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Venue: Wilson College of Textiles Map
Delivery Method: Online

Fiber and Fabric Identification

This course will explore textile topics that are of importance to anyone involved in developing fabric specifications and conducting laboratory analysis of fiber and fabric. This course benefits textile laboratory personnel as well as those dealing with customs regulations and crime scene investigations. In this course you’ll learn about fiber properties, fabric identification and introductory microscopy techniques, fabric construction analysis and color measurement.

Venue: Wilson College of Textiles Map
Delivery Method: Hybrid

Fundamentals of Technical Fabrics

In this course you will learn the materials and processes involved in manufacturing technical textiles and product applications as well as the broad range of applications for technical textiles ranging from products inside the body to products in outer space.  Come and learn the manufacturing methods that produce very complex and sophisticated textile structures.  Also learn about the many man-made fibers with tailored properties and new chemical finishes to enhance the performance of technical textiles.

What you will learn:

Different categories of technical textiles
Basic processes to produce technical textiles
Specific raw materials used in technical fabrics
Technical fabric constructions and important properties per end use
How special finishes can influence the performance of technical fabrics
The wide range of applications for technical textiles
Cutting-edge research in technical textiles being conducted by NC State College of Textiles

Why attend:

Acquire an understanding of how technical textiles are defined
Learn the many types of technical textiles and their applications
Develop an understanding of the entire technical textiles supply chain
Receive first-class instruction supplemented by tours of our model manufacturing labs
Meet participants in different technical textile end-use areas
Meet and share ideas with NC State College of Textiles faculty and teaching staff

Who should attend:

Anyone involved with technical textile products who wants to gain a stronger knowledge and understanding of what technical textiles are all about and the many opportunities available in this fast and ever-growing facet of the textile industry.  This includes upper-level managers, supervisors, researchers, product development personnel, technical service personnel, purchasing agents, sales and marketing personnel, cost accountants and financial personnel.

Closed-toed shoes are required while attending this course.

Venue: Wilson College of Textiles Map
Delivery Method: In-Person

Knit and Woven Fabric Design and Development

Geared for professionals in sourcing, product development, fabric development, production, and merchandising of fabrics, Knit and Woven Fabric Design and Development reviews the mechanics of weft and warp knitting and weaving, details fiber and yarn selection, discusses fabric types for developing end-use products and examines the relationship between fabric design and fabric properties. This course enhances the learning process with comprehensive design and fabric analysis exercises.

Venue: Gaston College Map
Delivery Method: Hybrid