AKTU Pattern Grading (BBFD651) Syllabus PDF – BFAD 3rd Year

Course Objectives

• To develop a comprehensive understanding of pattern grading and its principles.
• To sensitize students to the need and importance of grading in garment production.
• To enhance knowledge of different grading methods and techniques.
• To develop practical skills in grading flat patterns accurately.
• To acquire knowledge of computer-aided grading software used in the apparel industry.
• To familiarize students with the effective use of pattern making, grading, and marker planning software.
• To understand the role of grading in achieving accurate garment fit across different size ranges.

Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

• Apply different methods and techniques of pattern grading.
• Grade flat patterns accurately for various garment styles.
• Understand and apply domestic and international sizing systems in garment grading.
• Maintain design proportions and garment fit while grading patterns.
• Perform manual and computer-aided grading for a variety of apparel products.
• Use computer software for pattern making, grading, and marker planning effectively.
• Demonstrate technical proficiency in CAD-based grading and marker making for efficient garment production.
• Integrate grading techniques with industry standards for apparel manufacturing.

Course Content

UNIT–I: Introduction to Grading

• Introduction to pattern grading
• Concept and importance of grading
• Grading terminology
• Standard sizes and body measurements
• Methods of grading: o Stack method o Track method
• Types of grading: o Horizontal grading o Vertical grading o Diagonal grading UNIT–II: Grading of Master Blocks
• Grading of basic bodice
• Grading of front bodice
• Grading of back bodice
• Grading of basic sleeve
• Grading of basic collar
• Grading of torso block UNIT–III: Grading of Adult Sleeve Blocks
• Set-in sleeve
• Set-in sleeve with elbow dart
• Set-in sleeve with cuff dart
• Kimono sleeve
• Raglan sleeve UNIT–IV: Grading of Collars and Lapels
• Tailored collar
• Tailored lapel
• Shawl collar UNIT–V: Grading of Skirts and Trousers
• Straight skirt
• Front and back skirt grading
• Flared trousers UNIT–VI: Application to Styled Garments
• Grading of paneled jacket
• Grading of shirt UNIT–VII: Developing Gradients
• Development of grading increments (gradients)
• Creating small and medium sizes from available extra-small and large-size patterns
• Developing graded patterns for: o Basic bodice o Basic sleeve o Basic skirt UNIT–VIII: Computer-Aided Pattern Development
• Pattern development using CAD
• Computerized pattern grading
• Marker making and marker planning
• Fabric utilization and marker efficiency
• Introduction to CAD software for pattern making, grading, and marker planning

Suggested Assignments

Execute grading of front and back for a basic knee length dress Develop pattern of small and medium size with the available extra small and large size pattern of the following Basic collar Set-in sleeve (any one) Grown on sleeve (any one) Develop gradient of double breasted jacket Make a visit to an export house to observe grading and submit an illustrated report.

Suggested Visits Export house Guest Lectures Industry CAD expert from garment manufacturing units

Text Books

Cooklin, Gerry, Pattern Grading For Women’s Clothes, Om Books International, 2009 Cooklin, Gerry, Pattern Grading For Men’s Clothes, Om Books International, 2009 Cooklin, Gerry, Garment Technology For fashion Designer’s, Om Books International, 2009 Bray, Natalis, More Dress Pattern Designing, Beekman Books Inc, 1974 Prics, Jeanne & Zamkoff, Bernard, Grading Techniques for Modern Design”, Fairchild Publications, New York, 1996

Reference Books

Carolyn L. Moore, Kathy K. Mullet, Margaret B. Prevatt Young, Concepts of Pattern Grading 2nd Edition:

Techniques for Manual and Computer Grading, Om Books International, Bloomsbury Academic, 2008 Jack Handford, Gerry, Professional Pattern Grading for Women's, Men's, and Children's Apparel, Fairchild Publications, 2003 Jack Kirschner, Pattern Grading, Simplified: A Manual for Grading Women's Misses', Juniors' and Children's Dresses, Suits and Coats, Fairchild Publications, 1950 Patrick J. Taylor, Martin M. Shoben, Patrick S. Taylor, Grading for the Fashion Industry: With Children's Wear and Men's Wear, Nelson Thornes Limited, 1990

Online Resources

http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/4368/making-sense-of-pattern- grading/page/all http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pattern_grading http://www.textileschool.com/School/Apparel/ApparelManufacturing/PatternGradi ng.aspx