FUNDAMENTALS OF TEXTILES

Introduction to Textiles                                                                                                                  

• Terminology
• Fiber science (Monomers, Polymers & Types)
• General properties of fibers –Primary & Secondary

 Textile fibers and their properties                                                                   
•    Classification of fibers
•    Manufacturing process, properties and use of: cotton, wool, silk, nylon

Yarn construction                                               
•    Basic principles of yarn making- Mechanical spinning (cotton spinning), Chemical spinning- Wet, Dry and Melt.
•    Types of yarns – Simple, Novelty and Textured yarns.
•    Yarn Twist and Yarn Numbering system

Fabric Construction Methods                                                        
•    Weaving, Knitting, Braiding, Lacing and Netting
•    Weaving:  - Parts , Types of hand loom , stages in weaving, process.
•    Classification and construction of basic weaves.
•    Fabrics made from fibers- Felting and Bonding

Weaving

•  Introduction to decorative weaves:   Dobby, Jacquard ,                             Surface Figure weaves, (Swivel, Spot weaves, Lappet), Pile weaves, and Leno weaves,Double   cloth, double faced   fabrics.