Competent use of digital and screen printing processes in the production of a fabric length [Learning Outcome 1].
Design interpretation and preparation for screen and digital print (Learning Outcome 2).
Peer support and self managed time (Learning Outcome 3).
Exploration of different repeat structures and independent research of current designers and markets (Learning Outcome 4).
Visualisation of your design on a product and exploitation of CAD skills (Learning Outcome 5)
Technical file of fabric print processes (Learning Outcome 6)

Key Information Set:
100% coursework

Building on the acquisition of workshop skills gained at Level Four, and generating imagery through drawing, mark-making and CAD generation, you will be introduced to a more specific technical print programme, including workshop Health and Safety training and focusing on the printing and dyeing of fabric. Technical competence will be developed and you will gain an increased understanding of design interpretation and preparation for screen and digital printing. This will include large-scale repeats, mixing inks and dyes, and exploring composition and arrangement. An emphasis on team-working and good workshop practice is paramount, together with good time management and organisational skills.
You will achieve sufficient technical proficiency to be able to appreciate the opportunities and constraints of the CAD software and to be able to integrate this into all aspects of your course work.
You will be expected to explore and manipulate various digital approaches relevant to surface design and be able to prepare art work suitable for digital printing and create visuals of your final print.

Whole group briefing
Small group briefing/seminar
Technical instruction/demonstrations
Mid-module formative feedback
Group critiques
Small group tutorial
individual tutorials
Blackboard

Key Information Set:
30% scheduled learning & teaching activities
70% guided independent learning

Surface Pattern Design Studio (H74) (H4 & H5)
Surface Decoration Workshop
Surface Pattern Computer Room (H75)
Computer workshop facilities and appropriate software
Access to bookable computer workshop space (digital imaging) with digital presentation hardware
Digital Fabric Printer

Bowles, M. (2009) Digital Textile Design (Portfolio Skills). Laurence King
Cole, D. (2009) The Pattern Sourcebook: A Century of Surface Design. Laurence King
Kinnersley-Taylor, J. (2003) Dyeing and Screen Printing on Textiles. A&C Black Publishers.
McNamara & Snelling. (1995) Design and Practice for Printed Textiles, Oxford University Press
Tallon, K. (2011) Digital Fashion Print: With Photoshop and Illustrator .Batsford Ltd
Wells, K. (1997) Fabric Dyeing and Printing. Conran Octopus.

In addition, a range of books and subject-specific periodicals and websites will be introduced to you throughout the module.