UPMSP Vocational Textile Design study plan

Classify cotton, silk, wool, polyester and viscose by origin, burning behaviour, and moisture regain, writing a one-line identification cue for each

Distinguish staple from filament fibres and explain how staple length affects yarn twist, hairiness and fabric hand

Compute English cotton count, metric count and denier conversions for eight given yarn numbers and label each answer with its unit

Trace the sequence warp preparation, shedding, picking, beating-up and take-up on a handloom and list the woven structure each motion controls

Compare plain, twill and satin weave by interlacing frequency, float length and the fabric properties each produces

Draft a point-paper diagram for plain weave and a 4/1 twill on graph paper, then mark the warp and weft floats on each

Explain how weave repeat size, sett and yarn count combine to determine fabric cover and GSM

Analyse five woven fabric samples (or described swatches) and identify weave type, float direction and likely end use

Define balance, rhythm, proportion, emphasis and harmony and apply each term to a named textile example

Sketch three motif repeats (straight, half-drop and brick) and state which repeat suits which fabric width

Differentiate weft-knit and warp-knit construction by loop formation, stretch direction and edge behaviour

Compare single jersey, rib, interlock and purl structures by appearance on face and back

Develop one floral motif from a natural source sketch through stylisation into a repeatable unit

Produce a colourway sheet showing the same motif in three distinct colour schemes and justify each choice

Explain how a designer adapts a motif for dobby versus jacquard capability

Sequence the stages of direct, discharge and resist dyeing and name the fibre class each suits best

Build a dye-class table for reactive, vat, acid and disperse dyes covering fibre, method and fastness strength

Compare block, screen, rotary-screen and digital printing by setup cost, repeat size and typical order quantity

List the tools and equipment needed for a small block-printing unit with approximate costs

Identify the safety controls for dyes, mordants and steaming equipment and record them as a checklist

Map the spinning-to-garment production flow and state the quality check performed at each stage

Define count strength product, crimp, fabric shrinkage, colour fastness and GSM and explain how each is tested

Interpret a given inspection result against the 4-point fabric inspection system and calculate a defect score

Explain how fibre maturity and trash content influence yarn irregularity and dye uptake

Describe how a designer's repeat or colour choice can raise or lower production rejection rates

Prepare a design brief stating end use, target customer, fabric, technique and repeat size

Produce a mood board and a colour card of at least six shades derived from the brief

Execute two surface techniques (for example block print and tie-resist) on prepared fabric swatches

Evaluate both swatches for registration, penetration, fastness and finish, and record improvements

Assemble the swatches, mood board and brief into a coherent project file

Cost one finished product by calculating material, labour, overhead and wastage, then set a wholesale and retail price

Calculate break-even quantity for a small production run from fixed cost, variable cost and selling price

Compare three selling channels (local market, wholesale buyer, online) by reach, margin and payment risk

Draft a simple profit-and-loss statement for a one-month production cycle

Explain the documentation a small textile unit needs for GST, MSME registration and a basic invoice

Review all eight domains using a self-made question set and score at least 80 percent

Revisit every previously missed fact and rewrite it as a corrected one-line statement

Rehearse a five-minute viva explanation of the project file covering brief, technique and costing

Confirm workplace safety and legal compliance points for a small unit in a written checklist

Finalise the portfolio order and index so the project file can be submitted as one bound document