AH2203 Project Work in Transport and Location Analysis 7.5 credits
The course gives basic training in formulating, analysing and writing a report about a problem of current interest in transport and location analysis.
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
The course is carried out as an individual independent project. A problem of current interest in transport and location analysis is formulated and analysed. The project typically starts with a minor literature survey.
A project plan is then formulated, which can include the following steps: choice of method, collection of empirical data, performing of interviews, problem analysis, proposal of solution and conclusions. A report of good quality is written that describes the method applied and in which the results are analysed and discussed.
Intended learning outcomes
The aim is to train the ability to carry out a project in transport and location analysis. This involves formulating a problem of current interest, collecting relevant information, critically analysing the problem and discussing possible solutions. Training the ability to write a report is an important aim.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
3 years academic studies (180 hp) in engineering program within natural or scoial sciences. The examiner decides if the qualifications are satisfactory.
Recommended prerequisites
Equipment
Literature
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- PRO1 - Written Report, 7.5 credits, grading scale: P, 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.
Other requirements for final grade
Approved project plan and approved final report (PRO1; 7,5 cr).
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
Examiner
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.