Syllabus content and objectives
Official JAMB Home Economics outline · Section D: Clothing and Textiles
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Sewing machines, basic tools and equipment: types, uses and care.
Objective
Identify the types, parts and faults of a sewing machine; identify basic tools and equipment used in garment construction.
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Basic processes in garment construction: basic stitches, seams, edge finishes and crossway strips.
Objective
Describe and apply the basic processes involved in garment construction.
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Style features: collars, yokes, pockets, frills, cuts and belts.
Objective
Identify style features that enhance the beauty and quality of garments.
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Arrangement of fullness: darts, tucks, gathering, pleats, smocking and shirring.
Objective
Describe and apply techniques for arranging fullness in garments.
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Decorative design: embroidery, needlecraft, tatting, crocheting, knitting, appliqué, patchwork and soft furnishing.
Objective
Apply decorative designs to fabrics.
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Simple processes for mending and renovating garments: patching, darning, renovation, batik and tie-and-dye.
Objective
Apply the knowledge of sewing to mend and renovate garments; compare the processes of making batik, tie-and-dye, screen printing and resist dyeing.
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Garment construction: figure types, basic body measurements and pattern drafting; embracing body shape; choice of styles for different figures; factors influencing the choice of fabric.
Objective
Relate body figures to the selection of styles and fabrics; determine factors that affect the choice of clothing; describe relevant terms associated with body figures, measurements, pattern drafting and style selection.
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Wardrobe planning and maintenance: basic rules and factors affecting wardrobe planning, including weather, occupation and personal features.
Objective
Identify factors to consider in wardrobe planning.
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Good grooming, dress sense and accessories: definitions, types and choice of accessories.
Objective
Describe terms relating to good grooming, dress sense and accessories; determine factors that influence clothing choices.
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