2023/24 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

DESN2382 Green Processes

20 credits

Module manager: Mark Sumner
Email: m.p.sumner@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable

Year running 2023/24

This module is not approved as a discovery module

Module summary

This module builds on the lifecycle assessment concepts introduced at Level 1 and presents new developments in materials and manufacturing processes that can significantly improve the sustainability of fashion products and the industry. The module considers mainstream solutions for sustainability as well as exploring the latest research for innovative new solutions for the industry. The module will consider the relative merits of best practices, technologies, initiatives and standard industry approaches to support the development of critical analysis skills.

Objectives

This module will review the environmental and social impacts of key processes involved in the conversion of raw materials into the finished product for fashion (clothing) products and then present new developments that can be used to minimise those impacts. New developments will be critically considered within the constraints of the business environment and the function of the product. Existing best practice and new innovative approaches to textile processes are included for raw materials, yarn and fabric production, coloration and finishing and garment manufacturing.

Learning outcomes
Students who have successfully completed the module will:
1. have developed their knowledge of important sustainable processes for the manufacturing of products
2. understand the environmental and social impacts associated with the key manufacturing processes
3. be able to apply critical analysis to information and research
4. be able to describe the complexity of the business environment and its impacts on decision making for sustainability
5. articulate the future needs of consumers, the industry and the wider societal needs associated with sustainability

Syllabus

The module will develop students’ knowledge about the environmental and social impacts for the key process that are used to convert raw materials into the finished product. These process account for the majority of impacts associated with fashion products.
The module will present current best practice and explore new emerging technologies and practises that can minimise the impact of the fashion industry within the context of product function, the consumer and business requirements.
This module will provide insights into the key processes of manufacturing including material production, spinning, fabric production, dyeing and finishing and aspects of garment making.

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Presentation	1	4.00	4.00
Lecture	11	1.00	11.00
Practical	3	2.00	6.00
Seminar	3	2.00	6.00
Private study hours			173.00
Total Contact hours			27.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			200.00

Private study

Each lecture is regarded as a signpost for further reading and enquiry, requiring an average of 5hr of independent study per topic (55hr).
Students will be expected to prepare for seminar activities and engage with independent study based on these activities equivalent to 10h per seminar (30hr)

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

Formative feedback is provided during the seminars and progress is assessed through the structured presentation sessions. Further feedback is provided during the practical sessions.

Methods of assessment

Coursework

Assessment type	Notes	% of formal assessment
Report	Project report 3500- 3000 words	50.00
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework)		50.00

Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated

Exams

Exam type	Exam duration	% of formal assessment
Open Book exam	3 hr 00 mins	50.00
Total percentage (Assessment Exams)		50.00

Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated

Reading list

The reading list is available from the Library website

Last updated: 28/04/2023 14:38:38

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