Introduction to textile printing
Issued by
The Woolmark Company
Earners of the Introduction to textile printing badge have a foundational knowledge of printing in the textile industry. They are familiar with a range of common commercial printing techniques and technologies used to create colour and interest in textiles and garments. Badge holders appreciate the key aspects to consider when selecting and using particular print technologies across a range of fabrics, including those created using wool and wool-blend yarns.
- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
- Time Hours
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Successfully complete the Woolmark Learning Centre’s Introduction to printing course, passing all knowledge checks
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Describe the most common printing methods and technologies used in the commercial textile printing industry.
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Provide a high-level overview of the history of textile printing technologies.
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Outline the key processes required to prepare textiles for various printing applications.
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Outline, at a high level, the impact the physical and chemical attributes of various fibres and fabrics have when selecting suitable print methods and colourants.
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Appreciate the key elements of the design and production process for a range of print technologies.
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Differentiate between the different printing methods used for wool and other fibres and highlight the advantages and disadvantages of each method.
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Outline the key impacts of textile printing on the environment and discuss how the textile industry is addressing some of these impacts.