Denim Technology
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The official GTU curriculum for Denim Technology (subject code DI05029081) as prescribed for ICT · Semester 5 divides the course into 5 units, covering 28 listed topics. The unit-wise breakdown below is read from the GTU syllabus document for this subject code, so you can check what the course actually covers before deciding which papers to attempt.
Download the official syllabus PDF (DI05029081)Unit 1 Introduction
- to Denim History & evolution of Denim An overview of the Global and Indian denim industry Fibers used in denim (Cotton
- Elastane blends) Yarn types (Ring
- Core-spun) Weaves used (Twill
- Broken twill) Differentiate between Indigo and Non-indigo dyes Flow chart of a denim composite mill
Unit 2 Denim
- Fabric Manufacturi ng Spinning methods for denim yarn Warping & sizing for denim (sheet warping
- ball warping
- sheet indigo dye sizing
- rope dyeing technology
- looptex) Differentiate between Rope dyeing and Slasher dyeing Weaving process for denim fabric Loom types (Projectile
- Air-jet) Indigo Dyeing Technology Chemistry of Indigo dye Reduction & oxidation process Dyeing cycle (Dip–Sky process) Slasher
- Rope & Looptex Dyeing machines Shade control techniques Digital Printing method for Jeans
Unit 3 Denim
- Garment Constructio n and Finishing Different parts (elements) of jeans (waistband, fly, pocket
- etc.) Seams & stitch types Sewing threads & needles Specialized machines (chain stitch
- bar tack) Fasteners (rivets
- zippers) Program Name: Diploma Engineering Level: Diploma Branch: Textile Manufacturing Technology Subject Code: DI05029081 Subject Name: Denim Technology Sewing defects & remedies Denim Washing & Finishing Purpose of washing Types of washes (Stone wash
- Enzyme wash
- Acid wash
- Bleach wash) Laser finishing & ozone wash 3D whiskering & distressing Eco-friendly finishing techniques
Unit 4 Quality
- Control and Testing of Denim Fabrics and Garments Importance of quality control in the denim industry Fabric testing: GSM, tensile strength
- tear strength
- abrasion resistance Colour fastness tests (washing
- light) Shrinkage and dimensional stability testing Garment inspection systems (4-point system) Common defects in denim fabric and garments and their remedies Role of standards (ISO
- BIS) in denim quality
Unit 5 Sustainabilit
- y, Product Developmen t and Emerging Trends in Denim Environmental issues in denim production (water
- energy) Sustainable raw materials (organic cotton
- recycled fibres) Eco-friendly washing techniques and chemical management Life cycle assessment (LCA) of denim products Product development cycle for Denim Costing of denim garments Export market & sustainability Future trends (recycled denim
- smart denim
- antibacterial finishes)