Main subject areas
The elective subject is structured in two main subject areas. The main subject areas complement each other, and should be viewed in relation to one another.
Overview of the main subject areas:
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Investigations | Idea Generation and Production |
Investigations
The main subject area deals with how technological product are constructed and function, what kinds of processes are included in their development and use, and what needs the product will satisfy. Development, construction and production of technology are included in the main subject area, in addition to Environment, Health and Safety (EHS). Knowledge about how technology is based on some basic scientific principles and how new technology is based on previous knowledge and experience is also a part of the main subject area.
Idea Generation and Production
The main subject area covers planning, presenting and testing one's own products and constructions. Planning how to present one's own products and constructions and have them tested is based on the use of specification requirements.
Knowledge of the designs and functionalities of other products is very important during the developmental phase. Discussions about the different aspects of a product production will be important during all phases of product development and can also contribute to improving processes and the product itself.
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