On-Campus Course
ADVANCED
TECHNICAL DRAWING
Developed for those with design experience wanting to advance their skills.
The advanced technical drawing course is designed for those with experience in Photoshop and Illustrator, wanting to take their fashion technical design to the next level. Learn how to efficiently render industry standard technical drawings.
Create realistic interpretations of your designs for presentation purposes. As well as accurate and detailed techpacks for your suppliers.
29 May to 19 June 2021
DURATION: 4 Weeks
MODULES: 4
COST: R 4800
By clicking the apply button, you will be redirected to the short course application form. When you submit the form, you will be redirected to the payment options. Your options are, Snapscan, Payjustnow (3 months installment interest free), Payfast, EFT, and cash/card at DAF campus.
COURSE OUTLINE
The Advanced Technical Drawing course is broken into 4 four-hour lessons on Saturdays at the DAF campus.
Lesson One:
- Introduction/Expectations and requirements. Stage 1 tutorial (outline and details).
Lesson Two:
- Stage 2 tutorial (topstitching details and nuance lines / shadows and fills).
Lesson Three:
- Stage 3 tutorial (filling with texture / buttons and buttonholes).
Lesson Four:
- Stage 4 tutorial (creating an industry standard tech-pack).”
YOUR COURSE CONVENER

Katy-Jane Huemer is a fashion designer and graphic artist. During her final year of her 3-year diploma at Design Academy of Fashion, Katy-Jane was already gaining industry experience through freelancing with one of South Africa’s largest fashion retailers. Katy-Jane continues to freelance for fashion suppliers, high-end brands, and major retailers. Ready to pass on her expert knowledge of industry-standard design.
COURSE OUTCOMES
At the end of this course you will receive a certificate of completion and be able to :
Create industry standard technical drawings.
Create realisitic fashion designs that promote and sell your concepts for presentation.
Deliver visually appealing digital designs.
Create accurate and sound techpacks to drive efficient communication between you and your supplier/manufacturer.
Efficiently create the necessary details to drive productivity.
ADVANCED TECHNICAL DRAWING APPLICATION
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