AF2023 Theory and Methodology of Science and Risk and Safety in Building Sciences

Minimum 30 credits of courses at advanced level towards the chosen specialization for degree project within the master's program TCAEM.

Eng B/6 according to the Swedish upper secondary school system.

Scientific knowledge

Hypothesis testing

Causes and correlations

Observations and measurements

Experiments

Models

Law and explanations

The development of science

Research ethics

Scientific papers and peer review

Safety analysis general, Hashofer/Lind method

Special safety analysis methods for geo structures

Safety analysis methods for steel and concrete structures

Idealisation of structures, Load combination, Methods in standards

After completing the course, the student must, in theory of science and scientific methodology, both orally and in writing be able to:

Identify definitions and descriptions of concepts, theories and problem areas, and

identify the correct application of these concepts and theories.

Describe concepts, theories and general problem areas, and apply concepts and theories to specific cases.

Critically discuss the definitions and applications of concepts and theories with respect to specific cases of scientific research.

After completing the course, the student must, in risk and safety analysis, be able to:

Analyze risk and safety-related issues for construction works.

Reflect on risk and safety-related issues for the built environment from a gender perspective.