Sustainable Textile and Clothing learning concept

1.1 Definition, classification and properties of textile fibres - 2 ECTS
The course aims to give the student basic knowledge about definition and classification of textile fibres, the structures and properties of different fibres and their areas of use. - Tested learning material available

1.2 Production and processes of natural textile fibres - 1 ECTS
The course aims to give the student basic knowledge about different fibre processes. The introductory lectures deal with the production of various natural fibres. - Tested learning material available

1.3 Production and processes of man-made textile fibres in basic level - 1 ECTS
The course aims to give the student basic knowledge about different fibre processes. The introductory lectures deal with the production of various man-made and synthetic fibres. - Tested learning material available

1.4 Yarn classification and properties - 1 ECTS
The course aims to give an initial overview of main types of yarns and their properties, about their visual analysis and identification. - Recommended contents of the learning material available

1.5 Yarn production in basic level - 1 ECTS
The course aims to give the student basic knowledge about different yarn processes. The most common yarn spinning and texturing methods are included. The course also addresses environmental sustainability aspects in the manufacture of yarn based on different areas of use. - Recommended contents of the learning material available