Telemark University College

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1 Diploma Supplement Telemark University College Diploma Supplement model was developed by the European Commission, Council of Europe and UNESCO/CEPES. The puryose ofthe supplement is provide suljicient independent dala to improve the international 'transparency' and Jair academic and projbssional recognition oj qualijications Iomas, degrees, cerl(icates etc.). It is designed to provide a descriptioil ofthe nature, Ievel, context, conlenl and status oj'the sludies that were pur successjitlly completed by the individual named on the original qualijicøtion to which this supplement is appended. It should be Jree from øny value equivalence statements or suggestions about recognition. Infomation in all eight sections should be provided. Where infbrmation is not 'ovided, an should give the reason I l.l 1.2 l.j t z-z L.J /. J,J Information identifying the holder of the qualification Family narne(s): C Given narne(s): W Date of birth: Nationalidentification: 2 Information identifying the qualification Name of qualification and (if applicable) title conferred (in original language): Master i teknologi Study programme: Master of Science, Energy and Environmental Technology Main field(s) of study for the qualifrcation: Energy and Environmental Technology. Name and status of awarding institution (in original language): Høgskolen i Telemark State University College with recognised higher education study programmes receiving state support Name and status of institution administering studies (in original language): Høgskolen i Telemark State University College with recognised higher education study programmes receiving state suppoft Language(s) of instruction/examination : English Information on the level of the qualification Level of qualification: Second Cycle (European Qualifications Framework for Higher Education). Official length of the prograrnne: 2 years in tull-time mode (120 ECTS). Access requirements: 3-year bachelor degree with specialization in the master programme subject Information on the contents and results gained Mode of study: Full time. rir' 1.1 rr.-(-".c,l.j'-,r..,rin \.l 't:- \, E*vii<*,:-.

2 /1 1 Programrne requirements : In order to successftilly complete the programme, 120 ECTS credits must be passed. All students must pass required exams. Students are also required to write a thesis, which must be passed in order to be awarded the master's degree. Learning outcomes are: A candidate who has successfully completed the programme will have a learning outcome in the form of aquired knowledge, skills, and general competence, as described in the subsections below. Knowledge The candidate: * has advanced knowledge in thermodynanrics; heat and mass transfer; and mathematical modelling and simulation of pr ocesses; * has a highly specialized knowledge of theory and methods used in the area of energy and environment, with emphasis on combustion processes? process safefy, energy optimization, gas purification, water treahnent, environmental biotechnology, energy technology, and control of processes; * knows how to use advanced and specialized knowledge in new areas, for example via crossdisciplinary projects; * knows how to perform techno-economical analyses. Skills The candidate: * is able to apply adequate methods and techniques in solving problems within the field * is able to work as an individual, as."lell as in teams, in planning and conduction of experiments and technical projects; * is able to work safely in laboratories, in accordance with HES procedures; * knows how to use computer based tools to solve technical problems; * is able lo analyze and critically review different sources of information, and is able to use such information in structuring and formulating technical problem descriptions and goals; * is able to apply universally accepted methods ofcitation and referencing ofscientific sources; * is able to independently conduct a defined research or development project under supervision, according to prevailing ethical nonns. * is able to analyze and propose solutions to different types of environmental problems and energy-related challenges based on ftindamental, advanced and specialized knowledge. General competence The candidate: * is able to analyse relevant challenges in an ethical context; * is able to apply acquired knowledge and skills to solve advanced tasks and projects in new areas; * masters the terminology used and is able to communicate acquired knowledge in the area of energy and environment - orally; in technical report writing; and via use of modem visualization tools; * is able to discuss - with experts as well as with the general public - technical problems, analyses and conclusions within the area of energy and environment; * is able to take part in and contribute to creative thinking and innovation Programme details: See enclosed ECTS-transcript. Grading scheme and, if available, grade distribution guidance: See section 8 of the Diploma Supplement- Overall classification of the qualification (in original language): Not applicable. Information on the function of the qualification Access to ftlrther study: Master-degree programmes may entitle access to the third cycle studies (Ph.D). Professional status: The award entitles the holder to practice unregulated professions requiring academic competences. Additional information Additional information: No additional infonnation.

3 6.2 Further information sources : More information on the programme can be found at More information on the Norwegian educational system and grading scheme can be found at Certification of the supplement Date: 6 Iu,ly 2012 Date of original qualification: 6luly Signature: Capacity: Official stamp or seal: Dina L.Kleiva Senior Excecutive Officer Telemark Uaiversify C* llege Faculty of Technologr

4 8 Information on the national higher education system Higher education in Norway All public and private higher education in Norway is subject to Act No. 15 of I April 2005 relating to Universities and University Colleges. Higher education institlrtions cornprise of universities, specialized university instifutions, university colleges, and various private higher education institutions with recognised study programmes, Approximately 90% of the students in Norway attend state institutions. Norway introduced bachelor's, master's and PhD degrees in2a02. Regulations covering these degrees, professional qualifications/titles awarded by the institutions and prescribed length ofstudy, are codified in Royal Decree nttmber 1574 of l6 December 2005 ( I 574.html). Accreditation and evaluation All institutions of higher education are subject to the authority of the Ministry of Education and Research. The Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education (NOKUT), an independent national agency for the accreditation and evaluation of higher education, is responsible for assessing the quality of study progranxnes and institutions. The agency has accreditation powers for all higher education in Norway. Admission requirements for higher education Minimum requirement for admission to higher education is the successful cornpletion ofnorwegian upper secondary education ( I 3 years of schooling, extended from l 2 years from I 997). Upon graduation pupils are presented with the Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate. Alternatively, admission may be gained by means of other qualifications recognised as being equivalent to the general matriculation standard. Some fields of study have additional entrance requirernents. Degrees and qualifications The "Høgskolekandidat" degree is obtained after two years of study (120 "studiepoeng"/ects). Holders of this degree may continue their studies and obtain a bachelor's degree. This degree is offered at state university colleges and a few other institutions. The Bachelor's degree is awarded by all state universities, specialized university institutions, university colleges and a good number of other higher education institutions, both private and public. The nominal length of studies required to obtain this degree is three years of study ( I 80 "studiepoeng'7ects). The Master's degree is awarded by state universities, specialized university institutions, several university colleges and some private institutions. The degree is normally obtained after two years of study (120 "studiepoeng"/ects), following the cornpletion of a bachelor's degree. An important part of this degree is the independent work/thesis, earning between 30 and 60 "studiepoeng"/ects credits. In the fields of medicine, psychology, veterinary science and theology professionally oriented degrees/ qualifications are awarded after cornpleting six years of studies. The Doctoral degree Philosophiae Doctor PhD is awarded after three years of study, following the completion of a master's degree or a six-year professionally oriented degree/qualification. Doctoral programmes are offered by all universities and specialized university institutions, by some state university colleges and also by a few private institutions. There are a few exceptions to this degree structllre, listed in the diagram below. Credit system and grading The academic year normally runs from mid-august to mid-june and lasts for l0 months. Courses are rneasured in "studiepoeng", considered equivalent to the European Credit Transfer System standard (ECTS credits). The full-time workload for one academic year is hours ofstudy / 60 "studiepoeng". Grades for undergraduate and postgraduate examinations are awarded according to a graded scale frorn A (highest) to F (lowest), with E as the minin.rum pass grade. A pass/fail mark is given for some examinations. A Excellent - An excellent performance, clearly outstanding. The candidate delnonstrates excellentjudgement and a very high degree of independent thinking. B Very good - A very good performance. The candidate deinonstrates soundjudgement and a high degree of independent rhinking. C Good - A good performance in most areas. The candidate demonstrates a reasonable degree ofjudgement and independent thinking in the most ilnportant areas. D Satisåctory - A satisfactory performance, but with significant shortcomings. The candidate demonstrates a limited degree ofjudgernent and independent thinking. E Sufficient - A perfonnance that meets the minirnum criteria, but no lnore. The candidate dernonstrates a very limited degree ofjudgement and independent thinking. F Fail - A perfonnance that does not meet the minimum academic criteria. The candidate dernonstrates an absence of both judgenrent and independent thinking.

5 General Structure of Educational system The structure of the Norwegian Educational System and Degrees a J 2 1 t4 T3 l2 il Lower Secondary School (compulsory) grade 8 - l0 Primary School grade I - 7 (from 1997: age 6-12) l J 2 I Exceptions not included in the diagrarn: Master's degree in achitecturre ltom Oslo School of Architecture and Design, Oslo: 5 72 years Master's degrees of - t/z yeårs duration Bachelor's degrees of4 years duration (rnusic) General Teacher Training: 4 years Høgskolekandidat degree: 2 years Version: Septernber 201 I More infonnation:

6 qaaoråino q Transcript of Records Telemark University College Name: C' Degree: Master of Science Study programme: Master of Science, Energy and Environmental Technology Date of birth: 1988 Received: Course Semester ECTS-credits Grade Mandatory FMl006 PEFl006 PEFIlIO EET2l IO PEF2OO6 PEF2106 EET32IO FM3006 FM31l0 PEF3006 FMH6O6 courses Modeling and Simulation of Dynamic Systems Thermodynamics Transport Processes Water Treatment and Environmental Biotechnolosv Gas Purification and Energy Optimization Combustion and Process Safety Energy Technology Project Project Management and Cost Engineering Process Control Master's Thesis 2010 autumn autumn autumn spring I spring spring autumn autumn autumn 5 20l l autumn spring 30 Total: 120,0 A B ^ ^ A 1L L n B 6lluJ'y 2Al2 L4 ll t-?-{ eå,**r*,- Dean Teåemårk Uni*'*rsiry e*ll*gr Sgsshy *ftechn*lcry Senior Executive Officer