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Functional FashionLaajuus (10 cr)

Code: 4_DAM701

Credits

10 op

Teaching language

  • Finnish
  • English

Responsible person

  • Laura Pakarinen

Learning objectives

The student understands the interaction of use, environment, and human activity in sustainable design. The student understands target group thinking and can take into account the special needs of the target group and user in the socio-cultural and physical environment. The student knows the theory of functional product design and can apply user-centered design methods in a design project. The student deepens their knowledge of functional material and material technology. The student can apply theories of fashion and wearable design to functional fashion.

Content

User-centered fashion and design. Clothing physiology and ergonomics. Functional materials and layer dressing. Moving person and clothing design.

Further information

Teaching language: Finnish and English

Qualifications

Basic design studies, strong fashion and clothing design skills.

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Enrollment

01.08.2024 - 15.09.2024

Timing

20.09.2024 - 16.12.2024

Credits

10 op

Virtual proportion (cr)

1 op

Mode of delivery

90 % Contact teaching, 10 % Distance learning

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Seats

6 - 14

Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Design
Teachers
  • Laura Pakarinen
Student groups
  • DAB21S
    Design
  • DAA21S
    Design
  • DAC21S
    Design
  • DAB22S
    Design
  • DAC22S
    Design
  • DAA22S
    Design

Qualifications

Basic design studies, strong fashion and clothing design skills.