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TECHNICAL DESIGNER
HIGHER VOCATIONAL EDUCATION
PROGRAMME 200 CREDITS
ONE OF THE MOST VITAL ROLES IN THE DESIGN TEAM
As a pattern maker, you are the bridge between creative design and technical production. You transform design sketches into production-ready garments by creating patterns, measurement charts, and technical specifications. You lead fittings, assess prototypes, and adapt garments for manufacturing – with both precision and intuition. To succeed in this role, you need a keen eye for detail, a solid understanding of fit and materials, and technical proficiency in both manual and digital tools. Strong organizational skills and the ability to collaborate closely with designers and production teams are also essential.
SHAPE THE GARMENTS OF THE FUTURE – DIGITALLY AND BY HAND
This program provides in-depth knowledge in both traditional and computer-based pattern making, fit analysis, garment grading, and industrial sewing techniques. You’ll work with industry-standard software such as Lectra Modaris and CLO 3D, gaining expertise in 2D and 3D pattern construction and digital workflows.
Throughout the year, you'll work on a variety of garments – from sketch to final product – in hands-on projects. You’ll learn how to adapt patterns for large-scale production with a focus on quality, efficiency, and sustainability. You'll practice fittings, quality control, and communication with design and manufacturing teams.
A deep understanding of garment construction is essential to create well-thought-out sewing patterns and clear tech packs. Therefore, industrial sewing is an integrated part of the curriculum.
INTERNSHIP: YOUR FIRST STEP INTO THE INDUSTRY
The program includes a 6-week internship (LIA – Learning in a Work Environment) at a fashion or apparel company. You'll also complete a 4-week graduation project, which often leads to job opportunities or continued collaboration.
PRIOR KNOWLEDGE IN PATTERN MAKING
To keep up with the pace of the program, you should already have a solid foundation in manual pattern making and sewing. If you haven’t studied fashion or garment construction before, we strongly recommend completing our preparatory course Pattern Making, Sewing & Design or equivalent.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES & FUTURE OUTLOOK
After graduation, you’ll be qualified to work as a Pattern Maker, Garment Technician, Technical Designer, Design Technician, Production Technician, or as an assistant in design or buying teams. The fashion industry is rapidly embracing digital workflows. More and more companies are discovering the benefits of 3D in the design and development process. Skilled pattern makers who master both Lectra Modaris and CLO 3D are in high demand. Many of our graduates find employment immediately after completing the program – at established fashion houses, independent brands, and international companies.
Omfattning 3 år, heltid
behörighet:
Studieort: Göteborg
Ansökan Senast 15 april 2018
Studiemedelsberättigad: Ja (xx)
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FACTS
NAME OF PROGRAMME
Technical designer 200 credits
COURSE STRUCTURE
full-time studies Monday to Friday
PROGRAMME START
August 2024
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
17th of April 2023
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
You will need to have basic qualifications. This entails that in order to be admitted, you are required to have:
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completed a gymnasium degree at a gymnasium or a municipal adult education, or
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completed a Swedish or foreign course corresponding to the requirements in point 1, or
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be a resident of Denmark, Finland, Iceland or Norway, where you are eligible for an equivalent course, or
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through a Swedish or foreign course, practical experience or due to other circumstances be qualified for the course
PREREQUISITE REQUIREMENTS
Gymnasium degree from the Crafts-course, Textile Design or equivalent experience from other course
STUDY LOCATION
Gothenburg
STUDY ALLOWANCE
As a student of this programme, you are eligible for study allowance, and the course is part of section B1 of CSN. To learn more about what applies to your individual case, we recommend you to contact CSN as soon as possible.
COST OF MATERIAL
In order to complete the course, you will need some course materials, literature, and other study materials. At the start of the course, you will be offered the opportunity to deposit 4000 Swedish kronor into a clearance account.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Contact us by phone (+46)31-152275 or email info@tillskararakademin.se
EDUCATIONAL FORM
Higher Vocational Education programme
Myndigheten för Yrkeshögskolan
CURRICULUM
Detail- and clothing sewing
Degree project
Technical sketching
Internship- LIA
Material theory
Pattern design and grading
Production and buying
Total:
25 credits
25 credits
20 credits
30 credits
5 credits
90 credits
5 credits
200 credits
PATTERN DESIGN + VIZUALISATION CLO 3D / LECTRA
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