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Semester-I
Apparel Pattern Making
Course Code: MCT103 L-3, P-0, C-3
Objectives: To develop an understanding of the principles of pattern making and help in acquiring skills
required for garment making.
Course Contents
Unit – I
Methods of pattern making: (a) Drafting; (b) Flat pattern; (c) Draping
Their principles, applications and limitations in clothing construction.
Types of block patterns-standard, simplified, tailored, trade, primary and secondary blocks, blocks for
knitted fabric, commercial pattern. (8 hours)
Unit – II
Anthropometric measurements and their values, body proportion, figure types and sizes, measurement for
men’s tailored garments, methods of measuring female figure for different garments. (8 hours)
Unit – III
Techniques of grading block, pattern envelope-front, back pattern making, pattern guide sheet, clothing
terminology. (8 hours)
Unit – IV
Scope of dress and apparel design, role and responsibilities of designer, use of construction features in
design. (8 hours)
Unit – V
Elements of art and principles of design and their application on apparel. Factors influencing in selection of
clothes. (8 hours)
Suggested Readings:
1. Erwin and Kinchen, Clothing for Modern, Macmillan and Co., New York
2. Winfred Aldrich, Fabric Form and Flat Pattern Cuttings, Om Books Service, New Delhi.
3. Kallal, Clothing Construction, Macmillan Publishing Company, New York.
* Latest editions of the books are recommended.
M. Sc. Home Science (C & T) Revised Syllabus Applicable w.e.f. Academic Session 2011-12 Page 7