TEXT 131 Dye Technology I - Plant Dye and Modifiers

School of the Arts

TEXT 131 Dye Technology I - Plant Dye and Modifiers is an introductory study of the application of color on fibre through direct application and immersion dye processes. Utilizing a variety of natural fibres, yarns and fabric, plant dyes will be explored within a contemporary context. Indigo, as the ancient, natural blue, will be more fully worked with through the practice of shibori resist techniques.

Prerequisites: Admissions to the Textile Arts program.

Corequisite: None

Crosslisted: None

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Course Details
Total number of weeks15
Total Credits
Total Hours60
Typical hours per week breakdown
Lecture3
Other1

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

  1. distinguish among several dye classes, the fibres each will dye, and the different methods of fixation.
  2. prepare fibre for dye uptake.
  3. extract dye.
  4. apply dye to different fibres.
  5. use the immersion method of applying colour.
  6. modify plant dyes to change colour.
  7. keep accurate records.
  8. apply Japanese resist techniques.
  9. follow safety procedures.

Grading Table

Percentage Letter Grade GPA
90-100 A+ 4.33
85-89 A 4.00
80-84 A- 3.67
76-79 B+ 3.33
72-75 B 3.00
68-71 B- 2.67
64-67 C+ 2.33
60-63 C 2.00
55-59 C- 1.67
50-54 P 1.00
0-49 F 0.00
  DNW 0.00

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Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.