Fabric Study and Its Applications (Practical)

Paper Code: 
FSD 226
Credits: 
6
Contact Hours: 
90.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to -

  1. To understand the hand, feel, structure – woven and knits –its properties and usage of different fabrics in fashion.
  2. Making a swatch collection of types of fabrics and dye shade cards.
  3. To source the right trim for the right fabrics from the market.
  4. To assess the quality and suitability of fabrics.

 

Course Outcomes (COs):

Courses

Learning outcomes (at course level)

Learning and

teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course Title

 

FSD 226

 

Fabric Study and Its Applications (Practical)

The students will be able to –

CO 73Analyze the hand, feel, structure, properties and usage of different fabrics

CO 74 Measure and maintain the quality of fabric.

CO 75Explain the techniques of dyeing 

CO 76Survey for sourcing of different types of fabrics and accessories

CO 77Assess the right trim for the right fabrics

CO 78Evaluate the properties and performance of various

fabrics.

 

Approach in teaching:

Demonstrations and

discussion. These are complemented by preparation activities including online readings and videos,

 

Learning Activities for the students: Self- learning assignments, independent research and practical activities.

Assessment task

will include Class

test, Semester end examinations,

student’s presentations and assignments.

 

Assessment strategies require students to present work in progress for weekly

feedback and

constructive

criticism

 

CONTENTS

I: Exploration and identification of the following fibre/fabrics through physical, microscopic, chemical testing:                     20 hrs

  • Cotton
  • Silk
  • Woolen
  • Synthetic

 

II: Analysing Fabric Samples for the following:                                20 hrs

Yarn twist, Thread count, GSM Thickness, stiffness test, Drapability, color Matching, Color-fastness to washing, ironing, crocking, sunlight and perspiration, Dimensional stability, Pilling, Moisture regain and content, Tearing test, Tensile test, Bursting test, Flammability, Air permeability and Crease recovery.

 

III: Weave identification & sample preparation on loom (basic weaves)         20 hrs

  • Demonstration of Arah Weave and Arah Drape software.

 

IV: Preparation of scrap book for fabrics and accessories:               10 hrs

  • Collection of various fabric construction techniques felting, knitting, weaving and braiding.
  • Understanding the characteristics, uses, collection and market survey of the following accessories:
    • Support Materials: Interfacing, Lining, Interlining
    • Support Devices: Shoulder pad, Sleeve headers and Collar stays
    • Closures: Zippers, Buttons, Button holes, Hooks ‘n’ Eye, Press ’n’ Studs, Buckles, Belts
    • Trims: Ribbons, Laces and Braids

 

V:  Preparation of shade card using following class of dyes.           20 hrs

  • Direct, acid, basic, disperse and natural dyeing

 

Examination scheme

Continuous assessment

Distribution of Marks (Practical Record)

Semester end Exam

Component

Marks

Component

Marks

Component

Marks

Practical Record

20

Exploration and

identification

of the fabrics

10

Submission

20

Test

05

Preparation of Scrap book

07

Fabric/Fibre Identification &Analysis

30

Attendance

05

Collection of Accessories

08

Fabric Dyeing

15

 

 

Analysis of Fabric samples

15

Viva Voce

05

Total

30

Total

40/2

Total

70

 

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Corbman, B.P., (1983). Textiles: Fibre to Fabric, (6th edition). McGraw-Hill.
  • Amutha, K. (2016). A Practical Guide to Textile Testing, (1st edition). Woodhead Publishing India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.
  • Mehta, V.P. (1992). An introduction to Quality Control for the Apparel Industry, Marcel Dekker, New York.
  • Penelope, C., (1996). The Complete Book of Sewing- A Practical Step by Step Guide to Sewing Techniques, ADK Publications Book, New York.
  • Hallet.C.&Johnston.A., (2010). Fabric for Fashion- a Comprehensive Guide to Natural fibres. Laurence King Publishing Ltd., London.
  • Hallet. C. &Johnston.A., (2010). Fabric for Fashion-The swatch book, Laurence King Publishing Ltd., London.
  • Tholia, A. (2011). Understanding fabrics, A Practical Approach, (2nd edition). SARV International, Jaipur.
  • Humphries, (2000). Fabric Reference (II Edition), Prentice Hall International, New York.
  • Janace, E.B., (2012). Apparel Production Terms & Processes, Fairchild Book, USA.
  • Arah Weave Software Manual.

 

References: 

E-Resources:

 

 

 

Academic Year: 
2022-23
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