Course: Textile technology - machine knitting

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Course title Textile technology - machine knitting
Course code KDU/FDTSP
Organizational form of instruction Seminar
Level of course Master
Year of study not specified
Semester Winter and summer
Number of ECTS credits 4
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory-optional
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Plašilová Kristýna, MgA.
Course content
1. Introduction to the subject and demonstration of the possibilities of machine knitting in the context of contemporary fashion design, assignment of a semester topic. 2. - 3. Basic technological principles of working on a flat knitting machine with a focus on use in clothing design. 4. - 5. Practical demonstration of knitted weaves, textures, shaping techniques, and combinations of materials about their visual and haptic qualities. 6. Experimental approaches to knitting - 3D knitwear, highly elastic weaves, etc. 7. - 8. Selection of appropriate technological solutions according to the nature and intention of individual student projects. 9. Interconnecting technological, aesthetic, and artistic aspects of creation with an emphasis on innovation and an authorial approach. 10. - 12. Own project implementation, proofreading, and final editing 13. Presentation and reflection of individual student works, joint discussion on the choice of technologies, experimental procedures, and creative development.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Collaborative instruction, Cooperative instruction, Discussion, Instruction based on dialogue, Students' portfolio, One-to-One tutorial, Group discussion, Lecture with visual aids, Practicum
  • Presentation preparation (report) (1-10) - 10 hours per semester
  • Contact hours - 39 hours per semester
  • Undergraduate study programme term essay (20-40) - 30 hours per semester
prerequisite
Knowledge
demonstrate an overview of basic knowledge of textile technologies used in the field of fashion design, basic technical and technological knowledge of creating patterns in the field of fashion design, basic knowledge of supporting artistic disciplines,
Skills
design aesthetically interesting and functional textile or clothing components from basic materials basic technical and technological skills for creating patterns in the field of fashion design, basic skills in supporting artistic disciplines,
Competences
N/A
N/A
N/A
learning outcomes
Knowledge
principles of machine-drawn knitting technology (basics of shaping and patterning), technological processes of working on a flat knitting machine, programming and design of knitted structures, basic properties of knitted fabrics in connection with their construction and use (strength, elasticity, stability, feel), combining knitting with other technologies
Skills
design and program a suitable knitted structure, master the technology of knitting on a flat knitting machine
Competences
N/A
N/A
N/A
teaching methods
Knowledge
Lecture with visual aids
One-to-One tutorial
Interactive lecture
Skills
Skills demonstration
Interactive lecture
Competences
Discussion
assessment methods
Knowledge
Seminar work
Continuous assessment
Skills
Skills demonstration during practicum
Individual presentation at a seminar
Competences
Individual presentation at a seminar
Recommended literature


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester