Fast-track your sample cutting and sewing skills for fashion with this hands-on course. Whether you’re a novice seamstress or more experienced, you will learn need-to-know techniques using industrial machinery and industry-standard assembly methods.
During this course you'll learn to:
Lay up pattern pieces and pin or tack components to make best use of fabric length
Match fabric patterns, nap (surface/texture) and weave (form/texture)
Sew components using industrial sewing or overlocking machines, as used in the industry
Complete garment components
Press garment components according to fabric requirements and construction details
You'll leave this course with:
A Certificate of Attendance
Skills and techniques to cut and construct garment components
Confidence to use industrial sewing machines and exposure to industry-standard assembly methods
Learn a new skill and improve your career prospects
Explore a hobby in a fun and supportive environment
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
To be prepared for this course, we recommend you have:
An interest in using an industrial sewing machine to prepare for further study
An enrolment offer to the Bachelor of Fashion Design or another fashion course
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
Pursue an interest or upskill in your chosen field with another course.
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous work experience and study history. You may be able to use recognition of prior learning when applying for a course in the future. If you're successful, you'll get your qualification faster.
Courses can be made up of a combination of core and specialty units.
Core units consist of the knowledge you'll need to build key skills for success in your field, industry or hobby.
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
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There are a total of 2 information sessions planned for this course. They'll take place at different locations across the state.
You can select a study option below to see the sessions available. Or you can view all sessions related to Fashion