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ML2308 CDIO course in Sustainable Production Development 15.0 credits

Course memo Autumn 2026-10443

Version 1 – 06/16/2026, 2:15:51 PM

Course offering

TITHM (Start date 24 Aug 2026, English)

Language Of Instruction

English

Offered By

ITM/Production Engineering

Course memo Autumn 2026

Headings denoted with an asterisk ( * ) is retrieved from the course syllabus version Autumn 2020

Content and learning outcomes

Course contents

This course is based on the generic curriculum and the methodology for CDIO (Conceiving — Designing — Implementing — Operating). That includes a set of activities to methodologically analyse and develop solution proposals in teams, in one of the sub-areas of sustainable production development. This can concern industrial design, design, analysis, optimisation, choice of material, manufacturing and operation of different technical systems and products in the area of sustainable production development.

The most important results will be a written report and an oral presentation. Relevant and valid results in the work require use of knowledge in different sub-domains that have been covered by previously completed courses, and additional reading and industrial experience, when necessary. The student develops proficiencies in the process of generating new knowledge, based on established theories and methods. The results of the CDIO work must have relevance for industrial application in addition to the academic contribution.

The course contains seminars to develop the CDIO work. The continuous discussion about the work with supervisor and in seminars is an important part of the course.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of the course, the students should be able to:

  • demonstrate the ability to master the whole development process design - analyse - test - evaluate to methodologically develop solution proposals for a complex problem in the area of sustainable production development
  • have knowledge of established design methods and tools, to be able to identify areas for improvements of new or existing solution for a complex problem in the area of sustainable production development
  • plan and carry out a group-based technical development project in the area of sustainable production development with different roles within a given time frame and technical expertise in the project group
  • in groups, both account orally and in writing, clearly discuss their concepts, prototypes, solutions, conclusions and the facts and arguments that these build on, with main stakeholders and other project groups, within the scope of the technical development work.
  • show how the developed solution can be implemented and operated in an industrial production and logistics context.
  • make assessments with regard to relevant social, socio-economic and ethical aspects, both from a local and a global perspective.
  • show the skills that are required to participate in development work and the implementation and the operation of the developed solution, to independently be able to work in advanced industrial activities.

Learning activities

The learning activities in the course include lectures, seminars, workshops, study visits and independent work. The course design involves active learning from students. This means that students should read and prepare selected literature prior to all on-site learning activities. 

Preparations before course start

Literature

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Examination and completion

Grading scale

A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Examination

  • PRO1 - Project, 15.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

The section below is not retrieved from the course syllabus:

PRO1 - Project, 15.0 credits

PRO1 includes four graded and two non graded examination moments.

The four graded examination moments are a: 1) report, 2) video, 3) prototype and 4) presentation. 

The non graded examination moments include two presentations of project progress. The purpose of the non graded examination is for students to gain feedback and familiarize themselves with the grading criteria.

Other requirements for final grade

Completion of seminars or other activities that have been established by supervisor/examiner as milestones for progress in the thesis project work.

Grading criteria/assessment criteria

The course includes seven ILOs evaluated as follows:

ILO A C E
ILO 1 - Demonstrate ability to master the entire development process designing - analyzing - testing - evaluating to methodically develop solution proposals for a complex problem in the field of sustainable production development

Apply a methodological approach to scientifically correctly analyze, abstract, develop and evaluate solutions that can possibly be implemented to solve a complex problem based on limited information, but from a holistic perspective.

To a large extent, methodical progress is made to analyze, abstract, develop and evaluate solutions that can possibly be implemented to help solve a given complex problem from a holistic perspective.

Apply given methods to analyze, abstract, develop and evaluate a solution that can help solve a well-defined complex problem from multiple perspectives.

ILO 2 - Have knowledge of established design methods and tools, in order to identify areas for improvement of new or existing solution for a complex problem in the area of sustainable production development

Based on very good knowledge of established design methods and tools, select and apply adequate tools to identify possible improvements to a new or existing solution, all with a distinct holistic, critical and systematic approach

On the basis of good knowledge of established design methods and tools, select and apply adequate tools to identify possible improvements to a new or existing solution, from multiple perspectives.

Based on basic knowledge of established design methods and tools, apply tools to identify possible improvements, from multiple perspectives.

ILO 3 - Demonstrate the ability to plan and execute a project in a group and, using appropriate methods, perform advanced tasks within a certain time frame, and evaluate this work

Apply methods for effective project planning, implementation and monitoring and be able to handle deviations and disruptions. In addition, direct the project based on a definition of the interfaces between the various tasks and responsibilities, and to develop and use communication strategies. 

Apply methods for effective project planning, implementation and monitoring and be able to handle deviations and disruptions. In addition, use communication strategies that ensure a good collaboration climate.

Apply methods for project planning, implementation and follow-up and be able to handle deviations and disruptions.

ILO 4 - Demonstrate the ability, both orally and in writing and in dialogue with different groups, to clearly explain and discuss their experiments, conclusions and the knowledge and arguments on which they are based

Clear and structured written and orally presented approach, method and development process. In addition, a demonstrated ability to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the developed solution for a knowledgeable audience, and to present the solution contribution in a popular scientific way to an uninitiated audience.

Clear and structured written and orally presented approach, method and development process. In addition, a demonstrated ability to discuss the pros and cons of the developed solution for a knowledgeable audience

Clear and structured written and orally presented approach, method and development process

ILO 5 - Have knowledge and ability to show how the developed solution can be implemented and operated in an industrial production and logistics context

Implement and deploy (for a shorter period) a prototype that satisfies all requirements specifications, or justify why not all specifications can be met in a technically and socially financially satisfactory way.

Implement and deploy a prototype that satisfies the requirements specification in terms of main functionality and safety-relevant requirements.

Implement a mock-up that demonstrates how a stable prototype can work and meet the most important requirements specifications.

ILO 6 - Demonstrate ability to make judgments with regard to relevant social, socio-economic and ethical aspects, both from a local and global perspective

Choose and apply established methods to evaluate social, socio-economic and ethical aspects related to the implemented prototype and discuss the various implications it has in the three areas.

Selecting and applying established methods to evaluate social, socio-economic and ethical aspects related to the implemented prototype.

Applying established methods to evaluate social, socio-economic and ethical aspects of a conceptual prototype (so-called mock-up).

ILO 7 - Demonstrate the skills required to participate in development work as well as the implementation and operation of the developed solution, to be able to work independently in advanced industrial operations

Choosing and applying established methods to evaluate the market, market risks and opportunities.

Make cost estimates and calculate relevant KPIs, taking into account market uncertainty.

Perform investigations that can lead to patent opportunities and IPR

Choosing and applying established methods to evaluate the market, market risks and opportunities.

Make cost estimates and calculate relevant KPIs.

Apply an established method for market valuation and risk assessment.

Make cost estimates

Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination

Students are offered the possibility of re-examination according to the official dates specified by KTH academic calendar. Specific re-examination dates are announced after the start of the course.

Reporting of exam results

The result for a course module are reported in Ladok 15 working days after the examination date.

Ethical approach

  • All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
  • In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
  • In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.

Further information

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Round Facts

Start date

24 Aug 2026

Course offering

  • TITHM Autumn 2026-10443

Language Of Instruction

English

Offered By

ITM/Production Engineering

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