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27.07.2020
100% Success Rate on FTA’s Gerber Courses
As with all industries technology is constantly evolving and changing the way we work. In terms of fashion production the requirement for CAD pattern cutters has rapidly increased within the industry. In order to keep up with the demand manual pattern cutters need to upskill and adapt the way that they work to incorporate these new technologies.

+ PowerPoint presentation explaining Gerber AccuMark, the basics of lines, points, how the computer recognises pieces and AccuMark Explorer the filing system.
+ Digitising.
+ Pattern input using the digitiser/puck.
+ Pattern Design.
+ Introducing the key Gerber functions and processes for pattern drafting and pattern modifications.
+ Setting up work space.
+ 15 functions to master from day one.
+ Demonstrations of 100+ frequently used functions and how we implement them.
+ AccuMark Explorer.
+ Saving, moving, copying and re-naming pieces.
+ Looking at the various file components.
+ Exercises.
+ Putting the digital pattern making functions to use, a series of exercises putting into use many of the functions and understanding how to execute them.
The Fashion Technology Academy has been running Gerber courses - beginners, advanced and one-to-one, for several years now and has received a 100% success rate.
Here is some feedback from learners on the July 2020 beginner’s course:
“Today I learnt the basic skills required that will enable me to use Gerber. The seminar was held in a very relaxed atmosphere. Ben is very patient! With a wealth of knowledge.” - Amanda
“This course has provided a really good introduction.” - Deborah
The next three-day course is scheduled for Wednesday 19th, Thursday 20th and Friday 21st Aug 2020 10:00 – 16:00 and costs £499. To book your place tap here.
Here is some feedback from learners on the July 2020 beginner’s course:
“Today I learnt the basic skills required that will enable me to use Gerber. The seminar was held in a very relaxed atmosphere. Ben is very patient! With a wealth of knowledge.” - Amanda
“This course has provided a really good introduction.” - Deborah
The next three-day course is scheduled for Wednesday 19th, Thursday 20th and Friday 21st Aug 2020 10:00 – 16:00 and costs £499. To book your place tap here.