Introduction to modelism
This course aims to provide a solid foundation for future pattern-makers and seamstresses, or to reinforce and deepen the knowledge and skills of existing textile professionals.
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Training location
For all people, regardless of region or country of residence, who can participate 100% in person in Pézenas
Prerequisites
Brevet des collèges
Proficiency in french, english, or italian
Accessible to all
Accessible to students with a disability after assessment of their ability to adapt to material and technical constraints
Course overview
The pattern maker creates the patterns designed by the designer. They develop the pattern in different sizes and to measure. An essential link in the design studio, they are the mediators between the original idea and the actual production of the garment. Patternmakers have creative, technical and organizational skills. They know anatomy, and are precise, meticulous and exacting in their work to guarantee production quality.
On the other hand, the seamstress carries out all or part of the assembly and finishing operations for textile items on various sewing machines and by hand, according to the deadline imposed by the customer. They must demonstrate autonomy, efficiency, discipline, precision and meticulousness. Upon completion of your training, you will be able to carry out all the steps involved in creating a garment.
Learning objectives
By the end of this course, you will have learned :
- the different steps of pattern-making
- different pattern-making, assembly and sewing techniques
Outline and content
We have designed a comprehensive training program based on 80% practice and 20% theory, and focusing on two learning areas:
Modelism and creation (220h) :
- study of measurements
- easy of use study
- basic pattern-making techniques
- industrial confection technique
- fashion cut
- couture
Theory (32h) :
- haberdashery : tissues and materials
- quality control
Course access
Entry is possible at any time of the year, following an interview to establish the candidate's profile and needs.
Duration and schedule
Training takes place over a total of 252 hours spread over 21 weeks (6 months), excluding school vacations.
- permanent entry / exit
- small groups (maximum 7 people)
Classes take place over half-days in the morning at the following times :
- monday, tuesday, thursday, and friday : 9h to 12h
Technical resources
Professional sewing workshop equipped with:
- technical platform comprising industrial flatbed stitchers, automatic thread cutters and industrial overlock machines
- semi-industrial machines for a wide range of jobs
- invisible hems machine
- industrial electric cutter
- dual-drive machine
- industrial buttonhole machine
- embroiderer machine
- coating machines
- ironing equipment
- high tables for cutting
- male/female mannequins and one adjustable female mannequin (size 38 to 52)
- technical and pedagogical pattern sheets based on Rosa Addabbo's method (square, parrot, light table, etc.)
- haberdashery
- break room
Evaluation methods
At the end of each module, a theoretical and practical knowledge test will be given, and at the end of the course, a garment design test will be given.
Supporting special needs
Our courses are accessible to people with reduced mobility, sensory impairments or any other disability. Please contact us to discuss any possible accommodations if necessary.
