Sustainable Materials (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Content scheduling

Starting webinar on February 7th, 2024, from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM (online).
In-person meeting on February 9th, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM for company visits.
In-person meeting on February 10th, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM OR at Aninkaisten koulutalo (Aninkaisten School Building).
In-person meeting on February 11th, 2024, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM OR at Aninkaisten koulutalo (Aninkaisten School Building)?
In-person meeting on March 9th, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Turku University of Applied Sciences, Kupittaa.

Objective

On completion of the course, the student will
- understand the main characteristics of different fibres and be able to choose the most appropriate one for their own needs, taking into account the sustainability aspect of their choice
- identify different types of fibres, materials and their properties and be able to choose the right materials to use in their own projects, taking into account the sustainability aspect
- know about new fibre innovations, recycled fibres and other ecological materials

Content

The students will familiarize themselves with textile testing equipment, textile sorting, and various types of fibers. Additionally, the course will cover diverse topics such as responsibility, recycling, and innovation.

Materials

Materials provided by the educator on ItsLearning.

Teaching methods

Workshops, group work, independent work and a learning diary.

Exam schedules

None.

International connections

learning by doing, flipped learning, innovation pedagogy

Completion alternatives

You can also participate in the course remotely. Company visits and the use of textile testing equipment will be streamed.

Student workload

The total workload for students is 135 hours, including 26 hours of lectures and practical exercises and 109 hours of individual and group work.

textile testing exercises
learning diary
group work

Qualifications

None.

Further information

ItsLearning