KDM2400 Active Wear and corporate internship Course description

The course consists of two parts. In part 1, Active Wear/sports, emphasis is placed on knowledge development through the design, materials and techniques involved in developing functional clothing. Materiality, cultures and lifestyles are key perspectives in the course and will be seen in conjunction with the Nordic climate. The course in part 1 lasts about 6 weeks.

Part 2 comprises a 9-10 week period of practical training in an enterprise or at another educational institution.

The student will participate in day-to-day operations and become familiar with the company’s structure, culture and values.

Passed the course KDM2200 Textile Experimentation, Identity and Focus or equivalent.

No formal requlements over and above the admission requirements 

Knowledge

The student:

·       has professional knowledge of the development of functional clothing for sports and recreational purposes

·       has insight into Nordic values as they relate to the development of clothing for extreme environments and climate conditions

·       has insight into the structure and values of an enterprise or an educational institution.

Skills

The student:

·       is capable of developing functional clothing in sports and recreation for various areas of use and climate conditions

·       is capable of using correct materials, techniques and designs for functional clothing

·       is capable of constructive participation in the enterprise/other educational institution

·       is capable of discussing and reflecting on different cultural and ethical perspectives, work methods, cooperation and the understanding of roles internally in an enterprise/other educational institution.

Competence

The student:

·       has an understanding of fashion contexts in sports and recreation in the Nordic countries

·       has insight into relevant issues relating to the environment and climate in the field

·       has an understanding of the field in commercial contexts/specialisation in the field from another educational institution

·       is capable of planning and implementing varied tasks and projects that take place over time, alone or as part of a group, and in accordance with ethical requirements and guidelines.

Project work is an important aspect of part 1 of the course, and students are required to attend and actively participate in group work. The work methods used in part 1 include workshop and supervision teaching, lectures, seminars and debates. The purpose of this is to develop the students’ knowledge, ideas, practical skills, professional understanding and ability to express themselves. Students are expected to find relevant reading material in addition to the syllabus, and are encouraged to use the learning centres and the resources available there. Joint presentations and exhibitions will form the basis for discussion and assessment of the students’ work.

Part 2 also requires attendance and active participation in the practical training enterprise or in another educational institution.

Course work requirement spring 2021:

 A practical training report (counts 20%) of 2200-2500 words. 

Active participation in compulsory teaching activities.

Compulsory attendance in an enterprise or other educational institution.

The student cannot be absent for more than 20% of the course.

Coursework earlier:

Active participation in compulsory teaching activities.

Compulsory attendance in an enterprise or other educational institution.

The student cannot be absent for more than 20% of the course.

Exam spring 2021 due to Covid-19:

1. Portfolio-examination (counts 100%). The portfolio consist of:

• Design of a collection (minimum 8-10 outfits)

• Production of at least two outfits

• Process documentation of the theory work (approx. 2,000 words)

The portfolio is graded as a whole and given one grade.

The exam can be appealed.

Exam earlier:

1. Portfolio-examination (counts 80%). The portfolio consist of:

• Design of a collection (minimum 8-10 outfits)

• Production of at least two outfits

• Process documentation of the theory work (approx. 2,000 words)

The portfolio is graded as a whole and given one grade.

2 A practical training report (counts 20%) of 2200-2500 words.

Both partial exams can be appealed.

All aids are permitted, as long as the rules for source referencing are complied with.

Grade scale spring 2021:

For the final assessment a grading scale from A to E is used, where A denotes the highest and E the lowest pass grade, and F denotes a fail.

 Part 1 Active Wear count 100% (A-E)

Part 2 Corporate Internship is a coursework requirement this semester.

Grade scale earlier:

For the final assessment a grading scale from A to E is used, where A denotes the highest and E the lowest pass grade, and F denotes a fail.

• Part 1 Active Wear Teller 80% (A-E)

• Part 2 Corporate Internship 20% (A-E)

Part 1: One external and one internal examiner. The exam may be selected for grading by external examiners.

Part 2: Two internal examiners

• KDM2000 Entrepreneurship