Assessor Resource

CUACOS403
Develop expertise in costume component construction

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to construct typical components for costumes worn in screen, media and entertainment industry productions.

It applies to individuals who integrate individualised sewing and construction techniques with a variety of other independent classic or standard techniques common to many costume designs. Emphasis in construction is on functionality, durability, wearer comfort and compliance with design specifications.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare to construct costume components

1.1 Identify costume components, their functionality and relationship to the entire costume requirements, in consultation with relevant personnel

1.2 Confirm costume specifications and production schedule

1.3 Select construction techniques appropriate to costumes, fabrics and functionality

1.4 Plan sequence of operations for constructing components

1.5 Select and prepare machinery and equipment

2. Produce a range of costume components

2.1 Follow planned sequence of construction operations and seek assistance from others as required

2.2 Follow work health and safety (WHS) procedures and manufacturer's specifications when using sewing and cutting machinery

2.3 Handle different combinations of fabrics and notions during the construction process

2.4 Use a range of costume construction techniques to produce sample components that meet quality and functional requirements

2.5 Seek feedback on samples from relevant personnel and agree on modifications or improvements

2.6 Finish costume components within agreed timeframes

3. Document costume construction techniques

3.1 Compile work samples showing development of techniques and components

3.2 Document techniques and methods for future reference

3.3 Produce a reference portfolio which includes completed components and notes on the sequence of operations

3.4 Reflect on process of constructing components and note areas for future improvement

Evidence of the ability to:

determine the most efficient way to construct costume components to meet functional and production requirements

develop and follow a sequence of operations for constructing a variety of costume components

use a sewing machine competently and safely

sew and finish costume components that meet functional requirements and costume production deadlines

document the process of constructing costume components.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

identify sources of supply for materials typically required for construction of costume components

outline roles and responsibilities of personnel involved in costume design and construction

explain properties and characteristics of a range of fabrics typically used to construct costume components

identify typical problems that arise in the context of constructing costume components and briefly describe solutions

outline typical costume components

explain functionality in relation to costumes for performance

describe safety procedures that apply to using equipment and machinery to make costume components.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:

notions, fabric and equipment used to produce costume components

productions for which costume components need to be constructed

costume specifications.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare to construct costume components

1.1 Identify costume components, their functionality and relationship to the entire costume requirements, in consultation with relevant personnel

1.2 Confirm costume specifications and production schedule

1.3 Select construction techniques appropriate to costumes, fabrics and functionality

1.4 Plan sequence of operations for constructing components

1.5 Select and prepare machinery and equipment

2. Produce a range of costume components

2.1 Follow planned sequence of construction operations and seek assistance from others as required

2.2 Follow work health and safety (WHS) procedures and manufacturer's specifications when using sewing and cutting machinery

2.3 Handle different combinations of fabrics and notions during the construction process

2.4 Use a range of costume construction techniques to produce sample components that meet quality and functional requirements

2.5 Seek feedback on samples from relevant personnel and agree on modifications or improvements

2.6 Finish costume components within agreed timeframes

3. Document costume construction techniques

3.1 Compile work samples showing development of techniques and components

3.2 Document techniques and methods for future reference

3.3 Produce a reference portfolio which includes completed components and notes on the sequence of operations

3.4 Reflect on process of constructing components and note areas for future improvement

Evidence of the ability to:

determine the most efficient way to construct costume components to meet functional and production requirements

develop and follow a sequence of operations for constructing a variety of costume components

use a sewing machine competently and safely

sew and finish costume components that meet functional requirements and costume production deadlines

document the process of constructing costume components.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

identify sources of supply for materials typically required for construction of costume components

outline roles and responsibilities of personnel involved in costume design and construction

explain properties and characteristics of a range of fabrics typically used to construct costume components

identify typical problems that arise in the context of constructing costume components and briefly describe solutions

outline typical costume components

explain functionality in relation to costumes for performance

describe safety procedures that apply to using equipment and machinery to make costume components.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:

notions, fabric and equipment used to produce costume components

productions for which costume components need to be constructed

costume specifications.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify costume components, their functionality and relationship to the entire costume requirements, in consultation with relevant personnel 
Confirm costume specifications and production schedule 
Select construction techniques appropriate to costumes, fabrics and functionality 
Plan sequence of operations for constructing components 
Select and prepare machinery and equipment 
Follow planned sequence of construction operations and seek assistance from others as required 
2.2 Follow work health and safety (WHS) procedures and manufacturer's specifications when using sewing and cutting machinery 
Handle different combinations of fabrics and notions during the construction process 
Use a range of costume construction techniques to produce sample components that meet quality and functional requirements 
Seek feedback on samples from relevant personnel and agree on modifications or improvements 
Finish costume components within agreed timeframes 
Compile work samples showing development of techniques and components 
Document techniques and methods for future reference 
Produce a reference portfolio which includes completed components and notes on the sequence of operations 
Reflect on process of constructing components and note areas for future improvement 

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