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This introductory course emphasizes quantitative measurements, the treatment of measurement errors, and graphical analysis. A variety of experimental techniques should be employed. The experiments include studies of meters, the oscilloscope, mechanical systems, electrical and mechanical resonant systems, light, heat, viscosity, covered in PHY 101 and PHY 102. However, emphasis should be placed on the basic physical techniques for observation, measurements, data collection, analysis and deduction.

The body contour, art of fitting. Fitting techniques, importance of grain line in fitting. Suitable styles for various figures. Figure problems. Methods of alteration on sewn garments. Techniques of repair and renovation of sewn garments- mending/darning, patching, reconstruction. Practical exercise in sewing of fitted garments for various figures and age. Practical exercise in repair, renovation of sewn garments and patchwork. Tailoring techniques on special fabrics such as stripes, velvet, chiffon. Methods of lining a garment. Modelling- principles and benefits. Practical application of the knowledge gained in construction class through individual creativity and the production of original designs and presentation of finished articles for various events. Construction of suitable styles for various members of the family, groups or societies suitable for various activities and occasion. Production of household articles, souvenirs and uniforms. Modelling of garments produced.

Execution of original designs, using different weaving techniques. Construction, warping and threading of looms. Tapestry, Paper making, Felting. Advanced aspect of different cloth weaving techniques. Creation of innovative weaving structure with the aid of computer programmes. The use of two harness and four harness looms for numerous variations of weaves. Techniques such as hand pained warps and pick up should be duly experimented on with execution of original designs, using different weaving techniques with the consideration for construction of different types of looms, warping and threading looms. 400 Level Clothing and Textiles Design

Introduction to the basic elements of design, line, texture, value, tones, colours. Contours and outlines Perspective – rules relating to observation. Drawing of simple geometric forms – cuboids, cones, cylinders. Definition of colour, concepts of colour, classes of colour, colour wheel and harmony. Principles of design-principles of design as concept used in organizing and arranging the structural elements of design- balance, proportion, rhythm, emphasis and harmony. Formation of motifs and pattern repeat system.

Selection of styles for various figures, needs and occasion; preparation of fabric for cutting; components of a garment; method of assembling a garment; structural additives and their uses in garment construction; necklines and neckline finishes; disposal/arrangement of fullness; set- in sleeve in a garment; ironing and pressing in garment construction; and construct garments for various figures/ages for exhibition.

Sound patterns in English Language (vowels and consonants, phonetics and phonology). English word classes (lexical and grammatical words, definitions, forms, functions, usages, collocations). Sentence in English (types: structural and functional, simple and complex). Grammar and Usage (tense, mood, modality and concord, aspects of language use in everyday life). Logical and Critical Thinking and Reasoning Methods (Logic and Syllogism, Inductive and Deductive Argument and Reasoning Methods, Analogy, Generalisation and Explanations). Ethical considerations, Copyright Rules and Infringements. Writing Activities: (Pre-writing , Writing, Post writing, Editing and Proofreading; Brainstorming, outlining, Paragraphing, Types of writing, Summary, Essays, Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Report writing, Note making and Mechanics of writing). Comprehension Strategies: (Reading and types of Reading, Comprehension Skills, 3RsQ). Information and Communication Technology in modern Language Learning. Language skills for effective communication. Major word formation processes. Writing and reading comprehension strategies. Logical and critical reasoning for meaningful presentations. Art of public speaking and listening. Report writing.

Basic equipment and software used in CAD: Adobe Creative Cloud, Optitex, Graphic pad (wacom pads), Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CorelDraw. Interface Toolbox Basic Shapes Advance shapes Perfect Shapes Editing tools. Application of CAD in the Garment Production process: -illustration -flats/technical drawing -specification drawing -presentation and storyboards. The process of scanning and retouching illustrations: scan, clean, colour, and render paint hair, fabric, make seamless repeating patterns, work, with pattern fills, add texture. Vector illustration, techniques used to correct and enhance digital photographs. Photographic illustrations, photomontage/ compositing style fashion illustration. Illustration of the use curve lines, mirror objects, rotate objects and curve objects to create a skirt, blouse or t-shirt. Methods required creating and clothing a croquis. Construction of a male/ female/ children’s croquis using measurement and scanned images. Application of computer technical skills to produce flat drawings for garments, the use of the vector software for creating flats. Different techniques employed in pattern design using CAD. Production of industry standard technical information for spec sheets, design sketches and line plan. Definition a Technical Pack, the components of a technical specification pack- flat sketch, measurement chart, order quantity cart, written description, Bill of Material (BOM), list of stitches and seams, list of embellishment, Branding Artwork (labels, care instructions), Measurement charts (grading), points of measurement diagram, Headers on every page, List for tracking change. The importance of a technical pack in production. Compilation of a technical spec pack for collection of styles, application of design concepts to create professional quality portfolio content using appropriate software. Professional fashion design portfolios, portfolio page layout basics including composition, type, and multiple colour presentation formats. 300 Level

Conception of textile design as an art. The importance of using fabrics creatively. Theoretical application of principles and elements of design in the construction of applique, patchwork, tapestries, rugs, embroidery design, stitchery, lace-work, soft toys and cushion, macramé, yarn on board, beads on board. Design creation of different accessories such as bags using beads, buttons, fabrics. production of outing accessories such as earrings, bangles, bags, hats, belts, shoes for different outfits. Design and production of costume jewelleries.

Types of clients and their needs. The designer consultant relationship. Case studies in solving design problems in the areas of textiles, clothing, housing and furnishings, and presentation of design solutions. X-ray of design consultancy, designing and project design and general qualities of a designer would be examined. The course will also address human resource management, product design and process selection. Growing small and medium enterprises, developing and components of business plan, entrepreneurship, competition and business, effective budgeting and financial planning for a clothing and textile business would be fully explained.

Elementary set theory, subsets, union, intersection, complements, Venn diagrams. Real numbers; integers, rational and irrational numbers, mathematical induction, real sequences and series, theory of quadratic equations, binomial theorem. Complex numbers; algebra of complex numbers; the Argand diagram. De-Moivre’s theorem, nth roots of unity. Circular measure, trigonometric functions of angles of any magnitude, addition and factor formulae.