Textiles Technology Programme

This five-day training programme equips participants with theoretical and practical expertise in textile production.

Professional Academy for Creative Enterprise (PACE) onsite courses offer a range of in-person teaching and learning experiences at our University of Leeds campus. This programme combines the Introduction to Textile Technology and Textile Technology in Action courses to create a structured pathway for professionals looking to deepen their technical understanding of textile technology and processes.
 

Why choose this programme?

The textile industry is constantly evolving with advancements in materials, manufacturing techniques, and sustainability practices. Whether you are a professional in the field, a designer looking to expand your knowledge, or an industry newcomer, this programme offers key benefits for career growth and skill enhancement.

What you will learn?

• Fibre types, properties, and applications.
• Yarn manufacturing and its impact on fabric performance.
• The fundamentals of weaving, knitting, and nonwoven processes.
• Basics of textile coloration and dyeing methods.
• Practical demonstrations include spinning, weaving, knitting, and textile testing.
• Explore industrial knitting and weaving processes first-hand by using facilities to create fabric for diverse textile applications.
• Understand a range of nonwoven manufacturing processes through lab-based demonstrations surrounded by specialist technologies.
• Conduct fabric testing to ensure quality, durability, and performance.
• Conduct dyeing and colouration experiments in a lab-based setting.

Learn more about the course and enrol here.