Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student will be able to
- apply the basic concepts of three-dimensional design and justify their design solutions through them
- describe the cultural and regional differences in three-dimensional design language and their importance in designing products for different target groups
- identify and take into account factors related to and influencing design, such as the way the product is made, the material, the construction or the usability of the product
- describe the importance of product form as a branding element for a company

Implementation and methods of teaching

Face-to-face teaching, lectures, exercises.

Timing and attendance

At least 80% attendance requirement on the dates indicated in the timetable

Learning material and recommended literature

To be published during the course.

Alternative completion methods

The alternative delivery method must be justified, negotiated and agreed separately with the course teacher.

Working life cooperation

No

Learning environment

1) Face-to-face teaching and supervision: LAB Lahti campus (Mukkulankatu 19). Lecture halls and other working spaces.
2) Course feedback: integrated Spark course feedback (opens 2 weeks before, closes 2 weeks after).
3) Communication and teaching material: LAB Moodle.

Student time use and work load

The 5 credits of the course are built up through 135 hours of total work. In terms of time, the work is divided into 70 hours of guided face-to-face or virtual work as indicated in the timetable and 62 hours of independent work as determined by the student.

Contents

Lectures, short individual or group exercises, and practical work throughout the course.

Assessment criteria

Practical exercises, attendance in accordance with the timetable, active participation in the interaction and activities to be carried out on all the days indicated in the timetable.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Too many absences (more than 20% of lessons).
Compulsory exercises not completed.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student has attended the required classes.
The student has participated in the mid-term review and assessment of the exercises.
The exercises have been completed satisfactorily.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student has attended the required classes.
The student has participated in the mid-term review and assessment of the exercises.
The exercises have been carried out well.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student has attended the required classes.
The student has participated in the mid-term review and assessment of the exercises.
The exercises have been completed with distinction.