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Kunskap och förståelse

A master of science in Engineering Mechanics will:

  • have the ability to independently apply mathematics and basic engineering science in the field of engineering mechanics.
  • have the ability to master and apply principles in the field of engineering mechanics.
  • be able to be creative and critical in order to formulate and investigate mechanical problems using modern methods and tools.

Färdigheter och förmågor

A master of science in Engineering Mechanics will:

  • have the ability to critically and systematically analyse, judge and handle complex mechanical problems and situations even with access to limited information.
  • have the ability to critically, independently and creatively formulate problems and to plan and perform work within given time limits.
  • have the ability to, both orally and in writing, communicate and discuss conclusions and the underlying theory and argumentation.
  • be able to follow the latest development and research and have the ability to participate in research and development work in the field of engineering mechanics.

Värderingsförmåga och förhållningssätt

A master of science in Engineering Mechanics will:

  • have the ability to in the field of engineering mechanics to make decisions regarding research and development work based on relevant scientific, societal and ethical aspects.
  • show insight regarding the possibilities and limitations of engineering science and its role in the society.
  • have ability to identify the need for further knowledge in the field and take responsibility for keeping their personal knowledge up to date.

Complete information on degree requirements can be found at the local degree policy of KTH, see www.kth.se/info/kth-handboken/II/19/1.html