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LMT50307 Diploma of Applied Fashion Design & Technology
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Designed to provide the skills and knowledge required for independent work in the fashion design and garment construction industries, this nationally recognised qualification is one of the only courses of its kind delivered entirely via online learning. Part of the LMT07 Textiles, Clothing & Footwear Training Package, it is suited both as an entry-level qualification in fashion design (as it includes all units from the Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design & Technology LMT41007) and as a useful source of skills for those seeking employment in advanced patternmaking, or who wish to turn a hobby into a small business.

Among other skills, students will learn to produce a fashion illustration, apply advanced patternmaking principles and develop patterns for complex fashion garments. Training in important business skills such as cost estimating and marketing planning is also provided. The course includes CD-ROMs and workbooks from Telestia, a global leader in learning materials for the fashion industry.

Partnership with College of Fashion Design

Open Colleges, Australia’s leading online education provider, has partnered with College of Fashion Design (National Provider Code 3798) to promote and provide access to the Diploma of Applied Fashion Design & Technology LMT50307 .

Potential careers outcomes:

  • Senior pattern-maker
  • Assistant fashion designer
  • Small custom clothing business owner-operator
  • Small custom clothing business manager

  • Course Detail

    Course number
    E0076
    Course duration
    Max 36 months
    Course fees from
    $155.83 per week
    Qualification
    Diploma
    Delivery mode
    Online
    Nationally recognised
    Yes
    Assessments

    33 projects plus portfolio of 8 garments
    National Code
    LMT50307
    Awarded By
    College of Fashion Design
    Associated With
    Nationally Recognised Training

  • Subjects

  • Requirements

    Entry requirements

    Minimum education

    • Higher School Certificate or equivalent OR
    • relevant qualifications (at Certificate III or above) OR
    • relevant vocational experience.
    • Basic sewing skills would be an advantage.

    Minimum age

    Minimum age of 16 years. If you are under 18 your application must be signed by a parent or guardian.

    Computer requirements

    The software provided with this course is designed to run on a PC only. Students will receive a hard copy of the learning materials by mail, and will need access to a computer and the internet in order to use the OpenSpace online learning platform.

    Minimum specifications for the computer are:

    • Microsoft Office 2003 or equivalentand
    • Microsoft Windows 98and
    • CD-ROM drive.

    Students will also need access to a printer and the following applications:

    • Adobe Acrobat Readerand
    • Macromedia Flash playerand
    • Java software and
    • Picture manager software for use in conjunction with digital camera.

    English language requirements

    If English is not your first language and you did not complete the last two years of secondary education in English, you are required to provide evidence of English language competency before enrolling into the course.

    Examples of appropriate evidence are listed below:

    Evidence

    Example
    IELTS Overall score of 5.5
    TOEFL 530 (paper), 197 (computer) or 71 (internet)
    Evidence of employment in an English-speaking country Testimonial, statutory declaration.

    Open Colleges will endeavour to provide additional assistance to students who experience difficulties with language, literacy and numeracy.

    Additional requirements

    Students require access to:

    • a domestic sewing machine
    • digital camera (and/or scanner and camera).

    Students also need to provide:

    • pattern paper
    • calico or light cotton for toiles
    • paper scissors
    • cutting scissors
    • tape measure
    • pins
    • fabric for their final four garments.

    Study Materials

    Once you are enrolled in this course, you will receive access to the first Study Period, which contains the first set of units for the course. When you have successfully completed those units, you'll be given access to the next Study Period. Study Periods 1 and 2 are available and the subsequent Study Periods for this course will be available for release on the following dates:

    • Study Period 3: June 2013

  • Pathways

    Students who successfully complete the Diploma of Applied Fashion Design & Technology LMT50307 may go on to further education in this field.

  • Trainers and Assessors

    • Meredith Raines

      Meredith Raines is creative, passionate about education and has a fundamental belief in the importance of providing our community with a well-rounded education.

      Meredith has taught VET fashion design, textiles, art, ceramics and visual communication in a number of secondary schools, and has an extensive knowledge of garment construction, having honed her skills since she was an adolescent.

  • Extra Benefits

    Included materials

    • Telestia patternmaking CD-ROM and workbook
    • Telestia fashion design CD-ROM and workbook
    • Telestia pattern grading CD-ROM
    • Telestia equipment kit

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