How to Become Garment Technologist? Weaving Threads of Success

One of the most significant improvements in the fashion industry has been the adoption of technology. Melding design education with science and technology fosters a professional approach toward technical aspects of clothing production and garment fabrication.

Here’s the article published in Network 18 by Saurabh Deo - Associate Professor, Fashion Design, IIAD about “How to Become Garment Technologist? Weaving Threads of Success”

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF GARMENT TECHNOLOGIST

A garment technologist is someone who works on various stages of clothing development. From determining whether the design is feasible to selecting the best method for making the garment and may revise the design as needed due to practical constraints.

POTENTIAL GARMENT TECHNOLOGY COURSES

Garment Technology courses range from short-term certificate courses to high-level diploma, undergraduate and graduate programs such as B.Des., BSc, B.A., M.Des., and M.Sc.

Specializations available include Garment sewing, Garment Manufacturing, The History of Costumes, Fashion Designing, Science and Liberal arts, Fashion Styling, Design Management, Fashion Art and Sketching, Production of textile, Apparel Pattern Making, different types of Garment Knitting including Computerized aided knitting, Trends and Forecasting for Apparel, design process, production and planning, retailing and marketing, which are all covered in a Fashion Designing course.

PROGRESSION AND CAREER PATH

As the fashion industry continues to modernize and incorporate new technology, the demand for individuals in technical roles grows. As a result, the demand for garment technologists is expanding.

After earning a qualification in fashion or textiles, you may be able to start as a garment technology assistant and then progress to become a technologist through on-the-job training.

You would undoubtedly ponder a career as a Garment Technologist if you enjoy machines, practical work, and technolog