TAFE NSW Hunter Institute

Applied Fashion Design and Technology - Certificate IV

fashion patterns on smartboardThis applied fashion design and technology course is for people looking for a job in the fashion industry at assistant level. Enrol to learn creative, practical and technical skills in being a designer, making patterns, production and using technology.

 

Choose to study textile, fibre and fabric identification and analysis of their characteristics; identifying design influences; sketching, and applying design elements and principles to fashion concept development; developing product specifications; patternmaking, grading and garment construction; block construction using sizing systems; calculating costs and communicating/selling design concepts; computer technology and specialist fashion software.

 

The training environment simulates work in the industry and is hands-on, allowing for creative expression in making fashion garments. Work placement with a fashion company or fashion designer is part of the course.

 

After completion, you may be eligible for higher Applied Fashion Design and Technology courses. Career options include assistant in design, product development, patternmaking, grading, specification development and CAD operations.

Campuses, Important Dates, Study Options and Timetables

The Hunter TAFE Institute offers fashion design courses at one campus. Course dates, timetables and study options are campus specific. See details below.

Newcastle

Address:
Maitland Road Tighes Hill NSW 2297
Postal Address:
Locked Bag 45 HRMC NSW 2310
Tel:
02 4923 7222
Fax:
02 4923 7292

Course Availability

Semester Study Options How to Enrol Proposed Timetable Information Session Fees & Charges Important Information
Semester 1
2012		 Full Time
25hrs/Week
36 Weeks		 Local Campus Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00am to 4:30pm The TAFE NSW fee for this course is: $984.00 per Year, $492.00 per Semester (half year).

Please be aware that there may be additional TAFENSW fees and other related charges.		 Delivery Information

Staff organise one weeks work experience at a local or interstate fashion business is to be completed during second semester. Class time table and equipment list will be issued.

Further delivery information is available on this course
Newcastle campus
Semester: Semester 1, 2012
Study Options: Full Time, 25hrs/Week, 36 Weeks
How to Enrol: Local Campus
Proposed Timetable: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00am to 4:30pm
Information Session:
Fees & Charges: The TAFE NSW fee for this course is: $984.00 per Year, $492.00 per Semester (half year).

Please be aware that there may be additional TAFENSW fees and other related charges.
Important Information: Delivery Information

Staff organise one weeks work experience at a local or interstate fashion business is to be completed during second semester. Class time table and equipment list will be issued.

Further delivery information is available on this course

Course Codes

Course Number: 19557
National Code: LMT41007
Training Package: LMT07
Textiles Clothing and Footwear

How To Enrol

Before you can enrol in this course you must lodge an application. You can download an Application Form.

Applications have now closed, late applications will be accepted but a place in the course cannot be guaranteed.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification. Candidates' ability to complete this course will be enhanced if they have completed a related certificate III course. Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed LMT31407 Certificate III in Applied Fashion Design and Technology (19556), LMT30507 Certificate III in Clothing Production (19553) and LMT40307 Certificate IV in Clothing Production (19504), or achieved equivalent industry experience.

Prior Learning

For further information please refer to the Recognition area of the Hunter TAFE website.

Career Pathways

For further information please refer to the Career Pathways area of the Hunter TAFE website.

Disclaimer

Courses will run subject to resources and demand. For the latest information, check with the appropriate campus, as course availability is subject to review and change.

Contact Us

You can request further information on this course or speak to a Customer Service Officer by calling
131 225 (within NSW) or
02 4923 7425 (outside of NSW) or
+612 4923 7425 (International).