Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify the possibilities offered by the various workshops, labs, and studio facilities in Aalto ARTS and Aalto Studios.
- Recognize the safety and health issues associated with working in these facilities.
- Use the workshops and studios throughout their studies.
Credits: 3
Schedule: 08.09.2020 - 13.10.2020
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Matti Niinimäki
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Matti Niinimäki
Contact information for the course (valid 06.09.2020-21.12.2112):
matti.niinimaki@aalto.fi
CEFR level (applies in this implementation):
Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
Teaching language: English
Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Safety and usage training for the workshops and studios in Väre and Aalto Studios. The facilities and tools covered in the course include, but are not limited to:
- Laser cutter
- 3D printers
- Waterjet cutter
- Printlab
- Wood workshop
- Metal Workshop
The course also covers basic introduction to CAD software for creating design files and drawings for the various machines.
This course has varying content for each implementation of the course and can be taken several times. See the course syllabus for a detailed list of workshops and studios covered in each run of the course.
Applies in this implementation:
This run of the course will happen in the Väre workshops.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Working Methods
- Lectures and assignments on CAD software basics
- Safety and usage training in the ARTS Infra or Aalto Studios workshops
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Minimum 80% attendance to lectures is compulsory.
Workload
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Contact teaching hours varies for implememtation of the course.
Total workload:
- 3 ECTS
- 80 hours
DETAILS
Study Material
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Will be provided during the course.
Substitutes for Courses
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
DOM-E5018 Pajakurssi - Intro to Workshop Space and Equipment
Prerequisites
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
No prerequisites.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Details on the schedule
Applies in this implementation:
PLEASE NOTE!
The schedule will still change due to restrictions on the space usage and changes that have happened in other courses.
- Teacher: Matti Niinimäki