Early assessment of projects
2012-2013
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TØL4011
- 10 ECTS
Expected learning outcomes
After completing the course, the student is supposed to
Knowledge
- be able to define, execute and select methods and tools to evaluate various concepts at an early stage.
Skills
- be able to use appropriate evaluation methods to identify and analyze concepts at an early stage.
General comptence
- by practical project work demonstrate knowledge on how to ensure the best possible concept and improve social sustainability in projects.
Topic(s)
Methods and tools in the early phase:
- system analysis
- strategy analysis - a logical framework
- analysis of uncertainty
- strategic framework
- probability based cost analysis
- profitability and sustainability assessment
- risk analysis
- probability based propulsion analysis
Teaching Methods
Lectures
Project work
Tutoring
Teaching Methods (additional text)
The course will be made accessible for both campus- and remote students. Every student are free to choose the pedagogic arrangement form that are best fitted for her/his own requirement.
The lectures in the course will be given on campus and are open for both categories of students. Lectures that sums up the main issues in the lecture will also be available on internet through GUC’s learning management system (ClassFronter).
Tutoring are given at campus in accordance to announced times. In addition there will be at least on gathering at campus for remote students with mandatory laboratory exercises.
Tutoring is also available on internet.
Form(s) of Assessment
Written exam, 4 hours
Form(s) of Assessment (additional text)
Written Exam, 4 hours
Grading Scale
Alphabetical Scale, A(best) – F (fail)
External/internal examiner
2 Internal Examiners
Re-sit examination
Next ordinary exam
Examination support
All printed and written
Coursework Requirements
Two passed projects
Teaching Materials
Frank A. Wilson: “Towards Sustainable Project Development”, 1997
Richard Maltzman, David Shirley: “Green Project Management”, 2011