TEXTILE TESTING AND QUALITY CONTROL

Paper Code: 
HCT 421
Credits: 
3
Contact Hours: 
45.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 
  1. To develop an understanding of methods and techniques used to analyze textile fiber, yarns and fabrics for end-use performance.
  2. To acquire knowledge and understanding of various structural properties of textiles and relate to end use fabric performance and product.
  3. To be able to analyze and interpret the results and predict textile testing.

Course Outcomes (CO’s):

 Course

Learning Outcomes      (at course level)

Learning and Teaching Strategies

Assessment Strategies

Paper Code

Paper Title

HCT 421

TEXTILE TESTING AND QUALITY CONTROL

 

COCT67: Understand the structure and production techniques of various natural and manmade fibers and their physical properties

 

COCT68: Gain understanding of quality parameters for fiber, yarn and fabrics

 

COCT69: Acquire skills to inspect, manage and control quality in the textile industry

Approach in Teaching :

Discussion, Interactive Lectures, Power Point Presentation

 

Learning Activities for the Students:

 

Self Learning Assignments

Quiz, Power Point Presentations, Chart/Poster Presentation,  Individual and Group Projects,  Semester End Examination

 

 

9.00
Unit I: 
Introduction to Textile Testing:
  • Objectives of textile testing.
  • Selection of samples for testing – Random sampling procedures for determination of properties of fibers, yarn and fabrics.
9.00
Unit II: 
Textiles and Moistures
  • Standards atmospheric test condition, various methods to measure relative humidity, moisture content and moisture regain of textiles.
  • Factors affecting regain of textile materials and their effects on fiber properties.
9.00
Unit III: 
Fiber and Yarn Dimensions
  • Fiber testing – length fineness and evenness, its implication on quality
  • Yarn testing – fineness, twist, crimp, elongation and strength.

 

9.00
Unit IV: 
Fabric Dimensions and Properties
  • Fabric Testing – Strength, elongation, shrinkage, thickness, cover, air permeability, crease recovery, stiffness, weight, repellency drape.
  • Fabric inspection procedure its defects and their analysis.

 

9.00
Unit V: 
Standardization
  • Standards for fabric performance.
  • Organizations for standardization (National & International)
  • Quality control of textile products BIS, ASTM, ISO, BS, AATCC, India, atmi,                         ginetex & others
  • Quality standards as applicable to various types of textiles (garments, knits, woven, carpets)
  • Eco labels, silk mark, wool mark &international labels.
Essential Readings: 
  • Booth, J.E., Principles of Textile Testing, Newness Butter Worth, London.
  • John, H. Skinkle., Textile Testing, Brooklyn, New York.

 

References: 
  • Billie, J. Collier and Helen, H. Epps., Textile Testing and Analysis, Prentice Hall, New Jersey.
  • Grover and Hamby., Hand Book of Textile Testing and Quality Control, Wiles

 

 

 

 

 

Academic Year: 
2020-2021
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