Curriculum for Knitting Machine Operator

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Curriculum for Knitting Machine Operator

(Certificate Level - 6 months)

Code: VF51S004

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Contents

Overall objective of the course 3 Assessment 47 Competencies gained after completion for the course 3 Module 1: Operate Single Knit Machine 47

Knowledge proficiency detail 4 Module 2:Repair yarn related faults at single knit machine 51

Job Opportunities available immediately and in future 4 Module 3:Operate Circular Double Knit Machine 53

Entry Requirement 4 Module 4:Repair yarn related faults at Double Knit Machine 57

Minimum qualification of trainer 4 Module 5:Operate V-Bed Flat Knit Machine 59

Medium of instruction 5 Module 6:Repair yarn-related faults at V-Bed Flat Knit 63

Timeframe of assessment 5 Module 7:Check the faults in fabric 65

Curriculum for Knitting Machine Operator 6 Module 8:Develop professionalism 67

Module 1: Operate Single Knit Machine 13 Module 9: Observe occupational health and safety practices 68

Module 2:Repair yarn related faults at single knit machine 19 Module 10: Communicate with co-workers 69

Module 3:Operate Circular Double Knit Machine 21 Module 11: Work in a team 70

Module 4:Repair yarn related faults at Double Knit Machine 27 Module 12: Manage time 72

Module 5:Operate V-Bed Flat Knit Machine 29 List of Machinery/Equipment/Tools 73

Module 6:Repair yarn-related faults at V-Bed Flat Knit 35 List of Consumable Material 75

Module 7:Check the faults in fabric 37 Reference Material 76

Module 8:Develop professionalism 40

Module 9: Observe occupational health and safety practices 41

Module 10: Communicate with co-workers 42

Module 11: Work in a team 43

Module 12: Manage time 45

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Overall objective of the Course

The objectives of this course are to:

Acquire the operating skill and knowledge of Knitting Machine Operator for single knit, double knit and V-Bed flat machine, repair and maintenance of minor faults and remedies.

Qualitative production of fabric.

Produce skilled manpower for Hosiery Industry in the field of Industrial Knitting Machine Operator.

Improve the Level of skill of workers in industry and increase the economic potential of the country.

Provide industry with workers whose scope with job knowledge and skills are identified.

Assist in human resources development by providing precise and assessed country’s skilled manpower quantitatively as well as qualitatively.

Provide technical and vocational training basis which reflects the requirements of industry.

Competencies gained after completion of the course

At the end of the course, the trainee must be able to attain the following competencies.

1. Operate Single Knit Machine

2. Repair yarn-related faults at single knit machine

3. Operate Circular Double Knit Machine

4. Repair yarn-related faults at Circular Double Knit Machine

5. Operate V-Bed Flat Knit Machine

6. Repair yarn-related faults at V-Bed Flat Knit Machine

7. Checks the faults in fabric

8. Develop Professionalism

9. Observe Occupational Health and Safety Practices.

10. Communicate with Co-Workers.

11. Understanding of the work ethics.

12. Work in Team Effectively.

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Knowledge Proficiency Details

On successful completion of course, the trainees must have acquired the following knowledge & skills:

Market awareness

Quality Standards

Fabric knitting Structures

Concepts of time and motion study

Fabric structure graphs

Fabric order details

Concepts of Time and Motion Study

Job Opportunities available immediately and in future

After completion of the training, candidates can find the employment opportunities in the following disciplines.

Machine Operator

Sr. Operator

Supervisor

Assistant Knitting Master

Knitting Master Entry Requirement

Intermediate Minimum qualification of trainer

2- Years Certificate 3- Years Industrial cum training experience. 6 month Certificate in Industrial knitting machine operator Course.

OR

B.Sc. Textile Engineering 2- Year Industrial cum Training Experience

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Medium of Instruction

English/Urdu

Timeframe of assessment

Duration of Course Six Months Total Hours 800 hrs Per Week Hours 40 hrs Per Day Hours 07 hrs (Friday 05 hrs)

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Overview about the program – Curriculum for Knitting Machine Operator

Module Title & Aim

Learning units Theory Days/hours

Workplace Days/hours

Total Hours

Module 1:

Operate Single Knit

Machine

Aim:

This module develops

competency to operate

single knit machine

LU-1 Carry out minor maintenance, cleaning etc LU-2 Adjust parts of machine i.e. CAM & GSM LU-3 Yarns are creeled and ends joined LU-4 Yarns are run through correct yarn-paths at operating tensions LU-5 Operate knitting Machines. LU-6 Monitor production for faults, and variations LU-7 Monitor machine for continuous functioning of all systems LU-8 Remove production from machines LU-9 Document production LU-10 Lubricate machines LU-11 Clean yarn paths, eyelets, knitting heads LU-12 Clean working environment

20 140 160

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LU-13 Overhaul machine

Module 2:

Repair yarn related

faults at single knit

machine


competency to repair yarn

related faults at single knit

machine

LU-1 Fix press-offs of fabric LU-2 Rethread Incorrectly-positioned yarns LU-3 Join broken yarns or new ends LU-4 Reset machine for restart

10 45 55

Module 3:

Operate Circular Double

Knit Machine

Aim:


competency

LU-1 Carry out minor maintenance, cleaning etc LU-2 Adjust parts of machine LU-3 Yarns are creeled and ends joined LU-4 Yarns are run through correct yarn-paths at operating tensions LU-5 Operate knitting Machines. LU-6 Monitor production for faults, and variations LU-7 Monitor machine for continuous functioning of all systems LU-8 Remove production from machines LU-9 Document production LU-10 Lubricate machines

20 140 160

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LU-11 Clean yarn paths, eyelets, knitting heads LU-12 Clean working environment LU-13 Overhaul machine

Module 4:

Repair yarn related

faults at Circular

Double Knit Machine

Aim:



related faults at double

knit machine


10 40 50

Module 5:

Operate V-Bed Flat Knit

Machine

Aim:


competency to operate V-

Bed flat knit machine.

LU-1 Carry out minor maintenance, cleaning etc LU-2 Adjust parts of machine LU-3 Yarns are creeled and ends joined LU-4 Yarns are run through correct yarn-paths at operating tensions LU-5 Operate knitting Machines. LU-6 Monitor production for faults, and variations LU-7 Monitor machine for continuous functioning of all systems

20 140 160

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LU-8 Remove production from machines LU-9 Document production LU-10 Lubricate machines LU-11 Clean yarn paths, eyelets, knitting heads LU-12 Clean working environment LU-13 Overhaul machine

Module 6:

Repair yarn-related

faults at V-Bed Flat Knit

Machine

Aim:



related faults at V-Bed flat

knit machine.


10 40 50

Module 7:

Check the faults in

fabric

Aim:


competency to analyse

fabric structure faults.

LU-1 Check Knitting hole LU-2 Check yarn break LU-3 Check Needle Break

LU-4 Check needle line because of needle problem LU-5 Check Sinker Line Lu-6 Check oil line

5 45 50

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LU-7 Check stains on fabric

Module 8:

Develop

professionalism

Aim:


competency to work

professionally at

workplace

LU-1 Participate in Training

LU-2 Interact with colleagues

LU-3 Consult with experts

LU-4 Participate in skill test/ competition

10 10 20

Module 9:

Observe occupational

health and safety

practices

Aim:


competency to observer

and follow occupational

health and safety

practices

LU-1 Observe health, safety and security related procedures LU-2 Follow workplace health safety and security requirements LU-3 Follow planning , organizing and safe work techniques Identify and evaluate potential hazards LU-4 Deal with hazardous or emergency situations

15 10 25

Module 10:

Communicate with co-

workers

Aim:


competency to

communicate with co-

workers effectively

LU-1 Adopt effective Communication and behaviour with co-workers LU-2 Interpret work related instructions correctly LU-3 Produce reports and prepare work related documents in a proper for

10 10 20

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Module 11:

Work in a team

Aim:


competency to work in a

team

LU-1 Perform duties and responsibilities in a positive manner to promote cooperation and good relationship LU-2 Seek assistance from co-workers when difficulties arise and solve through discussion LU-3 Respect difference in personal beliefs and values during all activities and interactions LU-4 Contribute to group work activities LU-5 Share information related to group members LU-6 Provide support to achieve organizational goals

15 10 25

Module 12:

Manage time

Aim:


competency to manage

time effectively while

working in an

organization.

LU-1 Manage time to complete the assigned work within the stipulated time frame LU-2 Manage work load as required by the management LU-3 Prioritize tasks in accordance with the importance of the tasks LU-4 Meet the specified deadlines LU-5 Handle the co-workers using effective

15 10 25

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time management

Total Hours

160 640 800

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Industrial knitting Machine Mechanic Curriculum Contents

Module 1 Title: Operate single knit machine

Objective of the Module: To get understanding of operating single knit machine.

Duration: 150 hours Theory: 10 hours Practice: 140 hours

Learning Unit

Learning Outcome

Learning Elements

Duration (Hours)

Material Required

Learning Place

LU-1 Carry out minor maintenance, cleaning etc

Understand the minor/general cleaning and maintenance requirements of machine with cloth, brush etc. Able to clean and maintain the machine

Knowledge of maintenance and cleaning requirement of machine along with needed equipments

Ability for minor maintenance and cleaning of machine

12

Single knit machine Machine manual Needed tools Cleaning material

Workshop/workplace

LU-2 Adjust parts of machine i.e. CAM & GSM

Understand functions of parts i.e., CAM and GSM adjusters for required production. Able to adjust parts creel, IRO, needle, CAM, thread feed wheel, sinker etc

Knowledge of function of parts i.e. creel, IRO, needle, CAM, thread feed wheel, sinker etc

Ability to adjust parts i.e. creel, IRO, needle, CAM, thread feed wheel, sinker etc

12

Single knit machine Machine manual Needed tools

Workshop/workplace

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LU-3 Yarns are creeled and ends join

Understand the function and placement of thread in creels and technique of joining the thread ends Able to place the yarn in creel by joining the thread ends

Knowledge of the functions and placement of thread into creel by join the ends

Ability to place yarns creel and ends are joined.

12

Single knit machine Machine manual Needed tools Yarn

Workshop/workplace

LU-4 Yarns are run through correct yarn paths at operating tensions

Understand the yarn paths from bobbin to needles through arrow head and other yarn paths with correct tension Demonstrate correct yarn paths by passing through correct yarn paths from bobbin to needle with correct tension

Knowledge of correct yarn path from bobbin to needle through arrow heads with correct tension

Ability to feed correct yarn from with required tension.

12

Single knit machine Machine manual Needed tools Yarn

Workshop/workplace

LU-5 Operate knitting Machines.

Understand the machine on and off button by checking that all security doors are closed. Able to operate knit machine by closing the security doors

Knowledge of machine on off techniques by closing the security doors.

Ability to operate knitting machine by closing all security doors

12


Workshop/workplace

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LU-6 Monitor production for faults, and variations

Understand the production faults i.e. needle break, thread break, sinkers, feeders etc Demonstrate the monitoring of production for faults and record variation to match the quality requirement

Knowledge of the reasons of production faults i.e. needle break, yarn break, sinker, feeder etc

Ability to demonstrate monitoring of production for detection of faults and variation and their correction.

12

Single knit machine Machine manual Needed tools Register

Workshop/workplace

LU-7 Monitor machine for continuous functioning of all systems

Understand the importance of machine operations and make adjustments as needed Able to monitor the machine operation for quality oriented production

Knowledge of importance of machine operations and make adjustments to t the required quality of fabric

Ability to demonstrate the monitoring of machine for continues functioning of all systems

12


Workshop/workplace

LU-8 Remove production from machines

Understand that how to stop machine and remove the production from machine

Knowledge of how to stop machine to remove production of fabric in the

12

Single knit machine Machine manual Needed tools Rolls

Workshop/workplace

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Demonstrate to remove the production from machine

form of rolls.

Ability to demonstrate removal of production from machine as per the requirement.

LU-9 Document production

Understand the importance of recording the information for smooth production outputs Able to record information e.g. fabric weight , operator name, machine number, date , shift (A or B), customer name, on manual register as well as on computer

Knowledge of the process of recoding of production on manual register or in computer.

Abi.ity to demonstrate recording of production information i.e. fabric weight, operator name, machine number

12 Single knit machine Record register

Workshop/workplace

LU-10 Lubricate machine

Understand the lubrication requirement of machine by filling required quantity of oil in oil pipes of cylinder needles and sinkers. Able to lubricate machine by filling oiler by using air hoses, cleaning solution, rags etc

Knowledge of lubrication technique of machine by filling the oiler by using air hoses, cleaning solution , rag etc

Ability to demonstrate the machine lubrication for smooth running of

12

Single knit machine Machine manual Needed tools Machine oil

Workshop/workplace

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machine by checking oil cylinder oil pipes, sinkers oil pipes

LU-11 Clean yarn paths, eyelets, knitting heads

Understand the importance and techniques of cleaning of yarn paths, eyelets, knitting heads etc Demonstrate cleaning of machine parts i.e. yarn path , eyelets, knitting heads etc

Knowledge of importance of cleaning of machine parts i.e. yarn path, eyelets, knitting heads etc to get required quality production.

Ability to demonstrate the cleaning of machine parts i.e. yarn paths, eyelets, knitting heads etc.

12


Workshop/workplace

LU-12 Clean working environment

Understand the importance of cleaning of the work environment before and after the production Demonstrate the cleaning of work environment before and after the production

Knowledge of requirement of the clean work environment before and after the production for qualitative production

Ability to demonstrate the cleaning of work environment to get the required quality of production.

12


Workshop/workplace

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Understand the techniques of overhauling of machine after production with required tools and equipments. Be able to understand the Overhauling of the machine for uninterrupted and smooth production

Knowledge of the techniques of overhauling process of machine with the required equipment

Ability to demonstrate the overhauling of machine with needed tool and equipments

12


Workshop/workplace

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Module 2 Title: Repair yarn related faults at single knit machine

Objective of the Module: To understand yarn related faults during production at single knit machine.


Learning Unit

Learning Outcome

Learning Elements

Duration (Hours)

Material Required

Learning Place

LU-1 Fix press-offs of fabric

Understand the reason of press-offs of fabric Able to fix press-off offs of fabric by running the thread into the missing needles

Knowledge of reason of press-offs of fabric during the fabric manufacturing process

Ability to fix the press-offs of fabric by checking and rethreading the thread into the needles

13

Single knit machine Thread Needed tools

Workshop/workplace

LU-2 Rethread Incorrectly-positioned yarns

Understand the path of yarn starting from creel through arrow to needle. Able to rethread incorrectly positioned yarns from cone to needle

Knowledge of the correct path of yarn from thread cone to needle.

Ability to demonstrate rethreading of the incorrectly positioned yarn by identifying the problem and then its correction

13

Single knit machine yarn Needed tools

Workshop/workplace

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LU-3 Join broken yarns or new ends

Understand the reason of broken yarn and joining of running yarn or new yarn ends for production. Able to join the broken yarn as well as the news ends of yarn for continues production

Knowledge of the reasons of reason of broken yarn.

Ability to demonstrate joining of the yarn broken as well as new yarn

13

Single knit machine yarn Needed tools

Workshop/workplace

LU-4 Reset machine for restart

Understanding the importance of resetting of machine for new orders Able to understand the resetting of machine for production process of new orders

Knowledge of the importance of resetting of machine for new orders.

Ability to demonstrate the resetting of machine for new orders.

13

Single knit machine Yarn Needed tools Cleaning material

Workshop/workplace

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Module 3 Title: Operate Circular Double Knit Machine

Objective of the Module: To learn how to operate circular double knit machine


Learning Unit

Learning Outcome

Learning Elements

Duration (Hours)

Material Required

Learning Place




Ability to demonstrate minor maintenance and cleaning of machine

12

Circular Double Knit Machine Machine manual Needed tools Cleaning material

Workshop/workplace

LU-2 Adjust parts of machine

Understand functions of parts i.e., CAM and GSM adjusters for required production. Able to adjust parts creel, IRO, needle, CAM, thread feed wheel, sinker etc

Knowledge parts functions i.e. creel, IRO, needle, CAM, thread feed wheel, sinker etc

Ability to demonstrate adjustment of parts i.e. creel, IRO, needle, CAM, thread feed

12

Circular Double Knit Machine Machine manual Needed tools

Workshop/workplace

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wheel, sinker etc



Knowledge of the functions and placement of thread into creel by join the ends

Ability to demonstrate that yarns are creeled and ends are joined.

12

Circular Double Knit Machine Machine manual Needed tools Yarn

Workshop/workplace




Ability to demonstrate feeding of correct yarn from with required tension.

12

Circular Double Knit Machine Machine manual Needed tools Yarn

Workshop/workplace


Understand the machine on and off button by checking that all security doors are closed. Able to operate knit machine by closing the security doors

Knowledge of machine on off techniques by closing the security doors.

Operate knitting machine by

12


Workshop/workplace

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closing all security doors



Knowledge of reasons of production faults i.e. needle break, yarn break, sinker, feeder etc

Ability to demonstrate monitor of production for detection of faults and variation and their correction.

12

Circular Double Knit Machine Machine manual Needed tools Register

Workshop/workplace




Ability to demonstrate the monitoring of machine for continues functioning of all systems

12

Circular Double Knit Machine Machine manual Needed tools

Workshop/workplace

LU-8 Remove production from

Understand that how to stop machine and remove the production from machine

Knowledge of how to stop machine to remove production

12

Circular Double Knit Machine Machine manual

Workshop/workplace

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machines Demonstrate to remove the production from machine

of fabric in the form of rolls.


Needed tools Rolls



Knowledge of process of recoding of production on manual register or in computer.

Ability to demonstrate recording of production information i.e. fabric weight, operator name, machine number

12

Circular Double Knit Machine Record register

Workshop/workplace


Understand the lubrication requirement of machine by filling required quantity of oil in oil pipes of cylinder needles and sinkers. Able to lubricate machine by filling oiler by using air hoses, cleaning solution, rags etc

Knowledge of lubrication technique of machine by filling the oiler by using air hoses, cleaning solution , rag etc

Ability to demonstrate the machine lubrication for

12

Circular Double Knit Machine Machine manual Needed tools Machine oil

Workshop/workplace

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smooth running of machine by checking oil cylinder, oil pipes, sinker oil pipes etc.





12


Workshop/workplace



Knowledge of importance and requirement of the clean work environment before and after the production for qualitative production

Ability to demonstrate the cleaning of work environment to get

12


Workshop/workplace

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the required quality of production.



Knowledge of techniques of overhauling process of machine with the required equipment

Ability to demonstrate the overhauling of machine with needed tool and equipments

12


Workshop/workplace

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Module 4 Title: Repair yarn related faults at Circular Double Knit Machine

Objective of the Module: To get the knowledge of repairing yarn related faults at circular double knit machine


Learning Unit

Learning Outcome

Learning Elements

Duration (Hours)

Material Required

Learning Place


Understand the reason of press-offs of fabric Able to fix press-off offs of fabric by running the thread into the missing needles

Knowledge of reason of press-offs of fabric during the fabric manufacturing process

Ability to demonstrate to fix the press-offs of fabric by checking and rethreading the thread into the needles

13

Circular Double Knit Machine Thread Needed tools

Workshop/workplace


Understand the path of yarn starting from creel through IRO to needle. Able to rethread incorrectly positioned yarns from cone to needle


Ability to demonstrate rethreading of the incorrectly positioned yarn by identifying the problem and then its correction

13

Circular Double Knit Machine yarn Needed tools

Workshop/workplace

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Understand the reason of broken yarn and joining of running yarn or new yarn ends for production. Able to join the broken yarn as well as the new ends of yarn for continues production

Knowledge of reason of broken yarn.

Ability to demonstrate joining of the yarn broken as well as new

13

Circular Double Knit Machine yarn Needed tools

Workshop/workplace



Knowledge of importance of resetting of machine for new orders.


13

Circular Double Knit Machine Yarn Needed tools Cleaning material

Workshop/workplace

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Module 5 Title: Operate V-Bed Flat Knit machine

Objective of the Module: To get knowledge of operating V-Bed Flat Knit machine


Learning Unit

Learning Outcome

Learning Elements

Duration (Hours)

Material Required

Learning Place




Ability to demonstrate minor maintenance and cleaning of machine

12

V-Bed Flat Knit machine Machine manual Needed tools Cleaning material

Workshop/workplace

LU-2 Adjust parts of machine

Understand functions of parts i.e., CAM and GSM adjusters for required production. Able to adjust parts creel, IRO, needle, CAM, thread feed wheel, etc

Knowledge of function of parts i.e. creel, IRO, needle, CAM, thread feed wheel, sinker etc

Ability to Demonstrate adjustment of parts i.e. creel, arrow, needle,

12

V-Bed Flat Knit machine Machine manual Needed tools

Workshop/workplace

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CAM, thread feed wheel, sinker etc



Knowledge of functions and placement of thread into creel by join the ends

Ability to demonstrate that yarns are creeled and ends are joined.

12

V-Bed Flat Knit machine Machine manual Needed tools Yarn

Workshop/workplace




Ability to demonstrate feeding of correct yarn from with required tension.

12

V-Bed Flat Knit machine Machine manual Needed tools Yarn

Workshop/workplace


Understand the machine on and off button by checking that all security covers are closed. Able to operate knit machine by closing the security covers.

Knowledge of the machine on off techniques by closing the security covers.

Ability to Operate knitting machine

12


Workshop/workplace

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by closing all security covers.



Knowledge of reasons of production faults i.e. needle break, yarn break, feeder etc

Ability to Demonstrate monitor of production for detection of faults and variation and their correction.

12

V-Bed Flat Knit machine Machine manual Needed tools Register

Workshop/workplace




Ability to Demonstrate the monitoring of machine for continues functioning of all systems

12


Workshop/workplace

Knowledge of how to stop

12 V-Bed Flat Knit machine

Workshop/workplace

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LU-8 Remove production from machines

Understand that how to stop machine and remove the production from machine Demonstrate to remove the production from machine

machine to remove production of fabric.


Machine manual Needed tools Rolls



Knowledge of the process of recoding of production on manual register or in computer.

Ability to Demonstrate recording of production information i.e. fabric weight, operator name, machine number

12

V-Bed Flat Knit machine Record register

Workshop/workplace


Understand the lubrication requirement of machine by filling required quantity of oil. Able to lubricate machine by filling oil by using air hoses, cleaning solution, rags etc

Knowledge of lubrication technique of machine by filling the oil by using air hoses, cleaning solution , rag etc

Ability to demonstrate the

12

V-Bed Flat Knit machine Machine manual Needed tools Machine oil

Workshop/workplace

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machine lubrication for smooth running of machine by checking oil cylin etc.





12


Workshop/workplace



Knowledge of importance and requirement of the clean work environment before and after the production for qualitative production

Ability to demonstrate the cleaning of work environment to get

12


Workshop/workplace

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the required quality of production.



Knowledge of techniques of overhauling process of machine with the required equipment

Ability to Demonstrate the overhauling of machine with needed tool and equipments

12


Workshop/workplace

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Module 6 Title: Repair yarn related faults at V-Bed Flat Knit Machine

Objective of the Module: To get the knowledge repairing yarn related faults at V-Bed Flat Knit Machine


Learning Unit

Learning Outcome

Learning Elements

Duration (Hours)

Material Required

Learning Place


Understand the reason of press-offs of fabric Able to fix press-off of fabric by running the thread into the missing needles

Knowledge of the reason of press-offs of fabric during the fabric manufacturing process

Ability to Demonstrate to fix the press-offs of fabric by checking and rethreading the thread into the needles

13

V-Bed Flat Knit machine Thread Needed tools

Workshop/workplace


Understand the path of yarn starting from creel through IRO to needle. Able to rethread incorrectly positioned yarns from cone to needle


Ability to Demonstrate rethreading of the incorrectly positioned yarn by identifying the problem and then

13

V-Bed Flat Knit machine yarn Needed tools

Workshop/workplace

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its correction


Understand the reason of broken yarn and joining of running yarn or new yarn ends for production. Able to join the broken yarn as well as the news ends of yarn for continues production

Knowledge of the reasons of broken yarn.

Ability to Demonstrate joining of the yarn broken as well as new

13

V-Bed Flat Knit machine yarn Needed tools

Workshop/workplace



Knowledge of the importance of resetting of machine for new orders.


13

V-Bed Flat Knit machine Yarn Needed tools Cleaning material

Workshop/workplace

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Module 7 Title: Check the faults in fabric

Objective of the Module: To get the knowledge of analyzing fabric structure


Learning Unit

Learning Outcome

Learning Elements

Duration (Hours)

Material Required

Learning Place

LU-1 Check Knitting hole

Understand the causes of knitting hole in fabric Able to check and the knitting holes and its rectification

Knowledge of the causes of knitting hole in fabric

Ability to Demonstrate the checking of knitting hole and its rectification

7 Fabric Needed tool

Workshop/workplace

LU-2 Check yarn break

Understand the causes the yarn break because of needle, tight thread or any other reason. Able to check the yarn break problem its impact on fabric and its rectification

Knowledge of the causes of yarn break i.e. needle problem, thread tightness or looseness or nay other cause.

Ability to Demonstrate the checking of yarn break and its rectification for smooth production


Workshop/workplace

LU-3 Check Needle

Understand the causes of needle break and its

Knowledge of the 7

Fabric Needles

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Break replacement Able to replace the needle if required

causes of needle break and its replacement

Ability to Demonstrating checking of needle break and its replacement procedure.

Needed tool

LU-4

Check needle line because of needle problem

Understand the reason of needle line because of needle problem Demonstrate checking of the needle line by analyzing the needle problem

Knowledge of checking of the needle line because of needle problem.

Ability to demonstrate the checking of the needle line because of the needle problem.


LU-5 Check Collar Size

Understand to check the collar size and its impact after finishing. Able to check and rectify the problem

Knowledge of the checking of the collar size.

Ability to Demonstrate checking and rectification of the problem.

7 Collar Needed tool

Lu-6 Understand the reason of the oil line of fabric i.e. any

Knowledge of the 7

Fabric

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Check oil line leakage of oil Able to check and correct the oil line problem

reason of oil line of fabric and highlight any leakage spot

Ability to Demonstrate checking of the oil line and its correction by stopping the leakage

Needed tool

LU-7 Check stains on fabric

Understand the reason of the oil stain on fabric Able to understand the oil stain problem and its solution

Knowledge of the checking of the oil stain on fabric and its solution

Ability to Demonstrate the checking and identifying the oil stain and its corrective solution

7 Fabric Needed Perclon Needed tool

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Module 8 Title: Develop professionalism

Objective of the Module: To be able to adopt professional approach while working in a factory


Learning Unit

Learning Outcome

Learning Elements

Duration (Hours)

Material Required

Learning Place

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LU-1 Participate in Training

Understand the importance of training Able and motivated to participate in training

Explain importance and advantages of getting technical and professional trainings

5

Handouts

Case studies

Role play script

Activity sheets

Classroom

LU-2 Interact with colleagues

Understand the social norms in a factory Able to interact with colleagues effectively and constructively

Explain and demonstrate effective communication skills and interaction with colleagues

5 Classroom

LU-3 Consult with experts

Able to take guidance from experts / seniors

Explain how to take guidance from experts/seniors

5 Classroom

LU-4 Participate in skill test/ competition

Understand the importance of the skill test for future growth/career Able to participate in skill test/ competition

Explain the importance of evaluation by skill test/competition for further training and development

5 Classroom

Module 9 Title: Observe occupational health and safety practices

Objective of the Module: To be able to adopt occupational health and safety practices


Learning Unit

Learning Outcome

Learning Elements

Duration (Hours)

Material Required

Learning Place

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LU-1 Observe health, safety and security related procedures

Understand and apply the principles of occupational health and safety practices in a company

Explain and demonstrate occupation, health and safety practices working at a station

6.25

Handouts

Case studies

Role play script

Activity sheets

Classroom

LU-2 Follow workplace health safety and security requirements

Recognize and explain workplace health safety and security requirements

Explain and demonstrate workplace health, safety and security requirement

6.25 Classroom

LU-3 Follow planning , organizing and safe work techniques Identify and evaluate potential hazards

Understand planning and organizing the safe work techniques

Explain about safe work techniques

6.25 Classroom

LU-4 Deal with hazardous or emergency situations

Able to deal with the hazardous or emergency situations when arise

Demonstrate to deal with the hazardous or emergency situations

6.25 Classroom

Module 10 Title: Communicate with co-workers

Objective of the Module: To be able to communicate with co-workers effectively


Learning Unit

Learning Outcome

Learning Elements

Duration (Hours)

Material Required

Learning Place

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LU-1 Adopt effective Communication and behaviour with co-workers

Understand the concept of effective communication and conducive behavior with co-workers

Explain about communication channels and its importance for conducive behavior with co-workers

6.66

Handouts

Case studies

Role play script

Activity sheets

Classroom

LU-2 Interpret work related instructions correctly

Understand and interpret work related instructions accurately as required

Explain work related instruction correctly

6.66 Classroom

LU-3

Produce reports and prepare work related documents in a proper form

Able to produce reports and required work related documents as per requirement

Explain report writing skills as per requirements

6.66 Classroom

Module 11 Title: Work in a team

Objective of the Module: To be able to work in a team


Learning Unit

Learning Outcome

Learning Elements

Duration (Hours)

Material Required

Learning Place

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LU-1 Perform duties and responsibilities in a positive manner to promote cooperation and good relationship

Understand the job duties and responsibilities so as to cooperate with co-workers effectively

Explain job description form and its link with co-workers for good relationship.

4.16

Handouts

Case studies

Role play script

Activity sheets

Classroom

LU-2 Seek assistance from co-workers when difficulties arise and solve through discussion

Understand the problem solving and conflict resolution techniques Able to seek assistance from peers in difficulties for their solution

Explain problem solving and conflict resolution techniques

4.16 Classroom

LU-3 Respect difference in personal beliefs and values during all activities and interactions

Understand the ethical and cultural norms with in a factory Able to respect beliefs and values of co-workers which working

Explain about ethical standards and social norms which working in a factory

4.16 Classroom

LU-4 Contribute to group work activities

Able to understand the concept of team work Able to contribute in group work activities

Explain benefits of team work and its application with in factory

4.16 Classroom

LU-5 Share information related to group members

Able to share correct information while working with group members

Explain importance of sharing of information and disadvantages of incorrect information

4.16 Classroom

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LU-6 Provide support to achieve organizational goals

Be able to support the organizational objectives for better results

Explain responsibilities to support organizational objectives for better results.

4.16 Classroom

Module 12 Title: Manage time

Objective of the Module: To be able to manage time effectively


Learning Unit

Learning Outcome

Learning Elements

Duration (Hours)

Material Required

Learning Place

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LU-1 Manage time to complete the assigned work within the stipulated time frame

Able to understand self management and time management skills Able to management time as per the requirement

Explain time management and self management skills

5

Handouts

Case studies

Role play script

Activity sheets

Classroom

LU-2 Manage work load as required by the management

Able to understand the work load management techniques as per the requirement

Explain work load management techniques

5 Classroom

LU-3 Prioritize tasks in accordance with the importance of the tasks

Able to prioritize the task i.e. high, medium and low priority tasks.

Explain importance and methods of task prioritization at work place

5 Classroom

LU-4 Meet the specified deadlines

Able to meet the required and specified deadlines of a task

Explain how to meet the required and specified deadline of a task

5 Classroom

LU-5 Handle the co-workers using effective time management

Able to handle co-workers by unsung effective time management techniques

Explain how to handle co-workers with effective time management for better coordination and productivity

5 Classroom

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Industrial knitting Machine Operator Curriculum Assessment

Module 1 Title: Operate single knit machine

Objective of the Module: To get understanding of operating single knit machine.

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Learning Unit

Theory Days/hours


Recommended Formative Assessment Recommended Methodology

Scheduled Dates

M1-LU-1 Carry out minor maintenance, cleaning etc

10 hours

140 hours

Trainee will:

Explain maintenance and cleaning requirement of machine along with needed equipments

Demonstrate minor maintenance and cleaning of machine

Oral

Practical/ Demonstration

MCQs

Written test

At the end of module

M1-LU-2 Adjust parts of machine i.e. CAM & GSM

Trainee will:

Explain function of parts i.e. creel, IRO, needle, CAM, thread feed wheel, sinker etc

Demonstrate adjustment of parts i.e. creel, IRO, needle, CAM, thread feed wheel, sinker etc

M1-LU-3 Yarns are creeled and ends join

Trainee will:

Explain the functions and placement of thread into creel by join the ends

Demonstrate that yarns are creeled and ends are joined.

M1-LU-4 Yarns are run through correct yarn paths at operating tensions

Trainee will:

Explain correct yarn path from bobbin to needle through arrow heads with correct tension

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Demonstrate feeding of correct yarn from with required tension.

M1-LU-5 Operate knitting Machines.

Trainee will:

Explain the machine on off techniques by closing the frame doors.

Operate knitting machine by closing all frame doors

M1-LU-6 Monitor production for faults, and variations

Trainee will:

Explain the reasons of production faults i.e. needle break, yarn break, sinker, feeder etc

Demonstrate monitor of production for detection of faults and variation and their correction.

M1-LU-7 Monitor machine for continuous functioning of all systems

Trainee will:

Explain the importance of machine operations and make adjustments to t the required quality of fabric

Demonstrate the monitoring of machine for continues functioning of all systems

M1-LU-8 Remove production from machines

Trainee will:

Explain that how to stop machine to remove production of fabric in the

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form of rolls.

Demonstrate removal of production from machine as per the requirement.

M1-LU-9 Document production

Trainee will:

Explain the process of recoding of production on manual register or in computer.

Demonstrate recording of production information

M1-LU-10 Lubricate machine

Trainee will:

Explain the lubrication technique of machine by filling the oil cylinder by using air hoses, cleaning solution , rag etc

Demonstrate the machine lubrication for smooth running of machine by checking oil cylinder, oil pipes, sinker pressure etc.

M1-LU-11 Clean yarn paths, eyelets, knitting heads

Trainee will:

Explain importance of cleaning of machine parts i.e. yarn path, eyelets, knitting heads etc to get required quality production.

Demonstrate the cleaning of machine parts i.e. yarn paths, eyelets, knitting heads etc.

M1-LU-12

Trainee will:

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Clean working environment

Explain the importance and requirement of the clean work environment before and after the production for qualitative production

Demonstrate the cleaning of work environment to get the required quality of production.

M1-LU-13 Overhaul machine

Trainee will:

Explain the techniques of overhauling process of machine with the required equipment

Demonstrate the overhauling of machine with needed tool and equipments

Module 2 Title: Repair yarn related faults at single knit machine

Objective of the Module: To understand yarn related faults during production at single knit machine.


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Learning Unit

Theory Days/hours



Scheduled Dates

M2-LU-1 Repair yarn related faults

5 hours

45 hours

Trainee will:

Explain the reason of press-offs of fabric during the fabric manufacturing process

Demonstrate to fix the press-offs of fabric by checking and rethreading the thread into the needles

Oral


MCQs

Written test


M2-LU-2 Rethread Incorrectly-positioned yarns

Trainee will:

Explain the correct path of yarn from thread cone to needle.

Demonstrate rethreading of the incorrectly positioned yarn by identifying the problem and then its correction

M2-LU-3 Join broken yarns or new ends

Trainee will:

Explain the reason of broken yarn.

Demonstrate joining of the yarn broken as well as new

M2-LU-4 Fix press-offs of fabric

Trainee will:

Explain the importance of resetting of machine for new orders.

Demonstrate the resetting of machine for new orders.

M2-LU-5 Reset machine

Trainee will:

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for restart



Module 3 Title: Operate Circular Double Knit Machine

Objective of the Module: To learn how to operate circular double knit machine


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Learning Unit

Theory Days/hours



Scheduled Dates


10 hours

140 hours

Trainee will:



Oral


MCQs

Written test


M3-LU-2 Adjust parts of machine

Trainee will:

Explain function of parts i.e. creel, arrow, needle, CAM, thread feed wheel, sinker etc

Demonstrate adjustment of parts i.e. creel, arrow, needle, CAM, thread feed wheel, sinker etc


Trainee will:




Trainee will:



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Trainee will:

Explain the machine on off techniques by closing the frame doors.

Operate knitting machine by closing all frame doors


Trainee will:

Explain the reasons of production faults i.e. needle break, yarn break, sinker, feeder etc



Trainee will:

Explain the importance of machine operations and make adjustments to t the required quality of fabric



Trainee will:

Explain that how to stop machine to remove production of fabric in the form of rolls.

Demonstrate removal of production from machine as per the

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requirement.


Trainee will:




Trainee will:




Trainee will:



M3-LU-12 Clean working environment

Trainee will:

Explain the importance and requirement of the clean work environment before and after the

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production for qualitative production



Trainee will:



Module 4 Title: Repair yarn related faults at Circular Double Knit Machine

Objective of the Module: To get the knowledge of repairing yarn related faults at circular double knit machine


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Learning Unit

Theory Days/hours



Scheduled Dates


5 hours

45 hours

Trainee will:



Oral


MCQs

Written test



Trainee will:




Trainee will:




Trainee will:



M4-LU-5

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Reset machine for restart

Trainee will:



Module 5 Title: Operate V-Bed Flat Knit machine

Objective of the Module: To get knowledge of operating V-Bed Flat Knit machine


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Learning Unit

Theory Days/hours


Recommended Formative Assessment

Recommended Methodology

Scheduled Dates


3 hours

47 hours

Trainee will:



Oral


MCQs

Written test


M5-LU-2 Adjust parts of machine

Trainee will:

Explain function of parts i.e. creel, IRO, needle, CAM, thread feed wheel, etc

Demonstrate adjustment of parts i.e. creel, IRO, needle, CAM, thread feed wheel, etc


Trainee will:




Trainee will:



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Trainee will:

Explain the machine on off techniques by closing the security covers.

Operate knitting machine by closing all security covers


Trainee will:

Explain the reasons of production faults i.e. needle break, yarn break, feeder etc



Trainee will:

Explain the importance of machine operations and make adjustments to the required quality of fabric



Trainee will:

Explain that how to stop machine to remove production of fabric in the form of rolls.

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Demonstrate removal of production from machine as per the requirement.


Trainee will:




Trainee will:




Trainee will:



M5-LU-12 Clean working environment

Trainee will:

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Explain the importance and requirement of the clean work environment before and after the production for qualitative production



Trainee will:



Module 6 Title: Repair yarn related faults at V-Bed Flat Knit Machine

Objective of the Module: To get the knowledge repairing yarn related faults at V-Bed Flat Knit Machine


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Learning Unit

Theory Days/hours



Scheduled Dates


5 hours

45 hours

Trainee will:



Oral


MCQs

Written test



Trainee will:




Trainee will:




Trainee will:



M6-LU-5

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Reset machine for restart

Trainee will:



Module 7 Title: Check the faults in fabric

Objective of the Module: To get the knowledge of analyzing fabric structure


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Learning Unit

Theory Days/hours



Scheduled Dates

M7-LU-1 Check Knitting hole

5 hours

45 hours

Trainee will:

Explain the causes of knitting hole in fabric

Demonstrate the checking of knitting hole and its rectification

Oral

Practical/

Demonstration

MCQs

Written test


M7-LU-2 Check yarn break

Trainee will:

Explain the causes of yarn break i.e. needle problem, thread tightness or looseness or nay other cause.

Demonstrate the checking of yarn break and its rectification for smooth production

M7-LU-3 Check Needle Break

Trainee will:

Explain the causes of needle break and its replacement

Demonstrating checking of needle break and its replacement procedure.

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M7-LU-4

Check needle line because of needle problem

Trainee will:

Explain checking of the needle line because of needle problem.

Demonstrate the checking of the needle line because of the needle problem.

M7-LU-5 Check Collar Size

Trainee will:

Explain the checking of the collar size.

Demonstrate checking and rectification of the size problem.

M7-Lu-6 Check oil line

Trainee will:

Explain the reason of oil line of fabric and highlight any leakage spot

Demonstrate checking of the oil line and its correction by stopping the leakage

M7-LU-7 Check stains on fabric

Trainee will:

Explain the checking of the oil stain on fabric and its solution

Demonstrate the checking and identifying the oil stain and its corrective solution

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Module 8 Title: Develop professionalism

Objective of the Module: To be able to adopt professional approach while working in a factory


Learning Unit

Theory Days/hours



Scheduled Dates

M8-LU-1 Participate in Training

15 hours

15 hours

Trainee will:

Explain importance and advantages of getting technical and professional trainings

Oral


MCQs

Written test


M8-LU-2

Interact with colleagues

Trainee will:

Explain and demonstrate effective communication skills and interaction with colleagues

M8-LU-3 Consult with experts

Trainee will:

Explain how to take guidance from experts/seniors

M8-LU-4 Participate in skill test/ competition

Trainee will:

Explain the importance of evaluation by skill test/competition for further training and development

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Module 9 Title: Observe occupational health and safety practices

Objective of the Module: To be able to adopt occupational health and safety practices


Learning Unit

Theory Days/hours



Scheduled Dates

M9-LU-1 Observe health, safety and security related procedures

15 hours

15 hours

Trainee will:

Explain and demonstrate occupation, health and safety practices working at a station

Oral


MCQs

Written test


M9-LU-2 Follow workplace health safety and security requirements

Trainee will:

Explain and demonstrate workplace health, safety and security requirement

M9-LU-3 Follow planning , organizing and safe work techniques Identify and evaluate potential hazards

Trainee will:

Explain about safe work techniques

Explain types of hazards on workstation and with in factory i.e. i.e. fire, back joint and neck damage, cutting hazards etc

M9-LU-4 Deal with hazardous or emergency situations

Trainee will:


M9-LU-1 Observe health, safety and security related procedures


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Module 10 Title: Communicate with co-workers

Objective of the Module: To be able to communicate with co-workers effectively


Learning Unit

Theory Days/hours



Scheduled Dates

M10-LU-1 Adopt effective Communication and behaviour with co-workers

15 hours

15 hours

Trainee will:

Explain about communication channels and its importance for conducive behavior with co-workers

Oral


MCQs

Written test


M10-LU-2 Interpret work related instructions correctly

Trainee will:

Explain work related instruction correctly

M10-LU-3

Produce reports and prepare work related documents in a proper form

Trainee will:

Explain report writing skills as per requirements

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Module 11 Title: Work in a team

Objective of the Module: To be able to work in a team


Learning Unit

Theory Days/hours



Scheduled Dates

M11-LU-1 Perform duties and responsibilities in a positive manner to promote cooperation and good relationship

15 hours

15 hours

Trainee will:

Explain job description form and its link with co-workers for good relationship.

Oral


MCQs

Written test


M11-LU-2 Seek assistance from co-workers when difficulties arise and solve through discussion

Trainee will:

Explain problem solving and conflict resolution techniques

M11-LU-3 Respect difference in personal beliefs and values during all activities and interactions

Trainee will:

Explain about ethical standards and social norms while working in a factory

M11-LU-4 Contribute to group work activities

Trainee will:

Explain benefits of team work and its application with in factory

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M11-LU-5 Share information related to group members

Trainee will:

Explain importance of sharing of information and disadvantages of incorrect information

M11-LU-6 Provide support to achieve organizational goals

Trainee will:

Explain responsibilities to support organizational objectives for better results.

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Module 12 Title: Manage time

Objective of the Module: To be able to manage time effectively


Learning Unit

Theory Days/hours



Scheduled Dates

M12-LU-1 Manage time to complete the assigned work within the stipulated time frame

15 hours

15 hours

Trainee will:

Explain time management and self management skills

Oral


MCQs

Written test


M12-LU-2 Manage work load as required by the management

Trainee will:

Explain work load management techniques

M12-LU-3 Prioritize tasks in accordance with the importance of the tasks

Trainee will:

Explain importance and methods of task prioritization at work place

M12-LU-4 Meet the specified deadlines

Trainee will:

Explain how to meet the required and specified deadline of a task

M12-LU-5 Handle the co-workers using effective time management

Trainee will:

Explain how to handle co-workers with effective time management for better coordination and productivity

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List of Machinery/Equipment/Tools

(For a Class of 25 Students)

NAME OF TRADE Knitting Machine Operator

Duration of Course 6 Months

Sr.No Nomenclature of Equipment/Tools Quantity

1 Single Knit Machine 3

2 Circular Double Knit Machine 3

3 V-Bed Flat Knit Machine 3

4

Tools and equipments Machine tool kit (set) Tool kit includes:

Screw Driver, Different Numbers / Sizes

Pliers

Iron Hammer

L-Key different numbers / sizes

Foil

Pana set

15

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Iron hammer

Brush

Nose plier

Cutter plier

5 White board/Marker board 01

6 Cylinder balance meter 1

7 Tension meter 1

8 GSM Cutter 1

9 GSM Scale 1

10 Chairs 25

11 Teacher Table 01

12 Teacher Chair 01

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List of Consumable Materials

(For a Class of 25 Students)

Sr. No Name of Material/Items Quantity/Student For 25 students

1 Thread for single knit machine ----- 60 bags

(Per bag 24 cones)

2 Thread for circular double knit machine ----- 60 bags

(Per bag 24 cones)

3 Thread for V-Bed Flat machine ----- 50 cones

4 Gear Oil ----- 20 liter

5 White Oil ----- 20 liter

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Reference Material

1. Kitting Machine Operator Manual

2. Handouts for Occupational Health and Safety Standards, Communication Skill, Team work, professionalism and

time management.

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SCHEME OF STUDIES

Knitting Machine Operator

Sr #

Modules Theory Hours

Practical Hours

Total Hours

1 Module 1 20 140 160

2 Module 2 10 45 55

3 Module 3 20 140 160

4 Module 4 10 40 50

5 Module 5 20 140 160

6 Module 6 10 40 50

7 Module 7 5 45 50

8 Module 8 10 10 20

9 Module 9 15 10 25

10 Module 10 10 10 20

11 Module 11 15 10 25

12 Module 12 15 10 25

TOTAL HOURS 160 640 800

Documents

Curriculum for Knitting Machine Operator