Textiles

Course code FASH 2201

Credit 2.5

Length 36.0 hours

Course outline View

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to components, properties, production, application, and care of a variety of apparel fabrics. Students apply and demonstrate their understanding of these concepts through practical applications. The course will also examine innovations and ethical issues in the textile industry.

Prerequisites

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What you will learn

  • Textile manufacturing process
    Fibre sources, collection and manufacturing
    Fibre properties
    Fabric structures
    Fabric properties and production methods
    Fabric dyeing and printing
    Fabric aesthetic and performance
    Fabric technologies
    Product development process
    Fabric regulations and care
    Sustainability
    Textiles and cultural identities

How to register

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Course schedules

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Contact us

If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.