T202
Fiber Science
The physical and chemical structures and properties of fiber-forming
polymeric materials are examined and related to end-use performance.
Fundamental concepts as well as experimental techniques are emphasized.
This course provides the students with first-hand experience in
how scientific principles and mathematics can be applied to solve
textile problems through experiments and problem sets.
T203
Yarn Mechanics
The basic concepts of the mechanistic analysis of linear textile
assemblies are introduced. The tensile response of continuous
filament, staple blended singles and plied yarns, as well as cords,
ropes and braids are studied in the laboratory. The blending,
torsional, frictional and viscoelastic properties of yarn structures
are also examined.
T204
Fabric Mechanics
The mechanical response and deformation mechanism of planar textile
structures under various modes of loading are examined through
experimentation. The fundamental aspects of the mechanistic analysis
of planar textile structures are introduced.
T205 Introduction to Materials Science
Atomic theory and molecular bonding of solids, polymer structure, and mechanics of materials
for textiles are taught at an introductory level. Specific processing issues including additives,
viscosity, transitions, and morphology, are studied as well.
T301
Yarn Engineering
The processes necessary for the manufacture of continuous filament,
staple, novelty, bulk and stretch yarns are studied. Staple yarn
manufacture including the processing of natural and man-made fibers
on the carded cotton, combed cotton, woolen and worsted staple
yarn manufacturing systems. Quality control procedures are emphasized.
The laboratory experience exposes the student to all aspects of
fiber to yarn formation.
T450
Weave Engineering
A comprehensive course in the design and development of woven
fabric structures for various uses including clothing, furnishings
and industrial applications. Course will cover development of
fabrics for specific cover, weight and performance; study of machines,
mechanisms and devices used in the production of woven fabrics;
and computer-aided design and manufacturing tools. Material learned
in the classroom will be reinforced with laboratory work. This
course is specifically designed for the textile engineering curriculum
and is not suitable for other majors.
T550
Knit Engineering
To obtain a thorough knowledge of the working principles of knitting,
students learn to identify, analyze and design various weft and
warp knitted fabrics. The emphasis is on weft knit fabric analysis
and design as well as calculation of pattern areas using different
mechanical and electronic design techniques. Production calculations
of different fabric structures, speed factors, yarn counts and
blends are studied. Fiber content and fabric costing principles
are covered. Principles of fabric engineering, dimensional constants,
robbing back, cover factor and its relation to fabric mechanical
properties are examined. The basic principles of warp knitting
machinery and fabrics are discussed. The classes are complemented
by lab work on weft and warp knitting machines. This course is
specifically designed for the textile engineering curriculum and
is not suitable for other majors.
T620
Nonwovens
The methods of web formation, bonding, end use and market potential
for nonwovens are investigated. In the laboratory, dry laid and
wet laid nonwovens are manufactured and later evaluated in the
testing laboratory for their unique characteristics.
T621 Fibrous Composite Materials
Exploration of properties of various fibers and fibrous constructions as applied to composites;
fabrication of fiber-reinforced composites; and analysis of properties of new materials and
technology.
T802
Engineering Computer Graphics
Computer-aided drafting as applied to problems in machine design
and plant layout. 2D and 3D models are presented in isometric
projection and true perspective. The use of standard symbols and
blocks is emphasized as a means of generating universally understandable
drawings.
T807
Engineering Statics
Engineering statics decribes the mechanical behavior of materials
and systems in equilibrium using Newton's laws of motion. In this
course students will learn the principles of force equilibrium,
how to construct free body diagrams, understanding distributed
forces, friction and introductory structural response.
T808
Engineering Dynamics
Engineering dynamics describes the motions of particles and rigid
bodies and the forces that accompany or cause those motions. Basic
methods include Newton's laws, the work and energy principle,
and the impulse and momentum principle.
T811 Textile Production Control
Production - its measurement and control - is studied through plant and equipment layouts, as well as
equipment selection. Methods of managing people and the equipment to optimize production are
discussed.
T821
Textile Engineering Design I
Elements of production design and development are the foci of
this two-semester sequence. Students will employ functional textile
design modeling techniques and fault analysis methodologies. The
student will realize product development from initial design phase
through testing analysis and prototype production.
T822
Textile Engineering Design II
Elements of product design and development are the foci of this
two-semester sequence. Process-structure-property relationships
of manufacturing processes are qualified. The student will learn
risk and reliability aspects of design. The student will complete
the design, analysis, testing and prototype production.