Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology 
 

 
Traineeship
National Code
: 
LMT50307 
Short Course Guide
CRICOS Code: 069887G 
Centre:
Creative Industries
Location:
Whitehorse Campus
Study Area: Fashion; 
Study Area Sub Category:  
Career Card:
Fashion Designer 
Jump to:
Units of Competency

What does this course involve?

Looking for employment as a product developer, patternmaker, grader or CAD operator? Then this course is for you.

This course covers:
  • practical skills such as drawing and interpreting basic sketches, identifying fibres and fabrics, developing patterns and using a sewing machine
  • how to prepare and produce garments, calculate cists for fashion products and conduct quality assurance for patterns and garments
  • the design and production of customised, tailored and draped fashion garments
  • how to design garment ranges and develop a professional design folio
  • and the opportunity to put your practical skills to use by competing for prestigious industry awards and competitions.
This course is also available to international students.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course may provide you with employment opportunities such as; product developers, patternmakers, graders, CAD operators or small business operators.
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

Accreditation

This course is Government accredited and has National recognition.

What further study options will I have?

You may wish to progress into the Bachelor of Fashion Technology. You will receive credit for eight subjects or the equivalent of 1 year’s duration.

Inbound International students may also apply for direct entry to both Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology and Bachelor of Fashion as a pathway package.

Can I apply?

  • You must have successfully completed Year 12 or equivalent
  • Mature age or relevant employment experience will be considered
  • You will need contact the Institute on (03) 9286 9632 in October to book an interview which will be held late November/early December

How do I apply?

Beginning of year enrolments - VTAC and direct entry
Mid-year enrolments - direct entry

VTAC - to apply for a full time position in this course you must use the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) process. Details of the VTAC application process are at www.vtac.edu.au and in the VTAC Guide, which is available from leading newsagents and libraries from August. If the Institute still has vacancies after the VTAC places have been offered, you will be able to apply directly to the Institute.

Folio
Interviews will be held in late November and early December, where you will be required to present a folio containing work demonstrating concept development.

For more information such as the Guide to Folio Presentation, Folio Presentation Advice sessions and Audition Preparation workshops click here.

If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

How will I be selected for this course?

  • Individual interview
  • Assessment of folio

    • Length of course

    Full time - 2 years (day and evening)
    Part time - available by negotiation (day and evening)

    Where will I study?

    Whitehorse Campus

    What costs and other fees should I expect?

    For this course, there are two fee structures. Visit the Government Subsidised Place Eligibility page to see if you are eligible for a Government subsidised place.

    Government Subsidised Fees

    1. Tuition Fee - $4.33 per hour (max $2,500.00)
    2. Service and Amenities Fee - $65.00 or 90.00
    3. Material Fees - contact the Institute

    For a breakdown of unit prices, view the 2012 Fee Schedule.

    You may be eligible for VET FEE-HELP (an Australian Government loan scheme).

    		Fee For Service Fees

    Fee for Service - this course will cost $24,000.00 if you aren't eligible for government subsidised training.

    If you are an employer seeking training for groups of employees, contact the Institute for a customised package.

    How will I be assessed?

    • Written assessment
    • Practical assessment

    Will my previous experience or study count?

    Advanced Standing is approved recognition of prior learning that is displayed as an Exemption (EX) on the student’s academic record. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.

     
    Units of Competency

    Year 1 - Semester 1
    LMTCL2001B
    Use a Sewing Machine
    50.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to use a single sewing machine to align and sew work pieces
    LMTCL2003B
    Identify Fibres And Fabrics
    50.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to identify fibres and fabrics commonly used in the construction of garments and accessories.
    LMTCL2004B
    Sew Components
    50.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to align and sew components using a minimum of two machines and operation techniques.
    LMTCL2010B
    Modify Patterns To Create Basic Styles
    50.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to modify patterns to create basic styles.
    LMTCL2011B
    Draw And Interpret a Basic Sketch
    30.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to draw and interpret a two-dimensional sketch of a garment, to identify construction features.
    LMTCL3009B
    Develop Patterns From a Block Using Basic Pattern Making Principles
    50.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to develop patterns from a block using basic patternmaking principles.
    LMTFD2005B
    Identify Design Process For Fashion Designs
    30.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to identify the elements and principles of the design process for fashion, including colour.
    LMTFD3004B
    Draw a Trade Drawing For Fashion Design
    40.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to draw an accurate trade or technical drawing based on specifications and a design.
    LMTFD4002B
    Apply Principles Of Colour Theory To Fashion Design Development
    30.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to identify the elements and principles of colour theory and apply it in the design process for fashion products.
    LMTFD4014B
    Identify Influences On Contemporary Fashion Designs And Construction Techniques
    30.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to identify influences on fashion design and construction techniques of the 20th century.
    LMTGN2001B
    Follow Defined OHS Policies And Procedures
    20.00 hr
    This unit covers the knowledge and skills to follow defined OHS policies and procedures relating to work being undertaken.
    Year 1 - Semester 2
    LMTCL3001B
    Identify Fabric Performance And Handling Requirements
    40.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to identify fabric performance and handling requirements.
    LMTCL3002B
    Prepare And Produce Sewn Garments
    60.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to prepare, align and sew garments.
    LMTFD4003B
    Assist In Preparation Of Preliminary Design Concepts
    40.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to assist with research and preparation of initial garment design concepts.
    LMTFD4004B
    Calculate Cost Estimates For Fashion Products
    30.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to develop cost estimates for sample production of products within the fashion industry.
    LMTFD4006B
    Interact And Network With Fashion Industry Participants
    80.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to communicate and network with others working along the fashion industry supply chain, to ensure design processes and outcomes meet requirements.
    LMTFD4007B
    Conduct Quality Assurance For Patterns And Garments
    30.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to apply quality assurance standards to work operations in the pattern-making industry.
    LMTFD4008B
    Construct Stock Size Block For Garment To Meet Size And Fit Specifications
    40.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to construct stock size blocks according to size and fit specifications.
    LMTFD4010B
    Create Pattern To Meet Design Specifications Applying Advanced Pattern Making Principles
    80.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to create patterns using an existing block, and applying advanced pattern-making principles.
    LMTFD4012B
    Develop Product Specifications For Fashion Design
    40.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to complete detailed specifications for fashion designs to guide production.
    LMTFD5003B
    Analyse Fit Model
    30.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to analyse and select the fit model used to present sample garments and derive garment fit and size standard.
    LMTFD5013B
    Develop Merchandising Plans For Fashion Products
    40.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to develop merchandising plans for fashion products.
    Year 2 - Semester 1
    LMTFD4001B
    Apply Design Studio Process
    100.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to apply design studio processes when interpreting and responding to a specified brief through the production of a fashion design product.
    LMTFD4013B
    Grade 2d Patterns
    80.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to grade flat or 2D patterns used for garment production.
    LMTFD4015B
    Create Pattern From Block To Meet Customer Specifications
    50.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to create a pattern from a block to meet design and fit specifications of the customer.
    LMTFD4021B
    Drape Fabrics To Make Patterns
    40.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to drape fabrics to make patterns.
    LMTFD5005B
    Manipulate Fabrics To Create New Finishes
    20.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to use manipulation techniques to create decoration for fabric design effects.
    LMTFD5011B
    Produce Fashion Illustrations
    50.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to produce fashion illustrations to visually communicate the fashion figure in a variety of poses and silhouettes.
    LMTFD5014B
    Construct Complex Blocks For Fashion Garments
    50.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to construct complex blocks to be used for patterns of fashion garments with advanced styling requirements.
    LMTFD5015B
    Develop Patterns For Complex Fashion Garments
    90.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to develop patterns for use in the production of complex fashion garments with advanced styling requirements.
    Year 2 - Semester 2
    LMTFD5012B
    Perform Contour Draping
    50.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to perform contour draping for styled garments that are worn against the body.
    LMTFD5016B
    Grade Shaped Patterns
    50.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to conduct allometric grading of shaped or 3D patterns for fashion garments.
    LMTFD5018B
    Determine And Specify Advanced Construction Processes
    90.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to determine and specify advanced construction processes to achieve desired design details.
    LMTFD5019B
    Analyse Individual Fit And Make Pattern Alterations
    100.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to analyse the fit of a garment or toile on the individual body, making necessary adjustments and altering the pattern.
    LMTFD6006B
    Develop a Fashion Range
    100.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to develop and present a fashion range to the client.
    LMTFD6007B
    Implement Specialised Patternmaking Technologies
    100.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to analyse and implement specialised pattern-making technologies.
    LMTFD6008B
    Apply Studio Processes To Create And Produce Designs For Commercial Production
    100.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to apply studio processes to identify and explore commercial opportunities for the design and development of fashion designs.
    LMTGN5001B
    Participate In Production Planning Processes
    50.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to participate in the development of production planning.
    LMTGN5003B
    Work With International Textiles, Clothing And Footwear Supply Chains
    40.00 hr
    This unit covers the skills and knowledge to work with international textiles, clothing and footwear (TCF) supply chains.
    All fees quoted are indicative fees and are correct at the time of publishing. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. An offer of a place is always subject to places being available. The Institute reserves the right to close applications when the course is full. Where minimum course numbers are not met, the course may be cancelled at short notice. In such instances and only when possible, an alternative option may be suggested for accredited courses. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.

    Course Enquiries

    Local Students
    1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445)

    International Students
    +61 3 9286 9425

    Please click here to see the list of courses offered to International students