Textile Technology
Spring 2012: January 30 - May 21
TT 055 Total Quality Management for Textile Products Laboratory1.5 credits
In-state $340.50 Out-of-state $906
Prerequisite: TS 015/115 or TS 111 or TS 122 or TS 132 or approval of chairperson
Co-requisite: TT 455
This lab experience accompanies TT455 and applies the concepts addressed in this course. Fabric testing is completed utilizing methodologies approved by relevant national associations and addresses why failures occur and how they can be corrected.
| CRN | Section | Day | Time | Location |
| 14412 | 75A* | T | 6:30 pm-9:00 pm | C314 |
TT 161 Sweater Knitting Technology and Design I
3 credits
In-state $498 Out-of-state $1,491
Prerequisite: (for Fashion Design BFA students) TS 331
Principles of design and development of fashioned and full-fashioned knit garments, and capabilities and limitations of flat knitting machines. Students analyze samples, design and lay out samples for various types of flat knitting equipment, and knit fabrics on the laboratory knitting machines.
| CRN | Section | Day | Time | Location |
| 14407 | 25A | M | 6:30 pm-10:00 pm | C308 |
TT 301 Textile Applications
3 credits
In-state $681 Out-of-state $1,812
Prerequisite: TS 015/115 or TS 111 or TS 122 or TS 132 or TT 171 or approval of chairperson
Students study textile-based consumer goods from a raw materials perspective. Product design concepts are identified in terms of functional utility, aesthetic requirements, and target price points. Design data are used to determine fiber, yarn, fabric structure, and finishing systems best suited to developing successful products.
| CRN | Section | Day | Time | Location |
| 13112 | 75A* | W | 6:30 pm-10:00 pm | C312 |
TT 313 Textile Fibers
3 credits
In-state $681 Out-of-state $1,812
Prerequisite: TS 015/115 or TS 111 or TS 122 or TS 132 or TT 171 or approval of chairperson
Studies the role of textile fibers in the design, styling, and marketing of textile products. Aesthetics, performance, and cost/price relationships are emphasized.
| CRN | Section | Day | Time | Location |
| 14410 | 75A | R | 6:30 pm-10:00 pm | C312 |
TT 455 Total Quality Management for Textile Products
1 credit
In-state $227 Out-of-state $604
Prerequisite: TS 015/115 or TS 111 or TS 122 or TS 132 or approval of chairperson
Co-requisite: TT 055
This course examines the processes required in implementing a TQM plan in a global environment. It addresses the major factors relating to customer satisfaction, including fit and functionality, and the ways in which quality managers interact within the TQM process.
| CRN | Section | Day | Time | Location |
| 14414 | 75A | T | 9:10 pm-10:00 pm | C314 |
TT 475 Textile Marketing
3 credits
In-state $681 Out-of-state $1,812
Studies the textile industry and how its various products are marketed. Case studies involving both fiber producers and textile mills are analyzed. Students examine both the domestic and international textile marketplaces.
| CRN | Section | Day | Time | Location |
| 11683 | 75A* | M | 6:30 pm-9:20 pm | C318 |
TT 476 Textile Project Development
3 credits
In-state $681 Out-of-state $1,812
Prerequisites: TT 342 and TT 477
Provides students with a realistic view of the production of a commercially marketable fabric line. Understanding of artistic inspiration, timing, manufacturing, and costing decisions are necessary for successful completion of the final project.
| CRN | Section | Day | Time | Location |
| 13400 | 75A* | M | 6:30 pm-9:20 pm | C312 |
* Course is only available to degree candidates but may open up to non-degree students pending availability during the add/drop period.
** Course is only available to evening/weekend degree candidates but may open up to non-degree students pending availability during the add/drop period.