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DEPARTMENT OF APPAREL & TEXTILES

M.Sc and Ph.D programmes
List of courses

S.No Course No. Title of the Courses Credits

MAJOR COURSES
1. TAD 501 3(2+1)
Fibre Chemistry

2. TAD 502 3(2+1)

Textile Quality Analysis

3. TAD 503 3(1+2)

Advanced Textile Design

4. TAD 504 3(1+2)

Advanced Pattern Making

5. TAD 505 3(2+1)

Historic Textiles and Costumes

6. TAD 506 Fashion Draping and Custom Clothing 3(0+3)

7. TAD 507 2(1+1)

Apparel Quality Analysis

8. TAD 508 2(1+1)

Advanced Dyeing & Printing

9. TAD 509 2(1+1)

Textile Finishes

1 TAD 510 Computer Aided Textile & Apparel Designing 3(1+2)

0.

1 TAD 511 Home Textiles 3(1+2)

1.

1 TAD 512 Socio-Psychological Aspects of Clothing 2(2+0)

2.

1 TAD 513 2(2+0)

3. Textile Industry & Trade

1 TAD 514 2(1+1)

4. Knitting Technology

1 TAD 515 2(1+1)

5. Fashion Accessories
1 TAD 516 Consumer Behaviour-Textiles & Apparel 2(1+1)
6.

1 TAD 517 Special Project Work 1(0+1)

7.

1 TAD 601 Functional Clothing 3(2+1)

8.

1 TAD 602 Technical Textiles 3(2+1)

9.

2 TAD 603 Textile Ecology 3(3+0)

0.

2 TAD 604 Sourcing and Globalization 3(2+1)

1.

2 TAD 605 Textile Auxiliary 2(1+1)

2.

2 TAD 606 Product Development 3(1+2)

3.

2 TAD 607 Textile Conservation 2(1+1)

4.

2 TAD 608 Colour Application in Textiles 2(1+1)

5.

2 TAD 609 Apparel Industry Management 2(1+1)

6.

2 TAD 610 Non-Woven Textiles 2(2+0)

7.

2 TAD 611 Recent Advances in Textile and Apparel 2(2+0)

8. Designing

2 TAD 612 Special Project 2(0+2)

9.

3 TAD 591 Master’s Seminar 1(1+0)

0.

3 TAD 599 Master’s Research 20

1.
 3 TAD 691 Doctoral Seminar I 1(1+0)
2.

3 TAD 692 Doctoral Seminar II 1(1+0)

3.

3 TAD 699 Doctoral Research 45

4.

MINOR COURSES*
 Department of Resource Management and Consumer Sciences
 Department of Human Development and Family Studies
 Department of Home Science Extension & Communication Management
 Department of Entomology
S.No. Course No. Title of the Courses Credits
SUPPORTING COURSES
1. HSC 500 Research Methods in Home Science 3(2+1)
2. STAT 500 Statistical Methods 3(2+1)
3. HSC 600 Research Project Management 3(2+1)
4. STAT 600 Data Processing 2(1+1)
NON-CREDIT COMPULSORY COURSES
1. PGS 501 Library and Information Services 1(0+1)
2. PGS 502 Technical Writing and Communications Skills 1(0+1)
PGS 503 Intellectual Property and its Management in
3. 1(1+0)
(e-Course) Agriculture

4. PGS 504 Basic Concepts in Laboratory Techniques 1(0+1)

PGS 505 Agricultural Research, Research Ethics and
5. 1(1+0)
(e-Course) Rural Development Programmes

PGS 506
6. Disaster Management 1(1+0)
(e-Course)
M.Sc : Minor courses - Any one discipline from the list

Ph.D : Minor courses and seminar - Any one discipline from the list

COMPULSORY COURSES

S.No Course No. Title of the Courses Credits

1. TAD 501 Fibre Chemistry 3(2+1)
2. TAD 502 Textile Quality Analysis 3(2+1)
3. TAD 503 Advanced Textile Design 3(1+2)
4. TAD 504 Advanced Pattern Making 3(1+2)
5. TAD 507 Apparel Quality Analysis 2(1+1)
6. TAD 513 Textile Industry and Trade 2(2+0)
7. HSC 500 Research Methods in Home Science 3(2+1)
8. TAD 591 Master’s Seminar 1(1+0)
Total 20(12+8)

TAD 501 FIBRE CHEMISTRY 2+1

Objective

To acquaint student about the polymer and chemistry of textiles

fibers and impart them knowledge about structure-property relatins
of textile fibers and acquaint with recent development in fibers.
Theory
UNIT I
Chemistry of polymers- Polymerisation, types, degree &
characteristics; Structure of textile fibres- general, molecular
bonding, length, orientation, and requirements of fibre forming
 substances.
UNIT II
Structure-property relations of the fibres - repeating units, bonds,
reactive groups and reactions of cotton, viscose rayon, silk, wool,
linen, polyester, acrylic, spandex and minor fibres; action of heat,
light, bleach and micro- organisms on different fibres; commercial
processes of fibres.
UNIT III
Bi-component & biconstituent fibres- types of configurations &
characteristics.
UNIT IV
Study of new fibres; Blending –principles, technology & types.

Practical
Fibre testing: cross sectional view of cotton, wool, silk, polyester and
acrylic Chemistry of cellulose , protein and synthetics– effect of heat,
acid, alkali, bleaches and solvents; detection of damage caused to
cellulose; Quantitative analysis of fibre blends and mixtures; Visit to
textile analysis lab.

Suggested Readings
Andrea Wynne 1997. Textiles. Macmillian.

Bernard P Corbman 1983. Textiles - Fiber to Fabric. McGraw-Hill.

Lyle DS.1976. Modern Textiles. John Wiley & Sons.

Marjory L. Joseph. 1966. Introductory Textile Science. Rinehart &

Winston.

Vilensky G. 1987. Textile Science. CBS.

Wingate IB. 1984. The Fabrics - Their Selection. Prentice Hall.

TAD 502 TEXTILE QUALITY ANALYSIS 2+1

Objective

To develop an understanding of methods and techniques used to

analyze textile fiber, yarn and fabrics for end – use performance,
different testing equipments, their underlying principles and the
internationally accepted standards, test methods and the language
of measurements, various structural properties of textile and relate
them to end use fabric performance and product and analyse and
interpret the results and predict the general textile.
Theory
UNIT I
Importance of textile testing, standardization and quality control,
functions of BIS and other standards.
UNIT II
Sampling techniques- fibre, yarn & fabric; Moisture relations in
textiles- effect of moisture, humidity on properties of textiles,
 standard conditions of testing.
UNIT III
Fibre testing - Length, linear density, maturity; Yarn testing – yarn
number, single & lea strength, twist, crimp & evenness.
UNIT IV
Fabric testing –weight, thickness, strength – breaking, tear &
bursting; abrasion resistance – flat, flex; Pilling; crease recovery;
stiffness; drapability; air permeability; thermal properties;
flammability & assessment of other safety aspects in textiles; water
permeability – repellency, wicking and dimensional stability; comfort
& fabric handle measurement.
Practical
Fibre testing – Staple length, effective length, linear density, maturity
;Yarn testing – yarn number, twist, crimp, evenness and strength ;
Fabric testing - weight, thickness fabric count, balance, strength –
breaking, tear & bursting; abrasion resistance – flat, flex; pilling;
crease recovery; stiffness; drapability; air permeability; thermal
properties; water permeability, wicking and dimensional stability;
Processing & statistical analysis of the test data.

Suggested Readings
AATCC Technical Manual. 1966. Vol. 68. USA American
Association of Textile Chemist.

AATCC Technical Manual. 1993. Vol. 69. USA American

Association of Textile Chemist.

AATCC Technical Manual. 1995. Vol. 70. USA American

Association of Textile Chemist.

AATCC Technical Manual. 1998. Vol. 73. USA American

Association of Textile Chemist.

Angappan 1987. Textile Testing. SSM Institute of

Technology, Komarapalayam.

Booth JL. 1983. Principles of Textile Testing. Butterworth.

ISI Hand Book of Textile Testing. 1982. ISI.

TAD 503 ADVANCED TEXTILE DESIGNING 1+2

Objective

To develop knowledge about different looms, types of weaves,

analyze different weave patterns and learn principles of creating
design through weaving.
Theory
UNIT I
Shuttleless looms- projectile, rapier, air jet, water jet weaving;
 multiple- shed loom, automatic controls in modern looms & scope of
modern methods of weaving; detailed pre-weaving processes.
UNIT II
Study of design, draft & peg plan for different weaves; weave calculations;
advantages & disadvantages.
UNIT III
Complex & fancy structures – leno, crepe, double cloth, honey
comb, mock-leno, diaper, diamond, dobby, warp and weft figuring,
terry and pile, huck –a-back.
UNIT IV
Dobby & jacquard patterning devices; methods of making carpets.
Practical
Weaving- Preparation of draft plans, peg plans etc. for all weaves
;Analysis of woven samples ; Weaving samples of various weaves;
Developing designs for weaving- motif preparation and placement,
colour and texture plans; Documentation of traditional and modified
textile designs and development of textile design library.
Suggested Readings
Grosicik 1975. Watson’s Textile Design & Colour. Butterworths.
Grosick ZJ. 1980. Watson’s Advanced Textile Design.
Universal Publ.

Grosick ZJ. 1989. Watson’s Advanced Textile Design - Compound

Woven Structures. Universal Publ.

Marjory Joseph 1972. Illustrated Guide for Textiles. Rine Hort &
Winsoten, New York.

Radha Krema 1971. Manual of Non Wovens. Textile Trade Press.

Sen Gupta 1959. Weaving Calculations. DB Taraporawala
Sons.

Talukdar MK. Weaving Machines, Mechanism and Management. Mahajan

Publ.

TAD 504 ADVANCED PATTERN MAKING 1+2

Objective

To impart indepth knowledge of style reading pattern making and

garment construction techniques, enable students to make advance
pattern and obtain perfect fit and harmony between the knitted fabric
and design of the garment.
Theory
UNIT I
Advanced techniques of pattern making - incorporating style lines &
fullness.
UNIT II
Principles of contouring, surplice/off shoulder and halter designs;
built-in necklines, cowls and collars.
UNIT III
 Skirts, advanced sleeve variations, exaggerated armholes, pockets,
bias cut dresses.
UNIT IV
Jackets, types of pants; pattern adoption to knits.
Practical
Procedures used in the development of slopers and patterns
;Developing dartless slopers; Princess line variations ; Blouses;
Halters and surplice;Vests and their types; Collars; Sleeves- kimono
and raglan variations; Skirts; Pants- pant length variations, bell
bottom pants, bodyfitting pants, and other types; application of
pattern making techniques to garment designing and construction.
Suggested Readings
Bane A .1996. Creative Clothing Construction. MC Graw-Hill.

Connie Amaden-Crawford 1989. The Art of Fashion Draping. Fair

Child Publ.

Janine Mee & Michal Purdy 1987. Modelling on the Dress Stand.
BSP Professional Books.

Natalie Bray 1994. Dress Fitting. Blackwell.

TAD 505 HISTORIC TEXTILES AND COSTUMES 2+1

Objective

To make them aware of the historical development in western

textiles and costumes from ancient world to 21 st century and
acquaint them about male and female textiles and costumes of India
and other countries.
Theory
UNIT I
Study of traditional dyed, printed, embroidered and non-woven
textiles of America, China, Egypt, France.
UNIT II
Study of traditional dyed, printed, embroidered and non-woven
textiles of Greece, Japan and Rome – fibre content, fabrics, motifs,
colours, dyes and designs used.
UNIT III
History and evolution of traditional costumes of America, China,
Egypt, France.
UNIT IV
Greece, Japan and Rome through ages for women and men
including the accessories- head dresses, jewellery, footwear and
their significance in socio-economic status of the society.
Practical
Collection of traditional textile print & surface designs of the above
countries and documentation; Designing textile surface with
combination of motifs of different countries; Documentation of
various styles of men & women’s garments of the above countries;
Designing outfits for men & women to suit to the current trends; Visit
to a museum.
 Suggested Readings
Annalce Gold.1987. One World of Fashion. Fair Child Publ.

Blanche Payne. 1965. History of Costumes from the Ancient

Egyptian to the Twentieth Century. Harper & Row.

Jack Cassin-Scott. 1994. The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Costume

and Fashion. Studio Vista.

John Peacock. 1996. A Complete Guide to English Costume

Design and History - Costume 1066–1990’s. Thames &
Hudson.

Pamela Stecker. 1996. Fashion Design Manual. Mac Millan.

TAD 506 FASHION DRAPING AND CUSTOM CLOTHING 0+3

Objective

To enable student to make pattern from sketch/photograph and

enable them to obtain perfect fit and harmony between the fabric
and design of the garment.

Practical
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.
Suggested Readings
Bane A. 1996. Creative Clothing Construction. Mc Graw-Hill.

Connie Amaden-Crawford. 1989. The Art of Fashion Draping. Fair

Child Publ.

Janine Mee & Michal Purdy. 1987. Modelling on the Dress Stand.
BSP Professional Books.

Natalie Bray. 1994. Dress Fitting. Blackwell.

TAD 507 APPAREL QUALITY ANALYSIS 1+1

Objective

To familiarize students with the different apparel quality standards,

their underlying principles and the international accepted standards
and test methods and develop ability to analyze and interpret the
results and predict the general quality control.
Theory
UNIT I
Quality control- scope and functions of quality control; Quality
specifications and standards in raw material purchasing, quality
control in spreading, cutting and bundling products.
 UNIT II
quality factors in sewing, pressing, folding & finishing; quality aspets
of trims and fashions.
UNIT III
Standards- sources of application; national and international
organisation for standards.
UNIT IV
Inspection techniques; quality auditing system.
Practical
Visit to an apparel industry; Inspection of raw material –
classification and analysis of fabric defects; Study of specification
sheets - various garments; Analysis of sewing & fastners quality;
Study of quality auditing system in the industry; Quality analysis of
selected garments available in the market.
Suggested Readings
Gerry Cooklin. 1991. Introduction to Clothing Manufacture. Blackwell. Gerry
Cooklin. 1997. Garment Technology for Fashion
Designer’s.Blackwell.

Jacob Solinger. 1980. Apparel Manufacture. Van Nostrand Reilfold.

Latheam Barbara & Carr Harold 1999. The Technology of Clothing
Manufacture. Blackwell Science.

Pradeep V Mehta. 1998. Managing Quality in Apparel Industry. New Age

International.

Ruth Glock. 1990. Apparel Manufacturing. Macmillan Publ.

TAD 508 ADVANCED DYEING & PRINTING 1+1

Objective

To understand the theory of dyeing in relation to various classes of

dyes and its application, inculcate awareness of the different
methods of printing and appreciate the technical advantages of each
and develop technical competency in printing with different dyes on
different fabrics.
Theory
UNIT I
Concept of colour and its relation to light; classification and types of
dyes/colouring matter.
UNIT II
Chemistry of dyes and pigments- composition, structure, properties,
affinity towards fibres, method of application, fixing, after treatments
and fastness properties.
UNIT III
Eco-friendly natural dyes and role of mordants; advanced dyeing
techniques.
UNIT IV
Printing auxiliaries; advanced printing techniques; assessment for
colour fastness.
 Practical
Preparation of shade cards with various class of dyes and colour
matching; Natural dyes – Dyeing with different mordants; advanced
techniques of fabric printing; theme based project works.
Suggested Readings
Hall AJ. 1955. Handbook of Textile Dyeing & Printing. The National Trade
Press.

Joyce Story. 1974. The Thames & Hudson Manual of Textile Printing. Thames &
Hudson.

Shenai VA. 1994. Technology of Dyeing. Sevak Publ.

Shenai VA. 1985. Technology of Printing, Technology of Textile

Processing. Vol. IV. Sevak Publ.

Sule AD. 1997. Computer Colour Analysis Textile Application. New Age
International.

Vidyasagar PV. 1998. A Handbook of Textiles. Mittal Publ.

Vilensky G. 1987. Textile Science. CBS.

TAD 509 TEXTILE FINISHES 1+1

Objective

To study the chemicals used in textile processing from sizing to

finishing, along with the essential properties of raw materials used in
their manufacture and study the recent developments in various
finishing processes.
Theory
UNIT I
Finishing – Concept, scope & importance; Functional finishes – soil
repellent, soil resistant, soil release; antistatic, anti-pilling; wash and
wear; crabbing, decating, water proof & repellency, mildew-proof;
flame resistant and flame proof; anti-bacterial.
UNIT II
Eco-friendly finishing with enzymes; comfort imparting finishes with
reference to the application, uses, characteristics, problems and
evaluation. UNIT III
Textured yarns & fabrics; finishing of blended
fabrics. UNIT IV
Recent advances in finishing.
Practical
Identification of finishes; Preparation of fabric for finishes; application
of selected finishing agents and their assessment; Eco-friendly
finishing of textiles; Assessment of properties of the finished
fabrics ;Study of labels pertaining to finishes; Visit to processing and
finishing units
Suggested Readings
 Bernard P Corbman. 1983. Textiles - Fiber to Fabric. McGraw-
Hill. Nisbel H. 1978. Grammer of Textile Design. D.B.
Taraporevale Sons. Prayag RS. 1988. Textile Finishing.
Sri T Printers.
Shani. 1976. Chemistry of Textile Axillaries. Sevak Publ.
Shenia. 1995. Technology of Bleaching & Mercerizing. Sevak Publ.

Vaidya A & Trivedi 1975. Textile Auxiliaries & Finishing Chemicals. ATIRA,
Ahemadabad.

Vilensky G. 1987. Textile Science. CBS.

Wynne A. 1997. Textiles. Macmillian.

TAD 510 COMPUTER AIDED TEXTILE&APPAREL DESIGNING 1+2

Objective

To introduce students to the various Textile and Apparel Designing

designing concepts through CAD and introduce them about various
advanced Textile and Apparel Designing software packages and
develop the creativity of the students in use of 3D softwares.
Theory
UNIT I
Ideal workstation for CAD- Selection of suitable hardware &
software; role of computers in Textile and Apparel Designing
production.
UNIT II
Types of images and characteristics; saving of images; colour ways
in computers, creation of new designs for textile surface - planning
for various weave designs – stripes, checks etc; leading to
application and change of fabric texture, print and colour.
UNIT III
Creation of designs in apparel; texture variation by using effects like
embossing, blooming, transparency and translucent look on a
garment.
UNIT IV
Use of 3 D softwares for customisation of created designs as per end uses.
Practical
Revision and practice on CAD commands; Creating stripes and
checks using various commands; Creating weave library and
assigning weaves to the designed stripes and checks for weaving
;Introduction to commands from different tool groups- file menu,
freehand tools, geometric tool, selection tool, selection utility tool,
colour utilities tool and general utilities tool; 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 Prima Vision software; Command bars and
 assistants; Menu bar and options; Drawing tools; Colour
rendering ;Fill, pattern and repeat; Creation of Special effects Layers
and layer settings; 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
draped figures.
Suggested Readings
Davis L Msrisn. 1980. Visual Design in Dress. Prentice Hall.

Prakash K. 1994. Impression – A Classic Collection of Textile Designs.

Design Points.
Prakash K. 1995. Traditional Indian Motifs for Weaving & Textile Printing.

Design Points.
Rene Weiss Chase 1997. CAD for Fashion Design. Prentice Hall.

Winfred Aldrich 1992. CAD in Clothing & Textiles. BSP

Professional Books.

Yates MP. 1996. Textiles – A Handbook for Designers. W.W. Norton.

TAD 511 HOME TEXTILES 1+2

Objective

To develop awareness about different home textiles and furnishing

and acquaint students about education, care and maintenance of
different home textiles.
Theory
UNIT I
History and evolution of household textiles and furnishings,
importance and their functions.
UNIT II
Study of various household textiles and furnishing; Properties and
application; Non-woven furnishing materials.
UNIT III
Study of various styles of household textiles and furnishing and
their accessories.
UNIT IV
Selection, care and maintenance of different household textiles;
floor coverings, rugs and carpets; Types and role of under linings in
draperies.
Practical
Study of various household textiles-fibre content, yarn type, weave,
design and finish. Bed linen, towel, table napkins, kitchen aprons
and dusters, table mats; types of curtains & draperies & valences;
Slip covers, bed
spreads, table linen; Diwan, cushions, sofa covers and
bolsters; development of theme board and Project work.
Suggested Readings
 Brillian J. 1986. The Soft Furnishing Book. Conran Octopus.

Macalls S. 1972. Sewing in colours, Home-making, Tailoring, Mending,

Soft Furnishing. Hawlyn.

Naik Shailja D. 1996. Traditional Embroideries of India. A.P.H. Publ.

Pat Jones 1979. Creative Sewing - Hous hold Linen. A Studio Vista Book.
Rutt Anna Hong 1967. Home Furnishing. John Wiley & Sons.

Taylor P. 1990. Computers in Fashion Industry. Heinemann.

TAD 512 SOCIO-PSYCHOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF CLOTHING 2+0

Objective

To study the psychological effects of clothing on the individual in

social situations and develop the understanding about self esteem
and clothing symbolism.
Theory
UNIT I
Origin of clothing, use of clothing among primitive people;
Functions and theories of clothing; Clothing in relation to culture.
UNIT II
Psychological aspects of clothing-self respect, self-enhancement,
self expression, gender desirability and individuality; Socio-
psychological aspects of clothing among children; significance of
uniforms and national costumes.
UNIT III
Clothing symbolism, fashion, fad, custom, tradition, culture contact,
status, youth, education, social agitation of women and technology
and role of legislation.
UNIT IV
Clothes for conformity, mobility, aesthetic appearance; Health and
sanitation related to clothing.
Suggested Readings
Cranz RLM. 1972. Clothing Concepts. Collier Mcmillan.

Horn MJ. 1981. The Second Skin – An Interdisciplinary Study of Clothing.

Hughton Miffin.

Marion S & Hill House 1963. Dress Selection & Design. The
Macmillan. Mary Kefgen & Phyllis 1971. Individuality in
Clothing Selection & Personal Appearance. The Macmilliam
Co.

Ryan MS. 1966. Clothing - A Study in Human Behaviour. Winston.

TAD 513 TEXTILE INDUSTRY AND TRADE 2+0

Objective

To enable the students to recognize the place of textile industry in

 the Indian economy, industry trends and develop awareness about
the standardization of textile goods, consumer agencies and
services.
Theory
UNIT I
Textile industry- history and development.
UNIT II
Status of textile industry in India - cotton, wool, silk, rayon, jute,
handlooms, and knitting industry; Government Textile & Clothing
policies. UNIT III
Textile Research Associations; Apparel Export promotion Council,
Textile crafts councils.
UNIT IV
Study of Apparel parks, GATT, TUF, ISO 9000 & ISO 14000 standards
Suggested Readings
Karpan 2004. Change in Trends in Apparel Industry. Abiskeh Publ.
Kathryn Moore Greenwood 1978. Fashion Innovation & Marketing.
Macmillan Co.

Kitty Dickerson 1995. Textiles & Apparels in Global Economy.

Merrill Prentice Hall.

TAD 514 KNITTING TECHNOLOGY 1+1

Objective

To familiarize students with special techniques of knitted fabric

production and creation of new designs and acquaint them with the
art of handling different fabric and styles using knits.
Theory
UNIT I
Advance study of knit fabrics made on warp & weft knitting
machines; different types of knitting machines and kniiting guage;
types of yarns & web formation.
UNIT II
Production technology of knitted fabrics and
garments. UNIT III
CAM and automation in knit
wear. UNIT IV
Finishing requirements of knitted fabrics; quality control in
production of knitted fabrics.
Practical
Study & identification of different types of knitted fabrics; Practicing
the knitting on flat knitting machines – Familiarisation of commands;
making samples of different designs produces ;Making samples of
different designs using multicoloured / and complex designing
techniques; Visit to a knitted garment unit.
Suggested Readings
Terry Brackenburry. 1996. Knitted Clothing Technology. Blackwell.
TAD 515 FASHION ACCESSORIES 1+1
Objective

To familiarize the students with special techniques of creation of

fashion accessories and develop skill in them for the development of
fashion accessories.
Theory
UNIT I
Introduction to fashion accessories, tools and equipment.
UNIT II
Fashion trends in
accessories. UNIT III
Product development and designing- trims, foot wear, handbags,
belts, buttons and buckles, hats, scarves.
UNIT IV
Hosiery, jewellery, neck ties, hand kerchiefs, eye wear and watches.
Practical
Market survey; Creation of theme boards for all accessories; Product
development and designing – trims; Product development and
designing – buttons and buckles; Product development and
designing - foot wear; Product development and designing -
handbags;Product development and designing - belts; Product
development and designing - hats; Product development and
designing - scarves; Product development and designing - jewellery
Product development and designing –neckties; Product
development and designing -handkerchiefs Cost analysis of all
items.
Suggested Readings
Bhargav R. 2005. Design Ideas & Accessories. Jain Publ.

Carr Harold & John Pomeroy 1996. Fashion Design & Product
Development. Blackwell Science.

Taylor P. 1990. Computers in Fashion Industry. Heinemann.

TAD 516 CONSUMER BEHAVIOR - TEXTILES & APPAREL 1+1

Objective

To provide the indepth knowledge of consumer behavior, consumer

protection measures and give them knowledge about retailing in
fashion industry.
Theory
UNIT I
Introduction & Overview; the Consumer perspective and view points;
understanding the consumer; Environmental Influence; Individual
Differences.
UNIT II
Consumer Resources: Involvement and Motivation Knowledge,
Attitudes: Individual difference in behaviour; Psychological
Processes.
UNIT III
 Consumer Decision Processes and Behaviour; Consumer Analysis
& Marketing Strategy; Retailing; Consumer Trends; Market
Segmentation; Diffusion of innovation.
UNIT IV
Counterfeit textiles and consumer protection measures; Global
Consumer Markets.
Practical
Conducting survey to study the consumer behaviour & preferences
of fabric, colour, texture, style of garments etc. from various sectors;
Analysis of market; Identification of areas of consumer education in
the field of apparel & textiles; Developing educational material for
education consumers; Educating selected consumer groups in the
identified areas.
Suggested Readings
Cranz RLM. 1972. Clothing Concepts. Collier Mcmillan.

Flugel JC. 1950. The Psychology of Clothes. Prentice International.

Fringes GS. Fashion from Concept to Consumer. Prentice
International.

Mary Kafgen & Phyllis 1971. Individuality in Clothing Selection & Personal
Appearance. The Macmillian Co.

Ryan.M.S. 1966. Clothing - A Study in Human Behaviour. Winston.

TAD 601 FUNCTIONAL CLOTHING 2+1

Objective

To enable the students to recognize the importance of portable

clothing in textile industry and develop skills in them for designing
functional clothing for farm, industrial workers and fire fighters etc.
Theory
UNIT I
Clothing as a portable environment; Comfort in Clothing - principles
of heat transfer in apparels, thermal insulation, breathable textiles,
clothing systems for thermal protection.
UNIT II
Designing comfortable apparel suitable for warm and cool weather;
Impact protective clothing; providing mobility in clothing- Sports
clothing – Requirements, importance and designing; fastening
systems in clothing; meeting special needs with clothing.
UNIT III
Clothing design for military, clothing design to accommodate
physical disabilities & irregularities; clothing design for expecting and
lactating mothers.
UNIT IV
Protective clothing- farm, industrial workers, fire fighters.
Practical
Survey on selected functional clothing available in the market;
Designing clothing for pregnant women and nursing mothers;
 Designing garments for physically challenged and analysis;
Designing protective clothing for pesticide applicators, selected
industrial workers and fire fighters and analysis; Designing locale
specific sports clothes and analysis.
Suggested Readings
Cookling G. 1997. Garment Technology for Fashion Designers.
Blackwell Science.
Kilgus R. (Ed.) 1999. Clothing Technology. Europa Lehrmittel,
Textile Institute, Manchester.
Tate M & Glisson O. 1967. Family Clothing. John Wiley & Sons.

TAD 602 TECHNICAL TEXTILES 2+1

Objective

To acquaint the students with the techniques of development in

nano fiber and micro fibres and study the recent development in the
field of technical textiles.
Theory
UNIT I
Developments in Nano-fibre and microfibre non-wovens; importance and
classification of technical textiles- types of fiers, materials.
UNIT II
Medical Textiles; Special textiles for industrial applications;
automotive textiles; Industrial textiles.
UNIT III
Agro textiles; geo-textiles; Phase Change Materials; Shape
Memory Materials; Chromic Materials.
UNIT IV
Conductive Materials and other Functional Materials- characteristics and its
applications; Smart textiles – factors affecting the selection and uses.
Practical
Survey of avaliable technical textiles; development of library of
technical textiles; Project work.

Suggested Readings
Allison Mathews 1994. Medical and Hygiene Textile Production.
Intermediate Technology Publ.

Cookling Gerry 1997. Garment Technology for Fashion Designers. Blackwell

Science.

Padmanabhan AR. 1988. A Practical Guide to Textile Testing.

SITRA, Coimbatore. Prentice Hall.

Skinkle JH. 1972. Textile Testing. D.B. Taraporewala.

TAD 603 TEXTILE ECOLOGY 3+0

Objective
 To develop awareness about types of pollution from textiles
processing units and their effect and understand the health hazards
of textile workers and their remedial measures.
Theory
UNIT I
Industrialization, eco-balance and textile ecology. Air, noise and
water pollution by mechanical and chemical textile processing and
their effect. Treatment and disposal of textile effluents. Treatment
processers of sewage. UNIT II
Health hazards of textile workers working in varius textile units and
their remedial measures. Banned dyes and auxiliarite.
UNIT III
Eco-friendly production and processing to textiles with special
reference to organic and naturally coloured cotton, natural dyes and
detergents etc.
UNIT IV
Indian and International environmental legislations. Eco
labeling, management and auditing.

Suggested Readings
Mark KH, Woodlings & Atlas SM. 1971. Chemical after Treatment
of Textiles. John Wiley & Sons.

Skinkle JH. 1972. Textile Testing. D.B. Taraporewala.

TAD 604 SOURCING AND GLOBALISATION 2+1

Objective

To develop the knowledge about the key issues of globilisation and

skill in testing and evaluation of nonwoven textiles.
Theory
UNIT I
Supply chain management in Textiles & Apparel- principles and role
in branding; evaluation of key issues facing Textile and Apparel
Designing businesses in global markets considering ethical,
economic, political, social and professional implications.
UNIT II
Developments in textile & apparel industries before and after
phasing out quota system.
UNIT III
Recent trends in major exporting countries, trade policies; integrated
strategies towards fair globalisation- improving competitiveness and
social responsibility in the industry.
UNIT IV
Actions, policies and shared responsibilities – role of governments,
manufacturers, buyers, trade unions and Multinational enterprises.
Practical
Demographics related to textiles & apparel of various countries
before and after phasing out quota system; Analysis of opportunities
and extent of utilisation by the leading countries - sourcing options
 considering quality, production capabilities, workers’ rights,
investment risk, logistics, legal compliance, and trade policies; Study
on supply chain management in textiles & apparel – preparation of
flow diagrams describing the supply system in different countries
and analysis; Project work based on secondary data.
Suggested Readings
Easey Mike 2000. Fashion Marketing. Blackwell Science.

Jarnow J & Guessio M. 1991. Inside the Fashion Business.

Prentice Hall. Paola de Helena & Muellor Stewart Carol
1986. Marketing Todays Fashion. Prentice Hall.

TAD 605 TEXTILE AUXILIARY 1+1

Objective

To impart the knowledge about various textiles auxiliary used in

textile processing and finishing with eco-friendly auxiliaries.
Theory
UNIT I
Definition, history, selection & classification of auxiliaries; important
processing operations in which auxiliaries are used.
UNIT II
Chemistry and synthesis of surface active agent- essential
requirements of a surfactant, classification, anionic surfactants,
cationic agents, non-ionic surfactants, biodegradability of
surfactants.
UNIT III
Finishing Agents-Stiffening agents, cross linking agent, optical
brightening agent, softeners, water repellents, Flame retarding
agent, antistatic agent, soil release agent, antipilling agent,
mothproof and mild proof agents.
UNIT IV
Methods of Evaluation of Textile Auxiliaries; eco-friendly auxiliaries.
Practical
Collection of various surfactants available in the market; Analysis of
the surfactant properties in selected surfactants ;Preparation of
various sizing combinations; Analysis of the sized samples and
selection of suitable combinations; Assessment whiteness of fabrics
finished with various bleaches & optical brightening agents;
Assessment of finished fabrics with selected finishing auxiliaries;
Finishing with eco-friendly auxiliaries and assessment.
Suggested Readings
Bogley M. 1977. Textile Dyes, Finishing and Auxiliaries. Garland Publ.

Fiscus G & Grunenwald D. 1996. Textile Finishing: A Complete

Guide.Textile Institute, Manchester.

Hall KJ. 1966. Textile Finishing. Heywood.

TAD 606 PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT 1+2
Objective

To impart the knowledge about various product standards and

product specifications and the process of product development
towards market need.

Theory
UNIT I
Product development – definition, history, Objective; product design &
manufacturing, use of merchandising calendar.
UNIT II
Product testing; product economics; product standards and
specifications; product quality control; technical services &,
marketing.
UNIT III
Organizational behaviour; accounting; product intellectual
property law. UNIT IV
Role of computers in product development and related softwares.
Practical
Product review – preparation of product profile; Survey on selected
products from textile & apparel field; Product testing & analysis –
selected textiles & apparel – quality, serviceability, material,
construction performance, products standards, specification and
cost; Product planning- design, production, relative to cost
requirements, aesthetic and functional requirements, producibility,
and market needs; Project work.
Suggested Readings
Bhargav R. 2005. Design Ideas & Accessories. Jain Publ.

Carr Harold & John Pomeroy 1996. Fashion Design & Product
Development. Blackwell Science.

TAD 607 TEXTILE CONSERVATION 1+1

Objective

To develop the awareness about textiles conservation and skill in

assessment of damage, repair and stabilization of textiles.
Theory
UNIT I
Importance of textile conservation; Various methods for analysis of textiles
-fibre content, yarn & fabric
structure. UNIT II
Damage to textiles – pests, micro organisms etc.; Condition
assessment, repair, and stabilization of textile and apparel designing
in museum collections; Dry, aqueous and solvent cleaning.
UNIT III
Examination of storage and exhibition techniques, materials,
and conditions.
UNIT IV
Principles of cleaning fragile textiles; Proper conditions for storing
and display of various textiles.
 Practical
Visit to a museum and study of various textile conservation methods;
Analysis of aged textiles - fibre content, yarn & fabric structure;
Assessment of damage; Repair and stabilisation of textiles;
Exposure to cleaning techniques; Project work.

Suggested Readings
Harris J. (Ed.). 1993. Five Thousand Years of Textiles. British
Museum. Leene JE. 1972. Textile Conservation. Butterworths.

Williams JC. 1977. Preservation of Paper and Textiles of Historic

and Artistic Value. American Chemicals Society.

TAD 608 COLOUR APPLICATION IN TEXTILES 1+1

Objective

To develop the knowledge about conditions for dyeing, printing and

finishing treatments and skill in analysis of dyed fiber, yarn and
fabric. colour science and computer colour matching.
Theory
UNIT I
Detailed theory of colour science and computer match prediction in
dyeing fibres, yarns, and fabrics.
UNIT II
Spectrophotometers for colour systems, software & hardware for
colour systems.
UNIT III
Objective specification of colour, colour difference, shade sorting,
various colour spaces.
UNIT IV
Assessment of whiteness, computer match prediction algorithms
based on colour theory and numerical analysis.
Practical
Laboratory techniques for assessing colour strength and
reflectance; developing arbitarary scales; Familiarisation of
commands to use software
in colour spectrophotometer; Analysis of dyed fibre, yarn and fabrics;
Creation of data files and reproduce dyed samples with the match
prediction; Analysis of colour fastness of dyed samples;
management and interpretation of data generated.
Suggested Readings
Booth JE. 1996. Principles of Textile Testing. CBS.

Padmanabhan AR. 1988. A Practical Guide to Textile Testing,

SITRA, Coimbatore. Prentice Hall.

TAD 609 APPAREL INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT 1+1

Objective
 To introduce the students to various trends in management of
garment industry and understand various export and import policies.
Theory
UNIT I
Complexity of management in garment industries- Objective and
expectations; status of garment industry in India-production,
marketing, distribution, consumption and export trends over last five
years.
UNIT II
Personnel management in domestic and export apparel industry;
techniques in managerial application of cost-volume-profit analysis;
productivity analysis; technology upgradation of apparel units - CAD
& CAM; productivity rate.
UNIT III
Government policies in export and imports; effect of trade
globalization; problems of apparel industry and remedial measures.
UNIT IV
Trends in management, infrastructure facilities and incentives
offered for starting a garment industry.
Practical
Visit & survey in domestic and export garment industries that
produce shirts, trousers & women’s garments; Compilation of data
as per the labour & machinery output; Drawing floor plans of the
industries; Analysis of garment industries in terms of inputs and
outputs; Determination of productivity of the industry & comparison;
SWOT analysis of the industries.
Suggested Readings
Gerry Cooklin. 1991. Introduction to Clothing Manufacture. Blackwell. Gerry
Cooklin. 1997. Garment Technology for Fashion Designer’s.
Blackwell.

Jacob Solinger 1980. Apparel Manufacture. Van Nostrand Reilfold.

Pradeep V Mehta 1998. Managing Quality in Apparel Industry.
New Age International.

Ruth Glock 1990. Apparel Manufacturing. Macmillan.

TAD 610 NON-WOVEN TEXTILES 2+0

Objective

To develop the knowledge about fundamental techniques of

nonwoven textiles and skill in testing and evaluation of nonwoven
textiles.
Theory
UNIT I
Introduction, history, terms and definitions of nonwoven fabrics,
characteristics and properties of Nonwoven fabrics, polymers, fibres
and binders.
UNIT II
Terminology of non-woven; and types of web formation, bonding and
 finishing processes, felt fabrics, needle punched fabrics, spun laced
fabrics, dry & wet laid non-woven fabrics; spun bonded and stitch
bonded non- woven fabrics; properties and end uses; finishing non-
woven.
UNIT III
Trends in non-woven technology, scope of non-woven
textiles, identification of nonwoven fabrics.
UNIT IV
Testing and evaluating of nonwovens; Laminated fabrics.
Suggested Readings
Gohi EG & Vilensky. 1993. Textile Science. CBS.

Hall AJ. 1995. Students Hand Book of Textile Science. Newness

Butterworths.

Lewin M & Pearce EM. (Eds.). 1998. Handbook of Fibre Chemistry.

Marcel Dekker.
Vidyasagar PV. 1998. A Handbook of Textiles. Mittal Publ.

TAD 611 RECENT ADVANCES IN TEXTILE AND APPAREL 2+0

DESIGNING

Objective

To provide indepth knowledge of latest developments in textile and apparel

designing and help them to identify thrust areas of reseach.
Theory
UNIT I
Recent reaearches in production and manufacture of textile fibers,
yarns and fabrics.
UNIT II
Chemical processing of natural and synthetic textiles and their
conversion into clothing.
UNIT III
Developments in the field of functional textiles and clothing; use of special
techniques in textile processing.
UNIT IV
Thrust areas of contemporary research andfuture projections.

Suggested Readings
Journals of Apparels and Textiles

TEXTILE AND APPAREL DESIGNING

List of Journals
 Man Made Textile in India
Samsmira Marg, Inorli, Mumbai-25, www.sasmira.org
 Textile Asia
Business Press Ltd., G.P.O. Box-185, Hong Kong, SAR, China
 Journal of the Textile Association
The Textile Association (India), Santosh’ 72-A, Dr. M.B. Pant Road, Shivaji
Park, Dadar, Mumbai-28.
 Textile Research Journal
602, Prospect Avenue, P.O. Box 625, Princeton, New Jerrey –
08542, www.textile.research.journal.com
 Textile Dyer and Printer
Sevak Publications, Room No. 9, Wellington, Estate, 3rd floor, 24-
Commander-in- Chief Road, Madras-600105
306, Shri Hanuman Industrial Estate, G.D. Ambedkar Road,
Wadala Mumbai – 31.
 Textile Trends
Eastland Publications Pvt. Ltd., 44, Chittaranjan Avenue, Calcutta – 700012.
 Textile Industry and Trade Journal
Comput Media Services, Ambica Niwas Sayajiganj, Baroda – 390005
112-A, Oshiwara Industrial Centre, 1st Floor, Link Road, Goregaon (W),
Mumbai – 400104.
 Apparel International
Apparel International Publishing, The White House, 60 Higher Street, Potters
Bar, Herts En65AB, England.
 Colourage
Color Publication (P) Ltd., Post Box No. 9113, 126-A, Dhuruwadi A.V.,
Nagwekar Marg, Prabhadevi, Mumbai – 400025.
 Hosiery Journal
The Journal’s Publications, Near Shingaar Cinema, Samrala Road, Ludhiana
– 141008.
 The Textile Magazine
Gopali & Co., 407-408, Mount Road, Nandanam, Madras – 600035.
 The Indian Textile Journal
Business Press Pvt. Ltd., Transmission House, Mora co-Op. Industrial
Estate, Mathuradas Vassanji Road, Andheri (E), Mumbai – 59.
 Textile India Progress
Asheerwad, 3/39, Sion Estate, Mumbai – 22 .
 Clothes Line
Clothline Media Pvt. Ltd., 7-B, Shah Industrial Estate, Veena Desai Road,
Azad Nagar, Andheri (W), Mumbai – 53 .
C-27, Panchsheel Enclave, Second Floor, New Delhi – 17.
 Indian Journal of Fibre and Textile Research
National Institute of Science, Communication, CAIR, Dr. K.S. Krishnan Marg,
New Delhi – 12.
 Indian Journal of Textile and Research
Publication and Information Directorate, CSIR, HillsideRoad,
New Delhi – 12.
 Society of Dyers and Colourists
P.O. Box 244, Perkin House, 82, Grattan Road, Bradford, BD12JB, U.K.
 American Dyestuff Reporter
 SAF International Publications, Inc., Promenade A Suite 2, Harmon Cove
Towers, Secaucus, NJ 07094, USA.
 ARS Textrina (A Journal of Textiles and Costumes)
Charles Babbage Research Centre, P.O. Box 47, Humboldt MN, USA, 56731
P.O. Box 272, St. Norbert Postal Station, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, 3VIL6.
 New Cloth Market
Indian Industrial and Management Services, 46, ‘White House’, Panchwati,
C.G. Road, Ahmedabad – 380006.
 Natural Product Radiance
Periodicals Division, National Institute of Science, Communication and
Information Resources, Dr. K.S. Krishnan Marg, New Delhi – 12.

e-Resources
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Suggetsed Broad Topics for Master’s and Doctoral Research

 Quality improvement of under-utilized protein and cellulosic fibres by enzyme
 treatment
 Effect of enzymatic treatment on vegetable dyes
 Analysis of properties of fabrics dyed with dyes extracted from medicinal plants
 Blending of under-utilized fibres with major fibres for quality analysis
 Designing of protective and functional clothing for farm workers and industrial
workers
 Diversification of utilization of jute and under utilized fibres
 Development of suitable sports wears
 Development of paper patterns for designs to be developed for persons
engaged in different occupations
 Product diversification using minor fibers

COMPULSORY NON-CREDIT COURSES

(Compulsory for Master’s programme in all disciplines; Optional for Ph.D. scholars)

CODE COURSE TITLE CREDITS

PGS 501 LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICES 0+1

PGS 502 TECHNICAL WRITING AND COMMUNICATIONS
0+1
SKILLS
PGS 503 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY AND ITS
1+0
(e-Course) MANAGEMENT IN AGRICULTURE
PGS 504 BASIC CONCEPTS IN LABORATORY TECHNIQUES 0+1
PGS 505 AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH, RESEARCH
1+0
(e-Course) ETHICS AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAMMES
PGS 506
DISASTER MANAGEMENT 1+0
(e-Course)

Course Contents
PGS 501 LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICES 0+1
Objective

To equip the library users with skills to trace information from

 libraries efficiently, to apprise them of information and knowledge
resources, to carry out literature survey, to formulate information
search strategies, and to use modern tools (Internet, OPAC, search
engines etc.) of information search.

Practical
Introduction to library and its services; Role of libraries in education,
research and technology transfer; Classification systems and
organization of library; Sources of information- Primary Sources,
Secondary Sources and Tertiary Sources; Intricacies of abstracting
and indexing services (Science Citation Index, Biological Abstracts,
Chemical Abstracts, CABI Abstracts, etc.); Tracing information from
reference sources; Literature survey; Citation
techniques/Preparation of bibliography; Use of CD-ROM Databases,
Online Public Access Catalogue and other computerized library
services; Use of Internet including search engines and its resources;
e- resources access methods.

PGS 502 TECHNICAL WRITING AND COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS 0+1

Objective

To equip the students/scholars with skills to write dissertations,

research papers, etc.
To equip the students/scholars with skills to communicate and
articulate in English (verbal as well as writing).
Practical
Technical Writing - Various forms of scientific writings- theses,
technical papers, reviews, manuals, etc; Various parts of thesis and
research communications (title page, authorship contents page,
preface, introduction, review of literature, material and methods,
experimental results and discussion); Writing of abstracts,
summaries, précis, citations etc.; commonly used abbreviations
in the theses and research communications; illustrations,
photographs and drawings with suitable captions; pagination,
numbering of tables and illustrations; Writing of numbers and dates
in scientific write-ups; Editing and proof-reading; Writing of a review
article. Communication Skills - Grammar (Tenses, parts of speech,
clauses, punctuation marks); Error analysis (Common
errors); Concord; Collocation; Phonetic symbols and
transcription; Accentual pattern: Weak forms in connected speech:
Participation in group discussion: Facing an interview; presentation
of scientific papers.
Suggested Readings
Chicago Manual of Style. 14th Ed. 1996. Prentice Hall of India.

Collins’ Cobuild English Dictionary. 1995. Harper Collins.

Gordon HM & Walter JA. 1970. Technical Writing. 3rd Ed. Holt,
Rinehart & Winston.

Hornby AS. 2000. Comp. Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary of

Current English. 6th Ed. Oxford University Press.
 James HS. 1994. Handbook for Technical Writing. NTC Business
Books. Joseph G. 2000. MLA Handbook for Writers of Research
Papers. 5th Ed.Affiliated East-West Press.

Mohan K. 2005. Speaking English Effectively. MacMillan India.

Richard WS. 1969. Technical Writing. Barnes & oble.

Robert C. (Ed.). 2005. Spoken English: Flourish Your Language.

Abhishek. Sethi J & Dhamija PV. 2004. Course in Phonetics and
Spoken English. 2nd Ed. Prentice Hall of India.

Wren PC & Martin H. 2006. High School English Grammar and

Composition. S. Chand & Co.

PGS 503 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY AND ITS MANAGEMENT IN 1+0

AGRICULTURE
(e-Course)
Objective

The main objective of this course is to equip students and

stakeholders with knowledge of intellectual property rights (IPR)
related protection systems, their significance and use of IPR as a
tool for wealth and value creation in a knowledge-based economy.
Theory
Historical perspectives and need for the introduction of Intellectual
Property Right regime; TRIPs and various provisions in TRIPS
Agreement; Intellectual Property and Intellectual Property Rights
(IPR), benefits of securing IPRs; Indian Legislations for the
protection of various types of Intellectual Properties; Fundamentals
of patents, copyrights, geographical indications, designs and layout,
trade secrets and traditional knowledge, trademarks, protection of
plant varieties and farmers’ rights and bio- diversity protection;
Protectable subject matters, protection in biotechnology, protection
of other biological materials, ownership and period of protection;
National Biodiversity protection initiatives; Convention on Biological
Diversity; International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food
and Agriculture; Licensing of technologies, Material
transfer agreements, Research collaboration Agreement, License
Agreement.
Suggested Readings
Erbisch FH & Maredia K.1998. Intellectual Property Rights in
Agricultural Biotechnology. CABI.

Ganguli P. 2001. Intellectual Property Rights: Unleashing

Knowledge Economy. McGraw-Hill.

Intellectual Property Rights: Key to New Wealth Generation. 2001.

NRDC & Aesthetic Technologies.
 Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India. 2004. State of Indian
Farmer. Vol. V. Technology Generation and IPR Issues.
Academic Foundation.

Rothschild M & Scott N. (Ed.). 2003. Intellectual Property Rights in

Animal Breeding and Genetics. CABI.

Saha R. (Ed.). 2006. Intellectual Property Rights in NAM and Other

Developing Countries: A Compendium on Law and Policies.
Daya Publ. House.

The Indian Acts - Patents Act, 1970 and amendments; Design Act,
2000; Trademarks Act, 1999; The Copyright Act, 1957 and
amendments; Layout Design Act, 2000; PPV and FR Act 2001, and
Rules 2003; National Biological Diversity Act, 2003.

PGS 504 BASIC CONCEPTS IN LABORATORY TECHNIQUES 0+1

Objective

To acquaint the students about the basics of commonly used

techniques in laboratory.

Practical
Safety measures while in Lab; Handling of chemical substances;
Use of burettes, pipettes, measuring cylinders, flasks, separatory
funnel, condensers, micropipettes and vaccupets; washing, drying
and sterilization of glassware; Drying of solvents/chemicals.
Weighing and preparation of solutions of different strengths and their
dilution; Handling techniques of solutions; Preparation of different
agro-chemical doses in field and pot applications; Preparation of
solutions of acids; Neutralisation of acid and bases; Preparation of
buffers of different strengths and pH values. Use and handling of
microscope, laminar flow, vacuum pumps, viscometer, thermometer,
magnetic stirrer, micro-ovens, incubators, sandbath, waterbath,
oilbath; Electric wiring and earthing. Preparation of media and
methods of sterilization; Seed viability testing, testing of pollen
viability; Tissue culture of crop plants; Description of flowering plants
in botanical terms in relation to taxonomy
Suggested Readings
Furr AK. 2000. CRC Hand Book of Laboratory Safety. CRC Press.

Gabb MH & Latchem WE. 1968. A Handbook of Laboratory Solutions.

Chemical Publ. Co.

PGS 505 AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH, RESEARCH ETHICS 1+0

(e-Course)
Objective

To enlighten the students about the organization and functioning of

 agricultural research systems at national and international levels,
research ethics, and rural development programmes and policies of
Government.
Theory
UNIT I
History of agriculture in brief; Global agricultural research system:
need, scope, opportunities; Role in promoting food security,
reducing poverty and protecting the environment; National
Agricultural Research Systems (NARS) and Regional Agricultural
Research Institutions; Consultative Group on International
Agricultural Research (CGIAR): International Agricultural Research
Centres (IARC), partnership with NARS, role as a partner in the
global agricultural research system, strengthening capacities at
national and regional levels; International fellowships for scientific
mobility.
UNIT II
Research ethics: research integrity, research safety in laboratories,
welfare of animals used in research, computer ethics, standards and
problems in research ethics.
UNIT III
Concept and connotations of rural development, rural development
policies and strategies. Rural development programmes: Community
Development Programme, Intensive Agricultural District Programme,
Special group – Area Specific Programme, Integrated Rural
Development Programme (IRDP) Panchayati Raj Institutions, Co-
operatives, Voluntary Agencies/Non-Governmental Organisations.
Critical evaluation of rural development policies and programmes.
Constraints in implementation of rural policies and programmes.
Suggested Readings
Bhalla GS & Singh G. 2001. Indian Agriculture - Four Decades of
Development. Sage Publ.

Punia MS. Manual on International Research and Research Ethics.

CCS, Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar.

Rao BSV. 2007. Rural Development Strategies and Role of

Institutions - Issues, Innovations and Initiatives. Mittal Publ.

Singh K.. 1998. Rural Development - Principles, Policies

and Management. Sage Publ.

PGS 506 DISASTER MANAGEMENT 1+0

(e-Course)

Objectives

To introduce learners to the key concepts and practices of natural

disaster management; to equip them to conduct thorough
assessment of hazards, and risks vulnerability; and capacity
building.
Theory
 UNIT I
Natural Disasters- Meaning and nature of natural disasters, their
types and effects. Floods, Drought, Cyclone, Earthquakes,
Landslides, Avalanches,
Volcanic eruptions, Heat and cold Waves, Climatic Change: Global
warming, Sea Level rise, Ozone Depletion
UNIT II
Man Made Disasters- Nuclear disasters, chemical disasters,
biological disasters, building fire, coal fire, forest fire. Oil fire, air
pollution, water pollution, deforestation, Industrial wastewater
pollution, road accidents, rail accidents, air accidents, sea accidents.
UNIT III
Disaster Management- Efforts to mitigate natural disasters at
national and global levels. International Strategy for Disaster
reduction. Concept of disaster management, national disaster
management framework; financial arrangements; role of NGOs,
Community-based organizations, and media. Central, State, District
and local Administration; Armed forces in Disaster response;
Disaster response: Police and other organizations.
Suggested Readings
Gupta HK. 2003. Disaster Management. Indian National
Science Academy. Orient Blackswan.

Hodgkinson PE & Stewart M. 1991. Coping with Catastrophe: A

Handbook of Disaster Management. Routledge.

Sharma VK. 2001. Disaster Management. National Centre for

Disaster Management, India.