TEC 303 - The Art of Dyeing with Natural Dyes

Institution:

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth

Subject:

Textile Chemistry

Description:

The natural dyes used by throughout history. Methods relating to the extraction and preparation of the dyes from woods, bark, and insects are studied. Laboratory work consists of the preparation of the dye-baths and the actual application of the dyes to fabrics. Logwood, cochineal, madder, fustic, indigo, quercitron, osage orange and hypernic are some of the dyes utilized. The Textile Chemistry major will not be offered starting Fall 2005, but individual undergraduate and graduate courses will continue to be available to enable students to complete their programs. For requirements, see previous catalogues.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umassd.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 999-8000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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