Fundamentals of Garment Making (Theory)

Paper Code: 
FSD 231
Credits: 
2
Contact Hours: 
30.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

Objectives:                                                                                                                

  1. To impart skills in basic garment making techniques
  2. To provide the knowledge of different machines and seams used for sewing

 

Course Outcomes (COs):

Course

Learning outcome (at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Paper Code

Paper Title

 

FSD 231

Fundamentals of Garment Making

 

CO 1 Identify the tools and equipment of garments construction and process of body measurements.

CO 2 Determine the fabric preparation of cutting.

CO 3 Examine the uses and selection of fabric and trims.

CO 4 Recall parts and functions  of sewing machine

CO 5 Examine workmanship of readymade garments.

CO 6 Develop understanding of selecting fabric according to design of the garment

 

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Demonstration,  Audio Visual Presentations,   Tutorials, Discussion

Learning activities for the students:

Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, Topic presentation, Giving tasks &Group discussion

 

Class test on the topic, semester end examinations, quiz,  students presentation, assignments and group discussion

 

6.00
Unit I: 
Introduction
  • Tools and equipment’s used for: measuring, marking, cutting, sewing and pressing
  • Various landmarks on the body
  • Precaution while taking body measurements

 

6.00
Unit II: 
Fabric Preparation
  • Grain lines and its importance
  • Preparation of fabric for cutting
  • Layout and cutting: fabrics folds for layout, layouts for fabrics requiring special handling
  • Marking
  • Precaution while cutting

 

6.00
Unit III: 
Use and Selection of Fabric
  • Fabric characteristics: Construction and Texture
  • Trims: Lace, Ribbons, Braids, Fringes, Embroidered, cords and Piping

 

6.00
Unit IV: 
Introduction to Sewing Machine
  • Sewing machine parts and functions
  • Defects and remedies
  • Care and maintenance
  • Selection of suitable needles and threads as per the fabrics

 

6.00
Unit V: 
Criteria for Readymade Garment selection
  • Garment specification (Size, Fabric and Fit)
  • Workmanship of readymade garments
  • Care Labels

 

Essential Readings: 
  1. Kallal, M. J., (1985) Clothing construction, New York, Mac Millan Publishing Company.
  2. Jeanne Brinkley, Dorothy S. Lyle Dorothy S. Lyle,(1983)Contemporary clothing,New York ,Glencoe, McGraw-Hill Publication.
  3. Bubonia E. J., (2012), Apparel production terms and processes, New York, Fairchild Publication.

 

Academic Year: 
2021-22
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