Material scienceLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You learn the most common materials used in clothing and how their qualities differ during the sewing process, in use as final designs, and in terms of sustainable development.

You learn how to choose practical materials for each new design and understand the basics in handling, caring and maintaining the different materials.

Content

How do you recognize different textile materials?

How do different textile materials differ in terms of quality and appearance?

What are the assets and deficiencies of different textile materials when used in clothing?

How do you handle and maintain different textile materials?

How do you choose a suitable textile material for different uses?

Evaluation

Students can

a. use professional vocabulary and concepts proficiently.

b. manage appropriate methods of information search.

d. justify their actions in customer, user and target group situations.

g. apply the ethical principles of the professional field according to the situation.