Weeks Weekly Lecture Topics Assignments (No. & Type)*
Week 1:
1. Introduction to Textiles– classification and terminology- Part 1
2. Introduction to Textiles– classification and terminology - Part 2
3. Part 1- Cotton – history, composition, types, production and physical properties
4. Part 2 -Cotton –Chemical & Biological Properties and Consumer preferences
(1 Objective)
Week 2:
1. Linen – history, composition, properties, production and uses
2. Wool – history, composition, types, properties, production and uses
3. Silk– history, composition, types, properties, production and uses
4. Rayon fibre- history, composition, types, properties, production and uses
(1 Objective)
Week 3:
1. Nylon fibre - history, composition, types, properties, production and uses
2. Polyester- history, composition, types, properties, production and uses,
consumer preference, blends and uses
3. Acrylic fibre - history, composition, types, properties, production and uses
4. Identification of Textile Fibres
(1 Objective)
Week 4:
1. Methods of spinning – mechanical spinning
2. Methods of spinning -chemical spinning
3. Yarns- Part I
4. Yarns- Part II
(1 Objective)
Week 5:
1. Fabric construction methods- Part 1
2. Fabric construction methods - Part 2
3. Part 1-Introduction to fabric finishes
4. Part 2- Mechanical Finishes
(1 Objective)
Week 6:
1. Part 3 Chemical finishes
2. Special purpose finishes – Part I
3. Special purpose finishes – Part II
4. Weaving- introduction & Basics of Loom operations
(1 Objective)
Week 7:
1. Types of looms
2. Jacquard looms- principle and functions
3. Shuttle less looms
4. Preparation for weaving -warp preparation process,
drafts and peg plans for various weaves
(1 Objective)
Week 8:
1. Weaving calculations- weft consumption, loom setting – sectional and peg warping
2. Fundamental weaves
3. Complex weaves – introduction, colour and weave effects
4. Complex weaves – leno, mock leno, bed ford cord
(1 Objective)
Week 9:
1. Complex weaves – Extra warp and weft figuring and Spot designs
2. Knitting – terminology, characteristics
3. Warp knits – principle, characteristics of warp knits and types
4. Khadi and Cottage Industries- Fiber, Yarn, weaving and dyeing
(1 Objective)
Week 10 :
1. Types of fabrics and their selection
2. Classification of design
3. Layout in design : repeat
4. Introduction to computer design software CAD
(1 Objective)
Week 11:
1. Introduction to dyeing and printing - principles of dyeing;
related terminology; Difference between dyeing and printing
2. Different types of dyes and their applicability to
different fibres – Natural & Synthetic - Part A
3. Different types of dyes and their applicability to
different fibres – Natural & Synthetic - Part B
4. Types of dyeing- fiber, yarn and fabric
(1 Objective)
Week 12:
1. Natural dyes- history, sources, environmental advantages, method of moranting and dyeing
2. Styles of dyeing – Resist, discharge
3. Hand printing – painting, stencil, block, spray
4. Machine printing – flat bed and rotary, screen, spray, flock
(1 Objective)
Week 13:
1. Advanced methods of printing –Digital printing
2. Technical textiles and Smart Textiles
3. Major Fabric Faults and Fabric Inspection
4. Water – hard and soft;
(1 Objective)
Week 14:
1. Soaps and detergents
2. Bleaches- classification, application of bleaches on various
fabrics, OBA additives
3. Starches and softeners – types and characteristics
4. Principles of laundering
(1 Objective)
Week 15:
1. Principles of dry cleaning
2. Stain removal, Preservation, storage and disinfection of clothes
3. Laundering of Cellulosics, silks and woollens
4. Laundering of synthetics and special type of fabrics
(1 Objective)
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