Textile Materials and Performance Evaluation (MATS66541)
Unit aims / introduction
This unit will provide a working knowledge of the production, properties and end-uses of the major textile fibres, and the rationale for, and the methodology of, the assessment of the performance of textile materials – in particular fibres, yarns and fabrics.
The unit draws on the expertise of several members of staff, to provide a wide range of topics in textile materials science and testing that are fundamental for effective functioning in a technical capacity within any textiles- or materials-related organisation. Students will be introduced to the application of different forms of textiles for different end uses, in addition to how fibre properties and yarn/fabric structures are assessed.
Unit dates (to be confirmed) - online distance-learning
- 14 September 2009 – 18 December 09
For information on the campus-based version of this unit, please contact the Postgraduate Admissions Team
Unit tutors
- Unit leader – Dr Hugh Gong
- Contributors – Professor Chris Carr
Unit e-Tutor – Your e-Tutor, assigned when you start the unit, will act as a group mentor throughout the unit and will guide you through all the learning material.
Study time and method
This unit is delivered as an online distance-learning unit and a campus-based unit. This page concentrates on the online distance-learning version, if you would like information on the campus-based version of this unit, please contact the Postgraduate Admissions Team.
Online distance-learning (part-time)
This unit is delivered online through a virtual learning environment (VLE) system called Blackboard.
Each unit contains 12 study weeks over a 14-week period. Each study week normally comprises five study sessions, corresponding to five working days.
This unit requires approximately 12.5 study hours each week of the unit (excluding break weeks). You are able to study at a time that suits you, but some group discussions may be scheduled by your e-Tutor.
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Unit structure - online distance-learning
- Week 1 – Fibre materials
- Week 2 – Natural fibres and man-made natural fibres
- Week 3 – Synthetic fibres and fibre modifications
- Week 4 – Fabric testing
- Break – Reflective and catch up week
- Week 5 – Fabrics and their assessment 1
- Week 6 – Fabrics and their assessment 2
- Week 7 – KES-FB and FAST fabric evaluation systems
- Week 8 – Dimensional stability
- Break – Reflective and catch up week
- Week 9 – Fabric finishing 1
- Week 10 – Fabric finishing 2
- Week 11 – Photodegradation / Photostabilisation
- Week 12 – Microscopy and surface analysis
For information on the campus-based version of this unit, please contact the Postgraduate Admissions Team
Assessment
Assessment is a requirement if you are studying a postgraduate qualification. If you choose to take individual units only, the unit assessment is optional.
Assessed coursework
All coursework can be submitted via Blackboard, and feedback from e-Tutors will also be given online.
Unit examination
Formal examinations will take place two or more times each year. An examination will normally be available with six weeks of the unit completion date; you may take the examination at a later date but no more than one year after commencement of the unit.
Examinations can take place at The University of Manchester or at a University approved off-campus location, such as a British Council office / other university*.
*Please note that The University of Manchester will assist all students in finding a University approved off-campus examination location, but it is ultimately the student's responsibility to find and pay for this. All students are welcome to take their examination at The University of Manchester.
Credits
This is a 15-credit unit which can be built up to lead to a postgraduate qualification.
MSc Textile Technology
This unit forms part of the MSc Textile Technology. Other units included in the course are:
- Weaving and Weave CAD
- Knitting and Knit CAD
- Yarn Production and Texturing
- Technical Textiles
- Colouration Technology
Manchester Materials Masters
The MSc Textile Technology is one of four courses under the Manchester Materials Masters (MMM) programme. Other MMM MSc courses include:
- MSc Advanced Engineering Materials
- MSc Corrosion Control Engineering
- MSc Polymer Materials Science and Engineering
Pre-requisites and making an application
There are no formal pre-requisites to study for an individual unit, but we would advise you to have a relevant level of knowledge and understanding of the subject to ensure that you can cope with the postgraduate-level study. If you wish to progress onto a postgraduate qualification following completion of an individual unit, then you will need to complete a formal application.
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Contact us
If you have any questions regarding this unit or other units and courses within the School of Materials, please contact our MMM Team:
- mmm@manchester.ac.uk
- Tel: +44 (0)161 306 4869
Fees
- Full 12-week unit - £1,900
Your registration includes full access to the teaching material on Blackboard and allocated e-Tutor support throughout the programme.