Courses
Textile Fundamentals Courses
Fiber and Fabric Identification Techniques
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.
What you will learn:
Fiber properties and identification techniques
Fabric construction analysis
Dyes used for textiles and their properties
Color theory as applied to textile product analysis
Techniques for visual and instrument color assessment
Why attend:
Receive first-class instruction supplemented by tours of our state-of-the-art textile laboratories
Meet and develop a network with participants from similar fields of work
Meet and share ideas with NC State College of Textiles faculty and teaching staff
Who should attend:
Textile laboratory personnel, customs agents, anyone interested in textile fiber and fabric identification methods, or anyone who needs more knowledge in textile structure identification.
Closed-toed shoes are required while attending this course.
Venue: Wilson College of TextilesDelivery Method: In-Person
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 MapDelivery Method: In-Person
Textile Fundamentals
Textile Fundamentals, our most popular course, provides you with a comprehensive, in-depth study of the entire textile process from fiber formation through finishing. Lectures, coupled with visits to our textile manufacturing laboratories, will provide you a true working knowledge of textile processing. Be sure to register early, because this one consistently sells out fast!
What you will learn:
Fibers and Fiber Properties
Filament and Spun Yarn Formation
Fabric Formation Systems
Color and Dyeing
Chemical and Mechanical Finishing
Why attend:
Acquire technical knowledge to make informed management decisions
Develop an understanding of the entire textile formation chain.
Receive first-class instruction supplemented by tours of our state-of-the-art model manufacturing facility
Meet participants in all fields of the industry and the NC State University College of Textiles teaching staff
Who should attend:
Those who wish to improve their understanding of the basic technology of the textile industry – managers, supervisors, purchasing agents, researchers, cost accountants, information systems, sales, product development, technical service and financial personnel – who work with or for the textile industry.
Closed-toed shoes are required while attending this course.
Venue: Wilson College of Textiles MapDelivery Method: In-Person