UWAS-C0050 - 3D Prototyping in Context of Creative Practice, 02.03.2021-06.04.2021

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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

- Understanding of digital fabrication methods and their potential in Art and design practice. (understanding technology)

-hand on experience with digital fabrication machines (learning by doing)

-understanding of new material and exploring the potential (experimentation)

-the business potential of adopting new digital technologies in creative practice.(new business models)

Credits: 3

Schedule: 02.03.2021 - 06.04.2021

Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Ashish Mohite, Paulo Nicoletti Dziobczenski, Tim Smith

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Ashish Mohite, Paulo Nicoletti Dziobczenski, Tim Smith

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

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:

    The content of the course will involve looking at an Art & design practice and how adopting digital fabrication technologies and working with materials in new ways can create new business opportunities and potentials. We will case study the practices of Artist such as Tomas Saraceno, Olafur Elisson and Anish Kapoor and how their adoption of new materials and technologies have helped them  realise  their visions. In certain  instances, this created completely new methods of production and creation of new materials as a well unique way of using of material has led to new discoveries.As a creative practice grows in size, adoption of technology in the production is imminent, the question is “can the technology become an active driver for the practice or remains as just another tool”.

Assessment Methods and Criteria

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    1. We will use the method learning by doing , so we will be making prototypes constantly. Depending on the material student will use different workshops. There will be 3 lectures . 
    2. Assessment will be based on the student participation and Attendance is compulsory. Final grades will be based on 50% attendance and ongoing studio work and 50% on the final work produced (which would be presentation)
    3. Course is mainly project work so no examination will be held.  (study method: lectures and project work)

Workload

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Workshops, lectures and tutorials ( contact teaching) = 24h
    Assignments and group work = 57h
    Total amount of hours = 81h / 3ECT

DETAILS

Study Material

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    1. Performative materials in architecture and design- Rashida NG, Sneha Patel
    2. Manufacturing material effects: Rethinking design and making in architecture- Branko Kolarevic, Kevin Klinger
    3. Making: Anthropology, Archaeology, Art and Architecture : Tim Ingold 

Prerequisites

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Open minded attitude and curiosity towards technology.

SDG: Sustainable Development Goals

    9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

    17 Partnerships for the Goals

Rules of Conduct - Students´ Rights and Responsibilities (in force from 1 August 2020)

Aalto University Code of Academic Integrity and Handling Violations Thereof