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CITS Fashion Design and Technology Trade Syllabus 

Overview

The CITS Fashion Design and Technology trade is a one-year program designed to train instructors to teach fashion design, garment construction, and production skills in ITIs. Divided into two semesters, the course covers Trade Technology (theory and practical), Training Methodology, Engineering Drawing, Workshop Calculation & Science, and Soft Skills. It aligns with NSQF Level 5 standards, focusing on advanced design techniques, digital tools, and effective teaching methods. The syllabus adheres to the latest DGT guidelines for outcome-based learning.

Semester 1 Syllabus

Trade Technology - Theory

  • Introduction to CITS and Fashion Design & Technology: Role of instructors, scope of the fashion industry, and emerging trends (e.g., sustainable fashion, smart textiles).

  • Safety and Standards:

    • Workplace safety: Handling sewing machines, sharp tools, and chemicals (e.g., dyes).

    • Ergonomics and electrical safety in design and sewing labs.

    • Compliance with textile and garment standards (e.g., BIS, ISO).

  • Textile Science:

    • Fibers and fabrics: Properties of natural (cotton, silk), synthetic (polyester), and blended fabrics.

    • Fabric testing: Shrinkage, colorfastness, and tensile strength.

  • Fashion Design Fundamentals:

    • Design principles: Color, texture, proportion, and balance.

    • Fashion illustration: Sketching human figures and garment details.

  • Pattern Making and Cutting:

    • Advanced pattern drafting: Bodices, skirts, dresses, and trousers.

    • Pattern grading for multiple sizes and fit adjustments.

  • Sewing Technology:

    • Advanced machine operations: Overlock, coverstitch, and embroidery machines.

    • Stitch types, seam finishes, and decorative techniques.

  • Garment Construction:

    • Construction of complex garments: Dresses, blazers, and layered designs.

    • Fitting and alteration techniques.

  • Quality Control: Inspection of garments for stitching, fit, and fabric quality.

Trade Technology - Practical

  • Operate advanced sewing machines (e.g., overlock, buttonhole).

  • Test fabrics for properties like shrinkage and colorfastness.

  • Draft and grade patterns for complex garments (e.g., dresses, jackets).

  • Cut fabrics with precision, minimizing waste.

  • Construct garments with advanced techniques (e.g., pleats, linings).

  • Perform fittings and alterations on finished garments.

  • Create fashion sketches for design proposals.

  • Conduct quality checks on garments for construction and finishing.

  • Document design and sewing processes.

Training Methodology

  • Instructor Role: Lesson planning, teaching strategies, and student evaluation techniques.

  • Communication Skills: Clear verbal and non-verbal communication for effective training.

  • Classroom Management: Engaging diverse learners and ensuring discipline.

  • Instructional Aids: Using projectors, digital tools, and e-learning platforms.

  • Practical Training: Demonstrating design and sewing tasks, guiding practice, and offering feedback.

Semester 2 Syllabus

Trade Technology - Theory

  • Advanced Fashion Design:

    • Couture techniques: Draping, hand embroidery, and beading.

    • Specialty garments: Bridal wear, ethnic attire, and avant-garde designs.

  • Computer-Aided Design (CAD) in Fashion:

    • Software tools: Adobe Illustrator, CLO 3D, or Optitex for pattern making and rendering.

    • 3D garment visualization and digital prototyping.

  • Fashion Portfolio and Trend Analysis:

    • Building professional portfolios with mood boards and collections.

    • Trend forecasting: Colors, fabrics, and silhouettes.

  • Sustainable Fashion:

    • Eco-friendly materials: Organic cotton, recycled fibers.

    • Zero-waste pattern cutting and upcycling techniques.

  • Garment Production Management:

    • Production planning: Workflow, costing, and quality assurance.

    • Supply chain management and vendor coordination.

  • Entrepreneurship:

    • Starting a fashion brand or boutique: Business plans, budgeting, and marketing.

    • E-commerce and social media marketing strategies.

  • Industry 4.0 in Fashion:

    • Automation: CNC fabric cutting, 3D printing for accessories.

    • Smart textiles: Conductive fabrics and wearable technology.

  • Legal and Ethical Issues: Intellectual property, labor laws, and ethical fashion practices.

Trade Technology - Practical

  • Construct couture garments using draping and embellishment techniques.

  • Design and render garments digitally using CAD software (e.g., CLO 3D).

  • Develop a professional portfolio with a cohesive fashion collection.

  • Produce garments using sustainable techniques (e.g., zero-waste patterns).

  • Simulate production processes: Planning, cutting, and quality control.

  • Experiment with smart textiles or 3D-printed fashion elements.

  • Use automated tools like CNC fabric cutters (if available).

  • Develop a business plan for a fashion brand or boutique.

  • Document compliance with ethical and legal standards in production.

Training Methodology

  • Advanced Teaching Techniques: Micro-teaching, flipped classrooms, and blended learning.

  • Assessment and Evaluation: Designing tests, practical assessments, and grading systems.

  • Digital Tools: Using Learning Management Systems (LMS), virtual labs, and e-learning modules.

  • Mentoring: Supporting trainees in skill development and career planning.

  • Project-Based Learning: Guiding trainees to complete fashion projects (e.g., mini-collection).

Additional Components

Workshop Calculation & Science

  • Calculations: Fabric consumption, cost estimation, and pattern scaling.

  • Science: Fiber chemistry, fabric behavior under stress, and dye properties.

Engineering Drawing

  • Drawing Basics: Technical flat sketches and pattern diagrams.

  • Schematics: Garment construction and production layout drawings.

Soft Skills & Employability Skills

  • Communication: Client consultations, report writing, and presentations.

  • Leadership: Managing design teams and production workflows.

  • Time Management: Meeting design and production deadlines.

Assessment

  • Internal Assessment: Continuous evaluation via assignments, practicals, and tests.

  • Final Examination: Theory and practical exams conducted by NCVT at year-end.

  • Project Work: Complete a fashion design project (e.g., designing a cohesive collection) and teaching demonstration.

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