Artesis Plantijn Hogeschool Antwerpen
Koninklijke Academie van Antwerpen
Material Knowledge38320/3027/2324/1/88
Study guide

Material Knowledge

38320/3027/2324/1/88
Academic year 2023-24
Is found in:
  • Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts, programme stage 1
    Specialisation:
    • Costume Design
  • Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts
    Specialisation:
    • Costume Design
This is a single course unit.
Study load: 3 credits
Co-ordinator: Bellegarde Nelly
Languages: Dutch
Scheduled for: Academic year
This course unit is marked out of 20 (rounded to an integer).
Possible deadlines for learning account: 31.10.2023 ()
Re-sit exam: is possible.
Possibility of deliberation: This course unit is eligible for deliberation according to the criteria as determined by the degree programme you are enrolled in.
Total study time: 90,00 hours

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Learning outcomes (list)

BA2 - The student has the necessary knowledge, skills and insights regarding material, form, action, concepts, function and contents of the chosen medi
The student has acquired technical skills that are specific to specific materials.
The student knows the possibilities of the various materials and can use them in the execution of his designs.
The student has acquired a thorough knowledge of materials through research into various materials and fabrics, fabric processing and processing and is able to apply this in his own designs
The student knows the materials specific to the discipline at beginners level and can recognize these materials.

Course content

- acquiring knowledge of natural and synthetic raw materials and fibers - textile materials - weaving structures including finishing and treatments.
new developments: attention to sustainability, biodiversity, upcycling of textile materials, new techniques, innovation, and the future of materials - textile imaging.

Educational organisation (list)

Learning Activities
Lectures and / or tutorials42,00 hours
Work time outside of contact hours48,00 hours