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Pintakäsittelyt (KOHK004), 3 op
Basic information
| Course name: | Pintakäsittelyt Surface Finishing Techniques |
| Course Winha code: | KOHK004 |
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| Credits: | 3 |
| Type and level of course: | Professional studies |
| Year of study, semester or study period: | 1.year |
| Implementation: | Spring semester |
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| Language of tuition: | Suomi |
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| Final assessment: | Grading scale (0-5) |
Descriptions
Prerequisites
No prerequisites
Course contents (core content level)
The course covers lectures on the history of finishing materials as well as practical assignments which include applying a suitable finish for the objects made during the wood veneering course (or alternatively for some other objects) by using different finishing techniques (shellac finishing, callulose varnishing, waxes).
Course contents (additional)
Core content level learning outcomes (knowledge and understanding)
Students will gain a good knowledge of traditional finishing techniques used in furniture making including glossy and translucent finishes. She/he has a good command of the techniques/materials introduced during the course.
Core content level learning outcomes (skills)
Recommended reading
Francén, R. Transparent ytbehandling på möbler. 1989. Göteborgs universitet; Flexner, B. Understanding wood finishing: how to select and apply the right finish. 1994. Emmaus, Rodale; Barstow, P., Waterhouse, A. French polishing. 1995. Batsford.
Teaching and learning strategies
Coursework includes lectures and assignments.
Teaching methods and student workload
Assessment weighting and grading
Assessment is coursework-based.