DI 1130 Process and Manufacturing of Wood and its Derivatives

The aim of this course is for students to be able to learn and apply available technology and resources in order to create products and objects using wood and its derivatives. Students will also become acquainted with the processes to obtain wood derivatives and they will learn the physical and chemical properties of such derivatives. In addition, students will be capable of identifying the physical and chemical properties and conversion processes for wooden materials and natural fibers currently in the market.

DM 1300 Sewing Techniques and Garment Reconstruction

The aim of this course is for students to: (1) Acquire the basic skills for sewing and experimenting with different types of sewing machines, stitching and needlework. (2) Practice installing different kinds of zippers. (3) Master the application of attachable interfacing. (4) Acquire basic knowledge of garment construction and all the possibilities to form a variety of silhouettes around the body with different fabrics. (5) Become acquainted with different types of knitting. (6) Start developing their own design style.