Course Description
Contemporary research topics in one or more disciplines represented by areas of research in Textiles, Merchandising and Interiors. An introduction to research areas that are considered emerging and current related to consumer, families, and industry.
Athena Title
Contemporary Topics TMI
Prerequisite
Permission of department
Semester Course Offered
Not offered on a regular basis.
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
To develop an understanding of one or more research disciplines in the department. To develop a knowledge framework that will contribute to the student’s skills in research. To develop an appreciation of the literature. To develop skills in critically reading and evaluating scholarly works. To develop the communication skills necessary for professional success.
Topical Outline
The topics will vary each time the course is offered because it depends upon what is of current and contemporary research interest at the time. This includes the following examples: Bioplastics-biocomposites from renewable resources, smart textiles and medical textiles. Fashion and visual culture in Latin America. Global Issues in the textile, apparel and interiors business and industry. Marketing cultural textile and apparel products. Online shopping experience. Social responsible consumer behavior. Social sustainability. Social and political aspects of dress. Strategic sourcing an supplier selection in the textile, apparel, retail network.
Syllabus
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