TKDF1000 Interdisciplinary project work Course description

After completing the course, the student's knowledge, skills and general competence are described as follows: 

Knowledge 

The student: 

• has knowledge of appropriate implementation of project work and problem solving in groups 

• has insight into product development, from idea to prototype or finished product 

• know the uses of the tools found in the Makerspace 

• Knowledge of the creative movement and the principles surrounding free and open-source code 

Skills 

The student: 

• can carry out product development from idea to prototype for a physical or digital product 

• can use selected tools in the Makerspace 

• can regulate own progress in project implementation 

• can communicate own specialized subject knowledge to an interdisciplinary group 

General competence 

The student: 

• have the knowledge and skills to select relevant materials, methods and tools 

• can work in interdisciplinary groups and sees connections across disciplines 

• masters methods for designing and implementing projects 

• can communicate problems, ideas and products to others 

Teaching is organized as four compulsory sessions, compulsory guidance, as well as voluntary courses and themed lectures. 

The course begins with a mandatory kick-off meeting where practical information is given, the students are divided into groups and are assigned a project. Each group gets a supervisor who follows up the group and helps in the development of the finished product. The groups are put together in a way that facilitates interdisciplinary cooperation. Throughout the semester, courses and assemblies with relevant content for the assignment are offered. Tools, equipment and materials in OsloMet Makerspace are at the disposal of the groups. 

During the first weeks, the students must narrow down the project description and deliver a list of measurable deliverables, as well as a proposed timeline and any needs for resources/training. 

During the semester, the students will present their idea to the other groups. At the last assembly, the finished product is presented. 

The following work requirements must be approved in order to be admitted for the exam: 

• Compulsory participation in the meetings. Absence from the gatherings requires sick leave or prior approval. 

• All students must attend at least three tutorials throughout the semester. 

• Detailed project description according to template, as well as specification of necessary resources 

• Presentation of the project plan in collection no. 2 

• Status report, including changes to the project description, is delivered before meeting 3 

Oral product presentation in a group. 

The students present their final work, including the final product, publicly and in front of a panel consisting of representatives from several professional communities at TKD. 

The group receives an overall grade that cannot be appealed. 

All.

Pass/fail.

Product and presentation are assessed by two internal examiners. External examiner is used regularly. 

Admission to the course can be granted to students with "General study skills". The course has 40 places and there are the following ranking rules: "The first 40 who register get a place on the course".