Introduction to the field of textiles- classification of fibers –natural and synthetics – physical, chemical and mechanical properties of textile fibers.

Manufacturing process, properties and uses of natural fibers – cotton, linen, silk, wool, hair fibers, man-made fibers –Viscose rayon, nylon, polyester.

Spinning –Definition, Classification –mechanical spinning –blending, opening, doubling, carding, combing, drawing, roving, spinning. Yarn classification – simple and fancy yarns, Sewing threads and its properties.

Weaving – definition – classification - basic weaves –plain, twill, satin Fancy weaves- pile, double cloth, leno, swivel, dobby and jacquard. Knitting- Introduction, properties of knitted fabrics. Non-Woven- definition – types - felting, bonding, lamination, netting, braiding, tatting, and crocheting, lacing and composite fabric.

Technical textiles: Introduction, definition, and scope of technical textiles, Classification of Technical Textiles, smart textiles and intelligent textiles