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Formgiving (5 cr)

Code: MU00DT21-3015

General information


Enrollment

06.11.2023 - 17.11.2023

Timing

08.01.2024 - 30.04.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

2 op

Mode of delivery

60 % Contact teaching, 40 % Distance learning

Campus

Kouvola Campus

Teaching languages

  • Finnish

Seats

20 - 21

Degree programmes

  • Degree Programme in Bioproduct Design
  • Degree Programme in Graphic Design
  • Degree Programme in Fashion and Costume Design
  • Degree Programme in Interior Architecture and Furniture Design

Teachers

  • Elsa Hulkkonen

Teacher in charge

Elsa Hulkkonen

Groups

  • GRKV23SP
    Graphic design, full-time studies

Objective

- you can observe and analyse three-dimensionality
- you understand the most important concepts of three-dimensional composition
- you understand the structure and functions of the human body in terms of plastic composition (sculpture)
- you can use the common materials of plastic composition (such as clay and plaster)
- you can apply the principles of three-dimensional composition to the design tasks of your own field

Content

How to perceive the three-dimensional world?
What are the basic principles of three-dimensional composition?
Which materials and techniques should I use when studying three-dimensional forms?
How do I create captivating and interesting forms?
How can I utilise my artistic understanding in my profession?

Exercises relevant to the professional field, associated with the Art and design history, Fine arts and Formgiving courses.

Materials

Available on the course Learn platform.
The platform key will be indicated at the beginning of the course.

Teaching methods

Xamk offers its students an opportunity to pursue studies flexibly to suit their various life situations. Students can choose between three learning routes: a learning route based on a working week, a learning route that accelerates the studies, and a work-based learning route.

A learning route based on a working week according to timetable.

Employer connections

No RDI or working life cooperation is planned for the course.

Student workload

5 cr is 135h studen's work (1op = 27h)

Further information

On the contact lessons of the course lectures are held and learning assignments are conducted.
The learning tasks subject to the evaluation are carried out partly on a guided lessons and partly independent studying time according to the given schedule.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Oral feedback, self-assessment, reflection and peer review are used as a method of evaluation. In some rare cases, written feedback may be used.
The criteria for the assessment have been clarified in the context of the assignments based on the curriculum.
Active participation is important.