Learning outcome

Knowledge

The candidate has knowledge of:

- Textile fabrics, and can apply this knowledge in making his/her own products

- Traditional forms and contemporary expressions in textiles

- Fashion and style history

Skills

The candidate can:

- Use exploratory methods in working with textile materials and techniques

- Use different sketching methods and materials in developing ideas

- Demonstrate skills in his/her assignments

- Document and present his/her own work on products and that of others

General competence

The candidate can:

- Reflect on his/her own working processes and acquired knowledge

- Demonstrate practical creative skills in working with materials in a continuous process from idea to finished product

Course Description

The main emphasis in this course will be on practical creative work using materials in a continuous process from idea to finished product. Students will work on idea development, visualization and documentation of design processes in various ways. The history of fashion and style will provide an important foundation and source of inspiration for the development of ideas.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Instruction will mainly be carried out in the classroom and the textiles workshop, and includes lectures, demonstrations, seminars, and tutorials. Students are expected to put in considerable effort in the workshop, where work with textiles will require confidence and practice.

Assessment Methods

Students must submit a portfolio before the stipulated deadline, which will include products, presentations of products, process description and reflection on practical training. A grade will be given from A to F, where E is the lowest passing grade.

Please refer to Telemark University College Examination Regulations for more information.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean