Woven Textile StructuresLaajuus (8 cr)

Objective

The student understands the design principles of woven textiles and learns the technical basics of weaving. They are able to identify the weave structures of woven fabrics and apply weaving theory in practical work. The student understands the influence of material and structures on the properties of woven textiles and is able to create moods using different textures, weaves and yarns. The student understands the concept of a textile collection and is able to evaluate the suitability of the fabric’s properties for different uses.

Content

- Basics of computer-aided weaving
- Weaving tools and equipment
- Structures, design and construction of woven fabrics
- Effect of the material and weave in woven textiles
- Creating a mood and building a collection

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student knows the basics of woven textile design and manufacturing. The student masters weaving theory and bonding structures. The student knows the effects of material and structure on the properties and usability of woven Textiles. The student masters the weaving hardware and computer program.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student masters the basics of woven textile design and manufacturing. The student is well versed in weaving theory and bonding structures. The student masters the effects of material and structure on the properties and usability of woven Textiles and is able to apply weaving theory in practical work. The student is well versed in weaving hardware and computer software.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student masters the basics of the design and manufacture of widely woven textiles. The student has an excellent command of weaving theory and bonding structures. The student extensively masters the effects of material and structure on the properties and usability of woven Textiles and is able to apply the theory of weaving in practical work. The student masters and is able to skillfully use weaving hardware and a computer program.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student knows the basics of woven textile design and manufacturing. The student masters weaving theory and bonding structures. The student knows the effects of material and structure on the properties and usability of woven Textiles. The student masters the weaving hardware and computer program.