The three-day Gerber Accumark course with tutor Ben Cooper recently (August 2020) took place at the Fashion Technology Academy with two learners within a Covid-19 safe environment.
Manuela is a senior pattern cutter with 20 years’ experience in using Lectra, Assyst 2D CAD and Optitex, however before the course Manuela commented:
“The reason for taking this course and investing in new knowledge is because Gerber is the most required system on the market for pattern cutting and the recruitment agencies do not even look at my experience without having this course in my CV.”
The 15-hour course is taught in small groups with clear, easy-to-follow guidance and includes the following:
+ 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 functions to use, a series of exercises putting into use many of the functions and understanding how to execute them.
Following the course the learners commented:
‘Excellent course, easy to understand trainer, friendly environment, good knowledge level, value for money.’ Manuela
‘I have learnt from this course all of the useful functions and tips using the software. It has been a very efficient three days with lots of discussions about using Gerber. Great course with a great teacher and will definitely recommend to others!’ Momoko
The next three day course takes place 7th, 8th and 9th October. Book your place here Please note that learners on this course need to have a general knowledge of using Windows.