Introduction to Textiles is the most comprehensive training system for today's textile, apparel and fashion-related industries. Used by companies and universities world-wide, this multimedia elearning system provides learning material direct to your computer.

Originally developed by academics at the University of Leeds, one of the leading centres for textile education and research, 'Introduction to Textiles' covers a wide range of subjects.

It was developed specifically for undergraduate and post graduate teaching at the world renowned University of Leeds, Department of Textile Industries. It has now been installed in over 20 countries and 100 organisations worldwide to provide ready access to comprehensive education and training material on textiles and apparel technology.

Since its introduction in 1995, it has provided over 40000 student hours of learning at the University of Leeds

Who is it for?

• Textile trainees and students
• Non-textile professionals who are now working in the industry

• Textile staff who have not completed formal training
• Textile and apparel specialists who wish to broaden their knowledge

Topics Covered

Approximately 80 hours of information divided into 61 topics with over 900 animations, graphics, photographs and videos, relating to the following topics, are presented as either a structured learning environment or a browseable resource.

Yarn Technology 1.0	Nonwoven Technology 1.0
Knitting Technology 1.0	Bleaching, Dyeing, Printing & Finishing 1.0
Weaving Technology 1.0	Clothing Technology 1.0
Woven Structures 1.0	Physical Testing & Quality Assurance 1.0

Features

• Text, graphics and photographs to explain and show concepts
• Video and animation sequences to illustrate processes and technology used
• Learning material is linked to a glossary of terms and a bibliography for further study
• Tests are available at the end of each completed section
• Content can be studied systematically or browsed for reference
• Visited pages are automatically flagged to register progress

Benefits

• Enhances and updates textile and apparel knowledge
• Provides education and training on demand
• No need to spend time away from the workplace to attend courses
• Shows the workings of textile and apparel machinery
• Simplifies complex textile and apparel techology concepts