MAS242 Product Development
- ECTS Credits:
- 7.5
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Engineering and Science
- Course Leader:
- Ilya Tyapin
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Teaching language:
- English or Norwegian
- Duration:
- 1 term
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Mechatronics, Bachelor's Programme
Teaching language
English or NorwegianCourse contents
Product development methodology, project work, project planning and team work, product development from need to concept and prototype, user orientation, product specification, concept generation, evaluation and choice of solution, design for X, 3D modeling and 3D printing, practical system design and control, LabView / Simulink toolbox LEGO Mindstorms, report writing.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course, the student is expected to
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be able to explain product development methodology from need to prototype, and choose appropriate methods in a structured product development process
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be able to perform a product development project in a team
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be able to find, acquire and present relevant subject matter
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be able to apply a knowledge and methods from design for X and make conscious choices in the product development process
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be able to specify, develop, evaluate and select solutions in relation to requirements and wishes for the product in a lifecycle perspective
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be able to apply mathematical, algorithmic and control principles as well as relevant methods for planning, developing and implementing a working prototype through physical construction and software development
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be able to present process, solutions and results and provide substantiated feedback on the work of fellow students
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be able to document knowledge, process, collaboration and results and reflect on this in a structured project report
Examination requirements
Two mandatory assignments. Milestone presentation with fellow student assessment.
Teaching methods
Student active teaching methods. Project in team.
Evaluation
The person responsible for the course, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.
Offered as Single Standing Module
Yes. Subject to availability or capacity.
Assessment methods and criteria
Group project report including mechatronics prototype and presentation. Group graded assessment.
Reduction of Credits
This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:
| Course | Reduction of Credits |
|---|---|
| MAS105 – Product Development | 7.5 |