FLF3002 Theory, Methods and History of Technology and Engineering Sciences 7.5 credits

Seminars and lectures.

Part 1: The history of ideas within technological sciences, 2.5 credits.

The emergence of the global science community.

The study of classics of the theory of science

Part 2: The theory and method of the technological sciences, 5 credits

The research process (academia/industry, technically enhanced learning, cultural aspects)

Qualitative and quantitative aspects of research methods such as questionnaires, interview studies, textual analysis, observational studies, ethnographic studies and case studies.

Action/Design based research

Research ethics

Give examples and account for one of the trends in the emergence of the global science community.

Account for and compare the fundamental features of one of the classical theories of knowledge.

Identify some common research approaches and reflect on their strengths and weaknesses.

Be able to formulate your own research plan, including ethical considerations, and explain the chosen research approach by referring to the perspectives presented in the course.

Formulate constructive criticism/feedback to other doctoral students (presentations and project)

Admitted to third-cycle programmes

• INL1 - Written assignment, 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.

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

A pass grade on all parts

Kristina Edström

Lars Geschwind

• 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.