Computer Aided Embroidery & Designing

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF SKILL DEVELOPMENT & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF TRAINING

COMPETENCY BASED CURRICULUM

COMPUTER AIDED EMBROIDERY &

DESIGNING
(Duration: One Year)

CRAFTSMEN TRAINING SCHEME (CTS)

NSQF LEVEL- 4

SECTOR – APPAREL
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COMPUTER AIDED EMBROIDERY &

DESIGNING
(Non-Engineering Trade)

(Revised in 2018)

Version: 1.1

CRAFTSMEN TRAINING SCHEME (CTS)

NSQF LEVEL - 4

Developed By

Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship

Directorate General of Training
CENTRAL STAFF TRAINING AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE
EN-81, Sector-V, Salt Lake City,
Kolkata – 700 091
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The DGT sincerely acknowledges contributions of the Industries, State Directorates,

Trade Experts, Domain Experts and all others who contributed in revising the curriculum.
Special acknowledgement is extended by DGT to the following expert members who had
contributed immensely in this curriculum.

List of Expert members participated for finalizing the course curriculum of Computer Aided
Embroidery and Designing.
Name & Designation
S No. Organization Remarks
Sh/Mr/Ms
1. S. A. Pandav, Regional Dy. DET, Gujarat
Chairman
Director
2. L. K. Mukherjee, DDT CSTARI, Kolkata Co-ordinator
3. Neha K. Shah, Principal ITI- Gorwa, Gujarat Member
4. Chetan Chavda, Fashion Vibgyor Vintage, Vadodara Member
Designer
5. Dr. Tasnim N. Shikh, M.S. University of Baroda, Gujarat Member
Associate Professor
6. Bhanupriya P. Pandya, JD Institute, Vadodara Member
Associate Professor
7. Amit S. Shrivastava, Fashion Abstract , Vadodara Member
Designer
8. P. J. Masih, Principal ITI, Ghoghamba Member
9. Khushi R. Parikh, ITI, Gorwa (Mahila) Member
10. P. K. Bairagi, TO CSTARI, Kolkata Member
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CONTENTS

S No. Topics Page No.

1. Course Information 1

2. Training System 2-5

3. Job Role 6

4. General Information 7-8

5. NSQF Level Compliance 9

6. Learning Outcome 10

7. Learning Outcome with Assessment Criteria 11-16

8. Trade Syllabus 17-22

9. Core Skill – Employability Skill 23-27

10. Annexure I

List of Trade Tools & Equipment 28-29

List of Tools & Equipment for Employability Skill 30
11. Annexure II - Format for Internal Assessment 31
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1. COURSE INFORMATION

During the one-year duration of “Computer Aided Embroidery & Designing” trade, a
candidate is trained on Professional Skill, Professional Knowledge and Employability Skill. In
addition to this, a candidate is entrusted to undertake project work, extracurricular activities
and on-the-job training to build up confidence. The broad components covered under
Professional Skill subject are as below:-

In this year the trainees will apply safe working practices at work place. They will
identify and use embroidery tools, machine and operate with safety precautions. They can
Prepare sample basic hand stitches (Temporary & permanent stitch). They will also acquire the
skill of prepare sample by both the technique (Hand and Machine). They will able to prepare
Indian Dresses, Western Dresses with suitable fabric design using coral draw. They can set up
the machine and machine accessories as per requirement and also troubleshoot the machine
with proper maintenance procedure. They will also Develop the skill to make computerizes
design with the application of software.

The trainees can Setup computerized embroidery machine for transferring the image.
They will able to run the computerized embroidery machine for all the digitizing process. They
will prepare T-shirt used monogramming & logo design. They can also able to Identify, select
and apply the digitizing design and use various techniques e.g. Appliqué work, Sequins work,
Taping work, Cording work, Chenille work.

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2. TRAINING SYSTEM

2.1 GENERAL

The Directorate General of Training (DGT) under Ministry of Skill Development &
Entrepreneurship offers a range of vocational training courses catering to the need of different
sectors of the economy/ labour market. The vocational training programs are delivered under
the aegis of National Council of Vocational Training (NCVT). Craftsman Training Scheme (CTS)
and Apprenticeship Training Scheme (ATS) are two pioneer programsof NCVT for propagating
vocational training.

‘Computer Aided Embroidery & Designing’ trade under CTS is one of the popular courses
delivered nationwide through a network of ITIs. The course is of one year duration. It mainly
consists of Domain area and Core area. The Domain area (Trade Theory & Practical) imparts
professional skills and knowledge, while the core area (Employability Skill) imparts requisite
core skills, knowledge, and life skills. After passing out the training program, the trainee is
awarded National Trade Certificate (NTC) by NCVT which is recognized worldwide.

Candidates broadly need to demonstrate that they are able to:

 Read and interpret technical parameters/documents, plan and organize work processes,
identify necessary materials and tools;
 Perform tasks with due consideration to safety rules, accident prevention regulations
and environmental protection stipulations;
 Apply professional skill, knowledge & employability skills while performing jobs.
 Document the technical parameters related to the task undertaken.

2.2 CAREER PROGRESSION PATHWAYS

 Designer
 Designer Tailor/ Embroiderer
 Pattern Maker
 Pattern Master
 Advance Pattern Master
 Merchandiser
 Supervisor

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2.3 COURSE STRUCTURE

Table below depicts the distribution of training hours across various course elements
during a period of one year: -

Notional Training
S No. Course Element
Hours
1. Professional Skill (Trade Practical) 1260
2. Professional Knowledge (Trade Theory) 252
3. Employability Skills 110
4. Library & Extracurricular activities 58
5. Project Work 160
6. Revision & Examination 240
Total 2080

2.4 ASSESSMENT & CERTIFICATION

The trainee will be tested for his skill, knowledge and attitude during the period of the
course and at the end of the training program as notified by the Government of India (GoI) from
time to time. The employability skills will be tested in the first year itself.

a) The Internal Assessment during the period of training will be done by Formative Assessment
Method by testing for assessment criteria listed against learning outcomes. The training
institute has to maintain an individual trainee portfolio as detailed in assessment guideline. The
marks of internal assessment will be as per the template (Annexure – II).

b) The final assessment will be in the form of summative assessment method. The All India
Trade Test for awarding NTC will be conducted by NCVT as per the guideline of Government of
India. The pattern and marking structure is being notified by Govt. of India from time to time.
The learning outcome and assessment criteria will be the basis for setting question papers for
final assessment. The examiner during final examination will also check the individual
trainee’s profile as detailed in assessment guideline before giving marks for practical
examination.

2.4.1 PASS REGULATION

For the purposes of determining the overall result, weightage of 100% is applied for six
months and one year duration courses and 50% weightage is applied to each examination for
two years courses. The minimum pass percent for Practical is 60% & minimum pass percent for
Theory subjects is 33%.

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2.4.2 ASSESSMENT GUIDELINE

Appropriate arrangements should be made to ensure that there will be no artificial

barriers to assessment. The nature of special needs should be taken into account while
undertaking the assessment. Due consideration should be given while assessing for teamwork,
avoidance/ reduction of scrap/ wastage and disposal of scrap/waste as per procedure,
behavioral attitude, sensitivity to the environment and regularity in training. The sensitivity
towards OSHE and self-learning attitude are to be considered while assessing competency.

Assessment will be evidence based comprising the following:

 Job carried out in labs/workshop

 Record book/ daily diary
 Answer sheet of assessment
 Viva-voce
 Progress chart
 Attendance and punctuality
 Assignment
 Project work

Evidences of internal assessments are to be preserved until forthcoming examination

for audit and verification by examining body. The following marking pattern to be adopted
while assessing:

Performance Level Evidence

(a) Weightage in the range of 60%-75% to be allotted during assessment
For performance in this grade, the  Demonstration of good skills and accuracy in
candidate should produce work which the field of work/ assignments.
demonstrates attainment of an  A fairly good level of neatness and
acceptable standard of craftsmanship consistency to accomplish job activities.
with occasional guidance, and due regard  Occasional support in completing the task/
for safety procedures and practices job.
(b)Weightage in the range of 75%-90% to be allotted during assessment
For this grade, a candidate should  Good skill levels and accuracy in the field of
produce work which demonstrates work/ assignments.
attainment of a reasonable standard of  A good level of neatness and consistency to
craftsmanship, with little guidance, and accomplish job activities.
regard for safety procedures and  Little support in completing the task/ job.
practices
(c) Weightage in the range of more than 90% to be allotted during assessment
For performance in this grade, the  High skill levels and accuracy in the field of
candidate, with minimal or no support in work/ assignments.
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organization and execution and with due  A high level of neatness and consistency to
regard for safety procedures and accomplish job activities.
practices, has produced work which  Minimal or no support in completing the
demonstrates attainment of a high task/ job.
standard of craftsmanship.

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3. JOB ROLE

Embroidery-Machine Operator (Semi-Automatic); tends semiautomatic sewing machine with

multiple-sewing heads controlled by pattern chain that embroiders designs on garments or
garment parts: Positions garment or part over embroidery hoops arranged in hoop frame,
following edges or markings on fabric. Places hoop frame on machine bed and turns
thumbscrews to secure frame to machine. Presses button to start machine that sews design
onto garment or part and stops, or sews one colour of multiple colour design and stops. When
sewing multiple-colour designs, rethreads machine with subsequent colours of thread and
starts machine to complete design. Removes hoop frame from machine on completion of
design and removes garment or part from hoops.

Embroider, Machine; embroiders various designs on fabric or garments by machines. Selects

size and colour of thread and amounts bobbins of thread or machine. Threads needle and
passes yarn through carrier of machine. Adjusts machine for thread tension and type of stitch.
Presses lever to raise needle and inserts material under it. Guides material or sewing arm of
machine in accordance with drawing or outline or guide points of pantograph on enlarged
design. Changes thread as required and replace empty bobbins and broken needles. Removes
article when embroidering is complete. Cleans and oils machine. May mark outlines of design
on material before embroidery is started. May operate machine which embroiders several
articles or designs at one time. May be designated as CROCHETING MACHINE OPERATOR if
embroiders designs using crocheting machine.

Framer-Computerized Embroidery Machine; is responsible for preparation and setup of the

embroidery machine for embroidery and carries out hooping and framing operations. The
Framer is also responsible for removal of frame and fabric panel once the embroidery has been
completed. While the embroidery is done through the computerized embroidery machine, the
Framer needs to monitor the progress, and ensure the required quality of embroidery is
achieved.

Reference NCO-2015:

(i) 8153.0600 – Embroidery-Machine Operator (Semi-Automatic)

(ii) 8153.0500 – Embroider, Machine
(iii) 8153.0701 – Framer-Computerized Embroidery Machine

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4. GENERAL INFORMATION

Name of the Trade Computer Aided Embroidery & Designing

NCO - 2015 8153.0600, 8153.0500, 8153.0701
NSQF Level Level-4
Duration of Craftsmen
One Year
Training

Entry Qualification Passed 10th class examination

Unit Strength (No. of

24
Student)
Space Norms 96 Sq. m

Power Norms 5 KW

Instructors Qualification for:

(i) Computer Aided Degree in Textile Designing/ Fashion Technology/ Costume Design &
Embroidery & Dress Makingfrom recognized university with one year post
Designing Trade qualification experience in the relevant field.
OR
Diploma in Textile Designing/ Fashion Technology/ Costume Design
& Dress Making from a recognized board of education with two-year
post qualification experience in the relevant field.
OR
NTC/ NAC passed in the relevant Trade with three-year post
qualification experience in the relevant field.

Essential Qualification:
Craft Instructor Certificate in relevant trade under NCVT.

Note:
Out of two Instructors required for the unit of 2 (1+1), one must
have Degree/Diploma and other must have NTC/ NAC
qualifications.
(ii) Employability Skill MBA OR BBA with two-year experience OR Graduate in Sociology/
Social Welfare/ Economics with two-year experience OR Graduate/
Diploma with two-year experience and trained in Employability Skills
from DGT institutes.
AND
Must have studied English/ Communication Skills and Basic
Computer at 12th/ Diploma level and above.

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OR
Existing Social Studies Instructors duly trained in Employability
Skills from DGT institutes.
List of Tools and
As per Annexure – I
Equipment
Distribution of training on hourly basis: (Indicative only)

Total Hrs./ Employability Extracurricular

Trade Practical Trade Theory
Week Skills Activity

40 Hours 30 Hours 6 Hours 2 Hours 2 Hours

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5. NSQF LEVEL COMPLIANCE

NSQF level for ‘Computer Aided Embroidery & Designing’ trade under CTS: Level 4

As per notification issued by Govt. of India dated- 27.12.2013 on National Skill

Qualification Framework total 10 (Ten) Levels are defined.

Each level of the NSQF is associated with a set of descriptors made up of five outcome
statements, which describe in general terms, the minimum knowledge, skills and attributes that
a learner needs to acquire in order to be certified for that level.
Each level of the NSQF is described by a statement of learning outcomes in five domains,
known as level descriptors. These five domains are:
a. Process
b. Professional knowledge
c. Professional skill
d. Core skill
e. Responsibility

The Broad Learning outcome of ‘Computer Aided Embroidery & Designing’ trade under
CTS mostly matches with the Level descriptor at Level- 4.

The NSQF level-4 descriptor is given below:

Process Professional
Level Professional Skill Core Skill Responsibility
Required Knowledge
Level 4 Work in Factual Recall and Language to Responsibility
familiar, knowledge demonstrate communicate for own work
predictable, of field of practical skill, written or oral, and learning
routine, knowledge routine and with required
situation or study repetitive in clarity, skill to
of clear choice narrow range of basic Arithmetic
application, using and algebraic
appropriate rule principles, basic
and understanding of
tool, using social political
quality and natural
concepts environment

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6. LEARNINGOUTCOME

Learning outcomes are a reflection of total competencies of a trainee and assessment will
be carried out as per the assessment criteria.

6.1 GENERIC LEARNING OUTCOME

1. Apply safe working practices.

2. Comply with environment regulation and housekeeping.
3. Assist in exigencies and carry out elementary first-aid during emergencies.
4. Work in a team, understand and practice soft skills, technical English to communicate
with required clarity.
5. Explain energy conservation, global warming and pollution and contribute in day-to-
day work by optimally using available resources.
6. Explain personnel finance, entrepreneurship and manage/organize related task in
day-to-day work for personal & societal growth.

6.2 SPECIFIC LEARNING OUTCOME

7. Identify and use embroidery tools, machine and operate with safety precautions.
8. Prepare sample basic hand stitches (Temporary & permanent stitch).
9. Attain the skill to prepare sample by both the technique (Hand and Machine).
10. Embroidery Design the following with suitable fabric design using coral draw
software. (Indian Dresses, Western Dresses)
11. Set up the machine and machine accessories as per requirement
12. Identify, select and troubleshoot the machine with proper maintenance procedure
13. Develop the skill to make computerizes design with the application of software.
14. Setup computerized embroidery machine for transferring the image.
15. Run the computerized embroidery machine for all the digitizing process.
16. Prepare T-shirt used monogramming & logo design.
17. Identify, select and apply the digitizing design and use various techniques e.g.
Appliqué work, Sequins work, Taping work, Cording work, Chenille work

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7. LEARNING OUTCOME WITH ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

GENERIC LEARNING OUTCOME

LEARNING OUTCOME ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Apply safe working 1.1 Follow and maintain procedures to achieve a safe working
practices environment in line with occupational health and safety
regulations and requirements, and according to policy.
1.2 Recognize and report all unsafe situations according to
policy.
1.3 Identify and take necessary precautions on fire and safety
hazards and report according to work policy and procedures.
1.4 Identify, handle and store/ dispose-off dangerous goods and
substances according to policy and procedures following
safety regulations and requirements.
1.5 Identify and observe policies and procedures with regard to
illness or accident.
1.6 Identify safety alarms accurately.
1.7 Report supervisor/ competent of authority in the event of
accident or sickness of any staff and record accident details
correctly according to accident/injury procedures.
1.8 Identify and observe evacuation procedures according to site
policy.
1.9 Identify Personal Productive Equipment (PPE) and use the
same as per related working environment.
1.10 Identify basic first-aid and use them under different
circumstances.
1.11 Identify different fire extinguisher and use the same as per
requirement.

2. Comply with 2.1 Identify environmental pollution & contribute to the avoidance
environment regulation of instances of environmental pollution.
and housekeeping 2.2 Deploy environmental protection legislation & regulations.
2.3 Take opportunities to use energy and materials in an
environmentally friendly manner.
2.4 Avoid waste and dispose waste as per procedure.

3. Assist in exigencies and 3.1 Demonstrate use of personal protective dresses.

carry out elementary 3.2 Identify emergency exit route.
first-aid during 3.3 Demonstrate fire fighting procedure using fire extinguishers.
emergencies.

4. Work in a team, 4.1 Obtain sources of information and recognize information.

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understand and 4.2 Use documents, regulations and occupationally related

practice soft skills, provisions.
technical English to 4.3 Conduct appropriate and target oriented discussions with
communicate with higher authority and within the team.
required clarity. 4.4 Present facts and circumstances, possible solutions & use
English and French terminology.
4.5 Resolve disputes within the team.
4.6 Conduct written communication.

5. Explain energy 5.1 Explain the concept of energy conservation, global warming,
conservation, global pollution and utilize the available recourses optimally & remain
warming and pollution sensitive to avoid environment pollution.
and contribute in day-
to-day work by 5.1 Dispose waste following standard procedure.
optimally using
available resources.

6. Explain personnel 6.1 Explain personnel finance and entrepreneurship.

finance, 6.2 Explain role of various schemes and institutes for self-
entrepreneurship and employment i.e. DIC, SIDA, SISI, NSIC, SIDO, Idea for financing/
manage/organize non-financing support agencies to familiarize with the
related task in day-to- Policies/Programmes & procedure & the available scheme.
day work for personal 6.3 Prepare Project report to become an entrepreneur for
& societal growth. submission to financial institutions.

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SPECIFIC LEARNING OUTCOME

LEARNING OUTCOME ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

7. Identify and use 7.1 Identify embroidery tools.

embroidery tools, 7.2 Identify all parts of equipment and their accessories.
machine operates 7.3 Clean all parts of equipment.
with safety 7.4 Plan and operate.
precautions. 7.5 Identify basic faults and correct.
7.6 Safety and maintenance.

8. Prepare sample basic 8.1 Identify and use the embroidery tools with safely.
hand stitches 8.2 Select raw material for Temporary & permanent basic hand
(Temporary & stitches.
permanent stitch) 8.3 Prepare sample of Temporary stitches such as basting even,
basting uneven, diagonal, slip basting.
8.4 Prepare sample of permanent stitches such as running,
hemming, slip, run & back, over casting.
8.5 Explain difference between Temporary & Permanent stitch
8.6 Sample should be properly finished and pressed.

9. Demonstrate and 9.1 Identify and use the Pressing and Embroidery tools with safety.
prepare sample both 9.2 Select raw material, tools and equipment for tracing method.
technique (Hand and 9.3 Prepare sample of running, back, satin and cross stitch by hand
Machine). embroidery technique.
9.4 Prepare sample of same stitches by computerized embroidery
machine.
9.5 Explain difference between hand embroidery and machine
embroidery.
9.6 Sample should be properly finished and pressed.

10. Embroidery designs the 10.1 Open the software and do the required page setup for the
following with suitable design.
fabric design using 10.2 Identify and use the suitable tools for designing.
coral draw software. 10.3 Sketch the garment with suitable fabric design.
(Indian Dresses, 10.4 Follow the designing principal.
Western Dresses) 10.5 Select the colors and colour combination.
10.6 Apply colour using colour filling tools.
10.7 Save the file in a folder and take the print out of the design
using colour printer.

11. Set up the machine and 11.1 Identify and use the Pressing and Embroidery tools with safety.
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machine accessories as 11.2 Decide the features and placement of the design (Border,
per requirement Spray, Corner, Center, Link, etc) suitable for the part of the
garment (Sleeves, Yokes, Cuffs, Neck, etc).
11.3 Draw the design using already installed by following the
elements of design.
11.4 Apply suitable colors to the design by following color scheme.
11.5 Press the garment part. Transfer the design on the garment.
11.6 Fix the garment part properly on the embroidery frame.
11.7 Select suitable embroidery stitches for the design.
11.8 Start embroidery and complete the design step by step by
applying suitable stitches at the required portions.
11.9 Remove the frame and trim the excess threads.
11.10 Follow the safety instructions throughout the process.

12. Identify, select and 12.1 Machine oiling and maintenance

troubleshoot the 12.2 Trouble shoots the machine whenever required.
machine with proper 12.3 Comply with safe operating principal.
maintenance 12.4 Follow the safety instructions throughout the process.
procedure.

13. Develop the skill to 13.1 Select correct needle, Pressing and Embroidery tools with
make computerizes safety.
design with the 13.2 Open the software (Embroidery Software) and Select already
application of software install Design suitable for a Cushion Cover.
13.3 Digitized and editing stitches.
13.4 Apply suitable colours to the design.
13.5 Decide the placement of the design in the fabric.
13.6 Fix the cushion cover properly on the embroidery frame.
13.7 Select suitable Machine embroidery stitches for the design.
13.8 Do the upper and lower threading of the machine.
13.9 Start embroidery and complete the design step by step by
applying suitable stitches at the required portions.
13.10 Remove the frame trim extra thread and press the cushion
cover neatly.
13.11 Follow safety precaution

14. Setup computerized 14.1 Open the software and do the required design.
embroidery machine 14.2 Identify and use the suitable tools for designing.
for transferring the 14.3 Sketch the garment with suitable fabric design.
image. 14.4 Follow the designing principal.
14.5 Select the colors and color combination.
14.6 Apply color using color filling tools.
14.7 Decide the features and placement of the design.
14.8 Fix the pillow cover properly on the embroidery frame.
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14.9 Select suitable Machine embroidery stitches for the design.

14.10 Do the upper and lower threading of the machine.
14.11 Start embroidery and complete the design step by step by
applying suitable stitches at the required portions.
14.12 Remove the frame trim extra thread and press the pillow cover
neatly.

15. Run the computerized 15.1 Open the embroidery software and do the required design.
embroidery machine 15.2 Identify and use the tools for digitizing.
for all the digitizing 15.3 Sketch the garment with suitable fabric design.
process. 15.4 Follow the designing principal.
15.5 Select suitable stitches for the design.
15.6 Select the colors and color combination.
15.7 Apply color using color filling tools.
15.8 Decide the features and placement of the design.
15.9 Select correct needles, frame, scissor and thread.
15.10 Fix the bed sheet properly on the embroidery frame.
15.11 Do the upper and lower threading of the machine.
15.12 Start embroidery and complete the design step by step by
applying suitable stitches at the required portions.
15.13 Maintain hygiene.
15.14 Maintain safety expects.
15.15 Maintain quality as per requirement.
15.16 Remove the frame trim extra thread and press the bed sheet
neatly.
15.17 Produce a estimate and cost sheet.

16. Prepare T-shirt used 16.1 Open the embroidery software and do the required design.
monogramming & logo 16.2 Identify and use the tools for digitizing.
design. 16.3 Sketch the garment with suitable fabric design.
16.4 Follow the designing principal.
16.5 Select suitable stitches for the design.
16.6 Select the colors and color combination.
16.7 Apply color using color filling tools.
16.8 Decide the features and placement of the design.
16.9 Select correct needles, frame, scissor and thread.
16.10 Fix the T- shirt properly on the embroidery frame.
16.11 Do the upper and lower threading of the machine.
16.12 Start embroidery and complete the design step by step by
applying suitable stitches at the required portions.
16.13 Maintain hygiene.
16.14 Maintain safety expects.
16.15 Maintain quality as per requirement.

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16.16 Remove the frame trim extra thread and press the T- shirt
neatly.
16.17 Produce a estimate and cost sheet.

17. Identify, select and 17.1 Open the embroidery software and do the required design.
apply the digitizing 17.2 Identify and use the tools for digitizing.
design and use various 17.3 Sketch the garment with suitable fabric design.
techniques e.g. 17.4 Follow the designing principal.
Appliqué work, Sequins 17.5 Select suitable stitches for the design.
work, Taping work, 17.6 Select the colors and color combination.
Cording work, Chenille 17.7 Apply color using color filling tools.
work. 17.8 Decide the features and placement of the design.
17.9 Select correct needles, frame, scissor and thread.
17.10 Fix the sari properly on the embroidery frame.
17.11 Do the upper and lower threading of the machine.
17.12 Start embroidery and complete the designs use appliqué,
sequins, taping, cording and chenille step by step by applying
suitable stitches at the required portions.
17.13 Maintain hygiene.
17.14 Maintain safety expects.
17.15 Maintain quality as per requirement.
17.16 Remove the frame trim extra thread and press the bed sheet
neatly.
17.17 Produce a estimate and cost sheet.

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8. SYLLABUS

SYLLABUS - COMPUTER AIDED EMBROIDERY & DESIGNING

Duration – One Year
Professional Skills
Week Reference Learning Professional Knowledge
(Trade Practical)
No. Outcome (Trade Theory)
With Indicative Hours
1 Apply safe working 1. Familiarization with the Familiarization with the
practices. present trend of Institute
computerized Embroidery Introduction to the Trade
by showing samples. (10  History and Invention
hrs.)  Today’s requirements
2. Familiarization with Job Prospects and objective of
Machine & software. (10 the
hrs.) course
3. Observe Safety Precautions.
(10 hrs.)
2 Identify and use 4. Familiarization & Handling Knowledge of Trade related
embroidery tools, of Tools with Safety Practical Tools &their Importance.
machine and operate Exercises on. (30 hrs.) Knowledge of Color Wheel and
with safety  Color Wheel color Schemes.
precautions.  Color Schemes
 Identify the fabric
3 Prepare sample basic 5. Basic Hand Stitches (30 hrs.) Knowledge of Hand Embroidery
hand stitches  Temporary &Stitches
(Temporary &  Basting even
permanent stitch).  Basting uneven
 Diagonal
 Slip basting
 Permanent
 Running stitch
 Hemming stitch
 Slip stitch
 Run and back stitch
 Over casting
 Whip stitch
4-6 Attain the skill to 6. Computer embroidery Different types of Embroidery
prepare sample by knowledge by showing and Computerized embroidery
both the technique swatch collection made by machine.
(Hand and Machine). different machines. (15hrs.) Computerized embroidery and
7. Start and shutdown process its importance.
of machine. (15hrs.)  Introduction to computer
8. Familiarize with different embroidery stitches.
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stitches by running  Manual

computer embroidery  Run and triple run
machine. (15hrs.)  Satin
9. Traditional embroidery:  Step/tatami
Making Embroidery samples  Piping/contour
according to different state  Introduction to Traditional
on traditional fabric and Embroidery according to
traditional threads and different states
traditional motif. (15hrs.)  Its origin
10. Familiarization with  Fabric used
different equipment related  Threads used
to machine. (15hrs.)
 Traditional motif
11. Familiarization with tools of
 Introduction of equipment
embroidery machines.
related to computerized
(15hrs.)
embroidery.
 Parts of computerized
embroidery machine
7-10 Design the following 12. Familiarize with personal  Introduction and function of
with suitable fabric computer and its parts. (10 various parts of computer
design using coral hrs.) also relate it to
draw software. 13. Starting a Personal computerized embroidery
(Indian Dresses, computer and starting machine.
Western Dresses) software’s like paintbrush,  Basic knowledge of
coral draw. (20 hrs.) computer.
14. Mouse practice. (05 hrs.)  Introduction to Corel Draw.
15. Practice on paint brush. (15  Commands like cut, copy,
hrs.) paste and text writing.
16. Making designs and
colouring. (20 hrs.)
17. Practice on coral draw and
different software. (30 hrs.)
18. Making designs and
colouring on software. (15
hrs.)
19. Use of scanner. (05 hrs.)
11-12 Set up the machine Machine operation  Types of Needle and their
and machine 20. How to change needle in uses and handling.
accessories as per details and its tools. (10 hrs.)  Needle precautions
requirement 21. Precautions while changing  Types of needle
needle. (20hrs.)  Checking the needle
22. Needle control according to  Selection of needle
design. (30hrs.)  according to fabric
13 -do- 23. Load thread on machine. (10  Types of Embroidery
hrs.) Threads
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24. Winding/installing the  Brief knowledge of

bobbin. (10 hrs.) threads.
25. Bobbin precaution. (10 hrs.)  Composition
 Benefits and
disadvantages of
different kinds of thread.
 Difference between upper
thread and bobbin thread.
14 -do- 26. Use of different fabric on Type of Fabrics
computerized embroidery  How to handle different-
machine. (10 hrs.) different fabrics.
27. Practicing on running  Benefits and disadvantage
machine tension making of of heavy and light fabrics.
upper thread and bobbin  Details Knowledge of
thread. (20 hrs.)  Machine Head, tension
point, sensors etc.
 Embroidery process
 Head working area and
stitch formation.
15 Identify, select and 28. Machine oiling and  Maintenance of machines
troubleshoot the maintenance. (05 hrs.) and Safe operating
machine with proper 29. Practice running designs on principle.
maintenance machine already available in
procedure machine. (10 hrs.)
30. Machine working in simple
embroidery and specialized
embroidery like sequins,
tapping& cording,
Chenilleetc (videos or
photo). (15 hrs.)
16 Develop the skill to Hooping Practice  Stabilizers/backing their
make computerizes 31. Clipping fabric on typesand uses.
design with the pantograph. (05 hrs.)  Need of stabilizing fabric.
application of 32. Placement of design and
software. making origin of design. (10
hrs.)
33. Practice deigns already
installed in machine. (05
hrs.)
34. Familiarize with backing
paper or stabilizing material.
(10 hrs.)
17-18 -do- 35. Design input and output  Knowledge of digitizing
methods from software to software and machine keys.

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machine and machine to  Description of software and

software. (30 hrs.) its need.
36. Operating a machine and  How software works (x-axis
loading designs and setting and Y-axis).
origin. (30 hrs.)  How software designs linked
with machine.
 Introduction of digitizing
software like software
interface etc.
19-21 -do- 37. Practice of running design
with threading, changing
needle, loading designs from
software to machine etc. (60
hrs.)
 Loading designs
from software to
UBS- drive.
 Loading design to
machine
 Setting origin.
38. Threading and running
designs on fabric.(30 hrs.)
22-23 Project work/ Industrial visit/ Market survey
Broad Areas:
a) New design as per requirement of customer - At least 5 types

24-26 Revision
27-28 Setup 39. Transferring of Images and  Use of scanner with digitizing
computerized sketches in software design software.
embroidery Related to paintbrush and  Importance of scanner
machine for coral draw with the
transferring the software. (40 hrs.)
image. 40. Joining big images. (20 hrs.)
29-40 Run the Software digitizing Detailed study of digitizing
computerized 41. Type of stitches. (30 hrs.) procession software.
embroidery 42. Digitization process and all  Learn different stitches
machine for all the commands in software. (150 with examples on
digitizing process. hrs.) machine.
43. Stitch control and smooth  Making design on
running of machine as per software.
digitizing. (100 hrs.)  Loading digitized designs
44. Limitation of software. (50 in machine by students
hrs.)  Information of design on
45. Benefits of using LCD (Liquid Crystal
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software.(30 hrs.) display)

 Details knowledge of
machine regarding Area
and its capabilities.
41-42 -do- Machine designs functions and Setting of design on different
tools. articles
46. Resize design with machine.  Placement specification like
Flip, rotate etc. (20 hrs.) with printing.
47. Move to particular point. (20
hrs.)
48. Placement information and
origin making. (20 hrs.)
43-44 Prepare T-shirt 49. Operating machine on self- Knowledge of Monogram &
used made design. (20 hrs.) Logo
monogramming & 50. Monogramming and logo
logo design. making on designs. (40 hrs.)

45 Identify, select and 51. Digitizing Chemical lace Advance techniques in Machine
apply the digitizing designs. (10 hrs.) Embroidery
design and use 52. Appliqué/patching. (10 hrs.)
various techniques 53. Using Two Fabrics, patch
e.g. Appliqué work, works. (05 hrs.)
Sequins work, 54. Chemical laces (05 hrs.)
Taping work,
Cording work,
Chenille work.
46-47 -do- 55. Advance Digitizing. (10 hrs.) Detailed knowledge of
56. Digitizing of Sequins. (10 special Attachments on
hrs.) Operating machine on self-
57. Digitizing of Taping & made design.
cording. (10 hrs.)  How to handle these
58. Digitizing of Chenille. (10 attachments
hrs.)  Knowledge of changing
59. Precautions in handling guides for sequins and
these special attachments. cording tapping device.
(10 hrs.)
60. Making embroidery samples
on garments: (10 hrs.)
 Dresses neckline
 Patch embroidery
 Chanya choli
 Logo designing
 Blouse
 Kurtas

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 Indo western

48-49 Project work/ Industrial visit:

a) New design in digitizing technique

50-51 Revision
52 Examination

Note: -

1. Some of the sample project works (indicative only) are given at the mid and end of year.
2. Instructor may design their own project and also inputs from local industry may be taken
for designing such new project.
3. The project should broadly cover maximum skills in the particular trade and must involve
some problem solving skill. Emphasis should be on Teamwork: Knowing the power of
synergy/ collaboration, work to be assigned in a group (Group of at least 4 trainees). The
group should demonstrate Planning, Execution, Contribution and Application of
Learning. They need to submit Project report.
4. If the instructor feels that for execution of specific project more time is required then he
may plan accordingly in appropriate time during the execution of normal trade practical.

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9. SYLLABUS - CORE SKILLS

CORE SKILL – EMPLOYABILITY SKILL

Duration – 110 hrs.
Duration : 20 hrs.
1. English Literacy
Marks : 09
Pronunciation Accentuation (mode of pronunciation) on simple words,
Diction (use of word and speech)

Functional Grammar Transformation of sentences, Voice change, Change of tense,

Spellings.

Reading Reading and understanding simple sentences about self, work and
environment

Writing Construction of simple sentences Writing simple English

Speaking/ Spoken Speaking with preparation on self, on family, on friends/ classmates,

English on known people, picture reading, gain confidence through role-
playing and discussions on current happening, job description, asking
about someone's job, habitual actions.
Cardinal (fundamental) numbers, ordinal numbers.
Taking messages, passing on messages and filling in message forms,
Greeting and introductions, office hospitality, Resumes or curriculum
vita essential parts, letters of application reference to previous
communication.

Duration : 20 hrs.
2. IT Literacy
Marks : 09
Basics of Computer Introduction, Computer and its applications, Hardware and
peripherals, Switching on-Starting and shutting down of the
computer.

Computer Operating Basics of Operating System, WINDOWS, The user interface of

System Windows OS, Create, Copy, Move and delete Files and Folders, Use
of External memory like pen drive, CD, DVD etc. Use of Common
applications.

Word Processing and Basic operating of Word Processing, Creating, Opening and Closing
Worksheet Documents, Use of shortcuts, Creating and Editing of Text,
Formatting the Text, Insertion &Creation of Tables. Printing
document. Basics of Excel worksheet, understanding basic
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commands, creating simple worksheets, understanding sample

worksheets, use of simple formulas and functions, Printing of simple
excel sheets.

Computer Networking Basic of Computer Networks (using real life examples), Definitions of
and Internet Local Area Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN), Internet,
Concept of Internet (Network of Networks),
Meaning of World Wide Web (WWW), Web Browser, Website, Web
page and Search Engines. Accessing the Internet using Web Browser,
Downloading and Printing Web Pages, Opening an email account and
use of email. Social media sites and its implication.
Information Security and antivirus tools, Do's and Don'ts in
Information Security, Awareness of IT - ACT, types of cyber crimes.

Duration : 15 hrs.
3. Communication Skills
Marks : 07
Introduction to Communication and its importance
Communication Skills Principles of effective communication
Types of communication - verbal, non-verbal, written, email, talking
on phone.
Non-verbal communication -characteristics, components-Para-
language
Body language
Barriers to communication and dealing with barriers.
Handling nervousness/ discomfort.

Listening Skills Listening-hearing and listening, effective listening, barriers to

effective listening, guidelines for effective listening.
Triple- A Listening - Attitude, Attention & Adjustment.
Active listening skills.

Motivational Training Characteristics essential to achieving success.

The power of positive attitude.
Self awareness
Importance of commitment
Ethics and values
Ways to motivate oneself
Personal goal setting and employability planning.

Facing Interviews Manners, etiquettes, dress code for an interview

Do's &don'ts for an interview

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Behavioral Skills Problem solving

Confidence building
Attitude

Duration : 15 hrs.
4. Entrepreneurship Skills
Marks : 06
Concept of Entrepreneur - Entrepreneurship - Enterprises: Conceptual issue
Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship vs. management, Entrepreneurial motivation.
Performance &record, Role &function of entrepreneurs in relation to
the enterprise & relation to the economy, Source of business ideas,
Entrepreneurial opportunities, The process of setting up a business.

Project Preparation & Qualities of a good entrepreneur, SWOT and risk analysis. Concept
Marketing Analysis &Application of PLC, Sales &Distribution management. Difference
between small scale &large scale business, Market survey, Method
of marketing, Publicity and advertisement, Marketing mix.
Institution’s Support Preparation of project. Role of various schemes and institutes for
self-employment i.e. DIC, SIDA, SISI, NSIC, SIDO, Idea for financing/
non-financing support agencies to familiarize with the policies /
programmes, procedure & the available scheme.

Investment Project formation, Feasibility, Legal formalities i.e., Shop act,

Procurement Estimation &costing, Investment procedure - Loan procurement -
Banking processes.

Duration : 10 hrs.
5. Productivity
Marks : 05
Benefits Personal/ Workman - Incentive, Production linked Bonus,
Improvement in living standard.

Affecting Factors Skills, Working aids, Automation, Environment, Motivation - How it

improves or slows down productivity.

Comparison with Comparative productivity in developed countries (viz. Germany,

Developed Countries Japan and Australia) in select industries, e.g. Manufacturing, Steel,
Mining, Construction etc. Living standards of those countries, wages.

Personal Finance Banking processes, Handling ATM, KYC registration, safe cash
Management handling, Personal risk and insurance.

Duration : 15 hrs.
6. Occupational Safety, Health and Environment Education
Marks : 06
Safety & Health Introduction to occupational safety and health
Importance of safety and health at workplace.
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Occupational Hazards Basic hazards, chemical hazards, vibroacoustic hazards, mechanical

hazards, electrical hazards, thermal hazards. occupational health,
occupational hygiene, occupational diseases/ disorders & its
prevention.

Accident &Safety Basic principles for protective equipment.

Accident prevention techniques - control of accidents and safety
measures.

First Aid Care of injured &sick at the workplaces, First-aid &transportation of

sick person.

Basic Provisions Idea of basic provision legislation of India.

Safety, health, welfare under legislative of India.

Ecosystem Introduction to environment. Relationship between society and

environment, ecosystem and factors causing imbalance.

Pollution Pollution and pollutants including liquid, gaseous, solid and

hazardous waste.

Energy Conservation Conservation of energy, re-use and recycle.

Global Warming Global warming, climate change and ozone layer depletion.
Ground Water Hydrological cycle, ground and surface water, Conservation and
harvesting of water.

Environment Right attitude towards environment, Maintenance of in-house

environment.
Duration : 05 hrs.
7. Labour Welfare Legislation
Marks : 03
Welfare Acts Benefits guaranteed under various acts- Factories Act,
Apprenticeship Act, Employees State Insurance Act (ESI), Payment
Wages Act, Employees Provident Fund Act, The Workmen's
Compensation Act.

Duration : 10 hrs.
8. Quality Tools
Marks : 05
Quality Consciousness Meaning of quality, Quality characteristic.

Quality Circles Definition, Advantage of small group activity, objectives of quality

circle, Roles and function of quality circles in organization, Operation
of quality circle. Approaches to starting quality circles, Steps for
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continuation quality circles.

Quality Management Idea of ISO 9000 and BIS systems and its importance in maintaining
System qualities.

House Keeping Purpose of housekeeping, Practice of good housekeeping.

Quality Tools Basic quality tools with a few examples.

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ANNEXURE-I

LIST OF TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

COMPUTER AIDED EMBROIDERY & DESIGNING (for batch of 24 Candidates)

S No. Name of the Tools and Equipment Specification Quantity

A. TRAINEES TOOL KIT (consumable item)

1. Measuring Tape 150 cm 25 Nos.*
2. Seam Ripper 25 Nos. *
3. Thimble 25 Nos. *
4. Thread cutter 25 Nos. *
5. Color plate 25 Nos. *
6. Color brush No. 00,1, 2 25 Nos. each*
7. Scale plastic 12” 25 Nos. *
8. Compass 25 Nos. *
9. Hangers Wooden hangers 25 Nos. *
10. Embroidery Ring Size 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 25 Nos. each*
Different shapes and design, 25 Nos. each*
11. Stencil
Numerical and alphabets,
12. Pick glass 25 Nos. *
13. Water colour 25 Nos. *
14. Eraser, Pencil, Sharpner 25 Nos. *
B. MACHINE LABORATORY
Computerized embroidery machine
15.
(multi needle) with necessary 12 Nos. *
16. Attachments/accessories As required
17. Trade related software 04 Nos.
18. Coral draw software 04 Nos.
Computer system with UPS,
19. Operating system, Antivirus and Latest Configuration
Internet 10 Nos.
20. Printer 01 No.
21. Scanner 01 No.
22. Automatic Sewing Machine 02 Nos.
Round table with step for
23.
embroidery machines 12 Nos. *
24. Automatic Electric Press 01 No.
25. Air Conditioner Split 2 Ton capacity 02 Nos.
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26. Dummy 02 Nos.

27. Carpet Size as per requirement 01 No.
28. Frames/hoops 01 set
29. Pinking scissors 05 Nos.
30. Appliqué scissors 04 No.
31. Cutting scissors 24 Nos. *
32. Trainees lockers (10 lockers) 02 Unit
33. Wall clock 01 No.
34. Calculator 01 No.
C. THEORY ROOM
Single desks for trainees with
35. arrangements of keeping Books chair with desk 24 Nos. *
etc.
36. Faculty Table & Chair set 01 No.
Computer set with UPS &
37. 01 No.
multimedia projector
White Magnetic Board with Felt
38. 01 No.
board & accessories
39. Display Board 02 Nos.
40. Storage Almirah 03 Nos.
41. Book Shelf 01 No.
42. A/C unit split type 2 TR capacity with Stabilizer As per required

Note: -
1. All the tools and equipment are to be procured as per BIS specification.
2. Quantity marked with * has been increased as per the batch size.
3. Internet facility is desired to be provided in the class room.

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TOOLS & EQUIPMENT FOR EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

S No. Name of the Equipment Quantity

1. Computer (PC) with latest configurations and Internet connection with 12 nos. *
standard operating system and standard word processor and
worksheet software.
2. UPS - 500VA 12 nos. *
3. Scanner cum Printer 01 no.
4. Computer Tables 12 nos. *
5. Computer Chairs 24 nos. *
6. LCD Projector 01 no.
7. White Board 1200mm x 900mm 01 no.

Note: Above Tools & Equipments not required, if Computer LAB is available in the institute.

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ANNEXURE-II

FORMAT FOR INTERNAL ASSESSMENT

Name & Address of the Assessor: Year of Enrollment:

Name & Address of ITI (Govt./Pvt.): Date of Assessment:

Name & Address of the Industry: Assessment location: Industry / ITI

Trade Name: Examination: Duration of the Trade/course:

Learning Outcome:

Maximum Marks (Total 100 Marks) 15 5 10 5 10 10 5 10 15 15

Assessment Marks
Attendance/ Punctuality

Skills to Handle Tools/

Workplace Hygiene &

Instruments/ Devices
Safety Consciousness

Total Internal
Economical use of

Economical use of
Manuals/ Written

Result (Y/N)
Working Strategy
Ability to follow

Workmanship/
Application of

Performance
Equipment/
instructions

Knowledge
S No.

Quality in
Materials
materials
Father's/Moth

VIVA
Candidate Name
er’s Name

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