CURRICULUM

FOR

THE MARINE AND TECHNICAL ENGINEERING

PROGRAMME
at MSK

Bachelor of
Technology Management and Marine Engineering
Programme

This curriculum applies to students who start the first semester of the theoretical part of the
marine and technical engineering programme in January 2013 or later.

6.03.2013

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Contents
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 3
Purpose of the programme............................................................................................................... 4
Objectives ...................................................................................................................................... 5
Learning objectives ......................................................................................................................... 6
Admission requirements .................................................................................................................. 8
The programme's structure .............................................................................................................. 9
Theoretical training course ............................................................................................................. 13
Elective subjects ........................................................................................................................... 18
MSK's pedagogical profile .............................................................................................................. 19
Forms of learning .......................................................................................................................... 20
Placement .................................................................................................................................... 21
Bachelor project ............................................................................................................................ 22
Assessment .................................................................................................................................. 23
Pass criteria.................................................................................................................................. 25
Time extensions for written examination .......................................................................................... 26
Re-examination............................................................................................................................. 27
Illness at examination .................................................................................................................... 27
Examination attempts .................................................................................................................... 28
Registration for normal examination ................................................................................................ 29
Complaints about examination, test or assessment .......................................................................... 30
Approval of training at other educational institution ........................................................................... 31
Assessment schedule .................................................................................................................... 32
Quality assurance ......................................................................................................................... 34
Study regulations and code of conduct ............................................................................................ 35

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CURRICULUM

Introduction
The curriculum describes more precisely the rules for becoming a Marine and Technical Engineer (Bachelor of
technology management and marine engineering) at the Copenhagen School of Marine Engineering and
Technology Management. It has been prepared in accordance with the following Acts and Orders:

Consolidated Act no. 207 of 4th March 2011 as amended by Act no. 478 of 30th May 2012 on maritime
training programmes
Order on the marine and technical engineering programme Order no. 1331 of 17.12.2012
Order on the examination, testing and assessment of participants in the maritime training programmes
(the Order on examinations) Order no. 1289 of 14.12.2009
Order on approval and quality assurance etc. of maritime training programmes Order no. 1373 of
16.12.2009

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Purpose of the programme

The Bachelor of Technology Management and Marine Engineering Programme, the marine
and technical engineering programme, is designed to qualify the students at a management
level on ships and shore-based companies, to assume responsibility for operation and
maintenance of technical plant and installations, including being responsible for ensuring the
plant and installations operate optimally in terms of safety, operating economies and the
environment (Order no. 1331 of 17.12.2012, Section 1)
The title of professional bachelor signifies that the teaching in the study programme is organized with a
knowledge foundation, which is characterized by a professional grounding, development basis and research
association. Throughout the training the findings of national and international research, test and development
work are included from fields that are relevant to the profession. Information and communication technology is
included in the whole educational process to the extent that it is appropriate in relation to content and the
pedagogical organization.

It is a requirement that students work methodically and systematically in both theory and practice.

The programme gives the right to the title Marine and Technical Engineer, Bachelor of Technology
Management and Marine Engineering, abbreviated as BTecMan & MarEng.

The programme is placed at level 6 in the Danish Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning.

The programme provides the prerequisites for further education through master programmes i.e., Master in
Management of Technology, MBA in Shipping and Logistics and postgraduate programmes i.e., Master
in biosystems technology and Master of science in manufacturing technology (Cand.scient.techn).

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Objectives
The marine and technical engineering programme qualifies the student to:
1. Engage in management and collaborative contexts with people from differing educational and cultural
backgrounds with English as the working language
2. Assume economic, technical and safety related responsibilities associated with technical plant and
installations
3. Be able to plan and take responsibility for the performance of work assignments
4. Acquire and evaluate new knowledge within the marine and technical engineering profession's field
5. Participate in further education

After graduation, the student shall have the theoretical background to:

acquire authorization as an electrician pursuant to the Order on approved tests and training
requirements for authorization of electricians
acquire boiler attendant certificate and refrigeration licence, pursuant to applicable Order on
occupational health and safety based education
commence qualifying courses related to regulating and performance testing of gas-fired plant over 135
kW, pursuant to the Order on the personal professional qualifications of the technician responsible and
his/her colleagues in authorized and approved competent companies
meet the requirements of the International Convention on Standards of Training and Watchkeeping for
Seafarers, as later amended (STCW Convention, Chapter III/2 and III/6), so that a certificate of
competency can be issued when the Maritime elective subject is completed and the conditions for
issue of a certificate of competency, in accordance with applicable Order on qualification requirements
on certificate of competency, are met.

The study programme for a marine and technical engineer shall at the same time develop the students'
personal skills to
work independently
work in project groups
demonstrate initiative and innovative behaviour
work in a structured and quality-conscious manner

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Learning objectives
Knowledge

After completion of the training programme the marine and technical engineer is expected to have

1. knowledge of and be able to explain the methodology and theories within management, safety,
innovation, performance and energy optimization as well as internationalization, as applied in the
marine and technical engineering profession,
2. knowledge of and be able to describe principles for design of machinery, processing and electro-
technical plant and installations as well as the safety, optimization and managerial areas related to the
plant and installations,
3. knowledge of practical methods of operating and maintaining machinery, processing and electro-
technical plant and installations
4. knowledge of the basic scientific concepts applied in the marine and technical engineering profession
5. knowledge of the maritime industry's organization, including the division of responsibilities between
the various sectors, departments and stakeholders
6. knowledge of the regulatory basis of the profession's practice
7. knowledge, which enables identification and explanation of the development and research findings
used in the marine and technical engineering profession
8. knowledge of entrepreneurship, innovation and enterprise.

Skills

After completion of the training programme the marine and technical engineer is expected to be able to

1. analyse how theoretical management models can be applied in practice and disseminate the findings
at a professional level
2. evaluate theoretical, economic calculation models of technical plant and installations and disseminate
the findings at a professional level
3. calculate and analyse operational economic data for energy and performance optimization
4. calculate and analyse data within the environmental field for energy and performance optimization
5. operate, drive and maintain machinery, processing and electro-technical plant and installations
6. conduct measurements on and troubleshoot machinery, processing and electro-technical plant and
installations
7. use technical drawings, process schedules, electrical circuit diagrams and control diagrams
8. disseminate profession-oriented written and oral communication in English so as to be able to function
in an international environment
9. gather, evaluate and apply new knowledge within the profession
10. apply appropriate scientific methodology to analysis of issues of relevance to the profession
11. handle and demonstrate project organized and development-oriented approaches and disseminate
the result of the work to partners and users

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Competences

After completion of the training programme the marine and technical engineer is expected to be able to

1. select and perform appropriate technical calculations on machinery, processing and electro-technical
plant and installations
2. take the initiative to and plan work assignments that are relevant to the profession and collaborate with
others on the production and evaluation of the results
3. take responsibility for operation and maintenance in terms of safety, operating economies and the
environment
4. develop solutions to performance and energy optimization of machinery, processing and electro-
technical plant and installations
5. engage in management and collaborative contexts with people from differing educational or cultural
backgrounds
6. compare experiences, practical skills and theoretical knowledge and disseminate the results at a
professional level
7. acquire a special insight into topics, fields and problems that are relevant to the work in the profession
8. select, assess and apply data material, including relevant results from research and development
work, in relation to specific and complex assignments within the profession
9. take responsibility for and work independently with own learning needs and methods, to progress in
the marine and technical engineering profession
10. participate actively in a democratic society, including debating practices within the profession, in light
of organizational and administrative frameworks and social conditions

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Admission requirements

To be admitted to the professional bachelor programme to become a marine and technical engineer, you shall
either

Point 1
have completed one of the following upper secondary school educations:
stx (upper secondary school leaving examination)
hf (higher preparatory examination)
htx (higher technical examination)
hhx (higher commercial examination)
eux (vocational degree and upper secondary diploma)
an access course in engineering with mathematics, English and Danish as well as physics or
chemistry, of which two subjects shall be at least a grade B and the remaining subjects of at least
grade C,

or

Point 2
have completed a vocational training (EUD) on at least level 3 of the Danish qualifications framework,
supplemented by
a. mathematics, English, Danish as well as physics or chemistry, of which two subjects shall be at
least a grade B and the remaining at least grade C

Relevant work experience of at least 2 years duration can, based on a prior learning evaluation, replace the
admission requirement of vocational training.

Students admitted in accordance with point 2 shall, to achieve full exemption from the workshop training
school, be able to document that they have in their professional training undertaken

1. Machining of metals for a period of approx. 40 hours

2. Thermal joining and cutting for a period of approx. 40 hours
3. Machine-related workshop technology for a period of approx. 40 hours
4. Electrical installation (40 hours)

In addition, they must have a valid first aid certificate.

If the student cannot document the above-mentioned, the marine and technical engineering programme shall
be supplemented by workshop school lessons in these subjects.
The supplementary training shall be completed before placement commences.

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The programme's structure

Duration
The marine and technical engineering programme is, for a student admitted in accordance with the admission
requirements in point 1, prescribed as 4 years divided into 9 semesters, equivalent to 270 ECTS credits.

The marine and technical engineering programme is, for a student admitted in accordance with the admission
requirements in point 2, prescribed as 3 years divided into 6 semesters, equivalent to 180 ECTS credits.

According to the European Credit Transfer System, a full-time student's work for 1 year equates to 60 ECTS
credits. One semester's work is thus 30 ECTS credits.

For students admitted in accordance with the admission requirements in point 1, the training programme
comprises compulsory subjects (175 ECTS), elective subjects (20 ECTS), placement (60 ECTS) and bachelor
project (15 ECTS).

For students admitted in accordance with the admission requirements in point 2, the training programme
comprises compulsory subjects (130 ECTS), elective subjects (20 ECTS), placement (15 ECTS) and bachelor
project (15 ECTS).

Theoretical and practical lessons are intended to make up an average of 36 hours per week during the
workshop training course and an average of 24 hours per week in the 1st to the 5th semester of the theoretical
part of the training. The remaining time per week comprises work in study groups concerning work
assignments, project work, preparation and self-study.
During the placement period, after completion of workshop training school and in the placement and bachelor
project period in the 6th semester, the average working time is 37 hours per week.

The training programme is designed to have an increasing degree of difficulty and complexity through the
programme with ever increasing demands on the student's knowledge, skills and competences.

The individual modules are placed in such a way that they partly support the learning objectives of the training
programme and partly follow a considered and logical sequence, enabling a continuous professional and
personal progression and development throughout the training course. It is an aim to let the modules support
each other to an extent that will make it apparent to the student that reality is not fragmented corresponding to
the modules' division, but it can certainly be understood when the individual modules are put into play with
each other.

The training programme shall be completed within a number of years, corresponding to twice the prescribed
study period. The educational institution may in exceptional circumstances grant dispensation.

Structure
For students admitted in accordance with admission requirements - point 1, the marine and technical
engineering programme comprises the following components:

Workshop traineeship

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 Workshop project
Work placement
Compulsory subjects
Elective subjects
Profession-based placement
Bachelor project

Overview of the marine and technical engineering programme's course and content for students
admitted in accordance with admission requirements - point 1.

Semester ECTS
V1 Compulsory subjects and workshop traineeship 30
V2 Workshop project 15
Work placement 15
V3 Work placement 30
M1 Compulsory subjects 30
M2 Compulsory subjects 30
M3 Compulsory subjects 30
M4 Compulsory subjects 30
M5 Compulsory subjects and elective subjects 30
M6 Profession-based placement 15
Bachelor project 15

For students admitted in accordance with admission requirements - point 2, the marine and technical
engineering programme comprises the following components:
Compulsory subjects
Elective subjects
Profession-based placement
Bachelor project

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Overview of the marine and technical engineering programme's course and content for students
admitted in accordance with admission requirements - point 2

Semester ECTS
M1 Compulsory subjects 30
M2 Compulsory subjects 30
M3 Compulsory subjects 30
M4 Compulsory subjects 30
M5 Compulsory subjects and elective subjects 30
M6 Profession-based placement 15
Bachelor project 15

Workshop training school course

Students admitted in accordance with admission requirements - point 1, will during the first three semesters
undertake a workshop training school course. Each semester comprises 19 weeks. Evaluations are placed in
the last week of the 1st semester, 8th-9th week of 2nd semester and final week of 3rd semester.

The purpose of the workshop training course is to give students a professional and theoretical education, so
as to acquire knowledge of practical skills of relevance to a marine and technical engineer. In addition, the
student shall acquire knowledge of planning of practical tasks, so that these can be performed in a work
environmentally responsible manner.

Overview of compulsory subjects in the workshop course

Subject Place in
the training ECTS
course
Theoretical and practical work with V1 8
machining
Theoretical and practical work with V1 8
welding
Producing and understanding technical V1 2
documentation
Materials knowledge V1 2
Occupational health and safety V1 2
Theoretical and practical engine theory V1 2
Theoretical and practical electro- V1 2
technology
Theoretical and practical refrigeration V1 2
technology
Theoretical and practical work with V1 2
hydraulics and pneumatics

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Workshop training school project V2 15
Work placement V2 15
Work placement V3 30

Timetable structure for the workshop course when the training is undertaken at MEK (building 427)

Monday/Tuesday or Thursday/Friday
08.00-09.45
10.00-12.00
12.30-14.15
14.30-15.00

Timetable structure for the workshop course when the training is undertaken at MSK (building 358)

08.10-08.55
09.00-09.45
10.05-10.50
10.55-11.40
12.15-13.00
13.05-13.50
13.55-14.40

Purpose of the semesters in the workshop training school course

V1
Purpose: The student shall acquire knowledge of practical skills that are relevant to the marine and technical
engineering profession

V2
Purpose: The student should be able to apply the practical and theoretical skills in a professional complex
project

V3
Purpose: The student shall test out and train the practical and theoretical skills in a working environment within
the profession

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Theoretical training course
The compulsory subjects are characteristic and fundamental to the marine and technical engineering study.
These subjects are placed in the 1st to 5th semester of the theoretical training course.

Elective subjects, which are placed in the 5th semester of the theoretical training course, give the student the
opportunity, dependant on interest, to formulate his/her own structure on top of the compulsory subjects. The
elective subjects are provided as combinations that constitute a study line, but can also be selected
individually.

The profession-based placement, which is placed in the 6th semester of the theoretical training course, is an
unpaid placement in a private or public company.

The bachelor project, which is placed in the 6th semester, is a major project that addresses a practical issue
relevant to a marine and technical engineer. The project can be undertaken independently or in a small group.

Each semester in the theoretical training course has 17 weeks of teaching, followed by a period of 2 weeks for
examination projects and evaluation.

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Overview of compulsory subjects in the marine and technical engineering programme's theoretical
training course

Subject Place in the training course ECTS

Interdisciplinary elements 1st semester 3
Interdisciplinary elements 3rd semester 2
Interdisciplinary elements 5th semester 5
Thermal plant and machinery 1st semester 10
Thermal plant and machinery 2nd semester 10
Thermal plant and machinery 3rd semester 10
Thermal plant and machinery 4th semester 10
Electro technology 1st semester 13
Electro technology 2nd semester 12

Process analysis and automation 1st semester 4

2nd semester 3
Process analysis and automation
Process analysis and automation 3rd semester 3
Process analysis and automation 4th semester 5

Operating economics, environmental 2nd semester 5

economics, organization

Personnel management, enterprise, 3rd semester 5

innovation and entrepreneurship
Management of operations, 4th semester 5
maintenance, change processes and
projects
Management of occupational health 5th semester 5
and safety, environment, energy and
quality
Installation technology (electrical 3rd semester 10
authorization)
Supply and installation technology 4th semester 10
(electrical authorization)
Elective subjects 5th semester 20
Profession-based placement 6th semester 15
Bachelor project 15

In the quality management system the syllabi describe the purpose, topics, teaching methods, literature,
compulsory assignments and evaluation.

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Timetable structure for the theoretical training course

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

08.10-08.55
09.00-09.45
10.05-10.50
10.55-11.40
12.15-13.00
13.05-13.50
13.55-14.40
14.45-15.30

Purpose of the semesters in the theoretical training course

1st semester M1
Basic technical subjects, English and methodology

Learning objectives:
The student shall acquire basic knowledge within electro technology
The student shall acquire knowledge within management of processes
The student shall acquire basic knowledge within thermodynamics
The student shall acquire knowledge of English terminology within electro technology, management of
processes and thermodynamics
The student shall acquire knowledge of study and working methods with a focus on information
retrieval, data processing as well as preparation of issues and problem formulation
The student shall be able to act in a critical and reflective manner to the given theory
The student shall be capable of team-working and acquire an understanding of his/her own role in a
collaborative process

2nd semester M2
Organization, economics and operation of machinery and technical plant

Learning objectives:
The student shall acquire knowledge of operational principles and operational characteristics of
thermal and electro technical components, energy efficient operation and reduction of emissions
The student shall acquire skills within electro technology and electrical components
The student shall acquire basic skills in management of processes on components and small plant
The student shall acquire skills in the thermodynamics on components and small plant
The student shall acquire knowledge of economic and organizational issues relevant to the
management of a company
The student shall acquire knowledge of English terminology within organization and management of
processes
The student shall be able to plan and perform experiments in a safe and responsible manner

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 The student shall be able to act in a critical and reflective manner to the results of experimental work

3rd semester M3
Management of companies, electrical installation and large thermal plant

Learning objectives:
The student shall acquire skills within electrical installation and electrical supply
The student shall acquire basic skills in management and regulation of processes on components and
small plant
The student shall acquire basic skills in the thermodynamics on components and large plant
The student shall acquire skills within management that are relevant for managing personnel in a
company
The student shall acquire skills in the disciplines of enterprise, innovation and entrepreneurship
The student shall be able to present a thorough investigation and communicate the results in both
Danish and English to a selected target audience
The student shall be able to act in a critical and reflective manner to the results of experimental work

4th semester M4
Management and operation of machinery and technical plant

Learning objectives
The student shall acquire skills in process analysis on technical plant
The student shall acquire skills in operation and project design of electrical systems
The student shall acquire skills in the operation of cooling and indoor climate systems
The student shall acquire knowledge of management of operation and maintenance
The student shall acquire knowledge of change processes and projects
The student shall be able to apply a critical and reflective approach to working practice
The student shall be able to demonstrate self-dependence

5th semester M5
Management and specialization

Learning objectives
The student shall acquire knowledge of management of occupational health and safety, environment,
energy and quality
The student shall acquire knowledge of the regulatory basis of the profession
The student shall specialize and/or enhance academic competence in relation to further education

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6th semester M6
Profession-based placement and project

Learning objectives
The student shall acquire skills for working in the profession
The student shall be able to identify a relevant issue
The student shall be able to work analytically and methodically with an issue
The student shall be able to disseminate the knowledge acquired and his/her findings
The student shall be able to apply relevant theory and research findings to optimize working practice

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Elective subjects
Students have a free choice from the elective subjects provided. The marine and technical engineering
programme comprises elective subjects totalling 20 ECTS.

Students who, after graduating from the marine and technical engineering programme, require issue of a
certificate of competency, shall meet the requirements of the STCW Convention, Chapter III/2 and III/6 by
completing the maritime elective subject (20 ECTS).

Overview of elective subjects provided at MSK

Subject Title ECTS

Business Project management 5

Energy Green energy 5

Own supply 5

Technical plant Technical building operation 5

Applied refrigeration technology 5
Process theory 5
Power plants 5

Maritime Maritime elective subjects (the 20

STCW Convention)

Courses at vocational In consultation with the training

colleges and universities in coordinator/study coordinator
Denmark or abroad

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MSK's pedagogical profile
The pedagogical profile is created by
The students - their background and expectations
The policy driven framework for the education - Orders and Appropriations
The physical environment - buildings, premises, equipment
The teachers - their experience as well as professional and pedagogical competence
The expectations of the companies and institutions that engage marine and technical engineers

MSK has chosen to associate these five areas in the pedagogical profile, which forms the basis for
development through the education and the school's choice of teaching methods.

The profile is based on the concept of "professional bachelor", which denotes that the marine and technical
engineering programme is built on a practice-oriented foundation, where the students prior to the study or
through the workshop course have acquired a practical approach to - and foundation for - many of the
disciplines on which the training develops further. This foundation is built upon through the study.

There is therefore progression through the study, where in the first semesters teaching and learning is
undertaken of specific subjects and with learning of basic methodology and knowledge. Through the
semesters the learning process develops more towards seeking an overall perspective, interdisciplinary and
holistic view and not least the independent processing of the material, with the objective that the individual
marine and technical engineering student is able to use his/her professionalism in a broader context, where
concepts such as management, responsibility, development and innovation become important parts of the
work situation.

The teaching methods develop similarly from the more typical classroom instruction and work assignment in
the first semesters with the teacher as lecturer and assigner, towards a greater degree of independent study
with exercises and project assignments, where the teacher's role changes towards tutor, to finally at the end of
the study becoming actual project work - the bachelor project, where each student is responsible for their own
specialization and learning, with the teacher as a tutor and support.

With implementation of the teaching, the school seeks to organize courses so as to cater for a spread of
learning styles and learning needs of the individual students. This is achieved by the continuous development
of the pedagogical principles, by development work and by supplementary training of the teaching staff.

Following on from the teaching there is a corresponding development in tests and examinations, where in the
first part of the study, evaluation of the students is carried out by written or oral examinations for the individual
discipline - based on the relevant syllabus for the subject. Later it will be more about forms of examination,
where holistic understanding will be tested e.g., by project work as a basis for examination.

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Forms of learning
The pedagogical profile is implemented in practice by the following forms of teaching and learning:

Classroom teaching
Group instruction with limited group size.
Teacher guided review and putting theory into perspective as well as examples in the application of this.

Workshop traineeship
Practical tasks in basic practical disciplines relevant to the marine and technical engineering profession. These
tasks are important in that the student can develop his/her understanding of crafts relevant to the marine and
technical engineer as well as being able to assess the quality of workmanship.

Compulsory assignments
Selected assignments that are completed individually or in groups. The assignments can be included as part
of the examination and are a prerequisite of sitting an examination.

Laboratory work
Practical exercises and simulator training that can be reported on as compulsory assignments. The laboratory
work is an important pedagogical element in the understanding of theory and its context with practice.

Project work
Major assignments that are planned and implemented individually or in groups of 2-4 students. The project
work is undertaken with guidance from one or more teachers. The project work is reported in writing and can
be included as part of the examination or be a prerequisite of sitting an examination.
Projects can be either anchored in a discipline or be interdisciplinary.

Self-study
The marine and technical engineering study is organized with self-study within defined areas. These areas are
part of the syllabus and are included in the same way as other material in examinations and tests.

Guidance
The students can ask the teachers for points of clarification during their office hours.

Study tours - excursions

In visits involving companies and on study tours, practice is tied together with the theoretical part of the
training.
Study tours are compulsory.
Students should expect some expenditure for study tours and excursions.

Guest teachers
The school makes use of guest teachers and lecturers to supplement the academic background that the
school's own teachers can offer and to bring the profession into the training programme.

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Placement

For students admitted in accordance with point 1 of Admission requirements, unpaid placement is included in
V2 and V3 corresponding to 45 ECTS.

Approval of placement at shore-based companies, after completion of the workshop training school, is based
on assessment of the student's placement report. A logbook shall be kept during the stay.
Approval of placement at sea is based on a completed training record book and the undertaking of related
assignments.

During V1-V2, the student shall choose a placement company which MSK must approve, and an agreement is
to be established between the company, the student and MSK regarding the work placement.

For students admitted in accordance with point 1 and point 2 of Admission requirements, unpaid profession-
based placement is included in M6 corresponding to 15 ECTS.
Approval of profession-based placement in shore-based companies is based on assessment of the student's
placement report or an article written by the student. A logbook shall be kept during the stay.
Approval of profession-based placement at sea is based on a completed training record book and the
undertaking of related assignments.

During the 5th semester, the student shall him/herself chose and apply to a placement company which MSK
must approve, and an agreement is to be established between the company, the student and MSK regarding
the work placement.

Description of the process relating to work placement after completion of workshop training school
and profession-based placement:

In the second half of V1 and at the beginning of M5, MSK's placement coordinator initiates a series of
meetings with the group, where the students are informed of the course of the placement and the
application process.
During V1-V2 workshop training school placement and M5 for professional-based placement, the
student chooses a placement company either via the school's list of approved companies or via the
Internet, trade journals, own contacts or similar.
If the placement company is not approved, MSK's placement coordinator shall ensure its approval as
per MSK's specified criteria (see Quality Management System)

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Bachelor project

During the 6th semester, the student shall undertake a bachelor project (15 ECTS). The bachelor project can
take place in a company approved by MSK.

The student shall acquire a special insight in a topic, area or problem and shall through the project work, learn
systematic problem formulation and problem processing, as well as collection and analysis of data material,
including relevant results from development work.

At the end of the 5th semester, MSK appoint a placement/project guide for the student. This guide is MSK's
contact person for the company and the student. The placement/project guide is the student's guide during the
course of the 6th semester.

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Assessment
Forms of assessment
The assessment is evaluated on whether and to what extent the student's qualifications are consistent with the
purpose and objectives of the particular subject.

In addition, it is assessed as to what extent the student meets the overall purpose and objectives of the
training programme, relative to the level that can be expected at the particular stage in the programme.

The assessment is made on the basis of the individual work.

Group work is only applied where it is specifically detailed in the syllabus for the subject.

Assessment of the subjects is stipulated in accordance with the Danish Maritime Authority Order no. 1289 of
14.12.2009.

The assessment of the student's qualifications is based on

written examinations/tests
oral examinations/tests
project material with or without oral defence
practical tests
participation in training, courses, exercises and submission of work assignments etc.
combinations of the above forms of assessment
work placement

The assessment is carried out by

examiner/s solely
examiner/s and an external examiner
examiner/s and an internal examiner
school tutor and placement guide (placement)

The examiner/s is/are usually the teacher/s who taught/guided the student in the particular subject.

An external examiner is a person who is not employed at MSK and who has not taught the group in that
particular subject.

An internal examiner is a person employed by MSK, but who has not taught the group in that particular
subject.

All assessments are on an individual basis.

The basis of the assessment for group work is a written report or a project.
A distinction is made between the following models of reports/projects performed as group work:
1. The individual performance is evident by page reference
2. The individual performance is not shown

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Assessment of group work:
Assessment of model 1 can be based on the report/project
Assessment of model 2 shall be by oral examination

In assessing, a grade is given based on the 7-point scale, the assessment pass/fail or the assessment
approved/not approved.

Grades based on the 7-point scale are used for the bachelor project and normally in written and oral
examinations and tests
Pass/fail is normally used for practical tests or for courses that are solely assessed on the basis of one
or more submitted assignments
Approved/not approved is normally used in the assessment of participation in the teaching and
assessment of placement

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Pass criteria
Each subject shall be passed. If several examinations/tests are held in a subject, the tests must be passed
individually. If both oral and written examination/test are held in a subject (e.g., electro technology in M2), both
examinations shall be passed in the same examination period.

Compulsory assignments must be submitted and approved to be able to sit the examination.

An examination/test is passed if the student achieves the assessment 02 or above, or the assessment
pass/approved.

A combination of tests are passed if the student achieves 02 or above, or the assessment pass/approved in
each individual test.

Examinations/tests that have been passed cannot be retaken.

Examinations in V1 and V2 shall be passed before placement can commence.

V3 shall be passed before 1st semester can commence.

Examination in thermal plant and machinery and electro technology in 1st semester shall be passed, before
2nd semester can commence.
Examination in thermal plant and machinery and electro technology in 2nd semester shall be passed, before
3rd semester can commence.
Examination in thermal plant and machinery in 3rd semester shall be passed, before 4th semester can
commence

All examinations and tests in 1st to 5th semesters as well as placement shall be passed, before examination in
the bachelor project can take place.

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Time extensions for written examination
Students with specific problems such as physical or psychological disabilities - chronic as well as acute - or
linguistic handicaps can on application be granted 25% extra time for written examinations with invigilation.

It is the student advisor who determines whether time extensions can be granted.

Time extensions cannot be granted for oral tests or written home assignments.

Application for time extensions for examination shall be submitted to the student advisor. The following are the
deadlines for application:
Winter examination: 1st November
Summer examination: 1st May

In cases of acute illness after these dates, exceptions may be granted to these deadlines.

The following are examples of who, according to MSK's standard procedures, may be granted time
extensions:
Students who can document dyslexia or other disabilities
Required documentation: Report documenting dyslexia
Statement from doctor documenting the disability

Students who can document acute illness, such as a broken arm

The disability must have a significant impact on the student's potential performance in the examination
Required documentation: Medical certificate clearly showing the need for a time extension

Students who can document that they are in the last month of their pregnancy or breast-feeding a
child, not yet six months old
Required documentation: Maternity record or birth certificate

Students with a foreign mother tongue

Time extension because of a foreign mother tongue is only given for the written tests in V1 and M1.
Time extensions cannot be given for the mother tongues; Norwegian, Swedish, Faroese, Greenlandic
or Icelandic.
Required documentation: Copy of passport

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Re-examination

Students who do not pass the normal examination/test in Thermal Plant and Machinery and/or Electro
Technology in 1st, 2nd or 3rd semester or the Authorization Test in 4th semester, will be able to register for a re-
examination.

Re-examination is held

for examinations in the spring semester; in the month of August or September in the following
semester
for examinations in the autumn semester; before the end of the month of February of the following
semester

The school shall provide grounds for refusal of a student's request to participate in a re-examination e.g., due
to lack of study activity.

Students who do not pass the normal examination/test in subjects that do not prevent admission to the next
semester, are advised to register for the next normal examination/test.

In cases where a student does not pass a subject, where the assessment is based on projects, reports,
practical tasks or similar, the examiner determines if the assessment at the re-examination or the next normal
examination/test shall be based on the original material, or whether the student shall submit new or revised
material.

Illness at examination
A student, who due to illness is unable to participate in an examination, shall notify the school no later than at
the commencement of the examination. The student shall within one week after the date of the examination,
submit a medical certificate to the school.

A student, who is ill at the normal examination/test, can register for a re-examination, if one is held.

If a re-examination is not held, the student is advised to register for the next normal examination/test.

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Examination attempts
A student can enter 3 times for examination/test in one subject. If there are special circumstances, there can
upon application be granted an exemption for a 4th and optionally a 5th attempt. Application for exemption is
dealt with by the student advisor.

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Registration for normal examination
When a student is entered on the class list as a participant in a subject, the student is automatically registered
for normal examination/test in that subject.

The class lists of registrations for examinations are displayed from approx. middle of the semester on the
notice board across from the administration office. It is the student's own responsibility to check that they have
been registered for the correct examinations.

If a student does not want to sit the normal examination/test for which he/she has been registered, this shall be
notified in writing to the school's administration office.

The deadline for withdrawal from an examination/test is no later than the last teaching day of the semester.
For the electrical authorization test, the deadline for withdrawal is the week day before the test.
If withdrawal from examination/test does not occur or occurs after the stated deadline, the test counts as one
of the three allowable examination attempts.

It is not possible to opt out of examinations/tests in V1, V2 and M1.

Registration for examination due to illness/re-examination

Registration for examination due to illness/re-examination is made by completing a registration form at the
study guidance office. It is notified via Campusnet when examination due to illness/re-examination is to be
held and the final date for registration.

If a student does not register for examination due to illness/re-examination by the final date for registration,
he/she cannot sit the re-examination.
If the particular examination is a stop-test, the consequence of failure to register for re-examination is that the
semester shall be repeated.

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Complaints about examination, test or assessment
A complaint must be submitted in writing. The complainant shall specify and justify the grievances.

A complaint, relating to an examination or a test, including the questions posed, or assignments compared to
the syllabus' learning objectives, shall be submitted to MSK's management within a week after the examination
or test has been held.
A complaint relating to the basis of the assessment shall be lodged within a week after the assessment has
been published.

Leave of absence
Leave of absence from the training programme may be granted if it is justified by childbirth, adoption,
documented illness, military service, UN service or other similar factors.

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Approval of training at other educational institution
Modules that are completed in accordance with the Order on the marine and technical engineering
programme, culminating in passing an examination or test at one of the other marine and technical
engineering schools in Denmark, will be approved.
As agreed between approved marine and technical engineering schools in Denmark, the students can, without
it resulting in an extension of the study period, transfer to another marine and technical engineering school
after V3.

Modules or training at other Danish educational institutions, culminating in the passing of an examination or
test, may be approved based on an individual evaluation. The evaluation is carried out by the student advisor
at MSK.

Modules or training at institutions abroad, culminating in an examination, may be approved based on an

individual evaluation. The evaluation is carried out by the Danish Ministry of Science, Innovation and Higher
Education

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Assessment schedule

Semester Subject Evaluation Assessment

V1 First aid Test Pass/fail
Engine theory Internal written test Grade
Hydraulics/pneumatics Oral examination Grade
Refrigeration technology Internal written test Grade
Electrical Technology Oral examination Grade
Occupational health and safety Internal written test Pass/fail
Materials knowledge Internal written test Grade
Technical documentation Continuous evaluation: Pass/fail
Machining theory Internal written test Grade
Welding theory Internal written test Grade
Machining, workshop Continuous evaluation: Pass/fail
Welding, workshop Continuous evaluation: Pass/fail
V2 Workshop project Oral examination Grade
V3 Work placement Placement report Approved/not approved
M1 Thermal plant and machinery Internal written test Grade
Electro technology Internal written test Grade
M2 Thermal plant and machinery Written examination Grade
(environmental technology, hydraulics
and pneumatics, stationary steam
boilers)
Electro technology Written examination Grade
Electro technology Oral examination based Grade
on compulsory
laboratory exercises
Organization, economics Internal written test Grade

M3 Thermal plant and machinery Written examination Grade

(incineration plant, pumps,
compressors, materials and strength of
materials)
Personnel management Examination Grade

M4 Process analysis and automation Oral examination based Grade

on project
Management of operations, Internal test Grade
maintenance, projects

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 Thermal plant and machinery (climate Oral examination based Grade
technology, refrigeration technology) on project
Supply and installation technology, Oral examination based Grade
electrical authorization on project
Electrical authorization Written examination Grade
M5 Management of environment, quality, Examination Grade
energy

Elective subjects Oral/written Grade

examination/test
M6 Profession-based placement Placement report/article Approved/not approved
Bachelor project Oral examination Grade

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Quality assurance
The students' evaluation of the teaching

Approval of the syllabi

At its first meeting of each semester, the Board of Studies for the marine and technical engineering
programme approves the syllabi for each semester

Continuous evaluation
It is each teacher's responsibility to ensure that the students continuously evaluate the teaching, for
the purpose of adjustment to the teaching method

Formalized evaluation
In approx. the 8th week of training of the semester, an evaluation of the teaching is undertaken in each
subject.

This evaluation forms the basis for a dialogue between teacher and student for the purpose of
improving the effectiveness of the learning.

The evaluation and the following stages are undertaken in accordance with Procedure for evaluation
of the teaching (see Quality Management System).

MSK's evaluation of the course of study

Continuous evaluation
The course of study is discussed at regular meetings of the semester team. The students' midway
evaluation of the teaching is processed by the semester team.

Final evaluation
Immediately after the end of each semester, the course and the tests and examinations undertaken
are evaluated by the semester teams as well as the Board of Studies for the marine and technical
engineering programme.
This evaluation forms the basis for adjustment to the syllabus.

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Study regulations and code of conduct
The school has the overall responsibility for the organization and planning of the training programme. The
framework for teaching at the school is specified in Orders from the Ministry of Education and the Danish
Maritime Authority.

The actual teaching is organized by the teachers on the basis of the Order and curriculum. Teaching and
course plans are prepared in collaboration with the student representatives on the Board of Studies

Code of conduct
The following general rules of conduct apply,
Food must not be consumed in classrooms, while teaching is in progress
Food and drinks are not allowed in the databar and laboratories
The students are responsible for ensuring that the classrooms are left tidy at the end of the day's
teaching. This involves:
a. Waste is placed in waste bins
b. Chairs put in place
c. Windows and exterior doors closed and lights turned off
The school's furniture and equipment shall be treated with care
Tableware from the canteen to be returned to the canteen
Students are liable for damage to the school's property and assets

Study activity
Teaching is generally between the hours of 0800 and 1700. Students shall be available for teaching during this
period. Changes that extend the student's school day are notified at least 1 week beforehand.

If the teacher/teachers deem that the study activity in individual subjects or in general has fallen to
an unacceptable level, the student is invited to a meeting with the student advisor, where the future study
activity is discussed and determined.
If the student after this discussion is not deemed by the individual teacher to exhibit an acceptable level of
study activity, the teacher notifies the student advisor. If the agreement on increased activity is not observed,
the student advisor determines the way forward. Lack of study activity may lead to expulsion from the school,
following a written warning.

Absence due to illness or any other reasons of a longer duration, approx. four days, shall be notified to the
school's study administration on tel. 45257600.

It is the student's duty:

to read personal messages from the school and keep abreast of events on CampusNet and the
school's information board at the entrance area
to participate in tests, annual tests etc. in accordance with the school's regulations
to participate in profession-based excursions, study tours, etc., off-site teaching (e.g. study tours) or
specially organized courses of study as per the school's instructions
to exhibit considerate behaviour towards other students and staff

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 to exhibit cordial relations towards other students and staff
to keep the school informed of address and telephone number

Requirement for entry to examination

A requirement for entry to examination is that the student has been study active.
If it is specified in the syllabus that the student shall submit a number of compulsory reports, projects or
assignments, it is a requirement for entry to examination that these compulsory assignments are submitted by
the teacher's prescribed deadline.

Definite time-frame for completion of the training programmes.

The theoretical part of the marine and technical engineering study is prescribed as three years. The study
must be completed six years after the start of study.

Sanctions
The school may exclude a student from continuing the education if he/she:
fails to attend lessons
has neglected lessons for a prolonged period and the school, despite making reasonable efforts, has
not been able to contact the student
violates the school's study regulations and code of conduct as well as safety directives
is guilty of a particularly serious offence, undignified behaviour or physically or psychologically harm
others

Students, who do not follow the school's study regulations and code of conduct, can:
be excluded from specific events
be excluded from lessons
lose the right to sit an examination in one or more subjects of the relevant examination period
be expelled or suspended

In cases of violation of the school's study regulations and code of conduct, the school's management
summons the student to a hearing where, in view of the above sanctions, a warning is presented to the
student. Based on the outcome of the hearing and the nature of the incident, the school's management takes a
decision on the warning to be issued. For repeated violations, sanctions are initiated.

For serious violations, the school management can initiate the above sanctions without a hearing or warning.
The students are responsible for their own actions and are subject to the general provisions for compensation.
This means that students are liable for damages if they destroy school property - or anything that belongs to
other students or employees. The same applies, when for instance they are on profession-based excursions,
study tours or similar.
The students are not covered by the school's insurance.

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