Course Description
Principles of textile science with emphasis on fiber chemical composition, physical structure, and properties; analyses of yarn and fabric structures and properties; and fundamentals of coloration and finishing.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Understand the generic classification system for textile fibers and its relation to fiber chemical properties
- Recognize and use appropriate textile terminology
- Evaluate the laws and labeling requirements impacting textile product distribution
- Relate the physical structure of fibers to their performance and care
- Predict fabric performance of textile products for specified target market expectations based on knowledge of fiber and yarn structures and characteristics
- Understand the use of finishes and color as they relate to fabric performance
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Weekly activities (11 @ 20 points/each) | 220 points |
| Projects (1 @ 50 pts/1 @ 100 pts) + Textile Kit completion | 250 points |
| Weekly short quizzes (12x20) | 240 points |
| Midterm and Final Exams (2x120) | 240 points |
| TOTAL | 950 points |
Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 93% – 100% | A |
| 90% – 92% | A- |
| 87% – 89% | B+ |
| 83% – 86% | B |
| 80% – 82% | B- |
| 77% – 79% | C+ |
| 73% – 76% | C |
| 70% – 72% | C- |
| 67% – 69% | D+ |
| 63% – 66% | D |
| 60% – 62% | D- |
| Below 60% | F |
*As the semester progresses, opportunities MAY arise for extra credit but are not guaranteed.
**Mid-term/Final Exam dates: See tentative course schedule. The specific time and guidelines of exams will be announced before each exam.
Attendance/Participation:
While this is a virtual asynchronous course and no “live” attendance is required, you are expected to spend the same amount of time on this class that you would if you were in a live course. As such, expect to spend at least 2 ½ to 3 hours each week to complete your coursework to be successful.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
- Kadolph, S.J. (2017, 12th Edition). Textiles. New Jersey: Prentice Hall.
- TEXTILEPEDIA: THE COMPLETE FABRIC GUIDE (ISBN 978-988-77110-9-4, Fashionary International Ltd, Fashionary.org)
- THE TEXTILE KIT by Atex Inc (978-1-60405-269-5 The Textile Kit: Pacetex1 Edition)
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.