CERTIFICATE IN >PATTERN MAKING AND GARMENT CONSTRUCTION (CORE) A course that teaches the traditional and industrial methods of pattern making and sewing. The course is beneficial to anyone wanting to be a dressmaker, pattern maker, sample hand, machinist or fashion designer. Subject titles: Construction of master patterns and samples > Basic construction and sewing skills > Proficient handling of industrial sewing machines > Pressing techniques > Formation of reference manual of all pattern > blocks studied Learning: The course is industry specific > Assessment: Assessment requires completion of all assignments, set tasks and projects. Assessment will also be based on pattern block formation, ability to use an industrial machine and sewing capabilities. In order to develop knowledge and skills to successfully complete the course, students are required to be punctual and encouraged to attend all classes. Prerequisites: None Practical based course > Research Equipment and Material: Trade skills Approximately $500 > > Includes visits to factories and design houses > The course is based on small group sizes (average of 15) > 12 CERTIFICATE IN >PATTERN ENGINEERING FOR APPAREL A course in Pattern Engineering for Apparel is for individuals seeking to move directly into a technical career in pattern making or those wishing to start their own fashion label, having practical involvement in the product development and subsequent pattern generation. This course is suitable for individuals with some previous manual pattern making experience and basic garment construction knowledge. 22 Course Outline: Assessment: The course exists with two, stand-alone components: Advanced Manual Pattern Technology and ComputerAided Pattern Engineering. 1. Advanced Manual Pattern Technology: > Complex design analysis includes categories: tailored jackets, after-five, ready-to-wear (incl. sportswear, stretch), lingerie, swimwear, childrenswear > Specification sheets to industry standard including linear and non-linear sizing > Pattern Grading 2. Computer-Aided Pattern Engineering: > Basic pattern functions of Grafis system > Practice on free downloadable version for use at home > Size and fit technology for individual and standard sizes for men and women > Applying Fashion design concepts to computerised pattern making > Advanced pattern manipulations using x and z values with piece dependency > Grading and production output > Ability to adapt learned skills to other Cad Systems > The course is based on small group sizes (average 15) Completion of all assignments and set tasks. Completion of patterns in all categories. Completion of construction based grading and grade point grading Prerequisites: Evidence of some previous manual pattern making experience and basic garment construction knowledge. A skills test and interview may be required to determine suitability. Basic mathematical skills and computer skills Equipment and Material: Personal laptop (PC or Mac with Windows) - for Computer Aided Pattern Engineering Manual pattern making tools, i.e. French curve, grading ruler, pencils, tapes etc. (list supplied)