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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.

Pattern drafting equipment: define pattern drafting, explain briefly the activities of cutting room, list the tools and equipment required for pattern drafting. Safety Regulations: state the general safety precautions in pattern drafting and cutting room practice, observe the safety precaution, carry out basic First Aid Procedure as above. Technical Terms: explain the meanings of Terms and Abbreviations used in pattern drafting, interpret the signs and notations marked on patterns, use these terms, signs and notations to mark patterns. Human Figure: explain the flexibility and movement of the neck. Limbs and trunk relative to each other, describe the changes in the dimensions of the limbs and trunks when manipulated, explain the change in shape of the body and its joints when manipulated. Body Measurement: state the importance of taking body measurements correctly; list the measures necessary for drafting skirts, shirts, blouse, trousers and collars.

Know the standard basic block patterns for various garments and garment parts; State in chronological order, the steps in pattern drafting; Know how to alter block patterns; Know how to locate, transfer and manipulate darts to suit different style and fit of figure; Understand the pattern grading for basic block.

The Principles and Practice of Reproducing Patterns from Made-up Garment: state the reasons for reproducing patterns from garments, differentiate between patterns for tailored (Boat-poke) and those for mass production of garments, produce patterns by tracing out garment patterns on to muslin. The Principles of Modelling: select appropriate fabric for modelling by choosing toile of similar weight and fabric structure, indicate positions on models, produce flat pattern from modelled toiles with ease allowance. Production of Working Flat Pattern for Garment by Draping: explain the reasons and scope of draping, state the basic principles of draping, select suitable model and toile for draping.

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 and 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

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

Concept of humanity, its origin, philosophy and cosmic environment. Concepts and techniques in logic and critical thinking. Science and technology in human society and services. Renewable and non-renewable environmental resources. Climate change and the principle of sustainable development. Environmental effects of plastics, and other waste products. Elements of environmental studies for productive, safe and healthy living. Environmental Challenges - urbanisation, environmental pollution and degradation, soil erosion, desert encroachment, soil degradation and flooding. National Development Plans towards sustainable environment. Trends in global action towards environmental sustainability.

Work Study to all Manufacturing Situation: interpret safety regulations in the clothing industry, state the various clothing categories, identify employee on clothing manufacture. Production Planning and Control: state the methods of collecting, presenting and evaluating management data, design forms of visual presentation, use these forms for visual presentation. Human Resources: state the factors to be determined in sales forecasting, determine the garment ranges of structure for market segmentation and product line, and state their price levels.

Student’s Industrial work experience of 3 months’ duration. Students’ reports will be presented in a seminar. Students would have, before this time, in collaboration with supervisor and the Department secured an appropriate place to have industrial experience in their areas of specialisation. SIWES placement should be done at the end of the first semester 300 Level. During the SIWES period, students should keep their eyes open to various aspects of research and travel related to the fashion industry, such as transportation, scheduling, budgeting, professional practices, tools, fabrics, presentation, critique and develop a sketchbook for fashion, textile and knitwear. Students are encouraged to visit fashion shows, boutiques and study the dress style of celebrities; ceremonial wears in weddings and festivals, so as to appreciate trends in fashion around them. They are also encouraged to collaborate with their classmates to generate hands-on group projects. The Department should develop a list of potential areas appropriate industries with the following information: addresses of location, telephone, email and contact person. The programme takes the full semester and is graded as follows: i, Industrial Experience (Evaluation by employer and supervisor) = 70% ii, SIWES Presentation (by the student) to Faculty = 30%. The presentation is treated like an examination done and assessed on the same day. Students are encouraged to learn software applications during this period for their chosen area of specialisation and produce a portfolio to be assessed at the end of the SIWES programme. 400 level

Definition of textile fibre and textile terms, Classification of fibres according to their sources or origin, outline the production and world distribution of the major textile fibres, state the properties of textile fibres, test fibres for specific use, explain the principles and processes involved in staple yarn manufacture, explain the objectives of blow room operation, describe the mode of operation of carding machine, list the objectives and needs for combing, explain briefly other methods of yarn production, explain methods of manufacture and numbering of sewing thread, describe the general methods of production of natural sewing threads, explain the methods of manufacture of man-made sewing threads, explain the reasons for the application of finishes to sewing threads and the use various sewing thread for specific purpose.