Introduction to Textiles-Practical

Paper Code: 
25CHSC116
Credits: 
2
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to –

  1. Impart the knowledge about fiber identification and fabric study.
  2. Impart knowledge about different fiber, yarns and fabrics along with their properties.
  3. Enable students to understand fabric structures and their analysis.
  4. Identify different kinds of fabrics composition and weave.

 

 

Course Outcomes: 

Course

Learning outcome

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course

Title

25CHSC116

Introduction to Textiles

-Practical

(Practical)

 

CO27:Analyze various fiber, yarn and fabric properties with variousidentification methods

CO28:Apply fabric manufacturing technique to create weaving samples on handloom

CO29:Compile comprehensive practical record having fiber, yarn, fabric testing methods and fabric manufacturing through handloom and cultivate communication skills to converse effectively with examiners

CO30:Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Demonstration

 

Learning activities for the students:

Practical assignments, Simulation, Portfolio Preparation, Giving tasks.

Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Assignments, Presentation

 

 

  • Fiber Identification tests –Visual, burning, microscopic and chemical              
  • Yarn Identification–Single, ply, cord, textured, elastic, monofilament,               

multifilament and spun yarn 

  • Yarn Twist- S & Z Twist                                                                  
  • Thread count and balance                                                                          
  • Dimensional stability                                                                                  
  • Weaves- Identification and their design interpretation on graph                     & preparation of basic weaves sample on paper & loom                                 
  • Fabric analysis of light, medium & heavy weight fabrics (five each)                   

 

 
  • Fiber type

 

 

 
  • Yarn type

 

 

 
  • Weave

 

 

 
  • GSM

 

 

 
  • End use

 

 

Essential Readings: 
  1. Gohl E.V. and Vilenskey L.D. (2005.) Textile Science, C.B.S. Publishers New Delhi.
  2. K. Amutha (2016), A Practical Guide to Textile Testing, Ist Edition, Woodhead Publishing India.
  3. J. E. Booth.,Principles of Textile Testing: An Introduction to Physical Methods of Testing Textile Fibers, Yarns and Fabrics, Butterworths, 1986.

 

References: 
  1. Corbman., P. B., Textiles Fiber to Fabric Gregg, Division, Mc. Graw Hill Book.
  2. Phyllis, G. Tortora.,(1987). Understanding Textile, (2nd Edition), Mc Millan Co., USA.
  3. Gulrajani M.L. and Gupta D: Natural dyes and their application to textiles, IIT Delhi.

 

Academic Year: 
2025-2026
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