Foundations of Risk Analysis and Risk Science (RIS505)
This course covers fundamental issues related to risk analysis and risk science, with emphasis on basic concepts and principles. Risk analysis and science here includes risk assessment, risk characterization, risk perception, risk communication, risk management, risk governance and policy relating to risk.
Course description for study year 2024-2025
Course code
RIS505
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
10
Semester tution start
Autumn
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Autumn
Language of instruction
English
Content
Learning outcome
After completing the course the student shall:
Knowledge
- have in-depth knowledge of central concepts, principles, methods and models of risk analysis and risk science, covering risk assessment, risk characterization, risk perception, risk communication, risk management, risk governance and policy relating to risk.
Skills
- be able to identify state of the art concepts, principles, methods and models of risk analysis and risk science.
- be able to use basic concepts, principles, methods and models in risk analysis and risk science settings.
- be able to support the tackling of risk problems using contemporary risk analysis and science.
General competence
- having a risk science perspective on current societal risk issues and problems.
Required prerequisite knowledge
Exam
Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
---|---|---|---|---|
Written exam | 1/1 | 4 Hours | Letter grades | None permitted |
Digital exam (Inspera).Approved aids: None.
Course teacher(s)
Course coordinator:
Roger FlageCasual teacher:
Ingrid Glette-IversenHead of Department:
Tore MarkesetMethod of work
Overlapping courses
Course | Reduction (SP) |
---|---|
Risk analysis and risk management (RIS500_1) | 10 |
Foundations of risk analysis and risk science (RAG500_1) | 10 |
Risk Based Management (SAM510_1) | 5 |