cameroon gce A level 2024 textile technology and equipment 3

cameroon gce A level 2024 textile technology and equipment 3

cameroon gce A level 2024 textile tecology and equipment 3

In connection with the cleaning and care of articles made of textile fabrics, the removal of stains is also a very
important aspect in the life span of an article. The laundries and dry–cleaning experts are spending more time in
looking for tire best scientific methods for removing stairs from all kinds of fabrics.

a. Define the following:hn

i) Stains
ii) Stain removal
b. Stains are broadly classified into two (2) types. Cite them and explain each one
c. Suggest effective stages for stain removal.
d Amongst the many stains, there arc stains that need unique treatment. Outline the procedure to remove,
each of the following stains:
i) Chewing gum stain
ii) Mildew stain
iii) Rust stain
iv) Urine stain.

Printing and finishing of textiles are two very important processes which add value to the fabric.
Your family is planning to celebrate the life of your grandparents who will clock 90 years of age on the 25th of
December. They solicit your expertise to print a logo on T–shirts for the celebration.

i. ii. iii.

Define printing Cite five (5) types of printing Explain each

iv. State five (5) printing methods
v. Write short notes on each of the printing methods you have chosen
(5 marks)
vi. Identify and explain the method of printing you will use on the t–shirt.
vii. Name the tools/equipment needed to execute this task

In mass production of garments, we focus on machine sewing.
a. Cite five (5) sewing machine bed and stitch type.
b. Sewing machines are classified according to machine types and applications. Complete the table below:

The conversion of hides to leather is one of the oldest human activities. Hides cannot be utilized in their raw
state because they decompose quickly and become hard and tristtle when dried. Therefore it was necessary to
develop tanning materials and processes to preserve the hides.
a. Define leather.
There are three (3) stages in leather production.
Preparation or beam house
– Tanning
Finishing
i. Write short notes on each of the production stages
b. In point form, explain the stages to follow when cleaning a bag made of leather.