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LMTFD4005B
Communicate and sell design concepts

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


The unit applies to the identification of the elements and principles of design, and how they impact on the process of producing fashion items. It includes impact of colour on the design process in a production environment.

This unit applies to work in a production environment where design decisions impact on the work and where design concepts must be communicated to other fashion industry professionals with a view to gaining agreement for further development.

Work is supervised and may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team-related activities.

The application of this unit is according to OHS practices of the enterprise and workplace practices, which may include:

requirements prescribed by legislation, awards agreements and conditions of employment

standard operating procedures

work instructions

oral, written and visual communication

quality practices, including responsibility for maintenance of own work quality and contribution to quality improvement of team or section output

housekeeping

tasks related to environmental protection, waste disposal, pollution control, and recycling

This unit requires communication skills in order to interpret and document information relating to design and to express ideas to others. Planning and organising and problem solving skills, with initiative and enterprise are applied in the preparation of design tools to support communication and selling activity. Self management and learning skills are used to gather and apply feedback about design concepts.

This unit covers the skills and knowledge to use design tools such as story boards and inspiration boards to communicate and sell design concepts to other fashion industry professionals.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Prerequisites

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

complete inspiration and storyboards

apply design principles

communicate design concepts

interpret and respond to a design brief

sell features and benefits of design concepts

use presentation skills

apply all quality criteria

convey all necessary information

apply OHS practices in work operations

maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:

organising work

completing tasks

identifying improvements

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes

recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions

completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Resource implications

Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent assessment

This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of:

principles and elements of design

fibres and fabrics

sequence of operations

goals and aspirations of clients or target groups

role of design features and benefits

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

draw designs

make presentations

source information

read, interpret and follow information on work specifications, standard operating procedures and work instructions, and other reference material

maintain accurate records

communicate within the workplace

sequence operations

meet specifications

clarify and check task-related information

carry out work according to OHS practices

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Legislative/regulatory requirements

All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.

OHS practices

OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit and may include:

manual handling techniques

standard operating procedures

personal protective equipment

safe materials handling

taking of rest breaks

ergonomic arrangement of workplaces

following marked walkways

safe storage of equipment

housekeeping

reporting accidents and incidents

other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise

Key requirements may include:

budget

type of garment

style requirements

target market

Principles of design may include:

repetition

gradation

rhythm

radiation

harmony

contrast

dominance

proportion

balance

unity

Key elements may include:

fabrics

colours

sketches

shapes

textures

Interests may include:

appealing to target market

price range

market position

construction strategies

promotion opportunities

themes

corporate goals

timing

international fashion influences

use in mass media

Fashion industry professionals may include:

senior designers and patternmakers

clients

management

buyers

media

Presentation skills may include:

effective verbal and non-verbal communication

active listening

use of appropriate communication tools

positive language

clear statement of main points

interpersonal communication skills

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Key requirements for design concept are identified according to OHS practices. 
Impact of target market on design process is identified. 
Sources of design ideas are identified. 
Principles of design are applied to inspirational development. 
Inspirational items are collected and collated for presentation. 
Inspiration board is developed to communicate sources of inspiration. 
Inspiration board is reviewed against design brief. 
Key elements of storyboard are identified. 
Garment concepts are developed based on design brief and inspiration board. 
Suitable fabrics and colour palette are selected. 
Storyboard is produced to reflect design brief. 
Design tools are used to communicate concepts based on design brief. 
Feedback is sought on design concepts and modifications made as required. 
Interests of fashion industry professionals are identified and made central to promotion of ideas and concepts. 
Benefits and features of design concepts are explained and promoted. 
Design concepts are linked to design brief. 
Presentation skills are used to sell design concepts. 
Feedback and questions are invited and responded to appropriately. 
Commitment to design concept or further development is sought and confirmed as appropriate. 

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