Design and Technology

Study programme code DTEK30D

ECTS credits 30

Admission requirements High School diploma or High School equivalency exam or relevant work experience.

General description and profile of the programme See Course contents TFL109

Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning (formal, non-formal and informal) Arrangements for the recognition of prior learning are described in the information on the institution under "General arrangements for the recognition of prior learning (formal, informal and non-formal)".

Examination regulations and grading For a description of the examination regulations, see the Examination Regulations of the University of Agder.

For information about the Norwegian grading system, see ECTS credits and grades. Specific information on grading for each course is found in the individual course descriptions.

Graduation requirements The Examination Regulations of the University of Agder regulate the graduation requirements for each programme of study.

Learning outcomes On successful completion of the programme students will: - aquire an understanding of how to work plurydisciplinary on a theme in the field of design and technology. - see the theme in the perspective of architecture an construction. - see the theme in the perspective of principles of energi and movement. - be able to account for the relevant factors in a design process. - through practical experiences as well as theoretical knowledge on design processes and relevant didactics, aquire teaching competance on pluridisciplinary projects of design and technology. The students should plan and carry out their own design processes, analyzing the relationship between form and function, use of materials, choise of tools and methods of production. The students should also explain their choices as to design as well as technology.

Teaching methods Part time study programme over two semesters (30 ECTS). One day-time class a week, otherwise afternoons or evenings. There may be up to two weekend assemblies each semester. Various teaching methods such as lectures, laboratory work and work in specialized rooms.The students will be testing different materials and do mathematical calculations.

Assessment methods Evaluation methods: see course description.

Occupational profiles of graduates and access to further studies This programme qualifies for work with arts and crafts and interdisciplinary work in design and technology in Primary and Secondary School.

Other information The students will have to pay a fee for material expenses and also cover their own expenses for the individual project the second semester. Trips and excusrsions are also paid for by the students.

Contact person Anita Skogen. Anita.Skogen@uia.no. Phone: +47 38141263.