Micro-credential:
Integrated concepts for the design of fashion products with a focus on eco-design
Part of pathway
CREATIVE AND FUNCTIONAL FASHION DESIGN
Part of module
Digital sketching/drawing of fashion design
EQF level
EQF 5
ECVET credits
2 ECVET
Learning methods and duration
Approximately 50 hours (10 hours e-learning, 2 hours face-to-face, 33 hours work-based learning, 5 hours assessment)
Assessment methods
- Initial assessment (quiz)
- Formative assessment (quizzes, group work and activities)
- Summative assessment (projects and assignments)
General objective
The learner will be introduced to:
- the fundamental principles of eco-design in the development of fashion products, with emphasis on environmental, technical and market requirements.
- the technical, functional and ecological properties of materials and components relevant to the sustainable design of fashion products.
- the relationships between sustainability, quality, repairability and production processes within the fashion industry.
- the application of digital design tools and eco-design methods in the development and presentation of sustainable fashion design concepts.
Timing
Responsible institution
University of Zagreb (Croatia)
Contact
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
After the completion of this module, learners will:
- Explain and analyse the principles of eco-design in the context of fashion product development, considering environmental, technical, and market requirements.
- Analyse the technical, functional, and ecological properties of materials and components relevant to the sustainable design of fashion products.
- Explain the relationship between the principles of sustainability, quality, repairability, and sustainable design and production processes in the fashion industry.
- Evaluate design proposals in terms of the application of sustainable practices and compliance with environmental and technological standards
Skills
After the completion of this module, learners will be able to:
- Apply eco-design principles when developing design concepts for fashion products.
- Use 2D vector software to create digital sketches and technical drawings of fashion products, emphasising sustainability.
- Develop design concepts for fashion products that meet eco-design criteria.
- Present the developed design concepts for fashion products based on eco-design principles.
- Propose improvements to design solutions based on evaluations of sustainability and technological feasibility.
Competences
After the completion of this module, learners will:
- Apply eco-design principles to develop conceptual solutions for fashion products.
- Designs and presents original or innovative solutions for fashion products in accordance with eco-design principles, including sustainability, quality, repairability, and durability.
- Evaluates design concepts based on sustainable practices and technical standards.
Content
Unit 1: Introduction to Eco-design and Sustainable Fashion
- Basics of eco-design and its role in reducing the environmental impact of products throughout their entire life cycle.
- Key eco-design strategies: material reduction, life extension, and design for disassembly, reuse, and recycling.
- Principles of Design for Assembly (DfA) and Design for Disassembly (DfD) in the context of circular production.
- Examples of eco-design applied to fashion products, with emphasis on sustainability, durability, and innovation.
Unit 2: Digital Sketches, Technical Drawings, and Sustainable Materials in Fashion Design
- Digital sketches for early concept visualisation and integration of sustainability principles.
- Technical drawings showing cuts, seams, assembly methods, and auxiliary components for production.
- Analysis of materials, including physical, mechanical, and performance properties.
- Selection of sustainable and recyclable materials and components for fashion product design.
Unit 3: Design and Development of Sustainable Fashion Concepts Based on Eco-design Criteria
- Fundamentals of concept design and its role in communicating the message, style, and innovation of a fashion product or brand.
- Research, goal definition, and use of keywords to structure and guide the design process.
- Visualisation of ideas through sketches to explore and refine design concepts.
- Integration of sustainability principles, including Design for Assembly (DfA), life cycle assessment, and selection of environmentally friendly materials
Unit 4: Presentation, Evaluation and Analysis of Eco-design Concepts Based on Ecological and Technological Criteria
- Presentation of eco-design concepts, emphasising sustainability features and clear communication.
- Evaluation of designs based on ecological and technological criteria, including materials, production, and recyclability.
- Analysis and refinement of design solutions using feedback to optimise sustainability and functionality.
