Examine the role of nanotechnology in the evaluation, development and fabrication of textiles and fibers. Explore characterization tools used in nanotechnology, general chemistry employed in fabrication, and properties found in different nano-materials, nano-fibers, nano-coatings. Discuss products in the market and functionality. Propose potential innovations with nanotechnologies in textiles. One lecture and three laboratory hours a week for one semester. Prerequisite: Textiles and Apparel 305 and 360 both with a grade of at least C-, and any one of the following Chemistry courses: 301, 301C, 301H, or 301N.