Consumption and Technologies in Household
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Course code
KUT6142.LT
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Course title in Estonian
Tarbimine ja tehnoloogiad kodumajapidamises
Course title in English
Consumption and Technologies in Household
ECTS credits
4.0
Assessment form
Examination
lecturer of 2023/2024 Spring semester
Not opened for teaching. Click the study programme link below to see the nominal division schedule.
lecturer of 2024/2025 Autumn semester
Not opened for teaching. Click the study programme link below to see the nominal division schedule.
Course aims
To give an overview about household cleaning methods, chemicals and appliances. Bring to an understanding importance of ergonomical aspects in organizing different housekeeping methods. To give a know-how and practical skills of cleaning and maintenance textiles and home appliances following environment saving principles.
Brief description of the course
Ergonomics and housekeeping organization. Cleaning methods, chemicals and home appliances. Classification of chemicals and using principles in everyday life. Safety aspects. Different surface materials. Cleaning and taking care of clothes, home textiles, shoes. Fluff and fold of different home textiles. Home appliances – technological principles, using, programs, selection principles. Sustainable behavior and consumption in organizing the household.
Learning outcomes in the course
Upon completing the course the student:
- knows the main components of detergents and their function;
- is able to choose appropriate detergents, instruments and cleaning methods for different surfaces and textiles;
- knows and is able to choose environmentally friendly solutions when organizing a household;
- is able to navigate in the selection of modern home appliances, knows how to use and maintain different home appliances.
Teacher
Tiina Vänt, MA
Additional information
Different independent works during the course.
Written exam
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