COURSE OUTLINE

COURSE INFORMATION

SEMESTER/SESSION : SEMESTER 2

COURSE CODE : DDC2152

NAME OF COURSE : TEXTILE STUDIES

STUDENT ACADEMIC LOAD :

Total
Category of Activities Learning Activity
Hours/Semester
Lecture 8

Practical 23
Learning and Teaching Activities
Other (Student centered
6
learning)
Non face to face 31

Face to face (Physical) 4.5

Continuous assessment
Non face to face 3

Face to face (Physical) 2.5

Final assessment
Non face to face 2

TOTAL STUDENT LEARNING TIME (SLT) 80

CREDIT VALUE 2

Pre-requisite Course:   None

  
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GOALS :

This course is offered because it enables the student to acquire the knowledge in choosing suitable
fabric, thus producing a proper garment. This course also enables the student to display good
communication skills.

SYNOPSIS:

In this course the student will learn and acquire knowledge on different types of natural and
manufactured fibre, the characteristics, the uses and the esthetical values of the fibre. Students will
also learn to identify and present the usage of International fabric care labels.  
LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to: 

1.   Classify the different sources, characteristics, usages and aesthetical values of fibre. (C3, PLO3)
2.   Produce a collection of fabric sample. (P2, PLO6)
3. Explain the usage of International fabric care labels through presentation. (A2, PLO4)

CONTENT:

WEEK CONTENT ASSESSMENT

1-2   
(6 1.0   INTRODUCTION TO TEXTILE
HOURS)
1.1 Textile : A term applied to fibre, yarns, fabrics or products made
of fibers, yarns or fabrics.

 1.1.1    Fiber - Any substance, natural or manufactured with a

highlength-to-width ratio and with suitable characteristics Quiz
for being processed into fabric; the smallest component,
hairlike in nature, that can be separate from a fabric. Folio
    
    Yarn - An  assemblage of  fibers that is twisted or laid together so Presentation
as to from continuous stand that can be made into a textile fabric.

1.1.3     Fabric – A  flexible planar substance  constructed from  

solution, fibers, yarns, or fabrics in any combination.

 1.2  Introduction to natural and manufactured fibre

   1.2.1   Natural fibres - Are those that are in fiber from as they grow
or develop and come from animal, plant or mineral sources.
(Wool, Flax, Cotton and Silk)

1.2.2   Manufactured fibres  – Are made into fiber from chemical

compound produced in manufacturing  facilities. (Rayon, Acetat,
Nylon, Polyester, Acrylic)
    
Practical Topic :
1. Classify the fibres

2.0   NATURAL AND MANUFACTURED  FIBRE

2.1 Sources 

2.1.1     Natural Fibre    

         a. Plant 
             i.   Seed – Cotton, kapok
             ii.   Leaf – Palf, Sisal, agave
             iii.  Fruit – Coir     
             iv.  Bast – Kenaf, Jute, hemp, flax,  ramie
             v.   Stalk – straw of rice, wheat,  bamboo, grass  

        b. Animal
              i.   Wool – sheep
              ii.  Silk – silkworms

         c. Mineral
              i.   Asbestos

2.1.2.   Manufactured Fibre

      
3-8 a. Regenerated synthetic/ semi-synthetic – cellulose regenerated fibres
(18 HOURS) (viscose rayon, modal, rayon, bamboo viscose, tencell) 
b. Synthetic – petrochemicals  (polyester, nylon, acrylic, spandex)   
c. In-organic / metallic fibre – ductile metals  (copper, gold, silver)

2.2 Characteristics 

2.2.1     Abrasion resistance

2.2.2     Absorbency
2.2.3     Chemical, mildew 
             and moth resistance
2.2.4     Elasticity
2.2.5     Flammability
2.2.6     Heat sensitivity
2.2.7     Pilling
2.2.8     Shrinkage
 2.2.9     Strength
2.2.10   Sunlight resistance
2.2.11   Warmth
2.2.12   Weight
2.2.13   Wrinkle recovery

2.3 Usage

2.3.1     Apparel
2.3.2     Home furnishings
2.3.3     Industrial uses
2.3.4     Upholsteries
2.3.5     Shipping industry
2.3.6     Home textile fabric
2.3.7     Rope

2.4        Properties

2.4.1 Aesthetic
2.4.2 Durability
2.4.3 Comfort
2.4.4 Appearance Retention
2.4.5 Care

Practical Topic :
1. Collecting, compiling Fabric Sample 

3.0  FABRIC CARE

3.1 Importance of fabric care

3.2 Cleaning  technique
3.3 Types and functions of detergent
3.5 Contributing factors in choosing detergent
3.6 Methods of removing stain and soil
9-11
(9 HOURS) Practical Topic :
1. Fabric care
2. Presentation

4.0  INTERNATIONAL FABRIC CARE LABEL

4.1       Definition
12-14     4.2       Function
 (9 HOURS) 4.3       Symbols and usage

Practical Topic :
1. Presentation
 PRACTICAL 

1. Collect and compile fabric sample 

2. Make a presentation on fabric care
3. Make a presentation on international fabric care label

ASSESSMENT:

Assessment Methods and Types:

1. Continuous Assessment :      70 %

1. CLO1  
i.    Quiz                                          :   10%

2. CLO2  
i. Folio - Sample Fabric             :    40 %
3. CLO3   
i. Presentation                            :    20 %                 

2. Practical Examination :      0%
3. Final Examination :     30%
                                                          Total      :   100%

CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATION TABLE

CLO
CLO1 CLO3 Marks
CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT  2
C P A

1 Quiz 10
70
2 Folio  – Sample fabric 40

3 Presentation 20

FINAL  ASSESSMENT                           

1  Theory 30
30
2  Practical

TOTAL  40 40 20 100
   
MAIN REFERENCES: 

1. Clive Hallett And Amanda Johnston.( 2014). Fabric for Fashion : Swatch Book. Laurence
King Publishing
2. Robert Leach.( 2013). Textile : The Whole Story. Thames & Hudson
3. Clive & Amanda (2014). Fabric For Fashion :The Complete Guide. Laurence King
Publishing

EXTRA REFERENCES: 

1. Mary Humprey. (2009). Fabric Reference Fourth Edition . Pearson Prentice Hall.
2. Anne Fritz & Jennifer Cant. (1986). Consumer Textile .Oxford University.
3. Sara J. Kadolph, Anna L, Langford, Norma Hollen, Jane Saddler. (1993).  Textiles, Seventh
Edition. Mcmillan.
4. Fional McDonald. (2011). Textile : A history. Pen & Sword Books
5. Gail Baugh. (2011) The Fabrics Designer’s Textile Directory : The Creative Use Of
Fabrics In Design. Thames & Hudson Ltd
6. Stefanella Sposito. (2014). Fabrics in Fashion Design : The way successful Fashion
designers Use Fabrics. Ikon Editrice Srl

KV  REFERENCE:

1.

LECTURE ATTENDANCE/REGULATION:

1. Students must attend lectures not less than 80% of the contact hours for every course.

2. Students who do not fulfill (1) will not be allowed to attend further lectures and sit for any
further examination. Zero mark (0) will be given to students who fail to comply with (1). 

3. Students must obey all rules and regulations of the university and must discipline
themselves in order to avoid any disciplinary actions against them.

4. Student must obey safety regulations during learning and teaching process.
MATRIX OF COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES 

As attached.