Audio and Video programmes - The National Institute of Open ...

Cutting Tailoring and Dress Making (705-706)
Prog. Title Language Duration in Minutes
Code in Hindi in English
705/V-1 Problems and Remedies of Hindi and English 22.11 21.33
Sewing machine
This programme is targeted for the learners studying Cutting and Tailoring course in Home Science. It
starts with a brief history of sewing machine showing how it has evolved over the years. The film focuses on
the modern day sewing machine with all its components parts and the working. The fact that the breakdown
of even a small part could hinder the smooth operation of a sewing machine has been clearly brought out by
the film. It delves into the causative factors that underlie the most common problem sewing machines, and
faults and how to repair them. The film lays particular emphasis on the importance of carrying out
regular maintenance and upkeep of sewing machines for their longer life and their smooth and unhindered
running.
706/V-1 Appropriate Measurement Hindi and English 23.49 23.49
Well Fitted Garments
This video programme is targeted for the learners of Cutting Tailoring and Home Science. It highlights the
importance of the taking correct body measurement for tailoring well fitted garments. The film depicts two
methods (i) direct & chest measuring and (ii) three kinds of measurements i.e. length, width and circumference.
The dos and don’ts to be observed while taking these measurements have been shown. How to take
proper measurements, accurate drafting, pattern making and preparing layouts have been beautifully shown
in the programme.
Beauty Culture (612)
612/V-1 Beauty: A Devine Feeling Hindi and English 21.26 21.23
The film shows in detail different types of skin- normal, dry, oily etc. - and the associated skin ailments and
their remedies. The rejuvenating effects of massage particularly face massage and therapeutic effects of
different types of pack/masks for a healthy and glowing skin have been particularly highlighted.
Computer Science (711)
711/V-1 Fundamentals of Computer Hindi and English 10.00 10.00
This programme is meant for beginners. It gives them an idea of what a computer is and what its functions
are. The programme also highlights the use of computers in different organizations like Railways, Airports,
Passport Office, and Banks etc. Various forms of computer-based communication systems like E-mail,
Internet, LAN etc., have also been depicted in the programme.
711/V-2 Your First E-mail Hindi and English 16.30 17.20
The basic objective of this Video Programme is to create and send a new e-mail, view and save message
check for antivirus. The programme depicts how to use modern age technology for better communication
and how to use it at best. The programme shows various features of internet and web technologies.
Composing, reading and sending emails have been beautifully described in the film.
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