Recent Scheme of Work on Garment Making

Syllabus for Senior Secondary




FIRST TERM
SSS 1 SSS 2 SSS 3
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 2

Theme: Introduction To Garment Making

Topic: The importance of clothes/ garments

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Reasons for wearing clothes/ garments,
2. Identification. of clothing items.
3. Identification clothes/garments for different occasions
WEEK 2

Theme: Figure Types And Garment Making

Topic: Figure types

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. The three main Figure Types.
2. Variations of the main Figure Types.
WEEK 2

Theme: Pattern Drafting 2

Topic: Drafting basic skirt blocks

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Measurements for drafting Skirt Blocks.
2. Drafting of Skirt Blocks,
WEEK 3

Theme: Introduction To Garment Making

Topic: The concept of garment designing

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Definition of garment designing.
2. Principles of design.
3. Elements of design.
4. Factors that influence garment designing e.g. age, figure type, etc.
WEEK 3

Theme: Figure Types And Garment Making

Topic: Figure types (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. The three main Figure Types.
2. Variations of the main Figure Types.
WEEK 3

Theme: Pattern Drafting 2

Topic: Drafting basic trouser blocks

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Measurements for drafting Trouser Blocks.
2. Drafting of Trouser Blocks.
WEEK 4

Theme: Introduction To Garment Making

Topic: Economic importance of garment designing

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Importance of garment designing to the individual, the family and the nation.
2. Economic value of garment making.
WEEK 4

Theme: Figure Types And Garment Making

Topic: Fabric selection for the various figure types

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Colour suitable for the various Figure Types
2. Textures appropriate for the various Figure Types.
3. Design/Pattern suitable for the various Figure Types e.g. lines, prints, etc.
WEEK 4

Theme: Pattern Drafting 2

Topic: Drafting basic trouser blocks (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Measurements for drafting Trouser Blocks.
2. Drafting of Trouser Blocks.
WEEK 5

Theme: Introduction To Garment Making

Topic: Entrepreneurship in garment making

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Entrepreneurship/ Small business management.
2. Qualities of an entrepreneur.
3. Advantages of entrepreneurship.
4. Factors to be considered when going into garment making business.
WEEK 5

Theme: Figure Types And Garment Making

Topic: Fabric selection for the various figure types (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Colour suitable for the various Figure Types
2. Textures appropriate for the various Figure Types.
3. Design/Pattern suitable for the various Figure Types e.g. lines, prints, etc.
WEEK 5

Theme: Adaptation Of Patterns 2

Topic: Adaptation of skirt patterns

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Techniques of pattern Adaptation viz: dart manipulation and slashing and spreading methods.
2. Adaptation of Skirt Styles from the Basic Skirt Blocks.
WEEK 6

Theme: Sewing Tools And Equipment

Topic: Simple sewing tools & equipment

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Identification of various types of sewing tools and equipment.
2. Classification of sewing tools and equipment according functions viz:
• measuring
• marking
• cutting
• joining
• pressing
• fitting
• storage.
3. Points to consider in choosing sewing tools and equipment.
WEEK 6

Theme: Figure Types And Garment Making

Topic: Fabric selection for the various figure types (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Colour suitable for the various Figure Types
2. Textures appropriate for the various Figure Types.
3. Design/Pattern suitable for the various Figure Types e.g. lines, prints, etc.
WEEK 6

Theme: Adaptation Of Patterns 2

Topic: Adaptation of trousers and knickers pattern

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Adaptation of different Trouser Styles from the Trouser Blocks.
2. Adaptation of Knickers from the Trouser Blocks.
WEEK 7

Theme: Sewing Tools And Equipment

Topic: The sewing machine

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Types of sewing machines.
2. Use of different types of sewing machines.
3. Parts of the sewing machine and their functions.
WEEK 7

Theme: Figure Types And Garment Making

Topic: Choice of styles

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Styles suitable for various Figure Types e.g. Figure with large bust, Figure with large hips, Figure with thin waist, etc.
2. Solving Figure Problems using Style features.
WEEK 7

Theme: Adaptation Of Patterns 2

Topic: Adaptation of other out fits eg gowns , jumpers etc.

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Adaptation of Gowns from Bodice/Blouse Patterns.
2. Adaptation of Jumpers from Shirt Block or Pattern.
WEEK 8

Theme: Sewing Tools And Equipment

Topic: Care of sewing tools and equipment

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Importance of care and maintenance of sewing tools and equipment.
2. Care of simple sewing tools and equipment.
3. Care and maintenance of the sewing machines.
WEEK 8

Theme: Figure Types And Garment Making

Topic: Choice of styles (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Styles suitable for various Figure Types e.g. Figure with large bust, Figure with large hips, Figure with thin waist, etc.
2. Solving Figure Problems using Style features.
WEEK 8

Theme: Adaptation Of Patterns 2

Topic: Adaptation of other out fits eg gowns , jumpers etc (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Adaptation of Gowns from Bodice/Blouse Patterns.
2. Adaptation of Jumpers from Shirt Block or Pattern.
WEEK 9

Theme: Sewing Tools And Equipment

Topic: Common machine fault & remedies or solution

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Common Machine Faults/Problems.
2. Causes of the faults.
3. Solutions/Remedies to the machine problems.
4. Improper use of machine parts.
WEEK 9

Theme: Figure Types And Garment Making

Topic: Choice of styles (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Styles suitable for various Figure Types e.g. Figure with large bust, Figure with large hips, Figure with thin waist, etc.
2. Solving Figure Problems using Style features.
WEEK 9

Theme: Sewing Of Skirts, Trousers, Gowns And Jumpers

Topic: Practical construction of skirts , trousers ,gowns & jumpers

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Revision of the unit method of garment making.
2. Application of the basic garment making processes in sewing skirts, trousers, gowns and jumpers.

WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION
WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION
WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION

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SECOND TERM
SSS 1 SSS 2 SSS 3
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 2

Theme: Basic Sewing Processes

Topic: Basic stitches

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Types of stitches: temporary and permanent.
2. Uses of various stitches.
3. Procedures for making stitches.
WEEK 2

Theme: Pattern Drafting 1

Topic: Drafting of bodice block

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Styles suitable for various Figure Types e.g. Figure with large bust, Figure with large hips, Figure with thin waist, etc.
2. Solving Figure Problems using Style features.
WEEK 2

Theme: Setting Up A Garment Making Business

Topic: Minimum requirements for setting up a garment making business

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Basic requirements for Garment Making Business.
2. Estimation of the cost of the minimum requirements.
WEEK 3

Theme: Basic Sewing Processes

Topic: Seams & seam finishes

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Seams.
2. Types of Seam and where they are used.
3. Types of Seam finishes.
4. Points to consider when choosing a seam.
WEEK 3

Theme: Pattern Drafting 1

Topic: Drafting of bodice block (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Styles suitable for various Figure Types e.g. Figure with large bust, Figure with large hips, Figure with thin waist, etc.
2. Solving Figure Problems using Style features.
WEEK 3

Theme: Setting Up A Garment Making Business

Topic: Factors that can affect small business

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Factors that contribute to Success of Small Businesses.
2. Factors that contribute to Failure of Small Businesses.
WEEK 4

Theme: Basic Sewing Processes

Topic: Disposal of fullness

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Methods of Disposing Fullness g. darts, pleats, gathers, etc.
2. Procedures for making darts, pleats, gathers, etc.
WEEK 4

Theme: Pattern Drafting 1

Topic: Drafting of shirt block

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Measurements for drafting bodice blocks.
2. Drafting of bodice blocks.
WEEK 4

Theme: Setting Up A Garment Making Business

Topic: Financing a business

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Finance.
2. Sources of Finance for a Small Business.
3. Managing Finance.
WEEK 5

Theme: Basic Sewing Processes

Topic: Disposal of fullness (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Methods of Disposing Fullness g. darts, pleats, gathers, etc.
2. Procedures for making darts, pleats, gathers, etc.
WEEK 5

Theme: Pattern Drafting 1

Topic: Drafting of shirt block (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Measurements for drafting bodice blocks.
2. Drafting of bodice blocks.
WEEK 5

Theme: Setting Up A Garment Making Business

Topic: Profit /price fixing

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Determination of profit margin.
2. Factors to consider in fixing the price.
WEEK 6

Theme: Basic Sewing Processes

Topic: Facing & interfacing

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Types of Facings.
2. Functions of Facings.
3. Types and functions of Interfacings.
4. Other Edge Finishes.
WEEK 6

Theme: Pattern Drafting 1

Topic: Drafting of basic sleeve block

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Measurements for drafting the Sleeve Blocks.
2. Drafting of the Sleeve Blocks.
WEEK 6

Theme: Setting Up A Garment Making Business

Topic: customer relationship

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Maintaining healthy Customer Relationship.
2. Customer Credit.
WEEK 7

Theme: Basic Sewing Processes

Topic: Facing & interfacing (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Types of Facings.
2. Functions of Facings.
3. Types and functions of Interfacings.
4. Other Edge Finishes.
WEEK 7

Theme: Pattern Drafting 1

Topic: Drafting of basic sleeve block (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Measurements for drafting the Sleeve Blocks.
2. Drafting of the Sleeve Blocks.
WEEK 7

Theme: Setting Up A Garment Making Business

Topic: Record keeping

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Types of Records necessary for Small Businesses.
2. Importance of Record Keeping.
3. Tips for adequate Record Keeping.
WEEK 8

Theme: Basic Sewing Processes

Topic: Opening and fastening

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Types of Openings.
2. Types of Fastenings.
3. Functions of Openings and Fastenings.
WEEK 8

Theme: Pattern Drafting 1

Topic: Drafting of basic collars

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Measurements for drafting the Sleeve Blocks.
2. Drafting of the Sleeve Blocks.
WEEK 8

Theme: Setting Up A Garment Making Business

Topic: Promoting a business

Sub-Topic: 1. Meaning of Business promotion.
2. Types of promotional activities.
3. Importance of Business promotion.
Content:
WEEK 9

Theme: Basic Sewing Processes

Topic: Opening and fastening (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Types of Openings.
2. Types of Fastenings.
3. Functions of Openings and Fastenings.
WEEK 9

Theme: Pattern Drafting 1

Topic: Drafting of basic collars (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Measurements for drafting the Sleeve Blocks.
2. Drafting of the Sleeve Blocks.
WEEK 9

Theme: Setting Up A Garment Making Business

Topic: Promoting a business (Cont.)

Sub-Topic: 1. Meaning of Business promotion.
2. Types of promotional activities.
3. Importance of Business promotion.

WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION
WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION
WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION

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THIRD TERM
SSS 1 SSS 2 SSS 3
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 2

Theme: Patterns In Garment Making

Topic: The concept of patterns (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. a) Pattern
b) Pattern Drafting.
2. Advantages of the use of Patterns.
3. Tools and Equipment for Pattern drafting.
4. Pattern markings and symbols.
WEEK 2

Theme: Adaptation Of Patterns 1

Topic: Adaptation of blouse pattern

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Measurements for drafting the Basic Collars.
2. Drafting of the Basic Collars e.g. peter-pan/flat collar, shirt collar, tie collar, shawl collar, etc.
WEEK 2

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 3

Theme: Patterns In Garment Making

Topic: The concept of patterns

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. a) Pattern
b) Pattern Drafting.
2. Advantages of the use of Patterns.
3. Tools and Equipment for Pattern drafting.
4. Pattern markings and symbols.
WEEK 3

Theme: Adaptation Of Patterns 1

Topic: Adaptation of blouse pattern (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Measurements for drafting the Basic Collars.
2. Drafting of the Basic Collars e.g. peter-pan/flat collar, shirt collar, tie collar, shawl collar, etc.
WEEK 3

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 4

Theme: Patterns In Garment Making

Topic: Ways of obtaining patterns

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Different ways of obtaining Patterns e.g. draping, flat Pattern method, Computer aided design, etc.
WEEK 4

Theme: Adaptation Of Patterns 1

Topic: Adaptation of shirt pattern

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Techniques Pattern adaptation continued.
2. Adaptation of shirt styles using the shirt blocks.
WEEK 4

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 5

Theme: Patterns In Garment Making

Topic: Ways of obtaining patterns (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Different ways of obtaining Patterns e.g. draping, flat Pattern method, Computer aided design, etc.
WEEK 5

Theme: Adaptation Of Patterns 1

Topic: Adaptation of shirt pattern (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Techniques Pattern adaptation continued.
2. Adaptation of shirt styles using the shirt blocks.
WEEK 5

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 6

Theme: Patterns In Garment Making

Topic: The free hand method

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Freehand method of cutting.
2. Techniques involved in freehand cutting.
3. Merits and' demerits of freehand method cutting.
WEEK 6

Theme: Adaptation Of Patterns 1

Topic: Adaptation of collars

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Adaptation of Collar styles using the basic Collars.
2. Adaptation of some Collars from neckI lines of Blouses/Shirts.
WEEK 6

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 7

Theme: Patterns In Garment Making

Topic: The free hand method (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Freehand method of cutting.
2. Techniques involved in freehand cutting.
3. Merits and' demerits of freehand method cutting.
WEEK 7

Theme: Adaptation Of Patterns 1

Topic: Adaptation of collars (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Adaptation of Collar styles using the basic Collars.
2. Adaptation of some Collars from neckI lines of Blouses/Shirts.
WEEK 7

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 8

Theme: Patterns In Garment Making

Topic: Body measurements

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Importance of taking accurate body measurements.
2. Principles involved in taking accurate body measurements.
3. Essential body parts to be measured.
4. Procedures for taking body measurements.
WEEK 8

Theme: Sewing Of Blouses Or Skirts

Topic: Practical construction of blouses and shirt

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Unit method of sewing.
2. Application of the unit method and basic sewing processes in making blouses and shirts.
WEEK 8

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 9

Theme: Patterns In Garment Making

Topic: Body measurements (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Importance of taking accurate body measurements.
2. Principles involved in taking accurate body measurements.
3. Essential body parts to be measured.
4. Procedures for taking body measurements.
WEEK 9

Theme: Sewing Of Blouses Or Skirts

Topic: Practical construction of blouses and shirt (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Unit method of sewing.
2. Application of the unit method and basic sewing processes in making blouses and shirts.
WEEK 9

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:

WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION
WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION
WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION



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