Course Title: Select dyes and develop dye specification and recipe for production

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2016

Course Code: MANU5915C

Course Title: Select dyes and develop dye specification and recipe for production

School: 350T Fashion & Textiles

Campus: Brunswick Campus

Program: C4218 - Certificate IV in Textile Design and Development

Course Contact: Peter Bonnell

Course Contact Phone: 9925 9171

Course Contact Email: peter.bonnell@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Sue Scott
sue.scott@rmit.edu.au   9925 9208

Nominal Hours: 60

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

It is strongly advised that students complete the following units prior to enrolling in Select dyes and develop dye specification and recipe for production

MKTG 5756C  Identify fibres, yarns & textile
VART 5902C   Identify fibres and fabrics
OHTH 5451C  Implement and monitor OH&S 
 

Course Description

This unit covers the skills and knowledge associated with selecting, developing and testing dyes, chemical and auxiliaries and developing dye specifications and recipes for the dyeing of textiles for self and others. Textile materials for which dye specifications are developed include fibres, yarns and fabrics, and tasks may involve individual and group activities.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	LMTTX4004A Select dyes and develop dye specification and recipe for production
Element:	1 Identify manipulation techniques
Performance Criteria:	Not Applicable
Element:	1. Identify properties of textile
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Specifications and or sample of textile material product is confirmed with originator and client 1.2 End use and performance standards expected of finished product are clarified and determined with appropriate personnel 1.3  Sample is analysed to determine type and composition using appropriate techniques, if required
Element:	2 Describe uses of manipulation in design process
Performance Criteria:	Not Applicable
Element:	2. Perform preliminary selection and evaluation of dyes
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Preliminary selection of dyes and chemicals and auxiliaries is undertaken with reference to specifications and or previous product dyeing references 2.2 Expected textile production and reproduction processes are identified based on preliminary dye selection and appropriate personnel advised 2.3 Preliminary dye selection is determined for the sample of textile 2.4 Dye selections and specification and recipe are trailed using laboratory-based production facilities and results evaluated against requirements of originator and client, as required 2.5 Dye selection and recipe is reviewed, and re-developed and re-tested as required 2.6  Approval of preliminary dye specification by originator and client is sought prior to implementing limited production run
Element:	3 Manipulate textiles to produce work sample
Performance Criteria:	Not Applicable
Element:	3. Perform final selection and evaluation of dyes and specification and recipe
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Sampling and testing techniques are selected appropriate to evaluation of product during limited production run 3.2 Tests are implemented using established enterprise procedures and quality standards 3.3 Results are analysed and preliminary dye selection and recipe reviewed, modified and re-tested as required 3.4 Dye selection checked against original client specifications and requirements and enterprise production process and requirements 3.5 Approval of colour specification by originator and client is sought prior to implementing bulk production run 3.6  Environmental requirements and procedures concerned with waste, pollution, storage and recycling of materials are correctly applied at all stages of the process
Element:	4. Prepare final dye specification and recipe
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Samples from bulk production run are tested using appropriate techniques 4.2 Results are analysed and dye recipe reviewed, modified and re-tested as required 4.3 Dye specification and recipe is developed, checked and filed in accordance with workplace requirements and industry and quality standards 4.4 Reports and documentation are prepared 4.5  Dye specification and recipe is monitored to ensure continuity and repeatability of colour and test results

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this course students will be able to demonstrate skills and knowledge to identify the correct dye class for a given fibre, to formulate appropriate dye recipes and to successfully apply the dye to fibre, yarn or fabric in accordance with correct OHS procedures.

Details of Learning Activities

 

 

 

Blended learning, consisting of classroom activities, practical workshops, individual and group presentations and individual preparation of a comprehensive folio of dye samples.

Teaching Schedule

 

 

Week Starting	Learning Activities	Homework and Research	Assessment Tasks and Due dates
Week 1 6/7th July	Introduction. Discussion of technical folio requirements and OH&S issues. Tour dye laboratory. View Textile Colouration.   Complete Textile Colouration Quiz	Purchase Washing up gloves
Week 2 13/14 July	Disperse Dyes using Polyester and other fibres.		Intro Task 1Sample Folio of dye samples and notes
Week 3 20/21thJuly	Landscapes Dyes using wool and silk fabrics. Shibori clamping principles.	Preparation of dye samples
Week 4 27/28th July	Acid Milling dyes using wool and nylon fabric.	Preparation of dye samples
Week 5 3/4th Aug	Procion cold water dye bath using cotton fabric.	Preparation of dye samples	Check sample folio
Week 6 10/11th Aug	Direct Dyes using Bamboo and Viscose fabrics.	Preparation of dye samples	Intro Task 2 Selected fabric/colour dye task and report.
Week 7 17/18th Aug	Modified Basic Dyes using Acrylic & Acrylic Blends. Raffia	Preparation of dye samples Colour chip for Task  2
Week 8 24/25th Aug	Task 2Selected fabric/colour dye task and   Complete and record process.		Task  2 completed
29st August – 9th September – mid semester break
Week 9 14/15thSept	Skein Dyeing using Cotton, Wool, Polyester, and Bamboo yarns. Discuss Natural dyes	Preparation of dye Samples. Collect natural material for dyeing
Week 10 21/22 Sept	Natural Dyeing	Collect Natural  material for dyeing
Week 11 28/29th Sept	Natural Dye Shibori techniques and exploration of leaf clamping and hapa-zome techniques.	Preparation of dye samples	Intro Task 3 Client Project
Week 12 5/6th Oct	Indigo Dye Complete Natural dyeing and collect samples.	Preparation of Samples. Purchase items for Client Project
Week 13 12/13th Oct	Task 3 Client Project, trail dyeing.
Week 14 19/20th Oct	Task 3 Client Project, complete dyeing.
Week 15 26/27th Oct	Final Presentation to group of Task 3 Client Project for Assessment Task 1 Sample Folio due		Task 1 Sample folio due Task 3 Client Project due
Week 16 2/3 Nov	Feedback
Please note: Due to availability of resources delivery schedule may change, check emails regularly.

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

References: The New Textiles: Trends and Traditions, Chloe Colchester, Thames and Hudson; Structure & Surface, Contemporary Japanese Textiles, Museum of Modern Art, NY; On Colour, Tricia Guild, Conran Octopus; Dyes and Fabrics, Joyce Storey, Thames and Hudson; Techno Textiles Revolutionary Fabrics for Fashion and Design, Braddock and O’Mahony, Thames and Hudson; Designers Guide to Colour No 2, Angus and Robertson, Sydney; Complex Cloth, Jane Dunnewold, Fibre Studio Press. Bothell, USA; Fabric Dyeing and Printing, Kate Wells,

Other Resources

Magazines: Fibre Arts; Shuttle Spindle and Dyepot; Textile Fibre Forum
Audio Visual: Textile Colouration; The Language of Colour Science Press USA

You will be charged a materials fee which will cover fabric samples and dyes used to generate samples required for your technical files.

Overview of Assessment

To achieve successful completion of this course students must demonstrate an understanding of all elements of Competency.

Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks.

Assessment will incorporate a variety of methods including in-class exercises, quizzes, written reports, documentation of technical requirements, practical problem solving exercises and practical applications of knowledge. As well as in-class activities you will be required to undertake research and assessment practice outside of regular class time and participate in formal assessment tasks.

Detailed course information and assessment requirements will be available in the first week of class. Specific details will be explained during scheduled classes.

Students are advised that they are required to personally demonstrate their assessment work to their teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.

Work that has not been authenticated during class as students own work will not be considered for assessment.
 

Assessment Tasks

 

Assessments Tasks

Detailed briefs will be provided in class sessions and available on Blackboard.

Once all assessment tasks are completed to a satisfactory level and you have been deemed competent. Assessment task 3 will be graded and you may be eligible to receive a grade of Pass to High Distinction based on the work presented.

 

Task 1: Folio of samples. You are required to compile a folio of dyed samples. Evidence of samples completed with description of fibre content and dyes used, class handouts and any relevant research.  CA/NYC

 

Task 2: Selected Fabric/colour dyeing.    CA/NYC

Allocated piece of fabric (Wool, Cotton or Polyester) is required to dye a pre-selected colour (secondary colour). Prepare a report stating selected dyes, amounts used and comment on final outcome.

Task 3: Client Project   CA/NYC  Graded PA to High Distinction) based on work presented.

Conduct a series of dye samples to achieve a final outcome of a perfectly dyed item in consultation with a chosen client. Document processes. Make a presentation of client profile, process and final outcome.

 

Assessment Matrix

Elements	Textile Colouration Quiz	OHS Observation Checklist	Client Project	Selected fabric dyeing Assignment	Folio of dye samples
Identify properties of textile	X	X			X
Perform preliminary selection and evaluation of dyes		X	X		X
Perform final selection and evaluation of dyes and specification and recipe		X	X	X	X
Prepare final dye specification and recipe		X	X	X

Other Information

This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant unit.
Students will be expected to comply with Workplace Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures and expected to wear fully covered shoes, lab coats, dust masks and gloves during laboratory sessions.

Study and learning Support:

Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to all RMIT students.
Services offered by SLC to support numeracy and literacy skills of the students are:
- Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- Maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development

Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and Learning Support.

Disability Liaison Unit:

Students with disability or long-term medical condition should contact Disability Liaison Unit to seek advice and support to complete their studies.
Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/disability to find more information about services offered by Disability Liaison Unit.

Special consideration Policy (Late Submission)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level. If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension. Special consideration, appeals and discipline :

Penalties for late assessment
Late submission or presentation of assessable work without an approved extension will be penalised as follows:
- Complete work submitted 1 to 7 days late will incur a penalty of 5% per day on your final mark
- Partial or incomplete work submitted 1 to 7 days late will incur a penalty of 5% per day on your final mark for the entire assessable work
- Work submitted after day 7 will be awarded an NN grade and 0% mark
- Weekends and holiday periods are included in the calculation of the late penalty
- Where a due date includes a specific time for submission or presentation, submissions after that time on the due date incur a 5% penalty.
 

Special consideration:

Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=riderwtscifm to find more information about special consideration.

Plagiarism:

Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.

Please refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.

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