TEXT 2420 — 6 UNITS

DESIGN STUDIO – NATURAL FORMS

This course develops students' drawing and painting skills through the observation of nature. Students apply the principles and elements of design by stylizing representational motifs inspired from nature into original print design and patterns.

TSCI

TSCI 1420 — 3 UNITS

HISTORIC TEXTILES

A survey of textiles from pre-Columbian, Coptic, Sassanian, Persian, Egyptian, and Peruvian through 20th century Art Deco. Emphasis is placed on the ability to analyze pattern development, materials, and constructions from historic periods. Students research how political, social, and environmental factors influence textile patterns.

TSCI 1440 — 3 UNITS

TEXTILE SCIENCE

A practical analysis of the basic components of textiles and their relationship to performance. Students examine the characteristics of fibers, yarns, methods of fabric construction, such as weaving and knitting, and survey dyes, prints, and finishes. Emphasis is placed on performance and the determination of fabric suitability in the apparel design industry.

TSCI 1500 — 3 UNITS

TEXTILES & PRODUCT ANALYSIS

Students in this course identify and select fabrics and fabric finishes to fulfill specific customer needs relating to garment structure, design aesthetic, performance, and care across divergent target market groups. Students also master the precise textile terminology essential to effective communication with designers, manufacturers, and marketers. Prerequisite: MRCH 1100

TSCI 1700 — 3 UNITS

TEXTILE TESTING FOR QUALITY ASSURANCE

Students demonstrate basic knowledge of textiles by applying textile science principles to a simulated product in its development stages. By researching and testing basic components of a chosen product, students predict and then prove performance via research, testing, calculation, and analysis of test results to determine end use suitability.

TSCI 1750 — 3 UNITS

TEXTILE SCIENCE FOR INTERIOR DESIGN

This course examines the textile processes—fiber through finishing. Emphasis is placed on fiber, yarn, basic weaves, finishing, and dyeing. Students gain knowledge and experience in selecting appropriate fabrics for specific end uses in interiors. Students test fabrics to determine suitable performance levels related to those end uses.

TSCI 1800 — 3 UNITS

FABRIC IDENTIFICATION

This course demonstrates knowledge of textiles and the application of these skills in the product development process. Emphasis is placed on the compatibility of fabrics to meet performance criteria and market acceptance. Students identify fabrics, weights, and finish. Prerequisite: TSCI 1440

TSCI 2100 — 3 UNITS

TEXTILE APPLICATION & COLOR MANAGEMENT

Students conclude their studies in textile science with a course concentrating on the practical application of textiles. Emphasis is placed on a product development simulation, which includes sourcing, inspection, research, and testing of textiles. Students evaluate suppliers and their role in the marketplace. Quality control and color management are assessed so that the best processes for an individual product may be selected. Dye labs include evaluation of yarn dips, lab-dips, strike-offs, and fabric defects. Knits and the high performance market are also further examined. Prerequisite: TSCI 1800

TSCI 3250 — 3 UNITS

TECHNICAL & PERFORMANCE TEXTILES

Students research and examine the structure, performance and manufacturing of hi-tech fabrics. Product applications, suppliers, trends, industry requirements, and government standards are considered. Prerequisite: MPDV 3300

TSCI 3500 — 3 UNITS

DENIM DEVELOPMENT & FINISHING

This course examines the importance of denim design and production in the fashion industry. Students learn to identify denim fabric construction and finishes (including wet and dry processes), describe denim production from fiber to finished garment, and correlate varieties of denim with appropriate market segments. The course includes an analysis of domestic and international production strategies. Prerequisite: TSCI 3250

TSCI 3600 — 3 UNITS

FABRIC MANAGEMENT

A comprehensive analysis of textile materials in which students deepen their understanding of fiber and fabric choices suitable for specific garment types and end-use applications. Students in this culminating course synthesize all they have learned about contemporary textiles, garment performance and construction, industry-standard technology, and price-point structures appropriate to specific markets. The course also examines legal issues currently impacting the textiles industry.