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Departments
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Colleges
Textiles and Apparel Designing
Textiles and Apparel Designing constitute one of the five departments within the Faculty of Community Science at AAU, Jorhat-13, established in 1973. This department has evolved into a comprehensive academic unit, offering Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD programs since 1973, 1988, and 2010, respectively. Originally named Clothing and Textiles, it underwent a nomenclature change to Textiles and Apparel Designing in 2012, following the recommendation of the Fourth Dean\'s Committee.
The department provides nationally designed courses aimed at imparting knowledge, skills, and guided research in the domains of textiles and apparel designing across various academic levels. These programs are structured to enable students to evolve into critical thinkers with the capacity to employ scientific methods in the cost-effective development of products that meet both aesthetic and functional requirements.
The department has been at the forefront of innovative research, exploring a diverse range of topics such as dyes, novel fibers, various finishes, Textile and apparel designing, and other cutting-edge investigations. This commitment to research extends beyond traditional areas, encompassing a broad spectrum of emerging fields and contributing to the advancement of knowledge in textiles and apparel design.
Mission
The Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing at AAU, Jorhat-13, is guided by a set of visionary missions aimed at providing comprehensive professional education and fostering holistic development among graduates and postgraduates. Our mission encompasses the following key objectives:
· To deliver professional education that spans the entire spectrum of activities in garment construction, fashion, and textiles. Our focus is on nurturing graduates and postgraduates with a global outlook, instilling in them a sense of social responsibility, fostering creativity, and promoting critical thinking.
· To equip students with advanced knowledge that aligns with the latest changing trends in the dynamic fields of garment construction, fashion, and textiles. We strive to ensure that our graduates stay abreast of evolving industry requirements.
· To cultivate graduates who are not only knowledgeable but also creative and innovative. We aim to excel in fashion and textile education and research, empowering our graduates to make significant contributions in various fields related to textiles.
· To develop a dynamic department by expanding our extension activities. We seek to create awareness among diverse groups of people, motivating them to become self-empowered individuals capable of contributing to the growth of the textile and apparel industry.
· To revive and preserve different textiles, including woven motifs and designs, of Assam and the North East region through dedicated research, training, and product development. This initiative serves the dual purpose of heritage conservation and the economic upliftment of the society.
Through the pursuit of these missions, the Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing strives to be a beacon of excellence, producing graduates who are not only academically proficient but also socially responsible and poised to make meaningful contributions to the textile and apparel landscape.
Vision
In accordance with the Mission, the Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing at the Faculty of Community Science, AAU, Jorhat, envisions the creation of a highly skilled manpower base. Our vision is centered on providing individuals with the utmost academic knowledge, practical learning, and performance skills. This prepares them to serve in diverse areas, spanning from expertise in natural fibers and dyes to the intricacies of apparel designing and construction. Our overarching goal is to ensure optimal utilization of natural resources, contributing to the economic upliftment of farm families.
Furthermore, the department aspires to foster the development of entrepreneurs specializing in apparel designing. We aim to cultivate a new wave of professionals dedicated to creating eco-friendly and user-friendly textile materials for both household and industrial applications. Through these initiatives, our vision is to be a catalyst for positive change, making significant contributions to sustainable practices, economic development, and the overall well-being of communities.
# | Course No. | Course Title | Course Credit | Syllabus |
1 | AD-313 * | Garment and Accessory Designing | 3(0 + 3) | |
2 | TSD-113 * | Textile Science and Fabric Care | 3(2 + 1) | |
3 | TSD-222(b) * | Principles of Textile Designing | 2(0 + 2) | |
4 | 10(0+10) * | Rural Awareness Work Experience Programme, RAWEP | 0(0 + 0) | |
5 | AD-123 * | Fundamentals of Clothing Construction | 3(1 + 2) | |
6 | AD-323 * | Traditional Textiles and Costumes of India | 3(2 + 1) | |
7 | IMPT10(0+10) * | Inplant Training Programme | 0(0 + 0) | |
8 | TSD -4110(a) Credit- * | Garment Detailing & Production(ELP module) | 0(0 + 0) | |
9 | TSD-213 * | Techniques of Fabric Construction | 3(1 + 2) | |
10 | TSD-222(a) * | Textile Finishes | 2(1 + 1) | |
11 | TSD-312 * | Retailing and Merchandising-Textiles and Apparel | 2(2 + 0) | |
12 | TSD-313 * | Fashion Illustrations | 3(0 + 3) | |
13 | TSD-323 * | Apparel Designing Techniques- Flat Pattern and Draping | 3(0 + 3) | |
14 | TSD-4110(b) Credit-1 * | Product development through surface enrichment(ELP module) | 0(0 + 0) | * courses are compulsory |
# | Course No. | Course Title | Course Credit | Syllabus |
1 | ATS 501 * | Textile Chemistry | 3(2 + 1) | |
2 | ATS-502 * | Textile and Apparel Quality Analysis | 3(2 + 1) | |
3 | ATS-503 * | Pattern Making and Draping | 3(1 + 2) | |
4 | ATS-504 * | Woven Textile Design | 3(2 + 1) | |
5 | ATS-505 * | Wet Processing of Textiles | 3(2 + 1) | |
6 | ATS-509 * | Textiles Auxiliaries | 3(2 + 1) | |
7 | ATS-511 | Sustainability in Textile and Apparel Industry | 2(2 + 0) | * courses are compulsory |
# | Course No. | Course Title | Course Credit | Syllabus |
1 | ATS-601 * | Textile Ecology | 2(2 + 0) | |
2 | ATS-602 * | Technical Textiles | 3(2 + 1) | |
3 | ATS-605 * | Functional Clothing | 3(2 + 1) | |
4 | ATS-606 * | Textile Conservation | 2(1 + 1) | |
5 | ATS-608 * | Technology of Nonwovens | 2(2 + 0) | * courses are compulsory |
Projects
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On Going
- DSIR (TDUPW) sponsored project on "Technology intervention for product diversification in handloom weaving to promote capacity building for livelihood security of women artisanss", projcet cost Rs.2350953 Lakh
- Department of Scientific & Industrial Research (Technology Development and Utilization Programme for Women) sponsored project on "Technology intervention for product diversification in handloom weaving to promote capacity building for livelihood security of Women Artisans",
- DSIR ( TDUPW)_ sponsored project on "Technology intervention for product diversification in handloom weaving to promote capacity building for livelihood security of women", projcet cost Rs.2350953 Lakh
- DSIR (TDUPW), Govt of India sponsored project on "Technology Intervention for product diversification in handloom weaving to promote capacity building for livelihood security of women artisans" .", projcet cost Rs.2350953.00 Lakh
- Assam Agricultural University sponsored project on "Sankari Yugar Brindabanivastaar Kala Samahar", projcet cost Rs.233000 Lakh
- AAU sponsored project on "Sankari Yugar Brindavani Bastra Kala Samahar", projcet cost Rs.2.33 lakh Lakh
- AAU sponsored project on "Sankari Yugar Brindavani Bastra Kala Samahar", projcet cost Rs.2.33 lakh Lakh
- AAU sponsored project on "Sankari Yugar Brindavani Bastra Kala Samahar", projcet cost Rs.2.33 lakh Lakh
- AAU Jorhat, Assam sponsored project on "Sankari Yugar Brindavani Bastra Kala Samahar", projcet cost Rs.2.33 lakh Lakh
- AAU Jorhat-13 sponsored project on "Sankari Yugar Brindavani Bastra Kala Samahar", projcet cost Rs.2.33 Lakh
- AAU sponsored project on "Sankari Yugar Brindavani Bastra Kala Samahar", projcet cost Rs.2.33 Lakh
- ICAR sponsored project on "AICRP on Home Science (Textile and Apparel Design)",
- ICAR sponsored project on "All India Coordinated Research Project", projcet cost Rs.90 Lakh
- ICAR sponsored project on "All India coordinated research project on Home Sc",
- ICAR sponsored project on "All India coordinated research project on Home Sc",
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Completed
- ICAR sponsored project on "Tribal subplan project: Diversification of handloom products for entrepreneurial development", projcet cost Rs.7.25987 Lakh implemented in 2019. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Dr. Nabaneeta Gogoi)
- ICAR sponsored project on "Tribal subplan project: Diversification of handloom products for entrepreneurial development", projcet cost Rs.7.25987 Lakh implemented in 2019. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Dr. Satvinder Kaur)
- Tribal Sub Plan sponsored project on "Diversified of handloom products for entrepreneurship development", projcet cost Rs.725987 Lakh implemented in 2019.
- ICAR sponsored project on "Diversification of Handloom products for entrepreneurial development (Tribal Sub Plan Project)", projcet cost Rs.7.25987 Lakh implemented in 2018. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Dr. Ava Rani Phukan)
- ICAR sponsored project on "Diversification of Handloom products for entrepreneurial development (Tribal Sub Plan Project)", projcet cost Rs.7.25987 Lakh implemented in 2018. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Dr. Binita Baishya Kalita)
- Tribal Sub Plan Project sponsored project on "Diversification of Handloom products for entrepreneurial development", projcet cost Rs.7.25987 Lakh implemented in 2018. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Dr. Rickey Rani Boruah)
- TSP sponsored project on "Diversification of handloom products for entrepreneurial development", projcet cost Rs.7.25987 Lakh implemented in 2018. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Mrs. Momita Konwar)
- Ministry of Tribal Affairs sponsored project on "Tribal Sub plan", projcet cost Rs.7.25987 Lakh implemented in 2018. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Dr. Smita Bhuyan)
- USAID, AIP sponsored project on "Development of green composites by utilizing agricultural waste for building, construction, furniture and other applications", projcet cost Rs.7.50440 Lakh implemented in 2014. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Dr. Binita Baishya Kalita)
- USAID, AIP sponsored project on "Development of green composites by utilizing agricultural waste for building, construction, furniture and other applications", projcet cost Rs.7.50440 Lakh implemented in 2014. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Dr. Nabaneeta Gogoi)
- USAID, AIP sponsored project on "Development of green composites by utilizing agricultural waste for building, construction, furniture and other applications", projcet cost Rs.7.50440 Lakh implemented in 2014. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Dr. Satvinder Kaur)
- USAID ,AIP sponsored project on "Development of Green composites by Utilizing Agricultural Waste for Building,Construction,furniture materials and Other Applications.", implemented in 2014. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Dr. Binita Baishya Kalita)
- USAID sponsored project on "Development of green composites by utilizing agricultural waste for building, construction, furniture materials and other applications", projcet cost Rs.750440 Lakh implemented in 2013.
- AAU, Jorhat sponsored project on "Value addition of handloom fabric for product diversification and higher marketability", projcet cost Rs.5.35 Lakh implemented in 2011. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Dr. Nabaneeta Gogoi)
- AAU, Jorhat sponsored project on "Value addition of handloom fabric for product diversification and higher marketability", projcet cost Rs.5.35 Lakh implemented in 2011. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Dr. Satvinder Kaur)
- AAU sponsored project on "Value addition of handloom fabric for product diversification and higher marketability", projcet cost Rs.5.35 Lakh implemented in 2010. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Dr. Ava Rani Phukan)
- AAU sponsored project on "Value addition of handloom fabric for product diversification and higher marketability", projcet cost Rs.5.35 Lakh implemented in 2010. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Dr. Binita Baishya Kalita)
- AAU,JORHAT sponsored project on "Effect of detergent on physical properties of silk and silk blended yarn", projcet cost Rs.1 Lakh implemented in 1998. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Dr. Ava Rani Phukan)
- Assam Agricultural University sponsored project on "Effect of detergent on the physical properties of silk and silk blended fabrics", projcet cost Rs.50000 Lakh implemented in 1990.
- AAU sponsored project on "Effect of detergent on physical properties of silk and silk blended yarn.", implemented in 1990. (PI/Co-PI/Associated Scientist : Dr. Binita Baishya Kalita)
Achivements
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Development of Muga Detection Kit
The Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Community Science, AssamAgricultural University, promises to boost authenticity in Muga Silk Production. In agroundbreaking development, the Department has successfully developed a state-of-the-artMuga Detection Kit, set to transform the muga silk industry. This innovative kit, equipped withthree detection mechanisms, is poised to revolutionize the authentication process of Muga silk,a treasured commodity indigenous to the region.Muga silk, renowned for its exquisite golden sheen and cultural significance, has facedchallenges related to quality control and identification. The newly developed Muga DetectionKit addresses these concerns by offering a comprehensive and reliable solution. The TheDepartment of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Community Science, AssamAgricultural University plans to commercialize the Muga Detection Kit in the near future,bringing this technological marvel to the hands of silk producers, artisans, and stakeholdersinvolved in the Muga silk industry. This move is anticipated to fortify the reputation of AssamAgricultural University as a hub for innovation in agriculture and allied sciences.The Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Community Science, AssamAgricultural University, promises to boost authenticity in Muga Silk Production. In agroundbreaking development, the Department has successfully developed a state-of-the-artMuga Detection Kit, set to transform the muga silk industry. This innovative kit, equipped withthree detection mechanisms, is poised to revolutionize the authentication process of Muga silk,a treasured commodity indigenous to the region.Muga silk, renowned for its exquisite golden sheen and cultural significance, has facedchallenges related to quality control and identification. The newly developed Muga DetectionKit addresses these concerns by offering a comprehensive and reliable solution. The TheDepartment of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Community Science, AssamAgricultural University plans to commercialize the Muga Detection Kit in the near future,bringing this technological marvel to the hands of silk producers, artisans, and stakeholdersinvolved in the Muga silk industry. This move is anticipated to fortify the reputation of AssamAgricultural University as a hub for innovation in agriculture and allied sciences.The Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Community Science, AssamAgricultural University, promises to boost authenticity in Muga Silk Production. In agroundbreaking development, the Department has successfully developed a state-of-the-artMuga Detection Kit, set to transform the muga silk industry. This innovative kit, equipped withthree detection mechanisms, is poised to revolutionize the authentication process of Muga silk,a treasured commodity indigenous to the region.Muga silk, renowned for its exquisite golden sheen and cultural significance, has facedchallenges related to quality control and identification. The newly developed Muga DetectionKit addresses these concerns by offering a comprehensive and reliable solution. The TheDepartment of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Community Science, AssamAgricultural University plans to commercialize the Muga Detection Kit in the near future,bringing this technological marvel to the hands of silk producers, artisans, and stakeholdersinvolved in the Muga silk industry. This move is anticipated to fortify the reputation of AssamAgricultural University as a hub for innovation in agriculture and allied sciences.