FABRIC STUDIES (THEORY)

Paper Code: 
CGPM 101
Credits: 
2
Contact Hours: 
30.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

1. To understand the essential and desirable properties of textile fibers.

2. To familiarise with various yarns.

3. To provide the knowledge of fabric weaving.

4. To be aware of various fabric construction techniques.

Course Outcomes (COs):

Course

Learning Outcome (at course level)

Learning and Teaching Strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course Title

CGPM 101

FABRIC STUDIES

The students will be able to

CO1.Comprehend the classification of various natural and manmade fibers and their physical properties.

CO2.Recognize various yarn and spinning techniques of yarn.

CO3.Understand various types of fabric weaving.

CO 4. Explain the machinery and styles of knitting.

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

 

6.00
Unit I: 
Textile
  • Meaning and definition of fibres
  • Classification of Textile fibers: natural , manmade fibres
  • Characteristics/ properties of Natural Fibers: Cotton, Wool, Silk, Linen

 

6.00
Unit II: 
Manmade Fibers
  • Characteristics/ properties of Man-made fibers: Rayon, Polyamides, Polyester, Acrylic, Nylon

 

6.00
Unit III: 
Yarn construction
  • Basic principles of yarn making- Mechanical spinning (cotton & wool spinning),
  • Chemical spinning- Wet, Dry and Melt.
  • Types of yarns – Simple, Novelty and Textured yarns.
  • Yarn Twist and Yarn Numbering system.  

 

6.00
Unit IV: 
Weaving
  • Weaving:  - Parts of looms, stages in weaving.
  • Classification and construction of basic weaves.
  • Introduction to decorative weaves:   Dobby, Jacquard, Pile, & Double cloth

 

6.00
Unit V: 
Other Manufacturing Techniques
  • Knitting: Definition, Classification of knitting: Warp knit and weft knit fabric
  • Non-woven
  • Felt
  • Bonded
  • Lace
  • Net
  • Braided

 

Essential Readings: 

Suggested Text Books:

  • Phyllis, G. Tortora. (1997), Understanding Textile, (2nd Edition), Pearson.
  • Joseph J. Pizzuto (1987), Fabric Science, 5th ed., Fairchild publication, New York.
  • Sekhri, Seema (2011), Text Book of Fabric Science fundamentals to Finishing, PHI Learning Pvt, Ltd, New Delhi,.
  • Corbman., P. B.(1995), Textiles Fibre to Fabric , Mc Graw Hill Book.
  • Rastogi ,D.(2017),Textile Science, Orient Blackswan Private Limited

Suggested Reference Books:

  • 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.
  • Sundaram, P. Mishra (2010), Fibre Science and Technology, New Age International, New Delhi.

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Academic Year: 
2023-24
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