EVENT TITLE: Industrial Engineering (Value Added Programme)

DATE: 15.4.2026 – 20.4.2026

TIME: 9.30 AM to 3.30 PM

EVENT CONVENER: Dr V.Bhanu Rekha ( HOD of FD)

EVENT COORDINATORS: Ms.N.P Swetha Menon, Assistant Professor

RESOURCE PERSON:

Nisha – Skilled Trainer, AMHSSC TIRUPUR

SUMMARY OF THE EVENT:

Value Added Course on Industrial Engineering

The Faculty of Science and Humanities, Department of Fashion Designing, in association with SRM Axis Intellects, successfully organized a Five-Day Value Added Course on Industrial Engineering in collaboration with the Apparel, Made-Ups & Home Furnishing Sector Skill Council (AMHSSC) from 15th April to 20th April 2026, between 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.

The program was conducted for the Final Year B.Sc. Fashion Designing students (2023–2026 Batch) with the objective of equipping students with practical industrial knowledge, merchandising expertise, production planning skills, garment costing methods, measurement techniques, and modern apparel manufacturing practices.

The course served as an excellent platform for bridging academic learning with real-time garment industry expectations, thereby enhancing employability and professional competency among students.

Day 1 – Fundamentals of Merchandising and Manufacturing

The first day introduced students to the concept of Merchandising and its significance in the apparel industry. Sessions covered:

• Introduction to Merchandising
• Organizational Structure of Apparel Companies
• Role of Merchandising Manager
• Activities Before and After Order Confirmation
• Types of Samples in Garment Industry
• Yarn Count and GSM Concepts
• Manual Calculation of Garment Weight
• Merchandising Duties and Responsibilities
• Stages in a Manufacturing Unit

Students gained a clear understanding of how merchandisers coordinate between buyers, production units, sourcing teams, and quality departments.

Day 2 – Costing and Order Management

The second day focused on the commercial and planning aspects of apparel production. Topics included:

• Costing Fundamentals
• Garment Costing and Fabric Costing
• Cost Elements and Cost Breakdown
• Cost Calculation Methods
• TNA (Time and Action Plan)
• Order Life Cycle
• Order Stages and Order Review
• Critical Path Method
• Delay Impact Analysis
• Impact of Delays on Apparel Business

Students learned how costing accuracy and timely execution directly influence profitability and buyer satisfaction.

Day 3 – Industrial Engineering and Production Systems

The third day emphasized production efficiency and factory operations. Sessions covered:

• Factory Capacity Analysis
• Machine Breakdown Management
• Line Efficiency Measurement
• Style Complexity and Absenteeism Impact
• Production Flow from Fabric Inspection to Packing
• Machine vs Man Ratio
• Types of Export Business
• Production Systems such as PBS, UPS, Single Piece Flow, and Modular Systems
• Line Balancing Techniques
• Cycle Time and Operator Requirement Calculation
• Balance Efficiency Concepts

A practical example of line balancing and production efficiency was explained, helping students understand productivity enhancement methods followed in export houses.

Day 4 – Measurements, Pattern Communication and Technical Detailing

The fourth day dealt with garment measurements and technical communication. Students were trained in:

• Measurement Points in Garments
• Neck Width, Sleeve Length, Armhole, Bicep, Chest, Waist, Bottom Width, Full Length etc.
• Armhole Calculations
• Kid Garment Measurement Standards
• Importance of Measurement Accuracy in Industry
• Communication between Designers, Merchandisers and Pattern Makers

The session highlighted how precise measurements reduce sampling errors and production issues.

Day 5 – Flat Sketches, Tech Packs and Digital Workflow

The final day focused on modern apparel design documentation and workflow systems. Topics included:

• Garment Breakdown and Flat Sketches
• Front and Back Views
• Construction Details such as Stitch Types, Pleats, Buttons, Labels and Zippers
• Rules for Professional Flat Sketching
• Use of Flat Sketches in Tech Packs
• Digital Workflow in Apparel Industry
• Adobe Illustrator for Flats
• Photoshop for Prints and Embroidery
• CLO 3D for Advanced Visualization
• Smart Designer Workflow Structure
• File Naming Conventions and Version Control
• Industry Production Reports
• Export Incentives such as Duty Drawback, Lien and ECGC

Students gained hands-on exposure to industry documentation systems widely used in buying houses and export companies.

Outcomes of the Course

The five-day course enabled students to:

• Understand end-to-end apparel production processes
• Gain knowledge of merchandising and costing systems
• Learn production planning and industrial engineering methods
• Improve technical sketching and documentation skills
• Become familiar with modern digital tools used in the fashion industry
• Enhance readiness for placements, internships, and entrepreneurship

Conclusion

The Value Added Course on Industrial Engineering was highly informative, interactive, and industry-oriented. It provided students with practical exposure beyond classroom learning and strengthened their understanding of professional garment manufacturing systems.

The Department of Fashion Designing extends sincere gratitude to SRM Axis Intellects, AMHSSC, trainers, faculty members, and management for their valuable support in making the program a grand success