Description

Course Name: Certified Apparel Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Designer

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/AT/CACAD/V1

Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).

Objective: This course is designed to provide participants with the skills to use Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software specifically for apparel design and pattern creation. The curriculum covers the fundamentals of digital garment design, including creating flat sketches, modifying patterns, and performing garment simulations using CAD tools. 

Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to CAD in Apparel Design: Overview of CAD Software for Apparel, Role and Responsibilities of a CAD Designer, Key CAD Tools Used in Apparel (Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Gerber, Lectra, etc.), Importance of CAD in the Fashion Industry, Workflow from Concept to Digital Design, Understanding the Integration of CAD with CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing).

Module 2: Digital Fashion Sketching and Illustration: Basics of Digital Fashion Drawing, Using CAD Tools for Fashion Illustration, Creating Fashion Figures and Croquis in CAD, Understanding Proportions and Body Anatomy in Digital Fashion Sketching, Adding Colors, Patterns, and Textures to Digital Designs, Drawing Accessories and Garments Using CAD Tools.

Module 3: Pattern Making and Grading with CAD: Introduction to Digital Pattern Making, Creating and Modifying Patterns in CAD Software, Grading Patterns for Multiple Sizes, Adjusting Fit Using CAD Tools, Importing and Exporting Patterns Between CAD and CAM Systems, Ensuring Seam Allowances, Notches, and Markings are Accurate in CAD Patterns.

Module 4: Fabric Simulation and Visualization in CAD: Understanding Fabric Types and Textures for CAD Simulation, Using CAD Software to Apply Fabrics to Digital Garments, Rendering Fabric Properties like Stretch, Drape, and Texture, Visualizing Designs with Realistic Fabric Simulation, Analyzing Fabric and Fit in 3D, Creating Digital Prototypes for Sample Approval.

Module 5: Tech Packs and Technical Design Specifications: Creating Tech Packs for Apparel Using CAD, Including Materials, Construction Details, and Dimensions, Creating Flat Technical Drawings and Product Specifications, Communicating Design Intent Through Technical Illustrations, Understanding Design and Manufacturing Feasibility, Preparing Files for Production with CAD.

Module 6: Finalizing Designs and Preparing for Production: Preparing Final Designs and Patterns for Manufacturing, Understanding File Formats and Their Compatibility with Production Systems, Managing Multiple Design Versions and Revisions in CAD, Integrating Feedback from Designers and Manufacturers into Digital Designs, Presentation of Final Designs and Collections to Clients, Exporting and Printing Designs for Sample Production.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Benefits of Certification:

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🤝 4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certifications from non-profit organizations are mission-driven rather than profit-driven.

📚 5. Access to Verified Learning & Resources – Often includes e-books, mock tests, and online support without hidden costs.

🔍 6. Transparency & Online Verification – Certifications come with a unique Enrolment ID for easy online verification by employers and institutions.

⏳ 7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications usually have lifetime validity or long-term recognition, reducing the need for frequent renewals.