Fiber Materials

Topics

• Identity and classify textile fibers with respect to their chemical structure/nature.
• Evaluate the structure-property relationship of the fibers in relation to their chemical structures and predict the ultimate properties of the textile fibers and their end-uses.
• Understand the role of chemistry throughout the fiber production and the recycle/upcycle path of textile fibers in the market.
• Develop creatively/critically thinking and solve real-life scientific challenges in textile/fiber industry by learning how to apply interdisciplinary approaches by combining fiber science, chemistry, materials science and textile engineering.
• Discuss the environmental issues and the sustainability aspects regard to chemistry used in fibers and textiles.
• Propose suitable approaches for dyeing and finishing processes of textile fibers based on their chemistry and propose more sustainable approaches/processes for the textile industry.
• Build teamwork skills, scientific writing skills and oral presentation skills.

Official roster learning outcomes