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SUMMARY:Textiles Staff and Faculty Breakfast on Day of Giving
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we show our appreciation for YOU at the Textiles Staff and Faculty Day of Giving Breakfast\, hosted by the Wilson College of Textiles and the North Carolina Textile Foundation\, on March 26\, 2025. \nThis special event — which is only open to staff and faculty in the Wilson College of Textiles — is our way of thanking you for your dedication while also allowing you to learn more about Day of Giving and its impact. Breakfast will be served in the ZTE Breakroom. Don’t worry if you can’t stay long; you will be able to grab breakfast and go! Staff and faculty donors (who give a gift of any amount) will receive a free\, exclusive Day of Giving t-shirt while supplies last!\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/textiles-staff-and-faculty-breakfast-on-day-of-giving/
LOCATION:Wilson College of Textiles\, 1020 Main Campus Drive\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Textiles
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SUMMARY:Lean Six Sigma: Master Black Belt Advanced Lean\, Error Proofing and Design of Experiments
DESCRIPTION:Master Black Belts are change agents who lead Lean Six Sigma projects at an enterprise level. Their efforts include deployment\, training\, coaching\, mentoring\, and providing technical support to Green Belts and Black Belts. NC State’s Master Black Belt (MBB) Certification provides a structured path for achieving your MBB certification with an emphasis on in-depth learning of statistics and leadership skills. The program consists of four weeks of training which will take place on NC State’s campus.\n \nPrerequisite: Six Sigma Black Belt certification from NC State University or other approved non-NC State organizations. A copy of your Black Belt certificate will suffice as evidence.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/lean-six-sigma-master-black-belt-advanced-lean-error-proofing-and-design-of-experiments/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Textiles,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Wilson College of Textiles Fall 2024 Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:Wilson College of Textiles\, Convocation Center\n1020 Main Campus Dr.\, Raleigh\, NC 27695\n \nThe Wilson College of Textiles Career Fair will be held on Thursday\, Oct. 17\, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.\n  \nEvent Coordinator\nIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act\, NC State will honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. Direct accommodation requests to:\n \nJeff Sackaroff\, director of Career Services at jeff_sackaroff@ncsu.edu.
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/wilson-college-of-textiles-fall-2024-career-fair/
LOCATION:Wilson College of Textiles\, 1020 Main Campus Drive\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Textiles
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SUMMARY:2024 AI in the Textile and Fashion Industries at NC State
DESCRIPTION:Following the Techtextil event\, this one-day conference will feature keynote presentations\, panel discussions and interactive sessions\, offering attendees invaluable insights into the ways AI is driving efficiency\, fostering business growth\, promoting sustainability\, and enhancing consumer engagement.\n \nAn NC State University-issued certificate of completion will be provided.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nCurious about how Al (artificial intelligence) is revolutionizing our industries and transforming work? Join us for the “Al in the Textile and Fashion Industries” conference\, presented by FTBEC (Fashion and Textile Business Excellence Cooperative) at the Wilson College of Textiles\, North Carolina State University.\n \nPrepare for captivating discussions\, engaging dialogues\, and invaluable networking opportunities as we explore Al’s boundless potential in shaping textiles and fashion. Academia and industry professionals will share perspectives on Al driving efficiency\, fostering growth\, promoting sustainability\, and enhancing consumer engagement.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n 
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/2024-ai-in-the-textile-and-fashion-industries-at-nc-state/
LOCATION:Wilson College of Textiles\, 1020 Main Campus Drive\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Textiles
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SUMMARY:Techtexil North America: Technical Textile and Nonwovens Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Driven by advancements in smart textiles\, agricultural and automotive technologies\, medical and defense textiles\, as well as a rising demand for sports apparel\, the technical textile industry is witnessing a sharp growth.\n  \n\nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n\n \nTechtextil North America 2024 is your opportunity to: \n\n\nStay up to date with the latest products and technologies\nMake new B2B connections and deals\nStrengthen your presence in the textile arena\n\n\n \nThis two-day event is held in Raleigh\, North Carolina\, home to NC State University’s College of Textiles\, the Textile Protection and Comfort Center and the Nonwovens Institute. The city also boasts a convenient international airport\, quality hotels and fabulous restaurants\, attracting attendees and exhibitors from all over the world.\n \nDon’t miss the chance to be part of this premier event! Register now for Early Bird Pricing!\n  \n\nMORE INFORMATION
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/techtexil-north-america-technical-textile-and-nonwovens-showcase/
LOCATION:Raleigh Convention Center\, 500 South Salisbury Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601
CATEGORIES:Textiles
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SUMMARY:Wilson College of Textiles - Textile Fundamentals Course: 12/04/2023
DESCRIPTION:Also Offered:\n\nAvailable online at any time \n\n\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nDescription\nTextile Fundamentals\, our most popular course\, provides you with a comprehensive\, in-depth study of the entire textile process from fiber formation through finishing. Lectures\, coupled with visits to our textile manufacturing laboratories\, will provide you with a true working knowledge of textile processing. Be sure to register early\, because this one consistently sells out fast!\n  \nWhat You Will Learn:\n\nFibers and Fiber Properties\nFilament and Spun Yarn Formation\nFabric Formation Systems\nColor and Dyeing\nChemical and Mechanical Finishing\n\n  \nWhy You Should Attend:\n\nAcquire technical knowledge to make informed management decisions\nDevelop an understanding of the entire textile formation chain\nReceive first-class instruction supplemented by tours of our state-of-the-art model manufacturing facility\nMeet participants in all fields of the industry and the NC State University College of Textiles teaching staff\n\n  \nWho Should Attend\nThose who wish to improve their understanding of the basic technology of the textile industry – managers\, supervisors\, purchasing agents\, researchers\, cost accountants\, information systems\, sales\, product development\, technical service and financial personnel – who work with or for the textile industry.\n  \nPrice:\n\n$1\,495 per participant (in-person)\n$1400 per participant (full self-paced online)\n$100 per module (Textile Fundamentals Microlearning Program)\n\n \nClosed-toed shoes are required while attending this course.\n \n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/wilson-college-of-textiles-textile-fundamentals-course-12-04-2023/
LOCATION:Wilson College of Textiles\, 1020 Main Campus Drive\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Textiles
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SUMMARY:Wilson College of Textiles - Design Thinking Course
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER TO ATTEND\n \nExpand your ability to deal with complex\, ill-defined challenges by obtaining your design thinking certification from the NC State Wilson College of Textiles.\n  \nDescription\nDesign thinking is a robust set of concepts\, tools\, and methods which have evolved to help deal with complex\, ill-defined challenges. In this course\, you will learn how a diverse team can use human-centered insights to derive innovative products and services at lower risk that better address stakeholders’ needs and desires.\n  \nProgram Format Learn by Doing\nThe introduction to design thinking course involves four days of immersion in the theory and practice of design thinking. This course will consist of lectures\, exercises\, and project work designed to help you develop your “creative confidence” and facilitate design thinking projects.Give your team a strategic advantage by learning the concepts\, tools\, and methods of design thinking.\n  \nLearn How To:\n\nUse design thinking concepts\, tools and methods\nUse human-centered research methods to deeply understand stakeholders’ needs\, wants\, and preferences\nCreate and lead diverse teams\nCo-create and test prototypes of innovative solutions\nMinimize the risk associated with developing innovative products and services\n\n  \nWho Should Attend\nThis course is appropriate for both public and private sector professionals from any industry who are tasked with dealing with complex\, ill-defined challenges within their organization\, such as: \n\nC-Suite Executives\nRegional or Divisional Managers\nDepartment Managers\nInnovation Leaders\nOrganization and Social Change Agents\nImprovement Professionals\n\n  \nInstructional Hours\n24\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/wilson-college-of-textiles-design-thinking-course/
LOCATION:Wilson College of Textiles\, 1020 Main Campus Drive\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Textiles
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SUMMARY:Wilson College of Textiles - Knit and Woven Fabric Design and Development Course
DESCRIPTION:This course reviews the mechanics of weft and warp knitting and weaving\, details fiber and yarn selection\, discusses fabric types for developing end-use products and examines the relationship between fabric design and fabric properties.\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nDescription\nGeared for professionals in sourcing\, product development\, fabric development\, production\, and merchandising of fabrics\, Knit and Woven Fabric Design and Development reviews the mechanics of weft and warp knitting and weaving\, details fiber and yarn selection\, discusses fabric types for developing end-use products and examines the relationship between fabric design and fabric properties. This course enhances the learning process with comprehensive design and fabric analysis exercises.\n  \nWhat You Will Learn:\n\nKey fabric properties for knits and wovens\nWhich factors affect fabric properties\nNecessary steps in the production of fabrics\nCritical quality issues with specific fabrics\nHow fabrics are designed\nHow to develop specific fabric characteristics\nHow to select fibers\, yarns and fabric types to develop specific end-use products\nDifferent knit and woven constructions\nSet up for single and double needle bar warp knitting machines\nHow weaving and knitting machinery operate during lab demonstrations\n\n  \nWhy You Should Attend:\n\nReceive first-class instruction supplemented by tours of the Wilson College of Textiles laboratories\nMeet and develop a network with participants from similar fields of work\nMeet and share ideas with NC State College of Textiles faculty and teaching staff\n\n  \nWho Should Attend\nProfessionals in sourcing\, product development\, fabric development\, production\, and merchandising of fabrics.\n \nClosed-toed shoes are required while attending this course.\n \n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/wilson-college-of-textiles-knit-and-woven-fabric-design-and-development-course/
LOCATION:Wilson College of Textiles\, 1020 Main Campus Drive\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Textiles
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SUMMARY:Wilson College of Textiles - Textile Fundamentals Course: 10/16/2023
DESCRIPTION:Also Offered:\n\nDecember 4-8\, 2023 \n\n\nAvailable online at any time \n\n\n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND\n  \nDescription\nTextile Fundamentals\, our most popular course\, provides you with a comprehensive\, in-depth study of the entire textile process from fiber formation through finishing. Lectures\, coupled with visits to our textile manufacturing laboratories\, will provide you with a true working knowledge of textile processing. Be sure to register early\, because this one consistently sells out fast!\n  \nWhat You Will Learn:\n\nFibers and Fiber Properties\nFilament and Spun Yarn Formation\nFabric Formation Systems\nColor and Dyeing\nChemical and Mechanical Finishing\n\n  \nWhy You Should Attend:\n\nAcquire technical knowledge to make informed management decisions\nDevelop an understanding of the entire textile formation chain\nReceive first-class instruction supplemented by tours of our state-of-the-art model manufacturing facility\nMeet participants in all fields of the industry and the NC State University College of Textiles teaching staff\n\n  \nWho Should Attend\nThose who wish to improve their understanding of the basic technology of the textile industry – managers\, supervisors\, purchasing agents\, researchers\, cost accountants\, information systems\, sales\, product development\, technical service and financial personnel – who work with or for the textile industry.\n  \nPrice:\n\n$1\,495 per participant (in-person)\n$1400 per participant (full self-paced online)\n$100 per module (Textile Fundamentals Microlearning Program)\n\n \nClosed-toed shoes are required while attending this course.\n \n  \nREGISTER TO ATTEND
URL:https://ncmep.org/event/wilson-college-of-textiles-textile-fundamentals-course-10-16-2023/
LOCATION:Wilson College of Textiles\, 1020 Main Campus Drive\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Textiles
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