Study Guide

Objectives (course unit)

The student is able to describe the different manufacturing methods, properties and uses of nonwovens.
The student shows an understanding of the quality requirements of the end product and is able to make suitable choices concerning the raw material, manufacturing and finishing methods.

Content (course unit)

Definition of nonwovens
Structure and properties of nonwovens.
Properties and applications of nonwovens produced by different methods
Production processes
Finishing of nonwovens
Standards and quality testing of nonwovens.
Applications and economics of nonwovens.
Nonwovens industry

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Knowing
The student is able to define nonwovens and their most common manufacturing processes and is able to name the applications of nonwovens.
Making
The student is able to solve simple problems that are comparable to the tasks covered in the course.
Being
The student takes responsibility for his or her own performance.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

knowing
The student is able to explain the manufacturing processes of nonwovens and their properties and is able to compare the quality and use of different nonwovens in different applications.
Making
The student is able to apply his / her knowledge and perform basic and more demanding tasks.
Being
The student takes responsibility for his / her performance and commits not only to his / her own activities but also to the activities of the group.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Knowing:
The student has a comprehensive understanding of the most important nonwovens and their manufacturing processes and is able to evaluate and apply their use in different processes and applications.
Making:
The student is able to solve challenging and applied tasks. The student is able to look for different solution options and justify his / her choice
Being:
The student is able to cooperate responsibly, flexibly and constructively.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Lectures, laboratory exercises, workshops, company visits, etc.

Learning materials

Lecture notes
Other material given during lectures and exercises
Literature
- Russell, S. J. (2022) Handbook of Nonwovens. San Diego: Elsevier Science & Technology.
- Chapman, R. A.. (2010). Applications of Nonwovens in Technical Textiles. Woodhead Publishing

Student workload

Total 6 credits, 160 h
Contact teaching 60 h
- lectures (including discussions, presentations etc.) 30 h
- exercises 26 h
- factory visit(s) 4 h
Weekly independent studying (reading lecture etc. materials) 28 h
Preparing presentations and reports 35 h
Preparing for the final assignment 37 h

Practical training and working life cooperation

Company visit(s)

Assessment criteria - fail (0) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Tasks not completed on time.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Knowing
The student is able to define nonwovens and their most common manufacturing processes and is able to name the applications of nonwovens.
Making
The student is able to solve simple problems that are comparable to the tasks covered in the course.
Being
The student takes responsibility for his or her own performance.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Knowing
The student is able to explain the manufacturing processes of nonwovens and their properties and is able to compare the quality and use of different nonwovens in different applications.
Making
The student is able to apply his / her knowledge and perform basic and more demanding tasks.
Being
The student takes responsibility for his / her performance and commits not only to his / her own activities but also to the activities of the group.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Knowing:
The student has a comprehensive understanding of the most important nonwovens and their manufacturing processes and is able to evaluate and apply their use in different processes and applications.
Making:
The student is able to solve challenging and applied tasks. The student is able to look for different solution options and justify his / her choice
Being:
The student is able to cooperate responsibly, flexibly and constructively.