FABRIC STUDY AND ITS APPLICATIONS

Paper Code: 
GPM-203
Credits: 
2
Contact Hours: 
45.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

Course Objectives:

This course will enable the students to -

1. Familiarized with the various fabrics and accessories available in the market.

2. Understand the basic dimensions of fabric properties.

Course Outcomes (COs):

Course

Learning outcomes

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Paper Code

Paper Title

GPM 203
Fabric Study and Its Applications

(Practical)

 

The students will be able to –

 

CO 21. Identify basic weaves and fabric

CO 22. Explain the performance and characteristics of fabrics, fasteners and plackets

CO 23. Examine various types and use of garment accessories     

Approach in teaching: Demonstration, Power point presentations, Relevant videos, Visual explanation of fabric samples ,Market survey

 

Learning activities for the students: Survey report, Preparation of swatch book

Class test, Portfolio evaluation, Swatch book evaluation, Semester end examinations

 

Unit I: 
Course Content:

I: Identification of plain, twill, satin, basket and rib weave fabrics and also different types of dyed and printed fabrics                                        10 hrs

II: Collection and use of following fabrics:                                           20 hrs

  • Cotton fabrics
  • Woolen fabrics
  • Silk fabrics
  • Synthetic fabrics

Pay special attention to type of fabric, basic weave, yarn count, thread count, end use of fabric,    
and its general care

III: Understanding the characteristics, uses and collection of various types of accessories                                                                                        10 hrs      

  • Support Materials: Interfacing, Lining, Interlining
  • Support Devices: Shoulder pad, Sleeve headers and Collar stays
  • Closures: Zippers, Buttons, Hooks ‘n’ Eye, Press ’n’ Studs, Buckles, Belts
  • Trims: Ribbons, Laces and Braids
  • Non woven
  1. Uses of Fasteners and Plackets                                                      5 hrs 
  • Basic types of Button
  • Button/Button Holes Extension
  • Placement of Button and Button Hole
  • Types and placement of Plackets

 

Essential Readings: 
  •    Penelope, C., (1996) The complete book of sewing: A Practical Step by Step Guide to Sewing Techniques, New York, ADK Publishing Book.
  • Hallette C. and Johnston A, (2010), Fabric for fashion: the swatch book (spi ed.) London, Laurence King Publishing.
  • Tholia A., (2011) Understanding Fabrics: A practical approach (2nd ed.) Jaipur, SARV International.
  • Humphries, (2000) Fabric reference (2nd ed.) New York, Prentice Hall International.
  • Janace E. B., (2012), Apparel production: terms and processes, (2nd ed.), New York, Fairchild  Publications.

 

Academic Year: 
2020-21
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