Course
Specialisation project in Marine and Offshore Technology (OFF680)
The course gives the students oppoturnities to work on topics related to different marine and offshore technology applications, such as oil and gas industry, offshore wind energy and offshore fish farming.
Dette er emnebeskrivelsen for studieåret 2025-2026
Fakta
Emnekode
OFF680
Vekting (stp)
5
Semester undervisningsstart
Autumn
Undervisningsspråk
English
Antall semestre
1
Vurderingssemester
Autumn
Content
Learning outcome
The students should develop the ability to familiarize themselves with a specific research topic within marine and offshore technology using scientific methods. This process includes collecting information, gaining insights through studies of relevant literature and other sources, and integrating this information with their existing knowledge. Additionally, the students should be trained in managing a comprehensive project by creating a project plan with milestones, reporting intermediate results, and completing a project report.
After completing course, the students should:
- Understand and appreciate the importance of ethical research practices.
- Actively engage in their own skill development and learning.
- Be able to perform detailed scientific literature reviews, including efficient searches in literature databases.
- Recognize the significance of conducting thorough literature reviews.
- Be familiar with the desirable quality and content expected in independent research.
- Define a clear project description and develop a project plan.
- Enhance the efficiency of their individual research efforts.
- Write concise scientific reports, ensuring proper structure, referencing, and avoidance of plagiarism.
- Manage their project schedule and resources effectively, while accommodating expectations and changes.
Forkunnskapskrav
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project assignment | 1/1 | 1 Semesters | Letter grades | All |
The project is individual.
No re-sit opportunities are offered on the project assignment. Students who do not pass the project assignment can retake this part the next time the course has regular teaching.
