MSc Home Science Textiles Fashion Technology Syllabus Mumbai University by munotes
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Sr.
No. Heading Particulars
1 Title of the
Course M. Sc. (Home Science)
Branch III: Textiles & Fashion Technology.
Semester III and IV
2 Eligibility for
Admission Bachelor of Home Science with Textile & Clothing/Clothing &
Textile
Bachelor of Home Science with specialization in Textiles & Fashion
Technology
Bachelor of Home Science with specialization in any branch of
Home Science
Bachelor of Home Science (General)
Bachelor of Science (Biological Sciences)
Bachelor of Science (Chemistry)
Bachelor of Fashion Design or Bachelor from any Design stream
Learners of any gender are eligible to apply for admission to the
course.
Bridge course/Tutor ials for Bachelors students from non Textile,
Clothing & Fashion / Design Background:
Basic knowledge of Pattern Making and Garment Construction
(syllabus as per TYBSc TFT)
Basic knowledge of Textile Science (Syllabus as per FYBSc,
SYBSc and T YBSc)
These c an be undertaken during the MSc SEM I & II simultaneously
3 Passing Marks 40% (Theory) and (Practical)
4 Ordinances /
Regulations
( if any) Eligibility - O.5088 dated 31st August, 2015
Attendance - O. 6086 with effect from 2014 -15
and thereafter
5 No. of Years /
Semesters 1 years/ 2 Semesters
6 Level P.G. / U.G./ Diploma / Certificate
( Strike out which is not applicable)
7 Pattern Yearly / Semester
( Strike out which is not applicable)
8 Status New / Revised
( Strike out which is not applicable)
9 To be
implemented from
Academic Year From Academic Year 2017 -18
AC___________
Item No. ______
UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI
Syllabus for Approval
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Date: 10.04.2017 Signature :
Name of BOS Chairperson / Dean : ___ Dr Geeta Ibrahim _______
1 Title of the Course M. Sc. (Home Science)
Branch III: Textiles & Fashion Technology.
Semester III and IV
2 Course Code PSHS III
3 Preamble / Scope
The M.Sc. in Home Science specializing in Textiles and Fashion Technology is designed to
impart knowledge and skills that is life oriented, career and community oriented. It has special
relevance to Textile, Apparel and Fashion industries with additional knowledge and
experience in entrepreneurship skills, field work, rural camp, internship, industrial visits,
computer aided designing, marketing and hard skills i n Textile and Fashion Technology
related areas.
Objective of Course / Course Outcome
1. To equip students with the knowledge of basic chemistry and application of of Fibres,
Dyes, Finishes and other auxiliaries used in the Textile and Apparel Industry.
2. To impart students a systematic approach to basic and applied aspects of Textiles and
Fashion Technology.
3. To familiarize students with the various theoretical and practical aspects of Textile and
Apparel quality Assurance.
4. To encourage students to work in con junction with relevant textile and Apparel industry to
get a deeper insight into the subjects of Textiles and Fashion Technology.
5. To provide students with an opportunity to conduct independent research.
6. To equip students to design and produce garments ba sed on needs of the industry and the
market.
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UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI
Essentials Elements of the Syllabus
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Eligibility
Bachelor of Home Science with Textile & Clothing/Clothing & Textile
Bachelor of Home Science with specialization in Textiles & Fashion Technology
Bachelor of Home Science with specialization in any branch of Home Science
Bachelor of Home Science (General)
Bachelor of Science (Biological Sciences)
Bachelor of Science (Chemistry)
Bachelor of Fashion Design or Bachelor from any Design stream
Learners of any gender are eligible to apply for admission to the course.
Bridge course/Tutorials for Bachelors students from non Textile, Clothing & Fashion /
Design Background:
Basic knowledge of Pattern Making and Garment Construction (syllabus as per
TYBSc TFT)
Basic knowledge of Textile Science (Syllabus as per FYBSc & SYBSc)
These can be undertaken during the MSc SEM I & II simultaneously
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Fee Structure
M.Sc. (HOME SCIENCE) DEGREE COURSE IN
TEXTILES & FASHION TECHNOLOGY
SEMESTER III and IV
PROPOSED FEE STRUCTURE 2017 -18
No. *Particulars of fees Amount
1 Tuition fee 460.00
2 Univ. Share Tuition fee 540.00
3 Form and Prospectus fee 0.00
4 Other fees/ Extra curricular activities 250.00
5 Exam fee 3120.00
6 Laboratory fee 6000.00
7 Library 1000.00
8 Gymkhana 400.00
9 Admission processing fee 0.00
10 V.C. Fund 20.00
11 Magazine 100.00
12 Identity Card 50.00
13 Group insurance 40.00
14 Student Welfare 50.00
15 University Sports and cultu ral activity 30.00
16 Development fee 500.00
17 Utility 250.00
18 Computer/Laptop 500.00
19 e-suvidha 50.00
20 e-charges 20.00
21 Disaster relief fund 10.00
22 Convocation fee only for M.Sc Part II 250.00
23 National Services Scheme 10.00
24 Field trips/Activities 1000.00
TOTAL 14650.00
* FEES ARE DUE TO BE REVISED
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7 No. of Lectures 12 periods per week
8 No. of Practical 11 periods per week
9 Duration of the Course 1 year
10 Notional hours 12 periods per week
11 No. of Students per Batch: 10 - 12
Selection - Merit at qualifying T.Y.B.Sc. examination (Semester V and VI) and Entrance
Examination
Assessment – included in the syllabus copy as Scheme of Examination
Syllabus Details – included in the syllabus copy
Title of the Unit – included in the syllabus copy
Title of the Sub -Unit – included in the syllabus copy
Semester wise Theory – included in the syllabus grid
Semester wise List of Practical – included in the syllabus grid
Question Paper Pattern – included in the s yllabus copy as Scheme of Examination
Pattern of Practical Exam – included in the syllabus copy as Scheme of Examination
Scheme of Evaluation of Project / Internship - – included in the syllabus copy
List of Suggested Reading – included in the syllabus copy
List of Websites – included in the syllabus copy wherever applicable
List of You -Tube Videos –Not Applicable
List of MOOCs –Not Applicable
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M.Sc. (Home Science)
Branch III : Textile & Fashion Technology
Semester III
(Revised w.e.f. June 2017)
Course Code Title Internal
Assessment
Mark Total
Marks Period
per
week Credits
PSHSIII301 Global Fashion Scenario 40 100 4 4
PSHSIII302 Management & Administration
in the Textiles & Apparel
Business 40 100 4 4
PSHSIII303 Garment Production
Technology 40 100 4 4
PSHSIIIP301 Draping (Knits & Wovens) &
Grading _ 50 3 2
PSHSIIIP302 World Textile Embroideries and
Textile crafts _ 50 3 2
PSHSIIIP303 Women's Apparel Design and
Production _ 50 4 2
PSHSIIIP304 Internship _ 50 _ 2
PSHSIIIP305 Research Dissertation 50 100 10 4
160 600 32 24
*The candidate is required to submit the certificate of completing One Year Diploma course in :
“CAD, CAM and Computer Technologies in the Apparel Industry – Advanced” before
completion of M.Sc. (Home Science) course.
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Course
Code Title Periods/week /Division Marks Credits
PSHSIII301 Global Fashion Scenario 4 100 4
Objectives
1. To make aware of the general global fashion scenario.
2. To prepare for the global competition in fashion industry.
Course Content Periods
Unit I. Liberalization, Privatization & Globalization & its impact on Indian
economy.
Development before & after phasing out of Quota system
The world fashion scenario - structure of fashion industry and future
prospects.
Origin of Fashion
Fashion Terminology: 11
Unit II. Fashion Cycle
Theories and Principles of Fashion
Fashion apparel - women’s, men’s, children’s & teens - category and
size ranges.
Fashion accessories - categories, market segments and trends in
accessory industry.
Leather and fur - the leather industry, trends in leather industry, the fur
industry. 11
Unit III. Global designer practices - vendor as designer, p rivate label designer,
brand label designer, freelance designer, designer as manufacturer,
costume designer, consumer as a designer 11
Unit IV National & International designers.
National & International fashion centers.
Fashion Leaders and Followers. 12
REFERENCES:
1. Dorothy S. Lyle & Jeanne Brinkley, Contemporary Clothing, Bennet & Mc Knigh Publishing
Company, Peoria, Illinois, 1983
2. Ulla VAd Lane -Rowley, Using design protection in the Fashion & Textile Industry, Jhon
Wiley & Sons, Ist Edition 1997
3. Venkatesan. R, &Katti, V.Indian Textile policy for 21st Century, B R Publishing Corporation
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Course
Code Title Periods/week /Division Marks Credits
PSHSIII302
Management & Administration in
the Textiles & Apparel Business
4 100 4
Objectives
1. To enhance personal and professional performance
2. To make students aware and improve administrative and managerial skills in the textiles
industry.
3. To enable students learn to plan an entrepreneurial venture and executing the plan.
4. To assist students develop multi -management skills to either start their own business or
manage an existing Textile/Fashion business.
Course Content Periods
Unit I Introduction and basic functions of management in Textiles
industry
Human Resource Development
Recruitment and selection, orientation, performance appraisal,
training and evaluation, Self -awareness, Leadership and motivation,
Conflict management, Stress management, Group dynamics including
decision making
Marketing and Marketing Management process
-Concepts of marketing
-Channels of distribution
-Market Research and Marketing strategies
-Market segmentation, targeting and positioning
-Novel and innovative product /service development
-Brand development and promotion
Office Management of Information Systems in Te xtile industry
Information management - Role, need, and contemporary systems of
management.
Information Technology - Use of computers in administration and
research. 11
Unit II Finance management in Textile industry
Meaning, significance and objectives of finance management.
Sources of finance.
Working capital management.
Tools of finance analysis and planning.
Budget formulation and auditing.
Funding for the business proposal
Government and non -government opportunities for funds and
resources.
Franchising opportunities
Product pricing and profit generation 11
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Tools of analysis of costing, cost control and budgeting
Accounting procedures and financial statements.
Investing resources into the business
Corporate Social Responsibility
Unit III Entrepreneurship
-Definition and meaning of entrepreneurship
-Types, Classification and trends of Entrepreneurial ventures in sports
industries
-Qualities and skills of an entrepreneur
-Resources required for a business
-Project formulation, evaluation an d feasibility analysis
-Idea generation
-Market research
-Project selection
-Project evaluation using appropriate industry standards
-Business planning
-Importance, purpose and efficiency of a plan
-Business acquisition, franchising and outsourcing
-Legal, ethical and environmental considerations of the
entrepreneurial venture
-Overview of business regulation by the government
-Inspection, Licensing
-Patent, trademark and intellectual property rights registration and
accreditations. 11
Unit IV Strategic Management in Textile industry
Introduction, Evolution of Strategic Management - Conceptual Frame
Work – Strategic Management Process - Relevance and Importance of
Strategic Management Strategic Decision - Approaches to Strategy to
Strategy Formulation
Growth Strategies – Generic Business Strategies – Corporate
Strategies - Choice of
Strategy.
Strategy Implementation - Issues in Strategy Implementation –
Structural, Behavioral, Functional Implementation – Strategic
Evaluation and Control. 12
References:
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Delhi.
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Aswathappa, K. (2005). Human resource and personal management .Text and cases.(4th Ed.).
New Delhi: Tata McGraw Hill Publishing co. Ltd.
Aswathappa, K. (2005). Human resource and personnel management – Text and Cases Tata
McGraw – Hill Publishing Co. Ltd. New Delhi.
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Boyd, H.W., Walker, O.C. and Larreche, J. (1995) Marketing management – A stra tegic
approach with a global orientation 2nd ed. Irwin Chicago.
Cartwright, R., Collins, M., Green, G. and Candy, A. (2001). The handbook for managing
resources and information Infinity books, New Delhi.
D’Souza, A. (2001 Leadership .(5thIndian print). Mum bai: Better Yourself Books.
Denyer, J. C. (1975). Office management .(4th Ed.). London: Macdonald and Evans Ltd.
Donnelly, J. H., (1995). Fundamentals of management . Chicago: Irwin.
Drucker, P. F. (1975). Management, tasks, responsibilities and practices . Bo mbay: Allied
Publishers.
Fisher, Cynthia, D. (1997). Human resource management . Chennai: All India Publishers.
George T. (1978). Principles of management . Illinois: Learning Systems.
Hersey, P. (1998). Management of organizational behaviour .(7th Ed.). New Delhi: Prentice - Hall
of India Pvt. Ltd.
Ivancevich, J. M. Management principles and functions . Delhi: All India Travel Books.
Ivancevich, J.M., Donnelly, J.H. and Gibson, J.L. (1996). Management – principles and
functions (4th ed.) All India Traveller Bo okseller. Delhi.
Kale, N. G. (2000). Business management . Mumbai: Vipul Prakashan.
Kale, N.G. (2003) Principles and practice of marketing. Vipul prakashan – Mumbai.
Kotler, P. (2003) Marketing management 11th ed. Pearson Education (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.
Delhi.
Kulkarni, L. G. (1984). Management is the name of the game . Bombay: India Book House.
Lockett, J. B. (1987). The most effective management in your business .Northamptoshire:
Thomsons.
McGrath, E. H. (1989). Basic managerial skills for all .(3rd Ed.). Ne w Delhi: Prentice - Hall of
India private Ltd.
Naik, S. P. (1993). Principles of business economics . Mumbai: Vipul Prakashan.
Northcote, P .C. and Rustomji, M. K. (1986). Excellence in management . Bombay: Mirchandani
Publishers.
Prasad, L. and Banerjee, A., (1985). Management of human resources . New Delhi: Sterling
Publishers Pvt. Ltd.
Rao, V. S. P. (2005). Human resource management : Text and cases. (2nd Ed.).New Delhi: Excel
Books.
Rao, V.S.P. (2005) Human resource management – text and cases (2nd ed.) Excel Books. New
Delhi.
Schafer, W. (1998). Stress management for wellness . (4th Ed.). Belmont: Wadsworth Thomson
Learning.
Sekaran, U. (1998). Organizational behaviour : Text and Cases.(7th.Ed.). New Delhi: Tata
McGraw Hill Publishing Company. Ltd.
Shookla, M.S . (2004). A handbook of human relations (with structured experiences and
instruments). Macmillan India Ltd. Delhi.
Singh, P.N. (1998). Developing and managing human resources (3rd ed.) Suchandra
Publications. Mumbai.
Snell, Scott. (2007). Human resource management . Australia: Thomson/South -western.
Vaz, M. (1997). Management and human resource development .(9th Ed). Mumbai: Manisha
Prakashan.
Wendell, F. (1997) Human resource management . Chennai: All India Publishers.
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Course
Code Title of the Paper Periods/week /Division Marks Credits
PSHSIII303
Garment Production Technology
4
100
4
Objectives
1. To enhance personal and professional performance in the textile industry.
2. To make students aware of the industrial requirements and working of the textile industry.
3. To impart the knowledge of the industrial sewing machines equipment and plant layouts.
Course Content Periods
Unit I Production, management, planning and control line Development
Total quality management (TQM)
Industrial efficiency
Industrial sickness
Industry Plant layouts
Types followed in Industry with their advantages & disadvantages 11
Unit II Drafts layouts, layering, consumption and cutting
Industrial sewing machines, needles, irons and other equipments. 11
Unit III Formats and worksheets used in various departments.
Cost Sheets, 11
Unit IV Computer technology in garment manufacture 12
References
Batty, J. (1975). Industrial administration and management .(3rd Ed.) London: The English
language book society and McDonald and Svans.
Claire, B. (1981). The complete book of sewing shortcuts. New York: Sterling publisher
Dani, L. M. (1990). Industrial organization and management. Bombay: Manan publisher
Kallal, M. (1985). Clothing construction . London: Macmillan Publishing Co. Inc.
Kale, N. G. (1997). Management and human resource development .(6th Ed.) Mumbai: Manisha.
Michael, V. andParalkar, V. (1997). The editors of times -life books, Netherlands: Time -life B. V.
International.
Mehta Pradir V. ( 1992) An introduction to quality contr ol for the apparel industry .
ASQC.Quality Press, Marcel Dekker, Inc. Milwackee, New York, Dasel, Hongkong.
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Course Code Title Periods/week /Batch Marks Credits
PSHSIIIP301
Draping (Knits &Woven) &
Grading
3
50
2
Objectives
1. To acquaint students with the techniques of draping for woven and knitted fabrics.
2. To design and construct garments using the principles of draping.
Course Content Periods
Unit I a) Basic bodice, torso, dart -less sloper.
b) Basics lower block.
c) Displacement and concealment of darts. 11
Unit II Draping of Six patterns including different collars, sleeves and
concealments using woven and knitted fabrics. 11
Unit III Draping & Stitching - Theme Garment (1 Garment)
Speed Test (1 Garment) 11
Unit IV Grading 12
*Journal Portfolio Presentation
References
Armstrong, H .J. (2000). Draping for apparel design . New York: Fairchild publications.
Cloake, D. (1976) Fashion design on the stand .Batsford publication.
Crawford, Connice, A. (1989) The art of fashion draping . Fairchild’s Publication.
Goulboum, M. (1971) Introducing pattern cutting, grading and modeling. Batsford publication
Mee, J. &Prudy, M. (1987) Modelling on the stand . Oxford: BPS Professional Books.
Silberg, L., &Shoben, M. (1992) The art of dress modeling . Oxford: Butterworth Heinmann
publication.
Stanley, H. (1983) Modeling and flat cutting for fashion .Hutchison Education publication.
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Course Code Title Periods/week /Batch Marks Credits
PSHS IIIP302
World Textile Embroideries and
Textile crafts
3 50 2
Objectives
1. To introduce students to the various textile designing concepts through weaving, printing and
embroidery for different end uses.
2. To enhance the creativity of students in designing.
Course Content Periods
Unit I Woven, printed, and embroidered textile designing for various end
uses like apparel, accessories and home furnishings, using various
repeat units & layouts -manual work 11
Unit II Western embroidery Bargello, Norwich 11
Unit III Ribbon embroidery, Bead work 11
Unit IV Cutwork, Mount mellick 12
*Journal/Portfolio Presentation
References:
Beginner’s guide to silk ribbon embroidery (1998).(1st Ed.). Kent: Search Press Ltd.
Cable, S. (1997). Silk ribbon embroidery .(1st Ed.). N.Y. The reader’s digest association,
Drawn thread embroidery , (1977) Anchor Embroidery Book No.650 Coats Sewing Group,
Glasgow.
Elders, K. (1998) Embroidery Projects Techniques: motifs , Quadrilla London: Publishing Ltd.
Embroidery and cross stitch (1983) for framing, Tokyo: Ondarisha publisher.
Embroidery and cross stitch . (1977). Australia: Craft World Books Pvt. Ltd.
Encyclopedia and embroidery (1984) London: Marshall Cavendish Books Ltd.,
Gostelow, M. (1977). Embroidery: Traditional designs, techniques and patterns from all over the
world . Londo n: Marshall Cavendish Books Ltd,
Griffiths, A. (1989). An introduction to embroidery , London: Apple Press.
Mellick&Trott.(2002). Beginner’s guide mount embroidery. Kent: Search Press Ltd.
Norden,Mary (1997), Decorative embroidery , New York: The Reader’s Digest Association Inc.
Ondari, Embroidery , Book 2 Japan: Olympus family club
Pauline,B. Encyclopedia of embroidery techniques by, Kent: Search Press Ltd.
Seaman, J. (1996). Fashion illustration - Basic techniques . B. T. Batsford.
Shenai, V. A. (1977). History of textile design . Bombay: Sevak.
Snook, B., (1972). The creative art of embroidery , Hamlyn: Publishing Grp. Ltd. London.
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Objectives:
1. To Familiarize students with special techniques of apparel making with knitted fabrics
2. To acquaint students with the art of handling different knitted fabrics and styles
3. To acquaint students with the techniques and skills of pattern making and stitching
References
Ajgaonkar, D. B. (1998). Knitting technology . Mumbai: Mumbai Universal.
Aldrich, W. (1994). CAD in clothing and textiles . (2nd Ed.) Oxford, Blackwell, Science.
Armstrong, H. (1986). Pattern making for fashion designing . New York: Harper Collins.
Armstrong, H. (1987). Pattern making for fashion designing . New York: Harper & Row . Course Code Title Periods/week /Batch Marks Credits
PSHSIIIP303 Women's Apparel Design and
Production (Knits) 4 50 2
Course Content Periods
Unit I Pattern Drafting
Introduction to the different types of fabrics: viz. warp and
weft knits. Calculations for Knits.
Child and adults basic block, dartless sloper and sleeves.
Displacements and concealments of darts.
15
Unit II Theme based designing, flat pattern construction and stitching of
knitted garments. (Total 1 garment)
T-shirt/Top
Following concepts and fundamentals may be included in
garments or as samples.
Concealments
Sleeves
Collars & Necklines
Pockets & Zip attachments (Invisible and with seam).
Plackets
15
Unit III Theme based designing, flat pattern construction and stitching of
knitted garments. (Total 1 garments)
Lingerie
Following concepts and fundamentals to be included in garments
or as samples.
Concealments
Sleeves
Collars & Necklines
Pockets & Zip attachments (Invisible and with seam).
Plackets
15
Unit IV Themed Garment (1)
Speed Test Garments (2) 15
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Armstrong, H. J. (2000). Draping for apparel design . New York: Fairchild.
Bradley, G. (1954). Costume design . (3rd Ed.) Searnton: International Textbook.
Carr, H. (1994). The technology of clothing manufacture . (2nd Ed.) Oxford: Blackwell
Scientific.
Dunn, L. (1970). Steps in clothing skills . Illinois: Chas A. Bennett.
Goulbourn, M. (1971). Introducing pattern cutting, grading and modeling . London: B. T.
Batsford.
Graff, J. L. (1976). Concepts in clothing . New York: McGraw Hill.
Kaiser, S. B. (1985). The social psychology of clothing . New York: Macmillan.
Kefgen, M. (1986). Individuality in clothing selection and appearance . (4th Ed.) New York:
Macmillan.
Liddell, L. A. (1981). Clothes and your appearance . Illinois: The Goodheart Will Cox.
Minott, J. (1978 ). Fitting commercial patterns . Minneapolis: Minnesota Burgess.
Spencer D. (1989). Knitting technology (2nd Ed.) Cambridge: Woodhead.
Stanley, H. (1977). Modeling and flat cutting for fashion . London: Hutchison.
Turnpenny, J. M. (1983). Fashion design and illustration11. Knitwear and jersey . London:
Century Hutchison.
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Internship Protocol
-Students are required to take up an internship/hands -on training for a minimum of 5 weeks
with 40 hours per week after Semester -II examinations (during summer break) on either of the
following textile/ fashion apparel related industries.
Government/ Pri vate Textile Testing and Research Laboratories
GO/NGO for Textile related activities
Textile Industry - Export or Domestic
Fashion Industry - Export or Domestic - Boutique or Fashion houses
Apparel Industry - Export or Domestic
Fashion Photography/ Fashion Journalism
Retail Industry
Textile Craft centers
Any other related Industries
- At the end of internship students are required to submit a soft copy and hard -bound report to
the college and have to make a presentation.
-Internship will be graded by the su pervisor at the place of internship on completion of the
internship.
- Alternatively, students can also take up an entrepreneurial activity of equal weightage as per
the discretion of the department (Subject to approval of the Department Head).
Course Code Title Duration Marks Credits
PSHSIII P304 Internship 40 hours
/week for 5
weeks 50 2
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Objectives
1. To provide students with an opportunity to conduct independent research in their
specialization under supervision.
2. To encourage students to work in conjunction with relevant industries, institutes,
hospitals, schools, etc.
3. To assist students in developing general research skills as well as research skills specific
to their
Specialization.
4. To encourage students to adopt best practices in research.
5. To facilitate students in accomplishing the beginning steps of the research process,
formulate and defend a research proposal, begin data collection, and write the first two
chapters of the dissertation (Introduction and Review of Literature; Method).
Course Content Periods
Unit
I Beginning Steps of the Research Process: I
Contacting and communicating with experts (locally, nationally, and
internationally)
initially and periodically throughout the research process; reading relevant
literature(e.g., scientifi c journals, dissertations, theses, books, literature on
the Net);
Selecting appropriate topics in one’s specialization; prioritizing these topics;
checking topics for feasibility. 36
UNIT
II Beginning Steps of the Research Process: II
Identifying possible focus areas with regard to one topic; specifying one
such focus area(using relevant reading and communication with experts);
writing research objectives/questions/ hypotheses; conducting a thorough
literature review; presenting a clea r and convincing argument in support of
the study; writing the first chapter of the dissertation, namely, the
Introduction and Review of Literature , with due acknowledgement of
source of ideas. 36
Unit
III Proposing Methods
Specifying variables; defining variables (citing relevant literature);
selecting an appropriate research design; making decisions related to
sampling; selecting and/or constructing tools, pilot -testing tools; making a
plan of analysis; writing the second c hapter of the dissertation, namely, the
Method , with due acknowledgement of source of ideas; orally defending a
research proposal; integrating feedback.
36
UNIT
IV Beginning Data Collection:
Obtaining consent from participants and relevant agencies/autho rities;
starting data collection; integrating changes if any; scheduling remaining 36 Course Code Title Periods/week /Batch Marks Credits
PSHSIIIP305 Research Dissertation 10 100 4
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data collection; starting data entry; revising the first two chapters of the
Dissertation.
References:
Bhattacharyya, G.K. & Johnson, R. A. (1977). Statistical concepts and methods. NY: John
Wiley.
Dwiwedi, R. S. (1997). Research methods in behavioral sciences. Delhi: Macmillan India.
Gravetter, F. J. &Waillnau, L. B. (2000). Statistics for the behavioral sciences. Belmont, CA:
Wadsworth/Thomson Lea rning.
Kerlinger, F. N. & Lee, H. B. (2000). Foundations of behavioral research. Orlando, Florida:
Harcourt.
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Sage
M.Sc. (Home Science)
Branch III : Textile & Fashion Technology
Semester IV
(Revised w.e.f. June 2017 onwards)
Course
Code Title Internal
Assessmen
t Marks Sem
end
Exami
nation
s Total
Marks Period
/
week /
Divisi
on/Bat
ch Credits
PSHSIII401 Trend Research Forecasting 40 60 100 4 4
PSHSIII402 Media & Communication for
Textile & Fashion 40 60 100 4 4
PSHSIII403 Intellectual Property Rights
for Textiles & Garments 40 60 100 4 4
PSHSIIIP40
1 Sustainable & Ethical Design
Development for Textiles &
Apparel _ 50 50 3 2
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PSHSIIIP40
2 Costume Designing, Styling
and Promotion for Media -
Cinema, Serials, Stage _ 50 50 3 2
PSHSIIIP40
3 Men's Apparel Design and
Production _ 50 50 4 2
PSHSIIIP40
4 Alternative Health Strategies
and Therapies _ 50 50 _ 2
PSHSIIIP40
5 Research Dissertation 50 50 100 10 4
170 430 600 31 24
*The candidate is required to submit the certificate of completing One Year Diploma course in:
“CAD, CAM and Computer Technologies in the Apparel Industry - Advanced” before
completion of M.Sc. (Home Science) course.
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Course
Code Title Periods /week /Division Marks Credits
PSHSIII401
Trend Research Forecasting
4 100 4
Objectives:
1. Understand fashion phenomena with fashion theories and frameworks.
2. Develop a holistic understanding of fashion, trends, and forecasting in a global setting.
3. Increase your abilities in applying principles and concepts to specific situations, building
analytical skills, and gaining experience in problem solving.
4. Apply to r eal-life business market or professional practices for each of the forecasting
disciplines
5. Effectively communicate your understanding of fashion trends in both visual and written
form.
Course Content Periods
Unit I Overview of trend forecasting tools
Macro and micro trend evaluation,
The fashion pyramid ,
Fashion cycle and process
Fashion Forecasting Process
Diffusion of Innovation,
Cultural Indicators.
11
Unit II Types of forecast
Color Forecasting
Textile Forecasting
Styling Forecasting
Sales Forecasting
Accessories forecasting
Fabric forecasting
11
Unit
III Influence of trend and culture
Contemporary Culture
Street Influence
Celebrity Culture
The new gatekeepers of fashion
Range building with trends
Trend prediction for a customer base
Fabric Fairs
Consumer Research
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Unit
IV Analyze trends and trend cycles to predict future trends
Associate historical costume with past and current trends
Perform market research for the development of trend
analysis
Defend trend predictions
Demonstrate knowledge of current designers and brands
Research current designers and brands
Develop a personal strategy for staying informed about the
apparel industry
Translate research into viable designs
Identify the target market and assess customer ne eds
• Research the target market for a design solution
• Define the psychographics and demographics of the target
customer
Communicate creative concepts effectively
• Communicate visually through roughs, boards, and
illustrations
• Communicate using industry standard terminology
• Utilize industry standard software to communicate a design
solution
Utilize the research process to recognize past and present
influences and forecast future influences
• Identify historical periods of clothing and describe their impact
on society
• Recognize current designers’ impact on the marketplace
• Apply past and present influences to extrapolate trends
Analyze and synthesize data, and draw conclusions
• Demonstrate creative thought process
• Compose data to support an alysis
• Present data to draw conclusion 12
References:
Brannon, E. L. (2005). Fashion Forecasting (3rd ed.). New York: Fairchild Publications.
Regan, C. L. (2008). Apparel Product Design & Merchandising Strategies. Upper Saddle
River, New Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall.
Hethorn, J., &Ulasewicz, C. (2008). Sustainable Fashion: Why Now? New York: Fairchild
Publications.
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Course
Code Title Periods/week/Division Marks Credits
PSHSIII402
Media & Communication for
Textile & Fashion
4
100
4
Objectives:
1. To acquaint students to various methods used in media and communication of Textiles
and Fashion.
2. To make them aware of the scope and challenges of each
Course Content Periods
Unit I a) Historical background , concept, nature, scope and
functions of Communication.
b) Elements of Communication and their characteristics
c) Principles of Communication
11
Unit II Types of Communication 11
Unit III Introduction to:
a) Fashion Journalism
b) Fashion Photography
c) Fashion Videography 11
UNIT IV History and role of:
Films
Theatres
Serials
Advertisements 12
References
Barker, L. (1978). “Communication”,New Jersey: Prentice Hall, Inc; 171.
Devito, J. (1998) Human Communication. New York: Harper & Row.
Gandhi, R.S. Mehta, Talele, A.B. ( 1992) De-centralized sector of the Indian textile industry .
NICTAS Publication
Sengupta, S. (1990) Brand positioning strategies for competitive advantage . Tata McGraw
Course
Code Title Periods/week/Division Marks Credits
PSHSIII403
Intellectual Property Rights for
Textiles & Garments 4 100 4
Objectives:
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1. To make students aware about the different Intellectual Property Rights for Textiles and
Garments.
2. To make students aware about the patents, copyright, trademarks, geographical
indication, industrial designs, unfair competition enforcement of Intellectual, property
rights and intellectual property.
3. To make the students aware about the importance of the above topics in the textile and
fashion industry.
.
Course Content
Unit I OVERVIEW OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Introduction and the need for intellectual property right (IPR)
IPR in India – Genesis and Development
IPR in abroad
Some important examples of IPR
PATENTS
Macro -economic impact of the patent system
Patent and kind of inventions protected by a patent
Patent document
How to protect your inventions?
Granting of patent
Rights of a patent
How extensive is patent protection?
Why protect inventions by patents?
Searching a patent
Drafting of a patent
Filing of a patent
The different layers of the international patent system
(national, regional and international options)
Utility models
Differences between a utility model and a patent?
Trade secrets and kn ow-how agreements. 11
Unit
II COPYRIGHT
What is copyright?
What is covered by copyright?
How long does copyright last?
Why protect copyright?
RELATED RIGHTS
What are related rights?
Distinction between related rights and copyright?
Rights covered by copyright.
TRADEMARKS
What is a trademark?
Rights of trademark? 11
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What kind of signs can be used as trademarks?
types of trademark
function does a trademark perform
How is a trademark protected?
How is a trademark registered?
How long is a registered trademark protected for?
How extensive is trademark protection?
What are well -known marks and how are they protected?
Domain name and how does it relate to trademarks?
Unit
III GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS
What is a geographical indication?
How is a geographical indication protected?
Why protect geographical indications?
INDUSTRIAL DESIGNS
What is an industrial design?
How can industrial designs be protected?
What kind of protection is provided by industrial designs?
How long does the protection last ?
Why protect industrial designs?
11
Unit
IV UNFAIR COMPETITION
What is unfair competition?
relationship between unfair competition and intellectual
Property laws?
ENFORCEMENT OF
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
Infringement of intellectual property rights
Enforcement Measures
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Overview of Biotechnology and Intellectual Property
Biotechnology Research and Intellectual Property Rights
Management
Licensing and Enforcing Intellectual Property
Commercializing Biotechnology Invention
Case st udies of Biotechnology
12
References:
P.N. Cheremisinoff, R.P. Ouellette and R.M. Bartholomew, Biotechnology Applicationsand
Research, Technomic Publishing Co., Inc. USA, 1985
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D. Balasubramaniam, C.F.A. Bryce, K. Dharmalingam, J. Green and K. Jayaraman ,Concepts
in Biotechnology, University Press (Orient Longman Ltd.), 2002
Bourgagaize, Jewell and Buiser, Biotechnology: Demystifying the Concepts,
WesleyLongman, USA, 2000.
AjitParulekar and Sarita D’ Souza, Indian Patents Law – Legal & BusinessImplication s;
Macmillan India ltd , 2006
B.L.Wadehra; Law Relating to Patents, Trade Marks, Copyright, Designs &Geographical
Indications; Universal law Publishing Pvt. Ltd., India 2000
P. Narayanan; Law of Copyright and Industrial Designs; Eastern law House, Delhi ,2 010.
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Objective s
1. To help student develop sustainable products
2. To make students aware of the importance of sustainable and ethical designs in textiles &
Apparel.
Course Content Periods
Unit I. Review of literature on sustainable products 11
Unit II Make 1 sustainable product – Apparel 11
Unit III Make 1 sustainable product – Home Furnishing . 11
Unit IV Make 1 sustainable product – Accessories 12
References:
SafiaMinney (author), Lucy siegle (foreword), Livia Firth (foreword), Naked fashion: the
new sustainable fashion revolution, published by: New international publication limited
(2011).
Kate Fletcher, Lynda Grose, Fashion and sustainability: design for change, Published by:
Laurence king publishing ltd. (2012).
Kate Fletcher , Sustainable Fashion and Textiles: Design Journeys, Published by: Routledge
(2014)
Course Code Title Periods/week/Batch Marks Credits
PSHSIIIP402 Costume Designing, Styling and
Promotion for Media - Cinema,
Serials, Stage 3 50 2
Objectives:
1. To introduce the discipline of costume design, including character/script analysis,
research, rendering, and production values. Course
Code Title Periods/week/Batch Marks Credits
PSHSIII401
Sustainable & Ethical Design
Development for Textiles & Apparel
3 50 2
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2. To become familiar with the fundamentals of costume design for TV/Film. They will
gain insight into the protocol an d expectations required to succeed in this fast paced
industry.
3. To touch on the multiple variations of production formats: Music Video, Tv: 4 camera
VS episodic, Film, Commercials, Styling VS Costume Design.
Course Content Periods
Unit I Create a plan for a character ( TV Serial ) incorporating
costume design, style, image and identity using visual and
written presentation.
[Names of everything each wears and describing the shape
(cut) and decoration ofgarments and accessories.]
Use design elements to de sign costumes and ways to style it,
which reflect characterization.
Lay out a well arranged costume plate with styling. (Draw
these on well -proportioned male and female figures)
11
Unit II Create a plan for a character ( Movie ) incorporating costume
design, style, image and identity using visual and written
presentation.
[Names of everything each wears and describing the shape
(cut) and decoration ofgarments and accessories.]
Use design elements to design costumes and ways to style it,
which reflect characterization.
Lay out a well arranged costume plate with styling. (Draw
these on well -proportioned male and female figures)
11
Unit III Create a plan for a character ( Stage Play/Drama )
incorporating costume design, style, image and identity using
visual and written presentation.
[Names of everything each wears and describing the shape
(cut) and decoration ofgarments and accessories.]
Use design elements to design costumes and ways to style it,
which reflect characterization.
Lay out a well arrange d costume plate with styling. (Draw
these on well -proportioned male and female figures)
11
Unit IV Use different combinations of promotional activities to
promote your costumes [Print Ad/ Video Ad/VM/Ramp
Show/Catalogue]
12
References
Swanson, K., and Everett, Judith (2007). Promotion in the Merchandising Environment.
(2nd). New York; Fairchild Publications.
Rosemary Ingham, Costume Designer’s Handbook: A Complete Guide for Amateur and
Professional Costume Designers, (2nded), Prentice Hall Inc. (198 3)
Deborah Nadoolman Landis, Costume Design, Focal Press (2012)
Kate Spade, Ruth A., Peltason , Style , Simon & Schuster (2004)
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Course Code Title Periods/week/Batch Marks Credits
PSHSIIIP403 Men's Apparel Design and
Production 4 50 2
Objectives:
1. To teach students how to read elaborate styles and patterns in men’s wear.
2. To equip students with the techniques of advanced pattern designing through flat
pattern construction in men’s wear.
3. To acquaint students with the techniques and skills of garment con struction
through flat pattern.
4. To make students competent to stitch garments with elaborate patterns in men’s
wear.
Course Content Periods
Unit I Basic Blocks: Adults bodice block and lower block for men 11
Unit II Upperwear:
One Indian Wear [Kurta] 11
Unit III Lowerwear:
One Indian Wear [Churidar] 11
Unit IV Jacket (one)
Indian/Western
12
References:
Pattern Making for Fashion design by Armstrong, Vikas Publishing House Pvt.Ltd.
Delhi.
Armstrong, H (2014) Ed. 5th, Pattern Making for Fashion Design . Delhi India: Dorling
Kindersley Private Limited,
Tailoring: The Classic Guide to Sewing the Perfect Jacket, Creative Publishing int'l
(2011)
McCall`s. (1964). Sewing in Colour . London: The Hamlyn Publishing Group Ltd.
Reader’s Digest, (1993). Step by Step Guide: Sewing and Knitting , Auckland: Reader’s
Digest.
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Objectives
1. To have students learn about alternative health strategies and therapies through
engagement in participatory workshops.
Units Contents Periods
Unit I Organising and participating in workshops that teach Eastern alternative
health strategies and therapies such as the following:
Yoga
Mindfulness and meditation
Ayurveda
Energy healing
Laughter therapy
Acupuncture / acupressure
Any other 15
Unit II Organising and participating in workshops that teach Western alternative
health strategies and therapies such as the following:
Music therapy
Dance therapy
Art-based therapy
Nature therapy
Hypnotherapy
NLP
Any other 15
At the end of term, students are required to submit a soft copy and hard -bound report to the
college which will be graded and a viva -voce will also be conducted
Note: Common paper with th e Department of Foods Nutition and Dietetics and Human
Development.
Course Code Title Periods/week/Batch Marks Credits
PSHSPIII404
Alternative Health
Strategies and Therapies 2 50 2
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Objectives:
1. To provide students with an opportunity to conduct independent research in their
specialization (i.e., Foods,
2. Nutrition and Dietetics; Human Development; and, Textile and Fashion Technology)
under supervision.
3. To encourage students to work in conjunction with relevant industries, institutes,
hospitals, schools, etc.
4. To assist students in developing general research skills as well as research skills specific
to their
specialization.
5. To encourage students to adopt best practices in research.
6. To facilitate students in completing data collection/data entry/data analysis, and writing
the remaining three chapters of the dissertation (Results, Discussion, Summary).
7. To support students to complete and submit the dissertation for the viva voce
examination, integrate
8. feedback, submit the final copy of the dissertation, and write a research paper using the
findings of their
research.
Course Content Periods
Unit I A. Completing Data Collection
B. Completing Data Entry and Preliminary Analyses
Entering all data; checking for data entry errors; running preliminary analyses. 36
Unit II C. Analyzing Data and Reporting Results
Analyzing data; interpreting findings; reporting results in figures/tables and text
using scientific protocol; writing the third chapter of the dissertation, namely,
the Results , by research objectives/ questions/hypotheses; orally presenting the
results and integrating feedback. 36
Unit
III A. Discussing Findings
Corroborating own findings with those in previous research and theory;
explaining findings using relevant literature and communication with ex perts;
discussing implications of findings for practice/ industry/family/society;
suggesting recommendations for future research; writing the fourth chapter of
the dissertation, namely, the Discussion , using appropriate scientific protocol
B. Summarizing F indings and Completing the Writing of the Dissertation
Writing the fifth chapter of the dissertation, namely, the Summary ; writing the
abstract; revising previous chapters as necessary; completing all other relevant
work for the dissertation (e.g., referen ce list, appendices, table of contents, and
list of figures/tables); submitting the dissertation for the viva voce examination. 36 Course Code Title Periods/week/Batch Marks Credits
PSHSIIIP405 Research Dissertation 10 100 4
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Unit
IV C. Submission and Oral Defense; Writing of the Research Paper
Orally defending the dissertation; integrating feedback into the final document;
submitting the completed dissertation (hard copy and soft copy).
Using the dissertation to write a research paper; submitting the research paper
(hard copy and softcopy)
Using the dissertation to write a research paper; su bmitting the research paper
(hard copy and soft copy)/ Present the findings at Avishkar/Indian Science
Congress or any other Conference 36
References:
Bhattacharyya, G.K. & Johnson, R. A. (1977). Statistical concepts and methods. NY: John
Wiley.
Dwiwedi , R. S. (1997). Research methods in behavioral sciences. Delhi: Macmillan India.
Gravetter, F. J. &Waillnau, L. B. (2000). Statistics for the behavioral sciences. Belmont, CA:
Wadsworth/Thomson Learning.
Kerlinger, F. N. & Lee, H. B. (2000). Foundations o f behavioral research. Orlando, Florida:
Harcourt.
Leong, F.T.L. & Austin, J. T. (Eds.) (1996). The psychology research handbook. New Delhi:
Sage.
Examination Scheme for MSc Home Science:
Part A: Theory Papers
All theory papers of 100 marks are to be evaluated in two parts.
INTERNALS : 40 marks . This comprises 30 marks for a project, 5 marks for class
participation, and 5 marks for the extent to which the student was a responsible learner. See
Table below:
One seminar presentation based on the curriculum in the college,
assessed by the teacher of the institution teaching PG learners /
Publication of a research paper/ Presentation of a research paper
in seminar or conference.
A. Selection of the topic, intr oduction, write up, references ‐ 15
marks.
B. Presentation with the use of ICT ‐ 15 marks.
Other exercises of equal weightage can also constitute the project: 30 Marks
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For example, conducting interviews or assessments based on the
topics in the curriculum; or refle ctive writing exercises on topics
relevant to the curriculum; or product designing.
Active participation in routine class instructional deliveries 05 Marks
Overall conduct as a responsible learner, communication and
leadership qualities in organizing related academic activities 05 Marks
SEMESTER -END EXAMINATION : 60 marks. The semester -end question paper is for 2 ½
hours. The semester -end examination ques tion paper has to be set with limited choice within
each set of questions.
For all four unit syllabi, the question paper must have five sets of questions of 12 marks each;
each of the five questions is compulsory, with options within each question:
Question 1, carrying 12 marks, has a set of sub -questions from Unit I.
Question 2, carrying 12 marks, has a set of sub -questions from Unit II.
Question 3, carrying 12 marks, has a set of sub -questions from Unit III.
Question 4, carrying 12 marks, has a set of sub -questions from Unit IV.
Question 5, carrying 12 marks, has a set of sub -questions from Units I, II, III, and IV.
Possible sub -questions for Questions 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 include the following formats:
Answe r any 2 sub -questions out of 3, or any 3 out of 5, or any 4 out of 6. (Format may
be modified for a lengthier statistics sum.)
Total Marks/
Duration Internal
Assessment Semester
End Exams Pattern
Theory Papers 100 marks/
2 and ½ hours 40 60 Q 1.(12 marks) - Unit 1
Q 2.(12 marks) - Unit 2
Q 3.(12 marks) - Unit 3
Q 4.(12 marks) - Unit 4
Q 5.(12 marks) - Units 1, 2, 3,
4, & 5
For all three unit syllabi, the question paper must have four sets of questions of 15 marks each;
each of the four question s is compulsory, with options within each question:
Question 1, carrying 15 marks, has a set of sub -questions from Unit I.
Question 2, carrying 15 marks, has a set of sub -questions from Unit II.
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Question 3, carrying 15 marks, has a set of sub -question s from Unit III.
Question 4, carrying 15 marks, has a set of sub -questions from Units I, II, & III.
Possible sub -questions include the following formats: Answer any 2 sub -questions out of
3, or any 3 out of 5, or any 5 out of 8. (Format may be modifie d for a lengthier statistics
sum.)
Total Marks/
Duration Internal
Assessment Semester End
Exams Pattern
Theory Papers 100 marks/
2 ½ hours 40 60 Q 1.(15 marks) - Unit 1
Q 2.(15 marks) - Unit 2
Q 3.(15 marks) - Unit 3
Q 4.(15 marks) - Units 1, 2
and 3
Part B: Practical Papers
Each Practical Paper of 50 marks will be evaluated in a semester -end examination of 50 marks.
There are no internal marks for these practical papers. The semester -end examination is of 3 1/2
hours.
Dissertation carries 100 marks in each of Semesters III and IV. Of these 100 marks, 50 marks
are to be scored by the guide (25 marks for process & 25 marks for the product), and 50 marks
by the referee(s) on the day of the viva -voce examination (25 marks for the written product & 25
marks for the viva).
Total Marks/
Duration Internal
Assessment Semester -End
Exams Pattern
Practical Paper 50 marks/
3 ½ hours - 50 -