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Conceptualisation of three-dimensional ceramic forms through freehand to the use of software packages to develop the sketches into three-dimensional forms. The course enables students to effectively use the computer in rendering their works in three dimensions and provide students with the opportunities to develop basic rendering concepts with respect to innovative modelling techniques in three-dimensional forms. As continuation of IDC 308, the Use of Computer in Ceramic Modelling I will further students' knowledge on the development of three-dimensional ceramic forms through freehand to the use of software packages to develop the sketches into three-dimensional forms.

A study of the theoretical aspects of the sewing machine and its practical use. The course will cover the study of machine parts and their individual functions. It is aimed at helping students in using the major equipment accurately.

General introduction to basic tools, materials and techniques used in ceramics, fashion design, graphics, textiles, glass design and technology and metal design. It serves as a foundation course that involves the practical exploration of the language and grammar of design at both two- and three-dimensional level. Students are introduced to fundamentals of design, design thinking and ideation process with preliminary exercises of procedural usage of shapes, forms and space to evolve creative ideas. Study of elements and principles of design and its relationship to various industrial design disciplines. Basic requirements of design – function, aesthetic and ergonomics. Introduction to the basic techniques in design, with emphasis on projects using basic shapes, natural forms and found objects leading to product design. Study of principles of form and spatial organization, relief designs, mobiles and objects in the round, modelling and prototyping. Definition, types and methods of reproducing designs. Study of basic repro methods, tools and materials. Basic Design II involves intensive exploration of shapes, forms and space. The focus is on the examination of design in terms of perception of form, technical application, and identification of materials and production methods and basic introduction to design. The role of design in meeting the functional, aesthetic and ergonomic requirements of industrial design products will be analysed. Knowledge of factors determining appropriate design including environmental sustainability and manufacturing techniques. Colour studies. Interrelationship of two and three- dimensional designs.

Historical development of conventional and digital photography (photographic time-line), photography as science and art. The conventional and digital camera and its components. Introduction to basic working knowledge of the photographic process, material, equipment, chemicals and other dark room activities i.e., development of the printing of films. The field of depth. Students at this stage are expected to learn about the types of photography and the purpose of photography. Comparative analysis of the digital cameras as a photographic tool and the human eye. In camera movement the students are expected to address and understand the issues of; physical movement, effects of movement, practical uses of movement and side effects of movement in relation to human beings and environment. Finally, students are expected to record images either in panoramic or single views which they will process in the darkroom and print out as product. Brief introduction to the principles of animation will be taught, with basic practical exercise and group projects.

Much emphasis is placed on advertising art/design, product promotion strategies, financial and legal framework, environmental interpersonal and ethical values in outdoor, electronic, print advertising, and marketing.

Development of specific house styles and colours and direct mail advertising including greeting cards, stationery, shopping bags among others. advanced tasks in publicity, press advertisements, posters, calendars, logo and monograms. Intensive instruction will be given on the exploration of business and marketing practices necessary for a successful career in the advertising profession. Students will carry out projects on advertising, publications and multimedia design with emphasis on their visual impact and communication.

Practical works to acquire understanding and construction skills for basic garments. Preparation of various components of garments such as plackets, neckline variations, sleeves, pocket pattern making, methods of spreading and folding. Lining, interlining, facing and interfacing. Yokes: - Definition and creating variety in yoke. Empire line and Princess Line. Definition of trimmings and types (Bias trimming, ruffles, embroidery, smocking, faggoting, Appliqué, lace, lace motifs, scalloped edging, decorative fastening belts and bows). Construction of cuffs and collars, introduction to terminology, fundamentals and basic techniques of draping. Constructing patterns for adult garments (male and female). Practice of developing dress pattern from Draping Technique. Cutting, stitching and finishing of basic articles of male and female clothing such as dress, shirt, trouser, blouse and skirt.

Students will develop skills for drawing and understanding of Fashion figure with appropriate proportions, details and its relation with garment and garment details are essential foundation to go for design process. Develops the drawing skills to illustrate a Male, Female and a Kid’s Fashion Figure. Students will also acquire the skill for drawing with accurate proportions and other aesthetic details of Body of a Fashion figure. Drawing body details with different movements, arms, legs, feet, palm, and different positions. Student will gain the knowledge of drawing the technicalities and details of various Fashion elements with the correct Terminologies. Incorporating above elements on a Fashion figure with necessary details to come up with an appropriate Fashion Illustration. Incorporation of Clothing details and Fashion elements to form a garment such as, types of sleeves, necklines, pockets, cuffs, collars, yokes, waist bands, bows and ties, frills and flounces. Drawing and Illustration II helps students to develop skills in order to perfectly convey the exact Design idea for all the levels of production through various details and technicalities. Students will develop the exact Fabric in the form of its colour, texture, fall and drape on paper using different colour mediums. Acquire the skill for clothing composition of the fashion figure by adding effects when a garment is worn. Develops the skill for communicating a design for production in the form of “2D flat drawings” of the design.

This course shall cover the application of surface enrichment techniques of jewellery and metal design. Techniques such as pickling, etching, heat treatment of surface and other advance techniques such as forging, enamelling, advance stone setting, chasing and responses shall be studied.

Batch calculation methods; arithmetical approximation, method of simultaneous equation, computerized batch calculation, supplementary information relating to glass composition and batch calculations. Provision of basis for evaluation of raw material; introducing raw or modified batches into the operation; taking samples for control analysis. Batch handling and preparation method.