BCT402 Fabric Technology-II Syllabus
AKTU B.Tech · 4th Semester · Unit-wise syllabus (effective 2023-24)
BCT402 Fabric Technology-II (also written as KCT402) is a subject in Semester 4 of the AKTU B.Tech programme, prescribed by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University. It carries 4 credits with an L-T-P of 3-1-0. The syllabus is divided into 5 units: Unit (1), Unit (2) and Tappet shedding, Unit (3), Unit (4), Unit (5). The complete unit-wise topic list, course outcomes and reference books are given below, taken from the official AKTU syllabus effective from 2023-24.
BCT402 Subject Details
| Subject Code | BCT402 / KCT402 |
|---|---|
| Subject Name | Fabric Technology-II |
| University | Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) |
| Course | B.Tech (Bachelor of Technology) |
| Year / Semester | 2nd Year · 4th Semester |
| Credits | 4 |
| L-T-P | 3-1-0 |
| Total Units | 5 |
| Scheme Effective From | 2023-24 |
| Last Verified | 2026-08-15 |
BCT402 Fabric Technology-II Unit-Wise Syllabus
Official AKTU syllabus (effective 2023-24) — 5 units.
Unit 1: Unit (1)
Unit (1): Total lectures required = 12 Types of shuttle looms; Hand loom and power loom of various types. Classification of various loom mechanism and their objects, Passage of the warp and weft on shuttle loom, Shuttle and pirn. Drive to various parts of Loom and production calculation.
Unit 2: Unit (2) · Tappet shedding
Unit (2): Total lectures required = 12 Types of shed and classification of shedding mechanism. Tappet shedding: Lift of tappet, drive to tappet shedding. Negative and Positive tappet shedding mechanism. Limitation of tappet shedding Dobby shedding: Negative and positive dobby, working principle of knife dobby, Rotary cam dobby; Dobby card cutting cross border dobby, electronic dobby.
Unit 3: Unit (3)
Unit (3): Total lectures required = 12 Mechanical jacquard - Classification Figuring capacity, Harness ties, designing and card cutting-lacing Fundamental jacquards: SLSC, DLSC & DLDC, working principle, drive to various parts, Timing diagram. Brief study of Other fancy jacquard- self twilling, cross border jacquard, Electrical and Electronic Jacquard
Unit 4: Unit (4)
Unit (4): Total lectures required = 12 Mechanism of over pick and under pick motion; drive & timing diagram, Multiple box motion. Warp protector mechanism Beat up mechanism: Sley beat up mechanism, sley eccentricity and its effect on fabric properties.
Unit 5: Unit (5)
Unit (5): Total lectures required = 12 Take up motion- 5 wheel & seven wheel intermittent take up mechanisms- timing and setting. Let off- negative, semi positive mechanical and electronic let off mechanisms- timing and setting Warp stop motion- mechanical & electrical type its setting Weft stop motion- side and center weft fork motion- its timing and setting. Selvedge motion and Temples.
BCT402 Course Outcomes
- Course Objectives:
- 1. To know about loom mechanisms.
- 2. To get an idea on dobby shedding mechanisms
- 3. To study on jacquard mechanism
- 4. To get knowledge on picking and beat up mechanism
- 5. To develop idea on take up and beat up mechanism.
BCT402 Reference Books
- Principles of weaving by Marks & Robinson
- Weaving mechanism Vol.1 &ll by N.N.Banarjee.
- Weaving calculation by R. Sen Gupta.
- Weaving Mechanism (Fox).
- Mechanism/Weaving machine (TALUKDAR)
Frequently Asked Questions about BCT402
What is the syllabus of BCT402 Fabric Technology-II?
The AKTU BCT402 Fabric Technology-II syllabus is divided into 5 units: Unit (1); Unit (2) and Tappet shedding; Unit (3); Unit (4); Unit (5). The complete topic list for each unit is published on this page, taken from the official Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University syllabus effective from 2023-24.
How many units are there in BCT402?
BCT402 Fabric Technology-II has 5 units in the AKTU syllabus, with an L-T-P (Lecture-Tutorial-Practical) structure of 3-1-0 and 4 credits.
Is BCT402 the same subject as KCT402?
Yes. AKTU renumbered its B.Tech subject codes from the 2022-23 session onwards, so the same subject appears as BCT402 and KCT402 depending on the scheme year. The syllabus content is the same.
Which semester is BCT402 taught in?
BCT402 Fabric Technology-II is taught in Semester 4 of the 2nd year of the AKTU B.Tech programme.
How many credits is BCT402 worth?
BCT402 Fabric Technology-II carries 4 credits in the AKTU evaluation scheme, with an L-T-P of 3-1-0.
Where can I download BCT402 previous year question papers?
AKTU B.Tech previous year question papers for every semester are available to download free on Ryzenstudy, with no login or registration required.
Is this the official AKTU syllabus for BCT402?
Yes. Every topic on this page is taken from the official Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University syllabus document (AKTU B.Tech 2nd Year Carpet and Textile Technology Syllabus), effective from 2023-24. A direct link to the original AKTU PDF is provided at the top of this page. Last verified on 2026-08-15.
Related AKTU Syllabus
Source: Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University official syllabus — AKTU B.Tech 2nd Year Carpet and Textile Technology Syllabus, effective from 2023-24. Ryzenstudy is not affiliated with AKTU. Content last verified on 2026-08-15.