Assessor Resource

LMTFD4009B
Create and edit digital embroidery designs

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to the creation of original designs and editing of designs for production of digital embroidery effects on a wide range of garments and fabrics.

This unit requires the use of computers. If training in the use of computers is required then the unit: LMTGN2009B Operate computing technology in a TCF workplace should also be selected.

Work 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 skills in communication to interpret specifications and in problem solving, planning and organising and initiative and enterprise in order to create designs that reflect brief requirements. Self management skills are applied to ensure work meets quality guidelines. Skills in using embroidering technology are also required.

This unit covers the skills and knowledge to create and edit digital embroidery designs using specialised software programs.

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

Prerequisites

Prerequisites

LMTCL2003B

LMTCL3008B

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:

plan work tasks to achieve specifications

prepare workstation and work before commencing operations

use software programs to develop designs

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 task 1: [title]      Due date:

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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:

digital embroidery program features

editing tools and procedures

operating procedures for digitiser machines

characteristics of typical fabrics, threads and other materials

quality standards and practices

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

receive and interpret design brief

use required computer and program functions

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.

Specifications may include:

content

colour

dimensions

stitch type and size

font

fill

Garment considerations may include:

type of fabric

colour of fabric

positioning of design

suitability of size, design, colour

Machine requirements may include:

thread type

needle type

stitch settings

spool requirements

Tools and equipment may include:

computer

software programs

hardware peripherals such as scanners, printers

paper, pens

templates

Edited may include:

manipulation of height, scale, skew, rotation, width, length, fonts, fill, baseline, envelopes, borders, spacing, needle penetration, stitch size and type, colour

changes to content, style, finish

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

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
Specifications for embroidery design are determined. 
Available software programs are identified. 
Garment considerations are identified. 
Machine requirements are identified. 
Design concept is created and prepared for presentation. 
Designs are reviewed against brief and with client, and modified as required to gain approval for development. 
Design concept is developed using appropriate tools and equipment and according to OHS practices. 
Design specifications are developed to guide production. 
Designs are stored, organised and protected. 
Suitable designs or images are selected for editing. 
Designs are imported into software programs. 
Designs are edited to achieve design objectives. 
Production specifications are determined. 
Designs are stored, organised and protected. 
Design concept is presented for feedback. 
Feedback is received and considered in line with design objectives. 
Design concept is modified and improved where possible. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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