screen making technician

3D printing process

The process of reproducing 3D objects by using 3D printing technologies.

properties of textile materials

The characteristics and properties of different textile and fabric materials. These include strength, flexibility, elasticity, softness, durability, heat insulation, low weight, water absorbency/repellence, dyeability and resistance to chemicals. Moreover, the influence of chemical composition and molecular arrangement of yarn and fibre properties and fabric structure on the physical properties of textile fabrics; the different fibre types; the materials used in different processes and the effect on materials as they are processed. 

health and safety in the textile industry

The requirements, rules and applications of health and safety measures in the textile industry.

printing techniques

The techniques and processes to reproduce text and images using a master form or template such as letterpress printing, gravure, and laser printing.

textile printing technology

Addition of colour partially, according to the designed pattern, onto textile based materials. Processes for adding coloured patterns onto textile materials using printing machines and techniques (rotary of flat bed screen printing or others, heat transfer, inkjet, etc.).

operate screen printing equipment for textiles

Operate equipment for textile screen printing considering specifications, the type of textile material, and the quantity for production. Foresee the necessary actions for screen and printing in textile.

bundle fabrics

Bundle fabrics and place several cut components together in a single package. Join related products and items together. Sort the cut fabrics and add them with the accessories required for assembling. Care for the adequate transportation to the sewing lines.

decorate textile articles

Decorate wearing apparels and made up textile articles by hand or using machines. Decorate textile articles with ornaments, braided cords, golden yarns, soutaches, jewellery, and cristals.

maintain control systems for automated equipment

Check, maintain and repair electrical and electronic elements. Check and update software of automated equipment.

tend textile printing machines

Operate textile printing machines keeping efficiency and productivity at high levels.

cut textiles

Cut textiles fitting to customers' desires and needs.

maintain equipment

Regularly inspect and perform all required activities to maintain the equipment in functional order prior or after its use.

prepare equipment for textile printing

Manufacture screens and prepare printing paste. Use tools and equipment associated with screen printing. Select screen types and mesh for appropriate substrates. Develop, dry and finish screen image. Prepare screens, test screens and printed quality.

research and development in textiles

Development of new concepts through the use of scientific and other methods of applied research.

textile chemistry

Chemical processing of textiles such as the reactions of textiles to chemicals.

textile industry

Major textile manufacturers on the market of various brands and materials.

textile technologies

Textile technologies to design, manufacture and evaluate the properties of textiles.

conduct textile testing operations

Prepare for textile testing and evaluation, gathering the test samples, conducting and recording tests, validating data and presenting results.

evaluate textile characteristics

Evaluate textiles and their properties in order to manufacture products in conformity with specifications.

oversee the printing of touristic publications

Manage the printing of marketing publications and materials for the promotion of tourism-related products.

oversee the design of touristic publications

Monitor the design of marketing publications and materials for the promotion of tourism-related products.