| Course Name |
Sewing Skills - Clare Street |
| Course Provider |
TUS - Limerick Campuses |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
TUS - Technological University of the Shannon |
| Course Code |
61901 (Assigned by Qualifax. Not an official code) |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Certificate of Completion |
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Technological University of the Shannon |
None |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Evening |
| Location (Districts) |
Limerick City |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
The next proposed start date is TBC for Autumn 2022. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
Delivery
10 weeks, 2 hours per week.
Monday evenings from 7.00pm to 9.00pm |
| Course Fee |
Fees €300 |
| Entry Requirements |
There are no formal academic entry requirements.
Participants will be required to provide certain materials, a list of which can be requested from the Flexible Learning Office. |
| Course Content |
Expand+This programme has been created for those interested in learning how to use a domestic sewing machine and those who would like to build on their existing knowledge. While on the course you will develop an understanding of the sewing and construction ...
Hide-This programme has been created for those interested in learning how to use a domestic sewing machine and those who would like to build on their existing knowledge. While on the course you will develop an understanding of the sewing and construction of a skirt. Through demonstrations, practical exercises and one-to-one support.
You will also learn a range of sewing techniques such as seams top stitch, hand stitching and the insertion of lapped zip, invisible zip and professionally finishing on a garment.
On completion of the course students will be able to:
Confidently use a domestic sewing machine
Apply basic sewing skills
Develop an understanding of basic blocks and relevant information
Select appropriate materials and trims
Cut commercial patterns
Construct a skirt pattern using an appropriate finish
Understand the terminology used within the fashion industry
Qualification
A Certificate of Completion will be issued to eligible participants
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| Subjects Taught |
This course will introduce students to:
Setting up and sewing, using a domestic sewing machine
Working with blocks to create basic skirt toiles
Support with selecting the appropriate materials
Laying and cutting fabric using a commercial pattern
Reading and Sewing a commercial pattern (skirt pattern) |
| Assessment Method |
Continuous evaluation will take place with final evaluation on completion of programme |
| Further Enquiries |
Flexible Learning Team
flexible@lit.ie
For queries relating to the course content
Contact: Alan Kelly
Email: alanj.kelly@lit.ie |
| Location |
Clare Street |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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