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EXPH0300 - Examen philosophicum for Science and Technology

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Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Essay exam/Multiple choice exam (school exam)
Grade: Letter grades

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Multiple choice exam 1/3 2 hours E
Essay exam 2/3

Course content

The course is an introduction to issues within theory of knowledge and science, ethics, and political philosophy. Different views of nature, humanity, and technology are discussed, in addition to questions concerning the relation between individual and society. The course provides knowledge of perspectives on science and contributes to a reflective relation to scientific practice and application of scientific knowledge. Dialogue- and discussion-based teaching cultivates critical thinking, and promotes skills in argumentation and cooperation. The course also contributes to a critical attitude toward sources, and to the further development of writing skills. Examen philosophicum for Science and Technology focuses on topics of special relevance to mathematical-scientific disciplines and technology, particularly sustainability. An important purpose of the course is to improve skills in thinking critically about sustainable development.

Learning outcome

Knowledge

The candidate has

  • familiarity with basic theories of knowledge, and with what distinguishes scientific knowledge from other forms of knowledge
  • knowledge of chosen topics within theory of science of special relevance to mathematical-scientific disciplines and technology
  • knowledge of sustainability as a condition for a good society today and in the future, as well as the role of science and technology in this connection
  • knowledge of different theories and views of humanity, culture, and nature
  • knowledge of different views of the relation between individual and community, and the structuring of society
  • knowledge of main types of ethical thinking
  • knowledge of ethical and societal issues related to natural scientific research and technology development, including topics within research ethics and research politics

Skills

The candidate can

  • identify and discuss problems and issues related to one´s own discipline or profession in light of different views of knowledge, science, ethics, and politics
  • reflect critically on sustainability as a challenge for society and dilemmas that come along with sustainable development
  • argue independently, to the point and systematically regarding topics treated in the course

General competencies

The candidate can

  • relate to and apply scientific knowledge critically and constructively
  • reflect on the societal role of the sciences
  • contribute to good and reflective cooperation
  • write academic texts

Learning methods and activities

The course consists of lectures and seminars. The lectures present the main lines of the curriculum and provide an overview of the central themes of the course. The seminars are group-based work on assigned tasks and exercises under supervision. The group assignment are compulsory, and must be approved in order to take the exam.

Compulsory assignments: In order to take the exam, approval of compulsory assignments and 80% participation on seminars is required.

See the Blackboard pages of the course for details about compulsory assignments.

Compulsory assignments

  • Obligatory activity

Further on evaluation

The final grade is based on two partial assessments: a 2-hour multiple choice exam under supervision that counts 1/3 and an essay exam that counts 2/3. Both exams must be passed in the same semester.

In case of retakes, both exams must be redone.

Required previous knowledge

Requires admission to specific study programmes at NTNU.

Course materials

The curriculum is available on the Blackboard pages of the course.

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From To
EXPH0001 7.5 AUTUMN 2019
EXPH0002 7.5 AUTUMN 2019
EXPH0003 7.5 AUTUMN 2019
EXPH0004 7.5 AUTUMN 2019
EXPH0005 7.5 AUTUMN 2019
EXPH0006 7.5 AUTUMN 2019
EXPH6001 7.5 AUTUMN 2019
EXPH0100 7.5 AUTUMN 2019
EXPH0200 7.5 AUTUMN 2019
EXPH0400 7.5 AUTUMN 2019
EXPH0500 7.5 AUTUMN 2019
EXPH0350 7.5 AUTUMN 2021
EXPH0550 7.5 AUTUMN 2021
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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Examen philosophicum

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  AUTUMN 2022

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  SPRING 2023

Language of instruction: Norwegian

Location: Ålesund , Gjøvik , Trondheim

Subject area(s)
  • Examen Philosophicum
Contact information
Course coordinator:

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies

Examination

Examination arrangement: Essay exam/Multiple choice exam (school exam)

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Autumn ORD Multiple choice exam 1/3 E 2022-12-05 15:00 INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
M413-Eksamensrom 4.etg Mustad, Inngang A 3
M405-Eksamensrom 4.etg Mustad, Inngang A 1
SL315 Sluppenvegen 14 1
SL324 Sluppenvegen 14 1
SL271 Sluppenvegen 14 2
SL238 Sluppenvegen 14 25
SL430 Sluppenvegen 14 36
SL515 Sluppenvegen 14 9
SL215 Sluppenvegen 14 16
SL120 blå sone Sluppenvegen 14 82
SL520 Sluppenvegen 14 54
SL510 Sluppenvegen 14 51
SL425 Sluppenvegen 14 8
SL420 Sluppenvegen 14 8
SL415 Sluppenvegen 14 53
SL410 blå sone Sluppenvegen 14 51
SL410 orange sone Sluppenvegen 14 58
SL311 lyseblå sone Sluppenvegen 14 97
SL311 orange sone Sluppenvegen 14 65
SL311 brun sone Sluppenvegen 14 82
SL311 grønn sone Sluppenvegen 14 68
SL310 hvit sone Sluppenvegen 14 46
SL310 lilla sone Sluppenvegen 14 81
SL310 blå sone Sluppenvegen 14 48
SL310 turkis sone Sluppenvegen 14 59
SL110 hvit sone Sluppenvegen 14 64
SL110 turkis sone Sluppenvegen 14 81
C218 Ankeret/Hovedbygget 0
M438 Eksamensrom 4.etg, Inngang D Mustad, Inngang D 69
Autumn ORD Essay exam 2/3

Release
2022-11-18

Submission
2022-12-19


08:00


14:00

INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring ORD Multiple choice exam 1/3 E 2023-05-09 09:00 INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
SL311 grønn sone Sluppenvegen 14 68
SL311 orange sone Sluppenvegen 14 62
SL323 Sluppenvegen 14 1
SL319 Sluppenvegen 14 1
SL318 Sluppenvegen 14 1
SL111 brun sone Sluppenvegen 14 81
M438 Eksamensrom 4.etg, Inngang D Mustad, Inngang D 90
SL111 grønn sone Sluppenvegen 14 50
SL111 blå sone Sluppenvegen 14 36
SL110 turkis sone Sluppenvegen 14 80
SL110 lilla sone Sluppenvegen 14 64
SL110 hvit sone Sluppenvegen 14 64
SL315 Sluppenvegen 14 4
SL274 Sluppenvegen 14 4
SL215 Sluppenvegen 14 3
SL120 blå sone Sluppenvegen 14 46
SL311 brun sone Sluppenvegen 14 67
SL321 Sluppenvegen 14 0
G317 Gnisten/Fagskolen 1
G331 Gnisten/Fagskolen 36
G328B Gnisten/Fagskolen 22
G326 Gnisten/Fagskolen 36
SL311 lyseblå sone Sluppenvegen 14 95
C215 Ankeret/Hovedbygget 0
C218 Ankeret/Hovedbygget 40
SL111 lyseblå sone Sluppenvegen 14 71
Spring ORD Essay exam 2/3

Release
2023-04-21

Submission
2023-05-31


08:00


14:00

INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
Summer UTS Multiple choice exam 1/3 E INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
Summer UTS Essay exam 2/3 INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
  • * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
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