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Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering

Qualification Awarded and the Level of Qualification

Bachelor of Engineering, EQF6

Contact Information

Timo Parkkinen, Manager, +358 40 548 0036
Marja Rissanen, Head Of Degree Programme, + 358 50 591 1949
Maija Ohvo, Study Councellor +358 50 5608474
firstname.lastname@tuni.fi

Special Admission Requirements

General admission criteria.

Recognition of Prior Learning

It is possible for students to have their prior competence recognised.

Qualification Requirements and Regulations

Completion of curriculum studies and achievement of related competence objectives.

Profile of the Programme

The objective of the Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering is designed to educate internationally and technically oriented textile and material engineers to work in global textile industry, to be able to work in different positions in textile field and to respond the needs of future working life. The education is technical, international, multidisciplinary and educates engineers to create new textile innovations and starts solving the global environmental challenges related to textile and material industry.

In the Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering you will come to understand the fundamentals of textile materials and processes, the integral development of different textile products and industrial manufacturing, textile structures and non-woven fabrics, mechanical and chemical processing and finishing operations of textiles. A graduate from the degree programme has the latest know-how of digitalization and sustainable engineering know-how in the field of textile and material processing and manufacturing, deep understanding of textile quality and product safety issues.

An innovative and forward-looking mindset plays a vital role. Studying in an international community and atmosphere will give you unique possibilities to develop your communication and team working skills. During your studies you will have a great chance to grow your network with experts all around the world.

Key Learning Outcomes

1st year
During the first year of studies the student develops a scientific basis and gets acquainted with the fields of textile and material engineering. The emphasis is on natural sciences and developing the basis for future studies. After the first study year the student has an overall picture of the global textile industry and economy The student has knowledge of the diverse job opportunities and knowledge of the diverse uses of textile materials. Students has basic knowledge about textile materials and processes from fiber to yarn focusing on sustainability and circular economy. The student knows how to work safely in laboratories. The students will learn working life skills, look for information from various sources and draw up short technical reports.

2nd year
After the second year the student continue building the foundation for professional studies by studying natural sciences. After the foundation is built, the studies will focus more and more on professional topics and the students will also gain working life skills with different engineering and management practices. The student continues knowing common processes used in textile manufacturing.

3rd year
In the third study year textile material and business know-how is developed. You will gain knowledge of the product development process of textile products and your studies will focus on textile quality and testing. The student deepens know how of environmental awareness of textile business and the understanding of textile circularity process. You will get competence in different project management and other practical engineering tasks. The student is expected to have completed the remaining second and third part of the practical training during the third and fourth year.

4th year Bachelor’s Thesis and Developing Professional Expertise
During the fourth study year the earlier studies and the experiences of the training period are combined. The textile and material knowledge of the students gets deeper and expands towards developing and research expertise and awareness of textile business skills. In the fourth year, the student finds a topic for a final thesis. Thesis work is made at the end of the studies to show the development of the student from the professional point of view.

Occupational Profiles of Graduates with Examples

Graduates from the Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering face exciting global professional opportunities in the fields of e.g., manufacturing and production, marketing, sales, product management and development or you can also work globally among supply chain management or project management for instance. When you complete your studies, you will be capable of understanding the technical requirements for processing the textile products and materials, including technical and smart fabrics, optimising and developing innovative technologies related to sustainable textile products and processes.

After graduating you have the latest knowledge of processes related to the textile industry and global business. Textile circularity and recyclability, new recycled textile fibres and materials play a key role in your education. You will get good basic knowledge and skills for innovating the circular economy challenges and work for this field of expertise. New textile and material engineer understand the requirements of sustainable circular economy thinking in product design and manufacturing, as well as the requirements for reuse and recyclability. You will learn basic business skills and acquire competence essential for success in today’s international working life.

Access to Further Studies

The degree gives eligibility for master’s degrees.

Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading

Assessment of study performances is based on TAMK’s assessment criteria
The detailed assessment criteria can be found in course implementation plans. The teaching and assessment methods are agreed on with students at the beginning of each course.

Graduation Requirements

Completion of studies and achievement of competence objectives in the extent set by the curriculum.

Mode of Study

Learning takes place in various learning environments in close cooperation with
industry and working life and together with other degree programmes. Courses include projects, presentations and learning tasks which are often carried out in teams. Laboratory tasks and projects give the opportunity to apply in practice ideas learnt in theory. Every student takes part in a work life project and can undertake other work life related projects.

Practical training is an essential part of the studies supporting the student’s development into a professional in the field. The first supervised training takes place in the first year of study. Students are encouraged to complete part of their training or studies abroad.

Development of the Programme

The Ministry of Education and Culture’ definitions of policy and TAMK’s strategy have been considered in the curriculum.

Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Code
(24TEMA)
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Code
(24TEMA)

Studies for Exchange Students, Textile and Material Engineering
Code
(24KVTEMA)
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Code
(22TEMA)

Studies for Exchange Students, Textile and Material Engineering
Code
(23KVTEMA)
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Code
(22TEMA)
Enrolment period

25.11.2024 - 03.01.2025

Timing

03.03.2025 - 30.04.2025

Credits

1 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Textile and Material Engineering

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 10

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Marja Rissanen
  • Marja-Liisa Timperi
Person in charge

Marja Rissanen

Groups
  • 22TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

The purpose of the course is to strengthen the student's skills needed in the thesis process and to introduce the practicalities of the thesis process in the degree programme of Textile and Material Engineering.

After completing the course, the student
• knows the most common research methods and thesis types, and knows how to apply them appropriately
• is able to acquire information in a versatile way and is able to critically evaluate different sources of information
• takes into account research ethics
• knows the thesis process in TAMK and thesis requirements of Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering

Content (course unit)

Thesis process in TAMK; Thesis types in applied research; Tools for scientific information search; Research ethics

Further information (course unit)

This course should be completed before student starts the thesis writing process under the guidance of an assigned supervisor.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students know the steps of the research process and can reflect on the quality and reliability of the research. The student's written output meets the TAMK guidelines for written reporting and the satisfactory level of the written part of the thesis.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student masters the research process and its stages and is able to analyse research topics in a variety of ways. The student's written output meets the good level of the TAMK guidelines for written reporting.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student masters the research process and is able to independently, comprehensively and critically analyse research topics. The student's written output meets the TAMK guidelines for written reporting and the written part of the thesis at an excellent level.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Passing the course, the student can explain the thesis process and the main research methods, can find scientific information independently, and is aware of good and ethical practices of research.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

02.12.2024 - 31.12.2024

Timing

07.01.2025 - 30.04.2025

Credits

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Textile and Material Engineering

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Marja Rissanen
  • Kirsi Tanner
  • Minna Varheenmaa
  • Ville Jouppila
Person in charge

Marja Rissanen

Groups
  • 23TEMA
  • 22TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

At the end of the course the student understands what options there are to make the textile production more sustainable.The student has an understanding of the challenges in textile production and supply value chain and what options there is to make the chain more sustainable.
The student is aware of the digital and automation solutions, about the new upcoming innovations to help to design the smart factories and factories of the future. The student has an understanding of the use of new technical methods and automation solutions in critical process steps. The student is aware of how digitalization will help to achive the transparency and treacibility in the processes to share informaton.

Content (course unit)

• Basics of robotics and automation systems
• Basics of sensor technology and machine vision
• Basics of IIoT and data collection
• Current trends and automation applications in textile industry
• digital marketing process
• big data, artificial intelligence and analytics in digital marketing
• data-driven marketing and marketing automation
• digital selling and sustainable eCommerce
• digital customer experience

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Knowing: The student understands the basics of the course content.

Acting: The student manages the assigned tasks under supervision/assistance.

Being: The student shows some motivation, takes his/her responsibility for studying and is capable of working in a group. The student can give and take feedback.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Knowing: The student knows well the digitalization and automation possibilities in textile industry value chain and can explain the diverse application areas of them.

Acting: The student applies substance matter learnt in previous studies, makes a plan/plans before carrying out tasks, limits tasks/problems to have an appropriate scope, solves problems.

Being: The student can give and receive feedback actively and constructively, can cooperate responsibly and is ready to develop his/her interaction skills. The student recognizes and follows the important courses of action in the field. The student takes responsibility and commits to the group activities in addition to his/her own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Knowing: The student has an comprehensive knowledge about the course subject and can independently and widely explain the content of the studies and apply his / her knowledge.

Acting: The student can search for diverse solution alternatives, justify his/her choices, assesses new solution alternatives, combines solution alternatives creatively or creates new ones.

Being: The student can cooperate responsibly, flexibly and constructively, develops his/her own and the group's interaction, works responsibly and in a committed manner considering the community and field requirements and needs.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

02.12.2024 - 15.01.2025

Timing

01.01.2025 - 30.04.2025

Credits

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Textile and Material Engineering

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 30

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Sean Morga
Person in charge

Marja Rissanen

Groups
  • 22TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

The student
- understands how international sourcing and purchasing activities are performed.
- learn the routines and rules of global textile importing, exporting and subcontracting.
- knows the most important restrictions and legislations regarding commerce.
- is familiar with the most common problems regarding purchasing
- is able to draw up international documents regarding purchasing.
- can also take into account the ethical principles when it comes to selecting the supplier.
- understand the importance of the quality assurance and is aware of the quality assurance tools and methods.

Content (course unit)

Purchasing and sourcing methods from subcontracting to product purchases.
Purchase agreements, terms of purchase, terms of payment, methods of transport.
Laws and regulations governing international product sourcing.
Price formation. Quality and delivery control.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Knowing: The student has an overview of the principles of the topic. The student has basic knowledge about the principles of global sourcing business.

Acting: The student manages the assigned tasks under supervision/assistance.

Being: The student takes his/her responsibity for studying and is capable of working in a group. The student can give and take feedback.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Knowing: The student understands well the global supply chain of textile products and sourcing process. The student can explain the principles of global sourcing business and can describe the challenges related to that topic.

Acting: The student applies substance matter learnt in previous studies, makes a plan/plans before carrying out tasks, limits tasks/problems to have an appropriate scope, solves problems.

Being: The student can give and receive feedback actively and constructively, can cooperate responsibly and is ready to develop his/her interaction skills. The student recognizes and follows the important courses of action in the field. The student takes responsibility and commits to the group activities in addition to his/her own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Knowing: The student has an comprehensive understanding of the global supply chain of textile products and sourcing process. The student can independently explain the principles of global sourcing business and understand well the challenges related to that topic.

Acting: The student can search for diverse solution alternatives, justify his/her choices, assesses new solution alternatives, combines solution alternatives creatively or creates new ones.
Being: The student can cooperate responsibly, flexibly and constructively, develops his/her own and the group's interaction, works responsibly and in a committed manner considering the community and field requirements and needs.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

02.07.2024 - 30.09.2024

Timing

01.10.2024 - 13.12.2024

Credits

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Built Environment and Bioeconomy

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 30

Degree programmes
  • Cross-study in the Tampere Universities Community
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Marja Rissanen
Person in charge

Marja Rissanen

Groups
  • 24TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

The course forms the basis for textile and material engineering studies and gives grounds for professional development. The course provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of textile engineering, and sustainable practices within the textile industry. After completing the course, the student is able to
• understand the basic concepts of textile engineering and polymers
• understand the main manufacturing processes for textiles and terminology related to textile manufacturing processes
• explore the properties of textile materials (fibers, yarns, and fabrics)
• evaluate sustainable and recycling practices in textile and clothing production
• evaluate quality of textiles

Content (course unit)

Classification of materials; Fibre types and properties; Fabric (nonwoven, knitted, woven) formation techniques; Coloration and finishing; Textile testing and quality control; Sustainability, recycling and circular economy in textile and fashion industry; New innovations

Prerequisites (course unit)

None

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student is aware of the basics of the course topic and has an general overview of the subject.
The student is able to analyze simple tasks. The student manages the assigned tasks under supervision/assisted.
The student can give and receive feedback, can work in a group and takes responsibility for own work.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student has versatile ability to understand and analyze the core topic of the course.
The student can search for diverse solution alternatives, justify choices and try new courses of action, assesses diverse solution alternatives, combines solution alternatives creatively or creates new ones.
The student can cooperate responsibly, flexibly and constructively, develops his/her own and the group's interaction, works responsibly and in a committed manner considering the community and field requirements and needs.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student has comprehensive ability to understand and analyze the core topic of the course. The student can explain the core principles of the course subject at more advanced level and knows the most essentials issues related to the topic.
The student can search for diverse solution alternatives, justify choices and try new courses of action, assesses diverse solution alternatives, combines solution alternatives creatively or creates new ones.
The student can give and receive feedback actively and constructively, can cooperate responsibly and is ready to develop his/her interaction skills. The student takes responsibility and commits to the group activities in addition to his/her own work.

Location and time

Second period, Kauppi campus

Exam schedules

More information in Moodle

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Lectures, group discussions, company visits, exercises

Learning materials

Textile Engineering : An Introduction, edited by Yasir Nawab, Walter de Gruyter GmbH, 2016. ProQuest Ebook Central, https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/tampere/detail.action?docID=4595495.
Lecture slides in Moodle

Student workload

5 credits = 133 hours
contact teaching: 50 hours
independent learning: 83 hours

Enrolment period

02.07.2024 - 31.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 30.04.2025

Credits

1 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Textile and Material Engineering

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Emmanuel Abruquah
Person in charge

Timo Parkkinen

Groups
  • 24TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

During this course, you will learn study practices and become part of the study community.

After completing of the course, the student
• feels a sense of belonging to the university, degree program, and student community.
• receives guidance for their studies and can plan their coursework effectively.
• familiarizes themselves with TAMK's practices and services.
• recognizes TAMK's services that support learning and well-being.
• understands the services supporting learning and well-being provided by key stakeholders.

Content (course unit)

• Engagement in Higher Education Studies
• Orientation to Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK) and Degree Program
• Curriculum of the Degree Program and Creating a Individual Study Plan (ISP)
• Course Offerings and Cross-Enrollment
• Internship as Part of a University of Applied Sciences Degree
• Services Offered by Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK)
• Monitoring the Progress of Studies
• Orientation to the Next Study Year

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The course is approved when the student proves that they
- are able to plan their studies at TAMK and are familiar with the curriculum of their degree programme.
- know what kind of support is available for their studies.
- understand the importance of the group as part of the learning environment.

A course is failed if the student does not have evidence of achieving the objectives of the course.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

25.11.2024 - 03.01.2025

Timing

01.01.2025 - 31.07.2025

Credits

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Textile and Material Engineering

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 30

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering and Green Transition
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Seija Haapamäki
  • Hilda Szabo
Person in charge

Pauliina Mansikkamäki

Groups
  • 24ENVEGT
  • 24TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

After completing this course, the student
• knows the different groups of hydrocarbons, compounds with functional groups, large molecular compounds of biological importance – their properties, naming and roles
• is familiar with the basic structure of polymers
• understands the theory behind analytical methods such as titration and spectrophotometry
• can measure essential water quality indicators and is able to characterize natural water systems based on the results of measurements.

Content (course unit)

Hydrocarbons; organic compounds with functional groups; organic pollutants; chemical equipment; basic qualitative and quantitative methods with use in analysis of environmental samples.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Has a basic understanding of various groups of hydrocarbons, compounds with functional groups, and large molecular compounds of biological importance, including their properties and naming. Familiar with the basic structure of polymers at a fundamental level. Understands the basic theory behind analytical methods such as titration and spectrophotometry. Can measure essential water quality indicators and characterize natural water systems based on the measurement results.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Demonstrates a solid knowledge of different groups of hydrocarbons, compounds with functional groups, and large molecular compounds, including their roles and detailed naming conventions. Has a good understanding of the structure of polymers. Understands and explains the theory behind analytical methods such as titration and spectrophotometry. Can measure essential water quality indicators and accurately characterizes natural water systems based on the measurement results.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Exhibits comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of hydrocarbons, compounds with functional groups, and large molecular compounds of biological importance, including their complex properties, detailed naming, and significant roles. Has an advanced understanding of polymer structures. Understands and explains comprehensively the theory behind analytical methods like titration and spectrophotometry. Proficiently measures essential water quality indicators and accurately characterizes natural water systems, providing insightful analysis based on the results of measurements.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

02.07.2024 - 09.09.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 25.10.2024

Credits

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Textile and Material Engineering

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Johannes Jermakka
Person in charge

Marja Rissanen

Groups
  • 23TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

The student can
• work safely in the laboratory
• follow work instructions
• use organic chemical equipment
- work according to methods of organic chemistry
- synthesize and analyze the organic substances
- make conclusions and report the results of their work

Content (course unit)

laboratory work in the organic chemistry laboratory: equipments and safety

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Knowledge: The student masters the concepts of organic chemistry and occupational safety. The student is able to do organic work as well as product and quality assurance. The student does not show sufficient competence in the exam.
Action: The student returns the assignments incomplete and late. With guidance, he gets to complete tasks. Performs assigned / supervised tasks.
Being: The student does not follow the agreed schedules. The student takes responsibility for his or her own performance and is able to give and receive feedback.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Knowledge: The student is able to transfer theory to his / her practical work. The student is able to do organic work as well as product and quality assurance. The results of the exams show an understanding of organic chemistry.
Completion: Student assignments and reports: returns and their content vary, but guidance achieves a good level. The student is able to choose the most appropriate procedure from different options and justify his / her choice
Being: The student is able to follow agreed schedules. The student takes responsibility for occupational safety and the performance of laboratory work

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Knowledge: The student is actively involved in the lessons, asks / participates in discussions. The answers to the assignments are well structured and thoroughly addressed. In the exams, the student demonstrates an understanding and application of organic chemistry.

Completion: The student strives to understand the importance of the factors influencing work and is able to reflect on and develop his / her work and return written assignments / reports on time. The student is able to search for different ways of working and solutions, justify their choices and try new ways of working.

Being: The student is able to follow agreed schedules. Working in the laboratory is going well and the student is able to help other students as well. The student is able to co-operate responsibly, flexibly and constructively and develop both his / her own and the group's interaction. Students systematically use feedback as a tool for their own and their community’s professional growth.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

03.06.2024 - 31.05.2027

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.05.2027

Credits

10 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Built Environment and Bioeconomy

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Person in charge

Marja Rissanen

Groups
  • 23TEMA
  • 22TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

After completing the third part of the practical training, you have achieved practical work life skills and you are able to work as a part of a work community in your field. You have learned new things compared to the previous training.

Content (course unit)

During the practical training, you will work in your training place and keep a learning diary. In addition, you will prepare a report on your practical training experiences. The report should include a description on all the practical training places you have had during your studies.

Prerequisites (course unit)

Practical training 1 and 2 must be completed.

Further information (course unit)

Finding a practical training placement is on your own responsibility. In addition, you must enrol for the practical training implementation, before your practical training begins. You must take care also that you have filled your practical training contract before the training begins. The practical training can be completed also in shorter parts.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

02.12.2024 - 03.01.2025

Timing

07.01.2025 - 30.04.2025

Credits

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Textile and Material Engineering

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 30

Degree programmes
  • Cross-study in the Tampere Universities Community
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Tekstiili- ja materiaalitekniikka Virtuaalihenkilö
  • Marja Rissanen
  • Minna Varheenmaa
Person in charge

Marja Rissanen

Groups
  • 23TEMA
  • 22TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

The student understands the basics of clothing and textile products manufacturing process and the planning process requirements.
The student can explain the textile product manufacturing process and required versatile technologies. The student is aware of issues affecting product quality and product pricing in the value chain.
The student knows how production is planned and controlled, understands the process from product design to manufacturing.

Content (course unit)

Textile product and garment manufacturing process and engineering techniques.
Manufacturing and assembly design
Modeling and product development process, CAD design softwares
Machines,auxiliary machinery for cutting, sewing, assembling and finishing
Seam structures for different materials and products
Production process and quality control, production planning and ERP, pricing of products

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Knowing: The student can define the basics of product and garment manufacturing process and knows the most essentials technologies and processes related to the topic.

Acting: The student is able to analyze simple tasks related phenomena like discussed examples. The student manages the assigned tasks under supervision/assisted.

Being: The student can give and receive feedback, can work in a group, takes responsibility for his/her own work.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Knowing: The student has versatile ability to understand and analyze the product and garment manufacturing processes and has deep understanding of these issues.

Acting: The student can search for diverse solution alternatives, justify his/her choices and try new courses of action, assesses diverse solution alternatives, combines solution alternatives creatively or creates new ones.

Being: The student can cooperate responsibly, flexibly and constructively, develops his/her own and the group's interaction, works responsibly and in a committed manner considering the community and field requirements and needs.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Knowing: The student has a comprehensive knowledge about the course topic and shows understanding at more advanced level.

Acting: The student can search for diverse solution alternatives, justify his/her choices and try new courses of action, assesses diverse solution alternatives, combines solution alternatives creatively or creates new ones.

Being: The student can give and receive feedback actively and constructively, can cooperate responsibly and is ready to develop his/her interaction skills. Recognizes and follows the important courses of action in the field. Takes responsibility and commits to the group activities in addition to his/her own work.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

25.11.2024 - 03.01.2025

Timing

01.01.2025 - 31.07.2025

Credits

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Textile and Material Engineering

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 30

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Environmental Engineering Virtuaalihenkilö
Person in charge

Marja Rissanen

Groups
  • 22TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

After completing this course, student understands the importance of quality a thinking and system prevailing principles in textile industry and services. Student will also be able to use quality tools and systems in common business life. The student understand the textile quality and product safety requirements, legislation and regulations for textile materials.

Content (course unit)

- Quality resources and planning in textile industry and sourcing
- Quality resources and planning in textile industry and sourcing
- Quality management systems, quality improvement tools and techniques,
process management and control, ISO 9001.
- Environmental management systems (EMAS, ISO 14001); environmental management tools; environmental impact assessment
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
- LCA in textile industry
- Product and chemical safety requirements for textiles and materials
- Regulations and legislations, regulatory control
- Standard requirements for garments and textile products

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Knowing: The Student competence is sufficient for passing the course but remains narrow. The Student shows throughout the course and at the exam that he/she is familiar with the basic concepts and phenomena related to the themes discussed during the course.
Acting: The given tasks are reported and presented within the deadline but background information is minimal, presentation is incomplete, discussion and conclusions are inadequate showing that only narrow competence is achieved.
Being: The student takes his/her responsibity for studying and is capable of working in a group. The student can give and take feedback.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Knowing: The students competence is structured and student can apply the theoretical knowledge in known situations. The student knows and understands the basic concepts and phenomens related to the themes discussed during the course.

Acting: The student is motivated towards the subjects discussed. The given tasks are reported and presented properly and within the deadline. The student shows deep understanding of the concepts and ability to apply them.

Being: The student can give and receive feedback actively and constructively, can cooperate responsibly and is ready to develop his/her interaction skills. The student recognizes and follows the important courses of action in the field. The student takes responsibility and commits to the group activities in addition to his/her own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Knowing: The students competence is very comprehensive and student can apply the theoretical knowledge in changing situations.

Acting: The student is motivated towards the subjects discussed, shows creativity and has a positive attitude towards developing itself. The student can apply his/her knowledge in this field. The student can search for diverse solution alternatives, justify his/her choices. The student is able to solve challenging and applied tasks.

Being: The student can cooperate responsibly, flexibly and constructively The student develops his/her own and the group's interaction. The student can give and receive feedback actively and constructively. The student can cooperate responsibly and is ready to develop his/her interaction skills.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

01.06.2024 - 01.09.2024

Timing

02.09.2024 - 13.12.2024

Credits

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

TAMK Mathematics and Physics

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Jukka Suominen
Person in charge

Miika Huikkola

Groups
  • 23IENVE
  • 23TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

After completing this course, the student
-can compute and understands basic statistical measures
-is able to use basic statistical methods
-is able to conduct hypothesis testing
-knows the basic principles of machine learning
-knows the concepts of regression, clustering and classification
-knows the concepts of supervised and unsupervised learning
-is able to utilize statistical methods in technical problem solving

Content (course unit)

Statistical charts and numbers, probability, regression and correlation, hypothesis testing.
Basic concepts of machine learning

Prerequisites (course unit)

Student needs to have basic skills in using Microsoft Excel or some other similar kind of software.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Student understands and is able to name and define the basic concepts of statistics and machine learning.
Student manages the assigned tasks under supervision and knows different ways to conduct the statistical analyses, but cannot justify his/her choices. Student's way to use the statistical analyses is based on routine and pre-learned performance.
Student can give and receive feedback, and is able to consider and assess things from his/her viewpoint. Student takes responsibility for his/her own work.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student is able to structure relations between the basic concepts and is able to apply, explain and compare different statistical and machine learning methods.
Student can select the most appropriate course of action from diverse options and justify his/her choice. Student is able to apply the advanced concepts when solving technical problems.
Student can give and receive feedback actively and constructively, and considers and assesses things both from his/her and the close community's viewpoint. Student

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student is able to understand extensive entities and relation between them. Student is able to generalize, analyse and related the advanced problems to the professional context.
Student can search for diverse courses of action and solution alternatives, justify his/her choices and try new courses of action. Student assesses diverse solution alternatives creatively. Student has skills to present and justify the chosen methods when solving problems in a logical way.
Student uses feedback systematically as a professional growth tool in his/her own work and the community. Student can cooperate responsibly, flexibly and constructively and works in a committed manner.

Location and time

Dates and times are shown in TuniMoodle and in Intranet.

Exam schedules

Three exams:

The first exam, part 1, will be held on Monday, 7th of October at 10.15-12.00 in D1-04 and

The second exam, part 2, will be held on Wednesday, 20th of November 2024 at 09.15-12.00 in D1-04 (auditorium).

The third exam part 3, will be held on Wednesday, 11th of December 2024 at 08.15 - 11.00 in the classroom B2-25.

Two re-sit exams, the first one will be held on Friday, 17th of January 2025 at 13.15-16.00 in the classroom B4-18 & B4-27, and the second on Friday, 7th of February at 13.15-16.00 in the classroom B4-18 and B4-27.

Assessment methods and criteria

The final grade is based on the exam and the homework. A homework package is given weekly (appr. 8+5 packages). One point is given for every submitted homework package in Moodle. Homework packages are not accepted by email. The maximum points for the first and second test (Statistics) is 21 + 21 = 42 points and the third test (Machine Learning) 28 points. The homework and the test together give the maximum of 83 points. The grade is based on the following table

21 points -> grade 1
33,5 points -> grade 2
46 points -> grade 3
58,5 points -> grade 4
71 points -> grade 5

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Contact studies, individual work, homework, videos

Learning materials

All material, theory and exercises, can be found in TuniMoodle. If necessary, a student can use math books he/she has used before and the Internet to search more information about the topics. Some solutions for the exercises will be published in TuniMoodle after every deadline.

Content scheduling

Topics and dates are shown in TuniMoodle.

Completion alternatives

-

Practical training and working life cooperation

-

International connections

-

Further information

It is recommended that a student has a calculator, a computer and a formula book.

Enrolment period

02.07.2024 - 31.08.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Credits

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

TAMK Languages and Communication

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
  • English
Seats

30 - 30

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering and Green Transition
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Ella Hakala
Person in charge

Ella Hakala

Groups
  • 24ENVEGT
  • 24TEMA
  • 24KVTBIOT
    Bioproduct engineering spring 2024, double degree

Objectives (course unit)

In this course you will study basics of Finnish language. Estimated level is A1.3.

Objectives
After completing the course, the students will be able to:
• pronounce Finnish quite correctly
• understand and use short and simply structured expressions that concern basic situations related to everyday life
• learn to build up their vocabulary
• learn to use the basic grammatical structures of Finnish
• know, use and understand simple spoken and written expressions connected to everyday life.

Content (course unit)

Study book Suomen mestari 1, chapters 1–4, 8:
• alphabet and numbers
• introducing oneself
• telling about one’s family and background
• simple description of things and people
• telling about the weather
• shopping and food
• grammatical structures: basic sentences and questions, verb conjugation (positive and negative verbs), partitive, genitive, KPT-change, I have -structure

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments acceptably. They can exchange greetings/farewells, introduce oneself and name a few objects. It is hard for them to attend a simple conversation or create a short text. Their pronunciation causes difficulties to understand meanings of produced speech.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments. Students have an active attitude towards studying Finnish language showing that by completing tasks according to the schedule. They are able to cope in the most common simple everyday situations. Students can use typical grammatical structures e.g. basic verb conjugation, possessive structure and partitive in simple sentences. They can write brief texts and pronounce Finnish quite clearly.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments acceptably. They have a positive and active attitude towards learning language. They can pronounce Finnish distinctively and are able to use suitable and varied expressions in everyday situations using grammar almost correctly. Students can participate in a conversation asking and responding to questions about topics studied in the course. They can write simple texts and recombine words and phrases into new sentences.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

02.07.2024 - 31.07.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Credits

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

TAMK Languages and Communication

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering and Green Transition
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Maiju Hirvonen
Person in charge

Ella Hakala

Groups
  • 24ENVEGT
  • 24TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

In this course you will study basics of Finnish language. Estimated level is A1.3.

Objectives
After completing the course, the students will be able to:
• pronounce Finnish quite correctly
• understand and use short and simply structured expressions that concern basic situations related to everyday life
• learn to build up their vocabulary
• learn to use the basic grammatical structures of Finnish
• know, use and understand simple spoken and written expressions connected to everyday life.

Content (course unit)

Study book Suomen mestari 1, chapters 1–4, 8:
• alphabet and numbers
• introducing oneself
• telling about one’s family and background
• simple description of things and people
• telling about the weather
• shopping and food
• grammatical structures: basic sentences and questions, verb conjugation (positive and negative verbs), partitive, genitive, KPT-change, I have -structure

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments acceptably. They can exchange greetings/farewells, introduce oneself and name a few objects. It is hard for them to attend a simple conversation or create a short text. Their pronunciation causes difficulties to understand meanings of produced speech.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments. Students have an active attitude towards studying Finnish language showing that by completing tasks according to the schedule. They are able to cope in the most common simple everyday situations. Students can use typical grammatical structures e.g. basic verb conjugation, possessive structure and partitive in simple sentences. They can write brief texts and pronounce Finnish quite clearly.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments acceptably. They have a positive and active attitude towards learning language. They can pronounce Finnish distinctively and are able to use suitable and varied expressions in everyday situations using grammar almost correctly. Students can participate in a conversation asking and responding to questions about topics studied in the course. They can write simple texts and recombine words and phrases into new sentences.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

25.11.2024 - 03.01.2025

Timing

01.01.2025 - 31.07.2025

Credits

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

TAMK Languages and Communication

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Bilingual Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Maiju Hirvonen
Person in charge

Ella Hakala

Groups
  • 24ENVEGT
  • 24TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

In this course you continue studying the basics of Finnish language. Estimated level is A2.1.

Objectives
After completing the course, the students will be able to:
• pronounce Finnish quite well
• understand and use phrases and the highest frequency vocabulary related to areas of most immediate personal relevance
• catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements
• read very short, simple texts
• find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as
advertisements, prospectuses, menus and timetables and understand short simple
personal letters
• participate in a conversation asking and responding to questions about topics studied in the course
• use their Finnish out of a classroom
• write short, simple texts related to everyday topics.

Content (course unit)

Study book Suomen mestari 1, chapters 5 - 7 and 9
• telling about everyday activities and life
• basic time expressions
• home and city environment
• basic things about work life
• grammatical structures (verb types, local cases, noun types, object)

Prerequisites (course unit)

Finnish 1 (5 cr) or equivalent knowledge.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments acceptably. They can tell about few of the achieved course contents, but their expression stays limited: both spoken and written language is partly hard to understand. It is difficult for them to take part to a simple discussion. Also their incomplete pronunciation may cause difficulties to understand their speech.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments acceptably. Students have an active attitude towards studying Finnish language showing that by completing course tasks according to the schedule. They are able to cope in everyday conversations related to topics studied in the course. Students can write short texts about their home, travelling or work. They can pronounce Finnish clearly enough. Students are able to use typical grammatic structures e.g. local cases and past tenses in simple sentences.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments acceptably. Students have a positive and active attitude towards learning language. They can pronounce Finnish distinctively. They manage quite well in everyday conversations related to topics studied in the course. They can write simple texts quite correctly and recombine words and phrases into new sentences so that used typical grammatic structures are almost correct. They understand the importance of good Finnish language skills to get a job in Finland.

Location and time

2 x 90 min classes/week.

Exam schedules

Mid-term exam week 8. Final exam week 16. Retake in May.

Assessment methods and criteria

Participation in the course meetings.
Review of the course assignments.

Course grade 1-5 consists of three parts:

Classroom activity.
Mid term test in the end of February.
Final test in the end of the course.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Classroom meetings and course assignments: communicative methods, collaborative learning, functional language usage, discussion exercises, written tasks.

Speaking, listening comprehension, writing, and reading.

Preparation for the April 2024 scholarship exam. (April 22nd-28th)

Learning materials

Study book Suomen mestari 1 uudistettu, chapters 5 - 9 + teacher´s materials on Moodle.

Student workload

You should prepare for the following schedule in each course week:
- 2 x 2 classes weekly (1 class = 45 min).
- 3-6 hours of independent work (homework, course assignments, independent practice). The amount of independent work varies each week.

Content scheduling

Two periods.

Completion alternatives

No.

Further information

Guidelines for using AI in this implementation
If a student uses AI tools in an allowed manner to assist with their learning tasks, they must cite the AI tools used and provide the prompts they used alongside their task responses. If a student presents AI-generated results as their own without citations, sources, and/or prompts, the teacher may reject the work or require it to be redone. The teacher has the right to ask the student if they have used AI in their learning task.

Enrolment period

23.05.2024 - 02.09.2024

Timing

19.09.2024 - 12.12.2024

Credits

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Software Engineering
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Media and Arts
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Entrepreneurship and Team Leadership
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Terhi Tapaninen
Person in charge

Terhi Tapaninen

Groups
  • 23IENVE
  • 23TEMA
  • 23I260EB
  • 23IB
    International Business, syksy 2023, kaikki
  • 22IB
  • 23ENTRE
  • 23MEDIAART
    Degree Programme in Media and Arts
  • 23I260EA
    Degree Programme in Software Engineering

Objectives (course unit)

In this course, you will improve your Finnish language skills. Estimated level is A2.1 +.

After completing the course, the students will be able to:
• pronounce Finnish quite well
• be more confident in using Finnish in their daily encounters out of a classroom
• understand phrases and typical vocabulary related to areas of personal relevance (e.g. travelling, health, free time)
• catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages, announcements and conversations.
• use a wider variety of everyday vocabulary and phrases more spontaneously and confidently
• read and understand short everyday text types
• find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements, prospectuses, menus and timetables and understand short simple personal messages and emails
• communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters
• describe aspects of their background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need.
• use a series of phrases and sentences to describe in simple terms their family and other people, living conditions, educational background and their present or most recent job
• write short, simple texts related to everyday topics

Content (course unit)

• travelling, planning a trip
• visiting the doctor
• nature
• telling about the past
• object
• third infinitive

Prerequisites (course unit)

Finnish as a Foreign Language 1 (5 cr) and 2 (5cr) or equivalent knowledge.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments acceptably and attended contact lessons at least 80 %. They can tell about few of the achieved course contents, but their expression stays limited: both spoken and written language is partly hard to understand. It is difficult for them to take part to a simple discussion. Also their incomplete pronunciation may cause difficulties to understand their speech.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments acceptably and attended contact lessons at least 80 %. Students have an active attitude towards studying Finnish language showing that by completing course tasks according to the schedule. They are able to cope in everyday conversations related to topics studied in the course. Students can write short texts about their home, travelling or work. They can pronounce Finnish clearly enough. Students are able to use typical grammatic structures e.g. local cases and past tenses in simple sentences.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments acceptably and attended contact lessons at least 80 %. Students have a positive and active attitude towards learning language. They can pronounce Finnish distinctively. They manage quite well in everyday conversations related to topics studied in the course. They can write simple texts quite correctly and recombine words and phrases into new sentences so that used typical grammatic structures are almost correct. They understand the importance of good Finnish language skills to get a job in Finland.

Location and time

On the course we have meetings two times a week.
Contact classes are on Thursdays 14-15.30
Online class once a week, time will be informed later (online lessons will be recorded, the students can watch the recordings whenever it suits them best)

Exam schedules

Test dates will be agreed on the course.

Assessment methods and criteria

Participation in the course meetings.
Review of the course assignments.
Review of the exams.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Classroom and online meetings
Course assignments.
Exams

We practise speaking, listening comprehension, writing, and reading. We will focus on active language use and comprehension.

Learning materials

Course book Suomen mestari 2, chapters 1-4
Teacher's materials in Moodle

Student workload

You should prepare for the following schedule:
- Course meetings two times / week
- 3-6 hours of independent work (homework, course assignments, reviews) in each course week.
- The amount of independent work varies each week.

Content scheduling

We continue practising basic vocabulary, phrases and grammar. Topics include e.g.
- work related vocabulary
- everyday discussions
- telling about past events
- discussing health and telling how you feel
- nature and surroundings
- hobbies and free time
- past tense, object, making a noun out of a verb

International connections

The course is aimed for international students.

Further information

The online meetings consist of grammar and listening comprehension. They are recorded and link to them can be found on Moodle so that you can listen the classes even if you have conflicting classes on Tuesdays.

All the international students have Thursday afternoons 14-16 reserved for Finnish studies.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments acceptably and attended contact lessons regularly. They can tell about few of the achieved course contents, but their expression stays limited: both spoken and written language is partly hard to understand. It is difficult for them to take part to a simple discussion. Also their incomplete pronunciation may cause difficulties to understand their speech.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments acceptably and attended contact lessons regularly. Students have an active attitude towards studying Finnish language showing that by completing course tasks according to the schedule. They are able to cope in everyday conversations related to topics studied in the course. Students can write short texts about their home, travelling or work. They can pronounce Finnish clearly enough. Students are able to use typical grammatic structures e.g. local cases and past tenses in simple sentences.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments acceptably and attended contact lessons regularly. Students have a positive and active attitude towards learning language. They can pronounce Finnish distinctively. They manage quite well in everyday conversations related to topics studied in the course. They can write simple texts quite correctly and recombine words and phrases into new sentences so that used typical grammatic structures are almost correct. They understand the importance of good Finnish language skills to get a job in Finland.

Enrolment period

23.05.2024 - 05.09.2024

Timing

12.09.2024 - 12.12.2024

Credits

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

TAMK Languages and Communication

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 30

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Software Engineering
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Media and Arts
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Entrepreneurship and Team Leadership
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Maiju Paldán
  • Mervi Kastari
Person in charge

Maiju Paldán

Groups
  • 23IENVE
  • 23TEMA
  • 23I260EB
  • 23IB
    International Business, syksy 2023, kaikki
  • 22IB
  • 23MEDIAART
    Degree Programme in Media and Arts
  • 23ENTRE
  • 23I260EA
    Degree Programme in Software Engineering

Objectives (course unit)

In this course, you will improve your Finnish language skills. Estimated level is A2.1 +.

After completing the course, the students will be able to:
• pronounce Finnish quite well
• be more confident in using Finnish in their daily encounters out of a classroom
• understand phrases and typical vocabulary related to areas of personal relevance (e.g. travelling, health, free time)
• catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages, announcements and conversations.
• use a wider variety of everyday vocabulary and phrases more spontaneously and confidently
• read and understand short everyday text types
• find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements, prospectuses, menus and timetables and understand short simple personal messages and emails
• communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters
• describe aspects of their background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need.
• use a series of phrases and sentences to describe in simple terms their family and other people, living conditions, educational background and their present or most recent job
• write short, simple texts related to everyday topics

Content (course unit)

• travelling, planning a trip
• visiting the doctor
• nature
• telling about the past
• object
• third infinitive

Prerequisites (course unit)

Finnish as a Foreign Language 1 (5 cr) and 2 (5cr) or equivalent knowledge.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments acceptably and attended contact lessons at least 80 %. They can tell about few of the achieved course contents, but their expression stays limited: both spoken and written language is partly hard to understand. It is difficult for them to take part to a simple discussion. Also their incomplete pronunciation may cause difficulties to understand their speech.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments acceptably and attended contact lessons at least 80 %. Students have an active attitude towards studying Finnish language showing that by completing course tasks according to the schedule. They are able to cope in everyday conversations related to topics studied in the course. Students can write short texts about their home, travelling or work. They can pronounce Finnish clearly enough. Students are able to use typical grammatic structures e.g. local cases and past tenses in simple sentences.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students have been able to complete all the assignments acceptably and attended contact lessons at least 80 %. Students have a positive and active attitude towards learning language. They can pronounce Finnish distinctively. They manage quite well in everyday conversations related to topics studied in the course. They can write simple texts quite correctly and recombine words and phrases into new sentences so that used typical grammatic structures are almost correct. They understand the importance of good Finnish language skills to get a job in Finland.

Location and time

We will have two meetings in a week: one contact class and one online class.

The contact class will be on Thursdays 2.15-3.45.
The class will take place in Kamppi campus, typically on the floor B6.
Please, check out the specific classroom in your calendar.

We will have the online classes on Zoom, and decide the day and time for it in the beginning of the course. You will find the link in Moodle once the course starts.

If you can not attend the online class, you can watch a video recording on your own time.

Exam schedules

Based on the tentative plan, the mid exam would take place in late October and the final exam in the beginning of December.

However, we will see the specific exam dates later.

Assessment methods and criteria

Your grade will be determined by your success in the mid and final exams. You will get further information on this in the beginning of the course.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

In Finnish 3, your goal is to extend your knowledge in basic Finnish and learn to describe where and when something happens. To support this goal, you will have regular classroom meetings with the teacher. In addition to this, you are expected to do independent work outside the classroom.

To show your progress in the course, you need to take part in two course exams (mid exam and final exam).

Learning materials

You will need a physical or digital copy of Suomen mestari 2 (2022, the one with a yellowish background). We will study the chapters 1-4.

You can find a copy of Suomen mestari 2, for example, in an online store, local library in Tampere, or online marketplace (e.g., Tori.fi).

Student workload

You will have 2 x 1,5 h course meetings every week. In addition to this, you are expected to do independent study work 2-5 hours a week. The independent work can include, for example, home work, course assignments, discussions with local people, and use of language learning apps.

Notice that it can be difficult – if not impossible – to pass the course without any independent work. Course meetings are more like an introduction to the study topics while you will extend your knowledge with independent work.

Content scheduling

We continue practising basic vocabulary, phrases and grammar. Topics include e.g.,
- everyday discussions
- telling about past events
- discussing health and telling how you feel
- nature and surroundings
- hobbies and free time
- past tense, object, making a noun out of a verb

Completion alternatives

Not available.

Practical training and working life cooperation

Not available.

International connections

The course is aimed for international students.

Further information

If you are uncertain whether this is the right course for you, please, contact our Finnish language counsellor Ella Hakala (ella.hakala@tuni.fi).

Enrolment period

02.07.2024 - 30.08.2024

Timing

02.09.2024 - 11.10.2024

Credits

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Textile and Material Engineering

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Anna-Mari Kuukkula
  • Tekstiili- ja materiaalitekniikka Virtuaalihenkilö
  • Marja Rissanen
  • Mika Martikainen
Person in charge

Marja Rissanen

Groups
  • 23TEMA
  • 22TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

The student
-understands the principles of product and service development starting from the requirements, properties and care of the product.
- understands the product and service design process phases.
- understands the importance of the multidisciplinary knowledge.
- can identify the critical phases of product and service design projects
- understands the sustainable design process and strategy and the service design thinking

Content (course unit)

- The steps of product and service development.
- Sustainable product and systems design process and strategy
- R&D portfolio, from an idea to product in garment or textile industry
- Innovations in the future
- IPR, patents, copyrights
- Product and service pricing and calculations
- quality assurance

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Knowing: The student understands the basics of product and service development processes and can describe the process in an general level.
Acting: The student manages the assigned tasks under supervision/assistance.
Being: The student takes his/her responsibity for studying and is capable of working in a group. The student can give and take feedback.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Knowing: The student knows well the basics of this course. The student can independently explain the process and show understanding in more advanced level.

Acting: The student applies substance matter learnt in previous studies, makes a plan/plans before carrying out tasks, limits tasks/problems to have an appropriate scope, solves problems.

Being: The student can give and receive feedback actively and constructively, can cooperate responsibly and is ready to develop his/her interaction skills. Recognizes and follows the important courses of action in the field. Takes responsibility and commits to the group activities in addition to his/her own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Knowing: The student has an comprehensive understanding of the course topic and he/she has extensive knowledge to adapt the process.

Acting: The student can search for diverse solution alternatives, justify his/her choices, assesses new solution alternatives, combines solution alternatives creatively or creates new ones.

Being: The student can cooperate responsibly, flexibly and constructively, develops his/her own and the group's interaction, works responsibly and in a committed manner considering the community and field requirements and needs.

Location and time

1st period, Kauppi campus

Exam schedules

Given in Moodle platform.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Lectures, workshops, group discussions, etc.

Learning materials

Fiksel, J. (2009) Design for Environment: A Guide to Sustainable Product Development. 2nd ed. New York: McGraw-Hill.
Heinonen, E. et al. (2022) Guide for Developing Product as a Service Business. Reports from Turku University of Applied Sciences 291.
Iannuzzi, A. (2017) Greener products : the making and marketing of sustainable brands. Second edition. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press.
Vezzoli, C., Conti, G., Macrì, L. & Motta, M. (2022) Designing Sustainable Clothing Systems - The design for environmentally sustainable textile clothes and its Product-Service Systems. FrancoAngeli s.r.l., Milano, Italy.

Student workload

3 credits = 80 hours
Contact teaching: 30 hours
Independent study: 50 hours

Enrolment period

07.06.2024 - 08.09.2024

Timing

02.09.2024 - 31.12.2024

Credits

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

TAMK Languages and Communication

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Vehicle Engineering, students who began in 2014-2018
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering
  • Open University of Applied Sciences
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Johanna Granlund
Person in charge

Johanna Granlund

Groups
  • 22AI112P

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

02.07.2024 - 08.09.2024

Timing

02.09.2024 - 31.12.2024

Credits

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

TAMK Languages and Communication

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Vehicle Engineering, students who began in 2014-2018
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering
  • Open University of Applied Sciences
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Johanna Granlund
Person in charge

Johanna Granlund

Groups
  • 21I131
  • 21I132
  • 21I228A

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

02.12.2024 - 12.01.2025

Timing

01.01.2025 - 31.07.2025

Credits

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Environmental Engineering

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering and Green Transition
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Eija Lähteenmäki
Person in charge

Eija Lähteenmäki

Groups
  • 24ENVEGT
  • 24TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Evaluation criteria is available in Finnish only.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Evaluation criteria is available in Finnish only.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Evaluation criteria is available in Finnish only.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

18.11.2024 - 05.01.2025

Timing

13.01.2025 - 30.04.2025

Credits

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

TAMK Languages and Communication

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Vehicle Engineering
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering
  • Open University of Applied Sciences
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Annina Korpela
Person in charge

Annina Korpela

Groups
  • 22I111

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

18.11.2024 - 05.01.2025

Timing

13.01.2025 - 30.04.2025

Credits

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

TAMK Languages and Communication

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Vehicle Engineering
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering
  • Open University of Applied Sciences
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Annina Korpela
Person in charge

Annina Korpela

Groups
  • 22I160

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

18.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

Timing

01.01.2025 - 13.04.2025

Credits

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

TAMK Languages and Communication

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Vehicle Engineering
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering
  • Open University of Applied Sciences
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Lotta Markkula
Person in charge

Lotta Markkula

Groups
  • 22I228K
  • 22I180

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

18.11.2024 - 12.01.2025

Timing

01.01.2025 - 13.04.2025

Credits

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

TAMK Languages and Communication

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Vehicle Engineering
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering
  • Open University of Applied Sciences
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Lotta Markkula
Person in charge

Lotta Markkula

Groups
  • 22I190

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

02.12.2024 - 31.12.2024

Timing

01.01.2025 - 31.07.2025

Credits

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Textile and Material Engineering

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 30

Degree programmes
  • Cross-study in the Tampere Universities Community
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Marja Rissanen
  • Marja-Liisa Timperi
Person in charge

Marja Rissanen

Groups
  • 24TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

This course provides an in-depth understanding of various raw materials used in the textile industry. Students explore natural and synthetic fibres, their properties and impact on sustainability, and environmental choices of textile raw materials.
After completing the course, the student is able to
• classify and identify different textile raw materials
• describe the structure of textile fibres and their physical, chemical and biological properties
• evaluate the environmental impact of textile raw materials
• can choose appropriate textile raw material for different uses and give the reasons for the choice
• understands sustainability aspects and the circular economy concept related to textile raw materials

Content (course unit)

Definitions and classification of textile raw materials; Natural, regenerated and synthetic fibres and their sustainability aspects; Chemical and physical structure of fibre and structure-property relationship; Manufacturing processes of textile fibres; Circular economy and recycling related to textile raw materials

Prerequisites (course unit)

None

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student is able to identify different fibres and other textile raw materials, and their end uses and properties.
The student is able to solve simple problems that are comparable to the tasks covered in the course.
The student takes responsibility for his or her own performance.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student is able to explain fibre structure-property relationship and select fibres for different end uses.
The student is able to apply the knowledge and perform basic and more demanding tasks.
The student takes responsibility for own performance and commits also to the activities of the group.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student has a comprehensive understanding of fibres and their structure-property relationship and end uses.
The student is able to solve challenging and applied tasks. The student is able to look for different solution options and justify the choice.
The student is able to cooperate responsibly, flexibly and constructively.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

02.12.2024 - 16.02.2025

Timing

03.03.2025 - 30.04.2025

Credits

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Textile and Material Engineering

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 30

Degree programmes
  • Cross-study in the Tampere Universities Community
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Tekstiili- ja materiaalitekniikka Virtuaalihenkilö
  • Marja Rissanen
Person in charge

Marja Rissanen

Groups
  • 23TEMA
  • 22TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

After the course the student will have an understanding of circular economy and its meaning in global textile industry. The student is able to explain the circular economy in textile business. The student is aware of the textile recycling methods and processes for different materials and fibers and the available technologies related to them. The student understands the terminology and legislation related to this field and is aware of the opportunities and challenges of this business field.

Content (course unit)

- Circular economy in global textile industry.
- Textile waste streams, quantities and logistics
- Textile recycling and technologies
- Textile identification systems
- Legislation

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Knowing: The student can define basic concepts in circular economy that are introduced during the course.The student understands the textile recycling process and methods in general level.

Acting: The student manages the assigned tasks under supervision and knows diverse courses of action but cannot justify his/her choices.

Being: The student can give and receive feedback. Student considers and assesses things from his/her viewpoint. Student recognises his/her interaction skills and other important courses of action in the field discussed during the course. Student takes responsibility for his/her own work.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Knowing: The student is able to apply, explain and compare information handled during the course. Student structures things in relation to one another.

Acting: The student can select the most appropriate course of action from diverse options and also justify his/her choices. Student shows ability to apply his/her knowledge, make plans, limit problems and finally solve problems.

Being: The student can give and receive feedback actively and constructively. Student considers and assesses things both from his/her and the community's viewpoint. Student can cooperate responsibly and is ready to develop his/her interaction skills. Student recognises and follows the important courses of action in the field. Student takes responsibility and commits to the group activities in addition to his/her own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Knowing: The student has versatile and comprehensive understanding of the topic of this course.
Acting: The student can search for diverse solution alternatives, justify his/her choices, assesses new solution alternatives, combines solution alternatives creatively or creates new ones.
Being: The student can cooperate responsibly, flexibly and constructively, develops his/her own and the group's interaction, works responsibly and in a committed manner considering the community and field requirements and needs.

Assessment scale

0-5

Learning materials

Pandit, P. et al. (2020) Recycling from Waste in Fashion and Textiles: A Sustainable and Circular Economic Approach. 1st edition. Newark: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated.
Charter, M. et al. (2024) Accelerating Sustainability in Fashion, Clothing and Textiles. 1st edition. [Online]. Oxford: Routledge.
Anon (2022) Sustainable Fashion and Textile Recycling. [Online]. Basel: MDPI - Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute.
https://circulartextiles.aalto.fi/

Enrolment period

28.07.2024 - 26.08.2024

Timing

27.08.2024 - 31.07.2025

Credits

60 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 2

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Groups
  • AVOINAMK

Content (course unit)

Studies consist of first year studies of the degree programme.

You will study full time in the degree programme´s student group. Open UAS students are reserved two (2) study places in the group.

The enrollment will start on 1 August at 9 am and end on 2 August at 11.59 pm. If there are still study places left after the enrollment period ends, the period may be continued. Places are filled on a first-come-first-serve basis and registration is done in our online store.

The fee for the open path studies is 300 euros and it is paid when enrolling.

Path studies in English require good oral and written English language skills.

The fee for the first year is the same for all students. If you apply to become a degree student and are not an EU/EEA student, you will have a tuition fee like all the other non-EU/EEA –students.

Degree application and student selection

You can apply for admission to the degree programme based on your Open UAS studies. If you start path studies in the autumn 2024, you will be able to apply to become a degree student in the application on the basis of Open UAS studies in studyinfo.fi in May 2025.
Student selection is made considering your completed amount of credit points and study success. Study success means the GPA of the studies completed during your Open UAS Path Studies. If necessary, students are placed in order by their GPA (highest to lowest).
Required amount of credit points (Bachelor in International Business 50 cr) has to be completed by 31 July 2025.
Student Benefits
Open UAS students do not receive Kela’s financial aid for students or any other student benefits. If you are a customer of TE Services, you should check your study right with them before signing up for Open UAS studies.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

25.11.2024 - 03.01.2025

Timing

01.01.2025 - 31.07.2025

Credits

4 - 5

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Textile and Material Engineering

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Appu Haapio-Karjalainen
  • Emmanuel Abruquah
Person in charge

Pauliina Mansikkamäki

Groups
  • 24ENVEGT
  • 23TEMA
  • 24TEMA
  • 24KVTBIOT
    Bioproduct engineering spring 2024, double degree

Objectives (course unit)

After completing this course, the student
- knows the basics of labour law, human resources and management and related regulations in working life and is able to apply this knowledge to practical situations
- understands his/her role and responsibilites as employees and employers in the future
- knows the legal and political systems and sources in Finland and Europe and knows the principles of public participation

Content (course unit)

Legal systems and sources on different levels (Finland, Europe, international); legal cultures; legal acts and representation; the role of public participation in public administration processes; labour law; employee's and employer's responsibilities; human resources management and related regulations; occupational health and safety legislation and practices.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Student recognizes the significance of regulations and laws of the course theme. Student identifies the juridical status of the individual in working life and as a citizen and can define the related concepts.

Student knows the responsibilities of employers and employees, can implement the knowledge in his/her own work in a routine manner.

Student can consider and assess his/her role in the legal context of working life.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student can explain the significance of regulations and laws of the course theme. Student knows the juridical status of the individual in working life and as a citizen and can explain and compare the related concepts.

Student can apply the knowledge of the course theme in the working life, can make plans and solve problems related to the topic.

Student can sensitively consider and assess the activities and processes in the legal context of working life.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student understands and analyses the significance of regulations and laws of the course theme. Student understands the juridical status of the individual in working life and as a citizen and can extensively and analytically use the concepts of the topic.

Student can apply the knowledge of the course in an analytical way in the working life. Student can find creative solutions to problems related to the topic and assess the outcome in question.

Student can critically assess the activities and processes in the legal context of working life and change his/her actions and thinking accordingly.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

02.07.2024 - 02.09.2024

Timing

01.08.2024 - 31.12.2024

Credits

7 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Textile and Material Engineering

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

10 - 20

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Minna Varheenmaa
Person in charge

Minna Varheenmaa

Groups
  • 23TEMA
  • 22TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

The student knows the basic weaved structures and derivate weaves with their characteristics. The student understands how the structures are formed. The student knows how to design and produce weaved textile structures. The students can explain the manufacturing process from yarn to weaving.

The student knows the weaving machine types and process and knows how to select the suitable machine type. The student is aware of new innovations in weaving technology and of various woven textile structures. The student understands the weaving manufacturing process from yarn to fabric. The student can do calculations needed in weaving production and understand the quality control methods in weaving process

Content (course unit)

- weaved fabrics and structures, properties and applications
- derivate weaves, fortified weaves, the principles of multilayered weaves, new innovations
- weaving technology and process from design to final product, from yarn to fabric
- necessary equipment and methods in weaving mill, process and quality control

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Knowing: The student knows the basics of weaving technology and process. The student can describe the basic weaved structures and fabrics properties. The student can explain the basic process from yarn to weaving.

Acting: The student manages the assigned tasks under supervision/assistance.

Being: The student takes his/her responsibity for studying and is capable of working in a group. The student can give and take feedback.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Knowing: The student knows well the weaving technology and process. The student can independently explain the more advanced weaved structures and the technology needed to produce them. The student can explain the process from yarn to weaving in more advanced level. The student understands the quality requirements of weaved structures according to end use requirements.

Acting: The student applies substance matter learnt in previous studies, makes a plan/plans before carrying out tasks, limits tasks/problems to have an appropriate scope, solves problems.

Being: The student can give and receive feedback actively and constructively, can cooperate responsibly and is ready to develop his/her interaction skills. The student recognizes and follows the important courses of action in the field. The student takes responsibility and commits to the group activities in addition to his/her own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Knowing: The student has a comprehensive understanding of weaving technology and process. The student can apply his/her knowledge in this field. The student can independently explain the more advanced weaved structures and the technology needed to produce them. The student can explain the process from yarn to weaving at more advanced level. The student understands the quality requirements of weaved structures according to end use requirements.

Acting: The student can search for diverse solution alternatives, justify his/her choices, assesses new solution alternatives, combines solution alternatives creatively or creates new ones. The student is able to solve challenging and applied tasks.

Being: The student can cooperate responsibly, flexibly and constructively, develops his/her own and the group's interaction, works responsibly and in a committed manner considering the community and field requirem

Location and time

Period 3 and 4
Kauppi campus

Exam schedules

Will be announced in the moodle.

Assessment methods and criteria

Exam 70%
Reports 30%

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Lectures, discussions, individual and group work, laboratory exercises, company visits and visiting
lectures.

Learning materials

Lecture notes in moodle.
Literature:
Advanced Weaving Technology 1st ed. 2022 Kyosev, Y. Springer.
Practical Approach to 3D Weaving. Sugun, B.S.. Springer Cham.
Handbook of weaving. Adanur, S. CRC Press.

Student workload

7 credits: 189 hours
70 hours contact teaching (lectures, exercises, visits etc.)
119 hours independent learning (reading material, writing reports)

Completion alternatives

Not available.

Practical training and working life cooperation

Company visits and/or visiting lectures.

Enrolment period

02.12.2024 - 31.12.2024

Timing

01.01.2025 - 31.07.2025

Credits

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

TAMK Mathematics and Physics

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

0 - 30

Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Minna Varheenmaa
  • Maria Änkö
  • Noora Erkkilä
Person in charge

Marja Rissanen

Groups
  • 23TEMA
  • 24TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

The aim of the course is to explore the different types of yarns and their production processes.
After completing the course, the student is able to
• define the basic terminology and classify yarn types and structures
• describe spun (short-staple and long-staple) and filament yarn production processes
• describe the properties of different spun and filament yarns
• convert yarn count systems
• evaluate sustainability and circular economy aspects related to yarns and yarn manufacturing
• use the yarn testing equipment and write a technical report

Content (course unit)

Classification of yarns and yarn structures; Fibre property requirements for yarn manufacturing; Processes from fibers to threads using different production and spinning methods; Yarn count systems and the conversion between yarn counts; Quality control and testing of yarns; Recycling of fibres in yarn manufacturing

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student is able to define the most important processes, specifications and classifications related to the topic and understand the importance of yarn quality in textiles at a basic level.
The student is able to solve simple problems that are comparable to the tasks covered in the course.
The student takes responsibility for own performance.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student is able to explain the most important related processes, specifications and classifications related to the topic and understand the importance of yarn quality in textiles more advance level.
The student is able to apply the knowledge and perform basic and more demanding tasks.
The student takes responsibility for own performance and commits also to the activities of the group.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student has a comprehensive understanding of the most important processes and is able to evaluate the use of yarns in various applications.
The student is able to solve challenging and applied tasks. The student is able to look for different solution options and justify the choice.
The student is able to cooperate responsibly, flexibly and constructively.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

02.07.2025 - 31.07.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

Credits

6 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Textile and Material Engineering

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • English
Degree programmes
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Minna Varheenmaa
  • Maria Änkö
Person in charge

Marja Rissanen

Groups
  • 23TEMA
  • 24TEMA

Objectives (course unit)

The student is able to describe the different manufacturing methods, properties and uses of nonwovens.
The student shows an understanding of the quality requirements of the end product and is able to make suitable choices concerning the raw material, manufacturing and finishing methods.

Content (course unit)

Definition of nonwovens
Structure and properties of nonwovens.
Properties and applications of nonwovens produced by different methods
Production processes
Finishing of nonwovens
Standards and quality testing of nonwovens.
Applications and economics of nonwovens.
Nonwovens industry

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Knowing
The student is able to define nonwovens and their most common manufacturing processes and is able to name the applications of nonwovens.
Making
The student is able to solve simple problems that are comparable to the tasks covered in the course.
Being
The student takes responsibility for his or her own performance.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

knowing
The student is able to explain the manufacturing processes of nonwovens and their properties and is able to compare the quality and use of different nonwovens in different applications.
Making
The student is able to apply his / her knowledge and perform basic and more demanding tasks.
Being
The student takes responsibility for his / her performance and commits not only to his / her own activities but also to the activities of the group.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Knowing:
The student has a comprehensive understanding of the most important nonwovens and their manufacturing processes and is able to evaluate and apply their use in different processes and applications.
Making:
The student is able to solve challenging and applied tasks. The student is able to look for different solution options and justify his / her choice
Being:
The student is able to cooperate responsibly, flexibly and constructively.

Assessment scale

0-5

Enrolment period

02.07.2025 - 14.09.2025

Timing

01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025

Credits

3 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

TAMK Languages and Communication

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages
  • Finnish
Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in Vehicle Engineering
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Environmental Engineering
  • Open University of Applied Sciences
  • Bachelor's Degree Programme in Textile and Material Engineering
Teachers
  • Maiju Paldán
Person in charge

Maiju Paldán

Groups
  • 22I131
  • 22I228A
  • 22I132

Objectives (course unit)

This course is for native Finnish speakers only.

After successful completion of the course student understands the importance of communication skills especially in working life and are able to evaluate one’s communicational capability and wants to develop one’s Finnish language and communication skills as a part of own professional development. Student can give and receive feedback and can utilize received feedback. Student understands the meaning of principles of appropriate professional communication e.g. obeying the timetables. Student knows the essential text types belonging to one’s own branch and their norms and can act in objective-oriented way in professional situations communicating as an expert in a structured, understandable and convincing way using appropriate argumentation. Student can gain and use information concerning their own branch in a critical point of view and can write their thesis reports using given guidelines: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style, correctness. Student acts in professional communication situations responsible way obeying given norms and can take into consideration a receiver, a situation and demands of own field.

Content (course unit)

Guidelines of reporting: structure, references, summarizing, visual demonstration, style; Familiarizing with thesises of own field; Bullet; Documents for job search; Instructions; e-mails; Features in language of administration; Exercises of grammatical correctness.

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites

Further information (course unit)

The course is for Native Finnish speakers only. No alternative form of completion. Sufficient skills in Finnish.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

A student can write comprehensible and formal documents and reports having a rough idea of standards. Structures of the texts are unclear and forms, styles and correctness of the language earn much comments. A level of argumentation is low. She/he has been able to complete all course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is structural and demonstrational. It is easy to catch the essential information of texts, which language is quite correct and faithful to the report standard. Student is able to present gained information from sources so that the summarizing separates clearly from her/his own ideas but combining these two parts natural way. Student completes all tasks in timetable, is active and gives strong arguments for her/his opinions. Her/his assignments have functional structures and fit a situation and a receiver.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Student’s written communication is convincing, and she/he is able to present versatile arguments to her/his opinions. The essential information of her/his text has been structured and summarized properly. She/he uses correct language and controlled style obeying the guidelines of reporting perfectly. She/he attends contact lessons active and constructive way.

Assessment scale

0-5