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Course: |
IND 117
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Title: | Interior Textiles |
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Long Title: | Interior Textiles |
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Course Description: | Study and research of fabric types, fibers, weaves, finishes, construction and dying & printing methods for residential and commercial fabrics and carpets. Emphasis is on selection of appropriate and code compliant products for environmental, durability and life safety concerns. Evaluation, selection and specification of textile products to create aesthetic and functional designs appropriate for residential and commercial interiors. |
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Min Credit: | 2 |
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Max Credit: | |
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Status Notes: | IDE 117 (PPCC) and IND 115 (ACC) were replaced with this |
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| S: number, to comply with Common Course Numbering efforts |
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Origin Notes: | ACC |
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Status Notes: | Revisions to desr, outine & comp 9/9/09 s@ |
Recognize simple and novelty fibers / yarns
II. Recognize three basic weaves
III. Recognize a jacquard and other complex weaves
IV. Recognize non-woven constructions
V. Learn alternative textile options that meet codes and requirements for durability, being low-maintenance and sustainable
VI. Recognize dye techniques, processes and characteristics
VII. Determine performance characteristics of a textile based on fiber, yarn, density, dye technique & construction and appropriate application for Residential and Commercial design projects.
VIII. Specify textiles appropriately for furniture, window covering, & floors
IX. Generate a textile work order correctly and completely
X Develop research skills for located resources
I. Recognize Fibers
A. Study and understand characteristics and blends of fibers
B. Study and understand characteristics of natural and man-made fibers
C. Research sustainable processes in growing, creating and/or processing fibers
II. Yarns and Weavings
A. Study and recognize construction and characteristics of specific yarns and weaves
B. Recognize unique construction techniques in yarns and weaves
III. Durability and Code Requirements
A. Study and recognize textiles suitable for more durable application requirements
B. Understand code requirements related to textiles in Residential and Commercial design projects
III. Dyes and colorants
A. Study and understand processes in dying
B. Research dying techniques and their impact on the environment
IV. Labeling and Fire
A. Study and recognize labeling language and symbols related to fire safety, color/light fastness, cleaning, durability
V. Application
A. Study and apply appropriate applications for textiles based on furnishings, window coverings, bedding, decorative applications and drapery
VI. Soft Floor Coverings
A. Study and understand construction, characteristics and specifications of soft floor coverings
B.. Apply appropriate soft coverings based on project type
VII. Research
A. Study and apply research methods for locating and ordering textiles and textile samples
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