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Drafting and Sewing: Tops

On Campus Short Course Apparel Design and Product Development

Learn to develop a variety of patterns for tops with variations of collar, neckline and sleeves!

Overview

This course will introduce the techniques necessary to draft pattern and sew basic tops. You will learn to develop different types of tops using basic block. This includes knowledge of necklines, collars and sleeve variation in pattern making. Gain these new skills through a variety of practical activities, demonstration and explicit teaching.

The Details

  • FOR SKILLSFUTURE CLAIMS

    Registered Title: (Drafting and Sewing: Tops )

    TPGateway Code:TGS-2024044959

  • total hours

    44:00

  • Mode of Learning

    On Campus

Curriculum

Course Duration

SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:44:00 Trainer Facilitated Hours (On Campus/Virtual):40:00 Self-Directed E-learning Hours:00:00 Assessment Hours:04:00
Objectives
  • Draft pattern blocks in accordance with given specifications or measurements taken from given size specifications.
  • Develop a variety of patterns for tops with variations of collar, neckline, and sleeve using block manipulation methods. 
  • Label and mark individual pattern pieces with symbols and notches based on industrial practices.
  • Sew a top with a variation of sleeves and a fancy neckline according to the given specifications or measurements.
  • Evaluate sewn products against given specifications or measurements.
  • Take follow-up actions for non-conformance.
Key Learning Areas
  • Conversion from imperial measurements to metric measurements and vice versa.
  • Human shapes and variations with a focus on the waist and below.
  • Neckline variations.
  • Sleeve variations.
  • Collar variations.
  • Basic pattern block for tops.
  • Basic lockstitch and overedge / overlock machine threading maintenance & operations.
  • Variety of seams and facings.
  • Applications of interfacings zipper attachment and hemming finishes.
  • Built-in fabric retraction and shrinkage into stock production pattern.
Certificate Issuance
Upon completing the course, the student will be awarded a TaF.tc Certificate in Drafting and Sewing: Tops.
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Requirements
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Admissions

To enrol, you must fulfil the following requirements

1

Aged 16 years and above

 and 2

Course fee funding eligibility : SCs and PRs (Self-sponsored individuals must be at least 21 years old)

 and 3

Possess at least 3 GCE ‘O’ Level credits with a minimum of C6 including English and Mathematics OR ES WSQ Workplace Literacy and Numeracy (WPLN) level 5 and above OR WSQ Advanced Certificate in Fashion Technology OR TaF.tc's Advanced Certificate

 and 4

All students must also be competent or possess equivalent skills and knowledge for the following competencies: a. Drafting and Sewing: Casual Knits or Basic Drafting and Sewing

Graduation

To graduate, you must fulfil the following requirements

1

75% attendance rate of total training hours per module

 and 2

Be found competent for written, practical and oral assessments

International Students

To enrol, you must fulfil the following requirements

1

Aged 16 years and above

 and 2

High School Diploma equivalent to GCE ‘O’ Level with 3 credits including English and Mathematics OR Qualifications from professional institutes may be considered on a case-by-case basic OR Pass TaF.tc Entrance Test

 and 3

English Language Requirement: Possess a minimum credit in English at GCE ‘O’ Level or its equivalent OR IELTS score 5.5 or TOEFL score 46

 and 4

All students must also be competent or possess equivalent skills and knowledge for the following competencies: a. Drafting and Sewing: Casual Knits or Basic Drafting and Sewing.

Graduation

To enrol, you must fulfil the following requirements

1

75% attendance rate of total training hours per module. Student Pass Holders – a minimum of 90% attendance per month will be required.

 and 2

Be found competent for written, practical and oral assessments
Fees & Funding
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Fees

Course Fees

S$ 686.40

Application Fee

S$ 32.70 (after 50% SSG funding, 20% SFMCES, inc.9% GST)

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Fees

Course Fees

S$ 1,038.40

Application Fee

S$ 32.70 (after 50% SSG funding, inc.9% GST)

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Post Secondary Education Account (PSEA)

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Fees

Course Fees

S$ 1,038.40

Application Fee

S$ 32.70 (after 50% SSG funding, inc.9% GST)

Fees

Course Fees

S$ 686.40

Application Fee

S$ 32.70 (after 50% SSG funding, 20% ETSS, inc.9% GST)

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Fees

Course Fees

S$ 1.00

Application Fee

S$ 32.70 (after 50% SSG funding, inc.9% GST)

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Course Fees

S$ 1,918.40

Application Fee

S$ 32.70 (inc.9% GST)

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Items Required For Class

Before your class begins, we'd like you to make sure that you have the following items so that the class can proceed smoothly.

The following items are compulsory for students to bring:

IMPORTANT NOTE: Fabric/Lining requirements are based on standard medium sizing. Please purchase additional yardage for larger sizes.
  • Fabric for Long Sleeve Shirt (with collar & cuffs ) - Cotton Poplin ( 2.5 meters for 45"/114cm width )  
    • We advise you to get fabrics that are not too soft and slippery.
    • Additionally, solid color fabric is highly recommended. Clearly mark which is the face and back of the fabric.
    • If you prefer to get prints, please get prints that are non-directional and can be cut in either direction. For example, if you get a dinosaur print, you must make sure the dinosaurs are looking in all different directions and not just one.
  • 1 spool ( 100m to 250m ) of matching color thread ( 100% Polyester ) - For Culottes
  • 10 pcs of 4-hole buttons (diameter 10 mm) - For Long Sleeve Shirt.
  • 0.5-meter non-woven facing for collar & cuffs (Freudenberg AP68, 47g/m2) for Interlining/Interfacing - For Long Sleeve Shirt.
  • 8 meters of Marker paper ( 45 gsm, 122cm width ).

Students are required to bring their Stationery too. The list of stationery has been stated below.

  1. Pen
  2. Correction tape/fluid
  3. 2B Pencil (and sharpener or extra lead depending on type of pencil used)
  4. Eraser/Rubber
  5. 1-inch paper masking tape
  6. Glue stick
  7. Notebook
  8. Calculator

Sewing Toolkit and Drafting Paper

All students who take TaF.tc's Sewing Courses are required to bring their own Sewing Toolkit and Drafting Paper for class.

  • Sewing Toolkit - TaF.tc Student Price S$55/set (Retail Price S$70/set).
  • Drafting Paper (10 yards) - TaF.tc Student Price S$7 (Retail Price S$10).
  • Students can purchase the Sewing Toolkit and Drafting Paper from SMH Craft [101 Upper Cross St, #03-32 People's Park Centre, S(058357)] and get the Student Price by showing their TaF.tc Student Mobile App.
  • Click here to download the Sewing Toolkit and Drafting Paper list.
You will need a Laptop OR Computer Or Tablet, whichever you prefer, for viewing your E-books and completing classwork.

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FAQs

We do not offer any make-up or replacement classes.

Yes! You can use any SkillsFuture Credits you have to pay for course fees.

We highly discourage you from missing any classes since the entire program is designed to be hands-on intensive. There is also a minimum attendance requirement of 75% of training hours for Singaporean and PRs, and 90% of training hours for international students. If you do not meet the 75% attendance requirement, you will not be eligible to enjoy subsidies nor to sit for the assessment. Make sure you block off your time during your training with us or find an intake option that will ensure you do not miss any classes. You will only wish that you had more time in the class!

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