Graduate Courses in Textile Chemistry
TEC 500 eight credits
Thesis
Written presentation of an original research topic in
Textile Chemistry, which demonstrates analysis, ability, and proficiency in the
solution. The thesis shall be conducted under the supervision of a
faculty advisor. An oral examination in defense of the thesis is
required. Graded CR/F.
TEC 502 three credits
Transport Properties: Dyeing and Controlled Delivery
Physiochemical theories of the application of mass transport
in solid materials including the thermodynamics and kinetic principles
involved. Applications in dyeing of textiles and related materials,
antimicrobial and fragrance delivery, and controlled drug release will be
considered.
TEC 503 three credits
Physical Chemistry of Surface Active Agents
This lecture course is concerned with the physiochemical
principles involved in surface active agents. The chemical nature of the
agents is studied and related to their properties. The technical uses are
evaluated.
TEC 509 three credits
Chemical Technology of Finishing
Chemical finishes which modify fabric appearance, feel, and
serviceability (to shrinkage, soiling, mildew, moths, wrinkling, fire, water,
static electricity, etc.) are discussed, along with the means used to apply them.
The production of special effects (permanent press, crepe, moire, etc.)
is also studied.
TEC 510 three credits
Polymer Chemistry
The physical and organic chemistry of polymers; kinetics,
molecular weight determination, polymerization mechanisms and stereochemistry
of polymers are studied. Structure-property correlations and elements of
polymer processing technology are considered. Meets with TEC410.
TEC 525 three credits
Fiber Materials
The structure and production of fibers, including molecular
arrangements and morphologies. The conversion of fibers into textile yarn
structures and the relationship between physical and chemical properties of
fibers and processing dynamics on the yarn properties will be studied.
TEC 533 three credits
Computer Modeling
Modeling of materials at multiple length scales.
Polymer molecular modeling using semi-empirical, molecular mechanics, and
molecular dynamics methods. Finite element methods for composite and
transport problems. QSPR methods for property prediction.
TEC 595 variable credits
Independent Study
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor, graduate director,
and college dean.
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area
not otherwise part of the discipline's course offerings. Conditions and hours
to be arranged.
TEC 596 three credits
Directed Study
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor, graduate director,
and college dean.
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area
covered in a regular course not currently being offered. Conditions and
hours to be arranged.
Graduate Courses in Textile Technology
MTX 500 eight credits
Thesis
Written presentation of an original research topic in
Textile Technology, which demonstrates analysis, ability, and proficiency in
the solution. The thesis shall be conducted under the supervision of a
faculty advisor. An oral examination in defense of the thesis is required.
Graded CR/F.
MTX 502 three credits
Advanced Materials & Composites
Processes used for producing functionally advanced and intelligent fibrous materials: Lamination, coating, flocking, wet layup, resin transfer molding, sheet molding, pultrusion, and filament winding. Also studied are resins for coating, adhesives and polymeric matrices, and reinforcing fibrous structures and preforms such as prepreg, fabrics, 3-D woven fabrics, nonwovens, nanofibers, braided and knotted structures. Properties of the resulting structures and their application areas such as nanocomposites, biological fibrous composites, medical, military, and other industrial and functional products are considered.
MTX 503 one credit
Research Techniques
Aids the student in better understanding research approach
and techniques. To develop an insight as to the evaluation of research
results. A proposal on an original research topic must be submitted and approved.
MTX 504 three credits
Graduate Seminar
Student discussions on selected topics will be carried out
under the supervision of a faculty member. Written papers to be submitted
on those topics assigned.
MTX 508 three credits
Design and Analysis of Experiments
Prerequisites: MTX 411, MTX 412, or permission of the
instructor.
A study of the statistical methods and systems employed in
the design of experiments, the testing of materials, and the evaluation of test
data.
MTX 517 three credits
Fiber Reinforced Polymeric Materials
2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory
Prerequisite: Graduate or senior standing.
An introduction to advanced composite materials employing
fiber reinforcement. Also studied are resins for polymeric matrices, reinforcing
fibers, and properties of the resulting structures. Manufacturing techniques and
testing of composite materials are examined. Meets with MTX 407
MTX 521 three credits
Biological and Biomedical Materials
This course provides an introduction to biological and biomedical material. It covers biomaterials made from metals, ceramics, polymers and composites. The biocompatibility and biodegradability of biomaterials are discussed. Replacements of body soft and hard tissues are presented. The interactions between cells and biomaterials are presented.
MTX 563 three credits
Fibrous Structure
The molecular structure and arrangements of molecules in
fibers are considered with respect to giving a foundation to the understanding
of the physical and mechanical properties and behavior of textile raw materials.
The properties are examined from a fundamental viewpoint so that a sound approach
to the technological utilization of fibers in textiles can be established. An
introduction is made to the interrelation between fiber properties and yarn and
fabric geometry in determining the behavior of textiles.
MTX 564 three credits
Mechanics of Fibrous Structures
A study of the mechanics of fibrous assemblies such as
twisted structures (yarns, rope, braid), woven, knitted, and nonwoven fabrics.
The methods of continuum mechanics and differential geometry to interrelate material
properties and end-use properties are considered.
MTX 595 variable credit
Independent Study
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor, graduate director,
and college dean.
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area
not otherwise part of the discipline's course offerings. Conditions and hours
to be arranged.
MTX 596 three credits
Directed Study
Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor, graduate
director, and college dean.
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area
covered in a regular course not currently being offered. Conditions and
hours to be arranged.