St Mary’s College (Wellington)
Level 3 Fashion Design Technology
13FDT
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge:
Ms S. Mountfort.

This course is open entry.
- Fashion Design Technology is a hands-on, creative subject.
- You will learn about the elements and principles of design and develop knowledge about materials, techniques, and processes that can be used in your own fashion projects.
- You will develop a brief that addresses a need or opportunity, develop a conceptual design, test out design ideas, techniques, and materials, and prototype your design. You will also learn about sustainable practices and how they can be applied in fashion design.
- You will learn to evaluate and critique designs.
Involves:
- Creativity, problem solving, critical thinking, technical skills, and understanding of social, cultural, and ethical implications
Course Overview:
- 3 Internals, 1 External
- 20 credits total
Learning Areas:
Technology
Career Pathways
Animator/Digital Artist, Mining Engineer, Advertising Specialist, Copywriter, Sales and Marketing Manager, Aeronautical Engineer, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Business Analyst, Software Developer, Statistician, Architect, Architectural Technician, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artist, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Electronics Engineer, Glazier, Baker, Patternmaker, Tailor/Dressmaker, Cutter, Fashion Designer, Sewing Machinist, Jeweller, Make-up Artist, Model, Photographer, Garment Technician
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Voluntary course contribution of $55.