Integrated concepts for the design of fashion products with a focus on eco-design
Microcredential title
CREATIVE AND FUNCTIONAL FASHION DESIGN
Module title
Digital sketching/drawing of fashion design
EQF level
EQF 5
ECTS credits
2 ECTS
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.
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.insert
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.
Course 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.