Academic year 2021 - 2022

•   Study and career planning KY00DS63-3157 01.08.2021-31.12.2023  5 credits  (OTMI21SP) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  You act responsibly as a student and a member of the university community.
  You are able to set learning objectives, plan your study and career path, follow your progress in studies and assess your learning.
  You are able to improve your working life competencies.
  You know how to act according to the ethical principles of your field.
  You are able to promote your skills and competencies.

  Course contents

  What is Xamk like as a study community and learning environment?
  How do you create a personal study and career plan?
  How do you identify your skills and competences?
  How do you improve your general competences?
  What are your profession and line of work like?
  What ethical principles are relevant to your field?
  How do you promote your competences and strengthen your skills with respect to applying for jobs?
  How do you enhance continuous learning?

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Timo Hynninen

  Teacher(s)

  Reijo Vuohelainen

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.08.2021 - 31.12.2023

  Enrollment date

  23.08.2021 - 29.08.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • OTMI21SP

  Unit, in charge

  Informaatioteknologian koulutusyksikkö (not translated)

  Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Ohjelmistotekniikka

  Unit location

  Mikkeli Campus

  Evaluation scale

  1-5

•   Programming and problem solving OT00EJ94-3001 30.08.2021-31.12.2021  5 credits  (OTMI21SP) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  You know the basics of information processing.
  You know the principles of both creative and algorithmic problem solving, and how to apply them.
  You understand how logic and discrete mathematics relate to computing, and what limitations there are with computational problem solving.
  You understand what algorithmic complexity means.
  You understand the principles of programmatic problem solving, and what problems are suitable for automatization.
  You know how to develop solutions for classic information processing problems, such as playing games, route finding or data representation.

  Course contents

  What professional terms are related to information processing and problem solving?
  What is algorithmic problem solving?
  What factors are related to the design of algorithms?
  How do you take into account the principles of mathematics and physics related to computing?

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Timo Hynninen

  Teacher(s)

  Timo Hynninen

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  23.08.2021 - 29.08.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • OTMI21SP

  Unit, in charge

  Informaatioteknologian koulutusyksikkö (not translated)

  Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Ohjelmistotekniikka

  Unit location

  Mikkeli Campus

  Evaluation scale

  1-5

•   Finnish communication skills KY00DS51-3135 30.08.2021-31.12.2021  5 credits  (OTMI21SP) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  You understand the significance of interaction as part of your professional expertise and you can act appropriately in various communication situations.
  You are familiar with Xamk's instructions for written assignments.
  You are able to search reliable information and use it ethically.
  You can express your views justifying them based on facts and use standard Finnish appropriate in each context.
  You know how to write texts that meet the standards for layout, content and style required in your studies and in your own field, and use appropriate tools and forums.
  You improve your interactive communication skills and manage fluently in different cooperation situations, such as meetings and negotiations.
  You develop your presentation skills for professional purposes and acquire skills in giving and receiving feedback.

  Course contents

  What interaction skills are required in your own studies and in workplaces in your field?
  How do you justify your views using standard Finnish?
  How do you search reliable information from different sources and use it ethically?
  Which written skills (genres, styles, tools) should you master both in your studies and in work assignments in your own professional field?
  How do you utilize language regulations and tools in your studies and workplace communication?
  Which skills do you need in presentations, meetings and negotiations?
  How do you assess your own communication skills and ease your stage fright?
  How do you give constructive feedback?
  How do you utilize the feedback you received?

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Terhi Kaipainen

  Teacher(s)

  Terhi Kaipainen

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Learnin materiaali ja muu opintojakson aikana ilmoitettu materiaali. (not translated)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Työviikkopohjainen oppimisväylä:
  Työjärjestyksen mukainen opetus. Tämä toteutus on lähiopetustoteutus, jossa on mukana virtuaalisia kertoja tarkoituksenmukaisesti. Viestintätaidot-opintojaksosta on olemassa myös monialainen verkkototeutus. Viestintätaitoja voi opiskella verkossa syksyisin, keväisin ja kesäisin. Ota yhteyttä opintovastaavaasi eri mahdollisuuksien selvittämiseksi. (not translated)

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Kirjalliset, suulliset ja tiedonhankinnan tehtävät. (not translated)

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date

  23.08.2021 - 29.08.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • OTMI21SP

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Unit, in charge

  Kielet ja viestintä, Mikkeli (not translated)

  Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Ohjelmistotekniikka

  Unit location

  Mikkeli Campus

  Evaluation scale

  1-5

  Students use of time and load

  Opiskelijan työmäärä on yhteensä lähi- ja etätehtävissä 135 tuntia. (not translated)

•   Computing networks OT00EJ93-3001 01.01.2022-31.07.2022  5 credits  (OTMI21SP) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  You know the basic concepts of networking related to local area networks, wide area networks and wireless networks.
  You understand the operating principle and the protocols used in local area networks.
  You know the role of routers and switches in enterprise networks. You know the OSI and TCP/IP protocol stacks and the principles of IP addressing and subnetting.

  Course contents

  What are the concepts of the internet, intranet and extranet?
  How do local area networks, wide area networks and wireless networks operate?
  What protocols are used in different types of networks and how do they operate?
  What type of devices are routers and switches and what is their role in enterprise networks?
  How are devices connected to networks??

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Timo Hynninen

  Teacher(s)

  Matti Juutilainen

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  To be announced in the course kick-off.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Scheduled track:
  You will attend teaching and guidance sessions as specified in the weekly schedule.
  Your study routine is determined by the scheduled group sessions and by the self-study assignments. You will do the labs in small groups of two-three students.
  Blended track:
  The required skill tests can be done at certain times, agreed with the teacher. Other material can be studied from a network learning environment.

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Lab works, theoretical exams and skill tests.
  To be settled at the course kick off.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  01.01.2022 - 31.07.2022

  Enrollment date

  08.11.2021 - 21.11.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • OTMI21SP

  Unit, in charge

  Informaatioteknologian koulutusyksikkö (not translated)

  Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Ohjelmistotekniikka

  Unit location

  Mikkeli Campus

  Evaluation scale

  1-5

  Exam schedule

  To be announced in the course kick-off.

  Students use of time and load

  135 h, of which 60 hours are worked in a classroom and labs. Homeworks, exam preparations and report writing takes the rest of the time.

•   User experience and user interfaces OT00EJ95-3001 10.01.2022-30.04.2022  5 credits  (OTMI21SP) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  You understand the principles of usability and ease-of-use.
  You know the basic principles of user interface design and user experience.
  You know the features and differences in user interfaces for desktop, web, and mobile applications.
  You know how to analyse usability and how to apply usability heuristics.
  You know how to apply user interface design techniques.

  Course contents

  What type of user interfaces are there?
  What tools can be used in UI design?
  How do you use UI design techniques: Prototyping, storyboarding, usability analysis?
  How is usability evaluated and tested?

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Miia Liukkonen

  Teacher(s)

  Miia Liukkonen

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Recommended or required reading

  Kaikki opiskelumateriaali Learnissä. (not translated)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Aikaan ja paikkaan sitomaton verkkototeutus. (not translated)

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Itsenäisesti suoritettavat oppimistehtävät arvioidaan pisteillä 0-5 sekä tentti tulee suorittaa hyväksytysti läpi saadaksesi arvosanan opintojaksosta. (not translated)

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  10.01.2022 - 30.04.2022

  Enrollment date

  08.11.2021 - 21.11.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • OTMI21SP

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Unit, in charge

  Informaatioteknologian koulutusyksikkö (not translated)

  Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Ohjelmistotekniikka

  Unit location

  Ecampus

  Virtual proportion

  5 credits

  Evaluation scale

  1-5

  Work placement(s)

  Ei ole. (not translated)

•   Professional English KY00DS47-3105 10.01.2022-01.05.2022  5 credits  (OTMI21SP) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  You are able to actively use the basic professional vocabulary of your field.
  You are able to look for information in English in professional sources and apply it in different study and work related communication situations.
  You are able to communicate in English in various spoken and written situations in your professional field at the European level B2.

  Prerequisites and co-requisites

  If you have been instructed to participate in the Intensive course in English, you must complete it or independently acquire the equivalent knowledge and skills before you can participate in this course.

  Course contents

  What professional vocabulary is essential in your professional field?
  How to look for information in professional sources in English and how to apply this information?
  How to interact in spoken communication situations in English and how to draw up texts in English for professional purposes?
  How to communicate in study-related situations and work communities in English?

  Assessment criteria

  Satisfactory

  Ability to communicate in English orally and in writing in various situations in the professional field mainly at the European (CEFR) level B1.

  Good

  Ability to communicate in English orally and in writing in various situations in the professional field mainly at the European (CEFR) level B2.

  Excellent

  Ability to communicate in English orally and in writing in various situations in the professional field mainly at the European (CEFR) level C1.

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Pia Paakkulainen

  Teacher(s)

  Pia Paakkulainen

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Opettajan ja opiskelijoiden kokoama materiaali Learnissa. (not translated)

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Työviikkopohjainen oppimisväylä:
  Opiskelija osalllistuu työjärjestyksen mukaiseen opetukseen.
  
  Opintoja nopeuttava oppimisväylä:
  Ota opintojakson opettajaan yhteyttä hyvissä ajoin ennen opintojakson alkua nopeuttavan opiskeluvaihtoehdon selvittämiseksi.
  
  Työhön integroitu oppimisväylä:
  Ota opintojakson opettajaan yhteyttä hyvissä ajoin ennen opintojakson alkua sen määrittämiseksi:
  • onko työhön integroitu oppimisväylä omassa työtehtävässäsi mahdollinen
  • millaisia näyttöjä osaamisestasi sinun on mahdollista antaa
  • mitä opintojakson osia sinun tulee mahdollisesti suorittaa sen lisäksi opetukseen osallistuen (not translated)

  Assessment methods and criteria

  Itsenäiset tehtävät, kirjallinen tentti, suullinen tentti, opiskelijan aktiivisuus opintojaksolla. (not translated)

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  10.01.2022 - 01.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  08.11.2021 - 21.11.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • OTMI21SP

  Seats

  20 - 50

  Unit, in charge

  Kielet ja viestintä, Mikkeli (not translated)

  Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Ohjelmistotekniikka

  Unit location

  Mikkeli Campus

  Evaluation scale

  1-5

  Exam schedule

  Opintojakson varsinainen tentti oppitunneilla ja uusintatentit Exam-tenttijärjestelmää hyödyntäen. (not translated)

  Students use of time and load

  Opintojakson laajuus 5 op = 135 tuntia opiskelijatyötä. (not translated)

•   Programming project OT00EJ96-3001 02.05.2022-13.05.2022  5 credits  (OTMI21SP) +-
  Learning outcomes of the course

  You take part in a software development project.
  You know how to work in a project as a programmer.
  You develop your professional skills and become acquainted with software projects in practice.

  Course contents

  What is programming work like in a project developed for a company?
  What are client requirements? How do you plan and execute a project according to the requirements?
  What things are related to the design, development, and presentation of a final product to a customer?
  What tools and software are used in real software development projects?

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  Name of lecturer(s)

  Timo Hynninen

  Teacher(s)

  Timo Hynninen

  Ohjelmointi ITY

  Timo Mynttinen

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Recommended or required reading

  Announced on the course page in Learn.

  Planned learning activities and teaching methods

  Scheduled track:
  You will attend teaching and guidance sessions as specified in the weekly schedule. Guided and independent project studies.

  Language of instruction

  Tuition in Finnish

  Timing

  02.05.2022 - 13.05.2022

  Enrollment date

  14.03.2022 - 31.03.2022

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • OTMI21SP

  Unit, in charge

  Informaatioteknologian koulutusyksikkö (not translated)

  Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Ohjelmistotekniikka

  Unit location

  Mikkeli Campus

  Evaluation scale

  1-5

  Work placement(s)

  The course is arranged jointly with one or more companies.

Academic year 2022 - 2023

There is no implementations attached to this degree programme.