FSAD 3320 - Product Quality Assurance

Spring. 3 credits. Student option grading.

Prerequisite: FSAD 1350

F. Kozen.

This is a “hands on” class exploring the process of assuring and assessing sewn product quality at each step of the supply chain from fiber to consumer. Students will evaluate textiles and garments employing industry standard practices and explore expectations for product performance as well as the influence of fiber and fabric on tested properties.

Outcome 1: Be familiar with fashion and textile industry standards organizations, certification systems, and government regulatory agencies.

Outcome 2: : Be conversant with evaluative procedures commonly specified for textiles and sewn products.

Outcome 3: Be able to interpret testing data and relate it to product parameters and performance.

Outcome 4: Be able to communicate quality issues within the fashion industry and to the consumer.