MAUI COMMUNITY COLLEGE
COURSE OUTLINE
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ALPHA & NUMBER:
FT 40
COURSE TITLE:
Fabric Analysis
NUMBER OF CREDITS:
Three (3)
DATE OF OUTLINE:
March 8, 2004
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:
Analyzes the latest fabrics on the
market. Explores how fiber content,
fabric development, and color
application affect the fabric care.
3.
CONTACT HOURS PER WEEK:
Lecture - Three (3)
4.
PREREQUISITES:
None
COREQUISITES:
None
RECOMMENDED
PREPARATION:
None
APPROVED BY ________________________________
5.
GENERAL COURSE OBJECTIVES:
DATE _______________
To introduce students to a variety of textiles on the market further exploring fiber
content, yarn development, fabric construction and surface applications. In
addition, visual and tactile identification, home laboratory tests and sewing with a
variety of textiles will be explored.
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STUDENT LEARNER OUTCOMES:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
a) Describe the importance of the textile industry in the fashion industry.
b) Describe textile legislation regulating fiber content and care labeling.
c) Become familiar with sources and properties of natural and man-made fibers.
d) Perform simple physical tests in identifying fiber content.
e) Demonstrate an understanding of manufacturing of fibers, yarns and fabrics.
f) Identify the various yarns, weaves, and knit stitches used in fabrics.
g) Demonstrate an understanding of and identify coloring and finishing
techniques used on fabrics.
h) Recommend appropriate seam and/or seam finish for specific textiles.
i) Recommend appropriate care procedures of various fabrics.
RECOMMENDED COURSE CONTENT:
A. Fibers – natural and man-made
fiber burn testing
B. Yarns
C. Fabric Structure – woven, knits and non-wovens
paper weaving
other – lauhala, loom or pin weaving
D. Surface Appearance – dyeing and printing
E. Finishes
F. Fabric care and stain removal
 stain removal testing
G. Specialty fabric stitching techniques
RECOMMENDED COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
Specific course requirements are at the discretion of the instructor. Suggested
requirements might include, but are not limited to:
Fabric swatch reference workbook
Student assignments
Participation in workshops
Research paper
Quizzes/exams
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TEXT/MATERIALS/SUPPLIES:
Text:
Shaffer, Claire; Fabric Sewing Guide, updated edition, Chilton Book Co.
ATEX Inc., The Textile Kit, latest edition.
Text may be supplemented with:
Instructor handouts
Internet resources
Videos
Current event periodicals
Field trip
Guest speaker/demonstrator for workshops
Student Supplies:
fabric shears
tweezers
double stick tape
specialty fabric (assigned)
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12" C-thru ruler
weaving supplies
EVALUATION/GRADING:
Fabric reference workbook
Assignments/workshops (may include the following):
consumer ad research
fabric burn testing
heat setting
paper and lauhala weaving
knittting
fiber/fabric shrinkage
fabric dyeing
screen print
stain removal
stitching samples
MIDTERM research paper
FINAL exam
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:
Suggested methods might include, but are not limited to:
Lecture
Demonstrations
Class discussion
Student presentations
Workshop presentations
FT40
thread clippers
pins
pencils
50%
20%
10%
20%