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General design theory fundamentals, such as design elements and principles, colour theories and principles, and theories of composition, as well as human factors and functional considerations that come into account when designing living and working spaces. Colour, use of surface materials and textures, work with textiles and accessories, source and select furniture. Characteristics of an interior decorator, furniture showrooms and home studio. Working with client’s files, allied professionals, purchase orders. Application of design principles to interior decoration and arrangement of living space. Analysis, organisation and development of multi- functional spaces within living environment. Exploration of interior living environment, contemporary and traditional residential areas in an ecological, behaviour cultural context. The difference between two- and three-dimensional design elements and principles. Plan, design, and manipulate an interior layout, select interior finishes and materials, choose furniture and fixtures, and select decorative elements such as hardware, trim, art, and other accessories. Interior decorator’s responsibility to clients, including ethical responsibilities, professional communication with both business and residential clients in order to ascertain client needs and help clients design spaces that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Project planning and client communication, design principles and factors a designer considers when working within a space.

Clothing theories; clothing terms; functions of clothing; basic construction methods and equipment; the sewing machine; parts and care of a sewing machine; machining and machine faults; stitches: temporary, permanent and embroidery stitches; even and un-even tacking and tailors' tacking, hemming, running, gathering, loop, back stitches, French-knot, chain, cross, stem. satin, feather, lazy daisy stitches; seams and seam finishes: French seam, open seam, closed seam, run and fell seam, edge stitching, Over-locking, pinking shear, loop stitch, bias binding; arrangement of fullness and methods: gathers, pleats, tucks, darts; fastenings: attachment of zips, hook and bar, hook and eye, buttons; taking accurate body measurement; how and where to take measurement; concept of fashion: styles, colour wheel, colour combination aesthetic and practical aspects of texture, colour and style, and construction of a clothing item.

Meaning of pattern drafting; tools and equipment used in pattern drafting; pattern drafting terms and symbols. The principles and practice of the cutting room; How to analyse a design/style; types and methods of obtaining patterns; use and importance of basic blocks. Pattern drafting and pattern layout. Differences and similarities between commercial and drafted patterns; Body Measurement and size chart; Use and importance of basic blocks; drafting of basic blocks: front and back bodice, front and back skirts, sleeve and pants; Dart positions, and; Introduction to dart manipulations. Adaptation of basic blocks into simple styles for different activities.

Basic textile terms such fibre, yarn, filament, warp, weft, fabric and so on. Definition of weaving, what loom is, types of looms, identification of parts of a loom, important parts of loom, motions of loom, sequence of operations in weaving, some basic weaves/weaving techniques such as plain weave, basket weave, twill, satin weave and so on, mounting of loom, preparation of loom for weaving, operating loom, weavers knot, fabric defects, precautionary measures. Execution of original designs through performing the wrapping, drawing – in, denting and weaving on the loom. 200 Level

Overview of clothing and textile industries. Industrial sewing. Factory procedures, methods of production, specialization in product types, store administration. How to start clothing and textile industry. Writing business plan. Staff recruitment and training, staff motivation and remuneration. Reaching the customer- the marketing mix, advertising, publicity and promotion. Segmentation, targeting, positioning and branding.

Nigerian history, culture and art up to 1800 (Yoruba, Hausa and Igbo peoples and culture; peoples and culture of the ethnic minority groups). Nigeria under colonial rule (advent of colonial rule in Nigeria; Colonial administration of Nigeria). Evolution of Nigeria as a political unit (amalgamation of Nigeria in 1914; formation of political parties in Nigeria; Nationalist movement and struggle for independence). Nigeria and challenges of nation building (military intervention in Nigerian politics; Nigerian Civil War). Concept of trade and economics of self-reliance (indigenous trade and market system; indigenous apprenticeship system among Nigeria people; trade, skill acquisition and self- reliance). Social justices and national development (law definition and classification. Judiciary and fundamental rights. Individual, norms and values (basic Nigeria norms and values, patterns of citizenship acquisition; citizenship and civic responsibilities; indigenous languages, usage and development; negative attitudes and conducts. Cultism, kidnapping and other related social vices). Re-orientation, moral and national values (The 3R’s – Reconstruction, Rehabilitation and Re-orientation; Re-orientation Strategies: Operation Feed the Nation (OFN), Green Revolution, Austerity Measures, War Against Indiscipline (WAI), War Against Indiscipline and Corruption (WAIC), Mass Mobilization for Self-Reliance, Social Justice and Economic Recovery (MAMSER), National Orientation Agency (NOA). Current socio-political and cultural developments in Nigeria.

Adaptation of basic blocks for advanced styles suitable for various occasions. Drafting of various sleeves patterns- puffed, bell, Magyar, kimono, cap, Raglan and so on. Drafting of various skirt patterns- four and six gore skirt, circular and semi-circular skirts, panel skirts, skirt with pleats, skirts with pockets, maternity skirt and so on. Drafting of collars such as Peter Pan collar, Shirt collar, collar with revers, and standing collars. Pattern Alterations and Pattern Grading.

Concepts of Peace, Conflict and Security in a multi-ethnic nation. Types and Theories of Conflicts: Ethnic, Religious, Economic, Geo-political Conflicts; Structural Conflict Theory, Realist Theory of Conflict, Frustration-Aggression Conflict Theory. Root causes of Conflict and Violence in Africa: Indigene and settlers Phenomenon; Boundaries/boarder disputes; Political disputes; Ethnic disputes and rivalries; Economic Inequalities; Social disputes; Nationalist Movements and Agitations; Selected Conflict Case Studies – Tiv-Junkun; Zango Kartaf, Chieftaincy and Land disputes. Peace Building, Management of Conflicts and Security: Peace & Human Development. Approaches to Peace & Conflict Management --- (Religious, Government, Community Leaders). Elements of Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution: Conflict dynamics assessment Scales: Constructive & Destructive. Justice and Legal framework: Concepts of Social Justice; The Nigeria Legal System. Insurgency and Terrorism. Peace Mediation and Peace Keeping. Peace & Security Council (International, National and Local levels) Agents of Conflict resolution – Conventions, Treaties Community Policing: Evolution and Imperatives. Alternative Dispute Resolution, ADR. Dialogue b). Arbitration, c). Negotiation d). Collaboration. Roles of International Organizations in Conflict Resolution. (a). The United Nations, UN and its Conflict Resolution Organs. (b). The African Union & Peace Security Council (c). ECOWAS in Peace Keeping. Media and Traditional Institutions in Peace Building. Managing Post-Conflict Situations/Crisis: Refugees. Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs. The role of NGOs in Post-Conflict Situations/Crisis.

Scope of philosophy; notions, meanings, branches and problems of philosophy. Logic as an indispensable tool of philosophy. Elements of syllogism, symbolic logic— the first nine rules of inference. Informal fallacies, laws of thought, nature of arguments. Valid and invalid arguments, logic of form and logic of content — deduction, induction and inferences. Creative and critical thinking. Impact of philosophy on human existence. Philosophy and politics, philosophy and human conduct, philosophy and religion, philosophy and human values, philosophy and character moulding.

Theories, methods and practices in textile design and production, steps in designing and application. Various techniques in textile and guiding principles. Material procurement and management in textile. Designing methods in all textile techniques (weaving, printing, resisting and knitting). Dye types and different types of dying techniques. Pigments chemical and mixture for printing purposes. Tools identification and application. Meaning and history of printing and dyeing. Exploration of various techniques of printing and dyeing fabrics. Tools and materials needed for printing and dyeing. Differences and similarities between printing and dyeing. Precautions and safety in dyeing. Batik and Starch resist design. Fabric design by bleaching or discharge dyeing. Exploration of various environmental and traditional African design motifs for printed and dyed fabrics. Theoretical procedure of printing process-shape, print position and print thickness.