation and management, scientific working methods, and acquire responsibility for their working environment and that of others.

Course Description

A technical approach that will provide students with experience in system design, as well as working methods regarding technical, economic and other non-technical aspects, especially with regard to product development and marketing.

Learning Methods

Group work with supervision.

The project is closely connected to the course VBØ Product Development and Marketing. The project may be completed, or be a pilot project for the main project.

Assessment Methods

Completion of the project, reporting and final presentation/examination. Individual grade.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean