Fields of Study

ISO 9001:2024 (Online) 2025

On successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
Understand the need for a Quality Management System in a service and manufacturing company.
Be able to identify and analyze risks.
Understand the purpose of each of the Quality Management System elements.
Be able to compile procedures and work instructions.
Be able to recognize measuring techniques to analyze the Quality Management System.

Offered by: Industrial Engineering Deparment

Quality Assurance Techniques (Online) 2025

On successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
Design sampling plans
Direct process control
Understand the methods and requirements of inspection
Evaluate quality costs
Understand the organizational quality responsibilities
Analyse management and operator controllable defects.

Offered by: Industrial Engineering Department

Quality Control Techniques (Online) 2025

On successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
Understand the Quality System and the need for a Quality System, Do a Sampling, Inspection
Layout a QC Department,
Do quality control,
Understand the Quality , Wheel concept,
Do risk identification.

Offered by: Industrial Engineering Deparment

Textile Testing

By the end of the course, learners will:
- Have a deeper understanding of textiles and fabrics, their production processes, and their applications in various industries, particularly in the world of fashion.
- Be better equipped to make informed choices about fabric selection and textile care.

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing & Textiles

Introduction to Garment Technology

By the end of the course, students should be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of pattern making and garment construction.
- Learn how to create basic patterns for various garments.
- Develop the skills to cut fabric accurately and assemble garments.
- Gain an appreciation for fashion design and clothing construction.
- Create finished garments.

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing & Textiles

Textiles and Fabrics

By the end of the course, learners will:
- Have a deeper understanding of textiles and fabrics, their production processes, and their applications in various industries, particularly in the world of fashion.
- Be better equipped to make informed choices about fabric selection and textile care.

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing & Textiles

Size and Fit (Workshop)

- To understand the importance of proper sizing and fit in fashion.
- To learn how to measure and assess body sizes accurately.
- To explore various techniques for achieving the right fit in clothing.

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing & Textiles

Cutting Room Management

By the end of this course, participants will:
- Understand the key processes in a cutting room.
- Implement efficient workflow strategies to improve productivity.
- Manage resources effectively, including machinery and personnel.
- Ensure quality control and minimise wastage.
- Lead and coordinate a cutting room team for optimal results.
- Apply industry best practices for cutting room management.

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing & Textiles

Computer Pattern Making and Grading

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the basics of computer pattern making.
- Create and modify digital patterns.
- Learn to grade patterns for different sizes.
- Generate marker layouts for optimal fabric usage.
- Develop the skills needed to work with Gerber software in a professional setting.

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing & Textiles

Occupational Health and Safety ISO 45001:2018

On successful completion of this course the student will have a portfolio which serves as evidence that they are able to:
Understand the statutory, regulatory, business requirements of ISO 45001:2018 and what impact a OHSMS can have on all people in an organisation.
Understand the non-mandatory guidelines of ISO 45001:2018.
Prevent work related injuries and ill health to workers and provide a safe and healthy workplace where any hazards identified are eliminated.
Design a OHSMS.

Offered by: Engineering

Manual Grading

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing and Textiles

Computer Grading

By the end of this course, learners should be able to:
- Have a good understanding of computer pattern grading techniques,
- Be proficient in using CAD software for grading, - - Will have completed a practical project that demonstrates their skills in pattern grading.

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing & Textiles

Basic Work Study

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles and concepts of work study.
- Apply time and motion study techniques to analyse work processes.
- Perform accurate work measurement.
- Identify and eliminate bottlenecks and inefficiencies in work processes.
- Improve productivity and optimise resource utilisation.
- Implement basic ergonomic principles for improved workplace design.
- Interpret and present work study data effectively.

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing & Textiles

Quality Control in Clothing

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the importance of quality control in clothing manufacturing.
- Identify and rectify common defects in clothing production.
- Implement effective quality control processes throughout the manufacturing cycle.
- Utilise appropriate tools and techniques for quality assessment.

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing & Textiles

Fabric Quality Inspection and Faults Classification

At the end of the course, participants will:
- Understand the importance of fabric quality inspection in the textile industry.
- Learn how to identify and classify common fabric faults.
- Develop proficiency in fabric inspection techniques and equipment.
- Gain the ability to create comprehensive quality inspection reports.
- Apply quality standards and best practices in fabric inspection.

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing & Textiles

Quality Awareness for Supervisors and Operators

At the end of the course, participants will:
- Understand the importance of quality in clothing manufacturing.
- Learn quality control techniques and best practices.
- Improve communication and collaboration between supervisors and operators.
- Identify and resolve common quality issues in clothing production.

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing & Textiles

Garment Specifications (Workshop)

- Understand the importance of garment specifications in the fashion and textile industry.
- Learn how to create accurate and comprehensive garment specifications.
- Gain hands-on experience in developing garment specifications.
- Explore common challenges and best practices in the garment specification process.
- Learn how to use garment specifications to

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing & Textiles

Fabric Knowledge (Workshop)

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing & Textiles

Occupational Certificate: Valuer (Municipal Property Assessor) R27 200.00

Offered by: Graduate Centre for Management (GCM)

Occupational Certificate: Project Manager R34 610.00

Offered by: Graduate Centre for Management (GCM)

Intermediate Work Study

This course aims:
- To deepen participants' understanding of work study principles and techniques.
- To equip participants with advanced tools and methodologies for analysing and improving work processes.
- To develop participants' skills in optimising work efficiency and resource utilisation.
- To provide practical hands-on experience through case studies and exercises.

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing and Textiles

Garment Costing

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of garment costing.
- Calculate material costs, including fabric, trims, and accessories.
- Estimate labour costs and productivity.
- Evaluate overhead costs.
- Determine the total cost of a garment.
- Analyse cost breakdowns and make cost-effective decisions.

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing and Textiles

ISO 22000:2018

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will:
Understand the requirements of ISO 22000:2018.
Communicate any changes in FSMS specific requirements arising because of transitioning from ISO 22000:2005 to ISO 22000:2018.
Understand the PDCA Approach.
Comprehend the context of food organizations.
Appreciate Leadership roles.
Grasp the concept of planning including Management of Risk and Opportunities.
Appreciate the Support Functions and resources in the food sector.
Understand Operational Controls within their organisation.
Realize the importance Performance Evaluation.
Value Improvement continually.

Offered by: Industrial Engineering Deparment

Manual Pattern Grading

By the end of the course, students will be able to:
- Understand the basics of computer pattern making.
- Create and modify digital patterns.
- Learn to grade patterns for different sizes.
- Generate marker layouts for optimal fabric usage.
- Develop the skills needed to work with Gerber software in a professional setting.

Offered by: Technology Station Clothing and Textiles