FT25406 Functional Clothing Designing – Semester IV – Fashion

Subject Code & Name: FT25406 – Functional Clothing Designing

Regulation: R-2025

Semester: IV (Fourth Semester)

Branch: B.Tech. Fashion Technology (Fashion)

Credits / L-T-P: 2 Credits | L-T-P: 0-0-4

Course Objectives

To make the student acquire sound knowledge of the material characteristics required for functional clothing
To acquaint student of the mechanism, chemistry and evaluation of chemical finishes for the functional textiles

Learning the specific requirements for different categories like sports-functional, protective, and medical wear.
Study of heat transfer, thermal insulation, and breathable textiles.
Study of elastomeric, synthetic, and regenerated fibres with specialized properties.
Designing patterns that provide maximum mobility for active users.
Illustrate garments for specific needs like firefighting, industrial work, or medical suits (e.g., masks, foot covers)
Learning specialized seams (French, lapped) and finishes that enhance garment strength and water resistance.
Designing adaptive clothing for the physically challenged, elderly, or maternity/lactation periods.
Analysis of fiber, yarn and fabric for flame proof, heat resistant, ballistic resistance, electrical conduction, bacterial protection,
Illustration of Functional clothing used in the medical field and in hygiene; military combat clothing; protective
Standards and test method for protective fabric performance - Flame retardant finishes, Liquid repellent finishes, Antistatic, Liquid repellent, antibacterial, UV protection, mite protection;

CO1: Understand functional apparel categories and specialized fibre, yarn, and fabric properties used in protective and performance clothing.
CO2: Apply principles of thermal comfort, functional finishes, and testing methods in the evaluation of protective textiles.
CO3: Analyze material characteristics and performance requirements to develop suitable functional and adaptive garment solutions.
CO4: Design functional garments by incorporating appropriate materials, construction techniques, seams, and performance features for specific end-use applications.

Weightage: Continuous Assessment 60% | End Semester Examinations 40%
Internal methodology: Speaking & Listening (10 Marks), Presentations (15 Marks) Group Discussion (10 Marks), Resume & LinkedIn (10 Marks), Podcast-Based Learning (10 Marks), Mock Interview (5 Marks), End Semester Practical Assessment – 40 Marks
Note: the official PDF prints this assessment methodology (Speaking & Listening, Group Discussion, Resume & LinkedIn, Mock Interview…) under this course; it appears to be copied from English Communication Skills Laboratory – II and is reproduced as printed.

Source: Official Anna University – B.Tech. Fashion Technology R-2025 Syllabus
Last Updated: October 2026