Dr. Celia Stall-Meadows, Assistant Professor. The study of textile fibers, yarns, fabrics, finishes and dyes.
Emphasis is placed on the selection, use, and care of textile products.
The course is designed as an introductory textiles course that can benefit all consumers by making them aware of the choices available and what can be expected of the textile after purchasing it. This basic information is necessary for all Family and Consumer Science majors as well as non-majors. Historical overview of the textile industry and fibers. To know the generic classifications of the fibers. To understand the basic physical and chemical properties of the fibers.