Textiles for Interior Design Syllabus for 2015-2016
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Course

INDS-2307-001 Textiles for Interior Design

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Course Description

The study of interior design textiles including characteristics, care, codes and applications.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

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Textbooks

\ Fabric for the Designed Interior - Koe

Supplies

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• \ 5x8 Index Cards for final project
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• \ Box to hold cards - See Instructor
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Student Performance

\ (Minimum Competencies)  After studying the materials presented in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following as evaluated by the faculty in the department/program:

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• \ Identify properties of various fibers, textures, and weaves
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• \ Evaluate the properties of textiles for interior use.
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• \ Specify the appropriate fabric for an interior design project
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\ The student will:

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• \ Describe characteristics of natural and manufactured fibers, yarns, and finishes
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• \ identify fabric construction methods
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• \ Interpret fabric care and labeling information
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• \ Evaluate code requirements and test results
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• \ Select appropriate fabrics to meet project requirements
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Grading Criteria

A = 90-100; B = 80-89; C = 70-79; D = 60-69; F = Below 60

Any work missed must be completed within one week of original deadline or by special arrangements with instructor.  Otherwise, student will be assigned a zero for the missed work. I do not except work past one week of deadline.

I do not repeat letures, therefore; it is the student's responsibility to get class notes and assignments from fellow classmates.

Attendance

Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement.  Therefore, attending class is mandatory.

Following three absences, two points per absence will be deducted from the final semester average up to 10 points.  Students who leave class early may be counted as absent.  I start class on time, at 5:30p. Two tardies constitute an absence.  Roll will be taken within the first ten minutes of class.  Students are responsible for informing instructor of tardiness.  This policy applies to classroom activities as well as field trips.

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