Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to:
- understand the basics of sustainable design
- understand and master different sustainable design methods
- apply the principles and methods of sustainable design in their own design work

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course is designed to be flexible enough to be taken alongside work or business. Studies are carried out independently through course assignments and online lectures. Learning and building competence requires active work. You can complete the assignments independently at your own pace, but they must be returned for approval by 5th of December at the latest. Feedback on returned assignments will be provided by the instructor. The course provides credit or competence points, but does not lead to a qualification.

Moodle will be used as the working platform and will be discussed in a joint introductory lecture on 5.10.2023. At the introductory lecture, you can participate in a online group meeting to discuss and learn the course content, objectives, online study instructions and progression. The kick-off lecture will take place in Microsoft Teams. When you attend the meeting, you will receive an email with a link to the Microsoft Teams service, which does not require you to download any software separately. This introductory session will also be available to watch afterwards on a recorded version online.

Timing and attendance

The studies can be completed during autumn 2023 within two months of the start date, which will be 5th of October 2023.

For an approved course, the assignments must be returned on time.

Learning material and recommended literature

Course material will be provided by the teacher during the course.

You will need an Internet connection, a computer, basic knowledge and access to Microsoft Word and/or Power Point softwares.

Student time use and work load

Three course credits correspond to 81 hours of work per student.  Active participation is required to build competences. The course will be completed independently through online learning within 2 months from the course start date, which will be 5th of October 2023.

Contents

The course content
- the principles of sustainability and the circular economy in textile and fashion sector
- learning why responsible product design is important and the role of the designer in the circular economy
- learning about product life cycle design
- learning about sustainable design methods and strategies that designers can use

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Learning requires time management and self-direction skills, as well as computer use. 
Knowledge of Microsoft Teams would be an advantage. Basic use of Moodle will be covered in the first session. 
Basic knowledge of Word or PowerPoint software. 

No previous experience in the textile, clothing and fashion sector is required, but is also suitable for those working in the sector.
The training is aimed broadly at those working in the textile and clothing sector who wish to update their skills.

Assessment criteria

The teacher assesses the student's independent progress through monitoring on the Moodle platform. Course assignments returned on time and completed in accordance with the instructions are a prerequisite for successful completion of the course.

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved

A student is able…
...to search, compare and explain the collected data.
...to express and analyze innovative solutions.
...to work actively independently, to support their own learning through self-direction and to work within deadlines.