Fashion Design and Wearable Technology

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Examines the many categories of wearable technology, as well as closely related fields, such as wearable computing, techno fashion, electronic textiles, intelligent jewelry and smart clothes. Students research, experiment with and design wearable technology projects, from conceptual work to pragmatic solutions and applications. Studies how technology can be used in wearable contexts as a means to complement the functions of the human body and enhance personal expression. Covers product design, fashion design and prototype production. Also offers a theoretical introduction and foundation which is iterated through practical course elements in the form of concept development and prototyping.