Apparel and Textile Science / Academic Programs

College of Community Science / Apparel and Textile Science / Academic Programs

BSc (Hons) Community Science (Elective- Apparel and Textile Science)

Sr. No.	Course Number	Course Title	Credit Hours	Semester
1	ATS-111	Textile Science and Fabric Care	3(2+1)	I
2	ATS-112	Fundamentals of Clothing Construction	3(1+2)	II
3	ATS-113	Introductory Sewing Techniques	3(0+3)	I
4	ATS-114	Introductory Textiles	3(2+1)	I
5	ATS-115	Introduction to Knitwear Technology	3(1+2)	II
6	ATS-116	Woven Structures	3(1+2)	II
7	ATS-211	Pattern Making and Draping	3(1+2)	I
8	ATS-212	Retailing and Merchandizing	3(2+1)	II
9	ATS-213	Traditional Textiles	3(2+1)	I
10	ATS-214	Knitwear Designing	2(0+2)	I
11	ATS-215	Garment Production Machinery and Equipment	2(1+1)	II
12	ATS-216	Quality Control	4(2+2)	II
13	ATS-311	Techniques of Fabric Construction	3(1+2)	I
14	ATS-312	Principles of Textile Designing	3(0+3)	I
15	ATS-313	Traditional Textiles and Costumes of India	3(2+1)	II
16	ATS-314	Dyeing Studies	3(1+2)	I
17	ATS-315	Textile Printing	3(1+2)	I
18	ATS-316	Apparel Supply Chain Management	3(3+0)	II
Elective Courses
19	ATS-411	Advance Draping Techniques	3(0+3)	I
20	ATS-412	CAD–Pattern Making and Grading	2 (0+2)	I
21	ATS-413	Quality Analysis in Textiles and Apparels	3(2+1)	I
22	ATS-414	Apparel Production Management	3 (3+0)	I
23	ATS-415	Agro Textiles	2(1+1)	I
24	ATS-416	Recent Advances in Textiles	2(2+0)	I
Skill Enhancement Courses
25	SEC-ATS 1	Textile Dyeing and Printing	2(0+2)	I
26	SEC-ATS 2	Fabric Embellishment	2(0+2)	I
27	SEC-ATS 3	Indian Embroideries	2(0+2)	II
28	SEC-ATS 4	Quilting and Patchwork	2(0+2)	II
29	SEC-ATS 5	Garment Designing	1(0+1)	I
30	SEC-ATS 6	Accessory Designing	1(0+1)	1
31	SEC-ATS 7	Fashion Illustration	1(0+1)	II
32	SEC-ATS 8	Portfolio Development	1(0+1)	II
Student READY
33	ATS-421	Experiential Learning/Hands on Training/ Internship	8(0+8)	II
34	ATS-422	Student Project and Presentation	2(0+2)	II

ATS-111 Textile Science and Fabric Care 3(2+1) Sem 1 Textile: terminology, forms of textile, importance of textile industry in national economy. Classification of textile fibres, Properties of textile fibres; primary and secondary properties. Cotton; Bastfibres: Flax, jute, hemp and Silk: Fibre processing, fibre varieties and their grading, fibre morphology, physical, chemical, biological properties and end-uses. Wool and specialty hair fibres: classification, processing, wool labelling, fibre morphology, physical, chemical, biological properties and end-uses. Chemical spinning: Wet, melt and dry. Common properties of man-made fibres. Regenerated cellulosic fibres: Viscose, Cuprammonium and High Wet Modulus rayons; Modified cellulosic fibres: Diacetate and triacetate and Synthetic fibres: Nylon, polyester, acrylic and elastomeric–fibre manufacturing, microscopic structure, physical, chemical, biological properties and end-uses. Mechanical spinning: Ring spinning method, classification of yarn on the basis of structure (simple yarns and different type of novelty yarns), twist direction, twist amount, fibre length and end-uses. Methods of fabric construction: Weaving, knitting, braiding, tufting, net, lace making, crocheting, macramé, stitch through fabrics, quilted fabrics, laminated fabrics, bonded fabrics, felt, nonwoven and films. Laundry: Definition, principles, equipment, laundry methods and dry cleaning. Stain removal: Classification of stains and methods of removing different stains. Laundry agents: Water, soap, and other laundry auxiliaries – stiffening agents, bleaches and blue. Care of textiles: Labelling Act, importance of labelling, labels and tags used in textiles. Storage of clothes: Requirements of short term and long-term storage, folding and packaging of clothes. Practical Fibre identification: Visual test, Burning test, Solubility and Microscopic view. Collection and identification of different types of yarns. Collection and identification of fabric samples of different construction. Washing of garments made up of cotton, wool, silk and manmade fibres. Dry cleaning. Removal of different stains from fabric surface. Visit to textile industry. SEC-ATS1 Textile Dyeing and Printing 2(0+2) Sem I Introduction to dyeing and printing (Classification of dyes and their suitability to different fibres, Different styles of printing: Resist, direct and discharge, Different methods of printing: Stencil, block, screen and heat transfer printing). Preparation of fabric for dyeing and printing: De-sizing, scouring and bleaching of cotton fabric. Dyeing of cotton fabric with direct dyes, reactive dyes and naphthol dyes and preparation of shade card with different dye concentrations. Dyeing of Textiles with natural dyes and application of mordants. Sample designing through different techniques of tie and dye: pleating (diagonal and straight), fold and tie, object tying, ruching, stitching, marbling, tied circles. Sample designing through different techniques of batik with wax resist: Painting, scratching, sprinkling and marbling. Dyeing with naphthol dyes, washing and dewaxing. Preparation of printing paste and printing of cotton fabric using: (Block printing, Screen printing: Preparation of screen and printing on fabric, Stencil printing: Preparation of stencil and negative and positive stencil printing with painting and spraying method). Preparation of one article using any of the above techniques or combination of them. SEC-ATS2 Fabric Embellishment 2(0+2) Sem I Fabric embellishment/Fancy Construction Methods: An orientation, Survey of Embellishment material available in the market, Introduction about Embroidery tools, Basic hand embroidery stitches- Stem, chain, lazy dazy, buttonhole, herringbone, satin, bullion, long and short, French knot, feather, fly, spider stitch, Other fancy embroidery stitches, Machine Embroidery -Introduction and sample preparation – Motif embroidery machine and border embroidery machine, Metal Thread Embroidery-Ari, Zardosi, Gotapatti, Danka and sample preparation , Bead work ,Mirror work – sample preparation. ATS-112 Fundamentals of Clothing Construction 3(1+2) Sem II Terminology related to clothing construction. Sewing tools and supplies, their selection and maintenance-tools required for measuring, drafting, cutting and stitching. Different sewing supplies used in clothing construction. Sewing machine: Its parts and their function, operation and maintenance, Solving common machine problems. Types of sewing machines. Different methods of making paper pattern their advantages and disadvantages. Selection of fabric for different clothing used for different purposes. Preparation of fabric for cutting, and layout of paper pattern on different fabrics patterns including plain, print, lines, plaid and check. Implications of clothing in human life, different functions of clothing. Social, physical, economical and psychological factors affecting clothing selection. Clothing for infant, toddler, pre-schooler, school age children, teenager, adult and senior citizen. Elements and principles of design applied to apparel designing. Practical Use and maintenance of different sewing tools, equipment and supplies used for clothing construction. Sewing machine – Its operation and care, identifying and solving machine problems. Hand stitches and their types – basting, hemming, back stitch, overcast stitch, blanket stitch, buttonhole stitch, cross stitch, slip stitch etc. Attaching different fasteners- Button and button hole, hook and eyes, snap, tape, fasteners. Different types of smocking stitches-Cable, chain, diamond, honey comb, lattice. Seams and seam finishes- Plain, French, Flat-fell, Double-topstitched, Welt and different seam finishing methods. Creating fullness through different types of pleats, gathers, tucks, dart, shirring. Edge finishing – Straight edge finishing, curve edge finishing, decorative edge finishing. Plackets opening and finishing-One piece, two piece, binding. Taking body measurements for different garments. Preparation of fabric for paper pattern layout, marking, cutting and stitching. Making basic block of bodice, sleeve and skirt and their adaptation. Drafting, cutting and stitching of – Apron, Panty, Bib, Romper, A line frock, Sari Petticoat. SEC-ATS 3 Indian Embroideries 2(0+2) Sem II Historic perspective, classification and importance of traditional Indian Embroideries Documentation of motifs of traditional Indian embroideries of different States of India- and sample preparation of traditional Indian embroideries -Kashida of Kashmir, ChambaRumal, Phulkari and Bagh of Punjab, Embroideries of Gujarat, Chikankari and Zari work of Uttar Pradesh, Kanthas of Bengal, Toda Embroidery of Tamil nadu. Kasuti of Karnataka, Patchwork of Bihar and Orissa and Folk embroidery of Rajasthan. Creative projects: Preparation of one article by adapting traditional motifs and embroidery in contemporary textiles. Visit to National craft museum and exhibition/art galleries. SEC-ATS 4 Quilting and Patchwork 2(0+2) Sem II Patch Work: Definition, Different styles of Patchwork Techniques- Pieced Patchwork, Shell Patchwork, Suffolk Puffs, Crazy Patchwork, Log Cabin Patchwork, Strip Patchwork, Seminole Patchwork, Folded Star Patchwork, Mayflower Patchwork and Pleated Patchwork, Applique: Definition, Various Styles of Applique Techniques, Standard applique, Applique Perse, Reverse applique, Padded applique, folded applique, Shadow applique, Lace appliqué, Quilting: Definition, Various Styles of Quilting, Wadded Quilting, Padded Quilting, Corded Quilting, Shadow Quilting, Preparation of two commercially viable article using above techniques. ATS-113 Introductory Sewing Techniques 3(0+3) Sem I Use of sewing equipment and supplies. Preparation for layout of fabrics – plain, printed, plaid and stripes. Handling specialty fabrics. Use of selected stitches, seams, seam finishes, gathers, pleats, tucks, placket openings and fasteners in infants’ garments. Finishing of different necklines and baby collars. Market survey of infants’ fabrics and garment designs. Application of different types of fabrics according to the garments. Preparation of infant’s layette. Portfolio development. ATS-114 Introductory Textiles 3(2+1) Sem I Basic textile terminology. Classification of textile fibres. Properties and uses of natural and man-made fibres/fabrics. Different types of fabrics – woven, non-woven, knitted and felted. Classification, importance and utility of finishes applied on fabric. Labels and tags used in textiles. Practical: Identification of fibres by non-technical, burning, microscopic and chemical tests. Study of thread count and yarn types, drapability and weight of fabrics. Collection and interpretation of labels and tags used in yarns and fabrics. Survey of common fabrics available in the market. Stain removal. ATS-115 Introduction to Knitwear Technology 3(1+2) Sem II Knitting terminology. Types, construction and working of knitting machines. Types of knitting. Different types of knitted fabrics. Qualities of knit structures. Status of knitwear industry in India. Practical: Study of yarns for knitwear. Preparation of samples of tuck stitch, slip stitch and multi-coloured knitting. Preparation of samples of various designs by hand and machine knitting. Preparation of hand/ machine knitted articles. Visit to knitwear industry. ATS-116 Woven Structures 3(1+2) Sem II Parts of a loom. Types of looms and loom operations. Types, characteristics and uses of different simple and novelty weaves. Defects in woven structures. Difference between knitted and woven structures. Practical: Parts of a loom and loom motions. Preparation of drafts of different weaves. Design development on loom. Designing of a woven article. Collection of woven samples and their weave analysis. ATS-211 Pattern Making and Draping 3(1+2) Sem I Flat pattern: Terminology, tools, applications and limitations. Anthropometric measurements: Importance, standardization and standard measurement charts of children and adults. Pattern development process: Design analysis, plotting, alteration of basic patterns and development of production patterns for fabric layout. Principles of pattern-making: Dart manipulation, added fullness and contouring. Patternmaking techniques: Slash-spread and pivot-transfer. Draping: Terminology, tools, applications and limitations. Basic draping techniques for bodice front and back, skirt front and back. Application of dart manipulation, added fullness and contouring principles in draping. Factors affecting pattern-making and apparel construction using special fabrics: Stretch fabrics, knits, checks, plaids, velvet and lace etc. Fitting: Principles of fitting, standards for good fit, common fitting problems and their remedies. Pattern grading: Importance, terminology and techniques. Practical Taking measurements: Circumference, horizontal and vertical measurements. Preparation of basic pattern set- bodice front and back, skirt front and back and sleeve. Development of design patterns through flat pattern-making technique: Design analysis, adaptation of basic patterns through slash-spread and pivot-transfer techniques; to design patterns having single-dart series, two-dart series, tuck-darts, graduated, radiating and parallel darts, pleats, flare, gathers, princess style lines; through added fullness in different forms and at various locations and through contouring-to empire, surplice, off-shoulder and halter designs. Preparation of paper patterns for different yokes, collars, necklines, sleeves and skirts. Development of design patterns through flat pattern-making technique for six garments incorporating various style features- two of each principle of pattern-making. Construction of three garments using developed design patterns-one each of dart manipulation, added fullness and contouring. Preparation of muslin for draping, development of foundation block for upper and lower garments. Designing of different garments through draping using dart manipulation. Designing of different garments through draping with added fullness. Designing of different garments through draping using contouring. Designing upper garments with different yokes, collars, built-up necklines and cowls through draping. Development of design paper patterns of six garments of draped patterns incorporating various style features – two of each principle of pattern-making. Construction of three garments using developed design patterns of draped patterns- one each of dart manipulation, added fullness and contouring for casual, formal and party wear. Assessment of constructed garments for fitting. Pattern grading: Grading of basic blocks through draft grade and track grade systems of grading, pattern grading using different zero points. Projection of work. Visit to apparel manufacturing units and fashion institutes. Taking measurements: Circumference, horizontal and vertical measurements. Preparation of basic pattern set- bodice front and back, skirt front and back and sleeve. Development of design patterns through flat pattern-making technique: Designs analysis, adaptation of basic patterns through slash-spread and pivot-transfer techniques to design patterns having single-dart series, two-dart series, tuck-darts, graduated, radiating and parallel darts, pleats, flare, gathers, princess style lines. Development of design patterns through flat pattern-making technique: Design analysis, adaptation of basic patterns through added fullness in different forms and at various locations. Development of design patterns through flat pattern-making technique: Designs analysis, adaptation of basic patterns through contouring to empire, surplice, off-shoulder and halter designs. Preparation of paper patterns for different yokes, collars, necklines, sleeves and skirts. Development of design patterns through flat pattern-making technique for six garments incorporating various style features (two each of dart manipulation, added fullness and contouring). Construction of three garments using developed design patterns (one each of dart manipulation, added fullness and contouring) and assessment of their fitting. Preparation of muslin for draping, development of foundation block for upper and lower garments. Designing of different patterns through draping using dart manipulation. Designing of different patterns through draping with added fullness. Designing of different patterns through draping using contouring. Designing upper garment patterns with different yokes, collars, built-up necklines and cowls through draping. Designing and Construction of three garments using developed design patterns of draped patterns (one each of dart manipulation, added fullness and contouring for casual, formal and party wear) and assessment of their fitting. Grading of garment pattern (any one of the constructed garments). SEC-ATS 5 Garment Designing 1(0+1) Sem I Selection of figure template for children, women and men. Designing of garments for children using different construction features: Yoke, gather, pleats, tucks, shirring, smocking, trimmings. Designing of garments for women using different construction features: collar, sleeve, and neckline. Designing of garments for men using different construction features: shoulder yoke, collar, sleeve, and cuff. Drafting and construction of following garments for women, men and children (Fancy frock, Salwar/ pyjama/pyjama, Kurta (gents)/kameez (ladies) and Night dress/ gown). SEC-ATS 6 Accessory Designing 1(0+1) Sem 1 Accessories: introduction and classification; footwear, hand bags, belt, jewelry, gloves, hats, scarves and umbrella; Designing of accessories for children, women and men; Selection of designs for construction of accessories; Accessories Construction for Children, Women, Men. ATS-212 Retailing and Merchandizing 3(2+1) Sem II Retailing – Introduction to textile and apparel industry, nature, scope, importance of retailing and merchandising. Retailing concept and principles, retail life cycle, market segmentation, key players at domestic, national and global level. Retailing and merchandising in India – status, evolution and trends. Classification of retail formats – store or onsite retailers, non-store or off-site retailers, e-tailing and online/virtual sales and promotions. Organizational set up- on site retailers and off-site retailers. Merchandising – concepts, terminology of merchandising, factors affecting buying function, merchandising plan, buying plan, fashion calendar and merchandising planner. Merchandising –functions of buying for store, chain store, buying house, studios, export houses, catalogue sales. Merchandising – categories, textile, apparel and fashion merchandising, retail merchandising. Roles and responsibilities of merchandiser, merchandising team. Factors affecting Merchandising-Franchising, trade promotions, supply chain management, logistics management, physical distribution. Sales promotion techniques, fashion advertising and promotion – media, trends and methods. Visual merchandising – introduction, functions, elements, interior display, exterior display, planogram, trends, mall designing and visual display planning for commercial spaces. Export and import procedure in India; primary and ancillary documents. Export Promotion Councils and their roles. Practical Introduction to retail markets. Developing questionnaire and survey to assess the retail / wholesale scenario in Apparel and textiles. Analysis of textile and apparel market -visit to wholesale sectors; retail and exclusive showrooms; chain stores; factory outlets and reporting; Value addition techniques and products. Analysis of textile and apparel market reports in view of selected product category for business development. Developing and presentation of the visual display techniques –textiles / apparel. Planning promotion techniques for textile, apparel and fashion items. (Design and Product development, textile and apparel categories, fashion direction, Forecasting, Product Specification, Sample/ Prototype Development, range planning, product assortment and their significance in product planning, pricing of the products)* Textile, apparel and fashion promotion event planning and organization. Introduction to retail markets. Analysis of textile and apparel market -visit to wholesale / retail and exclusive showrooms/ factory outlets/ chain stores and reporting. Analysis of textile and apparel market reports in view of selected product category for business development. Developing and presentation of the visual display for textiles /apparel retail outlet. Planning promotion techniques for textile or apparel / fashion items in a retail outlet*. Textile or apparel / fashion promotion event planning and organization (Design and Product development, textile and apparel categories, fashion direction, Product Specification, Range planning, product assortment and pricing of the products). SEC-ATS 7 Fashion Illustration 1(0+1) Sem II Human Body and body proportion theory. Preparation of fashion figure. Drawing 10 and 12 headed fashion figure using geometric body shape. Figures in different poses. Drawing of facial features- eyes, nose and lips. Proportion of body parts- head, face, hand and feet according to different age group. Sketching figures of different age group based on head theory. Sketching of garment features minimum three: collars, neckline, fasteners, sleeves, pockets, cuffs and hemline. Sketching of added fullness: frills, flounce, gather and pleats. Sketching of accessories: hats, shoes, boots, belts and purses. Designing of garments for adult and child -Male and Female. Illustration of fabric design and texture using different media -water colour, pencil colour, collage, poster colour and crayon colour. SEC-ATS 8 Portfolio Development 1(0+1) Sem II Introduction to CAD, Different advanced software used in fashion industry, Portfolio preparation- Definition, types and importance, Contents of portfolio, Different portfolio presentation, skills and material management, Experimenting and creating a story board, steps to do forecasting, Mood board, client board and colour board, swatch board, Illustrations and Flat sketches, Production of Spec sheet and costing, Development of Logo, Hang tags, Concept board. Role of fashion illustrator and career opportunities, Theme based Portfolio development through CAD. ATS-213 Traditional Textiles 3(2+1) Sem I Traditional textiles of various states of India. Design characteristics of various woven, dyed, printed and painted textiles. Practical: Identification of different types of textiles – contemporary and modern. Collection of traditional motifs and designs used in textiles. Field visit. ATS-214 Knitwear Designing 2(0+2) Sem I Preparation of designed machine knitted samples. Embellishments of knitwears. Study of trends in knitwear. Designing and preparation of machine knitted articles. Portfolio presentation. ATS-215 Garment Production Machinery and Equipment 2(1+1) Sem II Introduction to industrial sewing machines. Different types of industrial sewing machines – single and double needle machines, button hole and tacker, overlock and interlock machines – their working and function. Care and maintenance of industrial machines. Practical: Hands on training on machines, paper exercises, Machine operations, special attachments and their uses. ATS-216 Quality Control 4(2+2) Sem II Introduction to quality control. Inspection of fabrics, sewing threads, zippers, ancillaries, linings and interlining. In-process inspection. Final inspection. Inspection of labels and packaging. Quality control through physical testing – bow and skewness, shrinkage, colour fastness, strength, crease recovery, drapability, abrasion resistance, light fastness, colour matching. Tests for non-textile accessories. Statistical quality control. Practical: Study of various types of defects – yarn and fabric defects. Pilling and raising defects. Defects related to processing and embellishments. Defects in embroideries. Test for shrinkage, colour fastness, strength, crease recovery, abrasion resistance, pilling, light fastness, colour matching. ATS-311 Techniques of Fabric Construction 3(1+2) Sem I Introduction of different types of fabric construction techniques. Woven fabrics – simple and compound woven structures, characteristics of woven fabric, History of weaving and looms; Classification of looms on the basis of mechanism, means of running loom, structure and means of weft insertion; Parts of loom, loom accessories and their functions (Mechanism of weaving: primary, secondary and tertiary motions); Basic weaves: Plain, twill, satin and their variations; Complex/ Fancy weaves: extra yarn fabrics, pile fabrics, leno weave, dobby and jacquard weave; Knitting: principle of knitting, types of knitting machines, their parts and functions; Knitting stitches: warp and weft knits, types of knit fabrics; Nonwoven Fabrics: Manufacturing process, characteristics and end uses. Practical Observation of fabric structures– Woven, knitted and nonwoven fabrics. Collection of fabric samples of different types of basic and fancy weave and their identification; Manual representation of woven design on graph sheet – plain weave, rib weave, basket weave, twill weave, satin and sateen weaves; Handloom and its parts; Observation of loom setting, weaving calculations and yarn preparation and making a plain weave sample on loom; Introduction and practice to various tools used in CAD weave software; Representation of basic weaves (plain, rib, basket, twill and satin) using textile design software; Hand knitting- two needle method, holding the needles and the yarn, casting on and knitting of plain ,rib and purl knit sample; Knots of macramé; Stitches of crochet; Manual felting; Visit to weavers service centre/textile industry for observation of weaving/knitting mechanism/finishing of fabrics. ATS-312 Principles of Textile Designing 3(0+3) Sem I Introduction to textile designing (Basic process of textile designing), skills and qualities required in textile designer, Classification of textile designs and methods of producing designs on textiles: Structural designs through yarn manipulation, weaving, knitting and other techniques and Decorative designs through printing, dyeing, painting, finishing, embroidery and appliqué work. Elements of design: Line, shape, space, form and colour (Drawing various types of lines, shapes and forms, Colour: Colour wheel, value and intensity charts, related and contrasting colour schemes, Concept of positive and negative design space). Principles ofdesign: Balance, rhythm, proportion, emphasis and harmony (Proportion: Planning of basic shapes, scale of shapes and forms, division of space, creating optical illusion with lines and shapes, Balance: Creating formal and informal balance in design, Rhythm: Creating rhythm through repetition, progression, radiation and gradation of colour and pattern, Emphasis: Creating emphasis in design by the use of contrast of hue, value, line, shape and size and use of spacing around motif, Harmony: Harmony of line, shape, size, colour and texture in a design). Software for textile designing. Motif and its geometry (Motif as basic unit of design: selection of components of motif, motif development, symmetrical and asymmetrical motifs and their arrangements, Geometry involved in basic textile designing: translation, rotation, reflection and glide reflection, Pattern arrangements with motif in different repeats). Tools and menu of CAD software and its use for motif development. Development of patterns using different types of motifs (Developing geometrical/ abstract/stylized/naturalistic motifs and Pattern arrangements using different colour schemes to create variety in pattern). Use of CAD for pattern arrangement using different design repeat and colour schemes. Development of different types of border patterns. Preparation of swatch book: Fabric samples of different types of applied designs (dyed and printed fabrics). ATS-313 Traditional Textiles and Costumes of India 3(2+1) Sem II Historic perspective, classification and importance of traditional Indian textiles and costumes in Textiles and Apparel industry, Introduction of Textile Arts -Embroideries, rugs, carpets, shawls, sarees and wraps, Factors affecting diversity of textiles and costumes of India: Geographical factors, socio-economic factors, customs, traditions and religious factors. Impact of adaptation of traditional motifs and costumes in contemporary apparel designing. Traditional Indian costume of Northen India- Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Haryana. Western India- Rajasthan, Gujrat and Maharashtra, Southern India-Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka, Eastern India-Orissa, West Bengal, Assam, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Manipur, Arunachal, Mizoram, Tripura. Central India-Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Bihar. Style of costumes; stitched garment, draped garment, head covers, wraps, Importance of Geographical Indications for traditional Indian textiles. Woven textiles (Origin, material and techniques used) Shawls from Kashmir, Assam and Nagaland, Kota Doria, Patola, Sujani, Tangaliya, Pachhedi, Chanderi, Maheshwari, Brocades, Dacca muslin, Baluchari, JamdaniTangail, Paithani, Himroo, Amru, Dharvaram, Sambhalpuri, Vichitrapuri, Venkatgiri, Gadwal, Narayanpet, Ilkal, Khann, Kanjeevaram, Lepcha, Pochampalli, Ikat. Printed, painted and dyed textiles (Origin, material and techniques used), Painted textiles- Patachitra, Pichhavai, Worli and Phad mordant painted textiles Kalamkari- Masulipatnam and Srikalahasti, Madhubani, Printed textiles- Calico printing and Handblock printed- Ajrakh, Rogan, Sanganeri, Bagh, Dabu, Yarn resist dyed Patola, Mashru, Ikat, Bandhej; Fabric resist- Sugadi, Bhandej, Laheriya. Practical Documentation of motifs and sample preparation of traditional textiles. Creative projects: Preparation of one article by adapting traditional motifs and embroidery in contemporary textiles. Preparation of portfolio and collection of visuals that depict the different traditional textile and its application in contemporary apparel designing (Pictures of traditional textiles with the descriptive analysis and Pictures of the traditional costumes with constructional details). Visit to National craft museum and exhibition/art galleries. Collection of varied style of male and female traditional costumes of different states of India for hands on experience. Documentation of traditional textiles and styles in traditional costumes and development of portfolio: (Collection of images and samples for development of theme board, Development of storyboard, Development of range of textile/apparel product and Display and presentation of portfolio). Creative projects: organizing exhibition/fashion show. Creating dolls display of traditional costumes of different states. Preparation of mini costumes of both male and female in group assignments and project work. Visit to National craft museum and exhibition/art galleries. ATS-314 Dyeing Studies 3(1+2) Sem I Classes of dyes. Methods of dyeing. Dyeing machines and industrial dyeing. Practical Preparation of fabric for dyeing. Dyeing of cotton, wool and silk with different classes of dyes. Resist styles of dyeing. Recent dyeing processes used in industry – a survey. ATS-315 Textile Printing 3(1+2) Sem I Terminology used in printing. Methods of printing different fabrics. Types of printing. Styles of printing – block, screen, stencil, roller and resist printing. Common printing defects, their causes and preventive measures. Practical: Preparation of fabrics for printing. Optimization of printing paste using fixer, binder and colour. Preparation of samples of different styles of printing – block, screen, stencil, roller and resist. Developing products for personal and household use with any one or a combination of different styles of printing. Visit to a printing unit. ATS-316 Apparel Supply Chain Management 3(3+0) Sem II Introduction to supply chain management – its need and importance. Principles of supply chain development. Hierarchy of supply chain and its components. Critical analysis of nature of supply chain management for 287 products and services. Impact of global economy on supply management process. Integrated supply chain management. Strategies for customer service, quality and inventory management. Factors affecting the supply chain and their effective management. Case studies and critical evaluation of companies’ supply chain development and management. ATS-411 Advance Draping Techniques 3(0+3) Sem I Draping, trueing and stitching– dartless shirt, surplice front, bustier; Draping and stitching skirts; Draping collars, sleeves, lowered exaggerated armhole sleeve; Cowls; Flounces, ruffles and peplums; Dresses – sundress and sculptured dress; Draping knits; Designing custom clothing. Analysis and presentation. ATS-412 CAD–Pattern Making and Grading 2(0+2) Sem I Introduction to pattern making software. Basics of pattern making tools (System and general tool bar, Edit tool bar, Accessories tool bar, Insert tool bar, Modify tool bar and Advance tool bar). Basics of pattern making menus (File menu, Edit menu, Piece menu, Grading menu, Pleat menu, Dart menu, Design menu, View menu, Option menu and Help menu). Creating grading basic patterns (Bodice front, back and sleeve, Skirt front and back). Fundamentals of patternmaking software. Detailed use of drawing and editing tools. Creating basic sloper/ pattern set- bodice front and back, skirt front and back and sleeve. Development of sloper/patterns of selected designed dresses using pattern making software. Grading sloper/ patterns in pattern making software. Marker making in pattern making software by manual and automatic methods. Preparation of portfolio of developed sloper/pattern. ATS-413 Quality Analysis in Textiles and Apparels 3(2+1) Sem I Importance of quality control and textile testing and introduction to various organizations/ institutes dealing with textile testing. Sampling techniques of fibre, yarn and fabric for testing. Standard conditions of testing and their importance. Testing of fibre dimensions- length, thickness, fineness, crimp, moisture content, strength, elasticity, linear density, and fibre imperfections. Testing of yarn dimensions: count, twist, single yarn strength and elongation, lea strength, evenness, hairiness, crimp, moisture regain, burst strength, pilling and yarn imperfections. Testing of fabrics. Physical, mechanical, comfort, colourfastness and fabric imperfections (physical testing of fabrics – thickness, GSM, fabric count, drapability, thermal conductivity, shrinkage, stiffness, elongation and crease resistance, Mechanical testing of fabrics- tensile strength, tear strength, dimensional stability, abrasion resistance, bending length and flexural rigidity, Testing of Comfort properties of fabrics- heat transfer, thermal protection, air and moisture permeability, water absorption and water repellence, Tests for colour fastness- washing, perspiration, light, rubbing and dry cleaning). Accepted Quality level (AQL) – Pre-production, production and post-production inspection of fabrics, sewing threads, buttons, zippers, buckles and ancillaries like linings and interlinings, labels and packaging material. Statistical quality control (SQC)- Different statistical techniques and their application in textile and apparel testing. Practical Demonstration of fibre testing for length, thickness, fineness, crimp, moisture content, strength, elasticity, and linear density. Demonstration of yarn testing for count, twist, single yarn strength and elongation, lea strength, evenness, hairiness, crimp, moisture regain, burst strength and pilling. Physical testing of fabrics for testing thickness, GSM, fabric count, drapability, thermal conductivity, shrinkage, stiffness, elongation, and crease resistance. Mechanical testing of fabrics for testing tensile strength, tear strength, dimensional stability, abrasion resistance, bending length and flexural rigidity. Testing for comfort properties of fabrics for heat transfer, thermal protection, air and moisture permeability, water absorption and water repellence. Quality analysis of selected apparels- women’s kurti, men’s shirt and t-shirt. Visit to textile testing laboratory/ Quality control department in a textile or apparel industry. ATS-414 Apparel Production Management 3 (3+0) Sem I Introduction to apparel industry (apparel product types, organizational structure and sectors of the garment industry, developments in recent years, opportunities and challenges in Indian apparel sector, overview of global apparel industry, major trends in international apparel technological concepts). Different departments of apparel industry and their functioning (Design department, Marketing and business development department, Purchasing department, Finance department, Production department, Operations department). Apparel Production Technology (Material sourcing, Cutting technology- Forms of spreading for different types of fabrics, types of spreading machinery. Cutting techniques, considerations of cutting parameters for different fabrics, cutting machines and its working principle, fusing technology: Fusing materials, components of fusing, types of resin coating and its applications. Fusing machine types, working principle and their application, Sewing technology: Features, mechanism, working principle and application of single needle lock stitch (SNLS) machine, double needle lock stitch (DNLS) machine, over lock machine, blind stitch machine, button sewer and buttonhole machines, bar tack machines; stitches and seams, feed mechanism and working aids, needles and threads and Pressing and finishing technology: Classification of pressing, components of pressing/finishing machinery and equipment. Thread trimming, quality checking of garments and pressing, Apparel Production Systems). Warehousing. Assortment and storage methods. Packing: Function and scope of packing, packing methods, instructions, materials, weight, ratio, and labelling considerations for shipment by air and sea, packing marks. Capital management: Support system – banks, govt. agencies and institutions. Fixed and working capital. Cost accounting: Classification of cost elements- direct and indirect. Determination of factory cost, administration cost and sales cost of an apparel product. Manufacturing cost account statement – preparation and analysis, cost behaviour patterns – fixed, variable, semi variable. Calculations related to job order costing and process costing. Pricing methods: Cost plus pricing methods / full cost pricing, conversion cost pricing, differential cost pricing; variable cost pricing, direct cost pricing. Derivation of cost of apparel products – woven / knits. CM, CMT cost analysis for various styles. Activity based costing, Cost analysis for various styles of garments. FOB/CIF/C and F pricing of apparels. Personnel management- Human Resource Planning, job analysis, recruitment and selection, Training and development, compensation, performance appraisal, communication, career planning and development, conflict solution, personal audit, organization development, work environment. Industrial psychology. Trade globalization and its effect on Indian apparel industry. ATS-415 Agro Textiles 2(1+1) Sem I Introduction to Agrotextiles. History, significance, Fibres used, Fabric Construction details, Properties required, production techniques and Advantages. Substantial Role of Agro-Textiles in Agricultural Applications. Meaning, need, application, materials used, types, characteristics, advantages and constraints of different agro-textiles: Sun screen, Bird protection nets, Plant nets, Ground cover, Wind protectors, Windshield, Root ball net, Insect meshes, Turf protection net, mulch mats, monofil nets, cold and frost controls, covering pallets, anti hail stone nets, harvesting nets, packing materials. Agro textiles for Animal husbandry, Fishing and aquaculture nets. Meaning, need, application, materials used, types, characteristics, advantages and constraints of different agro textiles used in Animal husbandry, Fishing and aquaculture. Marketing strategy Significance of agro-textiles in technical textiles industries, Past, present and future prospects, techno-economics of agro-tech. Practical Introduction to all types of agrotextiles – showcasing the fabric samples and their applications. Survey for agro textiles in the market and collection of swatches. Identification of swatches, preparation of agro textile portfolio. Assessment of the functional property of agro textiles. Mini project (group activity)- Designing agro-textiles for specific functional performance ATS-416 Recent Advances in Textiles 2(2+0) Sem I Recent researches in production and manufacture of textile fibers, yarns and fabrics. Biofinishes and processing of natural textiles and their conversion into clothing. Developments in the field of functional textiles, technical textiles and its application areas. Use of special techniques in textile processing. Thrust areas of contemporary research and future projections. ATS-422 Student Project and Presentation 2(0+2) Sem II B.Sc. (Hons) Fashion Designing – 4 Year Programme

Sr. No.	Course Number	Course Title	Credit Hours	Semester
1	FD-101	Basics of Design Composition	3(1+2)	I
2	FD-102	Dynamics of Fashion	2(2+0)	I
3	FD-103	Fashion Drawing-I	2(0+2)	I
4	FD-104	Pattern Making and Garment Construction-I	3(1+2)	I
5	FD-111	Visual Studies and Appreciation	2(0+2)	II
6	FD-112	Fashion Drawing-II	3(0+3)	II
7	FD-113	Pattern Making and Garment Construction-II	2(0+2)	II
8	FD-114	Indian Costumes	3(2+1)	II
9	FD-201	Fashion Studies	2(2+0)	I
10	FD-202	Merchandising Fashion	4(2+2)	I
11	FD-203	Introduction to Apparel Industry	2(2+0)	I
12	FD-204	Costumes of the World	3(2+1)	I
13	FD-211	Apparel Production Technology	3(1+2)	II
14	FD-212	Draping and Flat Pattern Making	3(0+3)	II
15	FD-213	Basics of Grading	2(0+2)	II
16	FD-301	Retail Fashion Merchandising and Marketing	3(2+1)	I
17	FD-302	Commercial Product Designing	3(0+3)	I
18	FD-303	Trims and Accessories	2(2+0)	I
19	FD-311	Fashion Communication	2(1+1)	II
20	FD-312	Sociological, Psychological and Ethical Aspects of Fashion	2(2+0)	II
21	FD-313	Visual Merchandising	2(1+1)	II
22	FD-314	Craft Documentation	8(2+6)	II
23	FD-401	Green Technologies in Apparel Manufacturing	2(2+0)	I
24	FD-402	Experiential Learning in Fashion and Lifestyle Products	12(0+12)	I
25	FD-410	Seminar	1(0+1)	I
26	FD-411	Product Line Development/ Fashion Show	12(0+12)	II
27	FD-419	Internship-I	0+6 NC	II
28	FD-420	Internship-II	0+6 NC	II
Courses from Minor Stream
29	ATS-113	Introductory Sewing Techniques	3(0+3)	I
30	ATS-114	Introductory Textiles	3(2+1)	I
31	ATS-115	Introduction to Knitwear Technology	3(1+2)	II
32	ATS-116	Woven Structures	3(1+2)	II
33	ATS-213	Traditional Textiles	3(2+1)	I
34	ATS-214	Knitwear Designing	2(0+2)	I
35	ATS-215	Garment Production Machinery and Equipment	2(1+1)	II
36	ATS-216	Quality Control	4(2+2)	II
37	ATS-314	Dyeing Studies	3(1+2)	I
38	ATS-315	Textile Printing	3(1+2)	I
39	ATS- 316	Apparel Supply Chain Management	3(3+0)	II
Skill Enhancement Courses
40	SEC-FD1	Textile Decorations	3(0+3)	I
41	SEC-FD2	Computer Aided Fashion Illustrations	2(0+2)	I
42	SEC-FD3	Computer Aided Designing and Pattern Making	4(0+4)	II
43	SEC-FD4	Graphic Design	2(0+2)	I
Value Added Courses
44	NCC-I/NSS-I /NSO-I	National Cadet Corps I/National Social Service I/National Sports Organization I	1(0+1)	I
45	NCC-II/NSS-II /NSO-II	National Cadet Corps II/National Social Service II/National Sports Organization II	1(0+1)	II
46	HDFS-213	Human Ethics	1(1+0)	I
47	EDU TOUR	Educational Tour	1(0+1)NG#	I
48	ENV-011	Environmental Studies and Disaster Management	3(2+1)	II
Ability Enhancement Courses
49	ENG-101	Functional Grammar and Writing Skills	2(1+1)	II
50	ENG-102	Using English for Persuasive Writing and Public Speaking	2(1+1)	II
51	AI-011	Agricultural Informatics and Artificial Intelligence	3(2+1)	I
Multidisciplinary Courses
52	EECM-111	Communication for Development	2(1+1)	I
53	SEC-EECM 7	Audio and Video Recording	1(0+1)	II
54	MGT-302	Accounting and Inventory Management	2(2+0)	I
55	MGT-301	Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship	2(2+0)	II

FD-101 Basics of Design Composition 3(1+2) Sem 1 Definition of art. Introduction to art media. Elements and principles of design. Dimensions of colour. Colour schemes – their importance and application. Types of motifs and trends in Indian art. Practical: Materials, equipment and techniques of drawing and rendering. Basic sketching techniques. Free hand sketching of various objects and scenes. Composition of floral, geometrical and abstract designs. Colour wheel – grey scales and various colour schemes. Developing colour combinations. Placement of motifs in repeat. Enlargement of motifs. Development of design portfolio.

FD-102 Dynamics of Fashion 2(2+0) Sem I Fashion terminology. Components of fashion- Silhouette, Texture, Colour, Shape. Movement of fashion – fashion cycle and its stages: Introduction, Rise, Peak, Decline and Obsolescence. Fashion adoption theories- Trickle down, Trickle Across and Bottom Up theories. Factors influencing fashion movement- Accelerating and Retarding factors, Sumptuary laws. Consumer identification with fashion.

FD-103 Fashion Drawing-I 2(0+2) Sem I Introduction to tools and techniques of Fashion Illustration. Proportions of female figure. Developing female figures using figure guides. Different types of figures: Basic block and Muscled. Development of different poses. Sketching faces, hands, legs, feet, hair styles and accessories. Free-hand sketching of figures. Study of different silhouettes. Study of figure proportions in relation to draped apparel.

FD-104 Pattern Making and Garment Construction-I 3(1+2) Sem I Basic terminology. Use of different techniques of garment construction – drafting, pattern making, flat pattern and draping. Different types of patterns. Children’s body measurement chart. Practical: Drafting of a child’s bodice block and its adaptation. Designing and pattern making of frocks, tops, skirts, shirts and contemporary lower garments. Group assignment on children’s line development.

SEC-FD1 Textile Decorations 3(0+3) Sem I Introduction to motif and design. Types of design. Repetition of motifs and their placement for design development. Textile embellishment with pasementaries, block, screen and stencil printing. Innovations in printing. Styles in fabric painting: Free hand and Object painting. Development of samples and articles. Industrial survey of the popularly used printing techniques. Market survey of embellishments and pasementaries used in apparel. Report writing and presentation.

FD-111 Visual Studies and Appreciation 2(0+2) Sem II Aesthetics in nature. Situational analysis and inspiration from different elements of nature. Nature drawing: Leaves, flowers and trees. Detailing in landscapes and sceneries. Introduction to Shading techniques & Shading patterns. Creating different effects with shading patterns. Object drawing with reference to light and angle of sight.

FD-112 Fashion Drawing-II 3(0+3) Sem II Proportions of human figure – kids. Developing kids figure using figure guides. Sketching of various garment details – collars, necklines, sleeves, cuffs, gathers, pleats and folds. Flat-sketching of various garments (front and back). Sketching of accessories. Costume anatomy (style lines). Garment draping on fashion figures. Designing garments for various age groups. Techniques of creating textures and patterns. Analysis of design collections of famous designers. Case studies of famous national and international designers. Development of fashion portfolio.

FD-113 Pattern Making and Garment Construction-II 2(0+2) Sem II Anthropometric measurements. Adult’s body measurement chart. Developing adult bodice block. Different neck lines, yokes, collars and sleeves. Different types of trousers and skirts. Adaptation of bodice, designing and pattern making of various garments – blouse/blouson, corsets, jackets, skirts, trousers etc. Construction of selected garments. Portfolio development.

FD-114 Indian Costumes 3(2+1) Sem II Introduction and history of Indian costumes. Study of Indian costumes and accessories of different regions of India from Indus Valley civilization to contemporary times: Southern, Northern, Western and Eastern regions. Rural and tribal costumes of India. Practical: Collection of pictures of different Indian costumes and accessories and portfolio development. Designing and construction of contemporary garments inspired from historic Indian costumes.

FD-201 Fashion Studies 2(2+0) Sem I Introduction to culture. Effect of different cultures- India, France, Italy and New York on the development of fashion. Relationship between social, psychological, economic, demographic, life style factors and fashion trends. Exploration of fashion, art, architecture, textiles, costume, customs and rituals in major art and fashion cities of the world: Paris, New York, Milan, London, Tokyo and Delhi.

FD-202 Merchandising Fashion 4(2+2) Sem I Careers in merchandising. Fashion merchandising concepts and responsibilities. Trade merchandising systems – International fashion market and domestic market. Policies for fashion distribution. Fashion forecasting and market research. Merchandising fashion in relation to family cycle. Budgeting fashion merchandise – Importance and types of financial plans. Practical: Preparation of merchandiser’s buying plan. Two week’s internship in stores to study the merchandising system.

FD-203 Introduction to Apparel Industry 2(2+0) Sem I Brief history and development of textile and apparel industry. SWOT analysis. Major apparel exporting and importing countries. Introduction and roles of various departments, design, sampling, sales, sourcing, merchandising and production. Future prospects of domestic and global apparel industry. Export oriented units and organizations for export promotion. Incentives given to apparel industry by the government – central and state.

FD-204 Costumes of the World 3(2+1) Sem I Introduction and history of costumes of the world. Study of historic costumes and accessories of ancient times – Egyptian, Asiatic, Greek, Roman, French and American in relation to fibres, fabrics, colours, motifs and designs used. Practical: Collection and compilation of motifs and designs of historic costumes and accessories of world. Designing and construction of contemporary garments inspired from costumes of the world.

SEC-FD2 Computer Aided Fashion Illustrations 2(0+2) Sem I Introduction to design software tools. Drawing fashion figures: basic block and its fleshing, figures in different poses. Creating effects in various silhouettes. Drawing of fashion details –necklines, collars, sleeves, pockets, cuffs, accessories and garments like jackets, skirts, trousers, tops, shirts. Designing and draping garments on croqui. Portfolio development.

FD-211 Apparel Production Technology 3(1+2) Sem II Status of apparel industry in India. Structure of apparel industry. Automation in apparel industry. Garment production – sample development and designer’s worksheet, pattern making, spreading and cutting, assembling, labelling and finishing. Challenges in apparel industry. Practical: Exercises in development of worksheets and cost sheets for line development of apparel for children/adults. Visit to an apparel manufacturing unit.

FD-212 Draping and Flat Pattern Making 3(0+3) Sem II Terminology and importance of draping and flat pattern making. Tools and equipment used. Preparation of muslin cloth, steps in draping, marking and trueing. Draping basic patterns of bodice block, neck lines, collars, yokes and skirts. Adding and reducing fullness. Construction of selected draped garments – blouse, jacket, skirt, trousers/capris. Development of a sloper. Dart manipulation through flat pattern methods. Portfolio presentation.

FD-213 Basics of Grading 2(0+2) Sem II General terminology. Importance of grading in readymade garments. Tools and equipment used. Computer aided grading. Types of grades. General principles and techniques of marker making; sloper development; increasing and decreasing patterns of bodice, sleeves, collars, pockets and styled garments. Portfolio presentation.

SEC-FD3 Computer Aided Designing and Pattern Making 4(0+4) Sem II Introduction to advance tools of fashion illustration software. Designing different garments using CAD based software on different themes. For female garments: casual, formal, ethnic, indo-western styles and for kids: casual, formal and party wear. Development of basic pattern set. Pattern making and marker making of the designed garments for various age groups using CAD.

FD-301 Retail Fashion Merchandising and Marketing 3(2+1) Sem 1 Buying terminology. Types of shopping centers. Retail fashion distribution and operations. Retail buying, selling and the fashion cycle. Interpreting customers’ demand. Preparation of merchandise plan. Assortment planning and buying. Importance of record keeping. Sales training. Practical: Survey of different retail outlets for exploring their inventory management strategies, stock reports and sales reports. Assortment planning for different types of customer profiles and stores. Project work and report writing.

FD-302 Commercial Product Designing 3(0+3) Sem I Development of commercial products: Market survey for exploring the demand, designing and sourcing of raw material, sample preparation, style reading, development of spec sheets, drafting, cutting and stitching of products for different age groups. Development of cost sheet: Calculation of cost price, selling price and profit. Portfolio development.

FD-303 Trims and Accessories 2(2+0) Sem I Introduction and importance of trims and accessories. Garment accessories – selection and design, functional utility and aesthetic performance. Characteristics of different types of trims and accessories- ribbons, braids, laces, buttons, zippers, snap fasteners, hooks & eyes, hook & loop tape, eyelets. Sourcing of different trims and accessories and preparation of a portfolio.

SEC-FD 4 Graphic Design 2(0+2) Sem I Concepts of graphics and multimedia. Image manipulation techniques, image correction techniques. Designing brochures, catalogues and newspapers. Designing for publications. Use of different design softwares. Illustrating advertising concepts. Media publishing using in design, motion graphic techniques. 2D animation using macromedia flash. Layout designing, key framing and tweening techniques, introduction to action script programming for interactivity. Approaches to 3D animation. Rendering. Planning and preparing layouts of graphics for designing brochures, flyers, newsletters, stationery, postcards, ads and posters to promote products, product lines, fashion sales and fashion business. Case studies and project.

FD-311 Fashion Communication 2(1+1) Sem II Concept, definition and scope of communication. Functions of mass communication through different media. Role of media in society and its need in fashion world. Media ethics. Creative writing. Interviews types and how to conduct it. Designing catalogues and brochures. Editing and its various techniques. Event management- fashion shows and photo shoots. Practical: Creative photo shoots, network fashion communication and writing of fashion articles.

FD-312 Sociological, Psychological and Ethical Aspects of Fashion 2(2+0) Sem II Sociological factors influencing fashion – Impact of culture, society, myths and rituals, ethnocentrism and ethnic dresses and contemporary culture on fashion. Historic view of fashion history. Impact of demographic sub culture, age, race, income and social classes. Types of social influences, social comparison, compliance and obedience to norms. Fashion independence – resistance to influence, opinion leadership, buying and disposing of fashion. Psychological factors affecting fashion – group conformity, creativity, sexual attraction, fashion adoption leadership, individuality and brand consciousness. Ethics in fashion and ethical consumerism – Consumer protection, offensive fashion advertising, imitation, stealing of design concepts, adoption of ethical means for fashion brands, workers’ rights, chemicals used in production and processing, labour issues, exploitation in fashion industry and other social and environmental effects.

FD-313 Visual Merchandising 2(1+1) Sem II Introduction to the concept of visual merchandising: Definition, techniques, principles and importance. Theory of colour, form, composition and proportion. Study of store design objectives, techniques and layout. Practical: Project report on existing visual merchandising practices followed by different retail outlets. Presentation on visual illustration and merchandising on selected themes.

FD-314 Craft Documentation 6(2+4) Sem II Use of primary and secondary sources for documentation of selected craft- history, region, motifs, design, equipment, production process and techniques, finishing, marketing, uses and product range of a craft. Evolution of the craft from traditional to contemporary times. Practical: Developing a manual of motifs, design, equipment, production process & techniques and finishing of a selected craft from craft hub. Training in the production of the craft from artisans.

FD-401 Green Technologies in Apparel Manufacturing 2(2+0) Sem I Introduction and importance of green technologies in apparel manufacturing. Use of sustainable fibres: Organic natural fibres; highly renewable fibres and low impact synthetic or recycled fibres. Use of nontoxic or reduced toxicity fibre processes and treatments. Use of natural dyes. Lean Manufacturing and Zero waste principles. Minimal or environmentally appropriate packaging. Importance of carbon credits in apparel and textile manufacturing. Challenges in green apparel manufacturing- use of chemical dyes, cruelty to animals and humans, concern for environment andlack of certifications.

FD-402 Experiential Learning in Fashion and Lifestyle Products 12(0+12) Sem I Orientation to experiential learning. Hands on training for setting and running a ‘Fashion and Lifestyle Products’ enterprise: Market survey, need assessment, designing, construction and costing of prototype, getting orders, production, packaging and delivery of product. Development of different lifestyle products. Redressal of problems in running ‘Fashion and Lifestyle Products’ enterprise.

FD-410 Seminar 1(0+1) Sem I

FD-411 Product Line Development/ Presentation 12(0+12) Sem II

FD-419 Internship-I 0+6 (NG) Sem II

FD- 420 Internship-II 0+6 (NG) Sem II

/Ph.D. (According to BSMA)

Field of Specialization: Apparel and Textile Science

Sr. No.	Course Number	Course Title	Credit Hours	Class
1.	ATS 501	Textile Chemistry	2+1	M.Sc.
2.	ATS 502	Textile and Apparel Quality Analysis	2+1	M.Sc.
3.	ATS 503	Pattern Making and Draping	1+2	M.Sc.
4.	ATS 504	Woven Textile Design	2+1	M.Sc.
5.	ATS 505	Wet Processing of Textiles	2+1	M.Sc.
6.	ATS 506	Computer Aided Textile and Apparel Designing	0+2	M.Sc.
7.	ATS 507	Textile and Apparel Industrial Management	3+0	M.Sc.
8.	ATS 508	Historic Textile and Costumes	1+1	M.Sc.
9.	ATS 509	Textile Auxillaries	2+1	M.Sc.
10.	ATS 510	Socio Psychological Aspects of clothing	2+0	M.Sc.
11.	ATS 511	Sustainability in textile and apparel Industry	2+0	M.Sc.
12.	ATS 512	Textile and Apparel Product Development	1+1	M.Sc.
13.	ATS 513	Laboratory Techniques in Textile Research	0+2	M.Sc.
14.	ATS 514	Special Project	0+1	M.Sc.
15.	ATS 591	Seminar	1+0	M.Sc.
16.	ATS 601	Textile ecology	2+0	Ph.D.
17.	ATS 602	Technical Textiles	2+1	Ph.D.
18.	ATS 603	Techonological Development in Textiles and Apparel	2+0	Ph.D.
19.	ATS 604	Colour Applications in Textiles	1+1	Ph.D.
20.	ATS 605	Functional Clothing	2+1	Ph.D.
21.	ATS 606	Textile Conservation	1+1	Ph.D.
22.	ATS 607	Operational Management in Textiles and Apparel	2+0	Ph.D.
23.	ATS 608	Technology of Non-wovens	2+0	Ph.D.
24.	ATS 609	Special Project	0+2	Ph.D.
25.	ATS 691	Doctoral Seminar -I	1+0	Ph.D.
26.	ATS 692	Doctoral Seminar-II	1+0	Ph.D.

ATS 501 Textile Chemistry 2+1 Sem I UNIT I: Chemistry of polymers Polymerization- types, degree and characteristics; Structure of textile fibres- molecular bonding, length, orientation; Requirements of fibre forming polymers; Bi-component and Bi-constituent fibres- types, characteristics, application and spinning (fibre forming systems). UNIT II: Structure-property relations of natural fibres Repeating units, bonds, reactive groups; Reactions of cotton, linen, jute, silk, wool, and minor natural fibres to, heat, light, various chemicals and microorganisms. UNIT III: Structure-property relations of Man-made and Synthetic fibres Repeating units, bonds, reactive groups and reactions of viscose rayon, modal (HWM), polyester, nylon, acrylic, spandex to heat, light, various chemicals and microorganisms; Fibre Blending principles, types and scope. UNIT IV: Introduction to high performance fibres Aramid, Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE), High Density Polyethylene. (HDPE), Carbon, Fibres with Limited Oxygen Index (LOI), Glass and Specialty fibres. Practical: Preparation of chemical solutions for fibre testing. Fibre testing – Natural fibres- cross sectional view of cotton, jute, linen, wool and silk. Cross sectional view of Man-made fibres – Viscose, polyester, acrylic and minor fibres. Effect of heat on cellulosic, protein and synthetic fibres. Effect of dilute and conc. acids on cellulosic, protein and synthetic fibres. Effect of dilute and conc. alkali on cellulosic, protein and synthetic fibres. Detection of acid damage on cotton. Mercerization of cotton fibres and yarns- with and without tension. Effect of bleaching on textile fibres – Detection of damage due to over bleaching. Effect of finishing agents and solvents on cellulosic, protein and synthetic fibres. Detection of damage to cellulosic and protein fibres by acids and alkalies. Quantitative analysis of binary fibre blends and conditioning and estimation of fibre blend ratio. Quantitative analysis of tertiary fibre blends and conditioning and estimation of fibre blend ratio. ATS 502 Textile and Apparel Quality Analysis 2+1 Sem II UNIT I: Quality analysis and control Importance of quality analysis and control; Effect of moisture and humidity on properties of textiles; Standard conditions of testing; Sampling – methods and techniques for fibre, yarn and fabric. UNIT II: Fibre and yarn testing Fibre testing – length, linear density, maturity and strength; Yarn testing – yarn count, single and lea strength, twist, crimp and evenness. UNIT III: Fabric testing Fabric testing – Geometrical properties – thread count, weight, thickness, strength – breaking, tearing and bursting; Abrasion resistance, pilling, crease recovery, stiffness, drapability, air permeability, thermal properties, flammability, water absorbency and repellency, dimensional stability, colour fastness; Comfort and fabric handle measurement. UNIT IV: Apparel Quality Control Yarn and fabric defects; Preliminary inspection- Quality specifications and standards in raw material purchasing – fabric and accessories; In-process inspection – Quality control in spreading, cutting and bundling products; Quality factors in sewing, pressing, folding and finishing; Quality aspects of trims and accessories; Tolerance limits for garment dimensions; Final inspection – general garment defects; Procedure for quality checking and reporting. UNIT V: National and International organizations for standards National and international organizations for standards – BIS and other global standards; Quality auditing system – process and product audit, internal quality audit procedure. Practical: Sampling techniques of fibre, yarn and fabric. Testing of fibre – length, maturity and linear density. Yarn Testing – count, twist, crimp and evenness. Fabric testing – Geometrical properties – weight, thickness and fabric count. Fabric testing – abrasion resistance, pilling. Fabric testing – crease recovery, stiffness and drapability. Fabric testing – air permeability and thermal properties. Fabric testing – water permeability, wicking and dimensional stability. Breaking Strength– tensile strength of fibre, yarn and fabric. Estimation of tearing and bursting strength of fabrics. Processing, statistical analysis of the test data and interpretation of results. Garment Quality – Inspection of raw materials and analysis of defects in raw materials. Product quality analysis with respect to specification sheets- raw materials, product dimensions, construction and labelling. Study of quality auditing system in the industry. Quality analysis of low priced, medium priced and high-priced garments available in market – fabric quality, workmanship, fitting and sizing. Visit to a textile testing laboratory. ATS 503 Pattern Making and Draping 1+2 Sem I UNIT I: Advanced techniques of pattern making and draping Advanced techniques of pattern making and draping: incorporating style lines and fullness. UNIT II: Contouring Contouring – principles, contour guide patterns, classic, empire, surplice, off-shoulder designs, halters. UNIT III: Bodice – Sleeve variations Raglan sleeve variations – one-piece raglan, deep armhole raglan, armhole-princess raglan, yoke raglan with bell sleeve; drop shoulder, exaggerated armholes, kaftan. UNIT IV: Pattern Grading and Fitting Pattern grading – principles, grading bodice, sleeve, collar. Fitting – principles, standards, fitting problems and remedies. Practical: Dart manipulation through pivotal transfer. Dart manipulation through slash and spread method. Methods of adding fullness and contouring. Developing designs with added fullness and contouring using darts. Developing designs with added fullness and contouring using pleats. Developing designs with added fullness and contouring using tucks & gathers. Contouring -application in classic and empire designs. Contouring -application in off-shoulder designs. Contouring -application in halter neckline designs. Contouring -application in surplice designs. Draping of dartless shirt designs. Incorporating style lines. Draping Collars. Draping Cowls at neckline and underarm. Draping Cowls in skirts. Draping Built-in necklines. Draping Flounces, Ruffles and Peplums. Draping designs with knit fabrics and making patterns. Pattern making for variations in sleeves, variations in skirts and variations in trousers. Pattern grading- Bodice and sleeves. Pattern grading of skirts; men’s and women’s garments. Designing garment 1, 2 and 3 based on both the methods of pattern making and draping and making patterns. Construction of custom garment 1, 2 and 3. Assessment of custom garments for quality and body fit. ATS 504 Woven Textile Design 2+1 Sem II UNIT I: Types of looms, scope and importance Shuttleless looms –scope, importance and types -projectile, rapier, air jet, water jet weaving; multiple shed loom; Circular weaving; Tri-Axial looms; Pre-weaving processes for advance weaving; Automation in weaving. UNIT II: Woven designs and various weaves Woven Design – fabric textures; Graphical representation of design, draft and peg plan; Classification of weaves; Warp weight and weft weight calculations; Twill weave and its modification; Colour and weave effects. UNIT III: Types of textured and decorative weaves Construction of crepe, toweling- honeycomb, huck-a-back, bedford cord and curtain weaves, mock leno; Construction and production of complex structures – leno, double cloth, extra warp and extra weft figuring, terry pile and velveteens. UNIT IV: Specialty fabrics Construction and production of damask and brocade fabrics using jacquard patterning devices; Methods of carpet making; Use of specialty fibres, specialty yarns, designing and production of specialty fabrics. Practical: Weaving introduction – Procurement of yarn, setting up loom. Analysis of woven samples from different weaves. Construction of design, draft and peg plans for different weaves. Weaving samples of basic weave variations- plain and satin. Weaving samples of basic twill weave variations. Developing woven designs for weaving. Motif preparation and placement in different styles. Developing colour and texture plans. Weaving of the fabric with woven designs. Documentation of traditional textile designs. Development of modified textile designs. Documentation of modified textile designs. Visit to modern weaving mill with shuttle less looms. Portfolio development with woven samples and created designs. ATS 505 Wet Processing of Textiles 2+1 Sem II UNIT I: Chemistry of dyes and pigments Theory of dyeing; Chemistry of dyes and pigments- composition, structure, properties, affinity towards fibres, method of application, fixing, after treatments and fastness properties; Dyeing with natural dyes and role of mordants. UNIT II: Advanced Dyeing and Printing Techniques Dyeing of blends; Advanced dyeing techniques – macro, micro and nano; Dyeing machines used at the cottage and industrial level for fibre, yarn and fabric; Dyeing and printing defects and remedies; Advanced printing techniques- digital printing, 3D prints, automated flat bed and rotary screen printing; Assessment of colour fastness. UNIT III: Textile Finishes Textile finishes – concept, scope and importance ; functional finishes on different fabrics – antimicrobial, soil and stain release, durable press, UV protective, flame retardancy ; Comfort imparting finishes – application, uses, characteristics, problems and evaluation; Finishing with enzymes; Finishing of blended fabrics. Practical: Preparation of fabrics for dyeing. Preparation of fabrics for printing. Preparation of fabrics for finishing. Developing shade cards on different substrate with various classes of dyes and colour matching. Developing shade cards and colour matching. Natural dyeing. Dyeing with use of different mordants. Advanced techniques of fabric printing. Identification and application of finishing agents. Eco-friendly finishing of textiles. Assessment of properties of finished fabrics. Study of labels pertaining to finishes. Theme based project work –Theme selection and Project preparation. ATS 506 Computer Aided Textile and Apparel Designing 0+2 Sem II CAD commands. Textile designing softwares. Creation of textile designs (2D and 3D). Application of textile designs for different end uses. Creating stripes and checks using various commands. Creating a weave library. Assigning weaves to the designed stripes and checks for weaving. Introduction to commands from different tool groups- file menu, freehand, geometric, selection, selection utility, colour utilities and general utilities and practicing on these tools. Developing motifs by scanning and drawing using the CAD commands. Creating full design/ repeat using drop devices. Creating weaves and storing in Jacquard weave library. Assigning weaves to the design plan. Learning print commands- simulation and graph/ point paper. Developing a computer aided portfolio of different motifs. Introduction to different software – Command bars and assistants. Menu bar and options. Drawing tools.Colour rendering; Fill, pattern and repeat tools. Creation of Special effects Layers and layer settings. Apparel pattern making modules. Development of basic pattern through CAD. Principles of pattern making and basic blocks. Adaptation of styles. Fundamentals of grading and marking. Introduction to draping mode. Outlining, creation of grid and editing the object. Draping scanned pictures. Texture mapping and creating effects. Development of library and printing designed patterns. Preparation of portfolio of developed designs. Product designing and development of trims, foot wears, hand bags, buttons, buckles, belts, hats, scarf and jewellery. ATS 507 Textile and Apparel Industrial Management 3+0 Sem II UNIT I: Indian Textile industry Textile industry- history, development and status; export and import policies of Government; Textile research associations; Textile crafts councils. UNIT II: Status of garment industry in India Status of garment industry in India-production, marketing, distribution, consumption and export trends over last five years; problems of apparel industry and remedial measures. Complexity of management in garment industries: objective and expectations. UNIT III: Management in Apparel industry Classification of apparel industry- large, medium, small and role of MSMEs; Infrastructural facilities and personnel management in apparel industry; Techniques in managerial application of cost volume profit analysis; Productivity analysis, case studies. UNIT IV: Trade related organisations Apparel parks, apparel export promotion council, National fashion and design institutes; GATT, TUF, ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015 and 26000:2010 standards; WTO and its impact on textile and apparel industries; Effect of trade globalization on apparel industry. UNIT V: Automation in apparel and textile industries Recent advancements in CAD/CAM applications; automation in the industry; role of robotics in productivity management ATS 508 Historic Textiles and Costumes 1+1 Sem II UNIT I: Study of traditional textiles Study of traditional dyed, printed, embroidered and non-woven textiles in terms of fibre content, fabrics, motifs, colours, designs and dyes used in Egypt, Greece, Rome, France, America, Japan and China. UNIT II: Study of traditional costumes History and evolution of traditional costumes and accessories for men and women of Egypt, Greece, Rome, Japan, France, America and China. Practical: Collection and documentation of traditional textile prints and surface designs of Egypt & Greece. Collection and documentation of traditional textile prints and surface designs of Rome & France. Collection and documentation of traditional textile prints and surface designs of America & Japan. Collection and documentation of traditional textile prints and surface designs of China. Developing textile surface designs with combination of motifs of different countries. Documentation of various styles of men’s garments of various countries. Documentation of various styles of women’s garments of various countries. Designing and adaptation of outfits for men from historic costumes according to current trends. Designing and adaptation of outfits for women from historic costumes according to current trends. Visit to museums and Reporting and Presentation of the visits. ATS 509 Textile Auxiliaries 2+1 Sem I UNIT I: Introduction to auxiliaries Textile auxiliaries– definition, classification, selection and uses in processing operations. UNIT II: Surface active agents Chemistry and synthesis of surface-active agents – essential requirements of surfactants, classification and biodegradability; Physical principles of cleansing efficiency; Scouring, bleaching and mercerizing auxiliaries. UNIT III: Dyeing and Printing auxiliaries Dyeing auxiliaries – Wetting, levelling, stripping, dye fixing, swelling, dispersing agents and carriers; Printing auxiliaries – thickeners and their classification, wetting, hygroscopic, antifoaming, reducing, oxidizing agents and pigment binders, fixers and miscellaneous auxiliaries. UNIT IV: Finishing auxiliaries Stiffening, cross linking, optical brighteners, softeners, water proof/repellents, flame proof/retardants, soil release, anti-pilling, antimicrobial, moth and mildew proofing; methods of producing nanoparticles of auxiliaries for textile finishing. Practical: Market survey of different textile auxiliaries. Analysis of the surfactant properties of surfactant. Preparation of detergent. Preparation of sizing combination. Preparation of sizing combination. Analysis of the sized samples. Selection of suitable combinations. Assessment of whiteness index of fabrics finished with bleach 1 and 2. Assessment of whiteness index of fabrics finished with optical brightening agent 1 and 2. Assessment of whiteness index of fabrics finished with detergent 1 and 2. ATS 510 Socio-Psychological Aspects of Clothing 2+0 Sem II UNIT I: Clothing Clothing-origin, theories, functions and modern philosophy of clothing in relation to culture; Clothing symbolism; Factors effecting clothing -fashion, fad, custom, tradition, culture contact, status, age, education, technology and role of legislation. UNIT II: Socio-psychological aspects of clothing Socio-psychological aspects of clothing-first impression, individual values, interest, attitude, motivation in clothing choices, self-respect, self-enhancement, self-expression, gender desirability and individuality; clothing and society: clothing and social behaviour, influence of religion, beliefs, customs and traditions; clothes and conformity; cloths and occupation; socio psychological impact of clothing among different age groups; significance of uniforms and national costumes. Clothes for conformity, mobility, aesthetic appearance. Health and sanitation related to clothing. UNIT III: Consumer behaviour Consumer behaviour: concept and importance, consumer needs and motivations, consumer perspective and viewpoints; environmental influence; individual differences. Consumer resourses: involvement and motivation; knowledge, attitudes; individual differences in behaviour; psychological processes. Consumer decision-making processes; model of consumer decision-making; consumer analysis and marketing strategy; retailing; consumer trends; market segmentation; diffusion of innovation; Counterfeit textiles and consumer protection measures; consumerism and role of media. UNIT IV: Marketing concept Marketing concept; Types of customers; Understanding consumers and customer demand; Market segmentation and consumer adopter categories- their characteristics, psychographics and the interrelationship with production, price zones and marketing strategies in relation to fashion cycle; Theories of fashion adoption; Role of fashion influencers. ATS 511 Sustainability in Textile and Apparel Industry 2+0 Sem I UNIT I: Impact of textile sector on environment Environmental threats in textile and apparel industry- raw materials and processes; Banned dyes and chemicals in India; Concept of green supply chain; Certified organic, renewable and low impact raw material; Reduced toxicity in fiber processes and treatments; Effluent Treatment Plants; Concept of zero wastage and lean manufacturing; Pre -consumer and post-consumer textile wastage; 3-R approach and its advantages; Environmental friendly packaging and eco labeling; Certified agencies imparting eco label. UNIT II: Natural dyes Natural dyes – importance, classification of natural pigments; extraction methods including the concept of supercritical dyeing, microwave and ultrasonication, mordants and dyeing methods; Role of natural dyes in safeguarding the environment. UNIT III: Reduced energy processes Reduced energy processes; Use of alternative sources of energy during product lifecycle; Importance of carbon credits in textile and apparel manufacturing. ATS 512 Textile and Apparel Product Development 1+1 Sem II UNIT I: Textile and apparel product development Textile and apparel product development – concept, history, objective; product design, product life cycle and new product development. Merchandising – role, responsibilities, use of calendar, branding, labelling and retailing. UNIT II: Product testing Product – testing, economics, standards and specifications; product quality control; technical services, positioning and marketing. UNIT III: Organizational behaviour Organizational behaviour; accounting; product intellectual property law. UNIT IV: Commercial product development Commercial product development – Role of computers and related software in product development. e-marketing – concepts and application. Practical: Product review- Analyzing existing products of textile in terms of design, life cycle and assessment of market need for new product development. Development of survey Performa for preparation of product profile of Textile product-1 and 2. Development of survey performa for preparation of product profile of Apparel product-1 and 2. Survey on selected products from textiles and apparel field. Product testing and analysis of selected textiles – quality, serviceability, material. Product testing and analysis of selected textiles – construction, performance. Product testing and analysis of selected textiles – Products standard ,specifications and cost. Product testing and analysis of selected apparels – quality, serviceability, material. Product testing and analysis of selected apparels – construction, performance. Product testing and analysis of selected apparels – Products standard ,specifications and cost. Product planning on the basis of- market needs, aesthetic, functional requirements and producibility. Production of new product- With aesthetic, functional requirements and producibility. Project work. ATS 513 Laboratory Techniques in Textile Research 0+2 Sem I Preparation of buffers for pre-processes. Preparation of reagents for pre-processes. Preparation of standard solutions for pre-processes. Demonstration on Microencapsulation– Preparation and application; assessment through TEM. Demonstration on Microencapsulation– Preparation and application; assessment through SEM. Demonstration on Microencapsulation– Preparation and application; assessment through FTIR. Demonstration on Nano synthesis – Preparation and application; assessment through TEM. Nano synthesis – Preparation and application; assessment through SEM. Nano synthesis – Preparation and application; assessment through and FTIR. Optimization of variables for various dyes. Optimization of variables for various printing. Optimization of conditions for various finishing treatments. Optimization of conditions for various enzyme treatments. Analysis of water- pH, TDS. Analysis of dye extracts Analysis of finishing extracts. Analysis of water-dye effluents, BOD, COD, anions, cations. Laboratory techniques for assessing colour strength. Laboratory techniques for assessing reflectance. Laboratory techniques for assessing Spectrophotometry-visible, ultraviolet. Laboratory techniques for assessing Spectrophotometry-infrared and chromatographic techniques. Use of different scales to assess light fastness, washing fastness and rubbing fastness. Management and interpretation of data generated. Statistical analysis of test results in SPSS package. ATS 514 Special Project 0+1 Sem II ATS 591 Seminar 1+0 ATS 599 Thesis/Research 30 ATS 601 Textile Ecology 2+0 Sem I UNIT I: Textile ecology Textile ecology – concept and importance; Industrialization, eco-balance and sustainability; Air, noise and water pollution by mechanical and chemical textile processing units and their effect. Organic and coloured cotton, natural dyes and detergents. UNIT II: Treatment and disposal of textile effluents Particulate matter and pollution control devices; Treatment processes of sewage. Waste minimization and management strategies; Recovery and reuse of water and chemicals. UNIT III: Banned dyes and chemicals used in textile industries Banned dyes, heavy metals, pesticides and auxiliaries in textile and related industries. Health hazards of textile workers and their remedial measures; Colour removal technologies. Unit IV: Indian and International environmental legislations Indian and international environmental legislations. Eco-standards, eco-labeling, management and auditing. Management of packaging waste. ATS 602 Technical Textiles 2+1 Sem I UNIT I: Introduction to technical textiles Technical textiles- importance, classification, types of fibres and materials. UNIT II: Developments in nano fibres and micro fibres Types of nano and micro fibres, performance characteristics, production and application; Developments in nano fibre based nonwovens. UNIT III: Technical textiles in industrial applications Agro tech, Build tech, Geo tech, Mobil tech, Pack tech, Indu tech and Oeko tech. UNIT IV: Technical textiles in personal environment Medi tech, Pro tech, Sport tech, Home tech and Cloth tech. UNIT V: Smart textiles Factors affecting the selection and uses of smart textiles, phase change materials, chromic materials, shape memory materials. Conductive materials and other functional materials characteristics and its applications. Practical: Introduction to all types of Technical textiles – showcasing the fabric samples and their applications. Survey for technical textiles in the market and collection of swatches. Identification of swatches, preparation of technical textile portfolio. Preparation of nano particles for an end-use and their characterization and application on textiles. Assessment of the functional property of nano finish on textiles. Agritech applications- mulch formation for nursery raising (interface with Agricultural college). Medi tech applications – preparation of any anti-microbial finishing solution for application on hospital textiles/ patient monitoring/ similar application. Application of anti-microbial finish on fabric. Assessment of anti-microbial finish on fabric – visit to the lab having microbiology facility. Mini project (group activity)- Designing technical textiles/ smart textiles using phase change materials/ shape memory materials/ dopplers etc. for specific functional performance. ATS 603 Technological Developments in Textiles and Apparel 2+0 Sem II UNIT I: Recent advances in manufacture of textile and garments Recent researches in production and manufacture of textile fibres, yarns, fabrics and garments. Chemical processing of natural and synthetic textiles and their conversion into clothing. UNIT II: Developments in the field of functional textiles Developments in the field of functional textiles; Use of special techniques in textile processing. UNIT III: Innovations in garment technology and apparel manufacturing Innovations in apparel designing; Developments in garment manufacturing technology; Advances in retailing, merchandising; biological and psychological aspects of clothing. UNIT IV: Research issues Thrust areas of contemporary research and future projections. ATS 604 Colour Application in Textiles 1+1 Sem I UNIT I: Colour theory and Dye Structure Theory of colour science. Dyeing theories- physical, chemical, fibre complex, solid solution and pigment. Dye structure- size, shape and molecular weight of dye, state of the dye, electrical nature of dye molecule, chemical groups attached to dye and dyeing parameters. UNIT II: Colour measurement system Colour measurement systems- Spectrophotometer- features, types and viewing systems; Software and hardware for colour measuring systems; Objective specification of colour- tri stimulus values, colour strength, colour difference, shade sorting and various colour spaces; Assessment of whiteness, yellowness and brightness; Assessment of fastness of colour. UNIT III: Computer Colour Matching Computer Colour Matching- Theory, Isomeric and metameric colour matching, accuracy of match prediction, measurement of reflectance, benefits; Pass Fail Systems. Practical: Identification of dye classes: primary and confirmatory tests- direct, basic, acid, sulphur, vat, and reactive dyes. Handling colour spectrophotometer- familiarization of commands to use Software. Recording reflectance values of coloured samples, recording colour strength. Assessment of colour fastness and recording the grey scale fastness grades Colour assessment techniques for assessing dyed fibre, yarn and fabric. Determination of relative dye strength in solution. Creation of data files and reproduce dyed samples with the match prediction. Management and interpretation of data generated. Exposure to Pass / Fail system. ATS 605 Functional Clothing 2+1 Sem I UNIT I: Introduction to functional clothing and other associated aspects Clothing as a portable environment. Comfort in clothing – principles of heat transfer in apparels, thermal insulation, clothing systems for thermal protection, breathable textiles. UNIT II: Clothing design for special groups Functional Design Process; Clothing design for special groups – expectant and lactating mothers, clothing design to accommodate differently abled. Geriatric clothing; Impact theory- designing impact-protective clothing UNIT III: Functional and protective clothing Requirements and designing of functional and protective clothing – sports, farm, military, industrial workers, fire fighters, mines, space and marine. Fastening systems in clothing. Practical: Survey on selected functional clothing available in the market. Functional designing process- Assessment of functional aspects. Designing clothing for expectant woman. Designing clothing for nursing mothers. Designing garments for physically handicapped – disabled hands. Designing garments for physically handicapped–disabled legs. Designing garments for physically handicapped – wheel chair incumbent. Designing protective clothing for pesticide applicators and analysis. Designing protective clothing for selected industrial workers and analysis. Designing protective clothing for fire fighters and analysis. Designing impact clothing- use of different material and techniques of padding. Designing locale specific sports clothes and analysis. Mini Project- Designing customized functional clothing. ATS 606 Textile Conservation 1+1 Sem II UNIT I: Introduction to textile conservation Importance of textile conservation; Important terminologies in conservation; Various methods for analysis of textiles – fibre content, yarn and fabric structure. UNIT II: Object examination & assessment Object examination; Damage causing agents – insects, pests, microorganisms, mildew, and environmental factors; Condition assessment, repair and stabilization of textiles and apparel in museum collections; Recording, handling and pre-preparations in conservation; Materials and methods used for conservation treatments. UNIT III: Support and considerations in textile conservation Support and Considerations in textile conservation; Reassembly and Finishing; Examination of storage and exhibition techniques; Transportation of artifacts/ historic textiles; Equipment and the workspace for textile conservation UNIT IV: Principles of cleaning fragile textiles Principles of cleaning fragile textiles; Dry, aqueous and solvent cleaning; Conservation of Linen and Flags, historic costumes and feather work, lace, leather goods, tapestries and carpets; Proper conditions for storage and display of various textiles. Practical: Visit to a museum and study of various textile conservation methods. Analysis of aged textiles – fibre content, yarn and fabric structure. Assessment of damage. Repair and stabilization of textiles. Determination of colour strength. Exposure to cleaning techniques. Mini Project work. ATS 607 Operational Management in Textiles and Apparel 2+0 Sem II UNIT I: Scope of production and operations management in textiles and apparel Scope of production and operations management in textiles and apparel, methods and measurement of capacity planning. Plant climatology-Plant building and its significance, considerations of building design, types of industrial building- plant lighting: need, types and factors governing. Importance of ventilation. UNIT II: Plant location Plant location: factors governing, types of location: rural, sub-urban and urban, merits and demerits. Plant layout: objectives of scientific layout, principles of layout, types of material flow, factors governing the layout, types of layouts, merits and demerits UNIT III: Material handling Material handling- need, classification, handling costs, principles and types of material handling equipment; Maintenance management- need, types, organisation of maintenance department, maintenance audit, maintenance cost, maintenance indices. UNIT IV: Work study Work study- need, objectives from apparel and textile industry point of view; Method study- steps in method study, tools of record. Time study-time and motion economy, steps, elements, allowances, work measurement and derivation for standard minute value (s m v or s a m ) – calculations from apparel industry; Ergonomics- meaning, scope in apparel and textile industry, impact on working conditions and productivity, recommendations for better ergonomically conditions. UNIT V: Automation in Textile & Apparel Industries & Government Policies Mechatronics in Apparel & Textile Industries; Scope for Robotics and applications in in Apparel & textile Industries; Policies of the government in export and import of materials and made-ups. Government initiatives for various sectors of textile and apparel industry. ATS 608 Technology of Nonwovens 2+0 Sem II UNIT I: Development of the nonwovens industry Development of the non-woven industry. Types of Nonwovens- dry, wet and polymer- laid nonwoven, web formation, bonding and raw materials. UNIT II: Types of web formation Types of web formation, mixing and blending, card clothing, cross lapping. Developments, physical properties and practical applications of air laid fabrics. Wet-laid fabrics- raw materials, bonding systems, finishing and product application. Polymer- laid fabrics- raw materials, bonding techniques, spun-bond fabrics, characteristics, properties and other extrusion properties. UNIT III: Types of bonding Types of bonding: Mechanical bonding- stitch, needle punching, hydro entanglements process technology and applications. Thermal bonding- raw materials, contact, thermal reaction/ infrared and ultrasonic bonding and applications. Chemical bonding- chemicals, binder polymers, mechanism, drying and applications. UNIT IV: Non-woven fabric finishing Non-woven fabric finishing – wet, chemical, lamination, mechanical, surface and other developing technologies. Fabric inspection. UNIT V: Characterization of non-woven fabrics Characterization of non-woven fabrics – weight, thickness, density and other structural parameters. General standards for testing non wovens- absorption, strength, bonder and optional properties. ATS 609 Special Project 0+2 Sem I ATS 691 Doctoral Seminar- I (Major Field) 1+0 ATS 692 Doctoral Seminar- II (Major Field) 1+0 ATS 699 Doctoral Research 75