2020/21 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

DESN1548 Textile Technology

30 creditsClass Size: 35

Module manager: Dr Lindsey Taylor
Email: l.w.taylor@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable

Year running 2020/21

Module replaces

DESN 1467, DESN 1560 and DESN 1561

This module is not approved as a discovery module

Module summary

This module introduces textile processes and textile technologies associated to the production of: yarns; fabric constructions; fabric surface aesthetics and manipulation through dyeing and finishing techniques. Introduction to CAD/CAM specifications, and industry file formats permits the conversion of design artwork into design information for production. The breadth of topics within the module supported by an introduction to technical terms and operating principles pertinent to the textile product.Validity of textile product through the familiarity with basic methods for measuring properties of textile materials sees the student introduced to quality management and variables relative to sustainability of the textile product.

Objectives

The purpose of this module is to introduce students to the textile design & textile technology interface that is imperative to the production and commerciality of a textile product. This interface enabled by technological advancements and digitalised design specifications for production / manufacture.

To design, is to develop. To develop, is to problem solve. To problem solve the design development must include the specifications for the technology utilised in the fabric construction and material surface dyeing, colouration and finishing. Students will develop an understanding of the relationship between design for textile product and the complete design specification for production.

Learning outcomes
Students who have successfully completed the module will be able to demonstrate the following:
1. knowledge of the common textile processing routes for, and terminology used in converting: fibres into yarn; yarn into fabric; fabric finishes to product;
2. knowledge of salient characteristics of common types of fibres, yarns, textile constructions and colorants used in textile products;
3. a familiarity with simple testing process practices used for the characterisation and assessment of textile properties in a textile product context;
4. a familiarity with digital programmes to transform design concepts/artwork into the complete textile design specification for production;
5. familiarity with basic production principles of textile process technologies and variables in the feasibility of a textile design for production.

Skills outcomes
- Identify fibres, characterise yarns and fabric construction;
- Manage resources and time (including working to deadlines);
- Develop textile design ideas through into textiles and their production specification;
- Practical design communication;
- Create, evaluate, and assess a range of options together with the capacity to apply ideas and knowledge to a range of situations pertaining to textiles and their product applications.

Syllabus

This module will introduce students to design generation and development through to textile product specifications. These final designs and production specifications include a number of textile processes from construction, manipulation, and finishing technologies; indicative content:

- methods for measuring the properties of textile materials appropriate to the textile product application;
- digital approaches for the application of design specifications and applicable textile technology;
- the idea that production choices can have an effect on the sustainability of a product.
- CAD within the design process using industry standard file formats;
- specifications for CAM for the translation of CAD information for production in relation to a number of textile processes and technologies.

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Presentation	1	2.00	2.00
Lecture	4	1.00	4.00
Lecture	22	1.00	22.00
Practical	20	2.00	40.00
Tutorial	6	1.50	9.00
Private study hours			223.00
Total Contact hours			77.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			300.00

Private study

Students will be expected to further develop the design, research, analysis and technical skills that have been introduced during the various teaching and learning methods throughout their independent learning that is an important element of design education.

Indicative breakdown of independent learning
- 128 hours coursework preparation
- 40 hours exam preparation
- 55 hours independent reading and research

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

1. regular attendance and participation in all taught classes (absences will be dealt with through the normal School channels);
2. formative feedback during practical-tutorials will monitor skills and knowledge development and participation in independent learning;
3. formative and summative feedback and assessment of the students presentation during Sem1, Wk11 will support and monitor student progression and independent learning;
4. students will be asked to self-assess their skills, knowledge and progress in line with the learning outcomes and levels of attainment of the module together with verbal presentation of progress to date in association to the module brief.

Methods of assessment

Coursework

Assessment type	Notes	% of formal assessment
Presentation	Design-Technology Proposal (x5 PowerPoint Slides)	0.00
Tutorial Performance	Group Tutorial: Course Work Development and Progress	0.00
Portfolio	Textile Design, Technology & Textile Product Recommendation Portfolio With Production Specification File	100.00
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework)		100.00

Resit for practical-based assessment (verbal presentation, practical and portfolio) will take the form of a 2000 word report to cover the learning outcomes.

Reading list

The reading list is available from the Library website

Last updated: 23/02/2021 08:19:04

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