Kunnskaper
Aesthetics; To give the student knowledge about aesthetical means and a competence to implement and utilize form(giving) for different materials and manufacturing techniques
Designerly approach; To give the student knowledge about new methodological approaches based on new technology/materials, and a general competence to observe correlations and think holistic. And to be able to utilize this in product development.
Sustainability; To give the student knowledge about the correlations between context, details and overarching challenges that occurs with new materials and new methods for production. To give a general competence in contemporary thinking within sustainability.
Ethics; To give the student knowledge about the dilemmas that lies within creating value and the use of technology. To give a general competence in reflection around ethical dilemmas.
Tools and methods; Develop the skills within classic design tools like CAD, drawing, rapid prototyping etc but also to incorporate and develop new tools and methods based on new situations and technology.
Skills; Basic skills like drawing, CAD, worskop etc are honed during the whole semester.