TEXT 106 Weaving is an introduction to the language of color, pattern and design in the construction of cloth through the study of weave structures utilizing multiple shaft looms. Students will learn how to produce cloth on the loom from concept to finished textile, including various finishing techniques. Students will also be developing an understanding of pattern drafting, drawdowns and fabric analysis.
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 90 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 3 |
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| Other | 3 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Speak the language of weaving
- Weave entire projects from concept to finished textile
- Use drafting software
- Weave using computer-aided loom
- Differentiate between loom types
- Warp a loom efficiently and understand different approaches
- Read and weave from drafts
- Utilize the basic weave structures in one’s own projects
- Weave and finish a number of samples for a hands-on reference of a variety of weave structures
- Draft patterns and do drawdowns
- Analyze woven fabric
- Calculate yarn quantities for woven cloth
Grading Table
Standard Academic and Career Programs 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 |
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DNW |
0.00 |
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Disclaimer
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.