Knitwear Technology (Theory)

Paper Code: 
FSD 122
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
4.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to

  1. To familiarize with the characteristics of knitted fabrics.
  2. To provide knowledge regarding the versatility of knit fabrics for end uses

                                               

Course Outcomes (COs):

Courses

Learning outcomes (at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course Title

 

FSD 122

 

Knitwear Technology (Theory)

The students will be able to –

CO 07 Evaluate the structure and production technique of knitted fabric.

CO 08 Differentiate between various types of stitches used in knitted fabric.

CO 09 Illustrate the different types of knitting machine.

CO 10 Formulate knitted structures for different end products according to knitted properties.

CO 11 Appraise the quality of knitted garments.

CO 12 Differentiate the knitted garment according to general production.

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussions, Power point presentations, Video Tutorials.

 

Learning Activities for the students: Self- learning assignments, Effective questions,

presentation and Industry Visits.

Assessment task will include Class test on the topics, Semester end examinations, quiz, Visit report, student’s presentations and assignments.

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Introduction to Knitting
  • Definition of knitting
  • Terms used in knitting
  • Comparison of weft and warp knitting
  • Types of stitches: plain knit, purl, rib, tuck, float, drop

 

12.00
Unit II: 
Weft Knitting Fabrics: its properties, uses and machines
  • Single Jersey
  • Double Jersey
  • Wale Deflection
  • Lace
  • Jacquard

 

12.00
Unit III: 
Warp Knitted Fabrics: its properties, uses and machines
  • Tricot
  • Raschel
  • Simplex
  • Milenese

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
Knitted Garments
  • Garments with circular knits
  • Fully cut
  • Stitched shape cut
  • Fully fashioned garments
  • Integral garments

 

12.00
Unit V: 
Quality Control
  • Seams and stitch types used in knitted garments
  • Garment Quality- fabric defects, stitching defects
  • Quality control in knitted garments.

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Spencer. David. J. (2011). Knitting Technology, A comprehensive handbook and practical guide, (3rd edition). Woodland Publishing Ltd, New Delhi.
  • Ray, Chandra Sadhan. (2012). Fundamentals and Advances in knitting Technology, Woodhead Publication India Pvt. Ltd.
  • Johnson. Henry. (2006). Introduction to Knitting Technology. Abhishek Publication.
  • Debby Robinson.The Encyclopaedia of knitting techniques. Gallery Books. New York
  • Sekhri, Seema. (2011). Text Book of Fabric Science fundamentals to Finishing. PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd, New Delhi.
  • Anubumani,N. (reprint 2017). Knitting Fundamentals, Machines, Structures and Developments, (1st Edition). New Age International Ltd Publisher, New Delhi.
  • Shaikh, Ahmed Irfan. A Practical Handbook on Textile Knitting. Lahore, Pakistan.
  • Rastogi, Deepali. & Chopra, Sheetal. (2017). Textile Science. Orient Blackswan Pvt Ltd, India.
  • Barden, B. (2012). Knitting Basics: all you need to know to take up your needles and get knitting. Sally Milner Publishing, London.
     

 

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Academic Year: 
2022-23
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