Master, through this program, the advanced textile structures of openwork, mesh and non-woven fabrics that optimize the creation of top-quality products in sectors such as aerospace and automotive"

Textile Engineering has experienced over the last few years a notorious evolution closely linked to technological development and the consequent emergence of new design and production mechanisms. As a result, a number of materials and processes have emerged to efficiently create fire-resistant clothing used by firefighters and to produce artificial tendons used in surgical procedures. These benefits provided to different fields of society mean that the engineer specialized in textile creation has excellent professional prospects.

For this reason TECH has opted to design this academic program, through which the student will obtain the deepest and most up-to-date knowledge about Textile Engineering in order to specialize in a sector immersed in constant growth. Throughout this degree, you will learn the best preparation procedures for waterproof, water-repellent and flame-retardant finishes, and you will integrate in your work the new strategies to evaluate the quality of fabrics. You will also delve into the development of textile applications for different industries such as automotive, architecture and construction, and healthcare.

Since this degree is developed through a 100% online mode, the engineer will be able to manage their own study time in order to achieve a fully effective learning process. Excellent didactic materials such as complementary readings, explanatory videos and interactive summaries are also available. This means that you will get a 24-hour accessible education, fully adapted to your professional activities and your personal academic tastes.

Throughout this educational program, you will learn about new textile applications in the construction, automotive and healthcare industries"

This Professional master’s degree in Textile Engineering contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

• Case studies presented by experts in Textile Engineering and Textile Finishes
• The graphic, schematic and mainly practical contents of the program provide practical and technical information on those disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This Professional master’s degree will allow you to learn about the preparation procedures for waterproof, water-repellent and fire-resistant preparations which make possible the creation of clothing used by firefighters"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersion education programmed to learn in real situations.

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that are presented throughout the academic course. For this purpose, students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Enjoy a 100% online format that will allow you to study without the need to make uncomfortable trips to an academic center"

Balance this excellent education course with your professional and personal activities thanks to the teaching facilities that TECH offers"

The syllabus of this program is composed of 10 modules with which the engineer will delve into the most up-to-date ins and outs of Textile Engineering applied to different industries, with special emphasis on the fashion industry. The didactic materials accessible during the duration of this Professional master’s degree are available in a variety of formats such as an explanatory video, an interactive summary and self-assessment tests. With this, TECH's goal is to offer to its students 100% online learning, based on the personal and academic requirements of each student.

This Professional master’s degree has a program of studies designed by the best experts in the area of Textile Engineering, who will provide you with the most complete knowledge in this field"

Module 1. Fibers and Yarns for Textile Product Design

1.1. Textile Fibers

1.1.1. Nature of Textile Fibers
1.1.2. High performance fibers
1.1.3. Identification, classification and description of textile fibers
1.1.4. Physical and chemical morphology of textile fibers and their specific characteristics

1.2. Textile fiber obtaining methods

1.2.1. Methodology and specific technologies for the production of fibers according to their nature
1.2.2. Physical Method
1.2.3. Chemical Method

1.3. Industrial processes in yarn manufacturing

1.3.1. The carding process and the obtaining of nappa
1.3.1. The steps of drafting and determination of parameters
1.3.2. Spinning types in the industrial process

1.4. Innovations in the finishing process during fiber extraction

1.4.1. Types of fiber finishes and their function
1.4.2. Application and functionality of microcapsules in the spinning process
1.4.3. Innovations in the finishing process during fiber extraction

1.5. Innovations in the finishing process during yarn manufacturing

1.5.1. Application of finishes during the different industrial steps
1.5.2. Transformation of basic yarn characteristics with the application of finishes
1.5.3. Specific applications and techniques for intrinsically modified yarns

1.6. High performance fibers

1.6.1. Specifications and characteristics of high mechanical performance fibers
1.6.2. Specifications and characteristics of high thermal performance fibers
1.6.3. Innovations in the field of nanofibers and biofibers

1.7. Advanced techniques in spinning processes to obtain yarns. New fiber developments

1.7.1. Innovations in modified natural fiber yarns
1.7.2. New natural textile fibers of recent discovery and/or recovery of their use in industry
1.7.3. Technological innovations for the spinning of staple, regenerated and recovered fibers

1.8. Specific wool fiber processes and spinning processes

1.8.1. The wool cleaning process and its environmental problems
1.8.2. Spinning processes of wool fibers
1.8.3. Specific applications and techniques in the use of wool as fiber

1.9. Fancy yarns for fashion and home textile applications

1.9.1. Process of obtaining fancy yarns
1.9.2. Applications of fancy yarns in the fashion industry. Examples:
1.9.3. Applications of fancy yarns in the home textile sector. Examples:

1.10. Smart Yarns (Smart Yarns)

1.10.1. Types of smart yarns
1.10.2. Smart yarn applications in industrial sectors
1.10.3. High-performance technologies and applications with intelligent yarns

Module 2. Textile Structures of Openwork, Mesh and Non-Woven Fabrics

2.1. Textile structures

2.1.1. Basic characteristics. Technologies and methods
2.1.2. Mechanical characteristics. Methods and results
2.1.3. Chemical characteristics. Methods and results

2.2. Methods of obtaining openwork textile structures. Analysis

2.2.1. Looms and their design
2.2.2. Textile structures of openwork. Analysis and Design
2.2.3. Fabrics and Jacquard technology. Identification and analysis

2.3. Methods used to obtain mesh or knitted textile structures. Analysis

2.3.1. Processes and weaving looms. Identification and classification
2.3.2. Mesh fabrics. Characteristics and structural parameters
2.3.3. Mesh structures and range of technical applications according to the technology used. Identification

2.4. Methods used to obtain nonwoven fabrics. Analysis

2.4.1. Nonwoven fabrics. Key Features
2.4.2. Nonwoven fabric forming and processing technologies
2.4.3. Technical application ranges for nonwoven fabrics

2.5. Innovations in the industrial sector of weaving technologies

2.5.1. New machinery developments in the last decades for the design of openwork fabrics
2.5.2. Openwork fabrics. Multi-sectoral approach within the industry
2.5.3. Sustainability. Producers of openwork textiles, utilization of pre-consumer remnants

2.6. Innovations in the industrial sector of netting technologies

2.6.1. Changes and innovations in netting machinery
2.6.2. Hightech applications of mesh structures in highly complex industrial sectors
2.6.3. Adaptation of netting industries to environmental requirements

2.7. Development and technological innovation in the field of nonwovens

2.7.1. Development of highly specific machinery for the utilization of leftovers
2.7.2. Nonwovens as a solution for the adaptation and transformation of the textile industry
2.7.3. Hightech applications of nonwovens in complex and advanced technology sectors

2.8. Design of openwork textile structures

2.8.1. Parameter settings for designing openwork fabrics
2.8.2. Determination of applications for specific designs of openwork
2.8.3. Recirculating design of openwork textile structures

2.8.3.1. Key aspects for reintroducing textiles back into the value chain

2.9. Design of textile mesh structures

2.9.1. Setting the parameters for designing mesh fabrics
2.9.2. Determination of applications for specific mesh designs
2.9.3. Recirculating design of textile mesh structures

2.9.3.1. Key aspects for reintroducing textiles back into the value chain

2.10. Design of nonwoven fabrics

2.10.1. Parameter settings for designing nonwoven fabrics
2.10.2. Determination of applications for specific nonwoven fabrics designs
2.10.3. Recircular design of nonwoven fabrics

2.10.3.1. Key aspects for reintroducing textiles back into the value chain

Module 3. Preparation Processes in Finishing and Sizing, Dyeing and Printing

3.1. Dyeing, finishing and printing preparation processes

3.1.1. Classification of textile finishing. Differentiation according to type
3.1.2. Ecofinishing operations within the production line for textile products of textile products
3.1.3. Processes for the preparation of fabrics intended for industrial garment manufacturing and associated sub-processes

3.2. Products and processes used in sizing. Classification

3.2.1. Washing and optical brightening agents
3.2.2. Additives, teas and softeners according to their nature
3.2.3. The gluing process and its function

3.3. Products and processes for crease-resistant, shrink-resistant and stain-resistant coatings

3.3.1. Processes on cotton, viscose and wool fabrics
3.3.2. Water- and oil-repellent (stain-resistant) finishes
3.3.3. Coating Wash and Wear

3.4. Waterproof, water-repellent and flame-retardant coatings

3.4.1. Waterproof coatings on textile substrates. Applications
3.4.2. Water repellent coatings on textile substrates. Applications
3.4.3. Waterproof coatings on textile substrates. Applications

3.5. Antiseptic and anti-static preparations

3.5.1. Fungicide and anti-mildew preservatives. Products
3.5.2. Insecticide preservatives. Products
3.5.3. Anti-static agents. Classification

3.6. Matting, fulling and charring operations

3.6.1. Process and products for matting
3.6.2. Fulling process and products
3.6.3. Charring process and products

3.7. Complementary operations to finishing

3.7.1. Drying operations
3.7.2. Transitory and permanent tissue widening operations
3.7.3. Condensation operations

3.8. Chemical and mechanical finishing

3.8.1. Modifying, additive, waterproof, water-repellent, flame-retardant, fire-retardant, antiseptic and antiseptic finishes
3.8.2. Fabric finishing

3.8.2.1. Calendering, palmering, pressing, steaming, decatizing, harnessing, shearing, shrink finishing, pleating, folding and Pilling elimination

3.8.3. Differences between sizing and finishing of protein fibers, cellulosic fibers and synthetic fibers

3.9. Processes and operations in dyeing

3.9.1. Preparation of substrates for dyeing
3.9.2. Dyeing products and processes depending on the fiber being treated
3.9.3. Environmental impact of dyeing processes and improvement innovations

3.10. Processes and operations in textile printing

3.10.1. Types of textile printing
3.10.2. Adequacy of textile printing according to textile substrate
3.10.3. Printing innovations over the last decades

Module 4. Characterization and Evaluation of Fabric Quality

4.1. Structure and Properties of Fabrics

4.1.1. Fabrics as anisotropic materials
4.1.2. Continuous models

4.1.2.1. Fabrics as a continuous material without regard to microstructure

4.1.3. Discontinued models

4.1.3.1. Fabric analysis based on the information of its components

4.2. Categories of fabric properties

4.2.1. Textile substrate structural parameters
4.2.2. Functional parameters on the properties of fabric utilization
4.2.3. Parameters of manufacturability suitable for industrial manufacturing operations

4.3. Behavior of textiles against fluids

4.3.1. Specific properties with respect to air permeability
4.3.2. Resistance to water infiltration

4.3.2.1. Tests under hydrostatic pressure and water resistance

4.3.3. Water steam permeability and moisture resistance of fabrics

4.4. Performance of textiles in use

4.4.1. Pilling effect on the surface of the tissues and evaluation methods
4.4.2. Spinning parameters and fabric parameters. Effects on the wear behavior of fabrics
4.4.3. Abrasion and wrinkle resistance. Methods of Analysis
4.4.4. Thermal conductivity of fabrics and evaluation tests

4.5. Fabric manufacturability. The success of industrial manufacturing operations

4.5.1. Textile manufacturability evaluation equipment and tests
4.5.2. Behavior of textiles when cut, sewn and ironed
4.5.3. Seam strength. Tensile and tearing methods

4.6. Other measures of seam behavior in fabrics

4.6.1. Global standards applicable in the determination of seams
4.6.2. Burst strength and measurement tests
4.6.3. Fabric compression force and its influence on the human body

4.7. Fabric Hand. Interpretation by changing socio-cultural patterns

4.7.1. Subjective measurement of textiles
4.7.2. Evaluation according to geographic and interpretation variability
4.7.3. Kawabata method. Objective evaluation of a traditionally subjective technique

4.8. Mechanical properties of fabrics

4.8.1. Tensile strength, measuring equipment and parameters
4.8.2. Flexural strength and its measurements
4.8.3. Surface analysis. Coefficient of friction and roughness
4.8.4. Thickness and grammage calculations

4.9. Static sag of fabrics

4.9.1. Principles and objectives of the test
4.9.2. Types of drapometers for measurement
4.9.3. Analytical study of the fall. Indicators

4.10. Other textile analysis methods

4.10.1. Compression module and voluminosity of fabrics
4.10.2. Thermal module. Fabric-human body heat transfer
4.10.3. Deformation of fabrics. Flexural module

Module 5. Fashion Textile Product Design

5.1. Textile sector change. Fashion trends

5.1.1. 19th Century The golden century of textiles in the West
5.1.2. 20th Century The decline and the influence of the world wars on fashion and the textile industry
5.1.3. 21st Century Globalization and the evolution of the textile sector. Limitations and new adjacent challenges

5.2. Fashion Advanced methods

5.2.1. Western vision of fashion
5.2.2. Breaking stereotypes and transgression. Openness to new fashion methods and concepts
5.2.3. 21st century societies and the adaptability of fashion to new customs and uses

5.3. Sociology of fashion

5.3.1. The role of fashion in society
5.3.2. Contributions of fashion to human behavior
5.3.3. The role of fashion as an agent of social stratification

5.4. Materials for the design of textile products in the fashion sector

5.4.1. Classification of textile materials according to the specifications and properties for each product
5.4.2. Trimmings and beadwork. Characteristics and limitations
5.4.3. Fashion accessories. Selection criteria beyond the aesthetic function

5.5. Fashion design. Technical approach

5.5.1. Elementary components of a fashion collection
5.5.2. Distinction and classification of fashion collections. Fashion at different scales
5.5.3. Determining factors in a fashion collection destined for production

5.6. Technical data sheets for a fashion collection

5.6.1. Artistic package

5.6.1.1. Sketching, styling, Moodboards, collection inspiration and colors

5.6.2. Technical design package

5.6.2.1. Descriptive drawing and technical drawing data sheets: measurements and seams

5.6.3. Pattern package

5.6.3.1. Basic pattern data sheets: transformation, industrialization and scaling

5.7. Comprehension and development of collection production

5.7.1. Determination and measurement of the pattern
5.7.2. Technical aspects of cutting and its multiple systems
5.7.3. Preparation for tailoring

5.7.3.1. Sewing symbology data sheets, list of phases and production chart

5.8. The production of a fashion collection. Preparation and validation

5.8.1. Development and validation of prototypes, modifications and specifications
5.8.2. Staging and Shooting. Important Aspects
5.8.3. Collection evaluation and conclusion of the fashion Book

5.9. The production of a fashion collection. Key Criteria

5.9.1. Determination of the production order. Selection Criteria
5.9.2. Selection criteria Limitations and production monitoring criteria
5.9.3. External production. Relevant issues and criteria

5.10. Preparing the collection for sale

5.10.1. Determination of final results
5.10.2. Criteria for labeling and packaging selection
5.10.3. Distribution logistics. Logical approaches

Module 6. Pattern Making Techniques in the Fashion Industry

6.1. Pattern-making methods

6.1.1. Pattern making on mannequins. Tailor-made pattern making
6.1.2. Industrial pattern making. Pattern making techniques according to different academies
6.1.3. Specific pattern making. Corsetry, tailoring, lingerie and knitwear

6.2. Pattern making techniques on mannequins

6.2.1. Elaboration of patterns according to the Moulage technique
6.2.2. Pattern making according to Deppari's technique
6.2.3. Pattern making according to the Eometric Technique

6.3. Men's industrial pattern making

6.3.1. Determination of measurements and distribution of sizes according to size charts
6.3.2. Elaboration of basic patterns: body, sleeves, pants and outerwear
6.3.3. Transformation and industrialization techniques of male patterns

6.4. Industrial pattern making for women

6.4.1. Determination of measurements and distribution of sizes according to size charts
6.4.2. Elaboration of basic patterns: body, sleeves, skirt, pants and outerwear
6.4.3. Techniques of transformation and industrialization of female patterns

6.5. Industrial pattern making for children

6.5.1. Determination of measurements and distribution of sizes according to size charts
6.5.2. Elaboration of basic patterns for babies and children from 0 to 12 years old
6.5.3. Techniques for the transformation and industrialization of children's patterns

6.6. Digitalization and scaling of patterns

6.6.1. Automatic pattern digitizing systems
6.6.2. Manual and industrial systems for pattern scaling
6.6.3. Calculation and distribution of measurements in the standard scaling process

6.7. Sizing theory

6.7.1. Sizing according to the type of fabrics
6.7.2. Manual and automatic methodologies for sizing
6.7.3. Sizing calculation according to fabric performance parameters

6.8. Cutting methodologies and systems

6.8.1. Fabric cutting. Production plan
6.8.2. Manual and automatic tools for the fabric cutting process
6.8.3. Preparation and distribution of cutting packs prior to the manufacturing process

6.9. Production systems in the garment industry

6.9.1. Manual production systems in the garment industry
6.9.2. Automatic and synchronized production systems in the garment industry
6.9.3. Unit production systems in the garment industry

6.10. Quality control in the garment industry

6.10.1. Study of the technical quality control method
6.10.2. International standards and protocols of action
6.10.3. Principles of quality control in clothing manufacturing

Module 7. Manufacture of Textile Products for Fashion Use

7.1. The garment industry

7.1.1. Structure of the garment industry
7.1.2. Classification of sectors within the garment industry
7.1.3. Products and industrial organization in the garment industry. Types

7.2. The sewing process. Types of seams

7.2.1. Classification of seams according to typology
7.2.2. Conventional seams with traditional machinery
7.2.3. New types of textile joints. Technological Advances

7.3. Conventional sewing. Machinery and needle types

7.3.1. Classification of sewing machinery according to applications and processes
7.3.2. Needle typology. Classification, definition and uses according to garment type
7.3.3. Preparation and finishing machinery in garment making

7.4. Materials in the manufacturing process

7.4.1. Stitches and sewing symbologies in the textile manufacturing process
7.4.2. List of phases and time calculations
7.4.3. Process replicability. Quality control principles

7.5. Organization and management of the cutting and sewing industry

7.5.1. Management principles within the industry
7.5.2. Design, marketing and financial department. Functionality and tasks
7.5.3. Production and operations departments. Functionality and tasks

7.6. Finishing in fashion garments

7.6.1. Cleaning and ironing operations. Typology
7.6.2. Distinction, design and methods in labeling operations and certifications
7.6.3. Packaging. Criteria and innovations in the packaging and wrapping of garments

7.7. Manufacture of conventional fashion garments

7.7.1. Methodology of the knitwear manufacturing process
7.7.2. Methodology of the manufacturing process in openwork fabrics
7.7.3. Methodology of the sewing process in other specific fabrics

7.7.3.1. Non-woven fabrics, quilted fabrics, linings, and printed fabrics

7.8. Manufacture of specific or luxury garments

7.8.1. Methodology of the knitwear manufacturing process
7.8.2. Methodology of the manufacturing process in openwork fabrics
7.8.3. Methodology of the sewing process in other specific fabrics

7.8.3.1. Non-woven fabrics, quilted fabrics, linings, and printed fabrics

7.9. Manufacture of knitted garments

7.9.1. Methodology of the knitwear manufacturing process
7.9.2. Methodology of the manufacturing process in openwork fabrics
7.9.3. Methodology of the sewing process in other specific fabrics

7.9.3.1. Non woven fabrics, quilting, lining, and printing

7.10. Fast Fashion vs. Slow Fashion, Sectoral transformation. Paradigm shift in the garment industry

7.10.1. Organization of the garment industry focused on Fast Fashion
7.10.2. Organization of the garment industry according to Slow Fashion
7.10.3. Industry adaptation to the new paradigm. Challenges, limitations and proposals

Module 8. Development of Textile Applications for Different Industries. Multisectorial Approach

8.1. Textiles in the construction sector

8.1.1. Fiber-reinforced cements
8.1.2. Fiberglass applications in construction
8.1.3. The uses of synthetic fibers and ceramics in construction

8.2. Use of textiles in architecture and construction

8.2.1. Cements reinforced with textile structures
8.2.2. Applications of mesh structures in construction
8.2.3. Textile architecture and tensile structures. Tensile materials

8.3. Nonwoven structures used in the construction industry

8.3.1. Use of nonwoven fabrics for construction purposes. Methodology and technique
8.3.2. The incorporation of nonwoven fabrics in construction. Limitations and problems
8.3.3. Applications of nonwoven fabrics intended for construction and public works

8.4. Composed materials: high potential as reinforcements in architecture and construction

8.4.1. Composed materials at a global level. Situation and outlook
8.4.2. Types of composed materials. Definition and Classification
8.4.3. Composed materials destined for construction. Specific Applications

8.5. The construction sector, link with the textile sector. News and trends

8.5.1. Trends in production and markets
8.5.2. Technological advances in the sector and in the implementation of 4.0 industry
8.5.3. Prospects for improvement in the sector

8.5.3.1. Solutions to the climate crisis, new needs and requirements

8.6. Development of textiles for the aeronautics and aerospace sector

8.6.1. Global analysis of the aeronautical and aerospace sector

8.6.1.1. The market for textiles in the aeronautical and aerospace sector

8.6.2. Application of composed materials in the aeronautical and aerospace sector
8.6.3. Thermoplastics and carbon fibers for the aeronautical and aerospace sector

8.7. Development of textiles for the automotive sector

8.7.1. Global analysis of the automotive sector

8.7.1.1. The textile market within the automotive sector

8.7.2. Application of textile materials within the automotive industry
8.7.3. New developments in textile structures and nonwoven fabrics for the automotive sector

8.8. Home textiles. Use of textiles in interior design

8.8.1. Global analysis of the interior design industry

8.8.1.1. The textile market within the interior design industry

8.8.2. Indoor and outdoor textile applications
8.8.3. Advanced trends in interior decoration and interior design with textiles

8.9. Geotextiles and geomembranes

8.9.1. The geotextile and geomembrane manufacturing industry. Global analysis

8.9.1.1. The textile market within the geotextile and geomembrane manufacturing industry

8.9.2. Applications of geomembranes and geotextiles
8.9.3. Innovations in the field of geotextiles and geomembranes

8.10. Trends in the transversality of the textile sector. New approaches and new markets

8.10.1. Analysis of industrial sectors using textiles
8.10.2. Analysis of textile products with use and application in different industrial sectors. Problems and limitations of the textile sector in this field
8.10.3. Innovations and adaptability of the textile sector to the new demands and needs of the market

Module 9. Development of Textile Applications for the Health Sector

9.1. Classification of textiles according to their use in the healthcare sector

9.1.1. Textile structures for care and hygiene
9.1.2. Textile structures intended for the protection of healthcare professionals
9.1.3. Antibacterial, antimicrobial textile structures for main use in operating rooms and post-operative rooms

9.2. Traditional uses of textiles in the healthcare sector

9.2.1. Presence of textiles in medicine
9.2.2. Adaptations and innovations of textiles according to needs in the medical sector
9.2.3. Textiles for medical use. Vision for the future

9.3. Textile structures for surgical uses

9.3.1. Special yarns
9.3.2. Special fibers
9.3.3. Special coatings

9.4. Smart fabrics. Uses in the social and health care field

9.4.1. Classification of vulnerable social and health groups
9.4.2. Socio-health centers. Uses, needs and concerns
9.4.3. Smart textile solutions for caregiving

9.5. Textile sensors for healthcare applications

9.5.1. Electronic smart textiles and their use in health care
9.5.2. Limitations of electronic smart fabrics
9.5.3. Use of e-textiles for the healthcare environment

9.6. Medicine and textiles. Medical applications

9.6.1. Textile applications as medicine. Uses and requirements
9.6.2. Real examples of medicines in textile format
9.6.3. Innovations in the use of new textiles as medicines

9.7. Technologies and development of textile structures and nonwoven fabrics for hygiene and care purposes

9.7.1. Textile structures according to technology used
9.7.2. Classification of textile structures according to their uses in the hygienic and care field
9.7.3. Correct recycling of textile structures focused on care and hygiene

9.8. Development of nonwoven fabrics for healthcare applications

9.8.1. Development of antibacterial and antimicrobial nonwovens for the healthcare sector
9.8.2. Nonwoven fabrics for operating room and postoperative use
9.8.3. Development of drug-releasing membranes

9.9. Protective fabrics in the healthcare field

9.9.1. COVID-19 phenomenon and the search for protective textile materials
9.9.2. Traditional protective fabrics in the healthcare field
9.9.3. Innovations in protective fabrics in the healthcare field. Post-COVID reflections

9.10. Materials and trends in medicine using textiles

9.10.1. New fibers and their use in medicine
9.10.2. Therapeutic and rehabilitation textiles
9.10.3. Biomaterials and regenerative medicine

Module 10. Sustainability in the Textile Industry

10.1. Sustainability in the textile industry. Consumption and recycling

10.1.1. The energy consumption of textiles
10.1.2. Water consumption in the development of textiles
10.1.3. Properties, durability and recycling issues

10.2. Environmental impact of textiles

10.2.1. Environmental impact during the production process
10.2.2. Environmental impact during the use of textiles
10.2.3. Environmental impact during the post-consumer phase

10.3. Environmental impact of the fashion industry

10.3.1. Excess production and high stocks. Problems
10.3.2. Compulsive consumption of clothing in society and the problem of recycling
10.3.3. Lack of legislation and selective collection of post-consumer textiles

10.4. Application of new criteria in consumption and post-consumption of textiles

10.4.1. The textile problem
10.4.2. International regulations
10.4.3. New trends and challenges post 2025. Forecast

10.5. Sustainable development and circular economy

10.5.1. Implementation of circular economy
10.5.2. Critical services, barriers and risks for the transition from linear to circular
10.5.3. Sustainable development goals

10.6. Environmental footprints of different textile compositions

10.6.1. The environmental footprint of polyester
10.6.2. Organic cotton as a solution to environmental problems
10.6.3. Coarse fibers as new, resistant and biodegradable materials

10.7. Sustainable applications from the use of new fibers

10.7.1. PLA or polylactic acid as a plastic substitute
10.7.2. New applications from coconut and coconut fiber
10.7.3. The potential of corn fibers

10.8. Biomaterials to minimize environmental impact

10.8.1. Properties and characterization of biomaterials
10.8.2. Use of biomaterials in the textile industry
10.8.3. Biomaterials limitations

10.9. Sustainability of Fast Fashion

10.9.1. The logistics and value chain of the Fast Fashion model
10.9.2. Optimization, operations control and cost minimization
10.9.3. Environmental and Social Impacts of Fast Fashion Methods

10.10. Sustainability of Slow Fashion

10.10.1. The potential of second-hand fashion
10.10.2. Local consumption and local production. New consumption and production
10.10.3. New slow fashion trends. Synergies and limitations

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