Essentials of Textiles (Theory)

Paper Code: 
25CFSD201
Credits: 
3
Contact Hours: 
45.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to -

1.   Develop an understanding of the classification and properties of textile fibers.

2.   Introduce students to different yarn manufacturing processes.

3.   Provide foundational knowledge of fabric construction techniques.

4.   Explore the principles and processes of dyeing, printing, and fabric finishing techniques.

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Course Title 

25CFSD 201

Essentials of Textiles

(Theory)

 

CO.26 Comprehend the classification of various natural and manmade fibers and their properties.

CO.27 Recognize the various types, properties and techniques of yarn spinning.

CO.28 Develop understanding of manufacturing techniques of woven fabrics.

CO.29 Demonstrate an understanding of various types of fabric forming methods.

CO.30 Analyze the concept of dyeing, printing and finishing used in the textile industry.

CO.31 Contribute effectively course-specific interaction

Approach in teaching: Interactive Lectures, Discussion, PowerPoint Presentations, Informative videos

 

Learning activities for the students: Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, presentations, Field trips

Assessment tasks will include Class Test on the topics, Semester end examinations, /Quiz, Student presentations, and assignments

 

9.00
Unit I: 
Textile Fibers
  • Terminology related to fibers
  • Introduction & Classification of Textile fibers
  • Primary and Secondary properties of textile fibers and their end uses
9.00
Unit II: 
Yarn Formation Process
  • Terminologies related to yarns
  • Introduction to Spinning
  • Yarn Twist-S & Z type
  • Yarn count, yarn numbering system (tex and denier)
  • Yarn types, Properties and uses: simple, novelty & textured yarn.
9.00
Unit III: 
Manufacturing Techniques of Woven Fabrics
  • Definition, Introduction of loom and its parts
  • Basic operations of weaving.
  • Introduction to basic weaves: plain, twill, satin and their derivatives and properties
9.00
Unit IV: 
Introduction to other Manufacturing Techniques
  • Definition and concept of knitting
  • Weft knitting & Warp knitting
  • Methods of preparation, properties and uses of:
    • Non-woven,
    • Felted fabric
    • Net
    • Braids
9.00
Unit V: 
Introduction to Finishes
  • Introduction to Dyeing & Printing 
  • Difference between Dyeing and Printing
  • Introduction to Textile finishes and its classification according to performance, process and quality
  • Bleaching, Calendaring, Singening, Sizing, Tentering, Sanfrounisation, Mercerization
Essential Readings: 
  • Corbman., P. B. (1995), Textiles Fibre to Fabric Gregg, Division, Mc Graw Hill Book.
  • Rastogi, D and Chopra, S (2017), Textile Sciecne, Orient Black Swan, Hyderabad
  • Phyllis, G. Tortora. (1997), Understanding Textile, (2nd Edition), Pearson.
  • Joseph J. Pizzuto (1987), Fabric Science, 5th ed., Fairchild publication, New York.
  • Kadolph, Sara, J. and Anna L. Langford (2010), Textiles, 11th Edition, Pearson Education (US).
  • Joseph, M.L. (1988), Essential of Textiles (5th edition), Holf, Rinecharts and Winston Publication, Florida.
  • Sekhri, Seema (2011), Text Book of Fabric Science fundamentals to Finishing, PHI Learning Pvt, Ltd, New Delhi.
References: 

Suggested Readings:

  • Sundaram, P. Mishra (2010), Fibre Science and Technology, New Age International, New Delhi.
  • Humphries.M.(1999), Fabric Reference,2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, U.S.A
  • Shenai V.A. (1987), Chemistry of Dyes and Principles of Dyeing, Sevak Prakashan Mumbai.
  • Jayaprakasam, S.,Gopala Krishnan, R., and Kasinathan, V. (2000), Fiber Science and Technology, New Age International, India.

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Academic Year: 
2025-26
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