Apparel Production Technology (Theory)

Paper Code: 
FSD 221
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to -

  1. The students will be able to familiarize with the functioning of the garment industry, its various processes, and technical parameters in garment production.
  2. It will enhance awareness of sewn products, machinery, and equipment and prepare the students for work around the garment industry.

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FSD-221

 

Apparel Production Technology (Theory)

The students will be able to –

CO 43Develop understanding of various equipment used in the garment industry appropriately.

CO 44 Develop understanding related to various processes in the apparel production industry before and during production.

CO 45Analyze various materials and components used in of garment production.

CO 46 Develop understanding related to processes after production.

CO 47Explore computer-based technology and its uses in garment production industry

CO 48 Explain about the garment manufacturing unit. 

Approach in teaching: Interactive Lectures, Group Discussions, Power point presentations, Video Tutorials, Guest lectures by industry experts

 

Learning Activities for the students :Self- learning assignments, Effective questions, presentation and Industry Visits

Assessment task will include Class test on the topics, Semester end examinations, quiz, Visit report, student’s presentations and assignments.

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Spreading and Cutting
  • Marker types and calculations
  • Spreading process and spreading equipment
  • Types of cutting machines
  • Ticketing and bundling

 

12.00
Unit II: 
Production System

  • Components of sewing: Threads, Needles, Feed dog, Pressure foot and Throat plate

  • Classification of seam & stitches according to BI standard (BS standards)

  • Machinery and equipment for sewing

  • Salient features, use and types of production system- Progressive bundle system, Unit production system, and Modular production system.

 

 

12.00
Unit III: 
Components and Trims: Introduction, uses and advantages
  • Support Material: Interlining, Lining, Shoulder pad, Tapes and Collar stays
  • Closures: Zipper, Button & Buttonholes, Snaps & Hooks & Loop Tape, Elastic
  • Trims: Lace, Braids and binding

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
Post Production Machinery and Processes
  • Production finishing – bar tack, button, button holes
  • Garment finishing – stain removal, dry cleaning, cleaning and pressing
  • Types of packages
  • Types of materials used for packing

 

12.00
Unit V: 
CAD/CAM for Apparel Products
  • Introduction to concept of CAD/CAM in garment manufacturing
  • Complete pattern design system, preparation for grading, marker and pattern making
  • Introduction to computer-controlled machinery for garment manufacturing, 3D scanning technology, development of Robotic for CAM
  • RFID – Radio Frequency Identification
  • Introduction to new cutting-edge technologies- Augmented reality (AR) and Virtual reality (VR)

 

Essential Readings: 

 

  • Tyler, J.D. (2008). Carr and Latham's Technology of Clothing Manufacture, (4th Edition). Wiley- Blackwell, London.
  • Fairhurst, Catherine. (2008). Advances in Apparel Production, Woodhead Publishing Limited, Cambridge, England.
  • Wood, D. (1999) The Practical Encyclopaedia of Sewing, Annes Publishing.
  • Cooklin, G. (2005). Introduction to Clothing Manufacture, (2ndEdition). Blackwell Science Ltd.
  • Glock, R.E. and Kury, G.I.(2009). Apparel Manufacturing: Sewn Product Analysis, (4thEdition). Pearson Prentice Hall.
  • Chase, Renee Weiss. (1997). CAD for Fashion Design, Prentice Hall International, London.
  • Rathinamoorthy, R.and Surjit, R. (2015). Apparel Machinery and Equipments. WPI Pvt. Ltd.
  • Ashwathappa, K. and Bhatt K.S. (2008). Production and Operations Management, Himalaya Publishing House, Mumbai
  • Stamper, Anita A. Sharp, Sue Humphries, and Donnell, Linda B. (1988). Evaluating Apparel Quality, Fairchild Publication, New York.
  • Bubonia, Janace E. (2012). Apparel Production Terms and Processes, Fairchild Publication, New York.
  • Groover, M.P. (2012). CAD/CAM Computer Aided Design &Manufacturing, PHI Learning Pvt Ltd.
  • Mykyung Uh. andInjoo Kim. (2002). Apparel Making in Fashion Design, Fairchild Publication, New York.

 

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Academic Year: 
2022-23
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