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PSP 104
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Title: | Textiles |
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Long Title: | Textiles |
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Course Description: | Teaches the characteristics of textiles which influence their performance in garments. Fiber content, yarn structure, fabric structure, fabric dyes and finishes are discuessed as well as garment and textile care. A reference notebook is completed. |
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Min Credit: | 1.5 |
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Status Notes: | EGOS: Changed course number from FS 474 and hours to 30 |
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| S: for 2 credits |
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Origin Notes: | EGOS |
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STANDARD COMPETENCIES:
I. Identify 5 basic fibers
II. Explain purpose of Z and S twist in yarns
III. Explain the 3 basic weaves; plain, twill and satin.
IV. Determine types of textiles used in clothing and why.
V. Produce reference notebook with various samples
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. Principle Elements of Textiles
A. Fibers
B. Yarns --Z and S twist
C. 3 Basic weaves, plain, twill and satin
II. Kinds of Textiles Used in Clothing
A. Cotton- wool ¿silk
B. Blends
C. Wovens vs. non-wovens
III. Protection
IV. Comfort
V. Finishes
VI. Dyeing vs. Printing
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