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Fashion Technology: A Beginner’s Guide to CLO 3D

University for the Creative Arts via FutureLearn

Overview

Get ahead of the pack by developing fashion industry-approved digital skills

Skills with 3D imaging and virtual prototyping programs such as CLO 3D are becoming increasingly sought after in the world of fashion design.

This four-week course will help you learn the tools and techniques that the fashion industry is hungry for as you hone your fashion tech skills using fashion design software.

Develop your digital design knowledge with futuristic fashion technology

On this course, you’ll gain an understanding of digitalised fashion design processes and trace the journey from initial ideas to completed, three-dimensional designs.

Improve your pattern making skills and learn how to create a 3D garment from scratch

As the weeks progress, you’ll grow in confidence and use your digital design skills to create your very own, uniquely styled garment. This will help you build both relevant skills and individual designs to add to your CV and portfolio.

Increase your employability in the fashion world with better virtual prototyping skills

An ever-increasing number of fashion brands, from high-end names like Gucci and Louis Vuitton, to major high street presences are making strides in the virtual market. This means they’re always on the lookout for designers with digital skills.

This course will ensure you upskill in a hugely sought-after area of expertise, developing your digital skills as you become proficient in using CLO 3D.

By the end, you’ll be able to design various garments and be able to adapt the skills you have learnt over the weeks to fit any brief and showcase your skills to prospective employers.

This course is designed for fashion students and professionals with an interest in expanding their current digital skill set and developing an understanding of digital fashion technology.

To take part in this course, you’ll need to install CLO 3D at your PC or laptop. Please follow this link.

Syllabus

  • Getting started: What is CLO 3D? Foundations in CLO 3D.
    • Introduction & Interface
    • User settings & Navigation
    • Basic skills 1- drawing a T-shirt(1)
    • Basic skills 1- drawing a T-shirt(2)
    • Wrap-up
  • Getting better: Two practices to understand basic pattern cutting skills in CLO 3D.
    • Introduction
    • Basic skills 2 - making trousers (1)
    • Basic skills 2 - making trousers (2)
    • Basic skills 3 - making a blouse (1)
    • Basic skills 3 - making a blouse (2)
    • Wrap-up
  • Exploring: Essential skills to make your own style in CLO 3D
    • Introduction
    • Basic skills 4 - Tools to optimize 3D simulation and fix collisions.
    • Basic skills 5 - making a smocking dress
    • Basic skills 6 - making a down jacket (1)
    • Basic skills 6 - making a down jacket (2)
    • Wrap-up
  • Exploring: Essential skills to make your garments looking better
    • Introduction
    • Basic skills 7 - fabric and material
    • Basic skills 7 - print
    • Basic skill 7 - graphic
    • Prestation
    • Wrap-up

Taught by

cheryl Yu

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