Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology 
 

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

Duration

2 years

Intake dates

January and July

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.

Entrance requirements

Australian Year 12 or equivalent with a pass, however relevant senior employment experience in industry will be considered.

English language proficiency

A minimum IELTS overall score of 5.5 (Academic).
A minimum TOEFL score of 530 for paper examination; 179 for computer based and 71 for Internet based.

Special admission requirements

Applicants will be required to submit a folio of drawings and designs. Folio should include evidence of two garments showing basic garment construct on skills. For further information about folio or audition preparation refer to the Guide to folio presentation.

Cost

$AUD12,700 per year, plus amenities and materials fees.

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.

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.

Accreditation

This course is Government accredited and has National recognition.

Where will I study?

Whitehorse Campus

 
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 shown are in Australian dollars and do not include living or accommodation expenses. 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 demand for a course is not met the course may be cancelled at short notice. 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