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Textiles - Material and Structure (minor)
Basic information
Code:
ARTS3056
Extent:
18–24
ECTS
Curriculum:
2024–2026
2022–2024
2020–2022
Level:
Advanced studies
Language of learning:
English
Theme:
Art and design knowledge building
Target group:
ARTS students
Teacher in charge:
Maarit Salolainen
Administrative contact:
Naoko Nakagawa
studentservices@aalto.fi
Organising department:
Department of Design
School:
School of Arts, Design and Architecture
Prerequisites:
Please see application procedure and Quotas and restrictions.
Quotas and restrictions:
Max. 5 students annually
Application process:
Application in spring.
Application instructions for Aalto ARTS students
Student needs to include a portfolio as well as a letter of motivation to the application. In addition the approved personal study plan is required, showing how the minor is fitted in. The plan should be approved by the PSP tutor/professor. The plan should include the list of courses to be included in the minor. Selection criteria are earlier success in studies, motivation and possible earlier experience relating to the minor subject. The portfolio, motivation letter and study plan are to be attached to the application in eAge. Additional information on the minor from the professor in charge as well as from the study coordinator
Content and structure of the minor
Target group: Aalto ARTS MA students
About the minor
Description of the minor
The Minor provides basic understanding of the processes in the field of textiles as well as encourages a reflective and critical approach to textile design. The content of the minor can be modified based on student’s interest and is to be discussed in the beginning of the minor studies with the teacher responsible of the minor. The courses include lectures, tutoring and hands-on assignments such as designing coordinated sample collections as well as structure and material analysis.
Intended learning outcomes
After completing the minor in Textiles - Materials and Structure the students
- understand textile design practices and processes, including tools and methods used in textile production
- are familiar with the properties of different textile fibres, materials and structures
- have experience of practice-led expression through textiles.
Content
| Code | Course name | ECTS credits | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory introduction course: Choose one of the following courses | |||
| MUO-C1079 | Textile Materials and Technologies | 3 | I |
| MUO-C1072 | Tekstiili ja vaatetusmateriaalit | 3 | I |
| Select min 2 courses: | |||
|
MUO-E1075 OR MUO-E1069 |
Woven Fabrics Studio Knits and Knitwear Studio |
6 6 |
II II |
|
MUO-E1082 OR MUO-E1084 |
Textile Colouration Finishes Studio Textile Colouration and Design |
3 3 |
I-II V |
| MUO-E1074 | Textiles for Interiors and Architecture | 6 | IV |
| Elective courses, choose max 1: | |||
| MUO-E1071 | Sustainable Textile and Fashion Design | 9 | I |
| MUO-E1065 | Advanced Woven Fabrics and Jacquard Workshop | 6 | III-IV |
| MUO-E1062 | Advanced Knits and Knitwear Workshop | 6 | III-V |
| MUO-E1063 | Advanced Printed Fabrics Workshop | 6 | IV-V |
| MUO-E1079 | Textile Design Concept | 6 | III |
| MUO-C0143 | Surface Pattern Design | 3 | I-summer |
Previous curricula
Basic information of the minor
Name: Textiles - Material and Structure (minor)
Code: ARTS3056
Extent: 18–24 ECTS
Curriculum: 2022–2024
Level: Masters
Language of learning: English
Theme: Art and design knowledge building
Teacher in charge: Maarit Salolainen
Administrative contact: Anne Rautanen
Organising department: -
Target group: ARTS students
Prerequisites: Please see application procedure and quotas and restrictions.
Quotas and restrictions: Max. 5 students annually
Application process: Application in spring. Students from other Finnish universities apply for the minor during the JOO application period. Instructions: Instructions for JOO applicants from other Finnish universities Application instructions for Aalto University students Student needs to include a portfolio as well as a letter of motivation to the application. In addition the approved personal study plan is required, showing how the minor is fitted in. The plan should be approved by the PSP tutor/professor. The plan should include the list of courses to be included in the minor. Selection criteria are earlier success in studies, motivation and possible earlier experience relating to the minor subject. The portfolio, motivation letter and study plan are to be attached to the application in eAge. Additional information on the minor from the professor in charge as well as from the study coordinator
Content and structure of the minor
Target group: Aalto ARTS MA students, Craft Science students from University of Helsinki (JOO)
Learning outcomes
After completing the minor in Textiles - Materials and Structure the students
- understand textile design practices and processes, including tools and methods used in textile production
- are familiar with the properties of different textile fibres and materials
- have experience of practice-led expression through textiles.
Content
The Minor provides basic understanding of the processes in the field of textiles as well as encourages a reflective and critical approach to textile design. The content of the minor can be modified based on student’s interest and is to be discussed in the beginning of the minor studies with the teacher responsible of the minor. The courses include lectures, tutoring and hands-on assignments such as designing coordinated sample collections as well as structure and material analysis.
Structure of the minor
The content of the minor studies is subject to discussions with the professor responsible for the minor. The minor consists of alternative minor courses and elective courses which deepen the learning content.
| Code | Course name | ECTS credits | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core courses: | Student should take at least 3 of the following courses | ||
| MUO-E1075 | Woven Fabrics Studio | 6 | II |
| or | |||
| MUO-C1061 | Kudotut kankaat - materiaali ja rakenne | 6 | IV |
| MUO-E1069 | Knits and Knitwear Studio | 6 | II |
| or | |||
| MUO-C1070 | Neuleet ja neulokset | 6 | IV |
| MUO-E1042 | Printed Fabrics Studio | 3 | II |
| MUO-E1074 | Textiles for Interiors and Architecture | 6 | IV |
| MUO-C1072 | Textile and Clothing Materials (Compulsory, Introduction course) | 3 | I |
| or/tai | |||
| MUO-C1072 | Tekstiili ja vaatetusmateriaalit (Pakollinen, johdantokurssi) | 3 | I |
| Elective courses: | |||
| MUO-E1071 | Sustainable Textile and Fashion Design | 9 | I |
| MUO-E1065 | Advanced Woven Fabrics and Jacquard Workshop | 6 | III-V |
| MUO-E1062 | Advanced Knits and Knitwear Workshop | 6 | III-V |
| MUO-E1063 | Advanced Printed Fabrics Workshop | 6 | III-V |
| MUO-E1077 | Textile Collection Design | 6 | III |
Basic information of the minor
Code: ARTS3056
Extent: 15-25 ECTS
Language: English
Teacher in charge: adjunct professor Maarit Salolainen
Coordinator: Anne Rautanen
Target group: Aalto ARTS MA students - especially Contemporary Design MA-students and Interior Architecture MA-students, Craft Science students from University of Helsinki (JOO), Interior Architecture BA-students
Application procedure: Application in spring.
Application instructions for Aalto University students
Students of other Finnish universities apply for the minor during the JOO application period in the JOOPAS system.
Student needs to include a portfolio as well as a letter of motivation to the application. In addition the approved personal study plan is required, showing how the minor is fitted in. The plan should be approved by the PSP tutor/professor. The plan should include the list of courses to be included in the minor. Selection criteria are earlier success in studies, motivation and possible earlier experience relating to the minor subject. The portfolio, motivation letter and study plan are to be attached to the application in eAge.
Additional information on the minor from the professor in charge as well as from the study coordinator
Quotas and restrictions: Max. 5 students annually
Prerequisites: Please see application procedure and quotas and restrictions.
Content and structure of the minor
Learning outcomes
Having completed the minor the students have an understanding of textile practices and textile design processes as well as tools and methods used in textile production technologies. The students are familiar with the properties of different textile fibres and materials. Through experimenting and hands-on assignments, the students have an understanding of artistic-led expression through textiles.
Content
The Minor provides basic understanding of the complex systems behind the topic of sustainability in the field of textiles as well as encourages a reflective and critical approach to textile design. The content of the minor can be modified based on student’s interest and is to be discussed in the beginning of the minor studies with the teacher responsible of the minor. The courses include lectures, tutoring and hands-on assignments such as designing coordinated sample collections as well as structure and material analysis.
Structure of the minor
The content of the minor studies 15-25 credits is subject to discussions with the professor responsible of the minor.
| Code | Course name | ECTS credits | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core courses: | Student should take at least 3 of the following courses | ||
| MUO-C1032 | Tekstiili- ja vaatetusmateriaalien perusteet / only in Finnish | 2 | I |
|
Woven Fabrics Studio or Kudotut kankaat - materiaalit ja rakenne / only in Finnish |
4 | II | |
|
Knits and Knitwear Studio or Neuleet ja Neulokset / only in Finnish |
3 4 |
II | |
|
Printed Fabrics Studio or Tekstiili- ja värjäysteknologia / only in Finnish |
3 4 |
II I |
|
| MUO-E1035 | Texiles for Interiors and Architecture | 5 | IV |
| Elective courses: | The elective courses deepen the learning content | ||
| MUO-C1022 | Woven Fabrics Design | 4 | IV |
| MUO-E1037 | Advaned Woven Fabrics and Jaquard Workshop | 2-10 | III-V |
| MUO-E1038 | Advanced Knits and Knitwear Workshop | 2-10 | III-V |
| MUO-C1036 | Pintasuunnittelu ja painokangas / only in Finnish | 6 | |
| MUO-E1039 | Advanced Printed Fabrics Workshop | 2-10 | IV-V |
| MUO-E1048 | Experimental Textile Design | 3-10 | II |
| MUO-E1045 | Surface Design | 10 | III |
Basic information of the minor
Code: ARTS3056
Extent: 15-25 ECTS
Language: English
Teacher in charge: adjunct professor Maarit Salolainen
Target group: Aalto ARTS MA students - especially Contemporary Design MA-students and Interior Architecture MA-students, Craft Science students from University of Helsinki (JOO), Interior Architecture BA-students.
Application procedure: Common application period through eAge once a year in spring. Instructions for applying
Students from other Finnish universities apply during the JOO application time vie JOOPAS https:// haku.joopas.fi
Student needs to include a portfolio as well as a letter of motivation to the application. In addition the approved personal study plan is required, showing how the minor is fitted in. The plan should be approved by the PSP tutor/professor. The plan should include the list of courses to be included in the minor. Selection criteria are earlier success in studies, motivation and possible earlier experience relating to the minor subject. The portfolio, motivation letter and study plan are to be attached to the application in eAge. Additional information on the minor from the professor in charge as well as from the Planning Officer Mari Partanen (mari.2.partanen@aalto.fi).
Quotas and restrictions: Max. 6 students
Prerequisites: Please see application procedure and quotas and restrictions.
Content and structure of the minor
Learning outcomes
Having completed the minor the students have an understanding of textile practices and textile design processes as well as tools and methods used in textile production technologies. The students are familiar with the properties of different textile fibres and materials. Through experimenting and hands-on assignments, the students have an understanding of artistic-led expression through textiles.
Content
The content of the minor can be modified based on student’s interest and is to be discussed in the beginning of the minor studies with the teacher responsible of the minor. The courses include lectures, tutoring and hands-on assignments such as designing coordinated sample collections as well as structure and material analysis.
Structure of the minor
The content of the minor studies 15-25 credits is subject to discussions with the professor responsible of the minor.
| Code | Course name | ECTS credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core courses: | Student should take at least 3 of the following courses | |
| MUO-C1032 | Tekstiili- ja vaatetusmateriaalien perusteet / only in Finnish (1. study period) | 2 |
| MUO-E1046 | Woven Fabrics Studio (2. study period) | 4 |
| MUO-E1041 | Knits and Knitwear Studio (2. study period) | 3 |
|
MUO-E1042 or MUO-C1008 |
Printed Fabrics Studio (2. study period) or Tekstiili- ja värjäysteknologia / only in Finnish (1.study period) |
3 4 |
| MUO-E1035 | Texiles for Interiors and Architecture (4. study period) | 5 |
| Elective courses: | The elective courses deepen the learning content | |
| MUO-C1022 | Woven Fabrics Design (4. study period) | 4 |
| MUO-E1038 | Advanced Knits and Knitwear Workshop (3-5 study periods) | 2-10 |
| MUO-C1036 | Pintasuunnittelu ja painokangas / only in Finnish | 6 |
| MUO-E1039 | Advanced Printed Fabrics Workshop (4-5 study periods) | 2-10 |
| MUO-E1027 | Surface Design (3. study period) | 10 |