Being an educational partner offers us as tutors the opportunity to explore new updates and be at the forefront of the latest versions of the software. “I hope it will be an invaluable resource for all Modaris students. It is a step-by-step guide to the essential skills required to become a proficient Modaris user. Over the years, Patricia compiled extensive ‘Modaris user guides’ and encouraged by colleagues and students, developed this ‘student friendly’ work into a publication. Now Patricia has published Digital Pattern Cutting for Fashion with Lectra Modaris, which is the first book to include workshops in 3D prototyping. She said “Our proactive approach and creative exploration led to AUB becoming the first UK University to implement and deliver the exciting 3D prototyping technology in 2012.” Over the years, Patricia has placed many students into key industry roles within these areas – most recently Caitlin Martin who is now supporting the development of virtual prototyping with a leading global luxury fashion brand.

Lectra, a world leader in software solutions for fashion, continues to grow and dominates technical CAD roles in the fashion industry. The use of digital technology and virtual prototyping in both pattern cutting and design has become increasingly important both in industry and education. Patricia saw a gap in the educational delivery of innovative technology for the fashion industry and negotiated an educational partnership with Lectra that allows AUB students access to the Modaris package alongside ongoing support and training for academics and technicians, keeping the staff and students ahead of the industry. Patricia was responsible for researching and implementing the Lectra Modaris pattern cutting system into AUB’s course curriculum several years ago, and her commitment and passion for digital technology has supported and directed the Design and Technology pathway on the BA (Hons) Fashion course.

Patricia Grice, a leading consultant in digital fashion technology for the fashion industry, is a Visiting Tutor at AUB and was previously a Senior Lecturer in Fashion Technology.

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