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INTD 1335: Textiles
Effective date
Department
Interior Design Technology
School
Continuing Studies
Description
Students will learn to recognize and distinguish various textiles used in Interior spaces. Draperies, fabric shades and upholstery fabrics will be analyzed, compared and assessed. Students will learn to read and evaluate various specifications of textiles and the impact these variables may have on an interior project. The class will examine the delicate balance between aesthetics, functionality and economics required for any textile project. Students will study in detail weaving methods and fabrication of textiles so that a link can be made between the specified and the finished product. Vocabulary associated with textiles will be thoroughly discussed and interpreted preparing the student to make informed choices when in professional practice.
Credits
2.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe the history of textiles and the textile industry
- Categorize and identify textiles appropriate to interior design applications
- Apply aesthetic, functional and economic factors to the selection of textiles
- Calculate using standard measuring techniques for drapes
- Differentiate and list fibre and fabric characteristics
- Predict upholstery care and maintenance
- Identify drapery workrooms and Interior design sources for fabric in the lower mainland
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition may be available
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 24
Total Hours: 24
Total Hours: 24
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include lectures, demonstrations, case studies, critiques, pinups, research, group discussions, individual study and projects.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C+
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Participation |
10 |
Attendance, punctuality, engagement |
|
Assignments |
30 |
Project #1 |
|
Assignments |
30 |
Project #2 |
|
Assignments |
30 |
Project #3 |
Course topics
- History of textiles and the textile industry
- Fibres -natural and manufactured
- Fibre classification and identification, burn tests
- Fabric construction - from yarn to fabric
- Weaving techniques and terminology
- Non- textiles, special finishes
- Selecting textiles, aesthetics, economics, environmental, performance criteria
- Trade names, safeguard regulations
- Standard measuring techniques
- Upholstery care and maintenance
- Measuring and calculating for window coverings
- Collect and categorize information into a comprehensive reference guide
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.