AT-205 Introduction To Apparel Technology

Time: 3 hrs Max mark: 100

Answer all questions
Part A (10*2 = 20 marks)
1) Name a few traditional textiles which were much sought after in the west in the early
days of Indian exports?
2) Apparel product changes are classified into sectors based on?
3) Define marker efficiency?
4) What factors are to be considered while spreading?
5) Define a stitch and a seam?
6) What are work aids, give examples?
7) Name garment closures suitable for men’s bottoms?
8) What is wadding, what is it used for?
9) What are the functions of linings?
10) Reason out the use of different packing materials?
Part B (5*16 = 80 marks)
11) Discuss on Indian Apparel Industry past and present trends, and draw a perceptual
map of product change and explain?
12) A. What is spreading? Explain the different spreading methods and its merits and
demerits?
(or)
B. What is grading? Explain the different methods of pattern making and grading?
13) a. Classify sewing machines on bed types and with a neat sketch explain the
important stitching elements of a single needle lock stitch sewing machine? (or)
b. With a schematic diagram explain the formation of lock-stitch and chain-stitch?
14) A. Discuss in detail, different labels attached to garments, their significance and
importance? (0r) B. Examine different garment closures used in ladies tops with respect
to aesthetics and performance?
15) A. What are the advantages of garment dyeing? Explain in detail garment dyeing
machinery and equipments used its merits and demerits? (or)
B. What is pressing? Discuss the different equipments used in pressing and its influence
on product quality and performance?