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TEK2112

Universal design I

This course is no longer taught and is only available for examination.

Credits 7.5
Level Intermediate course, level II
Language of instruction Norwegian
Location Gjøvik
Examination arrangement Portfolio assessment

About

About the course

Course content

The focus is universal design applied to general design, aesthetics and the built environment. Basic knowledge of principles and user groups, perception and the senses, application of light, form and materials. Universal design and cultural heritage. Ethical aspects, verification techniques and law.

Learning outcome

Knowledge: Scientific foundation, user groups, user needs, concepts, principles and relevant law. Universal design applied to design, aesthetics and the built environment.

Skills: Understand and apply basic concepts and principles, identify user needs and user groups, transform needs into practical solutions.

General competence: Implementation of universal design in design, aesthetics and the built environment.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, videoes, literature study, hand-ins, tutoring. The course may be tought 100% online if needed.

Further on evaluation

Exam portfolio consists of student assignments collected in 2 hand-ins.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Product Design and Technology (BTEKD)

Course materials

Announced at startup.

Subject areas

  • Architecture

Contact information

Course coordinator

Department with academic responsibility

Department of Manufacturing and Civil Engineering

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Portfolio assessment
Grade: Letter grades

Ordinary examination - Autumn 2024

Portfolio assessment
Weighting 100/100 Examination aids Code A Date Release 2024-11-20
Submission 2024-11-25
Time Release 09:00
Submission 12:00
Exam system Inspera Assessment